Aiming for a century-long lifespan similar to Sophia Loren's?
Sophia Loren, the ageless Italian actress, has revealed her secrets to longevity and timeless beauty. Here's a lowdown on the star's tips for looking great and feeling fabulous, as shared over the years.
1 - Embrace the Morning: Loren swears by rising with the sun. "I've never been a night owl," she share. "Instead of finding reasons to skip exercise, I get up early and walk for an hour daily. It's great for the heart and body."
2 - Hit the Sack Early: Sophia turns in by 9 PM sharp.
3 - Say No to Vice: The actress bid adieu to smoking at 50 and refrains from alcohol.
4 - Eat Well, No Fuss: Loren maintains a wholesome diet, avoiding processed foods, refined sugars, and excess starch. She munches on beans, rice, veggies, and favors chicken and fish over red meat.
5 - Hydrate and Moderate: The actress stresses the importance of drinking 8 glasses of water a day, along with fresh juices, but not too much coffee - one cup per day will do.
6 - Stay Positive: Loren insists that a positive mindset is the secret to a youthful appearance. She says, "A young face reveals little, but time takes its toll. Laugh, be kind, and tolerant, and a timeless image will emerge."
7 - Accept Yourself: The actress believes that age is a state of mind. "Beauty isn't found in wrinkles, but in self-knowledge and self-acceptance," she says.
8 - No Magic Formula: When asked about the secret to her radiant looks, Loren is known to quip that there's no miracle solution. "Beauty is a gift," she explains, "and I've been blessed to have it."
Cheers to that!
Sophia Loren's Beauty Routine: Although the actress hasn't shared detailed skincare tips, she does admit to using olive oil as a facial moisturizer. Another secret she's shared is using mint leaves to alleviate under-eye bags and circles.
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Sophia Loren's Health and Wellness Tips:
- Sophia Loren, a proponent of fitness-and-exercise, rises with the sun for an hour-long walk each day.
- She adheres to a diet focused on health-and-wellness, favoring foods like beans, rice, veggies, and lean proteins, while avoiding processed foods, refined sugars, and excess starch.
- Embracing science, she rejects vices such as smoking and limits her alcohol consumption.
