Choosing Healthy Drinks

By Jermaic Honsher

Many people are starting to make healthy meal choices, including healthier drink options. A healthy beverage should revitalize and refresh your body without adding unwanted fat or calories.

Water. Don't wait until you are thirsty to drink water. Everyone should drink plenty of water throughout the day to prevent headaches, body aches, and fatigue that is associated with dehydration. Drinking water helps keep your body functioning at optimum performance. Water also acts as an appetite suppressant. If you drink a glass of water before a meal, you will find that you will eat less and lose weight.

Cranberry juice. Not only are cranberries packed with vitamin C, studies show that drinking cranberry juice can help prevent bladder and urinary tract infections. Cranberries contain an ingredient that prevents bacteria from sticking to the walls of the bladder, making this little red berry not only tasty, but pretty useful too. The antioxidant properties in a glass of cranberry juice can help rid your body of harmful free radicals and and help reduce inflammation. Avoid sugary cranberry juice cocktails and choose 100% natural cranberry juice instead.

Green tea. Well known for its wealth of antioxidants, green tea can also block the over-production of harmful enzymes in your body that act as precursors to cancer. Replace your morning cup of coffee with a steaming cup of antioxidant-rich green tea instead. Natural compounds in green tea have been found to help regulate blood sugar levels by increasing insulin activity, promoting glucose metabolism and blocking glucose absorption.

The following sugary, calorie packed drinks are very popular, but. They are also some of the unhealthiest drinks available.

Fancy coffee drinks. Your local coffee shop may try to entice you with a tasty caffeinated treat that features full-fat dairy products, chocolate, sugary syrups, artificial colors and flavors. These drinks often have as many calories and fat as a fast food meal.

Summer cocktails. Don't be tempted by fancy drinks with a little paper umbrella. It's probably the healthiest ingredient in many popular summertime drinks. Sweet summer drinks like margaritas, daiquiris, and pina coladas are packed with calories due to the alcohol and sugar.

Smoothies. Don't be lured by the health claims made by some smoothie makers. Many smoothies claim to be healthy but the added fat and calories tell a very different story. Sugary juices, full-fat dairy products, and other extras make this drink a high calorie mistake. - 30246

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How To Choose The Best Wrinkle Cream

By Daniel da Silva

There are so many wrinkle creams on the market for someone to choose from. This being said, it is important that you do a bit of research on the different wrinkle creams before you choose the one that is best for you. Most of the creams you find will help in the reduction of wrinkles, however, you should still choose carefully. Some of the products out there simply don't follow through with the claims made.

What are wrinkles? A wrinkle is actually just a sign of someone aging that is actually visible. The process of skin aging might be able to be delayed however you can't stop it completely. The market of anti-aging products is lucrative. There are many different women as well as men that purchase many different products on the search for the one that really works.

There is a good bit of information about different creams. However, this being said there are also a good bit of misconceptions. One misconception that is quite common is the one where people think that just because their friend has great results with one cream that they will get the same results. This is not true. You should not expect that the result will be the same for you as it was for your peers. You need to do some shopping to find one that will work the best with your skin type.

There are many new creams that are being developed each day on the market. Different creams have different technologies and ingredients. This being said, not each one will work for you.

There are many different creams on the market today that are taking off in popularity. When you start looking for a cream you will probably be taken back by the amount of creams that are out there as well as the different creams by different brands. You need to find out your skin type and how severe your wrinkles really are. This will help you in the process of choosing the best cream for your needs. - 30246

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What Is The Big With Anti Aging Formula Products?

By Phil Bray

Beauty is supposedly something that is meant to come from the inside, however with the array of anti aging formula products that are on the market, this thought seems to past the minds of many people. It is not the point that the world is vain, everyone wants to be able to look their best regardless of what their age is.

Everyone wants to be able to put their best face forward regardless of what they are doing. Since there truly is no magical way to turn the hands of time backwards a lot of people try to go for the next best thing different products that will assist them with keeping a younger appearing demeanor.

There are a lot of obvious cosmetic reasons why someone would want to appear to look younger than they are. However, a lot of people are finding that in order to obtain a good job in this current fluctuating job market if you look younger, you are sure to land something great. In fact, this is something that is inspiring people to want to look younger than their age.

With the state of the economy still at a shaky place, finding employment can be a task within itself. There are a lot of people that are presently at a mature age stature that find themselves having a horrific time trying to find a job. One reason is because a lot of employers are actually hesitant to hire people that are of an older age stature on top of someone that is young.

Employers will look at your age, and although they can not discriminate against you based on your age there are some that actually still do. However, if you can show that you not only look young for your age, but can perform your job a lot better than any young person could ever dream of doing, there is a chance you may land your dream position.

As we begin to age, there are certain things that prohibit us from performing our normal day to day duties like we used to. This is a common thing, and although our bodies may be aging we definitely do not want to show this age progressing trend on our faces. So many people turn to an anti aging formula in order to take care of references to their age.

There are many different formulas that are available on the market. All of the formulas promise to deliver results better than their competitors. However, most of the time you will not be able to determine the results that the formula will deliver until you have actually used it.

You should keep your eyes open for a few ingredients that should be included in the formula that you are opting to use. Your going to want your formula to consist of vitamin e, and aloe. Both of these substances have proven their worth for skin related issues.

The job market is still difficult to break into. If you do not want to pass up your chances of securing a great position with a prospective employer you definitely need to consider the anti aging options that you have. - 30246

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Face Lift Techniques - The Different Options Available Today

By Fiona Lewis

You can find lots of various face lifts available depending on the result you are searching for. Discuss your best options the best options for you, considering the results you want to achieve. No matter if you want slight changes requiring little healing time to a major transformation, this procedure can revive the confidence in your look.

You can classify face lifts into four groups. One face lift type is a standard or lower type. This type of face lift is completed through one of the following methods. One way to achieve this type is through an S shaped incision made close to the ear. The other way to achieve this is through an incision that extends from the temple, rather than starting at the ear. The doctor may utilize liposuction to remove additional fat before separating the skin from tissue. Then the doctor will tighten the muscles and the skin and will suture the incisions. This procedure tightens up the lower face and neck.

Another kind is called a mid face lift. This targets the cheeks and lower eyelids. A few incisions will be made in the muscle tissue and the doctor makes the area taut.

A mini-lift is another category. The mini-lift is being chosen by more and more people, because the recovery is very quick. In this version, minor incisions are made in precise spots. A mini-lift is great for tightening up little areas, but if you want something larger done, this may not be the best procedure for you. However, these methods can find those hard spots and you could be in and out of surgery quickly.

The last category of face lifts are thread lifts. This technique is for people experiencing the beginning signs of aging. This is a very radical approach to the face lift as it is possible to do without pain killers. The way it is performed is that a thread, regular or polypropylene is placed through tiny incisions and is attached to muscles beneath the skin. The thread is utilized in order to bring the skin into a new, tighter placement. As this surgery can be done while you are fully awake and alert, you may view the results and chat with the doctor during the procedure. Once the threads are connected, they are concealed under your skin and don't usually result in any scarring.

The first three techniques can also be done with endoscopy, or inserting tiny cameras into the areas so that the doctors can diminish scarring and improve the doctor's visual capabilities during the treatment. Your doctor can go over all the different procedures with you and is sometimes able to use computer imaging to display likely results from various techniques. Either option you choose, it will give you a more youthful appearance and can increase confidence in the way you look. - 30246

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Facial Massage Techniques - 3 Great Reasons to Massage the Face

By Tess Rainey

In this article we will look at the benefits of some facial massage techniques. The 3 reasons discussed below will not only enhance your appearance and reduce your stress, but they will also help the rest of your body function better.

