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The Book of Lost Energy

Understanding the Aging Body

As our bodies age, there are so many things that also change. This is the reason

why there are certain things that you can do so well before and now you can barely
do it. Activities like climbing a tree or going up a flight of stairs without running

out of breath seems like an impossible feat to some.

It is important to take note that how our body ages largely depend not only on our
genetics but on other factors such as our environment, diet, and lifestyle in general.

So, what happens to the body once we age? Every part, organ, tissue, and cell in

our body is affected by age. Know that some of the changes may be applicable to

you while some may not be, it all depends on your current state of health.

Moreover, it is crucial to understand these changes so that you know what is

normal and what is not for your age. As well as help you know what kind of

preventive steps to take to improve your overall health. This chapter will discuss

how the different parts of our bodies are affected by age over time.

Skin

As you age, the skin loses its elasticity and it becomes more wrinkled and lined

overtime. Moreover, the growth of the fingernail also starts slowing down while

the oil glands produce less oil thereby making your skin drier than usual.

Combating the aging of the skin can be done by applying adequate amounts of
moisturizer and sunscreen to avoid skin damage such as sunburn. Wearing sun-

protective clothing such as hats, caps, or UV-proofed clothing can also help protect

the aging skin.

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