Your skin often represents your inner health and wellbeing. For example, when we are stressed, we might break out; when we have a hormonal imbalance, we become more prone to…
Reviewed by a DoctorAccording to a study in the Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy, cellulite affects between 85 and 90% of the women. Though cellulite is not life-threatening, it can definitely be…
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Audio ArticleGreen tea is used both as a beauty ingredient and a natural remedy for different health conditions. It’s made from the leaves of the same plant, which is harvested for…
When the Curly Girl Method trend became a hype, a lot of people switched their favorite shampoos for sulfate-free ones. But why? A popular Google search asks, “Why is SLS…
Reviewed by a DoctorIn short, the main difference between IBS and IBD hides in the nature of those conditions. While IBS is a syndrome (a combination of various symptoms) that does not trigger…
Reviewed by a Dietitian Audio ArticleCoconut oil is advertised as the holy grail of cooking oils. Many people include it in their diet in order to benefit from the “promised” health-related properties of this oil.…
Reviewed by a Doctor“Blue light” that has been flying around the internet for some time, alarming consumers to be aware of its harmful effects on their health and body. And even the smartphone…
Reviewed by a Dietitian Audio ArticleAccording to the US Center for Science in the Public Interest, unhealthy diet habits account for around 678.000 deaths in the US every year. [1] Besides, an unhealthy diet can…
Reviewed by a DietitianThere are plenty of different opinions about which fats (oils and butter) are suitable for cooking, and which ones should be avoided. This is due to the fact that some…
The Aloe Vera plant has become a popular beauty ingredient due to its soothing and moisturizing properties. However, there are many suggestions that Aloe Vera can also be beneficial to…
Reviewed by a DoctorAccording to the American Academy of Dermatology, 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. Intermittent sun exposure in childhood and during adolescence may increase risk of…
According to Cleveland Clinic, HPV affects around 14 million new patients every year. It is a very common viral infection, which impacts the reproductive tract. [1] HPV is actually the…
If you have dry skin, you probably know how difficult it is to take care of it and moisturize it effectively. Tight pores, flaky patches, redness, millia, signs of premature…
Contrary to many speculations that all bacteria are harmful, in fact, in our bodies, we have both good and bad bacteria, which live symbiotically and at peace when both are…
The big question every woman asks at least 3 times a week: “Do I have to wash my hair now, or can I just use dry shampoo this time?” Before…
Reviewed by a DoctorOur cosmetic and personal care products are full of ingredients we don’t know much about. We must, therefore, check every list of ingredients in order to take full control of…
The curiosity of trying out new and different skincare products is the main driver for every skincare junkie. (For those who are not familiar with this term, “skincare junkie” is…
Reviewed by a Dietitian Audio ArticleDiet is a key factor when it comes to preserving our kidneys’ health. In fact, almost all kidney diseases (KD) benefit from a change of diet as part of the…
Diet plays a key role in supporting our inner health and outer appearance.Therefore, by including certain foods in your meals, you can impact the health of your skin in a…
Aloe Vera has become a popular ingredient for both skincare and holistic health support. In the store, you can find this plant in two common forms: Gel and Juice. But…
When people see the label “Rich in fiber” on the cereal box, they always consider this as a “healthy meal” sign. And they are absolutely right! However, most of the…
Reviewed by a DoctorAccording to 2018 data reported by the American Heart Association, more than 100 million Americans suffer from high blood pressure. Or in other words, every third person you meet may…
Reviewed by a DoctorYou’ve probably had those days. You wake up, look in the mirror, and see that your skin is breaking out: whiteheads, blackheads, milia, pustules, cysts, or other acne formations (both…
Reviewed by a DietitianThroughout the years, many different kinds of diets have raised their popularity by promising fast and long term weight loss results, without a yo-yo effect: Atkins diet, 90-day diet, vegan…
Reviewed by a DoctorAccording to the Crohn’s Colitis Foundation, around 1.6 million Americans suffer from inflammatory bowel disease (also called IBD). And the tendency goes upward, as approximately 70.000 new patients are diagnosed…
Magnesium deficiency is a widespread condition among both young and older adults. But even though hypermagnesemia (magnesium toxicity) is not occurring as often, we have to be aware of the…
How do you choose your deodorant and antiperspirant? Brand? Aroma? Spray? Stick? Roll-on? Whatever type you choose, there is a high chance that it contains aluminum. You’ve probably heard that…
Reviewed by a Dietitian Audio ArticleIt’s not a secret that regular exercise gives us tons of health benefits and makes us look and feel better at the same time! In fact, evidence suggests that physical…