1. Prevent Blemishes and Unclog Pores: Since first impressions are so important, the face is usually something people spend a lot of time on, and yet it is usually the last place on your body that gets treated with respect and love. Because it is the first thing people usually see, most people want their face to look its best, which for women usually means makeup and product used on a regular basis. This can take its toll on your skin, and trying to look beautiful can often have opposite results.

A facial massage will undo some of the damage mentioned above and will finally give your face the treatment it needs and deserves. Doing this will help you achieve the ultimate look you have been after, and usually in a less intrusive manner. Facial massage techniques help unclog pores and prevent blemishes so in the end you won't have as many "imperfections" to try and cover up anyway.

2. Prevent Wrinkles and Strengthen Facial Muscles: Did you know that there are muscles in your face that can be worked just like any other muscle in your body? They are a little more fragile than other muscles, but if done correctly, a facial massage can help strengthen facial muscles and even prevent a double chin.

By pampering yourself with a facial massage every now and then, you will see fewer wrinkles and look younger too. This type of massage shouldn't last for more than 20 minutes; you don't want to stretch or lengthen the facial muscles.

3. Increase Circulation and Reduce Impurities: To increase circulation and reduce impurities, use soft, circular and upwards motions. You'll see the difference in your appearance you will probably even feel the difference throughout your body.

Your ears are a great example of this as they are pressure points that can stimulate the rest of the body; so you can help your body work better by massaging them and pulling them back at the end of a facial massage.

The above article looked at many benefits of facial massage techniques. Not only will facial massage unclog pores and prevent blemishes, but it can help prevent wrinkles and strengthen facial muscles too. And if the massage is done right, and for less than 20 minutes, it can also increase circulation and reduce impurities which will help you age gracefully and feel younger.

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Reishi Hot Water Extract vs. Alcohol Extract

By Dr. Markho Rafael

Medicinal mushrooms have been immensely popular in Asia for millennia. Today, Americans are waking up to these powerful nutraceuticals. In the wake of this new awareness follow issues of product quality claims made by competing brands.

All medicinal mushroom species are plagued by this. Most fiercely debated is red reishi (Ganoderma lucidum), the most popular of all medicinal mushrooms. So this article will primarily focus on that species, but it's generally applicable to all species of medicinal mushrooms.

An obvious caution is to stay away from cheap, mass-produced reishi. It may be merely dried and pulverized. In order to be medicinal, the mushroom cell-wall has to be broken down. Mass-produced reishi may be mostly inert and ineffective.

But even among the truly effective therapeutic brands, which are plentiful, there are important differences. Each seems to claim superiority over other brands, not surprisingly, because why else would anyone buy them? This article aims to clarify the confusion of conflicting and sometimes misleading information that is out there.

Below are three common methods for extracting medicinal compounds from reishi. Each method results in different compounds. All groups have been shown to have therapeutic effects in scientific studies.

1. Water Extraction, Hot (polysaccharides and more)

2. Alcohol Extraction (triterpenoids, etc.)

3. Fermented (arabinoxylanes, etc.)

Polysaccharides have been shown to possess powerful anti-tumor qualities through enhancing the immune system and by inhibiting blood profusion through tumors. They are also strong antioxidants. [1]

Through alcohol extraction, we get triterpenoids, a large group of lipids with many sub-groups. Research shows triterpenoids help regulate clotting, blood pressure and cholesterol. More importantly, they are the anti-inflammatory compounds that are the reason why reishi often gets recommended for arthritis, asthma and allergies. [1]

Finally, by fermenting the red reishi, the original medicinal compounds break down to form new compounds with unique healing properties. These "secondary metabolites" have among other things been shown to be immune enhancing and help regulate blood sugar, as well as having unique anti-tumor properties. [2]

This article is intended to give general guidelines to help you choose an effective reishi product, not to recommend any particular brand. But there are at least two reishi companies on the market which both state only hot water extract is useful while alcohol extracts are of no value.

They do that, of course, because they wish to sell their products. However, there is no scientific validity to those claims. All three extraction methods listed above yield important medicinal compounds.

To determine if a brand of reishi (or Ganoderma) contains all the important medicinal compounds from the mushroom, find out if it utilizes both alcohol and hot water extraction. An additional plus would be if it also includes fermented reishi.

Last but not least, remember to look at the form the reishi comes in. If the reishi is able to dissolve completely in water-based drinks like coffee, it's a safe bet that it only contains the water-soluble polysaccharides. An excellent choice as far as coffee goes but an incomplete reishi supplement because it does not include the anti-inflammatory triterpenoid compounds.

On the other hand, alcohol tinctures can actually contain both water soluble polysaccharides and alcohol soluble triterpenoids. The way you know is that the polysaccharides will fall out of solution because of the alcohol, and will make the tincture cloudy. That's alright though; you just need to shake before you take. Capsules and tablets may be one or the other or both. The only way to know is ask the manufacturer or read their information.

[1] Boh B, Berovic M, Zhang J, Zhi-Bin L, 2007. "Ganoderma lucidum and its pharmaceutically active compounds." Biotechnology Annu Rev 13:265-301.

[2] Tang YJ, Zhang W, Zhong JJ. "Performance analyses of a pH-shift and DOT-shift integrated fed-batch fermentation process for the production of ganoderic acid and Ganoderma polysaccharides by medicinal mushroom Ganoderma lucidum." Bioresource Technology 2009 Mar;100(5):1852-9. - 30246

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Banish Those Wrinkles For Good

By Nigel James

To look younger, is everyone's hearts desire. But wrinkles stop a person from looking young, revealing the fact that he is older. As old age shows itself, the human body requires the right amount of nutrients. If these essential nutrients and vitamins are not supplied in the right proportion, the body shows tell tale signs of aging in the form of wrinkles.

A well balanced and nutritive diet results in well balanced skin. A wrinkle is a specific crease of skin of the face, caused as a result of old age and lack or essential nutrients. Wrinkles hang loose, thus marring the aesthetics of the skin.

Today, people are caught up in the rat race, and as a result they fail to take care of their bodies. A young skin tends to have enough fat tissue to make the face well-rounded. But as a person gets older, the shrinking fat tissue cannot keep up with the growth rate of the skin, giving the facial skin a shriveled look.

The daily grind subjects a person to a lot of activity and anxiety, resulting in aging of the skin, and setting off of wrinkles. The work and toil makes the skin loose its suppleness, thus showing the brittle bones underneath.

Moreover, additional everyday activities such as eating, chewing, frowning, smiling, also has an effect on the skin, leading to wrinkles. A proper nutritious diet, relaxation, medication and a balanced schedule can always help to reduce wrinkles.

Various creams and lotions are available to help curb the aging process. Sunscreen is commonly used to reduce aging of the skin and thus helps in prevention of wrinkles. Cleansers are available to keep the skin clean and reduce any type of irritations on the skin. Moisturizers are available to help you get rid of any unevenness in the skin and also help in firming up the skin. AHAs (fruit acids or Alpha Hydroxyl) help keep the skin in shape and give a shine to the face. Facial exercises are quite beneficial to help curb the formation of wrinkles.

Scientific research tells us that the rate, at which skin cells renew themselves at young age, slows down with age. This results in uneven and greasy looking skin. Also, due to the decreased water holding capacity of the skin, it loses its plumpness, resulting in wrinkles.

