Three Things That Destroy Young Skin

Three Things That Destroy Young Skin

1. FREE-RADICAL DAMAGE: Free radicals are unstable extra
electrons that seek out other extra electrons from healthy cells,
damaging them and creating more free radicals in the process.
Antioxidants bind to free radicals before they can cause this damage.

CAUSED BY: The environment.
WHAT IT DOES: Causes the cells to "Rust." Leads to dull, lifeless skin.

LIFESTYLE CHANGE: If you’re unsure about which fruits and vegetables
are high in antioxidants,just look at the color. The darker or more
vibrant the fruit or vegetable (think spinach, berries, tomatoes)
the more likely they are to be high in antioxidants that protect your
cells inside and out.

2. GLYCATION: Glycation only happens when free radicals are present,
which is another reason why antioxidants are essential for
maintaining healthy, youthful-looking skin

CAUSED BY: Too much sugar in your diet.
WHAT IT DOES: Breaks down support structure. Leads to loss of
firmness and elasticity.

LIFESTYLE CHANGE: Cutting back on refined sugars is the best
first step. Increasing your intake of soy may help as well, since
soy isoflavonoids have been found to trap excess sugar molecules
and prevent them from having a detrimental effect on the skin.

3. MMPS: COLLAGEN-EATING ENZYMES: MMPs help keep collagen
levels in balance. Without these enzymes, damaged collagen and
elastin would accumulate and lead to skin blemishes.

CAUSED BY: The natural anatomy of the skin.
WHAT IT DOES: Destroy skins support structure.
Leads to sagging skin, lines, and wrinkles.

LIFESTYLE CHANGE: MINIMIZE UV EXPOSURE. Since UV exposure is
the main contributor to premature aging as a whole
(as well as the proliferation of MMPs), sunscreen is an absolute must.
Be sure to select a product that includes broad-spectrum protection
to block both UVA and UVB rays.