By Ronron Lee
Tinnitus is one of the ear disorders that are being faced by many people as of today. Frequent ringing and buzzing are among the common symptoms that tinnitus is having. The ringing and buzzing of a certain ear will seem to be abnormal especially when there is no cause why such ear is ringing. Anyone can have the possibility of having this ear disorder, thus, while it is not still due to you, it is important to know the best relief of this kind of illness.
Most of the time, doctors and other health consultant are being addressed as a symptom rather than a disorder. It has been said that tinnitus is just a symptoms toward a more complicated ear illness that may occur to anyone. If this is being left untreated, then there would be greater chances for you to acquire serious ear disorder even in a just short period of time. This ear condition can possibly happen in both ears of a person without even any stimuli being produced. When you already have experienced ringing and buzzing all the time, then that is already an alarm for you.
If you have tinnitus, then that can be a great cause of discomfort for your life, and if you have already felt these symptoms, then the better thing and initial step that you should follow is to ask the help of those health experts right away. Make some consultations about this matter, since it is always the doctor whom can provide as with such answers. If you have this kind of ear problem, make your move immediately of treating it in order to avoid too much danger. As much as possible, bear in mind that tinnitus may lead to complicated ear problem, thus treating it right away is the only solution in order to prevent it to happen.
There are options that you can utilized while having your treatment, like the use of earplugs. This will help lessen the decibels of every sound that you can hear within your surroundings. There are many ways where you can have the chance of being free from tinnitus and one of the best miracles that would help a lot of tinnitus sufferers is the "Tinnitus Miracle". This is one of the best solution that you can utilized in order to get rid from your ear disorder, and once you are able to use such product, then having a life free from ringing and buzzing is already in your hand.
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Ringing in Ears Treatment - Don't Suffer Too Long
By August Seth
Some people suffer from a constant ringing in their ears. Sometimes this ringing will go away on its own and often occurs after you have been to a concert or to a noisy venue. Often this goes away though. Sometimes you work in a noisy environment and experience ringing in your ears after you leave work. This also often goes away on its own. For some people however they have found that their ringing never stops and is constant.
This constant ringing in a persons ears is called Tinnitus. The person is not actually hearing anything. Tinnitus is a ringing sound that people hear that is not caused by any external noise. It is actually in your head. Quite literally. Prolonged Tinnitus is usually caused by hearing loss and it is generally found in one out of five people over the age of fifty five. There is not much that modern medicine can do to solve this problem in most cases and if you can't be helped by modern medicine you are going to have to found an alternative treatment that will work for you.
Below are some treatments that others have had success with that you can try yourself to see if they work for you.
Acupuncture: This is not a treatment for the faint of heart. Acupuncture involves putting tiny sharp needles into the nerve endings in your ears. The theory is that this will relieve the pressure of those damaged nerve endings and will help them heal so that the Tinnitus symptoms will lessen. This is not something that will last forever and you will need to return for further treatments every so often thus making it not the cheapest solution for long time sufferers of Tinnitus.
Herbs and Vitamins: If acupuncture is not something for you then you can try taking vitamin supplements and drinking herbal teas. Some people have found this helps increase their immune system and can give them some relief from their tinnitus symptoms. Often this is something that is recommended by doctors who have not been able to give their patients anything else to help them with their Tinnitus symptoms.
White Noise Machines: White noise machines can work to cancel out the sound of the ringing you are experiencing in your ears. This can actually gradually reduce the sound you are hearing to the point that after a few months when you take away the white noise machine it is possible that you will not hear the ringing anymore at all. This method has proven to be very useful for many people and may be the one that will work best for you if you do not mind investing in a white noise machine.
Just reducing the noise you are around in your environment will greatly reduce your Tinnitus symptoms. Try wearing ear plugs and avoiding standing too close to speakers when at concerts or at other loud events. This can give your ears a chance to readjust and thus lessen your Tinnitus symptoms.
Some people suffer from a constant ringing in their ears. Sometimes this ringing will go away on its own and often occurs after you have been to a concert or to a noisy venue. Often this goes away though. Sometimes you work in a noisy environment and experience ringing in your ears after you leave work. This also often goes away on its own. For some people however they have found that their ringing never stops and is constant.
This constant ringing in a persons ears is called Tinnitus. The person is not actually hearing anything. Tinnitus is a ringing sound that people hear that is not caused by any external noise. It is actually in your head. Quite literally. Prolonged Tinnitus is usually caused by hearing loss and it is generally found in one out of five people over the age of fifty five. There is not much that modern medicine can do to solve this problem in most cases and if you can't be helped by modern medicine you are going to have to found an alternative treatment that will work for you.
Below are some treatments that others have had success with that you can try yourself to see if they work for you.
Acupuncture: This is not a treatment for the faint of heart. Acupuncture involves putting tiny sharp needles into the nerve endings in your ears. The theory is that this will relieve the pressure of those damaged nerve endings and will help them heal so that the Tinnitus symptoms will lessen. This is not something that will last forever and you will need to return for further treatments every so often thus making it not the cheapest solution for long time sufferers of Tinnitus.
Herbs and Vitamins: If acupuncture is not something for you then you can try taking vitamin supplements and drinking herbal teas. Some people have found this helps increase their immune system and can give them some relief from their tinnitus symptoms. Often this is something that is recommended by doctors who have not been able to give their patients anything else to help them with their Tinnitus symptoms.
White Noise Machines: White noise machines can work to cancel out the sound of the ringing you are experiencing in your ears. This can actually gradually reduce the sound you are hearing to the point that after a few months when you take away the white noise machine it is possible that you will not hear the ringing anymore at all. This method has proven to be very useful for many people and may be the one that will work best for you if you do not mind investing in a white noise machine.
Just reducing the noise you are around in your environment will greatly reduce your Tinnitus symptoms. Try wearing ear plugs and avoiding standing too close to speakers when at concerts or at other loud events. This can give your ears a chance to readjust and thus lessen your Tinnitus symptoms.
Defending Your Ears Against Hearing Loss
By Paul Wilbarg
Listening to noises that are too loud will eventually result in hearing loss. Even noises which are only slightly above the maximum level will damage your hearing over a long period of time. For those who are working in a noisy environment, you need to be especially careful of how you treat your ears. Once you have lost your hearing you can't get it back, and its usually only once the damage has happened that you regret not looking after them more carefully. Defending your ears against hearing loss is quite simple, by the use of various hearing protectors that are on the market today.
The most common hearing protector today is a set of ear plugs. These are usually foam and are cheap and also disposable. They are one of the best ways to protect your hearing and they are probably the most comfortable. The issue with these though is that they are not rated for noises that are very loud. If you are working in a very loud factory then ear muffs are your only option. If you get the more expensive ones which are rated for jet planes then you won't have any problems working where it is very noisy.
Electric Hearing Protection is also beginning to become more and more popular. These work quite well, but are much more expensive and they also break easily. What ever your choice, just make sure that you are wearing hearing protection every second of the day that you are in a noisy environment. Even just a minute a day will cause you to lose hearing, and you want to still have that when you are 60!
Listening to noises that are too loud will eventually result in hearing loss. Even noises which are only slightly above the maximum level will damage your hearing over a long period of time. For those who are working in a noisy environment, you need to be especially careful of how you treat your ears. Once you have lost your hearing you can't get it back, and its usually only once the damage has happened that you regret not looking after them more carefully. Defending your ears against hearing loss is quite simple, by the use of various hearing protectors that are on the market today.
The most common hearing protector today is a set of ear plugs. These are usually foam and are cheap and also disposable. They are one of the best ways to protect your hearing and they are probably the most comfortable. The issue with these though is that they are not rated for noises that are very loud. If you are working in a very loud factory then ear muffs are your only option. If you get the more expensive ones which are rated for jet planes then you won't have any problems working where it is very noisy.