While wrinkles are a natural phenomenon and they will happen eventually, we do have at our disposal a number of remedies at hand that can help curb the development of these wrinkles. All this is possible thanks to the growth and development in medical science. A number of companies have come out with various products that contain DNA and RNA, that are beneficial in combating the growth of wrinkles and delaying the ageing process. Natural proteins such as collagen and elastin are also used widely as they help in rejuvenating the skin. Ceramides are also used to help hydrate the skin, and prevent it from shriveling up due to dryness. - 30246

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Time To Look At Syn ake, And Its Benefits

By Nigel James

When time strikes, it leaves an impression, making one look for options to reverse its hold. Facial wrinkles, which were once synonymous with maturity and longevity, have become a cause of anxiety in this fast age. Showing apathy towards them tends to deepen their impact. But one need not worry! As time changes, so do the tools designed to hide their impact.

Syn ake is one of the options available which has been shown in clinical trials to have a real effect on the appearance of wrinkles. Wrinkles not only make you look older, they can sometimes make you look tired or angry and any of a number of emotions that you do not wish to convey to your friends and family. A smile can change a lot about the way you look, but if your smile is insincere because you feel bad, it shows.

A synthetic derivative of the venom of the temple snake, Syn ake, when added to a moisturizing compound can actually reduce facial wrinkles by as much as 52%. With a twice daily application of cream, morning and night, for as little as 28 days there can be a noticeable decrease in wrinkles.

If you use Syn ake, you just may not want to stop using it after the stipulated period, because of the positive effects on your skin. You must have realized that your wrinkles have taken a lifetime to form and therefore expecting them to vanish overnight would not be reasonable. So, regular application is the key. You may be encouraged by your efforts when someone tells you that you have beautiful skin.

The ravages of the sun and the simple process of aging are to blame for this phenomenon. Old time sun worshippers will likely see a greater impact because of the years of drying from the sun and impact of the UV rays.

Most women love to use moisturizers and sun blocks. Although they may seem to be a few steps ahead, they have to face time one day. But one need not worry; because now you have a tool to fight aging: Syn ake. Syn ake may also be used in combination with a moisturizer to have an added effect. Syn ake relaxes your face muscles and reduces muscle concentration making your skin smooth and even. Although it has been known to have no side effects, if you feel uncomfortable using Syn ake you may even reverse the effects when you discontinue its use. So, Syn ake puts you in control.

If you commit yourself to a skin care program you will see that moisturizers do work, making you feel better about yourself. There's always a first time, so if you've never used them before, maybe beginning now can preserve the suppleness of your skin. Imagine not only looking better, but feeling better. So now, the time when you are crossing over to a new phase of life, may be the right time for you to start using one.

So hop on to your favourite mall and enquire at the cosmetics counter. Who knows, you may stumble on the right skin care treatment right away. Conversely, buy on the Internet for bigger savings. - 30246

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Using a Wrinkle Cream Can Be Very Effective

By Nigel James

None of us are ready to accept the lifelong struggle against aging, but it is real, it's going to happen ... aging, that is.We can sit back and do nothing, or we can act, now.Our options are many, but our first port of call should be an effective wrinkle cream.Distinguishing between all the dozens of various brands on offer, is not so easy though, so take your time and do some evaluating.

First, you have to recognize that most of them will help in some way to make you feel better about those encroaching wrinkles. Some of them will do absolutely nothing about the problem and a few will work wonders. Unfortunately there is no magic list about which is which because so many of the products work for some and not for others. It's worth your effort to explore the options.

After you have carried out some investigation, try some small samples of a few that seem to meet your needs.The Internet is an excellent place to start your research, but with the vast amount of information on offer, it can be overpowering - so put a plan together.Select products that seem to be suitable for people with a similar skin type to yours, and then purchase some samples.

When you enter the experimentation phase, you'll begin to find out why the process is so critical and can actually be both frustrating and rewarding. Some of your test products will totally fail, others will seem to work and then not so much. Only after going through this process can you identify the wrinkle cream that seems to work best for you. After you have identified the product, or products, that seem to work for you, it is important that you remain committed to the process.

You have to be disciplined enough to understand that this skin care plan needs your attention every day.No more so, than with wrinkle cream, it needs daily application, sometimes twice daily, morning and evening.

If you want results from your wrinkle cream you must accept that it isn't going to work if you use it once in a while. Friday night is not the time to address the issue. Every day, it has to be a part of your daily regimen, like brushing your teeth. Stick to your plan and you will see results over time.

Be ready too, to shift gears along the way if you feel you're not getting the long term results you hoped for.Loyalty is a valuable attribute in a relationship, but only if you're getting something out of it too.When the payoff begins to slip, then you may have no choice but to move on and try something different.

Conversely, if you are seeing the benefits, then don't be tempted to jump ship and continue experimenting, this could cost you dearly in the long run.If you've found a winning combination, stick with it. - 30246

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Home Remedies for Dry Skin - Is Honey The Answer?

By Kris Bovay

Bumpy dry skin is a problem, especially during the winter months. But many people find relief using natural home remedies. Below you'll find a list of the best tips for dry bumpy skin with safe and easy to use ingredients and products. While even the best treatment for dry skin may not always be a cure, many people do find relief from bumpy dry skin using the affordable dry skin care tips outlined on this site.

How To Treat Dry Skin

Before using any home remedy for dry skin is to stop using SOAP! It doesn't matter if you have normal, dry, or oily skin nobody should ever use soap. Your facial cleansers should always be pH balanced. This means that your facial cleanser cream should have a pH that measures around 7 which is neutral.

Normal healthy skin has a pH range from 4 to 6......not too acidic or not too alkaline. And your facial cleanser cream should also be within this range. At this level, the acid mantle - which is the skin's protective barrier- is in good condition and can protect the skin from damaging elements of the environment like sun, wind, and bacteria.

Home Remedies For Dry Skin - Hydrating Mask

Skin care and beauty experts have long known about the nourishing properties of honey. It's full of nutrients and humectants and that can nourish and moisturizer the skin, soften scar tissue, and even encourage new skin growth! Honey also contains enzymes that can help dissolve dead skin cells which helps to naturally exfoliate dry bumpy skin!

Try this honey facial mask for dry skin. This mask will also moisturizer, exfoliate, and tighten the skin. Your skin will look fabulous! Here is what you'll need:

- 1 tablespoon of honey - 2 egg yolks

- (if you skin is very bumpy, scaly, or flaky add some pineapple chucks for even more exfoliation. Pineapple is loaded with bromelain which help digest dead protein and skin cells).

Mix together egg yolks first, then drizzle in the honey and add pineapple (if you're using it) and mix well. Apply this mask to your face and neck. Leave it on for 15 to 30 minutes, then rinse well. Then dry you skin consider and apply a good quality, therapeutic moisturizer to help seal in moisture. Your best choice is one that chemical free - as chemicals can dry out your skin. I use a completely organic moisturizer that contains plant essences and herbal elixirs. Want more information on organic moisturizers? Click here Home Remedies For Dry Skin.

Want more natural old home remedies? Visit How To Have Healthy Skin for more homemade skin recipes and tips. - 30246

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Get the Best Skin with Microdermabrasion

By Tim Cantrell

The sun possess one of the greatest threat to healthy skin. Its powerful rays can cause premature aging and other skin disorders. As we grow old, our skin texture will lose its suppleness and we will begin to see the formation of fine lines around the eyes and mouth most especially.

There are quite a selection of available skin care options with varying degree of results ofcourse. Restricting and cutting short sun exposure is probably the most essential way to maintain the quality of your skin-- throughout your lifetime. Although there are enough evidence to show the negative effects of extreme sun exposure, this has not stopped people from basking under it for hours.

