6 Foods That Will Protect Your Skin From the Sun

There are many ways to protect our skin. We can use special lotions that enhance its natural defenses, but they do require re-applying. They can also add up to quite the expense. You can wear protective clothes, but in the summer it gets hot and stuffy. You can stay home, but that takes all the fun out of the season. Here's another idea - eat right. These 6 foods contribute something to the fight between your skin and the harmful UV rays of the sun. Learn about all of them, and start protecting your skin against damage and the formation of cancer.

1. Strawberries vs. wrinkles  Strawberries have one of the largest concentration of vitamin C and have the power to hold off wrinkles, as well as help prevent the loss of skin elasticity that comes with the years. These are the findings of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition - the power of vitamin C to hold off wrinkles comes from its ability to get rid of those free radicals created by the sun's ultra violet rays as well as its role in manufacturing collagen, the material most responsible for the health and vitality of our skin. You can find lots of vitamin C in red peppers, broccoli and citrus fruit as well.

2. Coffee vs. Skin Cancer   A study published in the European Journal of Cancer discovered that a cup of coffee once a day can decrease the risk of skin cancer. The study checked 93 thousand women and discovered that a daily dose of coffee significantly reduced the risk of the disease. The caffeine, also existing to a lesser degree in tea, helps kill off pre-cancer cells and damaged skin cells by blocking the protein they need to make fast replications (which can lead to cancer).

3. Tomatoes vs. Sun damage   The red color of the tomato is its secret weapon for protection from the sun's harmful rays. It is a pigment, a carotenoid called lycophen, that filters the radiation of the sun and prevents the tomato from being damaged. This same effect works for the human body as well, as proven by a study that examined how an addition of tomato sauce to your daily diet affects the skin's resiliency.   The study discovered that 2.5 tablespoons of tomato sauce a day is enough to significantly decrease the damage our skin takes from the sun. This same effect can be achieved by drinking 1 and 2/3 of a glass of carrot juice every day, as carrots also contain carotenoid pigments. In fact, all red-orange foods will give this result, such as pumpkins, certain yams, etc.

4. Soy beans vs. Flabby skin   Soy is rich in a group of chemical compounds called isoflavones. A recent American study found that these compounds help prevent the wrinkles that occur as a result of ultra violet radiation. The isoflavones prevent the deconstruction of collagen, the material that keeps our skin tight and flexible. This compound exists in all soy products, such as soy milk, tofu etc.      5. Corn vs. Sun Damage   Corn has a yellow pigment called Lutein which is quite similar to the pigment found in tomatoes. Like the tomatoes, this is a chemical mechanism humans can benefit from, and the pigment supplies the skin with the protection it needs against the sun's rays. Lutein can also be found in egg yolk and spinach, and not only does it help the skin, but also the eyes, keeping them safer from macular damage.     6. Salmon Vs. Pre-Cancer cells The omega-3 fatty acid found in salmon has many health properties. One of the most important ones is protecting our cells from free radicals caused by UV light. Research published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition kept track of 1,100 Australians, who got a lot of sun exposure, for 5 years, checking their eating habits. Findings showed a whopping decrease of 30% in the formation of pre-cancer cells for those living on a diet rich in fish with high omega-3 levels, such as salmon, tuna and sardines. In addition, omega-3 helps the body keep its collagen levels.

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6 Exercises to Tone Your Upper Arms

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One of the pitfalls of aging is flabby upper arms, which makes wearing sleeveless shirts and dresses a less attractive option. As we age, our upper arms appear more flabby because of the loss of skin elasticity. While part of this is caused by aging, another part of this is caused by body weight.
To minimize the loose flesh and feel more comfortable in sleeveless clothing, you can tone your muscles with resistance exercises. Here are 6 different exercises that can be done at home to tone the tricep muscles, the large muscles at the back of your upper arm. Some will require you to use hand weights (a.k.a. dumbbells). However, you can use full food cans instead.
1. Tricep dips

You will need a chair for this exercise. Put your hands on the chair, shoulder-width apart, and your buttocks in front of the chair. Your back should be close to the chair and your legs bent, hip-width, on the floor. Straighten out your arms, keeping the elbows slightly bent. Slowly bend your elbows and your lower body towards the floor. When your arms are at a 90-degree angle, press your arms, pushing yourself back up to the starting position. Do this 10-15 times.
2. Push-ups

This is a floor exercise you may be familiar with. Lower yourself to the floor and place your hands under your shoulders. Keeping your elbows close you your side, lower your body towards the floor. Return to the starting position and repeat 10-15 times. If you find this difficult it might help to change your starting position - let your knees bend and touch the floor.
3. Tricep kickbacks

This exercise requires 1-2 kg weights (2-4 lbs.). Get on the floor, have both your knees and toes touching the floor. Holding the weights, bend your upper body forward from the hips up and bend your elbows at a 90-degree angle. Extend your arms backwards, with your palms facing each other. You should feel tension in your triceps. Return to the starting position and complete 3 sets of 8-10 repeats.

4. Tricep extensions
You’ll need 1-2 kg (2-4 lbs.) weights for this exercise. You can do this exercise in two ways: Standing or lying on the floor.

If you lie on the floor: Lie on your back, raising your arms above your chest, keeping your elbows slightly bent but not locked. Bend your elbows at a 90-degree angle, so that the weights reach the floor. Your elbows should now align with each side of your head. Lift back to the starting position and repeat this motion 12-15 times in 3 sets.