Electric Hearing Protection is also beginning to become more and more popular. These work quite well, but are much more expensive and they also break easily. What ever your choice, just make sure that you are wearing hearing protection every second of the day that you are in a noisy environment. Even just a minute a day will cause you to lose hearing, and you want to still have that when you are 60!
What Are the Causes of Hearing Loss?
By M. Newman
What causes hearing problems in adults? Why is it that we can go a whole lifetime without noticing any hearing problems but then suddenly develop major hearing loss as we get older? Is it age related or due to some form of trauma? Let's consider some of the most common causes of hearing problems.
Sometimes such a loss is not brought upon any external factors, but simply results from a disease called otosclerosis. This disease involves the middle ear capsule and affects the movement of "stapes" inside the ear. Another common disease is called Meniere's disease, and this disease affects the membranous inner ear. Acoustic neuroma is a tumor that causes hearing loss, and this can form inside the eighth cranial nerve.
A condition called presbycusis is what we refer to as "old age" hearing loss. This condition is not a strictly defined disease, but does result in a degeneration of the cochlea, as well as other parts of the auditory system. You may be surprised to learn that an individual's hearing actually starts to degenerate after the age of 20. However, the most common age range in which symptoms become pronounced is 55-65.
Physical trauma, such as temporal bone fractures, eardrum punctures and sudden changes in air pressure can also cause hearing loss. These are classified as traumatic injuries. Prescription medications can also contribute to ear problems and hearing loss, such as aminoglycoside antibiotics, salicylates and various chemotherapy drugs.
You also have to take into account the massive amounts of noise pollution we endure on a regular basis. For example, in a given day's time you will listen to dozens of car horns, a few jet planes flying over head, some awesome heavy metal songs on your iPod and headphone set, a few rock concerts a year, a lawn mower twice a month and a paper shredder every day. These are just some examples of loud noises that we take for granted. Listening to a lifetime of noise pollution does have an effect on our lives.
In the next several years, the "baby boomer" generation will be facing problems with hearing. As a person naturally ages, the risk of developing hearing problems drastically increases. Interestingly, recent studies have shown that this generation makes up the largest segment of the American population. This is a generation that has contributed to the increase of noise pollution more than any previous generation. At the same time, this is a generation that is expected to live longer than any previous generation because of other breakthroughs in modern medicine. (Not to mention the "health kick" that so many Americans are exploring.)
It is safe to assume then that there will be an unprecedented need for hearing aids in the next two decades. Whether these "needs" will be addressed remains to be seen. Let it be known though, that a lack of hearing compromises the beauty and enjoyment of your life, particularly your Golden Years. Take action now so you can hear what all the fuss is about-hearing aids for the baby-booming generation.
What causes hearing problems in adults? Why is it that we can go a whole lifetime without noticing any hearing problems but then suddenly develop major hearing loss as we get older? Is it age related or due to some form of trauma? Let's consider some of the most common causes of hearing problems.
Sometimes such a loss is not brought upon any external factors, but simply results from a disease called otosclerosis. This disease involves the middle ear capsule and affects the movement of "stapes" inside the ear. Another common disease is called Meniere's disease, and this disease affects the membranous inner ear. Acoustic neuroma is a tumor that causes hearing loss, and this can form inside the eighth cranial nerve.
A condition called presbycusis is what we refer to as "old age" hearing loss. This condition is not a strictly defined disease, but does result in a degeneration of the cochlea, as well as other parts of the auditory system. You may be surprised to learn that an individual's hearing actually starts to degenerate after the age of 20. However, the most common age range in which symptoms become pronounced is 55-65.
Physical trauma, such as temporal bone fractures, eardrum punctures and sudden changes in air pressure can also cause hearing loss. These are classified as traumatic injuries. Prescription medications can also contribute to ear problems and hearing loss, such as aminoglycoside antibiotics, salicylates and various chemotherapy drugs.
You also have to take into account the massive amounts of noise pollution we endure on a regular basis. For example, in a given day's time you will listen to dozens of car horns, a few jet planes flying over head, some awesome heavy metal songs on your iPod and headphone set, a few rock concerts a year, a lawn mower twice a month and a paper shredder every day. These are just some examples of loud noises that we take for granted. Listening to a lifetime of noise pollution does have an effect on our lives.
In the next several years, the "baby boomer" generation will be facing problems with hearing. As a person naturally ages, the risk of developing hearing problems drastically increases. Interestingly, recent studies have shown that this generation makes up the largest segment of the American population. This is a generation that has contributed to the increase of noise pollution more than any previous generation. At the same time, this is a generation that is expected to live longer than any previous generation because of other breakthroughs in modern medicine. (Not to mention the "health kick" that so many Americans are exploring.)
It is safe to assume then that there will be an unprecedented need for hearing aids in the next two decades. Whether these "needs" will be addressed remains to be seen. Let it be known though, that a lack of hearing compromises the beauty and enjoyment of your life, particularly your Golden Years. Take action now so you can hear what all the fuss is about-hearing aids for the baby-booming generation.
Natural Tinnitus Remedy - It May Be a Better Solution Then Your Doctor's
By Karen Kalata
Visiting your doctor is supposed to be an easy way to find answers to medical issues. When you have a problem that you doctor is baffled by, frustration and discouragement can quickly take hold. After all, if your doctor isn't sure of how to treat your ringing ears, what are you supposed to do about it?
The frustrating part of tinnitus is that it has so many different causes, making it baffling to even doctors. They often do not have the time to invest in determining why you are experiencing this problem, let alone make numerous suggestions that may or may not be effective. The good news is that you can explore the options for a natural tinnitus remedy.
It's Not One Size Fits All
Unlike so many other medical conditions, there isn't one reason for ringing ears; there definitely isn't one pharmaceutical or natural tinnitus remedy that will knock out symptoms and cure your disease. In fact, tinnitus has many causes. Some people suffer as a result of another medical condition.
Most often, this related disease is something like Meniere's disease or TMJ. It could, however, be that you are taking a medication that has tinnitus as a known side effect. If your root cause is not disease, then damage is a big possibility.
When the delicate bones, cartilage and chambers in the ear canal are exposed to loud noise on a consistent basis, things malfunction. Other problems can even come into play, such as blood pressure, stress and misaligned joints and bones.
Because of the many different possibilities, there are choices that you will have to make when discussing the natural tinnitus remedy that is right for you. If you can determine your root cause, you will be able to make better decision as to what treatment methods to attempt. It's common to try several before the proper treatment comes to light.
Finding a Natural Tinnitus Remedy
Before you start your search for the best natural tinnitus remedy, you should immediately assess your lifestyle with prevention in mind. Avoid loud noises so that further damage does not occur. In addition, cut out things that are known to exacerbate the condition, such as alcohol. Finally, while your natural tinnitus remedy is taking hold, coping mechanisms can be employed, such as running a fan to block the annoyance.
Increase Your Blood Flow
Tinnitus can be caused by obstructed blood flow. If this is the case, your natural tinnitus remedy should address that. Treatments such as massage and chiropractic care can help in that area. You can also use an internal application of the herb gingko biloba in the ear canal.
Build Up Your Immunity
Regardless of what your root cause is, building your immune system can decrease your symptoms. The stronger your body is, the better your ability to fight illness. In addition, specific vitamins and minerals are known to increase ear health specifically. Be sure that you are focusing on B vitamins, plus any categories that contribute to overall immune function, such as vitamin C.
Clean The Canal
Some cases of ringing ears are caused by blockage in the canal. Cleaning your ear canal is a natural tinnitus remedy that can bring immediate relief. Ear candling is a popular way to clean excess wax, but you can also rinse the canal gently with a saline solution. You may have to repeat this a few times before the problem in eliminated.
Visiting your doctor is supposed to be an easy way to find answers to medical issues. When you have a problem that you doctor is baffled by, frustration and discouragement can quickly take hold. After all, if your doctor isn't sure of how to treat your ringing ears, what are you supposed to do about it?
