Glycation: The Science Behind Sugar Sag

The following information is excerpted from "Glow: The Dermatologist’s Guide to aWhole Foods Younger Skin Diet" ©Rajani Katta MDFine lines and wrinkles. A deepening of smile lines. A softening of the jawline. These are common signs of aging skin, and they reflect collagen damage. And one of the major threats to your collagen is sugar. Specifically, excess sugar in your bloodstream.Deep wrinkles and sagging skin can be due to glycation, a process that starts with higher levels of blood sugar a...