Aging is something we are all going to experience but at different rates, in this video we’re
going to explore 4 key herbs to slow down aging and also some tips to keep you younger
for longer,
If you’re ready, let’s go!
Everyone knows someone who looks very young for their age and on the other hand we all
know someone who looks older, in this series we have been exploring the differences between
these two types of people.This is episode 3 on this series, so be sure to stick around
to the end to find out the tips and also episode 4 has in store.
It’s well agreed that although aging cannot be prevented, slowing down the rate of aging
is entirely possible to achieve and that can be done with some of our daily habits and
some herbs we’ll discuss in this video
Fun fact: There is a disease called Progeria it’s an extremely rare genetic disorder
that causes children to age rapidly. This disease is caused by mutations that make normal
cell division difficult. This highlights the cell division theory of aging we spoke about
in the previous episode but on top of that there is a very rare disease called syndrome
x, that stops children from aging.
What’s interesting here is that both are possible on a genetic level and the human
body is capable of incredible things. Drop a like for those interesting facts
Most scientists say that aging is not caused by any one culprit but by the breakdown of
many systems at once. This means that there are a lot of lifestyle elements that come
into play whilst trying to retain your youth.
So with that being said, let’s explore 4 quick
less known changes you can make to get these results
The first is calories.
Modern research shows that there is an inverse relationship between calorie intake and aging.
So the more you eat it’s likely the faster you’ll age. That's why fasting is said to
be one of the keys of antiaging, fasting, even intermittent fasting as this has an impact
on the amount one can consume within the day. If you haven't seen my video on the benefits
of fasting, click the I and have a look
The second less known change you can make is screens
New research is shows that it’s possible that the blue light emitted from digital screens
can cause a generation of reactive oxygen species or free radicals and as shown in the
last episode, free radicals can lead to damage of cells and thus faster aging
This research is relatively new so inconclusive but it’s worth understanding what sitting
in front of the computer all day can be doing to your skin, on top of that, even how it’s
aging your eyes.Speaking of eyes, should we touch on a video for eyes?
For now, you can use night mode on your computer or a blue light protector for some protection,
or some oils, just in case
The third key thing is stress
Stress makes you feel older but it also is shown to speed up aging. Stress and youthful
energy is somewhat linked. As we age it’s important to retain that youthful energy,
that sort of thinking that keeps us young. This starts with mindset, mindset being one
of optimism, is the cup half full or half empty, who cares, we have a cup and the opportunity
to pour into it in the future. That;s optimism, i more class myself as an optimistic realist,
which means I rarely ever get disappointed or feel
stress in the traditional sense
Focus on what you can control and relax, laugh, love, sleep, keep learning, don't get set
in your ways, stay curious, these are key elements of youthful energy, keep it and stay
young.
The fourth thing is to socialise
Studies have shown that an active social life is good for your health. Staying social can
boost one's immune system, reduce physical pain, and lower blood pressure, stress and
increase happiness, all of which have an effect on aging. Staying active and stimulating the
brain, along with personal interaction, love, help to improve one's state of mind significantly.
So don’t let getting older lead you into the path of loneliness as this can impact
how you look
These are 4 key tips so make sure you smash that like button, other things include too
much sun exposure, over washing the face, a bad diet, not enough sleep, over masturbation,
yes i'm talking to you! over consumption of alcohol and generally being a shit person
will age you faster, so let’s avoid that.
Good vibes only
So hope that was helpful, let’s get into some of the herbs
The first herb is reishi mushroom Reishi has been called the mushroom of importatitity
for centuries. There are quite a few properties that can give life to these mushrooms' aging
capabilities. For example, it’s packed with antioxidants, and it’s said to contain two
of the most powerful antioxidants for the skin. We spoke about why antioxidants are
important in the last video, this is mainly due to its ability to counter oxidative stress,
a key reason for aging. This is one way reishi can help
Secondly, it’s a powerful adaptogen, adaptogens help the body adapt to stress and stress is
a key reason for aging along with inflammation and immune issues, all of which rishi is said
to help with. Also, positively, some studies show potential anti neurodegeneration, helping
keep your mind younger for longer. Also, reishi extract has been shown to increase telomere
length which is said to be the secret to anti aging
All in all this is powerful for aging.
The second herb is called jiaogulan (ja gulan)
Jiaogulan is found in China and surrounding nations and has been used for generations
in traditional Chinese medicine for its potential health benefits. This herb is called the herb
of immortality and is believed to promote long, healthy and disease free life.
Sometimes referred to as southern ginseng, as it has compounds similar to panax ginseng
but in higher concentrations, it’s known locally to help with stress and imbalance,
as well as boost cardiovascular health. It’s a lesser known herb here in the west so there
isn't much studies about it, but what we do know from the few studies is that it can help
performance and endurance in sport, it might have anti cancer abilities, it contains saponins
which have antioxidant effects and are good for the heart and it can improve blood circulation
within the body.
What’s interesting about some of the compounds in jiaogulan is they are said to have a positive
effect on telomerase production within the body which slows down the shortening of telomeres,
helping keep cells healthier for longer.
This might be the reason why the inhabitants of where this plant is grown is said to have
a high percentage of people living to over 100, it’s said they drink this tea instead
of green tea. It’s also good for stress which impacts aging, its antioxidant capabilities
help neutralize free radicals, and it’s packed with nutrients that can contribute
to help the body rejuvenate, increase energy and modulate inflammation
To be honest, this herb is powerful and somewhat unknown, so it defo deserves its own video,
if you want to see a video on jiaogulan, then comment below and i'll create a benefits of
jiaogulan video
The third herb is milk thistle
Milk thistle is a herb that is becoming more popular within the skincare industry as a
natural ingredient to help keep your skin young. It’s very interesting how ancient
herbs are now growing in popularity, as this is happening, remember who were some of the
first channels talking about them in a modern way cough cough, well keep shedding light
on natural hacks so be sure to subscribe
One of the reasons milk thistle is beneficial for anti-aging is it’s antioxidants, but
also research shows that it can slow skin aging down due to its antiglycation benefits.
Glycation is the aging reaction between sugar and protein in your skin. This is what makes
skin elastic but as we age, the bridges start to break down and inhibits this process on
a cellular level. So milk thistle can help slow down this breakdown process leaving skin
youthful and elastic for longer thus helping you age slower. Also, milk thistle contains
linoleic acid, linoleic acid helps make the skin's barrier so strange so it can keep water
in and irritants out, making more hydrated and healthy skin, beneficial for aging and
plumpness.
Also there are some compounds within milk thistle such as silymarin that might be potential
telomerase activator, this is something research has found as recent as last year
The fourth herb is ashwagandha
A new study suggests that Extracts from Ashwagandha root may significantly increase telomerase
activity, thereby protecting against telomere loss and potentially delaying aging. This
has been seen in multiple studies which means this is a serious anti aging herb. Also, ashwagandha
impact on stress and mood can impact other key areas of aging along with its ability
to impact the immune system and there powerful antioxidants it hosts
There are other key anti aging herbs such as panax ginseng, ginkgo biloba, astragali
which is the root of astragalus gotu kola, and shilajit so if you want a part 2 of the
herbs element of this series, then comment below and smash the like button
Next on this series we’ll dive into thethe best oils for skin and also the social impact
of aging, from marriage to sex, so if you want to learn more about that, be sure to
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