January 3, 2010
- How to Safely Treat Pregnancy Acne
Pregnancy is a hormone roller coaster. Headaches, appetite changes, energy ups and downs, and skin breakouts are a few examples of the many symptoms you’ll experience while you are pregnant. Whether you always had clear skin or always suffered from acne, there is no telling what you might find during pregnancy. Many women notice a [...]
December 24, 2009
- Detox Diets Revealed: Pros and Cons of Detox
We’ve all heard of our fair share of fad diets and quick fixes that are meant to improve our minds, bodies, and souls. Most of us have even tried a few as well. But do you have any natural detox info? Do you know anything about the detox diets available out there?
The purpose of a [...]
December 7, 2009
- Homemade Scrubs for your Face and Body
Ever feel like you wish you could just erase the bad parts from your day? Well your skin feels the same way, which is why it craves the benefits of exfoliation on a daily basis. You spend time in polluted air, you touch your face after you ride the grimy subway, you try on clothes [...]
November 23, 2009
- Prevent Wrinkles Now, Naturally
The best way to prevent wrinkles is to start young. If you speak with any woman who is in her later years of life, that’s probably some of the advice she’ll give you. The earlier you start, the longer you’ll be able to preserve your youthful look. Yes, some people are genetically predisposed to look [...]
November 1, 2009
- Nourish Your Body, Nourish Your Skin
One of the best things you can do for your skin is also one of the best things for your body-eat! Of course, if that were all there were to it, then there’d be no beauty or cosmetic industry. The tricky thing is that you have to eat RIGHT. Research shows that food doesn’t just [...]
October 4, 2009
- Natural Skin Care
I would like to mention an amazing beauty tip that is very fitting for these hard economic times we’re in, times when we are all a bit tighter on money–especially spare money to spend on beauty treatments. And yet, its during these times when we especially need to preserve our natural beauty and stay looking [...]
- A Beginner’s Guide to Meditation
The purpose of meditation is to relax and calm the mind and relax the body. Choose a quiet time when you would not be disturbed at all, at least for 5 to 10 minutes. The idea behind keeping the time a little less, in the beginning, is to let you get comfortable with the [...]
- Introducing Acupuncture
In this day and age, most people have already heard of acupuncture and maybe you’ve even tried it for back pain or fertility enhancement. An important part of the Chinese health care system, Acupuncture can be traced over 2,500 years. Its theory is based on the premise that there are patterns of energy flow (Qi) [...]
- Forget Fat with Xenical
In the sea of diet pills available today, choosing the right one can become quite confusing, but then again, few are FDA approved or boast a prescription-strength formula like Xenical (brand name Orlistat). Unlike other weight-loss drugs that act to suppress appetite or to speed up metabolism, Xenical works on the digestive system to block [...]
September 17, 2009
- How to Keep Warm on a Chilly Night
Brrrr. It’s getting cold outside and if you’re like us and trying to save money, your plumbing and heating system is probably not jacked all the way up like it used to. But have no fear, a frigid home doesn’t necessarily mean that you need to be chilled to the bone. Here are some natural [...]
September 14, 2009
- 10 Facts You Never Knew About Antibiotics
1. Antibiotics treat infections caused by the growth of bacteria, fungi, or protozoa.
2. Depending on what your specific infection is, your doctor may recommend that you buy generic Cipro, an affordable general antibiotic, or something more specialized toward your specific purpose. Sometimes people like to keep some extra antibiotics in their medicine cabinets in case [...] - Good Bacteria vs. Bad Bacteria
When we think of bacteria we think of evil germs that grow inside of us and make us sick. But that’s only half the definition. True, some bacteria is harmful for the immune system and can cause fatal diseases, but the majority of bacteria is completely harmless, or even good and beneficial for our bodies. [...]
September 8, 2009
- The Best Ingredients for Your Face
When it comes to choosing a skin care regimen, it’s more important to look for key ingredients than to search out a specific product. For example, if you have aging skin that needs a little boost, saying that you need “a moisturizer” is simply not enough—what you really want is something that will condition your [...]
August 28, 2009
- High Blood Pressure and Anger Management
Feeling stressed lately? Suffering from anger management issues?You could be putting your heart in danger. Stress and anger can raise blood pressure levels, and if you already suffer from high blood pressure, could lead to a heart attack or stroke. Avoid stress at all costs, and don’t be quick to anger. Your life could depend [...]
August 10, 2009
- How to Keep Skin Looking Young
As we age, our skin produces less collagen and elasticity that gives our skin its suppleness and tone. Dead skin cells are replaced more slowly and blood vessels slowly weaken, resulting in dull looking skin. For women going through hormonal changes, this exacerbates the process resulting in fine lines and wrinkles.
Is there a way to [...] - Acne Solutions
Dealing with acne regardless of age is a struggle. But you can stop agonizing over acne, and start treating your condition with any of the following successful acne treatments:
1. Benzoyl peroxide is an anti-bacterial agent available in cream and gel. Benzoyl peroxide kills P. Acnes, the bacteria that causes acne. There is also a mild [...] - Do’s and Don’ts for Acne-Free Skin
Acne-free skin is not always genetically possible. Most people struggle throughout their adolescent and adult years with severe acne. Here are a few guidelines to help with achieving acne-free skin.
Do’s:
• Eat healthfully and include lots of foods enriched with Vitamin A, B, E, and zinc. A multivitamin will probably have the recommended vitamins and minerals [...]
July 29, 2009
- Foods That Cause Acne
There are few reasons why food can trigger an acne outbreak.
First, acne often results from having oily skin with clogged pores. Certain foods (like fats and sugars) can be responsible for increasing the production of sebum in your skin (that’s the pussy stuff that sometimes comes out of your pimples). The oil in food that [...]
- Your Burning Acne Questions Answered
We all know what acne looks like, but do you actually know what acne is?
Acne is caused by an overproduction of sebum and the overabundance of blocked pores, which means that the sebum has no where to release naturally. When the sebaceous glands get blocked, a pimple pops up due to the inflammation. Oily [...]
- Psoriasis Home Remedies
Psoriasis can be itchy, unsightly, and extremely annoying. Flare-ups can occur extremely often or extremely rare, but one this is for sure: When you start to see psoriasis building up on your scalp, knees, elbows, or lower back, your first thought is, “How can I get rid of this nasty stuff.”
Shots, creams, pills, ointments, and [...]