We are currently looking for an Official SelfGrowth.com Guide to "Aging and Longevity". If you have expertise in Aging and Longevity and your own website and/or product for this topic, please review this form for complete details. The Official Guide Position is part of our Premium Placement Package
It’s a natural part of the aging process, sagging skin, wrinkles, and age spots, although no body wants to get old. Regardless of the signs of aging, the physical and mental signs can take a toll as well. For most women avoiding those signs of aging are a day to day struggle. With thousands of ... Views: 917
Do you take a multivitamin? Why should you take a multivitamin? Are all multivitamins the same? These are all questions that you should ask before beginning taking a multivitamin. Multivitamins are becoming a more widely taken vitamin and mineral supplement that people use to supplement their ... Views: 721
Your body is changing. Your life doesn't have to. As a woman, you take your health seriously. You want to do everything you can to enjoy life to the fullest for years to come. You are a woman. And you are living a great life. Now is the time to take action; and do everything possible to take ... Views: 1204
Some of us see turning age 60 as a milestone that marks the beginning of the end and bemoan our lost youth. A big challenge for us -- an adventure even -- is to get across the room to our chair before the paper plate embarrassingly crumples under the weight of our very generous servings of ... Views: 1890
Doctors know of three types of diabetes. All are related to both the amount of insulin produced and the ability of the body to use this insulin effectively. The divisions are made this way:
Type 1: No insulin production whatsoever. The natural insulin producer, the pancreas, doesn't work. ... Views: 933
Using the best Eye Gel is the new trend today for your aging concerns that acts incomparable result against aging of the skin around the eyes. Upon using a product for your skin concerns, it is important first that you understand how the problems develop. Most probably because of your lifestyle ... Views: 1309
For thousands of years, Cordyceps Sinensis (mushroom) has been an integral part of traditional Chinese medicine. Found in the Himalayan regions of Tibet and Nepal, sprouted from caterpillar carcasses, this potent fungus is used to treat numerous health conditions while boosting sexual vigor and ... Views: 4143
Women may not be the only ones who experience a “life change” in their bodies and emotions as they become older. Some doctors claim that many of their male patients report similar symptoms that women endure in perimenopause and menopause. Some men experience decreased energy and muscle tone, ... Views: 2531
Tom Wright
First of all, why is making the distinction between belief and perception so important? Let's take the example of walking over twelve-hundred degree hot coals, something I have direct experience with by having done so myself. If our human ability to perceive what's out there and ... Views: 1789
In an earlier article I mention the many health benefits that were to be gained from reducing the amount of carbohydrates in the typical diet. Unfortunately a lot of people worry that if they reduce the amount of carbohydrates that they eat, then very often their consumption of protein and fat ... Views: 1868
I mentioned earlier about the effects of diabetes on dementia and Alzheimer's but you don't necessarily have to have diabetes to be at risk from the effects of uncontrolled blood sugar. The brain is the largest consumer of energy in your body and almost one quarter of the fuel you make goes to ... Views: 3132
Each year people die from complications related to influenza (flu). Severe influenza can require hospitalization. It can cause diarrhea and seizures in children, and complicate a number of medical conditions. Vaccination against influenza is the best way to protect yourself and your family, ... Views: 1127
Taking your 50’s in their stride.
Most people have a fear of aging so by the time they reach 50 many are quite paranoid when they need not be. As a matter of fact if you have the right attitude and desire your fifties could be some of the best years of your life. By this time you don’t ... Views: 1991
Skin resurfacing
Precise Computerized Erbium laser skin resurfacing is a very exact procedure. It is designed to precisely remove superficial and moderately deep and deep lines, imperfections, scars, pigments and wrinkles on the face, neck and virtually all parts of the body. The laser is ... Views: 906
Restylane And Skin Fillers
Restylane is a gel volume filler using dextrose and a non-animal based hyluronic acid. Restylane is designed to correct skin imperfections as wrinkles and lines. It enhances lip volume, a little or a lot. It is used to pump up, fill, and restore fullness to pits, ... Views: 1454
Aging is the one condition that all living things have in common which can make the body more vulnerable to disease. Each person’ s lifestyle choices and stresses vary, and they all influence the aging process.
