How to look 20 years younger in 6 easy steps

I think I look sixteen like these new high school graduates...What do you think?

Step One

Drink lots of water. If you drink up to 8 cups of water a day, your body will work more efficiently. Toxins in your blood stream will be flushed out, your digestion will be better and your system will be more efficient. People who drink lots of water each day report that their skin is more radiant and less prone to spots.

Step Two

Eat more than five portions of fruits. Fruits are rich in vitamin c which fights against free radicals in the body. The benefits of vitamin C may include protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

Step Three

Exercise more. Giving your body regular cardio-vascular workout not only helps you to help your brain remain youthful for longer it also helps your body stay fit and slows down the aging process. Your bones become stronger and your stamina and alertness increase.

Step Four

Take vitamin and mineral supplements. Many of us in this modern age believe that once we eat a balanced diet that guarantees healthy eating. Recent studies have shown that most of the nutrients in our food is lost throw cooking, processing, packaging, storing and cooking. To get the minimum amount of minerals and vitamins, it is best to take a good multivitamin and mineral supplement.

Step Five

Sleep. Many of us do not have enough sleep at night and if we do, we do not have a good quality sleep. Many of us suffer from broke sleep due to child care, health problems, working long hours, stress and distractions such as TVs in the bedroom and using mobile phones at bed time. People who sleep 8 hours and more say they feel younger, more relax, alert and happier. If you are happy, you look younger.

Step Six

Live a stress free life. There is stress everywhere and we cannot deny that. But many of us can avoid stress if only we knew how to. There are many way to reduce or avoid stress: do not get involved in tricky situations that you cannot manage, have a career in something you truly love, do not have blazing rows with people, try to stay healthy, learn something new each day, forgive and forget, move on, sing, pray, have a supportive family and have good friends,

That is from me….do you look younger than your age? If so, please, we would like to know what you do to look young. So, please share your tips here…

 About the author: Morin Okenla is an artist and designer, teacher, writer, publisher, entrepreneur and online marketing and blogging expert. Follow her on Twitter @MorinOkenla