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AGING – HOW TO COPE AGING – HOW TO COPE WITH ITWITH IT
DR SREEJOY PATNAIK
AgingAging
Human aging process involves multidimensional changes on
-physical, -psychological, -cultural and social levels..
What Happens to us as we age?What Happens to us as we age?
Trillions of cells in our body are constantly changing, some get destroyed or die and at the same time new cells are formed every minute, this accounts to our body's growth.
The Aging ProcessThe Aging Process
What happens to our brain as What happens to our brain as we age?we age?
Some parts of the brain shrink , others remain stable as we age.
Impairment of the brain to encode or decode new memories and facts.
The act of processing speed and reflexes decline.
What happens to our skin and hair What happens to our skin and hair as we age?as we age?
This part of aging is visible and very prominent.
Skin begins to develop wrinkles and dark spots (age spots).
The ability of skin to produce oils reduces resulting in dry and lusterless skin.
Hair becomes thinner than normal and the changes in hair color from gray initially to turning white eventually marks aging.
Then they start falling down- baldness
Changes in SkinChanges in Skin
Changes in SkinChanges in Skin
Changes in HairsChanges in Hairs
What Happens to Our Bones as We Age?What Happens to Our Bones as We Age?
The friction between the joints increases ( lubrication reduced) causing pain on movement.
The bones become porous with constant loss of density and strength.
Bones reservoirs of minerals ( calcium and phosphorus). – depletes - making bones fragile and weak.
Spinal ChangesSpinal Changes
Muscle ChangesMuscle Changes
What Happens to Our Vision as We Age?
The retinas become thinner. Sharpness of viewing objects at a distance
is impaired. Objects placed at a distance appear
blurred. The irises get stiffened. Pupils become less responsive and more
sensitive to glare. Cataracts and glaucoma are common.
What happens to our hearing as we age?
Hearing loss.
The eardrums thicken, making hearing more difficult than usual.
What Happens to Our Heart as What Happens to Our Heart as We Age?We Age?
The blood vessels lose their elasticity. Fatty deposition on artery walls makes the
arteries smaller & narrow for the blood flow. Heart works harder than usual to pump the
blood to other parts of the body. The ultimate result is hypertension,
arteriosclerosis, cardiac arrest.
Aging Process of SkinAging Process of Skin
Skin Aging Facts Skin Aging Facts
Several hormonal changes thins the skin.
Thinning - more fragile and prone to damage caused by scratches.
The skin loses its resistance against allergens and irritable environmental factors.
There is a loss of skin's strength and elasticity..
There is slow replacement of cells in the epidermis.
Deceleration in the turnover of the surface layer of the skin.
The number of blood vessels in the skin decrease.
Skin loses its youthful glow and shine.
Wound healing ability of the skin slows.
Factors that Cause Early Skin Factors that Cause Early Skin Aging Aging
Ultraviolet rays Diet deficient in vitamins and minerals. Long term exposure to sunlight Stress. Tanning caused by any agent or medium Over-use of cosmetics Smoking
Aging Skin: Elasticity in Aging SkinAging Skin: Elasticity in Aging Skin
Remedy- use sun protection in the form of sun screen for the skin (SPF 30 or more).
Cover all parts of your body when in direct contact with the sun's rays.
Avoid Sun ExposureThe sun's harmful UB and UBV rays drain all the water from the skin, increase the melanin levels - leathery and stretched look. Continuous exposure leads to loss of skin elasticity.
Exercising will also improve muscle mass, which is an important factor in restoring and maintaining skin elasticity. .
Exercise RegularlyDoing some form of exercise - prevent the loss of skin elasticity
Exercising helps flush out all the toxins from your body, improve blood circulation ,supply more oxygen and nutrients to the body and regulate the hormones.
Quit Smoking
Smoking will cause the aging and damaging of the skin faster.
Smoking causes the blood vessels to constrict, thereby preventing proper intake of oxygen and other nutrients - maintain elasticity of skin
Aging ProcessAging Process
Discomforts of AgingDiscomforts of Aging
Aches Pains
Sags forgetfullness
Regular exercisePracticing relaxation techniques Keeping stress under controlTaking good care of your body and brain
Can ensure more active and pain free old age.
