Facial Masks 101

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Facial mask 101

Masks are a great way to pamper your skin and give yourself some TLC.  

There are many types of masks and they serve different purposes.  Some masks can be used daily, where as some can be used a few times a week.  Choose the mask according to your skin’s needs, which also change with the seasons and what your skin has been exposed to. I personally have a variety of masks handy and depending on my skin at the time, I choose the mask that is best for it.

There are several types of facial masks that are commonly used for skincare purposes. Here are some of the most popular ones:

Clay masks: These masks are made from natural clay and are ideal for oily or acne-prone skin. They help to absorb excess oil and impurities from the skin, leaving it feeling clean and refreshed.

For more information for this clay mask
Sheet masks: These are pre-cut face-shaped sheets soaked in serum or other skin nourishing ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, or aloe vera. They are an easy and convenient way to deliver concentrated ingredients to the skin.

For more information for the sheet mask

Cream masks: These masks are formulated with a thick, creamy consistency and are ideal for dry or mature skin. They help to hydrate and plump up the skin, leaving it feeling soft and smooth.

For more info on the Creamy Mask

Gel masks: These masks are made with a gel-like consistency and are ideal for all skin types, particularly those with sensitive or irritated skin. They help to soothe and calm the skin while also providing hydration. 

for more info on the rejuvenating gel mask

Charcoal masks: These masks are made from activated charcoal and are ideal for oily or acne-prone skin. They help to absorb excess oil and impurities from the skin, leaving it feeling clean and refreshed.

For more info on the charcoal mask

Facial masks can be beneficial for the skin in several ways, depending on the specific ingredients used in the mask. Here are some of the  benefits:

1. Deep cleansing: Masks can help to deep cleanse the skin by removing impurities such as dirt, oil, and dead skin cells, which could clog pores. They can also remove dead skin cells, leaving the skin looking brighter and smoother.

For more information for this clay mask

2. Hydration: Certain masks, such as those containing ingredients like hyaluronic acid or aloe vera, can help to hydrate and plump up the skin. These are especially beneficial for those with dry or dehydrated skin. Hydrated skin is less prone to wrinkles and fine lines, and looks more youthful and plump.

for more info on the hydrating sleep mask

3. Exfoliation: Masks containing exfoliating ingredients like alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) or enzymes can help to slough off dead skin cells, leaving the skin smoother and more radiant.

for more information on the chemical peel

4. Detoxification: Some masks contain ingredients like charcoal or clay that can help to draw out impurities and toxins from the skin.

For more information on the detox mask

5. Anti-aging: Masks containing antioxidants or collagen-boosting ingredients can help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

For more info on the collagen lip mask

6. Improved Circulation: Applying a facial mask can improve circulation to the skin, which can bring nutrients and oxygen to the cells. This can help to promote cell regeneration and repair, leading to a healthier and more youthful complexion.

For more info on the power mask

7. Relaxation: Applying a facial mask can be a relaxing and enjoyable experience. Taking time out to pamper yourself can help to reduce stress levels, which can have a positive impact on the skin and overall health.

for info on the instant facelift mask

It’s important to note that not all facial masks are created equal, and different skin types may benefit from different types of masks. It’s also important to follow the instructions for use carefully, and to avoid leaving a mask on for longer than recommended, as this can cause irritation or other negative effects.

Overall, facial masks can be a valuable addition to a skincare routine, helping to address a variety of skin concerns and promote a healthy, glowing complexion.

The frequency with which you should use facial masks depends on your skin type, the type of mask you’re using, and the specific needs of your skin. As a general guideline:

1. For oily or acne-prone skin: You may benefit from using a clay or charcoal mask once or twice a week to help control excess oil and reduce breakouts.

For more information on the mud mask

2. For dry or dehydrated skin: You may benefit from using a hydrating mask once or twice a week to help restore moisture and improve skin texture.

For more info on the power mask

3. For sensitive skin: You should use a gentle, fragrance-free mask no more than once a week to avoid irritating your skin

For more information on the hydrating mask

4. For mature skin: You may benefit from using a mask with anti-aging ingredients, such as vitamin C or retinol, once or twice a week to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

for info on the instant facelift mask

It’s important to remember that overusing masks can lead to dryness, irritation, and other skin issues. Always follow the instructions on the packaging, and pay attention to how your skin responds. If you notice any signs of irritation or discomfort, reduce the frequency of mask use or switch to a gentler formula.

You are worth it, treat yourself to a couple of mask treatments a week. Self-care is so important to your body, mind and soul.

Put on your sunscreen!

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Being in Jamaica inspired me to write this article about the importance of sun protection.  At the resort, I see so many people red as a lobster walking around.  People don’t realize how damaging the sun is to the skin, our largest organ.  I didn’t know the harm the sun has on our skin until I was in my 30’s.  It was a shock to me when I looked at my photo album, yes photo album ( some of you know what I am talking about) and saw how flawless my skin was in my younger years.  I didn’t know to take care of my skin when i was young and just took it for granted.  People would ask me why i have so many spots on my face, especially been asian, it is unusual to have freckles.  I would always answer that i have freckles.  But without realizing, my freckles got bigger and darker and there was more than just freckles, I had bad sun damage!!!  I used to go out golfing, hiking, and to the beach without any sun protection!!!  Crazy!  Now, I use a moisturizer with sunscreen during the day and if I know I will be out in the sun for a prolong period of time, I use the Nuskin Sunright products for the added protection.

The #1 cause of wrinkles is sun damage! Whether through natural sunshine or artificial tanning beds, research shows that exposure to UV light has a cumulative effect that can increase wrinkles, compromise the immune system, and increase your risk for cancer. If you can recall someone who you know is a sun worshipper or works in the sun all the time, don’t they look older than the average person their age?  Sun protection is not a choice anymore, it’s vital!  It allows us to still enjoy the outdoors without premature aging skin. This video explains how the sun sees our skin.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o9BqrSAHbTc

There are basically 3 types of radiation from the sun, ultraviolet (UV) rays: UVA, UVB, UVC. The ozone layer will deflect the UVC from entering our atmosphere.  UVA is the radiation that causes aging. UVB is the radiation that causes sunburn.

UVB rays are shorter, more powerful rays that affect the epidermis (outer layer of skin) and are responsible for the sunburns we feel when our skin is unprotected. UVB rays tend to be more intense at higher altitudes and during summer months. Research shows repeated exposure to UVB rays can affect the immune system and lead to basal cell skin cancer, squamous cell carcinoma, and malignant melanoma, the most deadly form of skin cancer.
UVA rays, though longer than and not as powerful as UVB rays, are believed to penetrate more deeply into the skin, causing damage to collagen and cells that are in the dermis. Although some people might believe that tanning beds are a safer method of tanning, UVA rays are more prevalent and stronger in tanning beds than in natural sunlight. UVA rays cause skin tanning, age spots, and wrinkling of the skin, as well as contribute to the development of skin cancer.

