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Though women at this age may be healthy overall, they generally experience higher levels of stress compared to older women.
• During this demanding phase in life, getting the right nutrients and making sure that energy levels meet expectations are crucial.
• This is “the age of prevention” when it comes to skin care. Starting a good skin care regimen now is essential to helping reduce the appearance of fine lines down the road. Acne can still be a problem at this age, while too little sleep, too much alcohol, and smoking can dull skin.
• Don’t forget the sun protection. Too much sun now can set the stage for skin cancers of all types, including melanoma.

As women enter their 30s, they begin a slow ending process of their reproductive years, known as perimenopause and menopause. In the U.S., one million women reach perimenopause each year, which can last up to 10 years before they reach postmenopausal years. Since each woman is unique, the duration and intensity of menopausal symptoms varies. Experiencing any 3 of the following symptoms may indicate that a woman is entering perimenopause.
  • Moodiness
  • Irritability
  • Menstrual Changes
  • Sleeping Disturbances
  • Bloating/Water Retention
  • Hot Flashes
  • Mild to Moderate Depression

Scientific studies have shown that, along with a healthy diet and lifestyle, consuming phytoestrogens (plant estrogens) may reduce the symptoms of menopause.

These are also the decades when laugh lines and crow’s feet begin to appear along with a double chin. As skin-firming collagen and elastin begin to break down, skin starts to lose its firm, supple texture. Cell turnover rate begins to slow and skin may not retain moisture as efficiently, leading to a dry, dull complexion. Just as a woman’s skin begins to change, so does her scalp health. The result can be dull, brittle, or even thinning hair.

 

Maintaining strong bones, preserving healthy joints, and promoting heart health are major concerns for this age group. It’s important that the body is supplied with the proper nutrients to help prevent osteoporosis and heart disease.

At the same time, a woman’s skin has matured. Cell turnover now takes twice as long as at age 20, making skin look dull. Oil production has also decreased, leaving skin significantly drier and more prone to irritation. Skin has become thinner and more prone to wrinkles and drooping, while years of sun exposure make the skin tone uneven.

 

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