The frustrating part of tinnitus is that it has so many different causes, making it baffling to even doctors. They often do not have the time to invest in determining why you are experiencing this problem, let alone make numerous suggestions that may or may not be effective. The good news is that you can explore the options for a natural tinnitus remedy.
It's Not One Size Fits All
Unlike so many other medical conditions, there isn't one reason for ringing ears; there definitely isn't one pharmaceutical or natural tinnitus remedy that will knock out symptoms and cure your disease. In fact, tinnitus has many causes. Some people suffer as a result of another medical condition.
Most often, this related disease is something like Meniere's disease or TMJ. It could, however, be that you are taking a medication that has tinnitus as a known side effect. If your root cause is not disease, then damage is a big possibility.
When the delicate bones, cartilage and chambers in the ear canal are exposed to loud noise on a consistent basis, things malfunction. Other problems can even come into play, such as blood pressure, stress and misaligned joints and bones.
Because of the many different possibilities, there are choices that you will have to make when discussing the natural tinnitus remedy that is right for you. If you can determine your root cause, you will be able to make better decision as to what treatment methods to attempt. It's common to try several before the proper treatment comes to light.
Finding a Natural Tinnitus Remedy
Before you start your search for the best natural tinnitus remedy, you should immediately assess your lifestyle with prevention in mind. Avoid loud noises so that further damage does not occur. In addition, cut out things that are known to exacerbate the condition, such as alcohol. Finally, while your natural tinnitus remedy is taking hold, coping mechanisms can be employed, such as running a fan to block the annoyance.
Increase Your Blood Flow
Tinnitus can be caused by obstructed blood flow. If this is the case, your natural tinnitus remedy should address that. Treatments such as massage and chiropractic care can help in that area. You can also use an internal application of the herb gingko biloba in the ear canal.
Build Up Your Immunity
Regardless of what your root cause is, building your immune system can decrease your symptoms. The stronger your body is, the better your ability to fight illness. In addition, specific vitamins and minerals are known to increase ear health specifically. Be sure that you are focusing on B vitamins, plus any categories that contribute to overall immune function, such as vitamin C.
Clean The Canal
Some cases of ringing ears are caused by blockage in the canal. Cleaning your ear canal is a natural tinnitus remedy that can bring immediate relief. Ear candling is a popular way to clean excess wax, but you can also rinse the canal gently with a saline solution. You may have to repeat this a few times before the problem in eliminated.
What is Tinnitus and Why is There Ringing in My Ears?
By Charles J McDonald
On kind of tinnitus is called objective tinnitus. This merely means that the noises in your head can be verified by an outside observer. Though you may be surprised to discover where these sounds are coming from!
Many individuals who suffer with objective tinnitus are told that the many of the processes occurring in their body are not silent ones. Not only are they not quiet, but that's exactly what these people are hearing. The sounds of the body.
Initially, it seems like this description should be a low-grade science fiction movie. But let's just look at one sound we know emanates from our physical bodies: our hart beat.
Every time you visit your doctor he listens for your heart beat. Yes, he listens with his trusty stethoscope. Your heart beats... your blood "whooshes" through your arteries... joints creak.. stomachs growl.
Well, you get the idea no doubt. If you really gave it some thought, the body is probably far from silent.
But let's face it, most of us unless we have an instrument which amplifies sounds, just don't hear any of this. Why? For one thing, many of these sounds are in areas where it's really difficult to hear them. You might say these noises are in parts of the body that are "well insulated." These activities, many times, are surrounded by muscles or other tissues. These tissues and muscles effectively capture and contain the vibrations which, in turn, create the sounds.
But there are several other reasons why you don't hear these noises. Your brain has the marvelous ability o simply tune them out.
That's right! Your brain makes a judgment, so to speak: relevant or irrelevant sound. (Sounds like a new game show!) It then makes the decision to filter out all the irrelevant sounds. To you, it's as the noises never existed at all.
The brain actually makes another decision too. The brain ignores sounds produced with incessant regularity -- like the beating of your heart. Otherwise you would be listening to that sound day in and day out. Imagine not being able to sleep because your heart was beating too loud.
On kind of tinnitus is called objective tinnitus. This merely means that the noises in your head can be verified by an outside observer. Though you may be surprised to discover where these sounds are coming from!
Many individuals who suffer with objective tinnitus are told that the many of the processes occurring in their body are not silent ones. Not only are they not quiet, but that's exactly what these people are hearing. The sounds of the body.
Initially, it seems like this description should be a low-grade science fiction movie. But let's just look at one sound we know emanates from our physical bodies: our hart beat.
Every time you visit your doctor he listens for your heart beat. Yes, he listens with his trusty stethoscope. Your heart beats... your blood "whooshes" through your arteries... joints creak.. stomachs growl.
Well, you get the idea no doubt. If you really gave it some thought, the body is probably far from silent.
But let's face it, most of us unless we have an instrument which amplifies sounds, just don't hear any of this. Why? For one thing, many of these sounds are in areas where it's really difficult to hear them. You might say these noises are in parts of the body that are "well insulated." These activities, many times, are surrounded by muscles or other tissues. These tissues and muscles effectively capture and contain the vibrations which, in turn, create the sounds.
But there are several other reasons why you don't hear these noises. Your brain has the marvelous ability o simply tune them out.
That's right! Your brain makes a judgment, so to speak: relevant or irrelevant sound. (Sounds like a new game show!) It then makes the decision to filter out all the irrelevant sounds. To you, it's as the noises never existed at all.
The brain actually makes another decision too. The brain ignores sounds produced with incessant regularity -- like the beating of your heart. Otherwise you would be listening to that sound day in and day out. Imagine not being able to sleep because your heart was beating too loud.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
How to Develop Fresh Young Skin Quickly and Keep Looking That Way
By Ingrid Palmer
Everyone wants to have radiant and fresh young skin. Unfortunately, nature itself has its own negative effects on the skin like overexposure to sunlight and of course, the effects of natural aging process. The older you become the more you should exert effort to look for the best skin care products like creams and lotions to keep your skin look younger.
However apart from treating this problem superficially you should also feed your skin with essential nutrients to keep it young and healthy. Eating lots of fresh fruits and vegetables will go a long way in providing your skin with well needed antioxidants, vitamins and minerals to keep it smooth and supple. Also drinking 8 glasses of water daily, quit smoking and protecting your skin whenever you go out into the sun by wearing sunscreen of SPF 15 and higher.
Now, here is one hectic part. If you are dead serious to maintain the beautiful look of your skin, you need to learn about the best all natural ingredients that help provide proper nourishment to your skin and counter the effects of aging. You cannot simply find these natural ingredients in lotions and creams anywhere you shop because they are produced by companies that do not mix harsh substances on their products like paraben, mineral oil, and alcohol.
Remember that the best skin creams contain only the nourishing substances that keep your skin healthy. Example the natural oils such as macadamia oil and jojoba oil are great moisturizers that are rich in vitamins and minerals. These substances are known to effectively eliminate skin blemishes and stretch marks while giving proper moisture to your skin.
Avocado oil contains the essential fatty acids which are highly compatible to the fatty acids you skin is made of. A beautiful and healthy looking skin is rich in these fatty acids.
To enhance further the beauty of your skin, you need more than these emollients. There are skin care products that provide the necessary nutrients to your skin which are similar to the nutrients that you get from eating healthy food. Your body processes this food to enhance its production of collagen and elastin.
You maybe have encountered some creams and lotions containing collagen. But, is it really effective? The true fact is that the collagen in these products is too large to penetrate deep into the skin to deliver its purpose. The only method to increase the natural levels of collagen in your body is to provide the necessary nutrients that help stimulate its production.
You can actually increase the production of collagen in your body through the use of lotions and creams that have functional keratin. Functional is referred to as bio-avialable. One of these substances is CynergyTK rich in functional keratin that helps increase the levels of collagen and elastin in your skin.
