Archive for December 28th, 2009

This article describes four natural ingredients, that when combined, result in a non-greasy formula that moisturizes skin, nails, hair and may be used to remove makeup. Most of the ingredients, except one, have been around and well known for centuries. Each makes a contribution to a unique oil with many beneficial skin and health qualities.

Squalene (research with Squalene just started in the early 1900s in Japan, unlike the other three ingredients which have been used, studied and tested for centuries) is an oil derived from several sources. The most interesting source is extraction from the liver of deep sea sharks living in ocean waters from 600 to 1,000 Meters (about 1,970 feet to 3,280 feet) deep. At that depth, there is little, to no sunlight, extreme pressure and low oxygen supply. Their success at living and thriving at that depth results from their livers, which account for nearly one quarter of their total body weight. These deep sea sharks, among other things, were found to be immune to cancer and some other disease which is surprising when they live at levels in the ocean with such poor oxygen content in the water. Continue reading ‘Squalene, Lanolin, Castor Oil and Vitamin E Combined – Unique Treatment For Skin, Hair and Nails’ »

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This article will discuss baby allergies and 3 common symptoms that can be caused by food. If you personally suffer from any of the below symptoms, you may not even be aware that these symptoms might be caused by having a hidden food allergy.

1. Eczema: Dry, itchy skin isn’t usually associated with food; and yet this common skin problem can be caused by having a hidden food allergy to a certain food, like wheat or even dairy. By finding out all of the different foods that can cause eczema and strategically eliminating and reintroducing them, it is possible to cure eczema simply by staying away from a particular food.

2. Asthma: As with eczema, asthma can also be caused by eating a food that your system is particularly sensitive to. It can be difficult sometimes to find out exactly which food is causing the problem; but allergy testing or food elimination diets can help you decipher which foods you should probably stay away from. It is possible to even go off of allergy medications and/or stop using an inhaler simply by removing the food that is causing the asthma in the first place. Continue reading ‘Baby Allergies – 3 Common Symptoms Caused by Food’ »

Jogging and running is better off in summer than in winter because you can certainly jog a mile than splash a good amount of cold water, drink some energy drink and relax yourself but it becomes a pain if you are jogging in the winter when there is snow all around you and the wind blowing on your face is ice cold.

Many might enjoy winter jogging but if you are one of those who hate winters than here are some important things that you should consider before you go for a jog outside in the winters. Continue reading ‘Tips on Winter Jogging’ »

We are often told to drink plenty of plain water in order to stay healthy. Our body is comprised of approximately seventy percent of water. Water helps to hydrate our body. It helps to keep our body and systems function optimally. However, most of us may not know that drinking too much water will lead to over-hydration or water intoxication.

Excessive intake of plain water will dilute the normal sodium level in the body which results to hyponatremia. When a dehydrated person drinks too much of plain water, it causes electrolyte imbalance. This condition is commonly seen in infants under six months, athletes and those with kidney failure. Continue reading ‘Water Intoxication’ »

Generally, acne is caused by bad hygiene and bad diet, such as eating too much junk food, food from milk, sugar, etc. That’s why one of advisable method to prevent acne is to do a good diet by eating vegetables, fruits, and whole grain.

Most people try to cure acne by using soap, lotion and other treatments. But, one of the best method to treat acne is to change your diet and erase all component that trigger acne.

Avoid or reduce eating foods below:

a. Sugar.

Sugar is not just bad for your body but it can give bad effect to skin. Eating too much sugar is commonly related to aging.

b. Coffee and soda.

Drinking too much coffee and soda, especially cola, can cause acne. You can change it by drinking more water. Continue reading ‘How to Cure Acne From Inside Your Body’ »