7 Science-Backed Products That Help You Age Better

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The best defense against aging (well, aging skin at least) is a solid sunscreen like this broad-spectrum SPF 30 that holds the GH Seal. Besides delivering long-lasting moisture, it contains ingredients like niacinamide, peptides, and resveratol to help reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles.

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This daily supplement was developed by Elysium Health, the first company to receive an Innovation Emblem from the GH Institute for its commitment to research and developing clinically evaluated products that raise the bar for consumers and the health industry. Basis is designed to boost levels of the essential coenzyme NAD+ which research shows is required for hundreds of metabolic processes in our bodies and which decline naturally with age. "It also contains pterostilbene, an activator of the SIRT1 protein,” says Elysium chief scientist and director of the Glenn Center for the Biology of Aging research at MIT Dr. Leonard Guarente. “SIRT1 activation is important for regulating metabolism, stress resistance, cellular survival, inflammation-immune function, and circadian rhythms, and affects longevity in many species."

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While cardio is certainly good for you, strength training also comes with loads of surprising (and often overlooked) benefits. Research suggests that it may help you feel less anxious and fight depression symptoms. Also, using weights could improve your bone health, which may lower your risk for cardiovascular diseases.

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This age-fighter took home honors in our Beauty Breakthrough Awards this year. The lightweight moisturizer contains antiwrinkle peptides and hydrating hyaluronic acid. In a GH Beauty Lab test, over 60% of testers noted firmer and more lifted feeling skin with use, according to evaluations.

Meditation can help with anxiety, depression, insomnia and pain, according to the National Institute of Health, though sitting quietly while focusing on deep breathing isn't exactly for everyone. Apps like Headspace can help you retain focus and learn the basics on your road to becoming a bit more zen.

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The Fitbit Versa comes with all the regular features of a standard smart watch like step counting and heart rate tracking, but it also gives you a more holistic look at your overall health by helping you log your food and monitor your sleep. Wear it overnight to get a detailed report on how often you reach the REM stage (we don't need to tell you why being well-rested is so important).

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This affordable night cream, A GH beauty award-winner, is laced with line-smoothing retinol as well as hyaluronic acid, another compound designed to encourage a healthy glow.