The positive effects of CynergyTK is enhanced when combined with natural emollients like macadamia oil and jojoba oil the help restore skin damage, preserve fresh and younger looking skin, and slow down the process of aging.
Everyone wants to have radiant and fresh young skin. Unfortunately, nature itself has its own negative effects on the skin like overexposure to sunlight and of course, the effects of natural aging process. The older you become the more you should exert effort to look for the best skin care products like creams and lotions to keep your skin look younger.
However apart from treating this problem superficially you should also feed your skin with essential nutrients to keep it young and healthy. Eating lots of fresh fruits and vegetables will go a long way in providing your skin with well needed antioxidants, vitamins and minerals to keep it smooth and supple. Also drinking 8 glasses of water daily, quit smoking and protecting your skin whenever you go out into the sun by wearing sunscreen of SPF 15 and higher.
Now, here is one hectic part. If you are dead serious to maintain the beautiful look of your skin, you need to learn about the best all natural ingredients that help provide proper nourishment to your skin and counter the effects of aging. You cannot simply find these natural ingredients in lotions and creams anywhere you shop because they are produced by companies that do not mix harsh substances on their products like paraben, mineral oil, and alcohol.
Remember that the best skin creams contain only the nourishing substances that keep your skin healthy. Example the natural oils such as macadamia oil and jojoba oil are great moisturizers that are rich in vitamins and minerals. These substances are known to effectively eliminate skin blemishes and stretch marks while giving proper moisture to your skin.
Avocado oil contains the essential fatty acids which are highly compatible to the fatty acids you skin is made of. A beautiful and healthy looking skin is rich in these fatty acids.
To enhance further the beauty of your skin, you need more than these emollients. There are skin care products that provide the necessary nutrients to your skin which are similar to the nutrients that you get from eating healthy food. Your body processes this food to enhance its production of collagen and elastin.
You maybe have encountered some creams and lotions containing collagen. But, is it really effective? The true fact is that the collagen in these products is too large to penetrate deep into the skin to deliver its purpose. The only method to increase the natural levels of collagen in your body is to provide the necessary nutrients that help stimulate its production.
You can actually increase the production of collagen in your body through the use of lotions and creams that have functional keratin. Functional is referred to as bio-avialable. One of these substances is CynergyTK rich in functional keratin that helps increase the levels of collagen and elastin in your skin.
The positive effects of CynergyTK is enhanced when combined with natural emollients like macadamia oil and jojoba oil the help restore skin damage, preserve fresh and younger looking skin, and slow down the process of aging.
5 Healthy and Simple Ways to Care For Sensitive Skin - The Best Sensitive Skin Care Tips
By Ingrid Palmer
Taking care of sensitive skin is very challenging. You will find it initially difficult to look for the products that best suits your type of skin. I have here some helpful sensitive skin care tips that you can follow.
These simple yet effective tips fit best for sensitive skin like you have.
1. Avoid Buying Risky Products
You may not be aware of it but there are skin care products that have harmful ingredients mixed in them. These are chemicals, fragrances, parabens, alcohol, and petroleum by-products which seem not to cause any harm by their names but proven to trigger skin problems in the long run.
2. Prefer to Use Homemade Treatments
While you still could not find the right skin care product to use, you can opt for these natural home treatments for sensitive skin:
- Use olive oil for skin cleansing. It is a gentle way to clean off grime, dirt, and make up.
- Moisturize your skin and prevent wrinkles to develop by using almond oil, jojoba oil, raw honey, or shea butter.
- You can use oats as face mask to purify and smooth out your skin.
- Apply on your skin pure aloe vera gel to sooth and hydrate it.
3. Look for Products that are Safe to Use
Look for products that are effective and safe to use suitable for sensitive skin. Moisturizers scientifically proven to penetrate into your skin to deliver the best benefits such as youthful, glowing, and healthy skin are recommended.
In order for these natural products to render effectively, they must contain at least 50 percent of the active ingredients. Examples of these natural ingredients are Coenzyme Q10, Phytessence Wakame, and CynergyTK.
4. Strengthen Your Physical Health
If you have naturally sensitive skin, you can still find ways to improve it. Nourish your health with the necessary vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids to fell better from inside out. Drink plenty of water daily, exercise for at least 30 minutes daily and try to lower your level of stress.
5. Avoid Sun Burn
Sunlight is also good for your health, however too much exposure from sunlight can do harm to your health. Expose your skin only to moderate sunlight to get your tan. Apply natural and chemical free sunscreen if it is necessary to stay longer outside.
Follow these skin care tips and you will be on your way to achieving beautiful, younger looking skin.
Taking care of sensitive skin is very challenging. You will find it initially difficult to look for the products that best suits your type of skin. I have here some helpful sensitive skin care tips that you can follow.
These simple yet effective tips fit best for sensitive skin like you have.
1. Avoid Buying Risky Products
You may not be aware of it but there are skin care products that have harmful ingredients mixed in them. These are chemicals, fragrances, parabens, alcohol, and petroleum by-products which seem not to cause any harm by their names but proven to trigger skin problems in the long run.
2. Prefer to Use Homemade Treatments
While you still could not find the right skin care product to use, you can opt for these natural home treatments for sensitive skin:
- Use olive oil for skin cleansing. It is a gentle way to clean off grime, dirt, and make up.
- Moisturize your skin and prevent wrinkles to develop by using almond oil, jojoba oil, raw honey, or shea butter.
- You can use oats as face mask to purify and smooth out your skin.
- Apply on your skin pure aloe vera gel to sooth and hydrate it.
3. Look for Products that are Safe to Use
Look for products that are effective and safe to use suitable for sensitive skin. Moisturizers scientifically proven to penetrate into your skin to deliver the best benefits such as youthful, glowing, and healthy skin are recommended.
In order for these natural products to render effectively, they must contain at least 50 percent of the active ingredients. Examples of these natural ingredients are Coenzyme Q10, Phytessence Wakame, and CynergyTK.
4. Strengthen Your Physical Health
If you have naturally sensitive skin, you can still find ways to improve it. Nourish your health with the necessary vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids to fell better from inside out. Drink plenty of water daily, exercise for at least 30 minutes daily and try to lower your level of stress.
5. Avoid Sun Burn
Sunlight is also good for your health, however too much exposure from sunlight can do harm to your health. Expose your skin only to moderate sunlight to get your tan. Apply natural and chemical free sunscreen if it is necessary to stay longer outside.
Follow these skin care tips and you will be on your way to achieving beautiful, younger looking skin.
