Anti-Aging Datasheet: How To Look Younger Than Your Real Age
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Seeker79
Kingfisher
Sleep Hygiene
- First use a sleep diary to track the quality and quantity of your sleep. I'm not talking about your latest smart watch or some smartphone app. Use a tried and true pen and paper method. Remember what gets tracked gets improved. Here's one from the NYT that I use everyday. It's simple and effective. https://static01.nyt.com/packages/pdf/health/NYTimes_Sleep_Diary_checklist.pdf
- Aim to get at least 7 hours. Then baseline it from there as to how much you actually.
- Different people have different natural circadian rhythms. Some people like to stay up later and wake up later. Others are, much to the annoyance of family and partners, morning people. Your sleep diary should help you determine that.
- Avoid alcohol and limit caffeine in the afternoon.
- Reduce screen time at night. Definitely a no-no one hour prior to going to bed. The blue light from phone, laptop, and other screens mess with your natural circadian rhythm disrupting your natural melatonin production. Melatonin helps you feel "tired" and fall asleep naturally.
- If possible no electronics in your room. I turn my cell phone off and leave it another room. I turn off all computers and devices. The only thing I have in my bedroom is the alarm clock. I use the Phillips light alarm clock. After hesitating for over 6 months based on the price I have no regrets. The gradual natural light simulation is excellent for helping wake up without getting jolted into darkness by loud noise. Only drawback is if you are taking a power nap then the light function can be annoying. I use a cheap $5 alarm clock for naps.
- Try to wake up at the same time everyday. Sometimes it's difficult because of erratic schedules and unexpected things but this will help keep a routine.
- Use the bed only for sleeping and sex. Don't use your bed as a couch or watch TV in it. Maybe read a book before going to bed for a few minutes that's about it.
- Keep your bedroom cool, quiet, and dark. I put aluminum foil on my window. Excellent at blocking light and cheap. No need to buy expensive ill fitted blackout curtains. I use a nice looking bamboo blinds over it so it doesn't look ghetto. Window faces back of the house so it doesn't matter if people see it and think I'm a psycho.
- Invest in the right mattress. This is worth more than the BS amount of money you spend on booze, coffee, fast food, and impulse purchases. Find the right firmness and texture based on your sleep style (stomach, back, side). Same thing for your pillow. Spend the money on a good pair of pillows for you and your bang.
- Need I say it again TURN OFF YOUR PHONES at night before going to bed. We are with our phones 24/7. Put the world away and get some mental and physical privacy during your sleep time.
- Your sleep is sacred. If you don't respect your sleep, nobody else will.
Take Astaxanthin.
My dad started taking it a few years ago and his skin looks markedly better for his age. Even his dermatologist remarked on it.
Apparently, it fights and actually prevents radiation damage.
On an unrelated but equally amazing note, a family member of mine suffers from pulmonary fibrosis, a nasty disease in which lung tissue hardens over time.
The only substance known to stave off its progression and actually REVERSE it is...astaxanthin.
This is one of those supplements that nobody's heard of but that everybody should research and begin taking, it seems to be incredibly safe and effective in a number of key areas.
It also occurs naturally in krill oil (it's the pigment responsible for the pink coloration of salmon, flamingoes, etc.) but not in large enough quantities that you can get a sufficient amount from krill oil alone.
My dad started taking it a few years ago and his skin looks markedly better for his age. Even his dermatologist remarked on it.
Apparently, it fights and actually prevents radiation damage.
On an unrelated but equally amazing note, a family member of mine suffers from pulmonary fibrosis, a nasty disease in which lung tissue hardens over time.
The only substance known to stave off its progression and actually REVERSE it is...astaxanthin.
This is one of those supplements that nobody's heard of but that everybody should research and begin taking, it seems to be incredibly safe and effective in a number of key areas.
It also occurs naturally in krill oil (it's the pigment responsible for the pink coloration of salmon, flamingoes, etc.) but not in large enough quantities that you can get a sufficient amount from krill oil alone.
monsquid said:
Very much this.
For people who have sleep problems, check out this book:
Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams (Matthew Walker)
https://www.amazon.com/Why-We-Sleep-Unlocking-Dreams/dp/1501144316
This isn't just another bullshit book on sleep or dreams, this is a brutally honest book backed by hard science and empirical evidence. After reading this, you'll never take sleep for granted ever again.
ksbms
Pelican
This thread has great intentions but, unfortunately, too much of a mix of fact and fiction. I'll just mention one thing - the property of coconut oil aren't what they are claimed to be. There is no evidence based dental data corroborating coconut does any particular good for your teeth, gums and overall health of your oral cavity. There are many ways to go about, https://scholar.google.co.uk/ is your friend and many others, such as https://www.ebscohost.com/search. I also asked my friend, who's been a dentist for over a decade and he confirmed my intuition - there is no evidence for the benefit of pulling coconut oil. As always, be mindful and skeptical about many claims regarding thousands of products having wonderful curative properties.
frankyja
Chicken
TIP: Get up at 5:30am or 6am and go for a run. When you get back home take a hot/cold shower combo.
