#1170: MM- City Life and Aging

Is city life making you old? Yes, and in more ways than one. This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute.  Living in the city can mean pollution, both noise pollution and air pollution. Noise pollution can interrupt sleep patterns and increase your risk for dementia and inflammation due to stress. Air pollution can affect your skin and cause deeper wrinkles, rashes, pimples, and even uneven skin tone. In one study, air pollution was linked to a 22% increase in dark spots that are often found on the face. If you're not ready to move, there are some ways you can fight back. For noise pollution, good windows and thick drapes can help reduce sounds and light that may keep you awake. For your skin, serums that are high in vitamin C will help fight free radicals and reduce the effects of pollution. This Stay Young Medical Minute is brought to you by Executive Medicine of Texas, a leader in preventative and proactive medicine. Learn why patients from around the globe trust Executive Medicine of Texas to their health. Visit EMTexas.com that's EMTexas.com