The Ultimate Anti-Aging Challenge 

TASK #1

Quit Smoking

Cigarette smoking is the single most preventable cause of premature death in the US and that's primarily because it boosts your risk for cardiovascular disease. Smoking cigarettes raises blood pressure, increases the tendency for blood to clot, decreases good cholesterol, and makes it harder for you to get the vital exercise your heart needs. All of this makes cigarette smoking one of the greatest causes of coronary heart disease. The first step in your commitment to health is to quit. Take Dr. Oz’s Kick the Habit Challenge now.

TASK #1

Discover Your RealAge

Your RealAge is not your chronological age. It's a number based on your lifestyle choices, and it can easily be less than your chronological age. However for many, stress, diet, lack of physical exercise and smoking can greatly increase their RealAge. Find out what is prematurely aging you so that you can face those agers head on during this challenge.

It's time to begin. Click here to calculate your RealAge.

TASK #1

Drop and Give Us 20

The below chart indicates the number of consecutive push-ups you should be able to do based on your approximate age. It's not timed, but if you have to stop before you reach the number assigned to your age group, it's time to increase your level of physical activity - every day. To see how, proceed to the next step.

TASK #2

Lose 100 Calories from Your Day

By doing this, you can lose 12 pounds in a year. Easy ways to cut these extra calories are to eliminate soda, ditch that 100-calorie snack pack or give up 2 cookies.

TASK #2

Take a Daily Dose of Omega-3s

A daily fish oil (Omega-3) dose is an anti-ager and an anti-inflammatory. Omega-3 fatty acids are found naturally in a variety of delicious foods including walnuts, salmon, olive oil and avocados. If these foods aren't on the menu, take a daily supplement (1000 mg for women, 600 mg for men).

TASK #2

Hydrate

Don’t just drink water when you’re parched. Also, there are times when we mistake hunger for thirst. Have a glass of water or green tea if you're feeling hungry. Wait 15 minutes, if you're still hungry, grab a handful of walnuts. Be mindful of hydration while exercising, during strenuous activity, and in extreme heat.

TASK #1

Set a Sleep Schedule

Set a bedtime that works with your schedule, both during the week and on weekends, and stick to it.

• 4-6 hours before bed, do not eat or drink anything containing caffeine
• 2-3 hours before bed, do not eat a full meal
• 60 minutes before bed, turn off all electronics (unless you are a doctor on call, blackberries, cell phones and pagers should not enter the bedroom) and dim the lights. In the middle of your brain is something called the pineal gland. It releases melatonin, the hormone that readies the mind and body for sleep in response to lowered light levels.
• 30 minutes before bed, have something to drink. Water is preferable, but warm milk can help soothe you to sleep.
• 5 minutes before bed, make sure your bedroom is dark, quiet and slightly cool. The ideal sleeping temperature is 65°F.
• Wake up at the same time every day, during the week and on weekends

Helpful hint: Reserve the bedroom for sleep and sex only. You are strengthening the association between your bed and sleep. Do not bring work into the bed, watch TV, talk on the telephone, or perform any other wakeful activities.

TASK #1

Products to Part With

1. Mineral powder The small size of the mica particles in this popular powder/foundation provides smooth and flawless coverage; it also makes them easily inhaled and long-term inhalation could have negative side effects. Try a liquid-based foundation with a shimmer instead and a cream blush or bronzer.

2. "Magical" anti-wrinkle creams There are several new anti-wrinkle products on the market that boast cutting-edge ingredients. However, many are engineered to penetrate deep into the skin where they can damage your blood vessels. Avoid magic potions and stick to creams that are fragrance-free, color-free and contain vitamins A and C and alpha-hydroxy acid.

3. Lip gloss The shine in lip gloss comes from petroleum jelly, a byproduct of oil drilling. When you lick your newly shined lips, you are eating that petroleum - which essentially means you're consuming a form of gasoline. The average amount of lip gloss a woman uses (and consumes) over a decade is 7 pounds. Steer clear of any gloss containing petroleum jelly; look for natural products and those without "plumping" effects.

TASK #1

Your New Skincare Regime

Prolong the youthful glow of smooth, hydrated skin with your new Dr. Oz Skincare Regime. You'll need:

A gentle exfoliator Used daily, this will prevent dulling and flaking from a build-up of dead cells.

An AM moisturizer with SPF/Helioplex containing chemicals that protect skin from UVA and UVB exposure. Try any one of these brands, all available for under $20: Blue Lizard Australian sunscreen ($8.69), Clinique City Block Sheer Oil-Free Daily Face Protector ($17.50) and Dr. Perry's Natural Block 100% Mineral Sunscreen ($19.95)

A PM moisturizer without SPF Vitamins A and C will help you look lounger, but as part of your topical skincare regime, not as pills. Sunlight inactivates these powerful anti-agers, so they are perfect as a before-bed moisturizer.

A gentle cleanser A fragrance-free cleanser without harsh chemicals or astringents is best because it won't irritate or dry out skin.

TASK #1

Consult the Experts

Who better to address your biggest beauty woes than the world's biggest supermodels? Click here to see their beauty tips and solutions for specific problems including under-eye circles, deep forehead wrinkles, dry elbows and knees, and brittle hair.

TASK #2

Take Dr. Oz’s Stress-Proof Your Life Challenge

Just saying "I'm stressed out," is shorthand for saying you're having a hard time. But stress is more than just a bad mood, or a to-do list, or a difficult week. Stress is a physical and emotional state that can lead to very real health problems – headaches, an upset stomach, elevated blood pressure, difficulty sleeping, and chest pain. In fact, up to 90% of all visits to the doctor are for stress-related ailments. It’s up to you to make your mental and physical health a priority. Take the Stress-Proof Your Life Challenge now.

TASK #2

Go Grocery Shopping

Once you’ve cleaned out these major agers, go shopping. Click here to print Dr. Oz's grocery list, which will help you stock up with fresh produce, lean protein and whole grains when you're at the grocery store.

TASK #1

Improve Your Sex Life

Dr. Laura Berman and Dr. Oz created a plan designed to help you connect with your partner, strengthen your relationship and reap the many mental and physical health benefits that come along with a regular sex life: it helps control food intake; releases oxytocin (which helps fulfill emotional needs); burns calories; improves self-esteem; and lowers your risk of heart disease. Get tips from Dr. Oz’s National Sex Experiment.