Massage in DHA Phase 1
Many people are familiar with the term “DHA Phase 1“. It stands for Dehydroenethane, which is a by-product of fatty acid synthesis. DHA is usually formed from fatty acids like coconut oil, olive oil and tallow. In your body, DHA is produced as a by-product of fatty acid metabolism (alkalization). For example, when you consume olive oil, your body produces a lot of DHA for use by your cells.
Our bodies release DHA as a consequence of dietary consumption or through our intake of fatty acids present in other food substances. It’s only at this time in life when DHA is converted to skin-cells-made proteins called amino acids (ATP). It’s not until later – during late childhood or adolescence – that we start receiving DHA from our diet. When we do receive it from our diet, our body starts using it to synthesize new skin proteins called collagen and elastin.
During the early 1990s, medical professionals discovered that regular massage increased the amount of DHA and decreased the amount of arginine. Arginine is present mainly in meats. It plays an important role in the functioning of the nerve cells, particularly the ones in the skin. The stimulation of these nerves during massage therapy increases the effectiveness of the massage therapy. Massage therefore, provides a “neuro-stimulation” effect on the skin, which makes it more effective.
There are different massage therapy oils that have been shown to be beneficial for the skin. The most popular of these is fish oil, which has been shown to improve the skin’s firmness and elasticity. A massage oil that includes a good quantity of fish oil can certainly make a big difference to your skin.
One thing that you need to understand about massage therapy is that the oil you use during the treatment must be totally free of allergens and toxins. Some oils such as the vegetable oil are very compatible with the skin, but there are also some that are detrimental to it. Make sure to read the labels carefully when purchasing these types of massage oils. It may take a little bit of time before you find the perfect product, but you should be able to get it quite easily.
In DHA Phase 1, the treatment focuses on stimulating the production of collagen and elastin inside the body. If this tissue was to break down, wrinkles and fine lines would appear much more obvious. This new breakthrough by a Japanese physician is very exciting. The benefits of massage, however, still have not been completely proven, so we cannot say for sure whether or not this process will work on a permanent basis.
