by Danelle Karth

Created on: September 10, 2010

In times long gone age and wisdom were honored and the time on this earth that showed on your face was a good thing. However, we now live in a society that honors beauty and youth rather than that hard earned wisdom. Because of this it is no wonder that many women are seeking easy ways to help them look younger. The good news is that there are things that you can do and they will go a long way to not only making you look younger, but also making you feel younger.

Live a healthy lifestyle.

Not that I would ever say that changing habits is really easy, once you have your habits in a positive place then you will find that living a healthy lifestyle can be easy. You want to make sure that you are eating a balanced diet that is rich in whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. These will give you a great start on looking and feeling young. You should also make sure that you are exercising regularly. This should be a minimum of 3 times a week for 30 minutes.

However, your healthy lifestyle shouldn't end with good foods and exercise. You should also make sure that you are getting enough water. If you are dehydrated at all your body will show it in your skin, the bags or circles under your eyes, and even in how you feel. Make sure that you are drinking lots of water and realize that if you feel thirsty it is because you are already dehydrated.

You should also take a good multivitamin and make sure that you are getting 7 to 8 hours of sleep a night. These things will give your body the boost that it needs to keep you feeling and looking great. Don't forget that rest is very important to repairing the body and getting it ready for the next day.

Be positive.

Another habit that many people have that is bad for their looks is one of negativity. It is easy to let life overwhelm and it is easy to be negative because of it. However, all this negativity shows up on the face. It is a good idea to work on being positive. Meditation, yoga, deep breathing, and other relaxation techniques can help you to focus on the good and to learn to be positive.

Limit smoking and drinking.

Smoking is a habit that tends to age people. The good news is that if you quit now your body will work to repair the damage to your skin! This can be great news for your body and it will help you look younger! It is also a good idea to limit how much alcohol that you drink. Studies show that women should have one drink a day and men two for health benefits. However, drinking more than that can cause issues. Drinking

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