 Hormonal Therapies
Many hormones' levels decline with age. According to these hormonal changes some of the most popular anti-aging treatments have arisen. Human growth hormone is one of the most famous. It has been used as an anti-aging treatment and some facts suggest that human growth hormone has beneficial effects on elderly people in spite of possible side effects.
Human growth hormone supplements might have several advantages: they increase muscle mass, consolidate the immune system, increase libido and others. Such hormones as DHEA and melatonin decrease their production with age are. DHEA improves the well being of the elderly people by a variety of ways: improved immune system, memory, muscle mass, sexual appetite, and benefits to the skin. But there are some minor side effects like acne. Melatonin is a hormone mostly concerned with sleep and circadian rhythms. Melatonin performs anti-oxidant functions in the brain. It can be used for jet lag and sleep disorders, it may also cause sleep disorders such as nightmares and vivid dreams.
 Herbal Therapies
Garlic is useful in preventing heart disease, as well as improving the tone and structure of skin. Garlic intensifies liver and digestive system functions, and also helps in dealing with heart disease and high blood pressure. Siberian ginseng supports the adrenal glands and immune functions. Scientists think that it is helpful in treating problems related to stress. Siberian ginseng also increases mental and physical performance, and may be useful in treating memory loss, immune dysfunction, and chronic fatigue. Ginkgo biloba deals practically with the brain and nervous system. It is effective in reducing the symptoms of conditions, such as Alzheimer's, visual problems, depression, and problems of blood circulation. It is also used in treating heart disease, dementia, strokes, Raynaud's disease, head injuries, leg cramps, macular degeneration, tinnitus, and some others.
Prevention of Aging
Preventive health practices like healthy diet, physical exercise, stress management, and control of lifestyle habits such as drinking and smoking, can prolong the lifespan and improve the quality of life as people get older. Exercise can improve the appetite, the emotional and mental outlook, the health of the bones, and the digestion and circulation. The consuming of water is also essential point in prolonging our life. People have to consume up to eight glasses of water per day along with plenty of herbal teas, diluted fruit and vegetable juices, and fresh fruits and vegetables with high water content. Alcohol, nicotine, and caffeine all have potential damaging effects, and should be limited or completely eliminated from consumption.
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