How the Age You Look is Up to You

Identical twin studies prove it.

“Genes are highly over-rated,” said Dr. Darrick Antell, author of a study on twins that says lifestyles are really what determines how old you appear to be, especially smoking, sun exposure, stress levels and alcohol use. 

Dr. Antell’s study and another study published online in the medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons examined what was behind the differences in identical twins’ appearances.

One bit of good news from the studies for those of us carrying some extra pounds around is that for female twins over 40, the heavier twin looked younger than the skinny twin. That’s because losing just 10 pounds can “reduce volume in the face, leaving jowls and wrinkles that can age a woman's appearance about four years. 

We love comparison photos – so click here and here to see twins side by side.

How can all natural True Citrus products help you stay looking younger? Aside from helping to control weight, True Lemon, True Orange, True Lime and True Grapefruit can help you drink more water, helping you to cut down on the caffeinated beverages that can stress your system, and can maybe help you drink less alcohol, too.

Another way True Lemon, True Orange, True Lime and True Grapefruit may help your appearance is keeping your skin healthy! Studies have shown that the “d-Limonene” compound in citrus peels helps stop skin cancer cells from growing. Up to 90 percent of citrus peel oil is made up of d-Limonene. Since True Citrus products are the cold-pressed oils, peels and juice of lemons, oranges, limes and grapefruits, you get all the benefits when you add the all-natural crystals to your water, teas or recipes!

The vitamin C in True Citrus products also fights skin-aging by promoting collagen production in your skin, repairing sun-damage and thinning. AND if that wasn’t enough, the Vitamin C anti-oxidant action helps regulate melanin production, giving your complexion a nice, even tone. 

So stop smoking, deal with stress and drink more water, and you may stay looking way younger than your years!