All of us want to live long and healthy lives. The aging process continues and there is no way to elude it. Then again, there are ways to reverse its signs. You do not have to give in and allow time to take its course. You can always take a pro-active approach in reversing the signs of aging, whether through the natural way or with the help of plastic surgery. Here at our Miami plastic surgery practice, we do not just help patients look younger and fresher with the various procedures available, but also by educating them on different anti-aging techniques.
Quit smoking!
This is probably one of the hardest things to do especially if you have been smoking all your life. Smoking affects the skin in a negative way. Smoking damages the skin’s elastin and collagen, hastening the process of wrinkling and sagging. Cigarette smoke also affects your blood vessels and constricts them, slowing down the growth and production of cells.
Eat healthily
This one is a no-brainer. Free radicals in the body damage and eventually kill cells. By eating foods that have antioxidants, free radicals are neutralized. The intake of foods that are rich in antioxidants reduces the chances of free radicals damaging cells, including your skin cells. You can get antioxidants from cold-water fishes, fruits, and vegetables.
Avoid too much sun exposure
The sun has damaging effects to your skin, which is known as photoaging. It destroys collagen and reduces the ability of the body to produce collagen. Use a sunblock with an SPF of 15 or more. It also helps to cover the skin by wearing the appropriate clothing.
Reduce stress
It has been discovered that lifespan of cells are shortened by chronic stress. If you are stressed out, you may also have a hard time sleeping. Reducing stress means better sleep. Enough sleep helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles and bags under your eyes.
Exercise
Aerobic exercises improve blood circulation. It strengthens your heart and lungs. It also reduces stress and improves sleep. On the flip side, strength training keeps you strong and helps prevent osteoporosis. It also builds muscle mass, allowing you to maintain your youthful body.
By having a healthy lifestyle, you can defy your age and look years younger. Then again, if you feel that you deserve more and you want immediate results from plastic surgery, request an appointment with Dr. Serure by calling (305) 669-0184 today. You can also fill out this online contact form and we will get in touch with you shortly. We look forward to hearing from you!
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