To help recoup the skin's natural oil and regain that soft skin, the use of moisturizer may be applied directly on the skin. However, too much moisturizer will also lead to clogged pores causing pimples. Another option is to use artificial cover up such as make up, but this option is not longlasting and can cause complications as some make-up have chemicals that are harmful to the skin in the long term. A longer lasting option is diamond mircodermabrasion and this is much better than chemical peels and laser therapy.

Diamond microdermabrasion gently glide over the skin, removing dead and damage skin cells, encouraging the growth of new skin. Diamond microdermabrasion is especially useful around the eyes and mouth because nothing is injected into the skin so there is no risk to the eyes or mouth and pose health risks. while, crystal microdermabrasion, on the other hand, injects tiny crystals and can affect the sensitive areas of the face and was found to have more side effects and skin irritation compared to its more innovative counterpart.

There is nothing that can be done about the natural process of aging, but diamond microdermabrasion will certainly help impede the signs that build through the years. - 30246

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What Really Works For Stretch Marks?

By Kris Bovay

If you have stretch marks, there is no question as to why you would seek a stretch mark remedy. Seeing stretch marks on your body can affects your self esteem, which is why most people seek the best stretch mark cream or stretch mark treatments available.

What are Stretch Marks and What Causes Them?

Stretch marks appear when connective tissues in the dermis break down. New stretch marks have a purplish color. But over time the color fades and disappears what is left are silver lines that often get longer and wider. Worse, make up doesn't seem to help much. Stretch marks are one of the most common skin changes during pregnancy and excess weight gain.

The cause of stretch marks can vary. Some people may get them due to hormonal changes (like pregnancy and growth spurs). Some may experience them when they loose or gain weight. Others still may find that gaining or loosing muscle causes stretch marks. Other potential contributing factors include poor diet, dramatic environmental changes, and prescription medications.

Stretch Marks - The Side Effects

Stretch marks seem relatively harmless except when it comes to self-esteem. Consider a young man who over-ate, then finally overcame his eating only to discover a nasty visual reminder left behind " those stretch marks, and no stretch mark remedy in sight (or at least not one of which they're aware). How discouraging! And how unsupportive of a new healthy lifestyle!

Is There an Effective Stretch Mark Remover Remedy?

There are hundreds of stretch mark remover creams and stretch mark remedies on the market. One popular product is the use of cocoa butter, which most know does not work as well as thought. Others include vitamin E or lemon juice. These options look good when compared to the $1000 bill for laser surgery stretch mark removal (that's per session!). However, the effectiveness of these remedies varies from person to person.

Stretch Mark Treatment: Natural Options?

Is there a natural organic stretch mark remedy? Yes, I found one that is organic, contains aloe vera, vitamin E and witch hazel that helps improve skin elasticity and flexibility of connective tissues. It also contains Centillica Asiatica which helps plump up the skin. Click here to read more.... Stretch Mark Remedy. - 30246

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Natural Remedies for Acne Sensitive Skin

By Kris Bovay

Treating pimples is hard enough, but finding acne sensitive skin treatment can be downright difficult. Finding help for acne sensitive skin is important for both your physical and emotional well being. This type of acne is often difficult to deal with because it and can lead to scarred, red, flaky, dried out skin.

Unfortunately unlike regular skin breakout problems like blackheads and whiteheads, there's no simple acne remover or herbal acne product that's a quick fix for sensitive skin, especially for individuals with severe cases (who should go to a dermatologist for more personalized care as soon as possible).

Causes of Acne: In order to combat acne it helps to understand what is happening. Where whiteheads come to the surface of the skin, the pustule of acne cysts hide underneath the skin's outer layers. This usually happens when glands overproduce oil until the gland bursts.

Once the pores are blocked, irritated and scars have formed, it's too late for superficial acne remover products - as these cannot help. Many people resort to antibiotics for acne or other prescription medication.

Natural Cure for Acne: Treating acne requires patience. People with sensitive skin should not try to squeeze the cyst or pustules because it can cause scaring. Rather, it's more effective to find a good skin cleanser that kills bacteria and supports healing. This will not prevent the acne, but it will help supplement your skins ability to recover and healing.

In addition to practicing good hygiene, many people seek out natural remedies for acne such as taking the mineral zinc. Other people have had good results taking vitamin b5 for acne. Studies show that these homemade acne treatments might be helpful in reducing oil production and promoting healthy skin. However, if your acne is due to a genetic predisposition or hormonal imbalances, these natural remedies may not be enough.

The editors of Natural Old Home Remedies have spent months evaluating the best acne treatments for sensitive skin. They found 3 simple Homemade Acne Treatments for Sensitive Skin that you can make in your own kitchen.

In addition to learning about Homemade Acne Treatments you'll also find recommendations for the best inexpensive, yet effective over-the-counter, non-prescription commercial product you can use to eliminate acne problems without irritating and aggravating red, blotchy acne prone skin. - 30246

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Select Your Anti Wrinkle Product With Care

By Lynne Bridges

Finding a good anti wrinkle product is a thing that's on lots of people's minds. After all, as we age, we all get the pesky things. They can be hard to live with and impossible to ignore. That's why it's so important to find just the right way to treat the problem, but each case is different.

Actually, part of the problem is not that there are no solutions for wrinkles. It's that there are too many possible solutions around. The possibilities seem endless and confusing and not all treatments work either. So, it helps to know what to look for.

Knowing the ingredients is one key thing, when it comes to finding a product to remove your wrinkles. You have to have an understanding of what ingredients help and what ingredients don't. In fact, you should research that before you ever read product reviews.

One such ingredient is vitamin C. Vitamin C is capable of reversing signs of aging, like wrinkles. It does that by giving your skin back some of its original stretch. When the skin is stretched properly, it doesn't sag. So, you'll have less wrinkles.

Free radicals are cell-damaging and destroying. One of the other advantages to vitamin C is that it helps to fend off free radicals. So, that's another way that it keeps your skin looking younger and healthier.

You should keep in mind, though, that there's more than one form of vitamin C. You want to avoid the types that can cause problems or don't work as well, like L-Ascorbic acid. The better type is Ascorbyl Palmitate.

The search for an anti wrinkle product should be somewhat easier, now that you know one of the ingredients to look for. It can be made even easier, though, by using modern conveniences. So, consider researching and purchasing on the Internet.

Of course, you could run all over town comparing prices and ingredients in products at local stores. There are plenty of products to be had, after all. Why waste the time and energy, though? It's so much easier to stay at home and look for the products at your own pace and without any distractions.

When you shop on the Internet, you get fast access to tons of valuable information, such as product ingredients and prices. You can quickly choose the product you want to try and you can quickly order it. In fact, you can often get discounted pricing online. - 30246

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Brooke Hogans Top Diet For 2010!

By Casey Wigwire

Weight loss begins with getting the day off to a proper start by eating a nutritious breakfast. You then need to make sure that no matter how many pounds you wish to shed that you do not skip any meals! In order to keep your calories on track and your blood sugar at a balanced level it is best to eat five to six smaller meals instead of three larger ones. Just make sure that you eat light and you make healthy choices.

Consume your fair share of fruits and veggies every day. They are bulk dense foods which means they will make you feel full right away. They are also low in calories and are an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, cancer fighting antioxidants and fiber.

Avoid fatty food intake. We all know that our body also needs fat but not too much fat than we are currently observing. We can do this by minimizing our fat intake. One instance would be instead of using corn oil or margarine why don't we eat a corn, and for vegetable oil why don't we make it vegetables instead.

Too much sugar is not good for weight conscious individuals. Find ways to reduce your level of consumption. Soda pop and other such drinks should be avoided. Drink water. Six to eight glasses everyday sounds fine. Do not add sugar to your coffee or your tea. Cut back in every way you can.