Yogurt is an extremely popular product in every household, as you can do a lot of things with it: you can make (yogurt) smoothie, (yogurt) ice cream and (yogurt) desserts,…
It is a well-known fact that sugar is unhealthy. But yet, its sooo tasty… and it is so difficult to stop eating sweets, chocolate, ice cream, muffins and all those…
Honey is not only a delicious natural sweetener, which goes perfectly with fruits, pastries, and tea! This product is actually an amazing beauty ingredient, which does wonders for our skin,…
Reviewed by a DietitianThe term “metabolism” is described by the NHS as “All the chemical processes that go on continuously inside your body to keep you alive and your organs functioning normally, such…
Although people usually associate the word “fat” with unhealthy, gain weight, and calories, there are various types of fats that we can include in our daily diet: unsaturated, saturated and…
Finding yourself in a hiccup situation where you feel limited to talk, laugh, eat, and breathe calmly is always unpleasant and related to anxiety. Also, some people find it funny…
Best ingredients for oily and acne-prone skin Oily skin is usually prone to breakouts, enlarged pores, and shiny look, due to overactive oil glands. [1] Similarly, skin prone to acne…
According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), around 50 million Americans suffer from acne every year. It’s a type of skin condition that affects the hair follicles and sebaceous…
The number of minerals is the same as the number of vitamins – 13. They are divided into two categories [1] : “Macrominerals” – the ones that are required in larger…
We all know the frustration that comes with cold, flu, and viruses. The stuffy nose, feeling hot or cold, watery eyes, muscle pain, fatigue, even sometimes nausea or headache. And…
Wrinkles, fine lines, pigmentation, dullness, and other signs of aging are absolutely normal to appear, especially when we are over 30. However, because of our busy routines and lifestyle, the…
Winter is the official flu season that people associate with congested nose, sore throat, temperature, muscle ache, etc. BUT! For some people, the other seasons (mainly spring and autumn) can…
Apart from our general skin tone and complexion, there is another factor that defines our look: skin undertone. But what is the difference between skin tone, complexion, and undertone? Skin…
Bamboo shoots (also called bamboo sprouts) are derived from the edible part of the bamboo plant. They are widely used as a main ingredient in East Asian cuisine, yet their…
Reviewed by a DoctorAccording to the American College of Gastroenterology, around 12% of the American population suffers from irritable bowel syndrome, yet only about 6% of the cases are diagnosed. That happens because…
Reviewed by a Dietitian Audio ArticleAccording to the US National Kidney Foundation, 1 in every 10 people suffers from kidney stones at some point in their life. And even though in some cases, this health…
Reviewed by a DoctorThe UV light can be your best friend or your worst enemy. It can give you many benefits or cause long term problems. We believe that every person should be…
Reviewed by a Dietitian Audio ArticleFruits and vegetables are our main food sources of minerals and vitamins. They supply us with essential nutrients, which keep our body and mind healthy and well-functioning. As a result,…
Wearing makeup every day can be annoying not only because of the frequent touch-ups that it requires throughout the day but also because you actually have to get up early…
In the past few years, Korean skincare (also known as K-beauty) has become a benchmark for beautiful and healthy skin. And not just for Koreans. The different K-beauty skincare routines…
The formation of kidney stones is a serious health condition that requires medical attention and treatment. Kidney stones are tiny hard particles, which are formed by the chemicals in the…
Reviewed by a DoctorUrinary tract infections are common bacteria-caused health conditions, which affect around 150 billion people every year. And even though they are widely spread, they can be persistent and cause a…
In the past, the act of fasting has always been closely related to religious or spiritual beliefs. However, nowadays, fasting is seen more like a health-improving “diet” or “regime,” which…
Taking care of your gut is essential in order to preserve the health of your digestive system. Some symptoms that you may experience when there’s an imbalance in your gastrointestinal…
Even though sugar is an extremely delicious and additive ingredient, it is related to serious health problems in long term consumption, such as obesity, metabolic issues, diabetes, heart disease, and…
For many years, sunflower oil has been thought of as the least healthy oil for cooking because of its low smoking point (107 degrees Celsius Unrefined [1] ) and its association…
Dry brushing has been an underestimated practice for a long time. However, because of its health and beauty benefits, its fame has been increasing recently, and more and more people…
The thyroid gland is a vital organ for our health because of its primary function to produce two essential hormones, which play a significant role in the body’s metabolism, growth,…
As I promised, I will share my homemade oat body scrub recipe. You will need the following ingredients: 1 part oats (You can use old fashioned oats if you want…
