Makes A Big Difference

@Kandae11 (55131)
March 27, 2024 11:34am CST
What we put into our bodies does make a difference in how fast we age - even though genetics do play a part as well. For example eating less processed food and adding fruits and vegetables to our daily diet - lots of it can keep our skin smooth and glowing. I have seen it happen. Of course there are some areas where the skin is much thinner and turn out to be problem areas - like the neck for example, and hands, especially when they are frequently immersed in water. So do you have an anti -aging treatment for your skin? . Mine is eating mostly fruits, vegetables and legumes, mostly for the overall health benefits - not only my skin. So what kinds of fruits and vegetables do you like? Pixabay image
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Gayle Harrelson
@2ndchances24 (9219)
• Cloverdale, Indiana
27 Mar
Since I've recently had a major health issue pop up on me I've had to change my eating habits with a no SUGAR diet & on insulin, but I'm working on getting my health back on track. I've mainly been eating fresh fruits & air fried foods, no carbs no sugars, no processed foods or fats, I eat cottage cheese with (no sugar) fruit cups, & Swiss cheese & bran cereals.
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Kandase
@Kandae11 (55131)
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27 Mar
You are on the right track. No sugar will make a world of difference - added sugar that is. Sugar is already in so many products we use - like ketchup, baked beans, peanut butter, etc.
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Gayle Harrelson
@2ndchances24 (9219)
• Cloverdale, Indiana
27 Mar
@Kandae11 Them things + more I have taken off my food list where I don't hardly eat but eat enough to keep things functional, I've been writing down what I can eat & being I don't eat a full meal I'm keeping my sugar down & my weight which is
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Kandase
@Kandae11 (55131)
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27 Mar
@2ndchances24 keep it up. Like l said , you are on the right track.
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Valerie J. Routhieaux
@just4him (317249)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
27 Mar
I eat lots of fruit, not as many vegetables, but I'm eating more than I used to. I don't use anti-aging cream. Though I use lotion to keep my hands moisturized in winter.
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Valerie J. Routhieaux
@just4him (317249)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
27 Mar
@Kandae11 It is a good diet for me. Yes, it is amazing to see the changes. I'm seeing most of them in my hands. I remember when I was younger seeing my grandmother's hands with all the spots and wrinkles on them. My hands look like my grandmother's.
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Kandase
@Kandae11 (55131)
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27 Mar
@just4him The reason being that our hands are the only part of our body that would be immersed in water very often - especially those who do not use washing machines, dish washers etc.
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Kandase
@Kandae11 (55131)
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27 Mar
Your diet sounds quite okay. It is amazing seeing the changes over the months -and years..
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much2say
@much2say (55901)
• Los Angeles, California
1 Apr
I like all kinds of fruits and vegetables. I do think eating "whole" foods rather than processed foods is beneficial. I try not to use too many chemical products as well . . . I try to use natural oils and kitchen pantry stuff on my face (various fruits, honey, milk, yogurt, etc).
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much2say
@much2say (55901)
• Los Angeles, California
4 Apr
@Kandae11 Still experimenting . . . but it's all helping, it seems.
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Kandase
@Kandae11 (55131)
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1 Apr
Sounds wonderful. You know what's good for you.
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MARILYN
@Marilynda1225 (83062)
• United States
28 Mar
I love fruits and vegetables so most days I get enough. I've noticed that my arms are starting to look like my moms (very thin skin). My hands do need lotion to keep them soft.
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MARILYN
@Marilynda1225 (83062)
• United States
29 Mar
@Kandae11 food is the best medicine (as they say). So much can heal us by eating good stuff while the bad stuff can do so much harm.
Kandase
@Kandae11 (55131)
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29 Mar
When l was younger l always admired my mother's skin tone, a d mine is the same. Which shows that genes do play a part. However eating the right stuff can still make a difference.
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Judy Evans
@JudyEv (341742)
• Rockingham, Australia
28 Mar
I eat a lot of vegetables but probably not enough fruit. My hands had a lot of rough skin on the tops but I'm working on getting them softer.
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Judy Evans
@JudyEv (341742)
• Rockingham, Australia
28 Mar
@Kandae11 That's a good idea. I wear gloves when I'm gardening now.