This technique will change your life. You will feel much more energized and clear headed throughout the day. There is something about the early morning that revitalizes your mind and body which is hard to describe. It may not be for everyone but worth a try.
This technique will change your life. You will feel much more energized and clear headed throughout the day. There is something about the early morning that revitalizes your mind and body which is hard to describe. It may not be for everyone but worth a try.
redbeard said:
I took the Icelandic brand Algalife, 12 mg dose, everyday for 4-5 months. Did a heck ton of research on Astaxanthin prior to this, and hoped for some good results. But after taking what is a large dose for that long I noticed no difference on any health issue whatsoever.
Might be premature, but I decided to skip it from then on. I do take krill oil, which contains some Astaxanthin naturally though. (Captain`s krill oil to be precise) This will at least protect the EPA/DHA fatty acids from going rancid, which is quite important. I have some doubts about the effects of Astaxanthin in humans after this experiment. It`s not given that an algae derived antioxidant works in humans! But on the other hand, there are plenty of studies showing it`s effectiveness in lab animals like mice.
pazuk123
Pigeon
This may not be woke, but I truly believe that higher end brands of men centric face wash, shampoo, moisturizer, etc are better for you, do a better job, and keep you looking younger. I'm 40, no wrinkles, no crow's feet, scars, etc. Bang girls between 20-36 but live in a college town so it's easy. Have all my hair, no grays. I definitely do NOT get confused for an 18 year old college kid, but regularly am guessed at 27-32. Definitely not a substitute for low stress and good sleep, but I feel it makes a difference. Don't always need to go for the MOST expensive brands either. Brands I've used;
FACEWASH
Kiehl's Facial Fuel (Currently using) GEL
ZIRH Deep Wash FOAM
Jack Black Pure Clean GEL
Shishedo Men's Cleansing Foam FOAM
Lab Series Power Wash GEL
*I personally prefer the gels
EXFOLIATOR (Use about once or twice a week or before a shave)
Avalon Organics Lavender Exfoliating Enzyme Scrub (Currently using)
Anthony Facial Scrub
H2O+ Men Energizing Facial Scrub
Jack Black's Face Buff
Kiehl's Pineapple Papaya Facial Scrub
MOISTURIZER (I don't like mine oily so they are creams)
Lab Series Daily Moisture Defense Lotion SPF15 (Currently using)
ZIRH Correct (Using one a week after shaving)
Triumph & Disaster Gameface
There's a lot you can do- I'll apply an eye cream (Kiehl's) most days, body exfoliator, beard oil. You'll have to play along with as many as you can find to figure out what works best for you. A lot of places like Nordstrom will have samples that you can try. Everyone's skin is different- oily, dry, normal, so it's not a one size fits all solution. The hardest one for me to find that worked was the moisturizer because I have normal skin, usually tan, so I don't use anything that's excessively oily. I don't want to give the impression of a greasy face, and the oily based ones seemed to do that. I will occasionally use a toner or mask but that's maybe every other month.
FACEWASH
Kiehl's Facial Fuel (Currently using) GEL
ZIRH Deep Wash FOAM
Jack Black Pure Clean GEL
Shishedo Men's Cleansing Foam FOAM
Lab Series Power Wash GEL
*I personally prefer the gels
EXFOLIATOR (Use about once or twice a week or before a shave)
Avalon Organics Lavender Exfoliating Enzyme Scrub (Currently using)
Anthony Facial Scrub
H2O+ Men Energizing Facial Scrub
Jack Black's Face Buff
Kiehl's Pineapple Papaya Facial Scrub
MOISTURIZER (I don't like mine oily so they are creams)
Lab Series Daily Moisture Defense Lotion SPF15 (Currently using)
ZIRH Correct (Using one a week after shaving)
Triumph & Disaster Gameface
There's a lot you can do- I'll apply an eye cream (Kiehl's) most days, body exfoliator, beard oil. You'll have to play along with as many as you can find to figure out what works best for you. A lot of places like Nordstrom will have samples that you can try. Everyone's skin is different- oily, dry, normal, so it's not a one size fits all solution. The hardest one for me to find that worked was the moisturizer because I have normal skin, usually tan, so I don't use anything that's excessively oily. I don't want to give the impression of a greasy face, and the oily based ones seemed to do that. I will occasionally use a toner or mask but that's maybe every other month.