With agingWith aging
Wrinkles around the mouth, (smile lines).( loss in skin elasticity).
Skin tends to grow thinner and less elastic. Becomes drier than before. The natural oil that is production- (youth) is
less.
Factors effecting aging Factors effecting aging
1.Exposure to UV light. - destroys the collagen and elastin fibers in the skin
leading to sagging and wrinkling.
2.Smoking -Wrinkles around the mouth is common.
(worsens the the blood supply to the skin).
3.Smiling, Squinting, Frowing and other facial movements and expressions.
(adds to the process of the skin losing its elasticity.)
Measures to Reduce WrinklesMeasures to Reduce Wrinkles
Avoid Prolonged exposure to the sun. Avoid Skin exposure to air pollution, dry climate, dust, dirt, etc. Use proper cover in preventing the onset of wrinkles
Diet should be rich in fruits and vegetables, particularly (rich in antioxidants).
Omega 3 fish oil in favor of a healthy and glowing skin. Drink plenty of water (at least 8-9 glasses of water) - skin moist.
Use Lip Balms or GelsDryness - shrivels up of cells around the lips - wrinkle. Lip balm - apply it daily. This keeps your lips moisturized and hydrated.
Avoid Upper Lip Waxingwaxing pulls the skin of the upper lip a lot, frequent threading will conduce to lip wrinkles. - permanent hair removal treatment done (laser treatment)
Regular ExfoliationThe lips have to be cleared of their dead cells every two weeks. Exfoliation will reveal the soft, beautiful skin beneath and will keep them moist and hydrated. (olive oil in a bowl and add some sugar) form a paste and gently rub this paste onto the lips with a washcloth in circular motions. Then slowly wash off the paste with tepid water and apply lip balm.
Growing Old Can Be Beautiful Growing Old Can Be Beautiful
Every morning you rise up from bed and the first thing you do is, observe yourself before the mirror.
Few wrinkles and few strands of gray hair make you wonder, 'am I aging?’ and you try to stretch your jaw to ensure if the laughter lines have actually gained prominence.
Aging signs - cannot be missed It's difficult to imagine ourselves growing old - the aging process is inevitable (natural phenomenon. )
Aging Process - CausesAging Process - Causes
1. Cellular Changes:1. Cellular Changes:
Cellular multiplication slows down with age. The rate of formationof T-lymphocytes of the immune system decreases
with age. This makes the body susceptible to diseases.
Immune breakdown triggers the human aging process, as the body is now vulnerable to a large number of diseases.
2. Genetic Factors: 2. Genetic Factors:
The genes associated with the mechanism of programmed cell death or apoptosis also affects aging in individuals
3. Environmental Factors:3. Environmental Factors:
Environmental stress associated with exposure to excessive
heat and light trigger the activity of aging genes. Constant exposure to toxins and poisons accentuate the
aging process. Poor oxygen conditions and malnutrition are also
responsible for early aging.
4. Health Conditions: 4. Health Conditions:
There are certain genetic disorders that completely change the phenotype of an individual.
(Hutchinson-Gilford Syndrome, Down Syndrome and Werner’s Syndrome)
They look much older than their age. Osteoporosis and arthritis - aging process in women. Parkinson's disease – certain toxins -degenerate the neurons
that hinders the memory of brain. Alzheimer’s disease, a substance - amyloid is produced that
destroys the brain cells. All these interferes with the normal aging process.
There are certain genetic disorders that completely change the phenotype of an individual.
(Hutchinson-Gilford Syndrome, Down Syndrome and Werner’s Syndrome)
They look much older than their age. Osteoporosis and arthritis - aging process in women. Parkinson's disease – certain toxins -degenerate the neurons
that hinders the memory of brain. Alzheimer’s disease, a substance - amyloid is produced that
destroys the brain cells. All these interferes with the normal aging process.
5. Unhealthy Lifestyle: 5. Unhealthy Lifestyle:
.