Do not assume that all illness and pain are certain to happen as you age. You ... Views: 1047
Housework is one of the main ways that many people injure their backs, by simply not using the correct muscles or joints in the movements required for accomplishing the task.
The main option for cleaning the floor is to use a kitchen mop. If your kitchen is large, then you are more likely to ... Views: 2784
So What?
Did you ever notice that there is an endless conversation going on in your mind
called Self-Talk or Internal Dialogue? We stopped being aware of it because it
has always been there. It is called – Thinking or Steam of Consciousness.
We hold conversations between our – I, ... Views: 1448
Ah, November. It’s the month when winter gets serious, delighting skiers and little kids. It’s the time to put the thick, groovy, grab-the-road tires on my car and it’s when I celebrate my magical day! Nov. 18th is my birthday.
That day I’ll get to blow out some candles and grin from ear to ... Views: 1342
Your anti aging products could contain harmful ingredients that could cause serious health issues. Your skin is sensitive and should not be subjected to harsh chemicals. What is even more shocking is that your anti aging products could contain chemicals that actually speed up the process of ... Views: 2102
Natural anti aging products are much better for you than commercial brands. This is not to say that commercial brands do not work, because they probably do work. This is to say that the majority of commercial brand products contain ingredients that are harmful to your health, while natural ... Views: 1966
Have you ever watched someone age right before your eyes? Did you think that was even possible?
Well, for the first time, research has proven that stress speeds the aging process. But you might be surprised to find out how it does it: by harming DNA.
It seems to happen to presidents after ... Views: 2197
What Is Aging?
Aging can be defined in two ways. The first way is the chronological age which is the number you are, such as 39 and holding. We can do nothing about this. Time stops for no one. The second kind of aging is cellular aging and we can dramatically slow this process. Aging is ... Views: 1649
While anti aging skin products are useful in helping to prolong or eliminate some of the signs of aging, there are some unique everyday techniques you can do to help. While some of these techniques are basic to health, they are unique ideas for fighting the signs of aging. Signs of aging can ... Views: 1920
Through technology and medicine we are continually researching and developing techniques to increase the human lifespan. Even though we have come a long way, we still are searching for that one product that will reverse the affects of aging and keep us young and beautiful throughout the years of ... Views: 941
Why do people ask how old you are? Often it is to put you in a category. We all have stereotypes about what people are like at 50, 60, 90, 100, etc. And we usually expect people to "act their age."
When someone tells you their age you generally put a stereotype on them. You label them: ... Views: 2912
When the question of what's the greatest athletic feat of all time arises, there are many candidates. There is Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point basketball game; baseball's Cal Ripken's 2,632-consecutive-game streak; and swimmer Michael Phelp's record eight Gold Medals at a single Olympics, to name ... Views: 1754
There are many sure things that we can count on in our lives and unfortunately one of them is the reality that we will eventually age and get older, no matter what we do to prevent it. As we get older, we start to notice things such as sore achy joints, thinner muscles and flabby skin. Our hair ... Views: 625
Have you ever stopped and notice how your skin may be looking a bit old? Fine lines and wrinkles forming around the eyes and forehead. You may be wondering what you can do about it? You can recharge your skin and virtually rid those fine lines and wrinkles with good anti aging solutions.
I ... Views: 1061
Want to know a surefire way to increase your chances of living a long and healthy life? Exercise! Making excuses and procrastinating won’t prolong your life or get you off the hook from taking good care of yourself. Here is an empowering motto: Do TODAY what you can do tomorrow. Here are 7 ... Views: 1029
Vitamin D is one of the several vitamins which are crucial for our health. This fat soluble vitamin can be found as ergocalciferol (vitamin D2) or cholecalciferol also known as vitamin D3. Vitamin D3 is the naturally occurring form that your body produces so it is easily absorbed by your body ... Views: 805
Why Symphony Conductors Live Longer.
If you read the obituaries for fun and as social history, the #1 occupation
producing healthy, long living folks – I mean into their 90s – are musical conductors
making ridiculous arm gestures.
Can their secret of healthy, long lives, work for ... Views: 5783
Most of us spend tremendously on anti ageing products, or sometimes even opt for cosmetic surgeries in order to look younger than our age, but what we tend to forget is that these are just temporary solutions to the problem.
