Health experts have considered the relationship between sleep and calorie intake for a long time, pinpointing sleep deprivation a risk factor for obesity, but there hasn’t been extensive research on if sleep can directly affect how much someone eats. That is until now. A new study published Feb. 7, 2022, in JAMA Internal Medicine wanted to
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
There’s no shortage of different yoga styles to choose from, but here’s an emerging type you may have never heard of: face yoga. In addition to potentially having anti-aging effects, yoga for your face might help you relax and relieve tension, such as in the muscles around your temples and in between your eyes. (This
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
This homemade sunburn spray will help soothe any sunburn. The ingredients mix perfectly to create a sunburn home remedy that will reduce the inflammation while rehydrating the skin. Keep this handy in the summer months, as the sooner you apply to your own or a loved one’s sunburn, the better. Key Sunburn Relief Ingredients Liquid
As of May 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) reports that obesity rates in Europe have reached “epidemic proportions.” An epidemic is defined as “widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community at a particular time.” In the WHO European Region, which comprises 53 countries covering a vast geographical region, prevalence of obesity has risen
Sometimes it’s easy to get lazy about removing makeup. Research shows that using natural remedies on the face can help slow down the aging process. While it’s best to use herb-based makeup as part of a natural skin care routine, making sure that you remove any makeup you choose to use is important to having
Although the skin is subject to acne, other skin conditions and aging, as the body’s largest organ, it also has the potential to soak up a lot of healthy vitamins. One of the main vitamins our skin soaks up is vitamin D, which it absorbs from sunlight. The skin can also absorb vitamins from face
We’re all looking for the secret ingredient that will give us a clearer, brighter and more youthful appearance. There’s no shortage of natural and synthetic ingredients in the cosmetic world, with alpha hydroxy acids like mandelic acid (MA) one of them. Mandelic acid is an exfoliant that’s used in skin peels to promote cell turnover,
I love a facial toner that’s both refreshing and gentle enough to use every day, but most commercial toners aren’t good for you. They may help absorb excess oils from the face and even out the complexion, but many are full of harsh chemicals and fragrances and come at a hefty price. Fortunately, one of my favorite
