How to Age Backwards in 2025: A Holistic Approach for Women

I used to think blood sugar was only something to worry about if you had diabetes, but I’ve learned that steady blood sugar is essential for all of us, especially as we age.

goes much deeper than just your skin. "Collagen is a key component in bones, skin, muscles, and other body parts. It may help improve skin health, relieve joint pain, and prevent bone loss, among other things. Collagen is a protein. Your body makes it, and it's important for healthy joints, skin, bones, muscles, and more"

You can see why collagen is essential to healthy aging, inside and out so what am I doing about it?

I’m focusing on eating a low-glycemic diet filled with whole foods, good-quality proteins, and healthy fats. I’ve cut out processed foods (yes, even the sneaky "healthy" ones with hidden sugars). This not only keeps my energy steady but helps preserve my body’s natural collagen.

Let’s Do It Together: Try adding more low-glycemic foods like berries, leafy greens, nuts, and avocado into your meals, and cut back on refined sugars. Your skin (and energy levels) will thank you!

Cortisol, our main stress hormone, is the silent ager. High levels of cortisol lead to inflammation and messed up hormones, and even breaks down collagen too. You might be thinking, but Amy, I can't control the things happening around me that are STRESSING ME OUT, and you would be right, but you probably didn't know that 70% of

So not only am I focusing on a diet that keeps inflammation low, but I’m also taking magnesium, which helps me feel balanced even on busy days. My low-stress diet is filled with anti-inflammatory foods—think berries, fatty fish, and nuts. These foods keep inflammation down and stress levels in check.

Let’s Do It Together: If stress feels like a constant, consider adding cortisol-friendly foods to your diet or looking into natural adaptogens for cortisol support short term. We can’t avoid stress entirely, but we can help our bodies handle it better.

I already talked about the years I didn't take such good care of my body and so now I give my body a little extra help, I’m taking a high-quality collagen supplement, this one made by Great Lakes collagen is my go to. It’s become part of my morning routine, stirred into my coffee or a smoothie. I like knowing I’m giving my skin, joints, and hair the building blocks they need to stay strong and supple.

Our skin absorbs so much of what we put on it, so I’ve swapped out any skincare, makeup, or perfume products that contain harsh chemicals for toxin-free options. I want my skin to be supported, not stressed by unnecessary chemicals.

This has helped my skin AND my body do better, because not only are these chemicals adding a toxic load to your body, but they are also very often disrupting how your hormones communicate and your hormone balance and mental health can be impacted.

Let’s Do It Together: Try one swap at a time. Look for clean beauty brands that are free of sulfates, parabens, and synthetic fragrances. It’s a small step with big benefits. The EWG website is super helpful in figuring this all out. Just start by searching the products you use now and replace them if needed as they run out with a cleaner option.

As we get older, life can feel more overwhelming. But here’s the thing: feeling joyful, peaceful, and centered isn’t just a bonus—it’s essential for aging well. I’m setting aside time every day for the things that make me feel truly alive, whether that’s a walk in nature, a few minutes of meditation, or cranking the music and dancing to my favourites songs

face day to day. A great book that can help you understand these thoughts and learn how to work with them so that you can be successful is The Kindness Method by Shahroo Izadi . This book changed my life and how I support women. 10/10 recommend. It is a shame free approach to understanding how we sabotage ourselves.

Let’s Do It Together: This week, make time to find your joy—whether it’s a new hobby, connecting with friends, or simply taking a few deep breaths before bed. Life feels lighter when we make space for what makes us happy.

If you are serious about aging backwards then you truly need to understand your why.

I will share mine and then I want you to think about yours. So you know I want to live to 100, I really like life, and I love getting to be here for my kids, and I want to be here as long as possible. I believe that aging in a way that lets me live too 100 will mean that I get a lot of years of health, and being able to do things with my kids, and their kids, and maybe their kids too. I want my body to age well, so I can move and enjoy this amazing world. I want to go on adventures, and see everything. And having nice skin is a bonus!

What is your why?

Aging backwards isn’t about reversing time—it’s about living in a way that feels good. It’s about honoring our bodies, our skin, our minds, and everything that makes us unique. I’m so excited to end this year feeling stronger, healthier, and more myself than ever before—and I hope you’ll join me.

Here’s to us and to our most vibrant, joyful year yet. Let’s age backwards, together! Come join me and the other women inside my wellness collective where women are coming together to learn how to make wellness fit into their lives and work through the things that keep them stuck so they can find happiness and health for many, many years to come! Bonus - You also get a weekly meal plan that will teach you how to eat to feel happy and health for a long time too!