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Keeping those dreaded lines away can be quite simple. Wrinkles are one of the most unwelcome signs of ageing. Delicate creases and sagging is caused over time as the skin loses its elasticity, suppleness and smoothness. But though unavoidable completely, they can be prevented from making an early appearance, say health experts. “A lot of people in their 40s come to us seeking treatment for wrinkles. But the fact is that by then it’s already too late and the treatment can only reduce this sign of ageing by 20 to 30 per cent, but not completely cure them. The key lies is taking care of your skin right from your early 20s,” says dermatologist Dr Nina Madnani. CAUSES OF AGEING Ageing of skin is dependant on two things — genes and the external environmental factors. Explains Dr Madnani. “While genes are not under our control, we can keep the external factors under check,” she says. EXTERNAL FACTORS Ultraviolet light: Over-exposure to the sun causes premature ageing in skin. UV rad...

No matter how busy you are, it’s easy to take care of your eyes. Experts tell you how? Ever wondered about the several hours you spend with your eyes constantly riveted on your computer screens, laptops, cell-phones, television... all an inescapable part of our hectic daily lives, and the toll it takes on your eyes? What’s worse is that trapped in this fast pace, we have ready excuses of not finding the time to take care of them. But there are some easy everyday tips that you can follow for healthy eyes. Here’s what to do... REGULAR CHECK-UPS Visit your optician at least once in six months. Besides regular care, it will be easy to diagnose eye diseases at an early stage. WEAR UV PROTECTION Protect your eyes by investing in a pair of good sunglasses that shield them from the harmful rays of the sun. This will also prevent wrinkles and ageing of the delicate skin area around it. STOP SMOKING Smoking, even passively, plays a vital role in age-related macular degeneration (AMD) an...

Here are a few foods that help delay the signs of ageing. Anti-ageing foods are those essential foods that supply basic nutrients needed for a healthy body. In fact, when you include food in your diet that are high in antioxidants, you can delay the effects of ageing. Antioxidants are found in fruits and vegetables like prunes, raisins, blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, spinach and raspberries and are known to be great for health. Here’s what else you can include in your diet... GREEN, LEAFY VEGETABLES Vegetables like cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, turnip, Brussels sprouts and radishes are rich in vitamin C. They are believed to contain anti-cancer substances too. They’re also known to help prevent cataracts and eye problems. TOMATOES This vegetable is extremely rich in lycopene, an antioxidant that protects one against coronary heart disease and cancer of the lung, stomach, mouth, colon, rectum and prostate gland. GARLIC Garlic is a powerful antioxidant that is known to...

Mango the king of fruits has several benefits. Here are few of them... Not only do they taste great, but mangoes are also loaded with several qualities that can benefit you. They are rich in powerful antioxidants that are known to neutralise free radicals that cause damage to cells and lead to health problems like heart diseases, premature ageing and cancer among other things. Here’s why you should consume mangoes... With its high iron content, mangoes are excellent for pregnant women and those who suffer from anaemia. Constantly complaining about clogged pores? Place mango slices on your skin and then wash off after 10 minutes. If you suffer from indigestion problems, nothing will help you as much as a mango. They’re known to give relief from acidity and aid proper digestion since they contain digestive enzymes that help break down proteins. Rich in potassium, mangoes reduce high blood pressure. They also contain pectin, a soluble dietary fibre, that is known to lower blood cholestero...