Guest guest Posted February 2, 2003 Report Share Posted February 2, 2003 This talk of ridding wrinkles with diet has really gotten my attention. I feel i look more aged than i should, mainly from a lifetime of yo-yo dieting and eating too many sweets i'm sure. I'm not eating a totally pure NT diet although i'm slowly getting there. I'm prone to dry skin and i wish the skin on my face had more luster (i'm 36). Do you think more fats would help? I'm sure eating sugary stuff doesn't help. Anyway, i would love more input that would appeal to my vanity. thanks, Elaine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 2, 2003 Report Share Posted February 2, 2003 Thanks Wanita, i have been delinquent in getting to the coconut oil when i have four cans of coconut milk in my cupboard! It just never occurred to me. That is a much easier way to consume it. I hope it will help with sugar cravings as they have really attacked me now that i'm in my third trimester. You were the one who told me to eat lots more fat last time i battled sugar cravings, before getting pregnant, and i lost about 10 pounds in a month eating more CO and butter! I'm going to print out your post for a reminder. Thanks again! Elaine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 2, 2003 Report Share Posted February 2, 2003 Elaine!! The best thing in the world for your skin would be coconut oil !!! jen http://coconut-info.com ----- Original Message ----- From: " Elaine " <itchyink@...> < > Sent: Saturday, February 01, 2003 7:24 PM Subject: Re: wrinkles > This talk of ridding wrinkles with diet has really gotten my attention. I > feel i look more aged than i should, mainly from a lifetime of yo-yo dieting > and eating too many sweets i'm sure. I'm not eating a totally pure NT diet > although i'm slowly getting there. I'm prone to dry skin and i wish the skin > on my face had more luster (i'm 36). Do you think more fats would help? I'm > sure eating sugary stuff doesn't help. Anyway, i would love more input that > would appeal to my vanity. > thanks, > Elaine > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 3, 2003 Report Share Posted February 3, 2003 At 11:24 AM 2/2/03 +0800, Elaine wrote: >This talk of ridding wrinkles with diet has really gotten my attention. I >feel i look more aged than i should, mainly from a lifetime of yo-yo dieting >and eating too many sweets i'm sure. I'm not eating a totally pure NT diet >although i'm slowly getting there. I'm prone to dry skin and i wish the skin >on my face had more luster (i'm 36). Do you think more fats would help? I'm >sure eating sugary stuff doesn't help. Anyway, i would love more input that >would appeal to my vanity. >thanks, Elaine, I eat 2-3 (5.5oz.) cans of Thai Kitchen Pure Coconut Milk a week from the spoon and sometimes in coffee when I don't want black. On my early mornings out the door its breakfast. Few tablespoons take me to lunchtime. That was the first addition to my diet less than a year ago before I found NT. Noticed improvement in a few weeks. Have been getting the Spectrum coconut oil now that its not refined. Can't get it beyond my mouth by the tiny spoonful even so I fry with it. Have tried others. The other additions that seem to have improved my wrinkles are real butter, milk and my new favorite snack, avocado and raw cheese. I eat about 4 avocadoes a week. Have never used coconut oil on my skin but its doing a good job on a scaly,itchy patch on hubby's back. Another thing I've noticed over the last few weeks is my skin isn't as pale as it usually is in midwinter, haven't been out much, has been grey out a lot, didn't tan much over the summer. Have been eating either butternut squash or yams at least every other day. Don't take cod liver oil, this is the first winter in years I haven't figured I needed a multivitamin at least for SAD (seasonal affective disorder) by this time. Think I'm assimilating vitamin A & D much better than ever. Wanita (with 10 years on you) P.S. Within two days of beginning with just the coconut milk I lost all craving for simple carbs. Now I know if I want chocolate, chocolate graham crackers, baked goods or bread I haven't eaten right. If I do indulge its with butter, milk or nut butter. Metabolic typing says you can be good 95% of the time. Grease your carbs as the book Lights Out! says. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 31, 2005 Report Share Posted May 31, 2005 Peel away wrinkles Like any other part of the body, aging of the skin is inevitable. While you can't stop it, it is possible to slow down the aging process, and even reverse its visible effects. But, how does skin age anyway? Your skin doesn't lose its youthfulness overnight or on any particular birthday, but in steps. The first step is known as intrinsic or chronological aging. This step affects all of us to some degree, regardless of our state of health or measures of prevention. In this process, the skin appears to thin somewhat, making the underlying vascular composition and tissue structure more visible at the surface. The functioning of sweat and oil glands begins to decline and contributes to moisture loss in older skin. It increases the chance of irritation from soap, hot water, and certain cosmetics. The skin also becomes more vulnerable to injury as we age, and it can take longer to heal. The next step in the aging of skin occurs with photoaging. The cumulative effects of one's diet, lifestyle, and exposure to sunlight quickly become apparent from the skin as we age. Photoaging involves the premature aging of skin, evidenced by mottling, wrinkling, and sagging caused by a compromise of the elastic tissue. Sometimes, brown spots or age spots, (formally known as solar lentigines), begin to appear. Age spots really have nothing to do with the aging process at all -- they just become more apparent in later years. These spots are actually a direct result of sun damage in which an elevated number of melanin-containing melanocytes (cells found throughout the bottom, or basal, cell layer of the skin) surface and darken the skin due to constant exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays. (Incidentally, despite common