First it is important to understand that aging is not a disease but it can bring about some different types of conditions and perhaps make your body more vulnerable to illness than it ever was before. There are several different theories related to why our bodies age the way they do and some of these theories may help teach the elderly how to care for their bodies and provide themselves with the right nutrients to add more strength to their current immune system.

The first and most prominent theory has to do with our DNA. The DNA in our bodies contains the genetic blueprint which we have inherited from our ancestors. Many believe that it is this unique code which holds the key to aging. There are many things that can affect the aging process such as exposure to toxins, pollutants, radiation, poor diet and many other environmental factors. This type of genetic damage can cause production of abnormal proteins which will lead to cell repair, loss of cell elasticity and other signs of aging, perhaps earlier than your DNA blueprint anticipated.

No matter what the correct theory of aging is, there are no doubts that there are many different factors that can contribute to the signs of aging and how you feel as you get older as well. As our body gets older, our system slows down and becomes less efficient, this means that the nutrients or lack of, we put in our bodies become that much more important. With so many different conditions and disorders that are directly targeted to the elderly, it becomes far more important to take care of our bodies during this stage of life than ever before.

You do not have to feel fatigue and lack of vibrancy in your old age; you still have the option to feel like you did when you were 30 years old by taking care of yourself appropriately. Essential nutrients that should be included in your daily diet include carnosine, Coenzyme A, Coenzyme Q10, Omega-3, Vitamin B complex, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Calcium and Boron. Each and every one of these nutrients can be taken through the proper supplements and before you decide to take any of the above you should meet with the proper naturopathic professional to make sure what you are taking and how you are taking it is not only proper but do not interfere with each other or any medications you may be taking.

By visiting a naturopathic professional they can steer you towards the right herbs as well that can include ginseng, bilberry, dandelion or burdock. Each of these helps with the immune system and helps your body fight off any disease or illness trying to break through.

Aging does not have to be a process that is dreaded, there are many ways to live a healthy life in your elderly years and by taking care of your health and body in your younger years you can further prevent the problems that can occur in your elderly years.