Ageing is a natural biological process that all of us go through, we ... Views: 1477
Ageing is a natural process which none of us can avoid, but its ill effects are something we all would like to hide or at least postpone as much as we can. Visible lines appearing on the face, dark patchy skin spots, wrinkles, loosening of skin, feeling tired for most part of the day, are few ... Views: 2328
The face and the facial skin is the first thing that people see. So when we leave our homes you want to present a clean, clear, beautiful looking face. The facial skin unlike other areas of skin on our body is always exposed to the environment and therefore is easily damaged through sun ... Views: 1883
Acne is the most common problem that affects our skin today. No matter what age you are 15, or 40 acne can affect the appearance of your skin. Acne is caused by sebaceous glands producing excess sebum. Sebum clogs the skin and pores or the hair follicle, which forms acne. Grease, dirt, and harsh ... Views: 2033
Acne is a general term used for eruptive disease of the skin. This skin condition affects up to 80% of people in their teens and twenties, and up to 5% of older adults. You may sleep with silky skin one night and get up with a red pimple on your face the very next day, YUCK!! Sometimes you ... Views: 1148
Bone Loss
Bone loss is a big deal and a growing problem. It is also something that can be avoided or minimized with proper attention and prevention. Do you know the Six "P" Words to Optimal Health? "Prior Planning and Prevention Prevents Poor Performance." This saying also applies to our bone ... Views: 5974
As we get older, we all begin to both see and feel the side effects of ageing, our elbows and knees ache, our muscles get thinner and flabby and our skin, hair and nails all lose their lustre and youth. Our energy deteriorates; even our memory is not as sharp as it was in our youth. As for sex, ... Views: 1077
More than ever before, we are living longer, healthier, and more productive lifestyles. The achievements in both health care and technology in the last fifty years has contributed greatly to our increased lifespan. People nowadays are spending more time and money on ways to improve how they look ... Views: 3150
People often joke about needing to learn anger management before they have a heart attack. Research shows that this is no joke - untreated anger management problems can lead to a variety of physiological problems, including heart disease.
A study dating from 2003 by Suarez, et al looked at ... Views: 1038
Why Emotions in The Workplace Rule
Do we see reality as it is, or as we feel at the time?
Don’t we all believe that we are objective - while others are emotional?
The world is right-brained and only I am rational and left-brained?
Wait. In a scientific study of physicians – 90% stated ... Views: 1384
You try to stay in great shape and plan for a routine workout schedule. It bolsters your life expectancy and overall wellness, and is, without question, a great idea. Still, far fewer people stop to think about doing the same for their brains, yet it is entirely possible to take control of your ... Views: 1630
Skin care has become one of the most diluted consumer goods that is available today. As beauty seems to be more important than health in today’s world, many companies have being trying to develop products to cash in on this market. As with all big markets, this soon becomes diluted with poor ... Views: 3774
It is every woman’s dream to have perfect skin that is clear, smooth, and healthy. However, it is rare that this dream is a reality unless you are a celebrity or model. Skin care is a multi billion dollar industry with thousands of products coming out yearly, new skin care techniques and salons ... Views: 2237
Vital Vitamins for Protecting yourself from Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia
(Part 1).
The Vitamin C and E Combination
An article published in the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry showed that all Alzheimer's sufferers had low blood plasma concentrations of vitamin C no ... Views: 2135
I would like to get your brain working better and decrease your risk of Alzheimer’s disease with very little effort on your part. To do that here are three suggestions as to drinks that can make a positive difference to your mental well being.
Green tea has a unique antioxidant called EGCG ... Views: 4551
Aging is a natural process that everyone is subjected to. Despite this, knowing what triggers the unwanted effects of aging and being aware of the right products can actually help you easily slow down or give the illusion that you control the aging process...
In our contemporary setting, this ... Views: 1271
I just saw “you don’t know Jack” which is the televised biography of Dr Jack Kervorkian., sometimes called Dr. Death. It is a difficult movie to watch but the subject matter, the right to die, is very important. Why is it that a family can be allowed to decide to “pull the plug” on a comatose ... Views: 1182
How many times have you heard the phrase old age doesn’t come alone! It’s so true and many over 50s can attest to this. Hair starts to thin or disappear altogether, wearing glasses or contact lenses are a given, and a lot of people find that they are having to turn the volume up a bit more on ... Views: 1285