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Topical botanicals prove effective for pediatric atopic dermatitis

3Jan

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Botanicals

Topical botanicals prove effective for pediatric atopic dermatitis

“Topical botanicals could be used as adjunctive therapy to help reach and maintain disease clearance," Leon H. Kircik, M.D. “Botanicals are not new and have been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese and Indian medicine. However, what’s new is that the botanicals are now being evaluated in a more scientific fashion,” says Leon H. Kircik, M.D., Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, and co-author of the study. Compared to vehicle, results showed the test product achieved superior outcomes in all evaluated clinical parameters. The results revealed that 40% of subjects achieved 0 (clear) on the IGA scale and 60% achieved 0 or 1 (clear or almost clear) on the IGA scale compared to 8% or 38% of vehicle subjects, respectively. The BSA comparative outcomes, as well ...

2020 Health & Wellness Trends to Know About Now

24Dec

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Wellness

2020 Health & Wellness Trends to Know About Now

This year, the health and wellness world was all abuzz with oat milk lattes, elderberries and, of course, the ultimate at-home luxury fitness accessory: the Peloton Bike. Wellness is a market that is constantly growing and evolving, and according to the most recent study by the Global Wellness Institute, the global wellness market is valued at $4.2 trillion, up 12.8 percent from 2015. And with no sign of the market slowing down, we got to wondering what will we be trying, sipping and lathering on in 2020 to keep feeling our best? We did some digging and compiled a few of the biggest health and wellness trends that the coming year the new decade will bring. More ZZZ’s We’ve all hit the snooze button one too many times, and according to the National Sleep Foundation, 45 percent of Amer...

Does Too Much Vitamin C Cause Side Effects?

15Dec

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Wellness

Does Too Much Vitamin C Cause Side Effects?

Vitamin C is a very important nutrient that's abundant in many fruits and vegetables. Getting enough of this vitamin is especially important for maintaining a healthy immune system. It also plays an important role in wound healing, keeping your bones strong, and enhancing brain function. Interestingly, some claim that vitamin C supplements provide benefits beyond those that can be obtained from the vitamin C found in food. However, many supplements contain extremely high amounts of the vitamin, which can cause undesirable side effects in some cases. This article explores the overall safety of vitamin C, whether it's possible to consume too much, and the potential adverse effects of taking large doses. Vitamin C is Water-Soluble and Not Stored in Your Body Vitamin C is a w...

6Dec

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Diet

Mediterranean Diet vs. Nordic Diet

EVERY CULTURE has its own take on what makes a healthy diet. Often the variations between cuisines of different regions are based on what’s locally available. For example, the corn that America is so well known for isn’t grown in all corners of the world, while the chickpeas and olives that give Middle Eastern dish their recognizable flair may be less widely available in other parts of the world. Two regionally-inspired approaches to healthy eating have made the leap to formal, recognizable diets. Both the Mediterranean diet, which approximates the dietary habits of people living near the Mediterranean Sea, and the Nordic diet, which mimics a health-conscious, modern Scandinavian approach to food and lifestyle, are now considered good options for people everywhere. Mediterranean Diet...

Mediterranean Diet Review: Does It Work for Weight Loss?

26Nov

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Diet

Mediterranean Diet Review: Does It Work for Weight Loss?

The Mediterranean diet has a long-standing reputation as one of the healthiest eating patterns around. It’s also considered one of the most popular plans among dieters because it’s flexible, rich in flavorful foods, and brimming with health benefits. In fact, the Mediterranean diet has been linked to increased weight loss, decreased inflammation, and a lower risk of chronic disease. What is the Mediterranean diet? The Mediterranean diet is a style of eating that is based on the traditional diets of Mediterranean countries like Spain, France, Italy, and Greece. Researchers noticed that people in these countries had lower rates of chronic disease, compared with those in the United States and Northern Europe, and they attributed this to their unique dietary pattern. How to f...