Aging process in men
Over consumption of alcohol and heavy smoking.
Lack of exercise, inadequate rest or sleep, mental stress.
Regular consumption of excessive spicy food and caffeine renders an old look. Sloth and sluggish lifestyle makes one feel old
1.Wrinkles Around the Mouth1.Wrinkles Around the Mouth
Classic signs of aging (inevitable). No cure. Techniques in improving it...
Remedies for Wrinkles around the Remedies for Wrinkles around the Mouth?Mouth?
Massage coconut oil to the affected area, daily before going to bed. Face mask – Yogurt (2 tsp) Lemon juice (½ tsp) Honey (½ tsp). Vitamin E capsules (Use a cotton ball to apply this mixture to the wrinkled area of the
skin. Wait for about 15 minutes before rinsing off.) Applying lemon juice around the mouth. Before going to bed, massage the wrinkled areas with any face
cream, in an upward direction. Rubbing pure castor oil around the corners of the mouth helps in
improving the appearance of wrinkles.
2.Fine Lines Under Eyes2.Fine Lines Under Eyes(Wrinkles)(Wrinkles)
When the first line starts appearing, women start losing their sleep over it.
These fine lines under eyes are the first sign of aging
Causes of Fine Lines Under EyesCauses of Fine Lines Under Eyes
On aging , the elastin fibers and the collagen present in the skin around your eyes and mouth starts breaking down.
Skin also starts losing its moisture content, and it also loses the ability to renew.
Dry skin with wrinkles and fine lines
How to Reduce Fine Lines Under Eyes How to Reduce Fine Lines Under Eyes
• Protect yourself from the sun. • Wear a sun hat and your sun
glasses.
• Protect yourself from the sun. • Wear a sun hat and your sun
glasses.
• Stop smoking . • Smoking causes fine lines. • the smoke gets into your
eyes causes you to squint, fine lines and wrinkles.
As the skin around our eyes are thinner and drier tends to get drier with age.
Moisturize it with a high quality moisturizer and massage that area.
• Remove your makeup at the end of the day Remove your eye makeup gently with a cleanser.
Home Remedies for Fine Lines Under EyesHome Remedies for Fine Lines Under Eyes
Make a paste of sugarcane juice (1 - 2 tablespoons) and turmeric powder (2 - 3 spoons), keep it aside for 5 minutes, and then apply it.
Rub coconut oil on the fine lines every night and you will see the difference within few days.
Make a paste of sugarcane juice (1 - 2 tablespoons) and turmeric powder (2 - 3 spoons), keep it aside for 5 minutes, and then apply it.
Rub coconut oil on the fine lines every night and you will see the difference within few days.
Rub the central part a pineapple on the fine lines or just rub its juice all over the lines. It will help reduce the lines.
Fresh juice of an apple or a cucumber, rubbed over the fine lines will also help get rid of them.
Lemon juice works wonders for removing wrinkles. It also helps to make your skin clear.
Egg white or castor oil keeps the skin around your eyes soft, nourishes it and reduces the wrinkles around eyes.
Rub the central part a pineapple on the fine lines or just rub its juice all over the lines. It will help reduce the lines.
Fresh juice of an apple or a cucumber, rubbed over the fine lines will also help get rid of them.
Lemon juice works wonders for removing wrinkles. It also helps to make your skin clear.
Egg white or castor oil keeps the skin around your eyes soft, nourishes it and reduces the wrinkles around eyes.
OTHER REMEDIESOTHER REMEDIES
Regular yoga Drink enough water Avoid junk food. Lead a stress free life Avoid any kind or laser treatments or
chemical injections
3.Neck Wrinkles3.Neck Wrinkles
Neck WrinklesNeck Wrinkles
The first wrinkle on the neck are mostly horizontal lines. ('venus's rings'.)
Get pronounced and more visible with your flexing of the neck.
Vertical lines - indicate wrinkling and sagging of the skin.
Cause- sunlight exposure & disturbed sleeping patterns..