belief, dark-skinned complexions are not immune to this process.) Since these pigmented spots can appear in force on the hands and face, be sure to use an SPF of at least 15 in lotions and cosmetics. Too much exposure to the Sun during one's lifetime has other damaging effects on the skin that can make it look older than its years. Long-term and cumulative exposure to the sun's rays can lead to increased free radical damage and a decrease in collagen production, the protein that gives skin it's elasticity. In short, the skin can take on a coarse and leather-like appearance. Unlike leather goods and fine wood that develop a desirable patina and texture with age, the effect is less than appealing when it's staring back at you from the mirror. Rejuvenate your face with fruit You can teach your older skin new tricks by encouraging it to shed old cells and replace them with new ones, another naturally occurring process that slows down as we age. Over the last 15 years or more, dermatologists have developed a system of using chemical peels to exfoliate dead skin cells and reveal glowing new skin. But, these procedures can be costly and must be performed by a dermatologist or offered as creams in prescription dosages. The chemicals used in this process are typically retin-A or tretinoin, but these agents, while effective, can lead to burning, irritation, and elevated sensitivity to the sun. Fortunately, a new generation of anti-aging products became available without prescription that offered a natural and gentler way to renew a lifeless complexion -- fruit-derived alpha-hydroxy acids, or AHAs, and beta-hydroxy acids, or BHAs. Glycolic acid is the best known member of the alpha-hydroxy acid family and has been found to be useful in treating age spots, superficial scars, acne, fine lines, and, sometimes, even deeper wrinkles. Over-the-counter AHA products with a concentration of 5-20 percent glycolic acid can be safely used at home. The pH of the product is what counts. A glycolic acid-containing product with a pH of less than 2.0 is very acidic and can actually result in peeling deeper layers of skin, even if the product has a low concentration of acid. For best results, the product should have a concentration of 4-8 percent glycolic acid and a pH between 3.0 and 4.0, making it more alkaline. Because some manufacturers put this information on labels and some don't, the best safeguard is to choose a product formulated for your specific skin type, such as dry or oily skin. Papaya and pineapple are two of the most popular fruits used in natural peels since they are both a rich source of AHAs. Both fruits contain a protein-dissolving enzyme that sloughs off dead cells and stimulates collagen production. In papaya, this enzyme is papain, and in pineapple, it is bromelain. Sometimes, other sources of AHAs are used alone or in conjunction with papaya and pineapple, including lemon, grape-fruit, and grapes. More anti-aging naturals Since free radical damage plays a role in the photoaging of skin, the addition of certain antioxidants to AHA products may help fight the signs of aging. When vitamin C (such as Ester-C cream) is applied topically in the form of L-ascorbic acid, the skin is protected from the sun's UVA rays (a lower-intensity radiation than UVBs, but still harmful) which target the deeper layers of skin and destroy the collagen matrix. When combined with vitamin E, L-ascorbic acid also shields against the burning rays, or UVB rays, which actually break down DNA and RNA causing free-radical damage and cell mutation. This form of vitamin C has also demonstrated the ability to stimulate the synthesis of collagen by regulating three pro-collagen genes and, when used in a natural face peel, can have a synergistic effect on reversing the evidence of sun-damaged skin. How to use natural face peels Face peels should be applied to skin that has been cleansed and toned with a product appropriate for your skin type. Some peels are applied and rinsed within a few minutes, while others are gentler and can be left on overnight. In either case, it's important to follow the manufacturer's recommendations. Not all peels are created equal. Dry skin responds well to peels containing either glycolic or lactic acid, or a combination of both. Both acids are water-binding and act as humectants. Combination and normal skin types should use a glycolic peel every 1-2 weeks. Those with blemish-prone skin may prefer to use BHA peel that uses salicylic acid derived from willow bark to avoid undue irritation. Salicylic acid breaks up and clears away excess oil without drying the skin. If you have very sensitive skin, it may be necessary to avoid using any natural peel. If in doubt, or if any irritation does occur with a peel, discontinue its use and consult your health care practitioner. by Karyn Siegel-Maier Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/__________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2010 Report Share Posted March 7, 2010 Thanks to both you and Olga. I need to do the same for myself. Re: Wrinkles > >she must check estogene ,but always progesterone when you take estrogen > >On Sun, Mar 7, 2010 at 3:44 PM, ladybugsandbees < >ladybugsandbees@...> wrote: > >> >> >>  >> Could be as desiccated thyroid is a normal part of the anti aging >> protocol. But here diet, hydration and sun exposure can be an issue as >> well. >> >> Steph >> >> >> >> * Wrinkles >> >> >> >> My friend has deep, all-over wrinkles. So many like a very old person. She >> is 67. I am 65. I am getting crknkly mouthed but not wrinkled like her. I >> have low thyroid. >> >> In her 20's she had thyroid cancer due to her mother taking a medication to >> prevent abortion. >> >> My mother did too so may be why my thyroid is low. >> >> She had her thyroid removed and has been taking synthetic thyroxin I think >> for years. Her weight is very stable so she thinks she is doing fine. I do >> not think so. Her skin tells me something is wrong. >> >> Are wrinkles from too much or too little or wrong type of thyroid hormones? >> >> >> >> >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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