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How Likely Are You To Age Prematurely? |
It is certainly possible to age "gracefully" if you take good care of yourself.
On the flipside, it is also quite possible to age prematurely -- both externally AND internally. Unfortunately, with today's common dietary and lifestyle habits, a majority of people seem to be on this unfortunate second path.
Discover which path you're on -- and the most important things you can start doing right away to prevent premature aging -- by taking this interesting 20-question test.
When you have completed the assessment and have received your results, be sure to guess what your friends' and family's results will be in the spaces provided. This free test will automatically be sent to them so they can take it, too!
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The absolute latest research about facial exercises and premature aging indicates that:
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Facial exercises do prevent premature facial aging |
B
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Facial exercises do not prevent premature facial aging |
C
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Facial exercises may prevent premature facial aging | |
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When it comes to smoking cigarettes and premature aging, the research indicates that:
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A
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There is definitely a link between the two |
B
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There may be a link between the two |
C
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There is no link between the two | |
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3.
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When it comes to premature aging and plastic surgery:
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A
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I'm open to non-invasive and invasive plastic surgery options |
B
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I'm open to micro-dermabrasion, and other minor procedures, but Botox is a toxin, and getting a facelift seems extreme and potentially dangerous |
C
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Any type of facial procedure (major or minor) in a doctor's office is not for me |
D
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It's such a personal choice; I'll study the pros and cons of all the different options very carefully, and then do what is right for me | |
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4.
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The belief that gravity is one of the major causes of premature skin aging:
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Still holds true for all of us |
B
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Still holds true for some of us |
C
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Has actually been debunked in recent years | |
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It is actually possible to find that perfect, really expensive, chemically enhanced moisturizer at the department store cosmetics counter that truly will "turn back the hands of time" and restore my youthful appearance.
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Absolutely |
B
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Perhaps |
C
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I'm beginning to have my doubts |
D
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Such a magical, chemically enhanced product does not exist | |
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6.
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When it comes to premature aging and your appearance, what you eat is actually far more important than any of the moisturizers available on the market meant to apply to your skin.
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Strongly agree |
B
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Agree |
C
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Disagree |
D
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Strongly disagree | |
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When it comes to detoxifying your liver, kidney, and all the other vital organs charged with keeping our bodies purfied and our skin clear and dewy, many respected health professionals now urge us to eat:
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A
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Whatever we want |
B
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White rice |
C
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Junk food |
D
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Lots of green, leafy vegetables, as well as green Super Foods like Chlorella | |
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Regarding "yo-yo dieting," and the rapid-cycling weight gain and weight loss that go with it, which is one of the documented causes of premature aging, I:
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Have never done that kind of dieting |
B
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Used to yo-yo diet |
C
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Still yo-yo diet | |
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When it comes to cosmetics and older skin:
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Wearing the same amount as when you were younger is fine |
B
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Less, as they say, is more |
C
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More is better | |
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10.
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Excessive alcohol use is related to premature aging.
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Strongly agree |
B
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Agree |
C
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Disagree |
D
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Strongly disagree | |
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11.
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All-natural facial and body moisturizers are better for you than ultra-expensive, chemically enhanced ones.
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A
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Strongly agree |
B
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Agree |
C
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Disagree |
D
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Strongly disagree | |
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12.
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Foods that are rich in skin-nurturing, anti-aging anti-oxidants include:
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Raspberries and blueberries |
B
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Broccoli and asparagus |
C
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Sweet potatoes and carrots |
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All of the above | |
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13.
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To prevent premature aging, it is best to avoid direct, unprotected sun exposure during the peak hours of:
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8:00 - 10:00 a.m. |
B
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10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
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4:00 - 6:00 p.m. | |
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A healthy exercise program helps prevent premature aging.
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Strongly agree |
B
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Agree |
C
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Disagree |
D
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Strongly disagree | |
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15.
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When it comes to stress and premature aging:
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There is a high correlation between the two |
B
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There is only a slight correlation between the two |
C
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There is no correlation between the two | |
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16.
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Exposure to excessive cold:
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Can dry out your face and cause it to look older. |
B
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Has no lasting effects on your face |
C
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Causes premature aging in only a handful of people | |
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17.
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Sunshine should be avoided at all costs, no exceptions.
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No doubt about it |
B
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Actually some sensible sun exposure is fine |
C
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Not sure | |
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18.
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Healthy, natural "cleansing" or "detoxification" of the internal organs via the infusion of anti-oxidant-rich nutrients can lessen the signs of premature aging.
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A
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Strongly agree |
B
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Agree |
C
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Disagree |
D
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Strongly disagree | |
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19.
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It is wise to switch to a natural, non-toxic, non-chemically enhanced sunblock because most over-the-counter ones contain chemicals that can be harmful to your health.
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A
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Strongly agree |
B
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Agree |
C
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Disagree |
D
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Strongly disagree | |
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20.
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To stay healthy and help prevent premature aging, the average number of glasses of water that I drink each day is:
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None |
B
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1-2 |
C
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3-5 |
D
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7-8 or more | |
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