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Genetic imperfections. We all have them. From stretch marks to cellulite, we can all look at our parents and see a little of ourselves in them. While you may not be able to control your hand-me-down genes, you actually can control how they impact how fantastic (or not) you strut your stuff in your sexy jeans.

Your physiological reality is actually less about what genes you have inherited and more about how you express them through your lifestyle choices. Genes function by generating proteins, but whether or not a particular gene is turned on or off is actually based on how we utilize them. For example, exercise burns fat, but it also alters the expression of our genetic codes to decrease the risk of developing cancer.

There are several ways we can alter the function of our genes. One way is by altering our telomeres, which are the protective coverings of our chromosomes. When our telomeres have been damaged, by poor lifestyle choices, our DNA begins to shred, which causes age-related conditions like memory loss. Learning how to more effectively manage stress will not only make you feel better but will also repair the damaged telomeres. Check out these 14 major agers and learn what you can do to fight the aging process. Remember, it's not the genes you inherited that matter, but how you express them! So ... go express yourself positively and stay young!