Avoid using vehicle whenever you have to go to a nearby place. Instead, walk in a moderate pace. This will burn the extra calories accumulated in your body. It is recommended to walk for at least 45 minutes a day.

Think portion control both when you are dining at home and also when you dine out. Pay close attention to each fork and spoonful of food. Do not fill your plate until it is overflowing. Instead choose a moderate portion that is just enough to satisfy you. If you go out to a restaurant and the portion is too much for you then ask the server to put it in a container for you to take home. In the same way, eat one helping and then say no to seconds.

Weight loss tips would not be complete without exercise entering the discussion. If you are a person who prefers to sit in front of the computer or television and rarely gets any physical activity then change the channel on that immediately! To shed body fat your body must be in motion as often as possible. Some options to add more physical fitness to your life include walking, cycling, jogging, swimming, playing a sport of choice or taking an exercise class. You can also go to the gym and work out on a selection of the machines at your disposal. - 30246

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Want Great Looking Well Moisturized Skin? You Don't Need The Best Moisturizer At All.

By Peter Albertonach

Does that confuse you? Surly if you want great looking well moisturized skin you need to find the best moisturizer? No, and here's why, and also here's 4 steps to great looking skin that is also well moisturized skin.

You know the best way to have skin that is well moisturized and looking good, few wrinkles or lines, doesn't sag and makes you feel great? It's to have healthy skin. If you don't have healthy skin it's really pushing your luck to expect to have well moisturized great looking skin by using a moisturizer.

I'll say it again. The key to well moisturized skin is to have healthy skin. Because healthy skin is, almost by definition, well moisturized skin. If it isn't it isn't healthy. Makes sense.

And why are you looking for the best moisturizer? Why aren't you looking for a skin care line that makes your skin healthier? And why aren't you also looking for other ways to make your skin healthy?

So there's other things you can do to make your skin healthy other than using great skin care products?

Well there's some simple stuff. Simple but not necessarily easily. There 4 things you need to do to have great looking healthy and well moisturized skin.

1. It's essential to eat a good diet, because this keeps you healthy. And healthy skin goes with a healthy body. Eat plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables, regularly.

2. You must exercise. Exercise is good for the body too, and gets the blood moving better. Better blood circulation is important for good skin health.

3. Those are 2 things you must do, here's 2 things never to do. Don't smoke or get sunburned. Both of these do terrible damage to your skin and both of them cause more damage than great moisturizing can ever repair.

4. Use the best skin care products that are targeted to improving overall skin health as well as improving skin moisture by way of better skin health. There is no point in just moisturizing. You're after great looking skin and moisturizing is only a part of it.

Yes the skin care products that moisturize better than any others aren't in fact a moisturizer at all. They are products that include natural moisturizers that are better than the ingredients in the big brand name moisturizers, but they aren't moisturizers. And so if you search the best moisturizers you won't even find them.

So remember if you're out there looking for the best facial moisturizer it isn't actually a moisturizer, and that using the best skin care products that are available is only a part of great looking skin. - 30246

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Use Stress Toys To Get rid of Stress

By Kasey F. Hunsicker

Any factor can trigger in stress in you. For many their high pressured roles are a reason enough for stress. for many others the family issues and associated anxiety contributes to a rise in their levels of stress. The bottom line is that the stress emerges; irrespective of what the explanation is. If you are looking for a straightforward solution way to ward off stress ; then anxiety management toys is the perfect option for you.

Stress toys are efficient as they aim to channelize all your tension, worries and the associated stress into some kind of physical effort. Plethoras of such stress toys are available in the market. the basic fundamental of their working is that must be squeezed in order to give desired results. As they stress toys are squeezed, the strain starts to educe out. Use of stress toys ensures relief from stress in an easy and effective manner.

You'll come across many ways of stress control. Stress relief toys have an edge over many of those common measures. You can easily carry these stress relief toys around so they're available, each time you need them.

So carrying a stress toy to your work or while holidaying somewhere is an easy thing to do. Make use of these stress toys, the moment you are feeling the strain levels increasing. Since the toys are handy enough; they make a perfect and anytime solution for combating the difficulty of stress.

The easy usage is another factor that gives an edge to the anxiety management toys. Other stress management techniques usually don't have this advantage. Using stress toys involves no hassle and therefore needs not much effort on your part to use them. All you need to do is to press or squeeze your stress toy and you are done in no time. It offers an instant relief from stress. This advantage can not be availed by others methods of stress management. Some of the popular stress management's techniques are yoga, acupressure, aromatherapy and several others. If you are using these secrets to alleviate your stress; you need to put in loads of effort.

Unlike other methodologies, uneasiness control toys are cheap... dirt cheap! You can purchase toys for anywhere between $2 to $4. At least spending too much on stress management will not contribute to your stress.

The market is flooded with different types of stress toys. In spite of their variety, they maintain simplicity and simplicity of use. Where as the most simple ones range between stress balls and rubber stress hammers, you can find troublesome stress toys which are PC program toys that work as if you're wrecking your Computer , without really causing any damage.

Stress toys can be purchased form any where from your streetside store to the local Walmart. The best approach is to buy these stress toys on the web. Not only will you get a choice from, you also get the comfort of ordering the products from your home and they'll be delivered at your doorstep. Remember that if you want the stress to leave really fast, stress toys are your best bet. - 30246

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Natural Hormone Replacement Therapy

By Anju Mathur, MD

Many women are prescribed hormone replacement therapy by their doctors, to alleviate symptoms of menopause. However, there are many more hormones in the body than estrogen and progesterone, the two that are ordinarily prescribed. Melatonin, human growth hormone, DHEA, thyroid hormone - these are also important.

Competently administered natural hormone replacement therapy not only eases the symptoms of menopause, but also slows the progress of aging, slows osteoporosis, perks up memory, makes for a brighter mood and increases one's sense of well being. As the body ages, it produces less and less of the necessary hormones - these need to be replaced, not just one or two.

Bioidentical hormones are the very same as the ones your body produces. Every molecule matches. They are made mostly from plants in a lab, but the body doesn't consider them foreign substances because they are identical. Thus there are no harmful adverse reactions. A doctor should do a thorough examination and tests in a lab, to find out which hormones are in low supply and what amounts need to be prescribed.

The most commonly prescribed hormones are Premarin and Provera. Doctors prescribe most women the same dose, and never check individual hormone levels. Premarin is a artificial form of estrogen and is made from the urine of pregnant mares. Provera is synthetic progesterone and does not have the same role as natural progesterone. These are synthetic hormones made in a lab.

Hormones are dominant materials that manage numerous tasks all through the body. If too much or too little is prescribed, things can go awry. A program of replacement hormones must be tailored to the individual. If for example only estrogen is prescribed, it cannot only be the wrong amount but it can throw the body's other hormones out of wack. So all hormones must be measured and a prescription fitted to the individual.

Hormone levels from woman to woman can vary from 200 - 1500%. Just as you cannot balance your bank account without numbers on your bank statements hormone testing provides both a basis for treatment and proximity to your goal. One can customize natural hormone dosing to meet individual needs. In other words, optimize hormone levels for minimum dose to relieve symptoms but avoid overdosing.

After lab tests, it will become apparent which hormone are needed, but even then they must be prescribed in a gradient scale of amounts to let the body adjust itself to the new hormones. DHEA, melatonin, growth hormone, estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and thyroid hormone are the most common ones needed although all may not be needed in one individual.

