All Natural Collagen Lift

Aging is an inevitable, unavoidable part of the human life cycle. Fortunately, we have some say in how we go about aging. There are two types of aging: extrinsic and intrinsic. Intrinsic aging is predetermined by our genetics. Unfortunately, these intrinsic aging factors are uncontrollable. Intrinsic aging unfolds over time at a predetermined pace. On the other hand, extrinsic aging returns to us the balance of power. In fact, extrinsic aging factors are far more powerful than our instrinsic aging make up. A person's lifestyle choices, such as, eating habits, smoker/non-smoker, amount of sun exposure, to name a few are extrinsic aging factors.

As one ages, collagen production, a major contributor to healthy looking skin, decreases in the body. For women, this decrease in collagen production is heightened by menopause. Collagen loss prevention and focusing on new collagen production is an imperative first step to maintaining healthy looking skin. Collagen makes up 97.5% of the protein of the dermis skin layer, while elastin makes up the remaining 2.5%. The body is constantly being renewed, but as we age this continuous renewal process slows down causing the skin to lose its ability to replace old collagen. The slower renewal process opens the door to fine lines and wrinkles.

Stimulating collagen production can be accomplished in several ways. Prevention is the first step in the process. Recognize that lifestyle choices will determine how well you defend against the loss of collagen. Unhealthy eating habits, excessive sun exposure, and smoking will undoubtedly advance collagen loss. Smoking, especially, impedes the body's ability to produce collagen. Some research indicates that collagen synthesis is 18% lower in smokers than in non-smokers.

After prevention, attention should be on a diet filled with nutrients that are essential for collagen production, like vitamin C. Being vitamin C deficient results in bleeding gums, poor wound healing, and skin hemorrages. Change your diet to include these vitamin C rich foods:

Vegetables: leafy green vegetables, asparagus, broccoli, cabbage,parsley, tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, and brussel sprouts

Fruits: all fruits, especially cranberries, kiwi, papaya, and melons

Many of the factors determining the rate at which you age are within your control. Prevent rapid collagen losses by making some lifestyle changes (stop smoking) and then include more vitamin c rich foods in your diet. Also, reduce stress and apply a wrinkle cream for those fine lines. Beautiful skin can be yours.