We all want to stay youthful, but some of our daily habits could be speeding up the ageing process without us even realising it.
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We all want to stay youthful, but some of our daily habits could be speeding up the ageing process without us even realising it. Here are 10 common lifestyle choices that might be affecting your health and appearance, and simple steps you can take to prevent it.
1. Skipping sunscreen
Even on cloudy days, UV rays can damage your skin, leading to wrinkles and age spots over time. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, up to 80% of the sun’s UV rays can penetrate your skin, even on overcast days. Make sunscreen part of your routine to avoid premature skin ageing.
A study published in Annals of Internal Medicine found that people who used sunscreen daily showed 24% less skin ageing than those who did not. Experts recommend using a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 every day (or SPF 50+ if you’re in Thailand), regardless of the weather. Even if you’re just running…