Neck Wrinkles: Treatment Neck Wrinkles: Treatment
Botox is injected into the muscles present in the target site. It improves the moderate to severe fine lines on the skin
Injectable fillers are used to fill the wrinkles. It increases the volume of the face, and hence makes the fine line disappear in a natural way.
Neck Wrinkles: Treatment Neck Wrinkles: Treatment
Laser treatments - tighten the sagging skin.
It stimulates the production of collagen, which in turn resurface the skin and erase fine lines and reduce wrinkles.
Chemical peel - which uses application of acid to the skin so as to remove skin blemishes or wrinkles.
It superficially burns the skin. However, burns are mild in most of the cases
Chemical peel - which uses application of acid to the skin so as to remove skin blemishes or wrinkles.
It superficially burns the skin. However, burns are mild in most of the cases
Neck Wrinkles: Treatment Neck Wrinkles: Treatment
Dermabrasion is a surgical procedure - controlled wearing away of the upper layers of the skin with mechanical means. (sandpaper.)
Ablative laser - removal of the uppermost layer (epidermis) with the help of laser. (enhances the appearance of the skin.)
4.Sagging Neck4.Sagging Neck
Sagging Neck Treatment Sagging Neck Treatment
Neck lift cosmetic surgery is performed for improved looks. of the neck.
Risk of swelling, surgical scar and nerve injury.
Skin Care for Sagging Skin Skin Care for Sagging Skin
Skin care product that can stimulate the production of collagen and elastin, and protect it from the harmful free radicals.
Skin care products that contain vitamin A , E and coenzyme Q10
Products contain copper peptides and bio active form of keratin, known as cynergy TK can help to accelerate the production of collagen.
Exfoliating agents - hydroxy acids can help to exfoliate the dead skin cells, and promote the generation of new cells.
Anti-wrinkle or anti-aging creams is 'phytessence wakame’ - stimulate the production of hyalunoric acid - maintains the elasticity of the skin
5. Forehead Wrinkles5. Forehead Wrinkles
Forehead wrinkles are a part and parcel of the aging process.
It forms furrows in the eyebrows!
Forehead Wrinkles TreatmentForehead Wrinkles Treatment
Botox and Comsetic Surgery
Botox aids in removing forehead wrinkles by paralyzing the muscles causing wrinkles.
cosmetic surgery - forehead or a brow lift. -stimulate and set the facial tissues and mend the tissues which are sagging.
cosmetic surgery - forehead or a brow lift. -stimulate and set the facial tissues and mend the tissues which are sagging.
Home Remedies Fore Head Home Remedies Fore Head WrinklesWrinkles
Applying olive oil to the skin just like you use your moisturizer will effectively tackle wrinkles.
Take some vegetable oil and rub it on your forehead wrinkles. Let it stay for around 15 minutes. Doing this daily.
Apply a mixture of lemon and milk cream on your forehead after washing your face with lukewarm water. Until it is totally dry and absorbed well in the skin, let it be. Wash your forehead after about half an hour.
Home Remedies Fore Head Home Remedies Fore Head WrinklesWrinkles
Half a glass of carrot juice every day keeps wrinkles away! Yes, drink half a glass of carrot juice for around 2 weeks everyday.
Apply lemon juice on your forehead wrinkles or lemon peels.
Your wrinkles will disappear and skin becomes youthful.
6. Chest Wrinkles6. Chest Wrinkles
Chest Wrinkles - PreventionChest Wrinkles - Prevention
A diet rich in vitamin A, C, D and antioxidants is particularly helpful in fighting wrinkles.
Staying away from alcohol and smoking helps you in many ways.
Similarly, minimizing direct exposure to sun also lowers your chances of developing chest wrinkles.
Use breast pillows – sleeping to one side - to prevent the risk of chest wrinkles in future.
Applying anti wrinkle cream on chest, at night. Regular exercise can also benefit your body in
numerous ways.
7. Sagging Jowls7. Sagging Jowls
Sagging Jowls -causes Sagging Jowls -causes
1.Aging
Advancing age is responsible .
Muscles generally start losing their elasticity in the mid 30's (regular exercises – prevents. )
Prominent in the early 50's.
