Please share some interesting facts about the virtue of aging gracefully.

In: In 2011, plastic surgeons performed 147, 540 eyelid surgeries for rejuvenation.

It: Myth: aging gracefully is only due to having "good genes.".

Laughing: Laughing regularly makes you feel younger.

Men: Men had almost 800, 000 cosmetic procedures in 2011, accounting for nearly 10% of plastic surgeries.

Mind: Mind and body: positive attitude towards yourself and others can help you age more gracefully.

By: By 2030, there are expected to be one million centenarians worldwide.

Frowning: Frowning causes an increase in wrinkles around the eyes.

Ligaments: Ligaments get tighter as we age, so dislocations actually decrease as we get older!

Non: Non invasive cosmetic medicine is one of the fastest growing segments of medicine today.

People: People are keeping their teeth longer. Dentures are being made less often today than in the past.

All: It's a myth that all older people look and feel their age.

Dentures: Needing to wear dentures is inevitable: this is a myth. Healthy diet and regular dental care save teeth.

A new TipTap: Eat healthy food, minimize alcohol, exercise regularly, keep in touch with friends and family.

A new TipTap: Healthy diet, exercise, walking is great, swim. Avoid putting yourself in harms way.

A new TipTap: Turmeric or curcumin is a good anti inflammatory/anti aging spice.

A new TipTap: Keep moving to stay young.

A new TipTap: Accept your age. Don't be ashamed of it. With age comes wisdom. Share it.

Age: Age spots are flat, brown areas called lentigines. They are caused by uv exposure.

Start: Start a walking program, you have time as you get older, enjoy the walks - it will keep you young.

If: If you are not graceful when you age, you will break a hip- and not be hip. So snap out of it.

Some: Some assisted living facilities promote the first month as a trial; no signing up until you're sure!

Worldwide: Worldwide centenarians report eating mostly a plant based diet and nurturing social relationships.

Any: Any activity is better than none. Don't let your "clock" run down!

Cycling: Cycling is better than running, since running speed will change muchwith age, not cycling speed!

Aged: Aged skin is thinner, paler, and more transparent so makeup requirements may change.

Fasting: Fasting & caloric restriction have been shown to slow aging.

The: The longer you are in good physical & mental health, the more you can share your knowledge.

Oleocanthal,found: Oleocanthal, found olive oil, protects nerve cells from the kind of damage that occurs in altzheimers.

Trying: Trying to maintain sexual activity is beneficial!

Jack: Jack lalanne said, "Living is...like an athletic event. You have to train for it." He lived to be 96!

Maintain: Maintain healthy social contacts as it reduces stress.

Married: Married people, people who attend church, and people with pets all live longer.

A: A beautiful smile can be the key to unlock the path to health, relationships and happiness.

It: It is no longer necessary or appropriate to check your cholesterol after age 75.

A: A simple change in the color of your teeth can take years off your smile. Call your dentist for help!

Staying: Staying healthier easier if: accept responsibility, self-teach, accurately track & do what works.

Get: Get active! get on a bike and feel like a kid again!

Mediterranean: Mediterranean diets are gaining traction and seem to be associated with longevity.

As: As we age, our sense of smell wanes. Older people have a hard time smelling themselves. Bathe well!

Costs: Costs associated with dementia amounted to between $159 billion and $215 billion in the U.S. In 2010.

Tenderness: Tenderness of the muscles is a cardinal sign of neuromuscular ischemia. Massage relax muscle spasms.

Substitute: Substitute more fun things for chores the older you are. Payday does come!

In: In men, two measurements predict overall and cardiovascular mortality: vitamin d & testosterone!

There: There is the free radical theory of aging. Antioxidants in green tea extract or grapeseed may help!

What: What is more important at 75? Beauty or good health? The answer is obvious!

Married: Married males live longer than unmarried males. The benefits are less secure for females!

Magnesium: Magnesium helps the body in many ways. Most americans get 50% or less of the minimum daily allowance!

Straight: Straight teeth easier to clean, therefore less cavities and less gum disease.

The: The greatest antioxidant source in american diets is coffee! and prevents diabetes and alzheimer's!

Married: Married men live appreciably longer than single males!

MYTH:: Myth: hearing loss affects only "old people" and is merely a sign of aging.

Its: It's never too late to have a happy, loving relationship! There is always the option to start fresh!

Aging: Aging gracefully is as much a state of mind as it is a state of body. Be grateful every day.

Money: Money spent on weddings is no substitute for a lifetime of love!

Sleeping: Sleeping well, not smoking, and exercise are the three most important factors to a long healthy life.

How: How old are you? How old is your spirit? Smile and enjoy what you do at every age to stay young.