Find a good doctor, and have the lab tests done. If you are already on hormone replacement therapy, but do not have the results you want, now you know why. - 30246

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How To Find The Best Vitamin C Skin Care Product For your Skin Type

By Edmund Travers

Cosmetic manufacturers have now discovered a new compound that will help in the fight against aging skin. This natural compound is a nutrient and its benefits in fighting the common cold and treating wounds are well documented. Vitamin C skincare products have been around for over a decade and their effectiveness has been documented by several scientific studies. Before you purchase any skincare product containing this compound, you will need to know that each form of Vitamin C is beneficial for a certain type of skin condition.

Some people purchase Vitamin C skincare products for their exfoliating effects. Skincare products containing a form of Vitamin C known as ascorbic acid help exfoliate dead skin cells. Products containing this compound have been found to be irritating to the skin. In addition, ascorbic acid has been found to oxidize very rapidly when exposed to light or heat. When this occurs, free radicals are produced. These unstable molecules (free radicals) can be detrimental for our skin since they are responsible for tissue damage.

Vitamin C serums protect the skin from ultraviolet radiation. They help reduce inflammation and prevent UVB sun damage. Since Vitamin C cannot block out ultraviolet radiation as well as sunscreen can, it is important that you also apply sunscreen to your skin. Sunscreens that contain zinc oxide and titanium dioxide are beneficial since they offer broad spectrum protection.

A fat soluble form of Vitamin C used in skin care formulas is ascorbyl palmitate. It is a more preferable form of Vitamin C since it will not irritate the skin. In addition, it is better absorbed and will retain longer in the skin than ascorbic acid. Skin care formulas containing Ascorbyl Palmitate retain their potency for at least two years, lasting significantly longer than those containing ascorbic acid. Both Ascorbyl Palmitate and ascorbic acid are able to suppress tumors caused by ultraviolet light. A research study has concluded that ascorbyl palmitate is 30 times more effective at suppressing these tumors as compared to ascorbic acid.

Vitamin C skincare products work by stimulating collagen synthesis. Collagen is a protein in our skin and literally is the glue that holds it together. As we age, collagen in our skin is decreased and when this occurs we will notice the development of wrinkles and see our skin begin to sag. So, by stimulating the production of collagen, we can achieve a reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and improve our overall complexion.

Since Vitamin C is an antioxidant, topical products help fight free radicals found on the skin. This is important since these harmful free radical molecules can damage tissue. However, it is important to know that Vitamin C skincare products can also produce free radicals. As we now know, free radical production occurs when these products have been oxidized. Other additional antioxidants such as Vitamin E are added to Vitamin C skincare products since they help counteract any free radical formation caused by oxidized ascorbic acid.

If you would like to improve the quality of your skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, Vitamin C skincare products should become part of your daily regimen. The most important aspect of this type of skin treatment is that you will need to select the proper derivative of Vitamin C. By doing so, you will now be able to use the proper skincare product that is best suited for your skin. So, if you want thicker, plumper and more resilient skin, give Vitamin C skincare products a try, you will not be disappointed. - 30246

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At 40 You're Beginning To Wonder What The Top Skin Care For 40 Year Old Women Is.

By Peter Albertonach

It's something you've avoided thinking about but the sad truth is that you're almost, or past, forty. And you've noticed that your daughters skin is just so much better than yours. And you've finally come to an understanding of why your mother seemed so much more interested in skin care at 40 than she was at 30.

There's no secrets here. By forty a woman's skin is starting to suffer the ravages of time. Now of course 40 isn't old, but the skin aging process is well under way.

So you're looking for top skin care products for 40 year old women. But as well as that there's much more you should be doing for your skin. Your skin health depends on your overall health, and so you need to be heeding all that advice you've heard for years about keeping fit and healthy.

Because great looking skin is about good skin health, and good skin health comes with good overall health. You cant have smooth glowing great looking skin if youre unfit, fat, smoke and live on pizza and burgers.

Sorry, I know that's not good news but you need to make the effort to take care of your health and your health will take care of your skin.

The first thing you need to do is to give up smoking. Smoking is about the number 1 worst thing you can do for your skin, and no amount of great skin care products can repair the damage smoking does to your skin.

Remember not to get sunburned, sunburn isn't much better for your skin than smoking, and can cause skin cancer at worst.

Make sure you eat plenty of good fresh vegetables and fruit as well and you're giving your body and skin plenty of good vitamins and minerals and anti oxidants.

And make sure you do plenty of exercise. The link between exercise and great skin may seem strange to you but it's there.

But even all that isn't quite enough. There's more you can do. You need to use the best skin care products you can find for 40 year old women. Now that doesn't mean that there are special skincare products for 40 year old women, the best skin care products are the best skin care products for everyone, regardless of age.

But it's true that if you start using the best skin care products at forty then you've got a much better chance of reversing the skin aging process at 40 than you have at 60 or 65. The loss of skin collagen and skin elastin with aging is the biggest cause of aging skin problems, and you need to combat that to combat the development of wrinkles, lines and skin sagging.

If you start too late in life you won't get nearly as much benefit from using the best skin care products as if you start at 40, or better still at 25 or 30. Start as early as you can.

So if 40 is in your past and you've started thinking more and more about finding the best skin care products for 40 year old women then if you follow that advice you'll be way in front. Get healthy and start using the best skin care products.

Leave it too late and that's just it, too late. Follow this advice to the letter and starting early and you'll be way in front of women who leave it till their 50s or 60s.

Visit my website to find out which are the worlds best skin care products. - 30246

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The Naturally Best Acne Medicine

By Linda Robison

Want to try a natural best acne medicine treatment? One that you can do at home? Well, look no further. On this page you'll find out the best natural remedies for acne; that are toxic and chemical free. The editors of Wrinkle Free Skin Tips have found and tried several natural herbal remedies for acne. The benefits of natural acne cures are endless, but most important they are free of toxic medications. Click here to learn more aboutNatural Help For Acne.

At Wrinkle Free Skin Tips you'll find homemade acne treatments, homemade facials and cleansers and natural acne cures and homemade facial cleansers that can easily made from ingredients found in your own kitchen. Making your own natural remedies for acne will help to avoid the high cost of prescription acne antibiotics and side effects.

Natural Acne Cures - Clean and Scrub
Acne breakouts start when excess bacteria and oil clog up the pores and follicles. So keeping the skin clean and the pores clear is very important. The problem is too many people (in effort to overcome excess oil) wind up over-washing and over-drying the skin causing even more oil production and more breakouts. That's why you must use a pH balanced; soothing herbal based gentle face wash. Using harsh cleansers is the most common reason for acne to become even more severe.

Along with a gentle pH balanced cleanser, you need to exfoliate to get rid of excess dead skin cells and unclog pores. A great, easy to make natural facial scrub is a combination of baking soda and water or sugar and water. Add a little bit of water to a handful of baking soda or sugar and mix until you have a paste-like consistency. Then lightly massage this paste all over your face about once or twice week. Your skin will feel incredible! This is also great for acne scar healing too. It is advisable to test this out on a small area of skin first and see how it reacts.

Natural Remedies For Acne - Facial Masks
Facial masks can be very soothing for irritated skin. Here is a great recipe to try if you have oily skin:
Oily Skin - Egg White Lemon Acne Mask
- Whip up egg whites until foamy. Then add 1-2 teaspoons of lemon juice. More if your skin is extra oily
- Apply this mask where you have acne breakouts and pimples. Let it dry, then rinse it off with cool water.
- Apply a specially formulated acne moisturizer if your face feels dry.

Dry Skin - Pineapple Honey Acne Cleanser Mask
Is it possible to have dry skin and still suffer from acne? Yes! This unusual cleansing mask is very helpful for inflamed skin that's dry too. Honey and pineapple both contain natural enzymes that exfoliate dead skin cells and clean the pores without over drying. Honey is also a great oil free moisturizer. Click here for this great Dry Skin Pineapple Honey Acne Mask.