Although direct sun exposure can cause irreparable damage, your skin is also exposed to UVA and UVB rays at home and at work on a daily basis. UVA rays can actually pass through windows in your home and cars. Both UVA and UVB rays can reflect off of sand, water, and pavement, exposing you to UV radiation even in the shade. In addition, some indoor office lightbulbs emit UVA and UVB rays, though at much lower levels than sunlight. Also, just because it is a cloudy day doesn’t mean you don’t need sun protection because the UVA/B still penetrate through the clouds. The effects of such chronic exposure can be minimized with makeup and moisturizers that contain sunscreens.

The skin, while extremely effective at protecting the body from disease and invaders, is delicate enough to be damaged by the accumulation of daily UV exposure that we receive over a lifetime. When we are exposed to UVA and UVB radiation, whether from the sun or elsewhere, the body’s defense mechanism attempts to protect the skin by triggering the production of pigment. Melanocytes, which are in the lower level of the skin, produce a pigment called melanin. Melanin granules collect together in little packages as melanosomes, which then migrate to the skin’s surface as skin cells go through their natural process of sloughing off. This visible tan is evidence of skin damage. If you get sunburned, the UVB rays have penetrated the top layer of the skin, causing cellular damage. Sunburns, visible by redness, indicate that the body has increased blood flow to capillaries in order to try to repair the damage.

Sunscreens are products that contain ingredients that either physically deflect UV rays away from the skin or chemically absorb UV rays. Physical sunscreens usually contain zinc oxide or titanium oxide in tiny particles that can deflect UV rays. For people with sensitive skin, physical sunscreens can be less irritating. Organic sunscreens contain chemicals (i.e., benzophenones, cinnamates) with molecules that absorb UV rays and convert the energy to heat, which protects the cells in the skin.

Zinc oxide (micronized): A broad spectrum physical sunscreen that effectively blocks both UVA and UVB rays while helping control excess oil and shine. Micronization of the zinc reduces the white film usually associated with physical sunblocks.Parsol® 1789: A chemical ingredient that offers broad protection against UVA rays.Benzophenone-3: A chemical sunscreen agent that provides protection against UVA and UVB radiation.

Octyl methoxycinnamate or ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate: A chemical sunscreen that helps to prevent sun damage by absorbing harmful UVB radiation.

Octyl salicylate: A chemical molecule that helps to absorb UVB rays.

Sunscreens include a Sun Protection Factor (SPF), which describes the amount of protection a sunscreen provides from the UVB rays that cause sunburn. For example, if you would normally burn in the sun in 10 minutes, a sunscreen with SPF 15 allows you to be in the sun 15 times longer or, in other words, for 150 minutes without being burned. Most sunscreens are listed as SPF 15, SPF 30, or SPF 30+. Unfortunately, using SPF 30 or SPF 30+ does not necessarily double your protection from using an SPF 15.  Sunscreen agents or products cannot protect from 100 percent of sunburn causing rays. While SPF 50 protects against approximately 97 percent of sunburn causing rays, an SPF 100 protects against only a slightly higher 98.5 percent. As the SPF gets higher, the difference in sun protection becomes more negligible.  Some studies show that SPF can lead people to stay in the sun longer with a false sense of security, forgetting that UVA rays may also be damaging their skin. In addition, people often neglect to apply enough sunscreen to have adequate protection.

Recent studies show that sun damage to skin does not necessarily has to be direct contact with sun. If you are prone to sun damage, especially with melasma, you may not want to use chemical sun screen. Because people have different skin types and different levels of UV exposure, it is impossible to prescribe one kind of regimen to everyone, but most dermatologists will tell you that no sun exposure is good for you. Properly applying sunscreen and protecting your skin will keep you looking younger for longer.

Commonly asked questions about sunscreens:

 WHAT IS THE PROPER APPLICATION OF SUNSCREEN?

The two-finger rule is a great way to make sure you apply the correct amount of sunscreen. Squeeze sunscreen the length of your middle and index finger—two fingers of sunscreen. You should apply a full two-finger amount to each of the following areas:head, neck, face, left arm, right arm, upper back, lower back, upper front torso, lower front torso, right and left upper leg, and right and left lower leg. For best coverage, apply 15 minutes prior to sun exposure. This ensures that you are properly covered.

WHEN SHOULD I APPLY SUNSCREEN?

Initially apply your sunscreen to dry skin approximately 15 minutes before going outside. If you are going to be in the sun for longer periods of time, you need to reapply your sunscreen at least every two hours, or at least every 80 minutes during water play.IS IT IMPORTANT TO ALWAYS

RE APPLY SUNSCREEN?

The first application of the day is the most important and it is crucial to take the time to do it properly. Many things can affect the need to reapply sunscreen. Excessive perspiring, toweling off, and swimming all hamper the ability for sunscreen to remain on the skin and make reapplication important. Reapply sunscreen after 80 minutes of swimming or perspiring, immediately.

IF I AM USING A DAILY MOISTURIZER WITH SPF FROM MY CORE SYSTEM, DO I STILL NEED TO USE A SUNSCREEN?

The moisturizers with SPF found in your systems were developed for incidental sun exposure. They provide adequate coverage for commuting and running errands throughout the day. For prolonged sun exposure, you should use a recreational sunscreen—like Sunright—to ensure adequate protection from UV radiation.

The Benefits of Hiking

Posted Posted in Ageless Health, Ageless Living, Ageless Mind

Why do you love to hike so much? I get asked that question lots. The short answer – there are so many benefits to hiking. It is great for my body, spirit, mind, relationships and soul.

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It is obvious, hiking is great for our physical health. It gets the heart beating, muscles burning and more oxygen into our body. Because we are walking in nature, it doesn’t feel like we are exercising – to me, it is more enjoyable than going to the gym. Hiking will tend to burn more calories because we are out longer; it is easy to hike for hours at a time. So I am getting exercise without feeling like I am exercising. It keeps me physically fit.

McGillvary Canyon

Hiking is effective for fighting against depression – it keeps us calm and happy because nature has a calming effect. Studies have found that people who spend time walking in nature are less anxious. Being in nature promotes a sense of awe – a state of wonder. It makes me feel like there is something bigger than myself because I am so small in this big big world. This feeling allows me to really learn to surrender to what is and let go of things that are out of my control.

