Scientists claim that our bodies synthesize around a hundred hormones and that 5 of them are important for female beauty. They contribute to the elasticity of our skin, preserve our youth and even contribute to our good mood.
However, for unknown reasons, sometimes our body fails, hormone levels drop, and a person begins to age prematurely. The good news is that there are reliable methods to restore hormonal balance.
We have carefully studied the medical literature and are ready to tell you how to maintain optimal hormonal levels. This will help your skin glow and make your nails and hair look like a million dollars.
5. Estrogen
Estrogen causes fibroblast cells to produce collagen and elastin. When the level of this hormone decreases, wrinkles appear, the face becomes oval and the breasts sag. However, it’s not just about the skin – the lower the estrogen level, the faster the body wears out.
How do you raise the level of estrogen?
- Food. Soy-based tofu, soy milk, brown rice, flaxseed, fresh vegetables, and fruits. Scientists claim that meat products suppress estrogen production, so it is better to reduce your intake of animal protein.
- Cosmetic products. Specifically, creams that contain phytoestrogens. For example, licorice root serums and creams fight aging because they contain liquiritigenin, an antioxidant that stimulates collagen production.
- Food Additives. Phytoestrogens are sold as dietary supplements in the form of red clover, oregano, or сimicifuga. Although they are not hormonal drugs, it is necessary to consult a doctor before taking them.
4. Growth Hormone (Somatotropin)
People tend to have somatopause with age, a condition in which the level of growth hormones in the blood begins to decline. When somatotropin levels are lowered, muscles shrink, while fat and wrinkles begin to appear in excessive amounts, mood deteriorates, and stamina decreases.
Hollywood celebrities often start injecting growth hormones; however, this method has many unpleasant side effects such as swelling, headaches, and even uncontrolled growth of bones and internal organs.
How do you raise the level of growth hormones naturally?
- Physical activity. Walking at a speed of 2.5 to 3.5 miles per hour, weight training (10 to 15 repetitions each). It is best if strength training precedes aerobic exercise; Work out with dumbbells first and then walk. Of course, walking outside is the best option.
- Temperature changes. Visiting a sauna or taking a contrast bath stimulates the production of growth hormones.
- Sports supplements. Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) improves sleep and increases somatotropin levels.
3. Dhea (Dehydroepiandrosterone)
DHEA is a calming and anti-aging hormone. But the fact is, our bodies only produce up to the age of 30. Once the muscle tone begins to decrease, the vessels become more fragile and the skin loses its elasticity.
How do you raise its level naturally?
- Include healthy fats in your diet – our bodies make DHEA from them. Nuts, seeds, fatty fish, and avocados contain essential polyunsaturated fatty acids.
- Eat protein products for breakfast – they help fight mood swings and stabilize the nervous system early in the day.
2. Melatonin
Melatonin regulates our daily rhythms. In other words, it tells the body that it is time to rest. All cell renewal processes take place during sleep and, if disturbed, people begin to age prematurely. Lack of melatonin leads to the appearance of wrinkles, hair loss, and the formation of pigment spots.
How do you raise the level of melatonin?
- Food. Melatonin is contained in bananas, tomatoes, rice, and corn.
- Alcohol, tobacco, and caffeine are contraindicated. Consuming them stops the production of this hormone. Some medications, such as beta-blockers, hypnotics, and anti-inflammatories, have the same effect.
- Food Additives. Melatonin can be taken in pill form and is sold for free in pharmacies. Some experts claim that we need to artificially restore the lack of melatonin after age 35. In any case, always remember to consult your doctor first.
1. Insulin
Insulin raises blood glucose levels and, when it gets out of control, the first signs of aging appear on the skin. A high sugar content causes wrinkles and sagging of the skin.
Due to the increase in glucose, the process called glycation (the binding of sugar and protein molecules) runs faster than it should at a certain age, leading to the destruction of collagen and elastin. Elastic skin becomes brittle and dehydrated.
How do you protect skin from an excess of sugar?
- Consult a doctor to find out the level of sugar in your body. After consulting an expert, you can start treating the problem.
- Cosmetic products. Retinoid creams and serums (vitamin A and its derivatives) stimulate collagen production. These cosmetic products should contain vitamins C and E, and green tea, all of which act as antioxidants.
- Use sunscreen daily, even in winter. The sun’s rays destroy elastin fibers and contribute to rapid aging.
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Preview photo credit RitaE / Pixabay, Depositphotos
