As much as you’d like it to be the case, what you look like and how you feel at 20 years old certainly won’t be the same as when you’re 70 years old. From the day you are born, your body undergoes changes that eventually peak. And that’s when aging begins.

So what causes aging? For more details, visit integrisok.com/normalaging

What happens to your body when you get older?

Here are some examples of normal changes that may happen as you age.

Bone and joint health-
The biggest changes people experience are muscle loss and bone loss.

Brain-
Brain volume decreases the older you get, especially in the frontal lobe– which is responsible for memory, problem solving and motor function.

Eyes and ears-
The older you get, the more likely you are to lose close-up vision and experience hearing loss.

Metabolism-
Your body’s metabolism gradually slows down as you age. You don’t burn as many calories as you once did, which can lead to weight gain.

Skin-
With age, your skin thins and becomes less elastic and more fragile. Wrinkles and age spots are more common.

Immune system-
The older you get, the longer it takes for your body to generate an immune system response. Recovering from illness also becomes more difficult since there are fewer cells to help your body heal.

When do you start to feel the effects of aging?
Certain aspects of aging will occur at different time intervals. But in general, the human body is fully developed and peaks during your 30s before slowly declining.

Anti-aging tips-
Eat a healthy diet and be sure to add physical activity to your daily routine.
Quit smoking and only drink alcohol in moderation.
Wear sunglasses and sunscreen when outside.

The older you get, the more necessary it becomes to see your primary care physician annually. They can perform routine screenings to help you stay on top of your health. Annual visits to the eye doctor and dentist can also prevent and detect any eye or dental problems.

As important as physical health is, keep your mind strong by challenging your brain with crossword puzzles and other hobbies that require you to think.

For more details on what normal aging looks like, you can read the full blog at integrisok.com/for you. If you have any topics you’d like us to cover in the future, drop us a note in the comments. We’d love to hear from you.

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