If you want to be smarter, go hiking. We don’t usually correlate hiking to intelligence, but it is connected. Hiking actually keeps my mind sharper than many other exercises. When hiking, we are constantly route finding, and watching for obstacles like overhanging branches, roots and rocks on the path when we are hiking. We are constantly making micro and macro adjustments, which is great exercise for the brain, especially parts of the brain designed to help us navigate through life. So if you want to be smarter and stay sharp, go hiking.

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When we hike, we build relationship with yourself and others. Hiking with other people can produce a special feeling of closeness and a sense of safety. In the short 1.5 years that I have been hiking with the ladies that I hike with on a regular basis, we have obtained a very special relationship- I feel I can trust them completely. There is a mother/daughter study which proves this. The study had these mothers and daughters walk in an arboretum compared to walking the mall, shows that they have better attention during cognitive task and show improved interaction with each other. Now, if you choose to hike solo, you build a stronger relationship with yourself. When we are in nature with your own thoughts, you get to know ourselves even more. I love doing solo hikes for that very reason. Nature heals.

Prairie View

Being in nature also increases our creativity. It allows our mind to wander freely in creative ways. I believe that is why so many philosophers and artists find inspirations in natural spaces. When the mind is not distracted by the hustle and bustle of life – electronics, and all the noises around us- the mind can relax so creativity can flow easily. In a study done by David Strayer and colleagues that tested a group of young adults before and after a 3 day backcountry camping found that their problem solving and creative thinking increased after the activity. When our mind is quiet, ideas flow freely.

Hiking is also better for the environment! When we have a personal connection with nature, we tend to protect it. We all need as many people to protect Mother Earth as possible for our future generations to enjoy.

Midnight Peak

I hike for many reasons, the biggest one is that I get to practice being present. In this busy world we live in, I find that when I hike, I get to practice being present. Your mind can’t wander because it needs to focus on staying safe, on taking the next step without tripping on roots or rocks; being in the moment. I find that I am even more present when I am scrambling because any misstep can be deadly. Maybe that’s the reason why people like rock climbing. It is just the very step that is most important. The more we practice being present, the better we can apply it to our every day life. If we can live life being in the moment, life is so much more effortless and carefree. And not to forget, the views are breathtaking! With all these reasons, I encourage everyone to go hiking.

You are not listening to me!

Posted Posted in Ageless Mind

You are not listening to me!

What do you mean? I AM listening to you!

Does that sound familiar?  Many of us think we are good listeners, but few of us actually are. Listening to the words the other person is saying is not the same as hearing someone.  Sometimes we are not even hearing the words because we are so busy arguing aloud or in our mind what they are saying.  When we truly hear someone, we are listening with our heart – it is compassionate listening.

There are three ways to listen that I learned from PSI seminars that is very powerful for effective communications.

AGREE WITH listening is listening for points that we agree with.  We are only hear part of the what is being said, what we agree with it, and what we approve of what with what is being said.

DISGREE WITH listening is listen for points that we disagree with so we can come up with an argument against it.  We again are only hear part of what is being said.  We are really not listening because in our head, we are already coming up with points to counter what is being said.

With the first two ways of listening, no new information is getting in and no new connections are being made.  We are hearing with our filters, therefore judging what the other person is saying based on what we believe is true.  When listening this way, we are not truly hearing the other person.

The third way if listen is the most effective way of listening for connection.  It is the BE WITH listening. We are 100% present.  We don’t judge what is being said.  Listening this way strengthens the connection with the person we are listening to because we are listening to understand.  They feel they are being heard.

When we listen with compassion, we listen with our heart, we listen from love.  When we listen with our heart, we hear not only the words they are saying, what they really are trying to say.  We are listening for the meaning behind what they are saying. We connect with that person’s soul.  We are listening to their soul speaking to us.  It is beyond words.

With that said, do you have love ears?

5 Benefits of Exercise

Posted Posted in Ageless Health, Ageless Living

I was compelled to write this article about what I believe to be the top 5 benefits of exercising and proper eating habits. I am not an expert in anyway, but I hope this will be a helpful guide to inspire you to take action to incorporate physical activities in your daily life.

There are ample scientific studies proving that daily exercise keeps you healthy and strong and improves the overall quality of your life. Exercise also elevates your brain’s secretion of serotonin. Healthy levels of serotonin achieved through regular exercise can make you feel happier and more relaxed – acting as a natural combatant against depression and anxiety. If you pair regular exercise with a well-balanced diet, you’ll notice immediate changes in mood and energy levels. More importantly, consistently eating well and exercising will improve your health and extend your lifespan.

Benefits of exercise

Energy

If you eat healthy, small snacks and meals throughout the day, you’ll keep your blood sugar from crashing and feel more energetic. If you work out for 30 minutes each day, you’ll have the added benefit of a neurotransmitter called serotonin, which is a natural mood booster. Your energy level will continue throughout the day.

Weight Control

Losing weight and keeping it off takes a combination of eating fewer calories and burning more energy. Eat nutrient-dense, low-calorie foods such as fruits, vegetables and lean meats and other proteins that will fill you up. Integrate physical activity into your everyday routine in addition to scheduled exercise. For instance, take the stairs at work or park at the far end of the lot. Be mindful that managing your weight is not just about how much you weigh on the scale, but your body fat percentage and muscle mass, and your body shape. On average, you will lose about 5-10% muscle mass every decade after age 35 if you lead a sedentary lifestyle. As a result, you will gain more weight as you grow older. Of course weight control also is important to those who wish to gain weight, I will cover that topic in another article.

Health

Regular exercise and good nutrition may prevent a myriad of conditions including heart disease, hypertension, stroke, Type 2 diabetes, arthritis, osteoporosis and depression. It prevents osteoarthritis by reducing weight and stress on the joints, strengthening of bones and joints and prevention of osteoporosis, decreasing the risk of falls by maintaining flexibility and balance and improvement in functional activities required in the activities of daily living. Exercising results in good circulation which improves endurance, helping you get through your daily routine efficiently.

Self-Esteem

There is nothing like running farther or improving your physique to boost your self-esteem. Looking great with your clothes on and off is also a great confidence booster. Take time to enjoy your new healthy lifestyle. Keep fitness fun and interesting by trying something new – go for a hike, take a martial arts course or register for a 5K run.

