Morina Gael At the age of 40, the body goes through an unmarked change in its response to stress, sleep, and energy levels. Many are orienting themselves toward the past rather than the future, which is being done at the pharmacy. Particular kitchen-cabinet herbs and older, traditional herbals and plants have been investigated by a systematic review in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology for their effectiveness for metabolic support and cell resilience. These time-honored remedies may offer a gentle and harmonizing way to live these vibrant years without being enmeshed in the excitement.
Soothing with Golden Milk
If you’ve had a busy day and your joints are aching, a glass of warm turmeric is just what you need to warm those aching joints. Early results from clinical trials in phytotherapy indicate that there may be benefits for seniors taking curcumin in maintaining good inflammatory processes.
Calming with Chamomile Steam
When you lean over a hot cup of chamomile tea, it can be beneficial to your skin and skin texture. The herbal steam will moisten while providing a very relaxing, spa-quality experience at home.
Brightening with Honey Masks
Honey can be applied to the face raw and will help retain moisture. As a natural humectant, it is mentioned in dermatological reviews as having beneficial effects on the supple complexion and its radiance after 40.
Balancing with Flaxseed Sprinkles
Including crushed flaxseeds (ground flaxseeds) with your breakfast cereal could help a little with hormones staying balanced. It is said that dietary lignans could help in managing the mild metabolic changes seen with aging (within the journal Frontiers in Nutrition).
Refreshing with Green Tea
A nice cool green tea can also help you to get a long (and not jittery) boost this afternoon. It is high in antioxidants and may help the body to resist the oxidative stress it is subjected to daily.
Softening with Oatmeal Baths
A colloidal oatmeal bath may be an option for dry, itchy areas of the skin. Although this problem is pretty common with aging, it’s temporary and works by forming a protective film to lock in the skin’s oils.
Hydrating with Aloe Juice
Drinking pure aloe vera juice with water instead of sugary beverages could help maintain hydration of the skin from the inside out. It includes some vitamins that could help with general health and ease digestion.
Awakening with Rosemary Rinses
After shampooing, cooling the hair with rosemary tea might promote a healthier-looking scalp. A few small-scale investigations indicate that rosemary extracts can contribute to a standard thickness of hair and good shine.
Relaxing with Lavender Aromas
A bouquet of lavender dry flowers next to the pillow can help to still a restless mind. Its essential components can help to reduce anxiety levels naturally throughout the day when inhaled.
Protecting with Tart Cherry
8 oz. of tart cherry juice could be consumed an hour before bed to assist in sleep stabilization. Naturally, a small amount of melatonin is contained within this fruit, which helps to regulate internal sleep clocks.
