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Many people focus on trying to look younger from the outside in, using facial creams, anti-wrinkle treatments, and surgeries. However, it is crucial to address aging from the inside out. An important factor to consider is advanced glycation end products (AGEs), which are a combination of sugar and protein that accumulate in the body, causing inflammation and making you look older. AGEs can be formed through high heat cooking, such as barbecuing ribs with sugar sauce, or excessive sugar intake in the bloodstream. Another factor to consider is advanced lip oxidation end products (ALEs), which occur when fat binds with sugar, with similar effects on aging. It is important to be mindful of the type of fats consumed, with unstable unsaturated fats being more detrimental to youthful appearance. Counteracting oxidation and increasing antioxidant levels through balanced nutrition, exercise, and sleep can help protect against oxidative stress and maintain a youthful appearance.