Sleep

If you exercise vigorously for 30 minutes a day, you may find yourself sleeping like a baby at night. A good night’s rest will improve your mental acuity and energy levels the next day. The National Sleep Foundation recommends that adults get seven to nine hours of sleep per night for optimal mental health. The brain needs this time to perform the necessary function of memory consolidation from your day. Sleep also affects hormone production, hormones that stimulate and suppress appetite. Stay active so you can sleep soundly.

Like the law of inertia, a body motion stays in motion. If you want to be mobile longer and be healthier, you need to keep your body moving. Being active is a lifestyle that will support you to live healthier, longer. Have fun and keep moving.

 

Why feed yourself

Posted Posted in Ageless Health

Poor nutrition occurs when a person’s diet and/or dietary supplements fail to provide the nutrients necessary for health, growth and normal body function. Many people who take over the counter dietary supplements believe they have enough nutrients, but often do not.  Poor nutrition can affect every system in the body, depending upon the cause of the poor nutrition. In mild to moderate cases, no symptoms or signs may be evident; however, as the condition persists, the signs and symptoms will become more pronounced.

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Vitamin deficiency syndromes such as rickets, scurvy, and beriberi are uncommon in industrialized countries. However nutrient intakes above deficiency levels, but below optimal intakes do not allow for perfect health. Most people do not consume optimal nutrient levels through their diet alone.

The human body relies on healthy fats, proteins and carbohydrates for optimal functioning, growth and healing.  Because these things are becoming increasingly rare in the everyday food supply, good nutrition depends on adhering to distinct guidelines in your long-term food buying habits. A regular diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids from avocados and coconuts, protein from grass-fed beef and fiber from organic vegetables not only fuels the body for for daily activity, but also it fuels the brain. Daily intake of essential fatty acids averts long-term problems with depression, anxiety, moods swings and hyperactivity.  The consumption of vitamin B-12 from protein helps to avoid memory loss and brain shrinkage.

Eating a proper, nutritious diet offers numerous health benefits that keep you mentally and physically well. Proper nutrition doesn’t mean starving yourself, but instead means eating a diet balanced in lean proteins, fruit and vegetable, carbs and fats.  MayoClinic.com recommends getting between 45 and 65 percent of your daily calories from carbohydrates, between 10 and 35 percent of daily calories from protein and between 20 and 35 percent of daily calories from fats. Whole food is lower in calories than eating processed food.  For example, eating a burger alone is equivalent to eating a complete meal of vegetables,  chicken breast and brown rice in calories.

According to Health Canada,  it is recommended that we eat 8-10 servings of fruit and vegetables.  A medium fruit or a half cup of vegetables is a serving.  Eat dark fruits and vegetables such as kale, spinach, broccoli, , blueberries, raspberries,  cherries, etc.  Rule of thumb is to eat the colour of the rainbow to get all the nutrients and anti-oxidant. 

To achieve optimal health, it is important to eat a healthy balance meal of whole food.  Because of the low nutritional value of food now a days, it is important to fill the gap with a multi-vitamin.  I personally like to use Lifepak Nano for a comprehensive nutritional  wellness program delivering optimal amounts of essential and semi-essential micro-and macro-nutrients typically lacking in diets, for the support of all body systems and organs for long term health and wellness.

When you intake optimal nutrients, you will experience the following benefits.

  1. Have beautiful healthy radiant skin
  2. Increased energy level
  3. Sleep better
  4. Slow down aging process
  5. Be at a healthy weight
  6. Have a healthy immune system
  7. Be taller from stronger bones and muscle
  8. Be smarter
  9. Have a faster reaction time physically and mentally
  10. Have healthy shiny hair and strong nails

It is interesting that some people take better care of their car than they do their own bodies.  Our body is meant to last in to the hundreds of years provided that we feed it properly.

My solution to live younger, longer!

Posted Posted in Ageless Beauty, Ageless Health

OMG! I have never had any supplement that had such an impact on me so quickly!  I was blessed to get my hands on a bottle of ageLOC Y-Span (ageLOC Y-Span is coming to North America on November 12). I could not believe how quickly I could feel and see the difference.  I am a relatively healthy person; I exercise minimally 3 times a week, eat healthy and have a clean bill of health, except for my left knee which bothers me sometimes from all those kilometres I put into running.  After a week of taking the Yspan, I noticed that my knee pain was not there anymore!  I also have astigmatism, so it is very difficult to drive at night without glasses with all the glare from the lights.  Because I lost my glasses, I was surprised to notice that it wasn’t as difficult to drive a night as it was in the past. When I went to the optometrist, I was told my astigmatism was gone!!!  People around me are noticing that my pigmentation is fading and I look younger. I was devastated when I came back from Mexico, my sun damage was so bad that I even had pigmentation on my hands!  After using essential oils, it faded a bit.  Then after three weeks of using ageLOC Y-Span, the pigmentation on my hand was gone!  

Below are my before and after picture with my face and hands.

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The biggest impact for me is the ability to wake up at 5 am to mediate and read.  I’ve been wanting to do that for the past year, and was able to do it only twice because I can’t seem to get myself to bed early enough to get enough sleep so I can get up. Now, after taking ageLOC Y-Span, I am going to bed around midnight or 1 am, but I am able to get up at 5 am to meditate and read!!  It is incredible.  My energy level is so high!  Normally, I can handle 4-5 hours of sleep a night for a few nights in a row, but now I have been able to go without 8 hours sleep for nearly a month.  Now that I’ve been off the supplement for three weeks, because I only had a small supply, I can definitely feel the difference.  I am now struggling to get up at 5 am. My focus and concentration was not the same as when I was taking ageLOC Y-Span.

The new ageLOC Y-Span works on the systemic aging defense mechanism. It helps our body defend itself from the many aging aggressors.

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Ageloc Yspan works on so many areas of the human body to fight against the many aggressors that ages us.  It basically work on our whole system.

  1. It assists the  body in creating the nutrients it needs and antioxidant protection.
  1.   It resets the inflammatory balance.
  2.   It turns on the triggers for regenerating tissues.
  3.   It improves the metabolism.
  4.   It works on cellular stress response.
  5.   It improves DNA protection and repair

The main benefits of ageLOC Y-Span:
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It is incredible that this is accomplished by resetting the 1000 plus genes that controls the aging defense mechanism using all natural ingredients.  Even someone with the best diet can not consume all the ingredients or the amounts that are in ageLOC Y-Span.  The beautiful thing is that you don’t need to have ailments to take this product.  The younger you are when you take ageLOC Y-Span, the longer you will remain young!

I didn’t believe her!

