Aging

Although supplements have always been known to be beneficial, controversies surrounding their uses are making it difficult to decide on their effectiveness.

Positive effects of these supplements as aids in averting many conditions associated with old age have been proven, it still cannot be categorically claimed that there are no side effects in their use to ward off the effects of aging or counter the process of old age. Recognized as preventive agents in the formation of free radicals are antioxidants. Considered to be the most important agent to counter the free radicals is vitamin E but must this must be taken in its proper dosage.

Vitamin E, when taken in proper dosage protects the fatty cell membranes in the body from free radicals. It forms the basic substance in various beauty lotions and creams for anti wrinkles as it is a supplement known to improve and moisturize dry skin. Research has indicated that Vitamin E has positive effects and it is commonly present in many fruits and vegetables.

In flushing out the free radicals, Vitamin C also helps although in some cases it does not reverse. Therefore it is advised to be taken in combination with Vitamin E. Another supplement recognized to increase performance with reference to certain age related conditions is Lipoic Acid. Known to help in the countering of the effects of old age is minimizing the consumption of the amount of fatty substances and maximizing the intake of fruits and vegetables.

Present in the red and blue pigments of fruits and vegetables is Flavonoids, which also have strong antioxidant properties.

Also highly useful in the elimination of free radicals is Carotenes, especially beta-carotene, which is present in orange and red vegetables. B-vitamins may indirectly aid as a natural anti aging supplement since it helps in combating stress. Deficiency in Folic Acid has indicated a possible increase in the occurrence of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. Many organ systems may well be affected by these during the process of aging. Folic acid (in adequate amount) should be taken as a supplement.

Research has indicated that the catechins and flavonols found in Green Tea Extras act as powerful antioxidants, thereby indicating it as having tremendous potency. Green tea extract is in fact more powerful than vitamin C and vitamin E combined. It can counter any damage to the body as a result of oxidation. Dealing with the natural elements of water, fire energy and air, the Indian medical science of Ayurveda, has many natural formulas which aides to retard the process of aging. “Anti aging natural supplements are gaining ground and is headed for a gigantic leap forwards. How far these supplements are actually effective differs from individual to individual but that does not stop either their being produced or sold.”