5 Neglected Natural Remedies For Lower Back Pain

26Nov

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Remedies

5 Neglected Natural Remedies For Lower Back Pain

Persistent pain in the lower back is mostly due to our sedentary lifestyle. We often spend a large part of our days sitting. We sit for the entire day in the office working on our laptops, then while commuting, eating dinner, watching our favorite show late at night, everything in a seated position, which puts a lot of pressure on our lower back and in the end, we experience an irresistible pain. But these tricks only provide you temporary relief and the pain returns the next day. Here are some small tweaks that you can make in your daily routine to get rid of nasty lower back pain. • Exercise regularly As we spend our entire day in a seated position, it is crucial to exercise to relax our back muscles. Exercising regularly strengthens our back, stomach and leg muscles. Strong mus...

13Nov

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Remedies

Home Remedies To Help Reduce Bad Breath

Bad breath can be very embarrassing in social situations. Bad breath is otherwise known as halitosis. What is challenging about bad breath is that you can scarcely be a good judge of how your smells. There's a way people cup their hands around their mouths to smell their own breath. This trick is not always accurate, and it may leave you thinking your breath is okay when it's probably not. Or that your breath is not okay when it actually is. What Are The Possible Causes Of Bad Breath? This is not hard to tell. There's no mystery there. Ninety percent of bad breath originates from the mouth. A kind of bad odor from the mouth that may occur as a result of poor oral hygiene, gum disease, and dental cavities. Also, bacteria that live in your mouth can cause your mouth to produce smell...

Eyebrow Dandruff: Best Natural Remedies To Try

11Nov

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Remedies

Eyebrow Dandruff: Best Natural Remedies To Try

An unlikely place to find flaky skin is the eyebrow because we are used to tackling the scalp directly to get rid of dandruff. However, when the condition is chronic, it can spread to other parts of the body that have glands to secrete oil, especially the forehead and face area, inevitably affecting the eyebrows too. A chronic condition of dandruff is called seborrheic dermatitis, which can occur among both adults and children. It leads to skin rashes, greasy skin, and whitish scales. In other words, it's an itchy rash located on an individual’s scalp that also contains flaky scales. The causes are similar to eczema and psoriasis such as cold or dry environments, products disagreeable with the skin and allergies. The specific triggers with regards to dandruff are oil and yeast buildup a...

5Nov

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Diet

Can Beyond Meat Be Called Meat?

A coalition for the cattle industry, Center for Consumer Freedom, took full-page ads in U.S. newspapers to let consumers know that plant-based meat substitutes are ultra-processed. Hoping to stem the tidal wave of excitement for eating plant-based meat substitutes, the ad screamed, “What’s hiding in your plant-based meat?” Over the years, the phrase “processed food” has become a negative descriptor. For example, Velveeta is a branded processed cheese product that tastes like American cheese. According to the FDA, Velveeta cannot be called cheese: its real name is “pasteurized prepared cheese product,” a term for which the FDA does not maintain a standard of identity. The days when processed food products like Velveeta could pass as real are long gone. Kraft Heinz, Campbell’s and othe...

21Oct

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Diet

What’s the Best Weight-Loss Diet?

There’s no one right answer, says registered dietitian Andrea Dunn, RD. “The best diet is the one you’re going to follow,” she says. “And I don’t say that tongue in cheek! There’s no one diet that will fit everybody’s needs, personalities, lifestyles or food preferences.” Science-backed diets Fad diets have been around forever, and most come and go for a reason: They don’t work long-term. If you’re looking to lose weight — and keep it off — Dunn recommends starting with an eating plan backed by solid science. Here are her top 3 picks: Mediterranean Diet Technically, the Mediterranean diet isn’t a diet, Dunn says. “It’s more of a lifestyle.” Based on typical eating habits from the Mediterranean area, this plan is heavy on plant-based foods. The basics: Load up on veggies, ...