My friend, Oanh had an amazing experience. She was having intense leg pain from walking too much in her high heels for the past few days. It was so serious that she could no longer walk and she felt like her legs would collapse under her body.  Someone gave her a couple of ageLOC Y-Span and within hours, she was feeling great and pain was gone!  She then went shopping, dancing and karaoking until early morning.  I actually didn’t believe her when she told me.  I told her that it can’t work that quickly!! Boy, was she upset with me!

Then one of my other friends, Bich, had results made me believe Oanh.  She had really bad pain from her shoulder to her fingers for about 3 days.  She could not even write or drive with her right hand.  After taking the ageLOC Y-Span in the evening and then the next morning, by the afternoon, she was able use her right hand to write and her pain was significantly reduced!!!  Even I, who had quite an impactful product experience had a hard time believing these results.  I can imagine what the response would be like for people with no experience on the products. ageLOC Y-Span has been available outside of North America for several months and we have been hearing of some really spectacular results.

COPD

Kim’s mom was suffering from COPD and after taking ageLOC Y-Span for one month, she increased her lung capacity by 70% when being tested by the spirometer.

Heart

After taking ageLOC Y-Span for one month, Ed was able to reduce one of his heart medication.

Knee pain

Shawn suffered from two years of intense knee pain.  After 2 weeks on ageLOC Y-Span, his knee pain was significantly reduced.  

Heavy metal

Bill has gone to see nine specialists regarding his painful swollen legs with suspicion of heavy metal or pesticide infection.  He was reduced to sitting in his recliner for about three months.  His CRP (liver and kidney enzymes) were at 298 when normal should be 2.  After of two days of taking ageLOC Y-Span, he was 50% better.  After two months on ageLOC Y-Span, his CRP was back to two again!!!

Eye healthy

Carl had an accident on the trampoline which caused her right eye to be legally blind.  After taking ageLOC Y-Span, she was able to read with her right eye again!

Frozen Shoulders

Jenny’s dad has had frozen shoulders for many years and is very lethargic because of diabetes. After taking the ageLOC Y-Span for a day, he had almost full mobility and had so much energy that he walked 20 minutes to the grocery store and came home with bags of groceries!  

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These are just some of the many testimonials. These results are individual based and not everyone will experience these particular results.

ageLOC Y-Span, Nu Skin’s most advanced anti-aging supplement, has received certification from NSF International. NSF International, an independent global organization with more than 70 years of protecting and improving public health, developed the only accredited American National Standard for dietary supplements (NSF/ANSI). This strict standard establishes requirements for the quality and purity of ingredients in dietary and nutritional supplements.


“The NSF International Certification represents the gold standard in the nutritional industry, providing consumers assurance as to the accuracy and purity of nutritional supplements,” said Dr. Joseph Chang, Chief Scientific Officer of Nu Skin. “This is in addition to our own rigorous, internal 6S Quality Process that looks at our development and manufacturing processes to maintain a high standard of quality, efficacy, and safety controls through each and every stage.”

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This means what is on the label is what is inside the capsule, no more no less!

I am so excited for this incredible product ageLOC Y-Span to debut November 12.  This product will change the way people will age.  This means ageLOC Y-Span will contribute to my dream of living to the one and a half century mark. Woohoo!!!

I am Canadian and I was a refugee

Posted Posted in Ageless Mind

I am Canadian and I was a refugee


The situation with the Syrians is bringing me back to memory lane.  Our family was one the refugees called the “boat people” fleeing Vietnam.  We were Chinese living in Vietnam and because of the war between China and Vietnam, we were persecuted.  We left our homes with nothing but the clothes on our back and a little bit of gold.  We didn’t know what to do but to go home to China, I mean, we are Chinese.  

We didn’t really belong in China either, but we were grateful that they took us in.  The Chinese government  put us in a communal farm.  Our family of 5 were housed in a little 300 square foot compound.   My mom was assigned to teach in the communal farm school and my dad was assigned to work in the tea farm.  Life was extremely difficult and my father’s work was extremely hard.  My parents were paid a total of $30 per month, but it costed $1.5 to buy a pound of pork.  It was a treat to have meat for dinner.  My parents knew that they didn’t want this to be our life, and they needed to find a solution.

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Figure 1. My youngest brother, Steven, Dad and I standing in front of our compound at the communal farm in China.

 

My parents learned  that people were leaving Vietnam by boat and going to a Hong Kong refugee camp so that they could have an opportunity to create a better life for their  families  and we could have freedom!  My parents held on to the possibility that we could leave mainland China and go to Hong Kong for greater freedom (Hong Kong was not yet part of China). So they  gathered all the gold they had and bought us a ticket on the boat to freedom. We left our Chinese communal farm in the middle of the night with the hope that by morning, it would be too late for the officials to stop us.  I remember walking in the dark through long grass that was taller than me.  I was so scared. I had to run to keep up with my parents and the group of other people with us.    My parents carried my two younger brothers,Trevor and Steven, then 5 and 2 years old.  I was told by my parents that I needed to keep up or I will be left behind. I was so terrified of being left behind that even today if someone says anything like that to me, it triggers huge fear and anxiety in me.  

 

We walked through the night and arrived in Ping Sai, a small town by the sea.  We had to hide in a dilapidated old house so the authorities couldn’t see us.  When night fell, we walked to the shore to catch our boat to freedom.  To our horror, the little fishing boat was not seaworthy. Because we had given them all of our savings we had no choice but to go on the boat.  We ended up in a Chinese jail instead – because the water patrol spotted us.  I have always been grateful for that jail because we would of died in the sea if we had not been caught. (When we see the Syrians taking such dreadful chances in useless boats – we understand the choice and the terror.)    

To mark Refugee Week a group of Vietnamese boat people who arrived in Australia in the early 1980s are exhibiting photos from the camp where they spent many years. Copy Photo. 18th June 2013.

Figure 2. A typical boat stacked with refugees.

 

We spent only one night in jail and then we were sent back to our exhausting communal farm. Our savings were all gone but my parents didn’t give up on their dream of freedom and a better life for our family.   They saved all that they could, borrowed from whomever they could and sent me to the market with our neighbours to sell anything we had to raise enough money to buy a spot in another boat for our family.  When given no option, we somehow do what we need to do. Now,  I can’t imagine being only 7 years old and going to the market by myself to sell things.  I am so grateful that we live in Canada and my children will never need to go through living from hand to mouth.

