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Easy ways to get moreyouthful-looking skin

• Quit smoking. Quittingsmoking can add years toyour life and improve yourappearance. Smoking dam-ages collagen and elastin inthe skin, which are the sub-stances that help keep skinflexible and firm. Also, smok-ing decreases blood flow tothe skin and makes it difficultfor it to receive enough oxy-gen to stay healthy. The act

of smoking also can con-tribute to older-looking skin.Pursing the lips to draw on acigarette, as well as squintingto avoid smoke in the eyescan lead to the formation ofwrinkles on the face.• Steer clear of the sun.

Excessive exposure to ultra-violet light damages the skinand can cause it to age pre-maturely. Also, inadvertent

SKIN CARE | SENIOR LIVINGUV exposure, which can hap-pen when running errands orsitting in front of an openwindow, also can affect theskin. Sun exposure is the topcause of uneven skin toneand dark spots. Always wearsunscreen to protect the skinfrom the sun. Applying sun-screen should become asautomatic as brushing yourteeth each day.• Drink more water. A

dehydrated body will divertwater to the organs thatneed it the most, includingthe liver and heart. Whenthat happens, skin pays theprice by not receiving ade-quate hydration for skin cellrenewal. By drinking the rec-ommended six to eight glass-es of water per day, you canensure your body is gettingthe fluids it needs to fuel nat-

ural functions, including skincell production.• Exercise. By working out

you’ll promote good cardio-vascular health, which inturn will deliver blood flowand nutrients to the surfaceof your skin. Skin cells arepushed to the surface of theskin, helping to create ayounger appearance andglow. Exercise also can helpbanish stress, which can con-tribute to an older appear-ance and frown.• Avoid alcohol. Drinking

alcohol in excess can dam-age blood vessels over time.This can cause burst capillar-ies at the surface of the skin,which are highly visible.Drinking also may lead toflushing, which can affectappearance. People whohave damaged their livers

Few people would pass up the opportunity to lookyounger. But men and women who want to look a littlemore like their younger selves without resorting to sur-gery can still have younger, healthier-looking skin with-out going under the knife. The following are a handful ofnatural ways to keep skin vibrant and youthful.

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SENIOR LIVING| SKIN CAREfrom drinking too much orabusing medication maydevelop jaundice, a medicalcondition characterized by ayellowing of the skin. • Avoid stressful situations.

It’s impossible to avoid allthe stressors in life, but tak-ing steps to reduce stress canimprove your psychologicaloutlook and appearance.Stress can lessen your body’sability to function properly,and that can affect theappearance of your skin.Stress-related insomnia canlead to undereye bags and atired appearance. Andaccording to the Archives ofDermatology, stress canincrease your risk of skin dis-eases and may causewounds to take longer toheal.• Eat a healthy diet. Your

skin is the largest organ inyour body, and it makessense that healthy foods willbenefit the skin. Omega-3fatty acids found in walnuts,flax and fish oil are impor-tant for skin health becausethey support healthy cellmembranes. Antioxidantslike vitamins A and C alsoare beneficial because theyfight the effects of cell oxida-tion and combat free radicalsthat can lead to illness.• Take care of your skin at

night. Moisturizers andserums with concentratedblends of vitamins, antioxi-dants and botanicals aremost effective at night.That’s because, whenapplied at night, such prod-ucts are in contact with theskin for several hours with-out being wiped off. Just be

sure to apply any products to clean skin for maximumeffect. A dermatologist can recommend the right productsfor your skin type. There are various ways to get more youthful-looking skin,

many of which can benefit the rest of your body as well.

Many lifestyle changes, including quitting smoking, reducingalcohol consumption and staying out of the sun, can contribute toyounger-looking skin.

