How Does Anti Aging Longevity Effect Sex

Aging is an insidious process, slowly affecting the biological process. The fact that the changes occur so slowly, does not change the fact that the changes do indeed occur.

In the past, aging has involved many theories as to how this natural phenomenon happens in all human beings. Most theories for aging are based on the wear and tear and the oxidation we see in everyday life. 

Elderly people, just as well as mechanical devices, many times simply appear to be worn out.  Human aging has basically two types. 

1)  The chronological aging simply applies to the number of candles a person has had on their birthday cake. 
2)  The biological aging is the actual change in your body as you have chronologically aged. 

No one can make any change to their chronological age, but each individual will have a different level of biological aging.

Anti Aging Longevity Science is the process of slowing the biological process of aging.  We have now found ways to not only retard aging, but in many cases have been successful in actually reversing the affect of chronological aging. 

 
Theories in Aging 

There are a number of theories concerning aging.  One of the more common theories being accepted today is the fact that aging is inherent in your genes.   As the genetic and DNA become better understood, it becomes an important aspect of what one might expect as to their own longevity.  Naturally the better one takes care of themselves the closer they will come to achieving their genetically programmed maximum. 

It has been noted that people under high stress condition age more rapidly than those not being so exposed.  It has been shown that stress effects the hormone production of the hypothalamus.  Anytime the body’s hormone production is disturbed, the regenerating process will not function properly leading to premature aging. 

The wear and tear theory on aging problem comes from the observation of mechanical devices that will eventually wear out.  This theory does not take into account the body’s capability of repairing itself and the re-growth of living tissue. 

The free radical theory is the most widely accepted explanation concerning aging.  Free radicals or highly reactive body chemicals have been proven to be the main cause of tissue damage.  These free radicals have a number of usages in the body, too much of these bodily chemicals however can damage our cells and tissues.  These chemicals are in search of extra electrons.  This enables them to steal electrons from other molecules. As they continue to do this, they eventually damage our cells and create other damaging new chemicals on the process.  

Effects of Aging on Sex 

 
 We experience a multitude of changes as we age.  These changes can be both psychological and physical.  Our sexual vigor is certainly among the things that changes as we grow old. During our youth, we have unbound energy an enthusiasm for this activity.  As we age, we tend to lose our desire as well as our ability for sex. 

Hormonal changes which are normal during the aging process, can significantly affect the levels of our sexual drive. In men, testosterone decreases due to aging and any health conditions. It is similar in women as many studies show that most females sex urge decreases with advancing age.

How to Maintain Sexual Drive 

A most effective way to improve sex drive as you age is to have sex on a regular basis.  Just like in keeping your body fit and sound, regular and satisfying sexual performance can really train your body to respond well to sex.   

Learning the changing psychology of sex as one grows older, can also help you and your partner have a more satisfying sexual relationship.  You need to consider your existing medications, stable medical conditions, adequate foreplay, and appropriate positions.

Taking these factors into consideration, you will definitely have a more satisfying sexual experience.

Physical Relaxation and your Longevity Health

Copyright (c) 2007 Stephen Lau

Tension is one of the sources of pain and disease in human. The opposite of tension is relaxation, which is often the cure of pain and disease. Physical relaxation contributes to your longevity health. It is effective stress management.

The common signs of bodily tension are pain in the neck and back. If you are stressed out, your shoulders also get the tension. Expressions such as “shoulder your responsibility” and “on your shoulders” speak volumes of how your shoulders may sustain the stress from everyday life. Given that tension saps your physical and mental energy, always tell yourself to “drop your shoulders” for relaxation. But it is easier said than done.

Why?

It is because physical relaxation is a skill

Confucianism and Healthy Longevity

Copyright (c) 2007 Stephen Lau

Confucius, the great philosopher of ancient China, attained great influence on Chinese civilization through his famous teachings. Confucianism affected virtually all aspects of Chinese philosophy, including health and longevity.

Confucius, a politician and scholar, lived from 552 to 479 B.C. His impact on healthy longevity consists of practical advice for application in everyday life.

Confucianism advice on everyday healthy longevity includes his exemplary daily living, such as the following:

He did not eat rice, meat, or fish that was spoiled (not fresh) and badly cooked (medium rare); he ate meat in proportion to the amount of rice consumed; he used ginger to spice his food; he drank wine but only moderately; he dressed for comfort and convenience; and he slept, curling up his body, using his bent arm as a pillow (keeping his spine in alignment).

Confucianism advocates mental health in the form of peace and harmony. Confucius was against strong emotions of anger, joy or sorrow, and pleasure – the stirrings of these human feelings do not keep the mind in a state of equilibrium.

Confucianism is expressed in two basic concepts of healthy longevity living: “chung” and “yung.”

“Chung” is “equilibrium” or “being without inclination to either side.” Confucius did not refrain from the pleasures of life, such as eating and sex. However, he sought to achieve balance between extremes, and to avoid excess. His way of life was based on “the golden mean” concept of equilibrium.

“Yung” is “persistence” or “continuing without change.” Confucius said, “The path may not be left for an instant. If it could be left, it would not be the path. Therefore, the superior person does not wait until he sees things to be cautious, nor till he hears things to be apprehensive.” In other words, your pursuit of good health should be persistent. Your health practices, whether they involve exercise, diet, or meditation, should become your regular habits of healthy longevity living. You do not wait until you are sick to begin these intense efforts for healthy longevity. Prevention is always better than cure. You cannot reap their beneficial effects on a particular occasion or after a short period of practice.

Confucianism was subsequently expanded by Meng Tzu (Mencius), second only to Confucius as a Confucian sage.

Mencius went beyond Confucius in being concerned not only with the physical aspects of healthy longevity, but also with the spiritual. To Mencius, spiritual health is as important as physical well-being. Mencius said, “To preserve one’s mind and to nourish one’s spirit is the way to serve nature (heaven). When a man realizes that there is no real difference between a short lifespan and a long one, and does not worry, but wait, cultivating his own personal character, for whatever may come to pass – this is the way he carries out his fate-ordained being.”

Mencius also said, “The human will is the leader (commander) of the ‘qi’ (internal vital energy). The ‘qi’ pervades the body and moves it. The will is of primary importance; the ‘qi’ is secondary. Therefore, maintain a firm will and do no harm to your ‘qi.’ When the will is concentrated, it moves the ‘qi’; when the ‘qi’ is concentrated, it moves the will.”

By nourishing the spirit as well as the body, Mencius lived to a ripe old age.

In Chinese medicine, ‘qi’ signifies vital energy that embraces correct breathing, good blood circulation, and mind consciousness through meditation.

In summary, Confucianism emphasized balance and harmony achieved through the concepts of “chung” and “yung” in everyday living with focus on spiritual well-being. These health practices can be applicable in contemporary living to attain healthy longevity.