 

The planned seven hour boat ride that we purchased became a seven day ordeal.  We were attacked by pirates who took all of the little we had left.  We encountered a storm and were shipwrecked.  Because of the storm, the sea was extremely rough and we could not get close to the shore. I remember being thrown into the water where my dad was supposedly ready to catch me, but he was busy saving another child and I almost drowned. (I remember going swimming when I was a new Canadian and we were going down the slide. When when I went into the water I had flashback of that memory… and thought I was drowning again!.)  When we finally got to dry land, we had no food.  We didn’t budget for the journey to be that long!  On shore, we had to scrounge for seaweed and my mom had to beg the other people to spare us a little bit of rice. I remember licking berries for the salt from the sea water.  

 

We ended up stranded on that island for a week before the storm calmed and we were able to continue our journey. Unfortunately the boat had taken a beating from the storm.  There were holes in the boat and I remember people taking whatever blankets and other materials we we could find and stuffing the holes.  The adult men bailed water.  We were piled on top of each other because we had more than 174 people on our poor fishing boat.  People were throwing up everywhere, the crush was horrid and every square inch was packed with people.  We were like sardines! We could only sit-up because there was not enough room to lay down.  You cannot imagine what it smelled like?  I remember being both wet and cold from the rain thrashing at us from the storm.  

 

img_9769Figure 3. This photo of refugee packed like sardines, is a reasonable facsimile of our situation, although our boat was smaller. Nobody on our boat had a camera.

 

We were at sea in very rough water and could see many dead bodies floating around us and we knew that our boat was falling apart and would surely sink. At that terrifying moment a friend of my parents, Gai Lau (he now lives in Switzerland) who was a very strong swimmer, volunteered to swim for help. It is a blessing that he found a couple of fishermen and negotiated a deal for them to tow us close to patrolled water.  We ended up in Macau. When asked where we were going, we told them Hong Kong.  They saw that our boat wasn’t doing well and towed us to shore so they can pump water out of the boat for us to continue our journey.  As they were pumping water, our boat sank!

img_9770Figure 4. Capsizing boats like this were common sights in the sea.

 

We ended up staying in a refugee camp.  As it turned out we were extremely lucky that we were in the Macau refugee camp instead of Hong Kong.  We had a relatively decent camp life.  In Hong Kong, the refugees were treated worse than prisoners.  There were so many people in our Macau camp!  There were rows and rows of warehouses with rows and rows of bunks lined up inside.  Our family was assigned to a bunk which was the size of a king size bed. We were in the lower bunk.  We ate and slept and stored all our meager  belongings in the bunk.  We were lucky that we could do some piece work for the local silk flower factory.  We would earn $2 a day assembling the silk flowers.  We were one of the lucky ones and only had to stayed in the refugee camp for nine months (September 1979 to May 1980).  

fullsizerender-6Figure 5. Firecrackers being lit to celebrate Chinese New Year at the refugee camp in Macau.

 

fullsizerender-3Figure 6. This is a group picture of our friends and family at the gate of the Macau refugee camp. We came on the same boat with my aunt Willow and her family. At the refugee camp, we found  some of my parents cousins.

fullsizerender-5Figure 7. Sporting our new clothes on Chinese New Year on our bunk in the refugee camp. All our belongs were stored on the bunk. My cousin Phong is beside me on the left, then to my right is my cousin Cam, my brother Trevor, a cousin whose name I forget and my brother Steven.

While in Macau we learned that my uncle had ended up in Calgary from the Hong Kong refugee camp. So we chose to go to Calgary.  We are so grateful that five people (an anonymous sponsor, Dr. & Mrs. James Hunt and Gary & Audrey Farber) sponsored us to Canada.  We had never met them before, they only knew us from a photograph that the government took of us.  Because of their very big hearts, they saved our family.  We are so blessed.  I know that God was looking after us.  Because of these kind hearted people, we had an opportunity for a better life.  They took us into their homes.  The community donated furniture, pots and pans to help settled us into our own place.  I am forever grateful for the support of total strangers.  They help us because it was the right thing to do, the humanitarian thing to do, not expecting anything in return.

 

fullsizerender-8Figure 8.  The first photography is our complete family with a new addition, my baby sister,  Linda,  born two months after we arrived in Calgary.  The second photo is with my little cousin who arrived to Calgary before us and my two brothers to the right.  All the furniture and clothes we had were generously donated by the community.

 

I am torn thinking about the Syrian refugees.  There is so much talk about the terrorist trying to come into our country.  Are we going to sacrifice so many families with a chance that there may be a terrorist amongst them?  They are victims, just like we were.  How can we leave them in those dehumanizing camps?  The Vietnamese “boat people” refugees are contributing citizens of this country.  My parents worked two jobs and were part of the labour force that built Calgary.  We never went on welfare. Now, my brothers, sister, cousins  and friends are all professionals or business owners contributing to our society.  We are all taxpayers, not a burden to society.  We volunteer in both local and global communities. We are part of the force that is building a great Canada.  

We can give the Syrian families a chance for a better life.  All people deserve to live a life of freedom from persecution!  They deserve to live a free life, just like you and I. Bringing them to Canada is the humanitarian thing to do.  There are two primary choices in life, to accept conditions as they exist, or accept the responsibility for changing them.  I choose to accept the responsibility to change them!  What do you choose?

Pigmentation- I wish I had acne instead of freckles

Posted Posted in Ageless Beauty

“I wished I had acne instead of freckles, at least acne will go away.”  I recalled a conversation I had with my friend when we were walking to school when I was 15 years old.  (Be Careful what you wish for…)  I don’t know how it happened, but I am a Chinese with freckles!  It is tough having freckles because Asians love beautiful flawless porcelain skin, and when they look at me, they can’t get past my freckles to see the real me.  I remembered a time when I went to Australia to see my cousin that I have not seen in over twenty years and the first thing he did was point to my face and exclaimed, “what happened to your face? ! You need plastic surgery!!!”  After the initial shock, I got over it.  I hated my freckles and I never understood when people with beautiful flawless skin say how cute my freckles are.  Human nature is funny that way, you always want what you don’t have.

I can see how little speckles of freckles can be cute, but my freckles became dark patches because I didn’t know to take care of my skin by using sunscreen.  I would go play in the sun without any sort of protection.  Now that I think about it, i was really stupid!  The sun is the worst enemy for pigmentation, second to hormones. I didn’t understand and didn’t realize the damage on my skin until a few years back.  Not only do I have freckles, when I was pregnant, i got the mask of pregnancy!!!  Oh yes, guess what, my wishes came through, I also got acne, but it didn’t replace my freckles! I also have to deal with acne scars!  That’s what led me to my research on pigmentation to have a better understanding and to start taking control of my skin again.

There are basically two types of skin pigmentations: hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation. Hyperpigmentation is where melanin production is elevated which leads to dark spots on the skin, like freckles and melasma.  Hypopigmentation is where the melanin production is lowered and patches of lighter skin appears, and it could affect large areas of the body or small patches.  This is also called vitiligo.

