Anti-aging seems to be the catchword of the day. In the news and on broadcast media the celebrities and everyone else are asking, “How do I keep from aging?”

Before you think that you have to be shooting yourself up with all sorts of hormones, there are many steps that you can take to assist you in staying young. (Please note the positive orientation.)

1. Diet
   No amount of medication will replace the benefit of a good food plan. Good fats, good proteins, and good carbohydrates are the keys. Notice the word “good.”
   Consider grains for a moment. When flour is refined, we lose 85% of the magnesium from the whole grain and 70% to 80% of the B vitamins. I mention these as examples of the nutrients that are lost. That is why nutrition experts speak about the importance of whole grains. These are good carbs (assuming you tolerate grains).
   Other good carbs are found in vegetables and fruit. Vegetables should make up the bulk of your diet. The wider the variety and color the better. Fresh are best (in contrast to frozen or canned), and preferably lightly steamed.
   Good proteins include eggs, meats (if you eat them and tolerate them), poultry, fish, nuts and beans.
   Please notice: no white flour, no milk, no sugar, and no fried foods are listed here.
   Thus each meal should be some combination of vegetables, proteins, and fats. Change your image of breakfast as needing to consist of cereal and milk or coffee and a muffin. Eat a hearty breakfast to get your day going, and continue the above combinations for lunch, supper, and snacks.
2. Avoid toxins
   I am always amazed at how many people’s symptoms diminish or depart when they stop eating (or drinking) artificial sweeteners. We also often see improvements when people switch over to organic produce, wild fish, meat without preservatives or hormones or pesticides, free range poultry and eggs.
   This avoidance of pesticides, harsh cleaning agents, perfumes, petroleum byproducts (as much as is possible other than your transportation),and artificial sweeteners reduces a tremendous chemical toxin burden on your body, thus allowing it to function more efficiently and effectively.
   Thus use “green” cleaning agents, preventive pest control instead of spraying pesticides at the insect crawling across your floor, organic fruits and vegetables, organic meats and eggs and wild fish to reduce your exposure to pesticides, hormones, antibiotics, and heavy metals.
3. Supplements
   Because the soils have become so depleted, unless you are eating the most ideal diet and know that your gastro-intestinal tract is in perfect health (I have yet to meet this person), you need a multivitamin and mineral combination and a source of essential fatty acids, for the minimum. Many people also do better if they are taking an antioxidant combination.
   One of the most common deficiencies, for example, is magnesium. Some of the symptoms of this condition are irritability, restlessness, poor sleeping habits, fatigue, muscle spasms, headaches, and abdominal pain. Hmm, these symptoms certainly sound familiar. How many of the ads on TV for medications include these symptoms which are readily relieved by taking enough magnesium and other minerals and vitamins.
   To ensure you actually digest and absorb your food and supplements, most people over the age of 35 need digestive support in the form of hydrochloric acid tablets or capsules, digestive enzymes, or both.
4. Exercise
   Exercise is the cheapest, most effective remedy around for the greatest number of disorders. It assists in getting the nutrients into the cells and tissues, in the removal of the metabolic byproducts and toxins from the cells and tissues, results in improved energy production, and can assist sleep. What more could you ask for?
   Exercise to be invigorated, not to become exhausted.
   All it takes is moving.
5. Sleep
   Sleep is a nutrient – that is what all of the ancient medical traditions tell us. During sleep you recharge your body’s batteries. When we sleep is when we heal.
   Go to bed before midnight (preferably by 10), sleep in a dark room, do not turn on a light if you have to get up (use tinted night lights if you need to go to the rest room) and let yourself sleep. Studies show that people who get 8 to 9 hours per night function more efficiently, are happier, and are healthier.

Begin with these 5 steps, and you will find yourself staying younger longer.

In the next newsletter I will discuss hormones and aging.

Homeopathy is one of the most powerful healing tools available to us. It is safe for a novice to use who prefers not to employ harsh chemicals to address health issues. Used by an expert, the remedies literally can work miracles.

The beauty of homeopathy is that one can start simply. There are combination remedies available in most health food stores and even many regular drug stores now. If you try one combination and it works, great. If it does not help you, you have not hurt yourself in trying.

There are a number of books written for those who would like to learn the basics for using single remedies. For home use, I highly recommend

Everybody’s Guide to Homeopathic Medicines written by Stephen Cummings, MD and Dana Ullman, MPH. It is written in easy-to-understand language and describes how to prescribe for common acute situations. The book appropriately also advises when standard medical attention should be sought.

If you have not already begun using homeopathy, now is an excellent time to begin. You can obtain this book, and learn about many others available through Homeopathic Educational Services, www.homeopathic.com or call 510-649- 0294.

Cathie-Ann Lippman, M.D.
The Lippman Center for Optimal Health
291 S. La Cienega Blvd., Ste 207
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
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www.cathielippmanmd.com

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