There's more than one emollient out there. In fact, there are several natural emollients that you probably already use for your skin care routine. Emollients are mainstays for dry, cracked and damaged skin. They are almost always used in moisturizers because they lock water into the skin while providing a protective barrier that keeps irritants…
Although children most often develop swimmer’s ear from swimming outdoors in oceans or lakes, adults can also develop this painful problem. In fact, swabbing the inside of the ears with Q-tips after a shower (a common habit among cleanly adults) can actually raise the risk for ear infections, since this removes protective bacteria and also…
Do you use natural skin care products and other ingredients — such as serums, exfoliants and oils – but still feel like your skin is relatively dry, dull and/or uneven in texture? Then you might benefit from a skin care trick nicknamed "slugging," which involves layering thick ointment over thinner ingredients to help "seal" them in. Does…
People have always visited the doctor for digestive issues, and modern times are no different. Today’s diet is steeped in salt and sugar. It lacks the stimulating digestive work of bitterness, which research confirms is vital to your health. And, as we know, a healthy gut is key to a healthy body. For centuries, wild,…
Have you ever wondered if swimming in pools treated with chlorine is bad for you? Chlorine might do a great job of killing bacteria in pools and hot tubs, but unfortunately, it's pretty harsh toward your skin (and hair) — which is where chlorine rash comes in. Because chlorine can zap moisture from skin and…
Depending on how you choose to use social media networks such as Instagram, your feed can either improve your habits and self-esteem, or potentially take a toll on your mindset. I believe one of the keys to using Instagram in a positive way is to follow like-minded health influencers and fitness influencers who provide you…
More and more research shows just how important it is for overall health to get enough sun exposure, which is why vitamin D deficiency is a serious issue. One reason is because the sun provides us with vitamin D, an essential nutrient that benefits the body in so many ways. What does vitamin D do…
It may sound unpleasant, but a cold shower can actually be good for you. In fact, cold shower benefits both the body and the mind, as crazy as that may sound to some people. For most of human history, people were exposed to very cold temperatures, whether they wanted to be or not. Extreme cold…
Although most people don’t realize it, their favorite skin care products can be significant contributors to their expose to harmful ingredients, toxins and chemicals. That's “the real price of beauty,” but you can avoid the chemical options for natural skin care ingredients instead. Fact is the majority of store-bought, commercially produced beauty products come packed…
What if I told you there was a vitamin that plays a role in increasing antioxidant status, preventing free radical damage,and naturally slowing aging? I’m talking about vitamin E, and believe it or not, vitamin E benefits don’t end there. Most people aren’t aware that “vitamin E” is a collective description for eight compounds, four…