Melanin is important to have in the skin because it is a natural sun protection.  If you lack melanin, then you would be albino, which means you need to avoid exposure to the sun.  Various shades and colours of human skin are created by the brown pigment, melanin.  Fair-skinned people produce very little melanin, darker-skinned people produce moderate amounts, and very dark-skinned people produce the most. There is also decreased melanin production, which usually results from a previous injury to the skin, such as a blister, ulcer, burn, exposure to a chemical, or skin infection. Sometimes pigment loss results from an inflammatory condition of the skin or, in rare instances, is hereditary.

Melanocytes, specialized cells that is responsible to produce melanin, are interspersed among the other cells in the epidermis, the top layer of the skin.  After melanin is produced, it spreads into the other nearby skin cells.

There are a few factors which can cause the increased production of melanin production in our body.  The two major ones are sun exposure and hormones. When exposed to sunlight, melanocytes produce increased amounts of melanin, causing the skin to darken, or tan. In some fair-skinned people, certain melanocytes produce more melanin than others in response to sunlight. This uneven melanin production results in spots of pigmentation known as freckles. There is a tendency for freckle runs in families. My sons now has freckles.  Hormonal changes can also increase the amounts of melanin produced, which happens in Addison disease, in pregnancy, or with hormonal contraceptive use.  According to the Johns Hopkins Medicine, diseases such as hemochromatosis or hemosiderosis or some drugs and chemicals that are applied to the skin, swallowed, or injected can cause skin darkening. Drugs and chemicals that can cause skin darkening include amiodarone, hydroquinone, antimalarial drugs, tetracycline antibiotics, phenothiazines, and some cancer chemotherapy drugs, tricyclic antidepressants, and heavy metals. Hyperpigmentation can also develop after injuries or inflammation caused by disorders such as acne and lupus.

Not only do I have freckles, I also have melasma, a chronic skin disorder that results in symmetrical, blotchy, brownish facial pigmentation.  The cause of melasma is complex. The pigmentation is due to overproduction of melanin by the pigment cells, melanocytes, which is taken up by the keratinocytes (epidermal melanosis) and/or deposited in the dermis (dermal melanosis, melanophages). There is a genetic predisposition to melasma because my mom also has it.  Some of the triggers for it is sun exposure and damage, a very avoidable risk factor.  If you like being outside like me, then use sunscreen and reapply every 2 hours.  Pregnancy also trigger melasma for some women, though often it fades after a few months after delivery.  For my mom, it went away, I was the lucky one with chronic melasma .  

Now we understand the different types of pigmentation and what triggers it, let’s take a look at the physiology of skin pigmentation.  There is a three phase process on how pigmentation is formed – activation, synthesis, and expression. Activation phase is when various environmental and genetic factors trigger the activation of the melanocyte, signal molecules become active and bind to their receptors causing cells to initiate melanin synthesis.  Then we go into the synthesis phase. When the melanocyte is activated, the enzyme tyrosinase switches to its active form and converts amino acid tyrosine to a molecule called Dopa that is then converted into either dark melanin or light melanin.  This leads to the expression phase, when melanin granules are packaged into melanosome vesicles that migrate across and up the dendrites, finger like projections that extend up into the skin cells.  These melanin laden skin cells are brought to the surface and become visible through the expression of discolouration.

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From my understanding of pigmentation, I chose the Tri-phasic White as my core skin care system.  It systematically enhances the skin brightening process.  This scientific method works to minimize the activation, synthesis, and expression of discolouration on the skin’s surface.  Clinically proven, the key ingredient technologies featured in each product combine to create the most comprehensive skin brightening system available.  This is a four step skincare system.

Tri-phasic White Cleanser brighten your complexion every time you cleanse.  It helps inhibit the expression of discoloration on the surface of the skin.  Featuring creatinine, this pearlescent, moisturizing mousse cleanses and brightens skin for a fresh, glistening appearance.  This cleanser works to improve skin tone and texture while leaving skin feeling silky-soft.

Tri-phasic White Toner is used to calm the skin.  To enhance the skin brightening process, fairtrex and carnosine are the key ingredients in the toner.  Fairtrex targets the expression phase by working to gently shed existing pigment from the skin’s surface, while carnosine a powerful anti-oxidant, helps calm the skin and target the activation phase, helping to prevent new skin discoloration.  It is a non-acid cell renewal complex that can be effective in targeting discoloration, leaving skin with a luminous and even tone.  

Tri-phasic White Essence works on revealing a brilliant, translucent skin tone with Brightex.  This proprietary combination of ingredient works in multiple ways to illuminate the complexion by targeting the series of reactions in the synthesis phase.  Essential to the skin brightening, this  should be used as part of the daily regimen.

Tri-phasic White Day Milk Lotion moisturizes while helping target the daytime factors that can trigger discoloration activation. Featuring hexapeptide-2, which works to inhibit the activation os complexion-dimming discoloration from forming, and UVA/UVB sunscreen to help prevent ultraviolet rays – the most common cause of activation – from generating an uneven skin tone.

Tri-phasic White Night Cream is specially formulated with diacetyl boldine to help target the activation phase by working to inhibit stress receptors.  It blocks the activation of discoloration to reveal a more brilliant skin tone as you sleep.

 Tri-phaisc White System address all three discoloration phases
Individual products Activation Synthesis Expression
Cleanser Creatinine
Toner Carnosine Fairtrex
Essence Brightex
Day Milk Lotion Hexapeptide-2
Night Cream Diacetyl Boldine

 

On top of this, I also use essential oils to help me with my pigmentation.  From my vacation to Mexico recently,i got quite a bit of sun damage.  I still have not gotten into the habit of reapplying sunscreen every 2 hours when i am out in the sun.  Truthfully, I got a big scare when I saw how dark my pigmentations were, i almost cried.  I had to do some more research on what else I could use and I came across essential oils as a remedy.   I use lemon essential oil in the evening and lavender in the morning.  Along with lemon and lavender essential oil, rose, jasmine, sandalwood, and galbanum are great for skin pigmentation.  Lemon essential oil on your skin helps to lighten the complexion of the skin and protects your skin from various problems.  It rejuvenates dull skin and brightens it. Lemon oil is acidic in nature and that’s why it may create skin irritation. When I first used it, I felt a bit of tingly burning feeling which went away in a minute or so. If you choose to use the lemon oil during the day, do not go out in the sun right away because your skin will be sensitive; this is the reason why I use it at night.  Lavender essential oil has antiseptic and antifungal properties which help to cure various skin problems like sun burn, blemishes, acne scars, hot rashes, etc.  It helps to enhance the natural glow of the skin.  Because you do not want to apply the oil directly on the skin, I mixed the essential oil with Ageloc Tru Face Essence Ultra, which is a product I use for my skin elasticity.  I also noticed that pore size has significantly reduced since adding the essential oils to my daily skin regimen.

