Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published April 9, 2018. Witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is an extract from the North American shrub of the same name. Traditionally, the bark, leaves and twigs have been used to extract active plant constituents such as flavonoids, polyphenols, tannins and volatile oil. These compounds make… Read More »
Looking for a natural way to keep your skin free from breakouts this summer? There are many natural ingredients to consider as part of your own herbal face cleanser recipe for summer skin breakouts. Why Aloe Vera Extract is Great Topical application of aloe vera extract is best known for its ability to heal burns,… Read More »
Learn 4 amazing summer skin care secrets! Your skin is the largest organ in your body, with an average of 20 square feet per person. In the summertime, our skin is exposed as we wear less clothing to cope with the heat. Although sunlight and time spent outdoors is fantastic for your mental and physical… Read More »
Nutrition starts in the mouth. If you have poor oral health or have mouth sores, ingesting food may be difficult. And if you can’t eat properly, you won’t be able to sustain your body’s nutritional needs. While following the popular ‘regular exercise and healthy diet’ advice always helps, there are specific foods that may help… Read More »
Researchers at the Chinese University of Hong Kong have developed an artificial skin that can effectively indicate if damage has occurred, in the same way that our skin bruises naturally. The new skin is made using an ionic hydrogel, and demonstrates changes in electrical signaling when it is deformed. It also produces a purple color… Read More »
For patients who have experienced certain common types of stroke, a small chip inserted under the skin may help physicians predict their likelihood of experiencing a second stroke, and therefore their likelihood of benefiting from preventive therapy. The findings come from a recent clinical trial published in the Journal of the American Medical Association and… Read More »
Hibiscus, also sometimes known as swamp rose, is a bright, tropical flower beloved both by gardeners, tea lovers, and naturopaths. It looks great, it smells great, and it tastes great. The hibiscus flower has long been used in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine because of its many potential healing properties. Hibiscus flower has historically been used… Read More »