… inflammation.“Fat cells, particularly those in the abdominal area, are active metabolically,” Dr. Nissen explains. “They cause inflammation in your body. We can measure this inflammation by the amount of C-reactive protein in your …
… of antioxidants like vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin B6 and anthocyanins. These nutrients help suppress inflammation and nasty free radicals, as well as support your eyes, brain, immune system and skin. Potassium and …
… when they have too many free radicals. “Your body makes free radicals in response to stress and inflammation. Free radicals also come from environmental exposures, like cigarette smoke and ultraviolent (UV) radiation,” explains Culbertson. “But …
… aloe. Using vitamin C with vitamin E and a few other topicals can reduce the pain and inflammation caused by sunburns.4. Reduces hyperpigmentationVitamin C has a reputation for helping even out skin tone by …
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… it comes to psoriasis, lighting up a cigarette especially doesn’t do you any favors.“Smoking increases inflammation in the body, which in turn increases the inflammation of your psoriasis,” explains Dr. Anderson.If you …
… chlorine and other chemicals can cause dry skin, eczema or folliculitis.To avoid the skin irritation, itching, inflammation or infection that result, Dr. Vij advises you to:Take a short shower, using warm water and …
Too bee or not to bee, that is the question.At least when it comes to manuka honey, a type of honey that originates from certain parts of Australia and New Zealand.It’s produced …
You got a little hot and heavy in the heat of the moment, and now, there’s evidence of it for all to see — right there on your neck.A hickey is a bruise caused …
As parents and caregivers, we sometimes joke about “selective hearing” in our kids. But what do you do if you suspect they really might not be hearing you?“If left untreated, hearing loss can seriously …
If you’re stressed and sore, you may think there’s nothing you can do but take some over-the-counter pain relievers and plow through your day. But licensed massage therapist, Victoria Bodner, LMT …
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