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Scars are understandably a frustration for many people and can range from simply annoying to downright debilitating. Scars on the face are particularly distressing because they are so visible and consequently drive some to low self esteem and can even create a sense of shame.

Himalayan salt is nothing more than salt that’s been mined from the foothills of the Himalayas, but has been shown to reap massive benefits for the body. The salt is mined from mines that are located in one of the largest salt ranges in the world, they date back to over a quarter of a billion years ago and have been squeezed under extremely high pressure this entire time.

Vertigo is a rather unpleasant sensation of dizziness; it feels as though the world is spinning around you. The primary cause for this persistent dizziness has something to do with the inner ear where there are many sensitive balance mechanisms. Inside our ears are very small calcium stones which move around as we move around.

Hair care is a vital part of any beauty regime, but many of us fail to pay due attention to our coif.  Even if you’ve spent a good size portion on a great cut, fabulous stylist and expensive shampoos and conditioners you may be missing some of the most important steps to great hair. 

Is male menopause real or just a medical condition that’s been created to push more pharmaceutical drugs? Can male menopause be diagnosed by a physician or can you self-diagnose yourself from reading a Q and A from GQ?

Sore throats are not only painful but can be exceedingly annoying. Although they obviously aren’t a symptom severe enough to merit immediate medical attention, they can have a very negative effect on your daily life. There are numerous causes of sore throat, including viruses, bacteria, cigarette smoke, sinus drainage, allergies, and sudden changes in temperature.

BioPerine is a standardized extract from the Piper nigrum L (black pepper) fruit and contains 95% piperine, a patented ingredient used in the nutraceutical industry to increase the bioavailability of nutrition supplements.

Stevia, also known as sweet leaf, sugar plant, or sugar leaf, is an herb which grows natively in tropical and subtropical South America, but is currently grown all over the world. The plant grows like a shrub, only reaching a height of about four feet, and can be cultivated rather easily because of its natural insect repelling qualities.

Green tea is a popular source of polyphenols - powerful antioxidant compounds that offer better antioxidant protection than vitamin C. Polyphenols block the formation of abnormal cell growth, suppresses carcinogens, can destroy cancer-causing agents and reduce inflammation associated with disease.

Ok so now that summer is officially in full swing it may be time to actually take some time to pamper those little puppies walking around in flip-flops and going bare in the sand.  Not only are your feet much more visible than they are in other seasons during the hot summer months, but they can also suffer more from increased walking and from less than supportive footwear.  This being

Common fruits and vegetables are often waxed which protects the food from  bruising, extends shelf life, increases the shine and prevents loss of moisture.

It is an unfortunate yet highly predictable consequence of aging that the mind’s memory begins to deteriorate; almost everyone has experienced this phenomenon with elderly people who they spend time with. The inevitability of memory loss is what is particularly startling about the phenomenon.

Sprouting involves the practice of soaking, draining and rinsing, legumes and nuts until they germinate or sprout. Sprouting greatly increases the nutritional value of the food by more than 20% by releasing enzyme inhibitors that are meant to protect the dormant seed or nut.

As many people may have suspected, commonly used chemical compounds have now been decidedly linked to ADHD, or Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder, in children.  According to a study conducted by the Boston University School of Public Health, industrial compounds such as polyfluroaky

Quinoa is a seed that is rich in amino acids and protein that has a fluffy texture and nutty flavour when cooked. Though not a common household food item, quinoa is becoming more and more popular as it gains prominence as a “superfood.”

Back pain is probably one of the most common afflictions that people face, it can be irritating and debilitating. Back pain can strike any time and very suddenly, with varying degrees of pain. Sometimes the pain arises from an injury sustained the day before, sometimes it is a result of long and sustained strain on the back.

Blueberries literally burst with flavour and wholesome goodness and is the blue ribbon winner in nutrition. They are low in calories and take the top prize in the Tufts University analysis of 60 fruits and vegetables for their antioxidant capacity.

Bipolar disorder is a tragic mental illness that affects people of all ages. Some of the most tragic cases of the disease are when it afflicts teenagers due to the pivotal nature of that time in their life and the difficulties involved in both being a teenager and dealing with a teenager. About one in every hundred and fifty people has the disease, seven percent of those being teenagers.