Saturday, April 17, 2010
Weight Gain and Why it is Important to Eat Healthy Food
By : Joanne McMahon
Being overweight and weight gain is often blamed on eating too much food, eating the wrong kind of foods and traditionally, lack of exercise. This is correct in many cases and often restructuring your meals and changing your foods by balancing the food groups can lead to massive weight loss. There are often other causes of weight gain which vary from hormonal imbalances, side effects of medication and even emotional stress. A lot of people think that by not eating, you will see weight loss. This is not true. If you decrease your food intake dramatically, your body will assume there is a food shortage and it will try and conserve energy. This means no weight loss and your body will hold onto whatever fat your body is carrying to protect itself. A well balanced diet consisting of three meals per day based on protein and carbohydrates will see a reduction in your waistline. Take a Tape measure and if you are a woman and your waist is greater than 80 centimetres or for a man 94 centimetres, it is time to start working on your diet and reducing your waist-line. Often, we don't eat a lot over the day, yet we do not lose weight. Well, it is not the actual quantity of the food that leads to weight gain, but it is the actual type of food that we consume that causes the problem. Foods that lead to weight gain include white bread, white rice, white pasta, white potato and foods that are high in sugar and saturated fats. Sodas and soft drinks are full of sugar and need to be removed from your diet. These foods and soft drinks need to be removed and replaced with foods that contain nutrients and vitamins. You need to consume foods that will give you more energy and keep you fuller for longer. Avoid foods that are high in carbohydrates and sugar if you are keen to avoid weight gain. Avoid white bread, white rice,white potato,sugary sodas, sweets,corn chips and high fat burgers, fries and pizzas.These foods often lead to weight gain as they are high in carbohydrates and can lead to cravings. While not all carbohydrates are bad for us, too many high carb foods can lead to weight gain and cravings. We must not eliminate carbohydrates altogether from our diet but we must choose carbohydrates that are healthy and nutritious and will fuel our bodies. So what is healthy eating? Basically, healthy eating means a healthy diet. It means that you should consume fruits and vegetables, whole grains, low and non fat dairy products, legumes, fish, lean meat and poultry. The total amount of food that you need each day to provide you with your energy and nutrient needs depends on your age, sex and activity levels. It is important to get into the habit of choosing to eat more healthy foods on a daily basis. By doing this, you will find that your stomach does not have enough room for any bad foods! The best way to prevent heart disease and weight gain is to consume a healthy diet low in saturated fat and sugar. Healthy eating means aiming to consume a diet high in fibre, whole grains and proteins and this should include cereals, vegetables and legumes. Include in your diet fruit, milk, yoghurt and cheese. Consume lean meat, oily fish and poultry. Healthy eating also means not over eating. Choosing sensible portions of food is also paramount in keeping your weight in control. Many people eat way more food than they need and the average dinner plate size has gone from small to large. If you consume your food too fast or you eat until you are really full, you are most likely overweight. Be mindful of what you eat. Choose healthy eating over unhealthy eating. Slow down, chew slowly and enjoy every bite and reap the rewards of healthy choices
Being overweight and weight gain is often blamed on eating too much food, eating the wrong kind of foods and traditionally, lack of exercise. This is correct in many cases and often restructuring your meals and changing your foods by balancing the food groups can lead to massive weight loss. There are often other causes of weight gain which vary from hormonal imbalances, side effects of medication and even emotional stress. A lot of people think that by not eating, you will see weight loss. This is not true. If you decrease your food intake dramatically, your body will assume there is a food shortage and it will try and conserve energy. This means no weight loss and your body will hold onto whatever fat your body is carrying to protect itself. A well balanced diet consisting of three meals per day based on protein and carbohydrates will see a reduction in your waistline. Take a Tape measure and if you are a woman and your waist is greater than 80 centimetres or for a man 94 centimetres, it is time to start working on your diet and reducing your waist-line. Often, we don't eat a lot over the day, yet we do not lose weight. Well, it is not the actual quantity of the food that leads to weight gain, but it is the actual type of food that we consume that causes the problem. Foods that lead to weight gain include white bread, white rice, white pasta, white potato and foods that are high in sugar and saturated fats. Sodas and soft drinks are full of sugar and need to be removed from your diet. These foods and soft drinks need to be removed and replaced with foods that contain nutrients and vitamins. You need to consume foods that will give you more energy and keep you fuller for longer. Avoid foods that are high in carbohydrates and sugar if you are keen to avoid weight gain. Avoid white bread, white rice,white potato,sugary sodas, sweets,corn chips and high fat burgers, fries and pizzas.These foods often lead to weight gain as they are high in carbohydrates and can lead to cravings. While not all carbohydrates are bad for us, too many high carb foods can lead to weight gain and cravings. We must not eliminate carbohydrates altogether from our diet but we must choose carbohydrates that are healthy and nutritious and will fuel our bodies. So what is healthy eating? Basically, healthy eating means a healthy diet. It means that you should consume fruits and vegetables, whole grains, low and non fat dairy products, legumes, fish, lean meat and poultry. The total amount of food that you need each day to provide you with your energy and nutrient needs depends on your age, sex and activity levels. It is important to get into the habit of choosing to eat more healthy foods on a daily basis. By doing this, you will find that your stomach does not have enough room for any bad foods! The best way to prevent heart disease and weight gain is to consume a healthy diet low in saturated fat and sugar. Healthy eating means aiming to consume a diet high in fibre, whole grains and proteins and this should include cereals, vegetables and legumes. Include in your diet fruit, milk, yoghurt and cheese. Consume lean meat, oily fish and poultry. Healthy eating also means not over eating. Choosing sensible portions of food is also paramount in keeping your weight in control. Many people eat way more food than they need and the average dinner plate size has gone from small to large. If you consume your food too fast or you eat until you are really full, you are most likely overweight. Be mindful of what you eat. Choose healthy eating over unhealthy eating. Slow down, chew slowly and enjoy every bite and reap the rewards of healthy choices
Diabetic Supplements - What You Need to Know
By : Xylene Belita
Are diabetic supplements better than drug medications? There is nothing wrong to try homeopathic treatment. This is because the ingredients are 100% pure natural and organic. We are all very much aware that before the modern medicine came to being, herbal medicine had been used and had been useful to men. Mother earth has abundantly given us natural resources that we can use to treat many health problems. Take note of several herbs, spices and other vegetation that have potent substances to significantly improve the condition of the diabetic person. Because of the clinical and scientific facts, experts can boldly recommend some natural remedies. But before you rush to any health shop in your place, you need to consider a few important things first. There are questions that were raised concerning the supplement which also make sense. Questions like: What type of diabetes patient can take this food supplement? What are the substances found in the supplement that prove its effectiveness? What are the forms of dietary supplements for diabetic patients? Now, we know that there are three major types of diabetes: Type 1 diabetes- a type that happens to kids, Type 2 diabetes- common diabetes that middle-aged or adult people have, and the Gestational diabetes- a temporary type of diabetes that happens to pregnant women. However, people diagnosed with pre-diabetes are considered in the seemingly called red alert condition because they have a higher level of glucose which any time can be developed to Type 2. For these three major types of diabetes, it is suggested that you consult first your doctor before taking any diabetes supplement. Tell your doctor about the stuff that you are planning to take as your food supplement. People with pre-diabetes can take the full advantage of food supplement because it can help them have their blood sugar level at bay. So what are the common ingredients found in diabetes food supplements? Some supplements are combinations of many different ingredients. Some are simply made from one product, which means it contains only one ingredient. Example of that is the bitter melon or bitter gourd. This dietary supplement contains the super-finely grinded dried bitter melon's leaves which are placed in capsules. Bitter melon is an excellent hypoglycaemic agent. It is very powerful in decreasing the level of glucose. It contains Charantin that act as an active substance in treating diabetes symptoms. Other individual ingredients in a supplement are the Gingko biloba, Ginseng, Gymnema, and others. Some dietary supplements are made up of two or more components. The usual tandem is the garlic and onion. These two ordinary spices are effective in preventing diabetic symptoms. The Allicin, an essential nutrient found in these spices, is also helpful in controlling the blood sugar in your system. Some supplements for diabetics are combination of either of these herbs and other products like cinnamon, mushroom, fenugreek, broccoli, kidney beans, dried basil, cayenne, dandelion and other organic elements. There are so many kinds of food supplements that people with diabetes can ingest. They may come in capsules, gels, liquids and pills. They only have to make sure that the supplements that they will buy contain genuine organic ingredients. Make sure it has no toxic substances in the components. As a general rule, always check the label and look for the FDA approved symbol in any diabetic supplements.
