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IT'S not a certainty that everyone will go gray, according to one 59-year-old longevity expert whose locks are still her natural brown.
She detailed her tips for keeping that gray at bay, explaining that your hair can point you to which anti-aging issues you need to tackle.
Leslie Kenny is an expert in wellbeing who splits her time between California and Oxford, England.
She is the founder of the brand and runs a non-profit organization specializing in longevity.
Speaking to The U.S. Sun, she shared advice for an ageless appearance.
Kenny said there isn’t a “one size fits all” approach to health but people should start by examining the root cause of premature aging.
“Often, gray hair is a great visible indicator of what’s going on within, and its cause can be different for everyone,” she said.
“Despite common misconceptions, gray hair isn’t a given.”
She said nutritional deficiencies such as vitamin D, B12, iron, or spermidine are among the causes.
Alternatively, thyroid problems such as hypothyroidism or stress-related glutathione depletion.
“We must identify the cause with a detailed blood panel before we can rectify the issue,” she said.
“I am 59 and I have no gray hair because I was able to balance my nutritional profile and get my thyroid issues under control.”
Kenny said inflammation is another major cause of aging but can be prevented with nutrition.
“Following an anti-inflammatory diet filled with anti-oxidants and healthy fats can help reverse the signs and symptoms of aging, especially in cases of autoimmunity,” she said.
“I followed the Anti-Inflammatory Zone Diet by Dr. Barry Sears.”
She said this combined with other things helped put her autoimmune diseases into remission.
Kenny also swears by impaired cell renewal, known as autophagy.
“We can trigger cell renewal with intermittent fasting - if you can tolerate it, and not everyone can,” she said.
“High-intensity exercise, the keto diet, and by eating spermidine-rich foods like shiitake mushrooms and peas, or taking food-derived spermidine supplements.”
Despite its benefits, Kenny said the keto diet shouldn’t be followed long-term.
is a GP and skin specialist with over 11 years of clinical experience.
She told The U.S. Sun that her goal is to equip patients with the knowledge they need to take control of their skin journey.
She said the fundamental basics of a beauty routine are the same for all ages — it should include an effective cleanser, moisturizer, and SPF.
"Moisturizers are my superstar, even over products containing active ingredients," she said.
“Finding a well-balanced moisturizer that provides the right kind of hydration, replaces natural oils, and seals them in, literally stabilizes your skin.
“This in itself quickly can soften the appearance of fine lines and texture, as often these are worsened by dehydration.
“It also allows the skin to function as it should.
“It then can heal faster, which, among many things, can lead to fewer lines and wrinkles, less flares of dermatitis and rosacea, and shorter-lived, milder breakouts.”
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She said “basic” healthy lifestyle habits should be in place for optimal anti-aging.
“A healthy diet, daily movement, social interactions, a sense of purpose, and stress management are the foundation,” she said.
“If these aren’t in place, other measures will be less effective.”
Kenny previously told The U.S. Sun she keeps her skin youthful with collagen supplements and a DIY face mask.
She said face-taping is a “fantastic” alternative to Botox and she uses the NuSkin ageLOC boost system to exercise muscles daily.