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Kandase
@Kandae11 (55131)
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28 Mar
When you do work which necessitates your hands being in water a lot - it wreaks havoc with one's hands. I keep a stock of very thin plastic gloves which l wear when necessary.
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Hanni Harel
@Hannihar (130213)
• Israel
28 Mar
@Kandae11 I like oranges and bananas for fruit and carrots, cucumbers, red peppers and onions for vegetables.
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Kandase
@Kandae11 (55131)
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28 Mar
Very good choices.
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Hanni Harel
@Hannihar (130213)
• Israel
28 Mar
@Kandae11 Thank you.
Amber
@AmbiePam (93738)
• United States
27 Mar
I make sure to drink an awful lot of water, and I know that is good for one’s skin. I have been eating a lot of raw broccoli and mandarin oranges lately.
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Kandase
@Kandae11 (55131)
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27 Mar
That's good. Those you mentioned are also heart healthy foods.
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snowy
@snowy22315 (181942)
• United States
27 Mar
I try to drink alot of water. I eat a fair amount of fruits and veggies too.
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Kandase
@Kandae11 (55131)
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27 Mar
Good.
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Anne Marie Guyer
@LeaPea2417 (37369)
• Toccoa, Georgia
28 Mar
I don't eat as much fast food as I use to.
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Kandase
@Kandae11 (55131)
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29 Mar
That's a good start.
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Anna
@LadyDuck (471969)
• Switzerland
28 Mar
I like more fruits than vegetables. It's winter now the choice of fruits is not as good as in summer, but I eat kiwis, oranges, mandarin oranges, apples, pears and blueberries. My favorite vegetables are bell peppers, spinach and carrots.
Anna
@LadyDuck (471969)
• Switzerland
29 Mar
@Kandae11 I like a lot berries and I also like nuts, I regularly eat walnuts.
Kandase
@Kandae11 (55131)
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29 Mar
Very good choices. Fruit wise you can't go wrong with oranges and berries.
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Vicki, #1 Creek Girl
@1creekgirl (41686)
• United States
28 Mar
My complection got totally ignored last year while I had cancer and treatments, but I'm taking better care again. I love fruit, but intestinal issues prevent me from eating raw fruits or veggies. I do love baked and fried veggies, but they're not as healthy. Great post!
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Kandase
@Kandae11 (55131)
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28 Mar
Hard to believe but there are some veggies that cooking brings out the nutrients. Thank you.
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Thelma
@thelme55 (77168)
• Germany
28 Mar
I eat a lot of veggies and fruits. I always put hand cream after washing my hands. Keeping myself hydrated is one of my habits in taking care of my health.
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Kandase
@Kandae11 (55131)
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29 Mar
You have it all covered.
Diana
@dya80dya (36773)
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28 Mar
I like berries, bananas and tomatoes. I don't care too much about aging.
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Kandase
@Kandae11 (55131)
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29 Mar
Worrying about it will certainly bring it on faster. However the overall picture includes being healthy as we age, so we watch what we eat and receive double benefits. No one wants to be suffering from a myriad of health issuses as they age.
Silvanos Ojiambo
@Silvanossilva88 (79)
• Nairobi, Kenya
27 Mar
Healthywise we have to take care of our bodies so that we may have a productive life style..I eat a lots of green vegetables and fruits such as melons ovacado and many more which I believe they play a vital role in my immune
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Kandase
@Kandae11 (55131)
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27 Mar
You are correct. Keep on doing it.
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Silvanos Ojiambo
@Silvanossilva88 (79)
• Nairobi, Kenya
28 Mar
@Kandae11 yeah alway
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relcap23
@florelway (23286)
• Cagayan De Oro, Philippines
25 Apr
I cannot do something for my hand because it's really veiny and wrinkled since I was young. With the other parts of my body I used lotion and moisturizers and eat fruits and vegetables. I also do some facial massage.
M Cheung
@Beestring (14672)
• Hong Kong
28 Mar
I like to eat a lot of fruits and vegetables. To name a few, apple, orange, grapes, kiwi. For vegetables, I like eggplant, broccoli, cauliflower, tomato, onion. I also use moisturizer for my skin.