If you stand up: Stand with your knees, making sure they are soft and not locked. Straighten your arms. Your elbows should be next to your ears. Bend your elbows to a 90-degree angle. Squeezing your triceps, straighten your arms. Repeat this movement 15 times in 3 sets.

 

5. Bend-over row

This exercise requires the use of weights. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, and bend your knees and upper body forward from the hips up. Make sure to keep your spine neutral and not to bend your lower back. Keep your hands straight under your shoulders. Bend your elbows back and lift your arms towards the sides of your chest. At this stage, your shoulder blades should be pulled towards each other. Slowly lower the weights, feeling the tension in your triceps. Repeat this exercise 15 times.
6. One arm push-up

This is a floor exercise. Lie on your left side, with your knees slightly bent. Place your left hand on your right shoulder and press your right palm against the floor until it is straight. Now lift your upper body. Repeat this exercise 10 times and then switch to your right side and repeat another 10 times.

6 Foods That Will Protect Your Skin

These 6 foods each contribute something to the fight between your skin and the harmful UV rays of the sun. Learn about the foods that protect your skin and fight against damage and the formation of cancer.

1. Strawberries vs. wrinkles Strawberries have one of the largest concentration of vitamin C and have the power to hold off wrinkles as well as help prevent the loss of skin elasticity that comes with the years. These are the findings of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. The power of vitamin C to hold off wrinkles comes from its ability to get rid of those free radicals created by the sun's ultra violet rays as well as its role in manufacturing collagen, the material most responsible for the health and vitality of our skin. You can find lots of vitamin C in red peppers, broccoli and citrus fruit as well.

2. Coffee vs. Skin Cancer A study published at a European Journal of Cancer discovered that a cup of coffee once a day can decrease the risk of skin cancer. The study checked 93 thousand women and discovered that a daily dose of coffee significantly reduced the risk of skin cancer. The caffeine, also existing to a lesser degree in tea, helps kill off pre-cancer cells and damaged skin cells by blocking the protein they need to make fast replications (which lead to cancer).

3. Tomatoes vs. Sun damage The red color of the tomato is its secret weapon for protection from the sun's harmful rays. It is a pigment, a carotenoid called lycophen that filters the radiation of the sun and prevents the tomato from being damaged. This same effect works for the human body as well, as proven by a study that examined how an addition of tomato sauce to your daily diet affects the skin's resiliency.   The study discovered that 2.5 table spoons of tomato sauce a day were enough to significantly decrease the damage our skin took from the sun. This same effect can be achieved by drinking 1 and 2/3 of a glass of carrot juice every day. Carrots also contain carotenoid pigments. In fact, all red-orange foods will give this result, such as pumpkins, certain yams etc.

4. Soy beans vs. Flabby skin Soy is rich in a group of chemcial compounds called Isoflavones. A recent American study found that these compounds help prevent wrinkles that occur as a result of ultra violet radiation. The isoflavones prevent the deconstruction of collagen, the material that keeps our skin tight and flexible. This compound exists in all soy products, such as soy milk, tofu etc.

5. Corn vs. Sun Damage Corn has a yellow pigment called Lutein which is quite similar to the pigment found in tomatoes. Like the tomatoes, this is a chemical mechanism humans can benefit from, and the pigment supplies the skin with the protection it needs against the sun's rays. Lutein can also be found in egg yolk and spinach, and it not only helps the skin, but also the eyes, keeping them safer from macular damage.

6. Salmon Vs. Pre-Cancer cells The omega-3 fatty acid found in salmon has many health properties. One of the most important one if protecting our cells form free radicals caused by UV light. Research published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition kept track of 1,100 Australians, who get a lot of sun exposure, for 5 years, checking their eating habits. Findings showed a whopping decrease of 30% in the formation of pre-cancer cells for those living on a diet rich in fish with high omega-3 levels, such as salmon, tuna and sardines. In addition, omega-3 helps the body keep its collagen levels.       THIS IS ONLY FOR INFORMATION, ALWAYS CONSULT YOU PHYSICIAN BEFORE HAVING ANY PARTICULAR FOOD/ MEDICATION/EXERCISE/OTHER REMEDIES. PS- THOSE INTERESTED IN RECIPES ARE FREE TO VIEW MY BLOG- HTTP:GSEASYRECIPES.BLOGSPOT.COM/ FOR INFO ABOUT KNEE REPLACEMENT, YOU CAN VIEW MY BLOG- HTTP://KNEE REPLACEMENT-STICK CLUB.BLOGSPOT.COM/ FOR CROCHET DESIGNS HTTP://MY CROCHET CREATIONS.BLOGSPOT.COM

Why sleep is important

We all know how important getting enough sleep is & how vital it is to stay active. Here is another reason why- you can't get one without the other.

Exercise helps you sleep better. But that fact just got highlights in neon pink, thanks to very specific data-

if you get more than 20 minutes of exercise a day (go for 30), you won't just sleep better. You'll sleep much better, getting 65% more restorative REM sleep.

you'll also have energy to burn & be more alert.

and if you're prone to leg cramps at night, you can kiss those goodbye.

Other bigger benefits-

you can stop fantasizing about naps ( you won't need them).

you'll look much better.  "Beauty sleep", is for real. When you're sleep-deprived, not only do you ooze fatigue, but you actually look less attractive.

you'll be younger & healthier. Averaging less than 8 hours makes you prone to high C-reactive protein, a marker of aging & inflammation that threatens your heart, brain & arteries & invites cancer, arthritis & diabetes.

you'll be slimmer. sleep shortages stimulates your appetite, so you risk becoming tired & flabby.