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Hyaluronic Acid - The Natural Face Lift?  by: Jakki Francis If So What Is It and What Does It Do? In Yuzuri Hara, a village in Japan, ten percent of the population is 85 or older. Diseases of aging, such as cancer, diabetes and Alzheimer's, are virtually unknown. People rarely see a doctor and their skin rarely shows signs of aging. They live long, healthy active lives. As reported on the ABC News program 20/20, researchers have discovered the ‘magical’ ingredient that appears to keep people in Yuzuri Hara young. It is hyaluronic acid, which is found naturally in the carbohydrate foods that are unique to the hilly terrain of this village. http://abcnews.go.com/onair/2020/PRIMETIME_japanyouth_001102_feature.html The Times Newspaper (UK) reported 'New LIFE in OLD BONES: Researchers are looking for the genes involved with osteo-arthritis, which may lead to more effective, targeted therapies. Some studies have also shown positive results from injections into arthritic joints of hyaluronic acid, a component of the bodies own lubricant fluid, which seems to delay the need for a joint replacement.' What Is It? Hyaluronic Acid; or HA is a natural substance that is plentiful in our bodies when we are born. It is found in all human connective tissue. What Does It Do? HA occurs naturally in the deeper layers of our skin (the dermis). It helps to keep skin smooth and "plump" through its ability to hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water. It lubricates the joints. HA plays a critical role in the rapid repair of wounds and other skin conditions. Improves eye-sight 1. Moisture Retention The ability to retain and hold moisture is the secret to youthful, healthy, vibrant skin. Aging robs us of this innate ability to hold in moisture. As we get older our bodies produce less and less HA. The drop in HA starts at around the age of 18-20 years. But after the age of 40 the down slide becomes apparent. Skin starts to lose its elasticity and lines and wrinkles appear. HA also supports the formation and maintenance of collagen, an important connective tissue. Collagen degradation is believed to cause a decrease in skin tone and elasticity. Healthy, youthful skin comes from the inside. By replacing the components that naturally deplete with age, we can reverse the signs associated with aging. HA supplementation puts back in what is naturally lost to restore radiance and youth. 2. Joint Lubrication HA occurs throughout the body in abundant amounts in many of the places people with hereditary connective tissue disorders have problems such as joints, heart valves and eyes. Hyaluronic acid abnormalities are a common thread in connective tissue disorders e.g osteoarthritis 3. Wound repair Another important part of good skin is the ability to quickly heal wounds. This ability is slowly degraded with age. In part, it is due to the slowing down of cell mitosis, crucial aspect of cellular repair and regeneration. A possible contributing factor is also the decrease in the amount of HA available in the body. 4. Vision HA makes up 80% of the human eye - it is present in the vitreous humor of the eye and assists in vision. HA is a shock absorber to the retina thus helping to prevent trauma to the eye. Anti-aging products that use Hyaluronic Acid There are two types of HA anti-aging products: Those that are applied externally in cream form Those that are taken as a health supplement and work internally, providing moisture to the inner layers of the epidermis. By reaching the corium layers of the epidermis, you penetrate, like no topical application is able to. This provides essential HA components to the cell level where it can work effectively, whilst still moisturizing the skin and reducing wrinkles ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ For more information on Hyaluronic Acid supplements and skin care products go to: http://www.naturesremediesuk.com About The Author Jakki Francis operates 'Natures Remedies' a health and nutrition business selling cutting-edge herbal nutrition products. They are based in the UK and also trade in Europe, USA and Canada and new partners are welcome from any of these countries. Natures Remedies also trade worldwide on-line. http://www.naturesremediesuk.com And while there, don't forget to subscribe to her F*REE Ezine, "Health News You Can Use" Who is Jakki Francis? http://www.JakkiFrancis.com This article was posted on March 04, 2004 Read More Articles from the "Health" Category: Sandalwood Oil - Aromatherapy For The Mind, Body, And Spirit by Misty Rae Cech, ND 4 Steps To Better Health by Ryan Cote Natural Remedy Succeeds Against Cancer And Hiv In South Africa by Tony Isaacs The Care of Rheumatoid Arthritis by Leroy Gastering Aromatherapy Oils by Ric Wiley Juice Sensibility by Gabriel Foster Diets Don't Work - 4 Ways To Lose Weight Naturally by Mark Idzik How To Lose The Pooch Belly- Removing the Belly Bulge by Gary Cheung Why You Should Use A Treadmill... Or Run Outside by Paul Johnson Be Aware Of Your Reasons by Greg McPhail << Back to "Health" Index

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