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Ain't Nothing Sweet About Sagging Skin
Friday, November 16, 2007
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Elastin and collagen are two proteins found in connective tissue that provide our skin with elastic and firm properties. Elastin allows tissues in the body to resume their shape after stretching or contraction. Collagen gives cells structure inside and out. It seems the more sugar we eat, the more the aging process is accelerated.When we eat sugars, regardless of where they come from, fruits or candy, a process called “glycation” occurs. The end products of this process negatively affect other nearby proteins, the most vulnerable ones being elastin and collagen. Deficits in these proteins result in sagging and wrinkled skin. However, do not throw your arms up and give in just yet! There are other more effective ways to lessen the number of wrinkles on your skin besides cutting out the cookies!
Renee Brunetti LD/N, ACSM
Nutrition Specialist
"If you don't take care of your body, where are you going to live?"
Renee Brunetti LD/N, ACSM
Nutrition Specialist
"If you don't take care of your body, where are you going to live?"
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