Salicylic Acid Acne - Severe Acne Treatment
Looking for more convenient homemade acne treatments? Consider adding a natural sugar based (glycolic/salicylic acid) acne treatment to your weekly mask regime. Try this combination glycolic/salicylic acid to dissolve pore clogging oils and reduce whiteheads and blackheads. In addition, salicylic acid is also great for minimizing pores and wrinkles, and stimulates collagen production for natural healing and reducing wrinkles and fine lines. Visit www.wrinkle-free-skin-tips.com for more information. - 30246

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How Long Does Your Moisturizer Work? Help For Dry Skin

By Linda Robison

Home remedies for dry skin have been around forever and some are pretty effective. Here Ill list a few easy to use and safe dry skin remedies. While a treatment for dry skin is not necessarily a cure for dry skin, many people found relief from extremely dry skin conditions using one or all of the home remedies outlined on this page.

Best Treatment For Dry Skin

One of the most important home remedies for dry skin is to stop using SOAP! It doesnt matter if you have normal, dry, or oily skin nobody should ever use soap on their face. All facial cleansers should be pH balanced. This means that your facial cleanser cream should have a pH that measures around 7 which is neutral.

A cleanser should not be too acidic or too alkaline and a pH balance of 7 is considered neutral. Healthy skin normally has a pH that ranges from 4.2 to 6.5, so your dry skin care products should also be within this range. A pH balance higher or lower than this can upset the acid mantle which is the protective skin barrier. The acid mantel protects the skin from environmental elements like bacteria, wind, dehydration, etc.

Another great natural home remedy to help cure dry skin is to massage either olive or emu oil into your skin. Emu and olive oil can not only moisturize the skin; but can also heal and protect it. You should apply the oil after washing your skin, with a pH balanced cleanser, every night before bed. Its best to apply the oil while the skin is slightly damp. One of the best moisturizer I have every tried was a Botanical Water Proof Moisturizer. Click here Help For Dry Skin to learn more.

The Cure For Dry Skin Mask

Consider a moisture mask treatment for dry skin a few times a week. This great easy to make mask is not only great for bumpy dry skin, but helps to clean pores because honey is a natural exfoliants. So it hydrates, cleans, and softens the skin. This mask is simple too. All you need is:

- 1 tablespoon of honey - 2 egg yolks

First beat the egg yolks well, then add the honey and mix again. Apply this mask to your whole face, neck, and even backs of your hands. Leave on for 30 minutes and rinse well. Then blot dry and apply a good high quality, therapeutic moisturizer.

Cure For Dry Skin - Diet

Your skin responds quickly to a healthy diet. We are so fat phobic that we often forget our bodies need a little bit of the good fat. So try adding a little more olive oil to your salads, flaxseeds to your yogurt or cereal and avocados in your salad. Science has proven the connection between low essential fat intake and skin disorders. Also, dont forget to eat your fish. Fish oil is excellent for not just the skin, but for reducing cholesterol, depression and arthritis. If you dont like fish, taking a good, high quality fish oil supplement.

Home Remedies for Dry Skin - Moisturizer for Dry Skin

When even the best home remedies for dry skin does not help or is not enough to cure dry skin, consider trying a therapeutic moisturizer for dry skin that clinically tested and meets pharmaceutical standards. This therapeutic cream for dry skin also contains natural soothing botanicals and is water proof for long lasting, continuous hydration and protection. Help For Dry Skin to learn more - 30246

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The Anti-oxidant Benefits Of Grape Skin Extract Is Extremely Powerful

By Thomas Sinclair

The antioxidant benefits of grape skin extract are extremely powerful, and one of the easiest and most delicious ways of enjoying these benefits, is by drinking a glass of red wine daily. This is sufficient to get a mega-dose of resevratrol, the anti-oxidant ingredient.


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Hundreds of generations of people living to ripe old ages in Europe, led to this amazing discovery. These populations suffer less cancers, less heart disease and less of all the dread diseases which plague, for arguments sake the Americans. They also suffer from lower stress levels, age slower and are generally speaking a darn sight happier. This has been proven to be because of millennium long histories of daily red wine consumption.

It has been proven that daily drinking of red wine has provided all these health benefits, and it is only red wine which is responsible. The secret lies in the way this wine is made. Grapes are harvested when ripe and placed whole in a barrel with yeast to help fermentation. The skin of the grape, the pips and even the grape vine is very rich in plant polyphenols. These are produced naturally to protect the grapes and vines from disease. Resveratrol is a powerful plant polyphenols, the wine making process, concentrates its properties.

Once fermentation has taken place, the grapes are pressed and the juice is separated from the seeds and pips etc. When it has aged sufficiently in barrels, the wine is dispensed into bottles for consumption and we drink it.

Endothelin-1 is a bad protein, found to be one of the principle cases of atherosclerosis, in a research study conducted with red wine as a subject. 68 % of participants consuming this delicious drink were found to have much lower Endothelin-1 levels. But this is not the only research study concerning the drinking of red wine, many more benefits have been found.

Everything in moderation is the key, and only one glass a day should be consumed, although men may be able to drink more than women. However if you are unable to drink red wine - and this is the source of the best grape skin extract, it is available in supplement form.

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Natural Remedies For Acne

By Linda Robison

Have you been searching for natural homemade acne treatments? Well, look no further. Here you'll find out about the best natural remedies for acne; that are chemical free. The editors of Natural Old Home Remedies have found and tried several natural herbal remedies for acne. The benefits of natural acne cures are endless, but most important they are free of toxic medications. Click here to learn How To Have Healthy Skin.

Here you'll find homemade acne treatments, natural acne cures and homemade facial masks and cleanser that you can whip up in your own kitchen. You'll also find natural over-the-counter herbal remedies for acne. With these natural remedies for acne hopefully you'll be able to avoid the high cost of prescription acne antibiotics and toxic side effects.

Natural Acne Cures - Cleanse Acne starts when excess oil and bacteria clog up the pores. Keeping the skin clean and the pores open is very important. But toom many people - in an attempt to get rid of their acne - over-wash the skin leaving it dried out. This in turn causes even more oil production, and more breakouts. That's why you MUST use a pH balanced, soothing herbal type face wash that is gentle.

In addition to a pH balanced gentle cleanser, you need to exfoliate to get rid of dead skin cells to help unclog the pores. A great natural scrub to try is mixing baking soda or sugar and water together. Simply mix a small amount of water to a handful of sugar and/or baking soda until you have a paste-like consistency. Lightly massage this mixture all over your face (avoid the eye area). Your skin will feel super smooth and clean! This scrub is also great for acne scars and reducing the appearance of wrinkles. It is advisable to test this out on a small area of skin first and see how it reacts.

Homemade Acne Treatments - Facial Masks Facial masks can be very healing for acne prone skin. Here is one to try if you have oily skin: Oily Skin - Egg White Lemon Acne Mask - Beat two egg whites. Then add 2 teaspoons of lemon juice. - Use a cotton ball to apply this mask where you have acne breakouts. Let it dry, then rinse it off with cool water. - Apply a specially formulated acne moisturizer if your face feels dry.

Dry Skin - Pineapple Honey Acne Mask Many acne sufferers have dry skin, not oily and must address this issue carefully. Too much oil and you can aggravate the skin. Try this unusual cleansing mask is very helpful for inflamed dry skin. This mask uses honey and pineapple - which both contain natural enzymes that exfoliate dead skin cells and clean the pores without over drying. Honey is also a great oil free moisturizer. Click here for this great Dry Skin Pineapple Honey Acne Mask recipe. This mask can be used by anyone who wants a great glowing skin. Once you try this ...... You'll be hooked!

