Beauty at 60 Plus
Ageing is a process in which many changes take place in the body. The major change comes in the immune system. With ageing, the immune system becomes weak and therefore you fall prey to a number of diseases. The body also goes backwards because of strong rays of the sun, the wind, cold, pollution, drugs, pesticides. All these work in a negative way on the skin making it dry, dull, wrinkled. Besides, the veins and arteries ,begin to harden making your limbs stiff.Wrong eating habits, lack of exercise, obesity and uncontrolled mind speed up the ageing process. At 60 plus it is a known fact that almost 80 percent of the people suffer from malnutrition. There are many causes which contribute to malnutrition. Loneliness in old age is one such cause when one is left to himself and finds meal times tedious and boring. The appetite becomes dull and eating good food lessens. Loss of teeth is another cause when eating becomes difficult.
The foods you eat must be rich in foods row foods, whole grain cereals, pulses and seeds and should be moderate in proteins. You must take supplements of calcium and Vitamins A, B, C, D & E and minerals like phosphorus and iodine besides of course calcium. These not only prolong youth but also strengthen the immune system and give you zest for life. Eat plenty of curds and you can also eat lean meat, lean fish, eat plenty of fresh ?green and yellow vegetables and drink milk and plenty of water. Fresh pineapple eaten once a week on an empty stomach improves the skin. Papaya eaten on empty stomach improves the digestion.At this age the skin turns very dry therefore daily mix a little butter with half quantity of olive oil and gently massage into the skin one hour before taking bath. Always apply moisturizer twice or thrice a day. Every night massage vaseline into the face. Leave on for 20 minutes, then wipe off gently with a tissue paper.
At this age you must try to keep very clean. Many people as they age, they stop looking after
their body cleanliness and generally go about unkept and shabbily dressed. But this is the age to look your best, otherwise you will feel most unwanted. Have a real bath daily otherwise you will feel most unwanted. Take a rough towel, lather it nicely with soap and massage it nicely over your whole body. Take bath and apply a perfumed oil in a thin layer over your body, go under the shower for 1 minutes. Wipe yourself dry. Now get into clean and well-ironed clothes.Teeth should be kept in a very good condition. Brush them twice a day. After you have brushed then clean with a piece of gauze wrapped around your finger to keep them clean and bright.
Your nails should be clean and well shaped. Many older people develop cracks on their feet. Keep them clean by using plenty of soap and pumice stone over them. Finish off with a little oil or vaseline.
Keep the make up as natural as possible. Apply moisturizer and light touch of blush on the cheeks. Use soft shade of lipstick and nail polish but when you go out in the evenings
you can apply a bit darker shades.Keep your hair short and if you do not like cutting them make a plain bun or a simple plait. For special evening you can add a touch of glamour to your hair by putting in a single rose or a gajra.
Walk, dance or swim 3-5 times a week for half an hour.
Practice meditation visualizing an image of yourself feeling healthy, happy and active after 60; the difficulties of failing health are faced by the majority of women but be creative and full of love, understanding and hope. Try to make friends, take active interest in life. Be good, spread goodness. Every day believe in this positive prayer "I am healthy and I will remain healthy and happy all my life".
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