Are diabetic supplements better than drug medications? There is nothing wrong to try homeopathic treatment. This is because the ingredients are 100% pure natural and organic. We are all very much aware that before the modern medicine came to being, herbal medicine had been used and had been useful to men. Mother earth has abundantly given us natural resources that we can use to treat many health problems. Take note of several herbs, spices and other vegetation that have potent substances to significantly improve the condition of the diabetic person. Because of the clinical and scientific facts, experts can boldly recommend some natural remedies. But before you rush to any health shop in your place, you need to consider a few important things first. There are questions that were raised concerning the supplement which also make sense. Questions like: What type of diabetes patient can take this food supplement? What are the substances found in the supplement that prove its effectiveness? What are the forms of dietary supplements for diabetic patients? Now, we know that there are three major types of diabetes: Type 1 diabetes- a type that happens to kids, Type 2 diabetes- common diabetes that middle-aged or adult people have, and the Gestational diabetes- a temporary type of diabetes that happens to pregnant women. However, people diagnosed with pre-diabetes are considered in the seemingly called red alert condition because they have a higher level of glucose which any time can be developed to Type 2. For these three major types of diabetes, it is suggested that you consult first your doctor before taking any diabetes supplement. Tell your doctor about the stuff that you are planning to take as your food supplement. People with pre-diabetes can take the full advantage of food supplement because it can help them have their blood sugar level at bay. So what are the common ingredients found in diabetes food supplements? Some supplements are combinations of many different ingredients. Some are simply made from one product, which means it contains only one ingredient. Example of that is the bitter melon or bitter gourd. This dietary supplement contains the super-finely grinded dried bitter melon's leaves which are placed in capsules. Bitter melon is an excellent hypoglycaemic agent. It is very powerful in decreasing the level of glucose. It contains Charantin that act as an active substance in treating diabetes symptoms. Other individual ingredients in a supplement are the Gingko biloba, Ginseng, Gymnema, and others. Some dietary supplements are made up of two or more components. The usual tandem is the garlic and onion. These two ordinary spices are effective in preventing diabetic symptoms. The Allicin, an essential nutrient found in these spices, is also helpful in controlling the blood sugar in your system. Some supplements for diabetics are combination of either of these herbs and other products like cinnamon, mushroom, fenugreek, broccoli, kidney beans, dried basil, cayenne, dandelion and other organic elements. There are so many kinds of food supplements that people with diabetes can ingest. They may come in capsules, gels, liquids and pills. They only have to make sure that the supplements that they will buy contain genuine organic ingredients. Make sure it has no toxic substances in the components. As a general rule, always check the label and look for the FDA approved symbol in any diabetic supplements.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
8 Easy Ways to Keep Your Skin Looking Healthy
By James Culvers
Having healthy skin not only makes you look great, but it can help you feel great too. Follow these 8 simple steps that are within your personal control, and the improvement in your skin will be noticeable in a matter of weeks.
1. Drink a minimum of 8 cups of water per day. This helps to keep the skin hydrated, flexible, and elastic. This will minimise visible sagging and puffiness.
2. Eat a healthy and balanced diet. You body needs fuel to build healthy skin, giving it the correct fuel it needs will mean that the skin it builds will be of good quality. High fat intake has also been proven to increase the chances of abnormalities in the skin, such a spots and blemishes.
3. Avoid harsh soaps. These kinds of soaps can easily dry out the skin, leaving it vulnerable to diseases. Try to apply moisturisers after you have showered to mitigate the drying effect soap can have.
4. Be gentle with your skin. There is no need to be rough with your skin when washing it, gently rubbing your skin works just as well. Follow up by gently patting your skin dry with a towel instead of vigorously rubbing it.
5. Avoid long showers, baths and saunas. Spending too much time in water can severely dry out your skin and the heat can remove essential oils.
6. Avoid smoking. If you smoke, you are damaging the skin in multiple ways. The skin is being deprived essential nutrients which mean you are far more likely to end up with wrinkles.
7. Protect your skin against the sun. Try to cover your skin from the suns rays, and if you are going to be exposed, use a strong sunscreen, at least factor 20. The suns rays are strongest between 10am and 2pm, so try to avoid being outdoors at that time.
8. Try sleeping on your back. If you sleep on your face all night, your skin is taking damage from the pillow. You are less likely to end up with wrinkles if you sleep on your back.
Having healthy skin not only makes you look great, but it can help you feel great too. Follow these 8 simple steps that are within your personal control, and the improvement in your skin will be noticeable in a matter of weeks.
1. Drink a minimum of 8 cups of water per day. This helps to keep the skin hydrated, flexible, and elastic. This will minimise visible sagging and puffiness.
2. Eat a healthy and balanced diet. You body needs fuel to build healthy skin, giving it the correct fuel it needs will mean that the skin it builds will be of good quality. High fat intake has also been proven to increase the chances of abnormalities in the skin, such a spots and blemishes.
3. Avoid harsh soaps. These kinds of soaps can easily dry out the skin, leaving it vulnerable to diseases. Try to apply moisturisers after you have showered to mitigate the drying effect soap can have.
4. Be gentle with your skin. There is no need to be rough with your skin when washing it, gently rubbing your skin works just as well. Follow up by gently patting your skin dry with a towel instead of vigorously rubbing it.
5. Avoid long showers, baths and saunas. Spending too much time in water can severely dry out your skin and the heat can remove essential oils.
6. Avoid smoking. If you smoke, you are damaging the skin in multiple ways. The skin is being deprived essential nutrients which mean you are far more likely to end up with wrinkles.
7. Protect your skin against the sun. Try to cover your skin from the suns rays, and if you are going to be exposed, use a strong sunscreen, at least factor 20. The suns rays are strongest between 10am and 2pm, so try to avoid being outdoors at that time.
8. Try sleeping on your back. If you sleep on your face all night, your skin is taking damage from the pillow. You are less likely to end up with wrinkles if you sleep on your back.
How to Find the Best Free Sample Offers For Dry Skin Products
By Marianne Rousseau
With so many dry skin products how can you possibly know which one is the best?
They all say they are the best. Why wouldn't they? Are you going to try or buy one that says it's just okay? No. So how can you determine which one is really the best?
The simple answer is that the best dry skin products are the ones that work for you. Everyone has different skin tone and composition. What may work great for one person may have no effect at all for the next person.
So how can you choose without spending a fortune finding the one that is best for you? Start by choosing well-known and reputable manufacturers.
Companies like Belisi, Almay, Olay to name a few of the better ones.
Next look for complimentary trial offers. This is one of the best ways to try the different dry skin products without spending a fortune. Most offer free samples or trials at no cost or just for the cost of shipping. A deal that can't be beat.
Gone are the days where you had the choice of 3 or 4 different brands and creams to choose among. Many of those first wrinkle creams and dry skin lotions were overly oily and left your hands feeling slightly slimy.
Amazing improvements in technological know-how has radically improved these first few creams and lotions. Today you can find literally hundreds of creams and lotions from about just as many manufacturers.
Quality can differ among the many choices and you should watch to make sure safe methods and ingredients are used to make the lotions.
There are many different combination used of natural and chemically produced ingredients. Many are similar in composition but are differentiated through packaging and marketing messages. You will even find some that are targeted to specific age groups. Don't be fooled.
Age only matters to the degree that more lines and wrinkles appear as we age. Drying skin and the resulting loss of skin elasticity from this drying is usually a factor of age.
However studies have shown that not properly moisturizing and caring for your skin while younger will lead to quicker or more advanced dry skin problems as you grow older.
The recent rage about tanning beds and the number of young (and old) people streaming to them to obtain a glowing and sexy tone will play havoc in the next decades. All you have to do is remember your tanning fanatic friends or even those who's job involved constant exposure to the sun. They looked fantastic when they were young. Now as they get older they look like shriveled prunes.
Lastly, you can spend time reading every review you can find. Other than discovering products that may be dangerous they aren't going to help you very much. The reason is that dry skin products do not work the same on every person. In fact, you can have 4 people try the same product and everyone will have a different result and opinion.
The only thing that is a sure thing is that you must start using or trying dry skin creams or lotions until you find the one combination and composition that works for your personal skin type.
With so many dry skin products how can you possibly know which one is the best?
They all say they are the best. Why wouldn't they? Are you going to try or buy one that says it's just okay? No. So how can you determine which one is really the best?
The simple answer is that the best dry skin products are the ones that work for you. Everyone has different skin tone and composition. What may work great for one person may have no effect at all for the next person.
So how can you choose without spending a fortune finding the one that is best for you? Start by choosing well-known and reputable manufacturers.