Salicylic Acid Acne - Severe Acne Treatment Looking for more convenient homemade acne treatments? Consider adding a natural sugar based (glycolic/salicylic acid) acne treatment to your weekly mask regime. Try this combination glycolic/salicylic acid to dissolve pore clogging oils and reduce whiteheads and blackheads. In addition, salicylic acid is also great for minimizing pores and wrinkles, and stimulates collagen production for natural healing and reducing wrinkles and fine lines. Visit Natural Old Home Remedies for more information. - 30246

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Sometimes The Best Anti Wrinkle Cream Is Better Than Surgery

By Lynne Bridges

Sometimes, as adults, we suddenly find that the years have gotten away from us. We look in the mirror one day and just don't recognize ourselves anymore. Part of that is due to natural signs of aging, like deep wrinkles. The natural reaction is to look for the best anti wrinkle cream to fight them.

When it comes to such creams, there's certainly no problem finding one. In fact, the problem is that there are too many to choose from. Some are meant for just one area of the body, like the neck or under the eyes, while others can be used anywhere. Are they really worth it, though? If they aren't, how can you fight the wrinkle problem?

Botox:

A lot of people choose to go the Botox route. If injections of chemicals under your skin don't bother you, it might be a good option. The trouble, though, is that it's only a temporary way to fill in the wrinkles.

Botox injections are either expensive or useless. What I mean by that is that you can get one injection, which is expensive by itself. If you stop there, though, your wrinkles will only return. So, you actually need to get repeated Botox injections, if you want to keep the wrinkles away. That means the expense can really add up.

Surgical Procedures:

Another treatment you could try for wrinkles is surgery. Although surgery is a valid treatment, though, many people are turning to other solutions, these days. Part of the reason for that is because there are so many new treatment options on today's market.

There are a few problems with surgery. One is that it's invasive, of course. In other words, it involves recovery time and also some risks. Another issue is that it can be really expensive. For some, though, it's a good option.

The Safer Alternative:

Anti wrinkle creams, unlike surgery and injections, are easier to come by, more convenient and cheaper. They also come with a lot less risks. So, many people opt to use creams. After all, with all those good reasons, it's hard to say no to such a solution.

Finding the right cream, though, can be tough to do. If you want to find the best anti wrinkle cream for deep wrinkles, you should start by asking your doctor. Then, based on their recommendations, you can research online. That way, you can do side by side comparisons of ingredients and prices and find the right product. - 30246

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The Hottest Legs in Inner Thigh Exercises

By Jennifer Lewis

Do you want to know a simple way to stay slim and slender? Since most of us wants to have toned legs, a quick way is to attend the best inner thigh exercise programs. The muscles in this area are known as the hip adductors, which react in a special exercise routine made for it.

a. Light exercises serves only as warm ups and your muscles will just slightly feel the pressure. This takes about 1 to 3 repetitions of the said activity above.

In whole, you have to do 3 sets in every leg of this inner thigh exercise activity. For beginners, the recommended are 3 sets in 10 repetitions in every leg. After 3-4 weeks and you feel comfortable with the activity, you can more weight on your ankles, about 1 pound would be suffice.

b. Make Your Inner Thigh Firmer

d. The moderate type to high intensified activities can make your muscles begin to hurt, but your body might feel heavier, since the muscles are now getting firmer.

After, you can expect more leg strength, which is very convenient for walking, running or swimming. Your legs will be more attractive than ever!

To be able to gain the right results for your thighs, an intensity ranging in 3 and 4 should be attained. Yet, this is different for some persons. In other cases, doing 10 repetitions of an inner thigh exercise is sufficed to achieve an intensity of 3 or 4. This usually takes place in beginners or persons coming from a long break. However, in other cases, the more fit and trimmed persons usually attains an intensity of 3 or 4 in 30 to 40 repetitions of the said activity, wherein persons who makes use of ankle weights also gains the same results.

This is a gym machine, which both men and women use for exercising with motion and weight. You can also use it for inner thigh exercises. It has a long bench, wherein users can either lie down or sit on it.

Definitely inner thigh exercises are great ways to shape the inner thighs. What are the materials you will need? When doing its activities, usually they follow lying down positions, so you will particularly need a mat. This comes in any color. Of course, you have to wear light and warm clothes. It is most essential to wear fitness apparels made with cotton fabric. It is the number one fiber of choice among consumers for exercise clothes. You can choose a light white cotton shirt and soft shorts for the activity.

To be able to gain the right results for your thighs, you should attain an intensity ranging in 3 and 4. Yet, this is different for some persons. In other cases, doing 10 repetitions of an inner thigh exercise is suffice enough to achieve an intensity of 3 or 4. This usually takes place in beginners or persons coming from a long break. However, in other cases, the more fit and trimmed persons usually attains an intensity of 3 or 4 in 30 to 40 repetitions of the said activity, wherein persons who makes use of ankle weights also gains the same results. - 30246

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome And It's Treatments

By Trey Nuthbert

If you've got tingling, pain, and numbness in your hands or wrists, particularly in the center, index, ring fingers or thumb, you may have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. This condition also features weakness and loss of feeling within the hands and fingers.

Repetitive hand and finger use are thought to cause Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. The median nerve gets compressed where it passes through the carpal tunnel, that could be a constricted passageway of ligaments and bones underneath the wrist.

One among the ways that Carpal Tunnel Syndrome will be treated is by acupuncture. The acupuncture treatment points for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome are on the hands, wrists, arm neck, thumb, upper back and leg.

The amount of acupuncture treatments you will need for relief vary and depend upon things like the severity of your condition, how much you utilize your hands, wrists, and arms, and your overall health.

Laser acupuncture can also be employed in the treatment of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

Acupressure is another treatment option. This works terribly similarly to acupuncture, solely it will not rely on needles or lasers. Instead, pressure is applied to certain points of the body. This pressure is thought to end in increased blood flow to the affected areas, thereby reducing swelling and pain. Acupressure points for Carpal Tunnel syndrome are the hands, wrists, and forearms.

In some studies, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome has been connected to Vitamin B6 deficiencies. Therefore, it might be effective to treat the condition through an increased intake of Vitamin B6. bok choy, stylish peas, salmon, pork, turkey, chicken, potatoes, avocados, sunflower seeds, brown rice, bananas, barley, and mangoes are foods naturally rich in levels of Vitamin B6. You can additionally take 50mg of Vitamin B6 from two to 3 times daily as a treatment for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

Eating additional pineapple can really facilitate in the treatment of the condition, since pineapples are a natural source of the enzyme, bromelain. Bromelain may facilitate to decrease the swelling that comes with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

There are many alternative treatments available to you if you suffer with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. It is perpetually suggested to talk to a physician before you start any course of treatment for any disease or condition. Tell your doctor if you desire to strive natural homeopathic or holistic treatments for your condition. Most doctors will respect your want to want to treat your condition in a natural or holistic doctor. If your physician is pressing you to instantly medicate for your condition, raise why. Maybe, your scenario is significantly or he or she has a very valid reason for refusing the natural possibility for your treatment.

While Carpal Tunnel Syndrome can be painful and restrictive, it's not life threatening. Therefore, your doctor ought to be cheap enough to allow you to attempt natural therapies for this explicit ailment. If your physician is not alert to your desire to treat your Carpal Tunnel Syndrome naturally, you may wish to hunt out the advice of another doctor.

There are plenty of doctors around these days who are awake to natural healing and treatment. - 30246

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