2.Genetics
At an early age; possibly -the cause is genetic. - hereditary factor. (exercises prevents sagging jowls )
3.Being Overweight
More the weight, more are the chances of the skin tissues spreading or sagging out. ( exercises prevents - a sagging neck and jawline.
4.Exposure to the Sun
Heavy exposure to the sun can lead to skin damage. Skin tissues might start drooping at a relatively early age.( Use a sunblock and wear a scarf or hat to prevent from from the sun's
heat; this will help in reducing sagging jowls.
5.Smoking
There are chances of getting sagging jowls if you smoke a lot. Smoking can lessen the flow of blood containing vit.A & nutrients towards the skin.
Treatment for Sagging JowlsTreatment for Sagging Jowls
Sunblock or antioxidant creams.
Peel offs or scrubs can also help postpone aging.
Sleep for 7-8 hours everyday and drink a lot of
water.
Sagging jowls surgery.
Hairstyles for Sagging JowlsHairstyles for Sagging Jowls
Cleverly styling your hair can help you hide the sagging skin. Opt for a hairstyle that will keep your forehead instead of the
jaw. Going for fringes that can curl up on your forehead is also a
good idea. A side-swept, blunt or straight fringe or any other hairstyle with
bangs that suits you face structure can hide the sagging jowls to some extent.
Also, fringes can conceal the rumpled look of your forehead. Choose a short haircuts wherein your hair hangs will fall near
the chin area. Long hair, tie it up in such a way that it enhances hair volume
near the forehead area, giving you a younger look, while also hiding the sagging skin.
HOW TO COPE UP WITH AGING
1. Nurture your curosities2. Engage in new and loved activities3. Travel where ever possible4. Expand your education5. Participate in community activities6. Connect with new people or socialize 7. Maintain yourself regularly –doctor 8. Eat healthy, regural meals.9. Perform Cardio and strength exercises or Yoga10.Read and Writing11.Always try to learn more and something new
Maintain a food Diary
Your diet is increasingly important as you get older. As you age, you are increasingly at risk for health issues such as high blood pressure and diabetes. Watching your diet can help lower those risks. When you're trying to eat right, it is helpful to keep a record of what you are eating
Keeping a food diary can help you identify areas where you need to make changes. This can help you visually see where you need to add more nutrients
Eat whole foods
As you age, your metabolism slows down.
Eat the right foods so that you don't gain weight.
Try to eat a balanced diet
Avoid processed foods (lot of preservatives.)
Eat plenty of fruits and leafy greens.(essential nutrients and also aid in healthy digestion.)
Low-fat or fat-free dairy products.
Limit sugar, sodium, red meat, and alcohol
Always Stay hydrated.
. Drinking plenty of water is very important for your heart health, as it helps your heart effectively pump the blood through your body
Make sure you are drinking liquids throughout the day, like water, soup, milk, and juice.
Eat healthy, regular meals.
Getting healthy and regular meals is vital to maintaining your health after 50.
Nutrient rich whole foods such as fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins can give you the energy to embrace life while minimizing the risk of disease.You should get between 1,600 and 2,800 calories a day depending on your gender and how active you are .
Intake of Healthy Diet
There are certain foods for skin elasticity restoration and improvement that can be included in your diet . These contain essential minerals and vitamins like vitamin E and C.
StrawberriesBlackberriesCornEgg yolkArtichoke heartsBroccoliFlaxseed (Omega fatty 3 acids)WaterDark green leafy vegetables
There are certain foods for skin elasticity restoration and. These contain essential minerals and vitamins like vitamin E and C.
StrawberriesBlackberriesCornEgg yolkBroccoliFlaxseed (Omega fatty 3 acids)WaterDark green leafy vegetables
CALORIE REQUIREMENT FOR EACH GENDER & AGE GROUP AT 3 LEVELS OF LEVELS OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
EXERCISES FOR KEEPING FIT
Embrace old age with a positive attitude it shall always make you Feel young.
"Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it doesn't matter.”
(Mark Twain)
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