Companies like Belisi, Almay, Olay to name a few of the better ones.
Next look for complimentary trial offers. This is one of the best ways to try the different dry skin products without spending a fortune. Most offer free samples or trials at no cost or just for the cost of shipping. A deal that can't be beat.
Gone are the days where you had the choice of 3 or 4 different brands and creams to choose among. Many of those first wrinkle creams and dry skin lotions were overly oily and left your hands feeling slightly slimy.
Amazing improvements in technological know-how has radically improved these first few creams and lotions. Today you can find literally hundreds of creams and lotions from about just as many manufacturers.
Quality can differ among the many choices and you should watch to make sure safe methods and ingredients are used to make the lotions.
There are many different combination used of natural and chemically produced ingredients. Many are similar in composition but are differentiated through packaging and marketing messages. You will even find some that are targeted to specific age groups. Don't be fooled.
Age only matters to the degree that more lines and wrinkles appear as we age. Drying skin and the resulting loss of skin elasticity from this drying is usually a factor of age.
However studies have shown that not properly moisturizing and caring for your skin while younger will lead to quicker or more advanced dry skin problems as you grow older.
The recent rage about tanning beds and the number of young (and old) people streaming to them to obtain a glowing and sexy tone will play havoc in the next decades. All you have to do is remember your tanning fanatic friends or even those who's job involved constant exposure to the sun. They looked fantastic when they were young. Now as they get older they look like shriveled prunes.
Lastly, you can spend time reading every review you can find. Other than discovering products that may be dangerous they aren't going to help you very much. The reason is that dry skin products do not work the same on every person. In fact, you can have 4 people try the same product and everyone will have a different result and opinion.
The only thing that is a sure thing is that you must start using or trying dry skin creams or lotions until you find the one combination and composition that works for your personal skin type.
What Vitamins Are Used in Skin Care
By David Mcevoy
It has been known for quite some time that vitamins affect the skin. If your diet doesn't contain enough of the various vitamins then your skin is likely to be dry, blotchy, and unhealthy looking. So if you want to take really good care of your skin then it helps if you have an understanding of the role that vitamins play in healthy skin.
Vitamins are able to act both on the surface of the skin in skin care products, and internally through our diet and basically they can help protect the skin from damage, help the skin to heal itself should damage occur, and can help to remove toxins.
Vitamin E
Vitamin E is the name that is used to describe several different Tocopherols. Tocopherols are powerful antioxidants that can protect the body and the skin from the harmful rays of the sun as well as other toxins by removing free radicals from the body. Free radicals are formed when pollutants start to break down or when oils oxidise after being exposed to heat and the sun.
There are two main uses for Vitamin E as far as skincare products are concerned. Vitamin E can be used as an antioxidant to keep the product fresh, particularly if oils such as hemp seed, evening primrose or borage oil are used as these oils can all go rancid very quickly.
Vitamin E can also be added to a product to help to prevent aging of the skin. It removes the free radicals in the skin, in doing so it helps to prevent wrinkles and at the same time will stimulate the blood circulation and will help the skin to maintain elasticity.
The highest natural source of vitamin E is found in vegetable oils, particularly wheat germ oil, sunflower oil, almond oil, hazelnut oil, walnut oil and olive oil, and in soy beans.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is widely used in skin care. It is also a powerful antioxidant like Vitamin E and can help repair skin damage caused by exposure to the sun and can rejuvenate the skin so you will often find Vitamin C in skincare products.
Vitamin C also helps produce collagen, which is necessary for healthy skin and can make the skin appear younger. The richest source of vitamin C is in citrus fruits and in vegetables.
Vitamin A
Vitamin A is a fat soluble vitamin that can build up inside the body over time and if too much is consumed you can easily exceed the recommended daily allowance which can lead to a condition known as vitamin toxicity. However, you are only likely to consume too much vitamin A if you take vitamin A supplements or Cod Liver Oil on a regular basis and not from a balanced diet. If you don't get enough vitamin A your skin is likely to be dry and rough. Vitamin A has huge benefits for the skin as it has antioxidant properties and can help to improve the appearance of the skin and make fine lines and wrinkles less visible. The active ingredient is the Retinoids in Vitamin A but some people can react to Vitamin A and experience reddening or stinging of the skin but in most everyday skincare products the amounts are too low.
You can find Vitamin A in foods that include chicken, beef, turkey and fish liver, carrots, broccoli, sweet potato, butter, spinach, pumpkin, dairy products, melon, and apricot and mango fruit.
Vitamin Bs
The B group of vitamins help the skin to retain moisture, and keep the skin looking smooth, radiant and healthy. You can find Vitamin B in meat and fish products, as well as bananas, lentils, beans and any whole foods. Vitamin B is a relative newcomer to skincare products. Vitamin K
Vitamin K is often found products that will claim to help remove dark circles under the eyes. It can also help to repair broken capillaries.
You can find vitamin K in leafy green vegetables, brassicas such as cauliflower and broccoli, as well as in avocado, kiwi fruit and soybean oil.
Vitamin D
Vitamin D is formed on the skin when the sun's rays interact with the skin. It is also a fat soluble vitamin like Vitamin A and as such can build up to toxic levels but only when taken as a supplement. You won't overdose on vitamin D by exposure to sunshine.
Vitamin D has antioxidant properties and is also anti-carcinogenic which means it could play a role in helping to prevent skin cancer as well as other cancers.
Now here's the dilemma, we are told that exposure to the sun is the number one cause of premature aging, and at the same time we need some exposure in order to get the benefit of vitamin D. The answer as always lies in balance. Don't stay out in the hot midday sun baking away without a sunscreen, but do get a morning walk in the sunshine when the sun is not so strong. It's common sense really.
It has been known for quite some time that vitamins affect the skin. If your diet doesn't contain enough of the various vitamins then your skin is likely to be dry, blotchy, and unhealthy looking. So if you want to take really good care of your skin then it helps if you have an understanding of the role that vitamins play in healthy skin.
Vitamins are able to act both on the surface of the skin in skin care products, and internally through our diet and basically they can help protect the skin from damage, help the skin to heal itself should damage occur, and can help to remove toxins.
Vitamin E
Vitamin E is the name that is used to describe several different Tocopherols. Tocopherols are powerful antioxidants that can protect the body and the skin from the harmful rays of the sun as well as other toxins by removing free radicals from the body. Free radicals are formed when pollutants start to break down or when oils oxidise after being exposed to heat and the sun.
There are two main uses for Vitamin E as far as skincare products are concerned. Vitamin E can be used as an antioxidant to keep the product fresh, particularly if oils such as hemp seed, evening primrose or borage oil are used as these oils can all go rancid very quickly.
Vitamin E can also be added to a product to help to prevent aging of the skin. It removes the free radicals in the skin, in doing so it helps to prevent wrinkles and at the same time will stimulate the blood circulation and will help the skin to maintain elasticity.
The highest natural source of vitamin E is found in vegetable oils, particularly wheat germ oil, sunflower oil, almond oil, hazelnut oil, walnut oil and olive oil, and in soy beans.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is widely used in skin care. It is also a powerful antioxidant like Vitamin E and can help repair skin damage caused by exposure to the sun and can rejuvenate the skin so you will often find Vitamin C in skincare products.
Vitamin C also helps produce collagen, which is necessary for healthy skin and can make the skin appear younger. The richest source of vitamin C is in citrus fruits and in vegetables.
Vitamin A
Vitamin A is a fat soluble vitamin that can build up inside the body over time and if too much is consumed you can easily exceed the recommended daily allowance which can lead to a condition known as vitamin toxicity. However, you are only likely to consume too much vitamin A if you take vitamin A supplements or Cod Liver Oil on a regular basis and not from a balanced diet. If you don't get enough vitamin A your skin is likely to be dry and rough. Vitamin A has huge benefits for the skin as it has antioxidant properties and can help to improve the appearance of the skin and make fine lines and wrinkles less visible. The active ingredient is the Retinoids in Vitamin A but some people can react to Vitamin A and experience reddening or stinging of the skin but in most everyday skincare products the amounts are too low.
