From bank-breaking 'miracle' creams to painful invasive procedures, the modern obsession with anti-ageing continues to drive people to extreme lengths in the pursuit of eternal youth.
But for those of us who prefer a natural approach to ageing well, the answer could be in our own back garden. Many herbs and plants contain active ingredients that can protect the body from age-related conditions, from sagging skin and joint and muscle weakness to high-cholesterol and even Alzheimer's.
Here are 10 of the best herbs for combatting the signs of ageing.