Dreaded eczema. It can be itchy, uncomfortable and worst of all, an unpredictable condition. For some people, the dry, indoor air of winter causes flare-ups. But for others, it's warmer weather where there’s increased sweating, outdoor allergens, and increased exposure to sunlight. This can all ignite a bout of itching, rashes, and other symptoms. Weather aside, let’s look at the exact definition, causes and treatments. Eczema (also called atopic dermatitis) is a condition that causes your skin to become dry, red, itchy and bumpy. It's one of many types of dermatitis. Eczema damages the skin barrier function. This loss of barrier function makes your skin more sensitive and more prone to infection and dryness. It’s caused by a combination of...
Everyone knows that aging is a normal and natural part of life. And unfortunately, our physical bodies tend to degenerate with the life-long wear and tear of our joints and muscles. Arthritis is one of many age-related diseases. Arthritis means joint inflammation, but the term is used to describe around 200 conditions that affect joints, the tissues that surround the joint, and other connective tissue. The most common form of arthritis is osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. OSTEOARTHRITIS VS RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS Osteoarthritis usually comes with age and most often affects the fingers, knees, and hips. Sometimes osteoarthritis follows a joint injury. For example, you might have badly injured your knee when young and develop arthritis in your knee joint years later....
Gut health awareness is growing fast as people are becoming more conscious that it is one of the most important health and wellbeing aspects in people’s lives. The more we learn about our gut and the important processes that take place there, the more we realize that we need to pay closer attention to what we are putting into our bodies. The gastrointestinal system is the main portal for processing nutrients, but it also serves a communication center for the body and a disease fighter. From your nervous and immune systems to your mental health and digestive function, a healthy gut plays a key role in your every day well-being. It makes sense why so many sayings relate to your...
Alcohol and drinking is a part of having a social life and enjoying major events and celebrations in life. A cheers among friends and family is synonymous with achievement, happiness and laughter. But as everyone knows, unfortunate, sometimes a nasty hangover can outweigh the short-lived euphoria of the drinking the night before. And, worst of all, there's no real cure for a hangover. But we have found something that gives real gut and liver support, assisting your body in overcoming the dreaded hangover. OUCH, MY HEAD! The main cause of a hangover is the effect of ethanol – the alcohol in your drinks. It's a toxic chemical that works in the body as a diuretic causing dehydration and an electrolyte...
Getting enough water daily and staying hydrated is one of the most important things you can do for your general health and wellbeing. BENEFITS OF STAYING HYDRATED // regulates body temperature // keeps joints lubricated // prevents fatigue // prevents infections // delivers nutrients to cells // keeps organs functioning properly // improves sleep quality // boosts cognition // elevates mood // decreases food cravings // regulates blood sugar levels Many people don't like to admit that they don't like the taste or find it difficult to drink water (probably because it’s neutral and just plain boring after your 4th glass of the day)! We get it, that’s why we’ve put together five of our favorite water infusion recipes for...