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Recommendedimmunizations forthose age 50+

Vaccination schedulesbecome a way of life for par-ents to young children. Butvaccinations aren’t just forkids, and adults should keeptabs on their immunizationhistories to ensure they’reup-to-date with vaccinationsfor their particular age groupand lifestyle.The Centers for Disease

Control and Preventionwarns that the elderly aremore likely to die of a vac-cine-preventable diseasethan other age groups. Theimmune system begins todecline as we age, so thebody can benefit from thedisease-fighting boost pro-vided by vaccinations.Individuals at any age shoulddiscuss immunizations withtheir doctors, but it’s a partic-ularly important conversa-tion for those age 50 andolder.Vaccine schedules and rec-

ommendations may varydepending on where a per-son lives, but the followingimmunization recommenda-tions are offered courtesy ofthe CDC.

InfluenzaAn annual flu shot can

help prevent the nearly

36,000 deaths that occurdue to flu each year in theUnited States. The flu vaccineis designed to combat thecurrent strain of flu, so it isrecommended anytimebetween September toMarch, which is the prime fluseason. People age 50 andolder should opt for theinjection rather than thenasal form of the vaccine.

TdapThis vaccine protects

against tetanus, diphtheriaand pertussis and is especial-ly necessary for people whohave close contact withyoung infants. Pertussis, orwhooping cough, can bepassed on to youngsters andmake them very ill. If you’venever received a Tdap vac-cine, the CDC suggests get-ting it at least once.Individual tetanus boostersshould be received every 10years.

PneumococcalPneumococcal disease is

an infection caused by thepneumococcus bacteria. Itcan cause pneumonia, bloodinfection, ear infections, andeven bacterial meningitis.

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This vaccine is given toadults age 65 and older or toyounger adults at their physi-cians’ discretion.

Hepatitis AIndividuals with medical,

occupational or lifestyle con-ditions, such as healthcareworkers or people withchronic liver disease, mayneed a two-dose series of the

hepatitis A vaccine.Adults who are avid travel-

ers to various parts of theworld that may bring them incontact with animals or peo-ple who do not receive thesame course of immuniza-tions may need additionalvaccines. Speak with a doc-tor about which immuniza-tions are recommendedbefore travel.

Routine immunizations can keep people safe andhealthy. Certain vaccinations can prevent diseases fromproducing symptoms, while others can lessen the dura-tion of an illness or make conditions less severe.

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If a doctor has confirmedthat it is okay to participatein sports, these activities canhelp men and women 50and older enjoy friendlycompetition and physicalactivity.

FishingFishing is more than just a

leisurely day at the lake.Casting and reeling in yourcatch provides a good work-out for the arms, legs and

core muscles of the body. Ifyou fish on the water, rowingout to your lucky spot pro-vides additional cardiovascu-lar exercise.

GolfGolf is enjoyed by people

of all ages. Requiring a com-bination of strategy and skill,golf also pays several physi-cal dividends. Play at yourown pace, taking your timewalking from hole to hole so

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you can enjoy the sunshine andsoak in the beauty of thecourse.

SwimmingA few laps around a pool

works your whole body.Swimming is attractive to sen-iors because it works the mus-cles and provides a cardiovas-cular jolt without putting anystrain on the joints.

CyclingMany seniors are avid

cyclists. You can ride a bicyclein competition or for pleasure.You can even vary your routedepending on how physicallyintense you want the ride to be.Seniors need not abandon

their love of sport just becauseFather Time is catching up withthem. Many sports can beenjoyed by athletes of all ages.

Age doesn’t have to stop older men and women fromenjoying their favorite sports. In fact, remaining activecan improve physical and mental health.

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there are many systemic dis-eases that can be seen in theeye. In addition to the condi-tions mentioned, jaundicecan indicate liver diseasewhile retinal detachment andbleeding in new blood ves-sels may indicate hyperten-sion. By looking at the colorof the cornea, some doctorscan tell if a patient has ele-vated levels of cholesterol.Many people have had theireye doctors be the firsthealthcare professional todetect the presence of their

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While it’s best to start sav-ing for retirement as early aspossible, the good news isthat it’s never too late tostart planning for retirement.If your 40th birthday haslong passed and you’re final-ly thinking ahead to retire-ment, consider these catch-up strategies.• Research tax-advanta-

geous retirement savingsplans. A financial plannercan point you in the rightdirection, or consult withyour employer aboutemployee programs. Depositmoney into a 401(k) or403(b) plan or another retire-ment vehicle. Jump on anyopportunities when youremployer matches investedfunds. Investigate an IRA andfind out if there are any gov-ernment incentives.

