It’s just a fact that some people age faster than others. Many factors go into this fact – weight, where they live, diet, exercise and overall health are just a few. Genes also play a large part in why some people look older than they are. If your parents and grandparents aged rapidly, you may too.

The first thing to examine in why people age as they do is to look at their medical history and present health. Functions of the lungs, immune system, metabolism, kidneys and liver play a part in the aging process just as HDL cholesterol and cardio-fitness.

Dental health and the eyes are also important in determining why people age differently than others. Your lifestyle has the most to do with how you age. If you take good care of your body, you can expect to look years younger even though other factors may not be in your favor. Continue reading →

Looking young and healthy as you age does not always mean splurging hefty amounts of money on beauty products and commercial cosmetics.

Mother Nature already has everything that you need in order to protect yourself against premature aging.

Below are some anti-aging tips and tricks from around the world that are worth utilizing as they are natural and free from unwanted side effects.

China

As part of their beauty regimen, many women in China make a habit of drinking tea in the morning. But, they do not drink just any kind of tea. They use shredded ginger mixed with honey in a glass of hot water. Continue reading →