Look 7 years younger, instantly!

Expensive anti-ageing moisturisers play their part in giving you a younger-looking skin, but It’s what we put in  not on our bodies that really counts. Here are six steps to a fresher complexion:

1. Drink 5-6 glasses of fluid every day to keep your skin hydrated and flush out toxins. It doesnt always have to be water  black or green tea also gives you healthboosting flavonoids, while juiced fruit and veggies have been proven by German scientists to dramatically improve skins hydration and density

2. Omega 3 fatty acids from salmon, sardines, walnuts and eggs, all help plump up our skin cells.

3. A, C and E are the vitamins that your skin loves. Antioxidant A (found in spinach, carrots, sweet potatoes and apricots) protects the skin from free radicals responsible for premature ageing; C (found in kiwis, citrus fruits and broccoli) boosts collagen; while E (found in dark green veggies and o

Wholegrain foods contain more antiageing antioxidants than the white alternatives, and the fibre helps stop bad fats and toxins from damaging skin.

Silica holds moisture in the skin and helps maintain its elasticity. It is found in celery, cucumber, green beans and strawberries.

Carotenoids, found in leafy greens, fruits and root veggies gives the skin a healthy glow

Smile, Please!

Want to look younger instantly Then smile! UK researchers found that when men and women were shown photos and asked to guess the persons age, happy faces were voted the youngest looking. Sadly, though, dentists say theyre seeing more signs of premature tooth wear due to diet (increased consumption of fizzy drinks, for example) and stress, which can cause tooth-grinding. Your dentist may advise a fluoride mouth rinse or a mouth guard to help restore that perfect smile.

Walk This Way

Few things in life that help us stay younger for longer are painless, fun and free  but walking is one of them. Scientists in Canada say a brisk walk daily can delay the ageing process by 12 years: It helps the body use oxygen more effectively  and increased oxygen levels help stimulate the bodys immune system. All you need is a good pair of trainers and a bottle of water.

Begin by walking for 15-20 minutes, five days a week and build up; as you get stronger, swing your arms to burn more calories and pull in your tummy to strengthen your core abdominal muscles. Keep it interesting by varying the route, altering your speed and downloading your favourite music on to your MP3 player. One hours vigorous exercise increases life expectancy by two hours!


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