You can find Vitamin A in foods that include chicken, beef, turkey and fish liver, carrots, broccoli, sweet potato, butter, spinach, pumpkin, dairy products, melon, and apricot and mango fruit.
Vitamin Bs
The B group of vitamins help the skin to retain moisture, and keep the skin looking smooth, radiant and healthy. You can find Vitamin B in meat and fish products, as well as bananas, lentils, beans and any whole foods. Vitamin B is a relative newcomer to skincare products. Vitamin K
Vitamin K is often found products that will claim to help remove dark circles under the eyes. It can also help to repair broken capillaries.
You can find vitamin K in leafy green vegetables, brassicas such as cauliflower and broccoli, as well as in avocado, kiwi fruit and soybean oil.
Vitamin D
Vitamin D is formed on the skin when the sun's rays interact with the skin. It is also a fat soluble vitamin like Vitamin A and as such can build up to toxic levels but only when taken as a supplement. You won't overdose on vitamin D by exposure to sunshine.
Vitamin D has antioxidant properties and is also anti-carcinogenic which means it could play a role in helping to prevent skin cancer as well as other cancers.
Now here's the dilemma, we are told that exposure to the sun is the number one cause of premature aging, and at the same time we need some exposure in order to get the benefit of vitamin D. The answer as always lies in balance. Don't stay out in the hot midday sun baking away without a sunscreen, but do get a morning walk in the sunshine when the sun is not so strong. It's common sense really.
Food For Healthy Skin - Latest News on How to Eat Your Way to Healthy Beautiful Skin
By William Colbert
Some fascinating research on food for healthy skin has just been released from the University of Florence in Italy. The research explains that certain foods which are called Advanced Glycosilated End products (AGE!) will accelerate the production of free radicals and aging of our skin. They will increase aging fifty fold! Certainly not foods for healthy skin by any stretch of the imagination.
Foods for the trash can We probably already knew that certain fried foods were not the best foods for healthy skin but this research now definitely consigns the AGE foods to the trash can! Let us have a look at these AGE foods in detail so that we avoid them like the plague. They are basically grilled duck, fried fish and meat, grilled meat, cakes, pasta, white bread, roast beef, and canned drinks. The problem of glycosilated products is that they form a dangerous mix of proteins and sugars which can be not only toxic but will increase the number of free radicals in an exponential fashion.
Foods for healthy skin The good foods for healthy skin are mostly from the Mediterranean diet although we can call it what we like. This consist of legumes, fish such as tuna, mackerel, sardines, fresh vegetables such as spinach, broccoli, and of course fresh fruit.
Safe and effective topical creams While food for healthy skin will be an important part of our skin care regime, we also need to look at what sort of topical creams we put on the largest organ of our bodies. Given that there is no regulation, this is even more important to keep ourselves healthy and our skin glowing.
We should definitely avoid the harsh chemicals which are derived from petroleum products because they just are not suitable for us and they can cause some serious illnesses. I am thinking here of the mineral oils and paraffin products which can actually clog pores and cause the epidermis to become flaky and dry. Food for healthy skin is only one element in the equation. I have done some research and if you click through to my website you will see that there is one company in New Zealand which has included only safe natural ingredients and taken out all the nasty harmful chemicals. Their products are revolutionary and if you click through, you will immediately see why!
Some fascinating research on food for healthy skin has just been released from the University of Florence in Italy. The research explains that certain foods which are called Advanced Glycosilated End products (AGE!) will accelerate the production of free radicals and aging of our skin. They will increase aging fifty fold! Certainly not foods for healthy skin by any stretch of the imagination.
Foods for the trash can We probably already knew that certain fried foods were not the best foods for healthy skin but this research now definitely consigns the AGE foods to the trash can! Let us have a look at these AGE foods in detail so that we avoid them like the plague. They are basically grilled duck, fried fish and meat, grilled meat, cakes, pasta, white bread, roast beef, and canned drinks. The problem of glycosilated products is that they form a dangerous mix of proteins and sugars which can be not only toxic but will increase the number of free radicals in an exponential fashion.
Foods for healthy skin The good foods for healthy skin are mostly from the Mediterranean diet although we can call it what we like. This consist of legumes, fish such as tuna, mackerel, sardines, fresh vegetables such as spinach, broccoli, and of course fresh fruit.
Safe and effective topical creams While food for healthy skin will be an important part of our skin care regime, we also need to look at what sort of topical creams we put on the largest organ of our bodies. Given that there is no regulation, this is even more important to keep ourselves healthy and our skin glowing.
We should definitely avoid the harsh chemicals which are derived from petroleum products because they just are not suitable for us and they can cause some serious illnesses. I am thinking here of the mineral oils and paraffin products which can actually clog pores and cause the epidermis to become flaky and dry. Food for healthy skin is only one element in the equation. I have done some research and if you click through to my website you will see that there is one company in New Zealand which has included only safe natural ingredients and taken out all the nasty harmful chemicals. Their products are revolutionary and if you click through, you will immediately see why!
What to Use on Eczema For Immediate and Long Term Relief
By Casey Gentles
Eczema is a condition of the skin and it's symptoms include pain, itching, redness and inflammation. If you wish to assuage the condition, here are some of what to use on eczema so you can have immediate and long term relief.
Diet changes - some patients suffering from eczema drinks only plain water and goes on a salt-free vegetable and fruit diet so that their skin condition will be improved. Musk melon and carrots are usually included in the diet as well as milk and curd.
Topical creams can also be used on eczema to relieve symptoms. There are also some other ways you can do this. Some medical professionals recommend a bleach bath, this is done by soaking the affected area in 40 gallons of warms water mixed with one half cup of bleach for 1o minutes. After this dry your skin and apply moisturizing creams or lotions. This will help alleviate symptoms of eczema
Below are also some tips to utilize to help deal with the problem.
* Try not to scratch the affected area
* Keep your fingernails short, so if you accidentally scratch, you minimize the chance of the skin breaking.
* Use warm water while bathing or taking a shower.
* Be gentle when you dry your skin after bathing so that you can prevent friction that breaks the skin
* You should wear loose, cotton clothing because they are basically gentle on the skin and it is ideal for people with this skin condition.
* Drink plenty of fluids to flush out the body's toxins.
* Try relaxation techniques like yoga for example so you can de-stress and avoid exacerbating your condition.
* Always keep your doctor informed of any developments with your condition and also if you plan to start bleach therapy
Eczema is a condition of the skin and it's symptoms include pain, itching, redness and inflammation. If you wish to assuage the condition, here are some of what to use on eczema so you can have immediate and long term relief.
Diet changes - some patients suffering from eczema drinks only plain water and goes on a salt-free vegetable and fruit diet so that their skin condition will be improved. Musk melon and carrots are usually included in the diet as well as milk and curd.
Topical creams can also be used on eczema to relieve symptoms. There are also some other ways you can do this. Some medical professionals recommend a bleach bath, this is done by soaking the affected area in 40 gallons of warms water mixed with one half cup of bleach for 1o minutes. After this dry your skin and apply moisturizing creams or lotions. This will help alleviate symptoms of eczema
Below are also some tips to utilize to help deal with the problem.
* Try not to scratch the affected area
* Keep your fingernails short, so if you accidentally scratch, you minimize the chance of the skin breaking.
* Use warm water while bathing or taking a shower.
* Be gentle when you dry your skin after bathing so that you can prevent friction that breaks the skin
* You should wear loose, cotton clothing because they are basically gentle on the skin and it is ideal for people with this skin condition.
* Drink plenty of fluids to flush out the body's toxins.
* Try relaxation techniques like yoga for example so you can de-stress and avoid exacerbating your condition.
* Always keep your doctor informed of any developments with your condition and also if you plan to start bleach therapy
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