I’ve really learned a huge lesson this time with my trip to Mexico.  I really did take my skin for granted and didn’t protect it enough.  I realized that i did not develop the habit of applying sunscreen every 2 hours when I am out about in the sun.  I am grateful to have found the solution to remedy the pigmentation. It is never too late to fix a problem, but it is better not to have developed the problem to start with.  I believe everyone can have flawless skin if they have the right knowledge and developed the right habits at a young age.

I want to live to 140!

Posted Posted in Ageless Health

A few years ago I had a dream….I want to live for at least a century and a half. Now I can’t say I knew how I would achieve this dream but it set me on a path to learn more about new technologies available on the market today. This in turn brought up some sobering truths about life that I have been reluctant to address.  Do I want to live to 140 and suffer? Do I want to live a life of nothing but pure existence? Do I want to slowly lose my mind and forget those who are close to me? Absolutely not!  I aspire to live a long life while maintaining a youthful appearance as well as a healthy mind and spirit. I don’t just want longevity, I want vitality. When thinking of my grandparents and the quality of life they had in their later years, is not is life of joy and happiness. My grandmother had a stroke over a decade ago which ravaged her mind, body and spirit. This is very hard for me witness – particularly when I care so much about her.

This is very exciting! A new technology from Nu Skin (which has promised to assist the world with youth preservation) Ageloc Yspan (Canada) or Ageloc Youth (USA), will be on the market on November 12, 2015.  Yes, Youth Preservation! Think of the potential! The younger a person is when they start using this technology, the more youthful they will look and feel as they grow older.

 

Many people misunderstand when I say that I dream of being alive well over a century.  In their minds, they think when people get old they become like my poor grandmother.  But does it have to be that way? I believe it is possible to live with good health and vitality because of advancing technology and what we know about nutrition, antioxidant and genes.  “God did not give me a lick of the ice cream if it was not meant for me to have the whole ice cream cone.”

I know that once I’ve made the decision,the universe will unfold in front of me many opportunities to support that dream.  I just need to be open to take the lessons that was presented. Because of this dream, I am always researching and educating myself about what it takes to achieve my dream, and thats when I discovered Nu Skin’s soon to be released product that deals with anti-aging at the genetic level. How cool was that!

With my dream foremost in my mind, I was still doubtful because there was no confirmation that it is possible. Most of the more mature people in my life are without much enthusiasm or vigor.  So how am I supposed to believe in living a healthy long life without evidence? Of course, when you ask, you shall receive!

A few years ago, I met a man in his seventies on a flight to Vancouver, who reaffirmed that it is possible to live a life of vitality even at that age.  He was on his way to climb Mount Kilimanjaro! Incredible!  That trip was his third time!  I was so inspired!  I asked him what is his secret to vitality and he said, “don’t sweat the small stuff and don’t have any debt because the stresses of not having money wears away your life.”  So, living a long life is also about your mindset and eliminating stressors like debt.  I am so grateful to have spent an hour chatting with him on the plane because he is an example of what is possible for me. Again, ask and you shall receive. You must be open to receive.

Then the other day at a nail salon in Calgary, I noticed this older lady who is so full of life and I started talking to her.  From our conversation, I learned her grandchildren call her Nani and she is 80 yrs old.  Her and her husband drove across the Canada, from Ontario to Alberta, to visit her daughter and grandchildren.  Wow!  I was so blessed to have spent 45 minutes chatting with her and learning her secrets.  She was gracious enough to allow me to record some of our conversations.  Watch the video below to hear her secret to vitality.  She’s got so much spunk!!!  I just love her energy!

“Whatever a man’s mind can conceive, and believe, will achieve”….Thomas Wilhite. Once I commit, the universe conspires to make it happen. The universe is putting in my path the elders who are living a life full of vitality.  There are no coincidences.

Looking at myself now and I realize that feel younger and healthier at forty-four than I have ever felt because I am open and willing to do what it takes to live to my dream. My stamina and energy have never been better.  I am in better physical shape now than I was in my 20’s.  Don’t get me wrong, it took work for me to be the way I am today.

I started to invest into my health.  I gained a better understand of how nutrition , exercise, mindset affects my body. I know that health is a long term investment.  I have a fruit and vegetable smoothie every morning, I take my supplements, I exercise at least three times a week, I take personal growth courses to work on my mindset and read about these topics. I am building a business that allows me to have financial freedom where I will have passive income to eliminate financial stress in my life so I can achieve my dream.  If I want to live a youthful and healthy life past 100 years, I need to take the action necessary within my control.  “A dream becomes a goal when action is taken toward its achievement.  A goal without a plan is just a wish.” — Nishan Panwar

Do you believe that it is possible to live that long?  With advancing technology and understanding of the human gene genome, I know it is possible. Since the mapping of the human gene in 1984, (when I was about 13) we have learned so much more about our body and what makes it tick.  We now know what genes are responsible for aging.  If we can control that and make sure it functions optimally, then we can slow down or reverse the aging process.  This clip of the discovery channel documentary will explain how our DNA is revealing the fountain of youth.

This new technology coming in November is very exciting indeed. This means the younger I start using this technology, the longer I can keep my vitality. It works on our systemic aging defense mechanism. Aging defense mechanisms are the body’s way building our defense against aging agents, stress and free radicals, that cause damage to our repair processes.

We live in a world of polarities.  We have day and night. We have life and death.  In our body, we have damage and repair. Changes in gene expression cause our body’s aging defense mechanisms to decline in function, performance, and ability. Our ability to repair can’t keep up with the damage, therefore we age. This new technology maintains and supports the gene activity by positively adjusting gene expression, helping us to live youthfully. Basically, it means we can repair faster than damage is done!

This new product influences multiple aging defense mechanisms to provide broad-spectrum health benefits and to promote healthy: systemic balance, cellular response, DNA integrity, systemic inflammatory responses, antioxidant protection, brain, eyes,heart, skin, immune function, bones, joints, lipid metabolism, and physical performance. Ageloc Yspan or Ageloc Youth promotes healthy regulations of the damage and repair processes!!  Do you know what that means?  This could mean once I start using this technology, I will become “immunized” from aging? I can’t wait until November to try it out.