ACE: Ace inhibitors help prevent dementia, in addition to its help with blood pressure.

"Few: "few things are more satisfying than seeing your children have teenagers of their own." doug larson.

Easier: Easier to care for teeth and gums when teeth are straight. See a qualified orthodontic specialist.

Hearing: Hearing loss is a risk factor for cognitive decline, falls, and sexual problems. Get hearing check!

Depression: Depression with type 2 diabetes is a significant risk factor for accelerated cognitive decline.

After: After 65, one should be regularly screened for mild cognitive impairment and dementia.

If: If teeth/jaws misaligned, be proactive. Ask your dentist for referral to an orthodontic specialist.

Old: Old age is like everything else. To make a success of it, you've got to start young.

SLEEP: Sleep facts: hot flashes often disturb women's sleep during menopause.

Youth: Youth can only look forward, but age can also look back.

Take: Take the stairs! even short bouts[a minute or two] of relatively intense exercise reduce obesity.

Lips: Lips thin with age, loose the fullness and look longer.

Like: Like our shadows, our wishes lengthen as our sun declines. Edward young, 1683-1765.

Some: Some diseases can be cured, others can only be managed.

We: We spend~50% of life at work. Those who are happy with work find it: interesting, meaningful, ; fun.

Wearing: Wearing sunglasses reduces squinting lines and slows down cataracts.

"Vanity: "vanity is the result of a delusion that someone is paying attention." paul sweeney.

Replenishment: Replenishment of hormones to optimal levels has been shown to alleviate age-related changes.

Indulge: Indulge yourself for a moment--whether the ice cream sundae, belt out a song, dance, or sneak a hug!

Being: Being smart is better than being rich, at least most of the time!

Spiritual: Spiritual wisdom is about the power of tolerance, love ; knowledge! over anger, hatred ; win-loose.

Are: Are physicians paid for health? So is health good for business? Is health good for docs finances?

When: When we pay for services, do we retain control? Generally yes. But what if we choose others to pay?

As: As embodied souls, who is most in charge of, ; responsible for, our health/disease ; life outcomes.

To: To live heathier and longer, sleep better and do it consistently.

Having: Having a strong social network keeps one connected to others.

The: The body is a dynamic machine ever evolving to meet our needs . " use it or lose it ".

Failure: Failure to handle relationships with family, friends,etc. is the main reason for unhappiness.

The: The fruit on the tree longest is often on the highest branch.

Today: Today is another chance to taste chocolate.

Botox: Botox and dermal fillers can help without obviousness.

If: If your hearing isn't perfect, life is less noisy.

If: If you are far sighted, it's hard to see wrinkles in the mirror.

Being: Being slowest in the pool lets you enjoy the water longer.

Maturing: Maturing means you have a chance not to make the same mistake twice.

Maturing: Maturing means if you don't get it right at first, you get another chance.

Over: Over 50, little annoyances are smaller, little joys are bigger.

Listen: Listen share the same letters as silent! Do both and you will age gracefully, and live longer.

Antioxidant: Antioxidant status measures nutrients that help prevent/repair cellular damage caused by oxidation.

Micronutrient: Micronutrient requirements at age 30 are quite different from those at age 40, 50, and beyond.

Excessive: Excessive physical activity, prescription drugs, smoking, alcohol, & sedentary habits affect aging.

Clean-shaven: Clean-shaven men reportedly look 5 1/2years younger than those with beards.

Metabolic: Metabolic syndrome is a group of health risks that significantly increase your chance of CV disease.

Chromium: Chromium appears to play a critical role in glucose, lipid, and protein metabolism.

High: High blood sugar markedly increases production of free radicals, and this oxidation.

There: There are 3 main treatment categories for Obstructive Sleep Apnea: behavioral, drug, mechanical.

Longevity: Longevity results from how people eat, interact with other, shed stress, heal themselves, genetics.

Flossing: Flossing daily will extend your life span 6.4 years according to scientific studies.

Stress: Stress definitely can speed up your graying process. Another reason to relax and let go.

Teeth: Teeth can last your entire lifetime if you take care of them- at home and professionally,.

Medicine: Medicine is one profession you can practice at any age, and still enjoy helping patients!

Make: Make time to do the things that interest you the most as part of your self care routine in the a.m.

Age: Age is a state of mind, so it's important to keep your thoughts clear, positive, and loving.

Helping: Helping someone else feel good will also make you feel good in the process, so start today!

Most: Most teeth sensitivity is caused by years/decades of brushing teeth too hard!

Certain: Certain vitamins can protect your eyes if you have been diagnosed with AMD (macular degeneration ).