Depending on your age, youmay be able to deposit moremoney into such accountsthan other investors.• Cut back on expenses.

Cutting back on unnecessaryexpenses is a great way tosave more money for retire-ment. Figure out where youcan save some money youcan then allocate to retire-ment savings. Maybe youcan reduce insurance cover-age on an older car or raiseyour deductible? Downsizecable packages or skip thatcostly cup of coffee on theway to work. Perhaps it’stime to look for a smaller,less expensive home or acompact car instead of anSUV. Any money saved nowwill benefit you when thetime comes time to bidfarewell to the workforce.

Rebounding from a latestart to retirement savingsSome people do not have the ability to begin saving

for retirement early on. Others may have brushedretirement savings aside for so long that they are nowworried that it’s too late to begin socking away moneyfor retirement.

• Delay your retirement.Many people who retire findthemselves bored and look-ing for ways to fill their time,and as a result more andmore people are delayingtheir retirement, which alsogives them more time tosave for that day when theydo call it quits. If you want towork less, discuss and nego-tiate a phased retirementwith your bosses that allowsyou to stick with youremployer but gradually workfewer hours until you retirecompletely. You may be ableto work part-time for severalyears and retire when you’remost comfortable.• Consider more aggressive

funds. Even if you are 50 youstill have a few decadesbefore retirement, whichleaves lots of time to grow

your retirement savings. Butyou may want to considermore aggressive funds thatcan help you catch up morequickly than less aggressiveinvestments. Just know thataggressive funds may alsoleave you susceptible to sub-stantial losses.• Don’t amass debt. If

you’re saving for retirementbut only paying minimumbalances on your creditcards, then you’re not reallysaving. Pay down credit carddebt before you begin to setaside money for retirement.Delaying retirement plan-

ning may mean you have towork a little harder to buildup a solid reserve. But by fol-lowing some financial tipsand persevering, you can stillenjoy retirement with securi-ty.

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Snack foods thatpromote better sleep

But even though difficultysleeping may be a part ofaging, that does not meanmen and women over 50cannot take steps to improvetheir sleeping patterns. Forexample, certain snack foodsmay help to improve qualityof sleep, especially whenthese foods replace lesshealthy snacking options.While men and women over50 should always consultwith their physicians beforemaking any changes to theirdiets, the AARP notes thatthe following are a handfulof snack foods that promotebetter sleep.• Almonds: Magnesium is a

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sleep and help you fallasleep sooner.• Cherries: Cherries contain

the sleep hormone mela-tonin, and the AARP notesthat recent studies indicatedthat participants who dranktart cherry juice on a dailybasis fell asleep more quicklyand slept longer and betterthan participants who didnot. • Hummus: The primary

ingredient in hummus ischickpeas, which are loadedwith tryptophan, folate andvitamin B6. Folate hasproven especially beneficialto older men and womenwho need help regulatingtheir sleep patterns, whilevitamin B6 helps the bodyregulate its clock.• Peanut butter: Peanut

butter is another snacking

item loaded with tryptophan.Spread some peanut butteron a carbohydrate, whetherit’s a slice of toast or somecrackers, before going tobed, and you may enjoy abetter, longer sleep.• Walnuts: Like cherries,

walnuts contain melatonin,which can contribute to alonger, more restful night’ssleep. Walnuts also can helpregulate stress, which is aleading cause of sleeping dif-ficulty.Many men and women

experience difficulty sleepingas they age. But the rightfoods may just help combatsuch problems and help menand women get a more ade-quate night’s sleep.

According to the National Sleep Foundation, changesin sleep patterns are a part of the aging process. Manypeople experience difficulty falling asleep and thenstaying asleep as they age, and that difficulty can makemen and women over 50 feel more tired during the day.

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