Health Blog
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How to Cope with Stretch Marks
Stretch marks can appear on different parts of the body, typically with the look of bands of lines running across the skin. Even rapidly growing adolescents can notice some stretch marks appearing. Find out more about the signs and symptoms of stretch marks... -
Stretch Marks or Cellulite?
Certainly stretch marks and cellulite both affect the skin but they are different skin conditions. And those who have one or other of these conditions will often wish that they can improve their skin's appearance.
We will share the signs and symptoms of the two conditions together with how to prevent and even treat them.
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Reduce the Appearance of Stretch Marks
As the name suggests, stretch marks (striae) can appear when there is rapid stretching of the skin, appearing as parallel streaks of red, thinned glossy skin that over time become whitish and scar like in appearance. Find out more about the causes and what you can do to get rid of those stretch marks. -
Breakthrough New Research For Eczema
We have written on this subject before but now new research published in the British Journal of Dermatology has found that babies had a lower risk of developing atopic eczema in their first year IF their mothers take a Vitamin D supplement. -
Eczema is a Common Skin Condition in Pregnancy
When you are pregnant, there can be a whole list of unwanted discomforts that you might have to endure. In addition, pregnancy can trigger a lot of different changes in the skin for women. These can include eczema outbreaks. -
What Can You Do About Stretch Marks in Pregnancy?
Of course the timeline for the development of stretch marks will be different for everyone - but the first sign could be some itching.
The good news is that stretch marks do not cause any harm nor any medical problems. It is all about whether their appearance worries you. Â
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Pillows are Not Just For Laying Down Our Heads to Sleep
We share all the different ways with pillows which you can use to make your sleeping time more comfortable... -
Is Tattooing Your Legs a Solution to Cover Up Varicose Veins?
I went for a lovely walk along the beach today and I passed a woman who was heavily tattooed including some tattoos up and down her legs - and it got me thinking. What a novel way to cover up varicose veins...
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Top 10 Tips for Treating with Witch Hazel
The bark, leaves and twigs of witch hazel are all high in tannins, giving this plant its astringent properties to dry, tighten and harden tissues. -
Pregnancy & Should You Think Twice About That Glucose Test?
You might want to think twice about challenging your body and that of your unborn baby with that artificial concoction that is the test for gestational diabetes or glucose intolerance when there are other safer options. -
Swim As Often As You Can For At Least 10 Health Benefits
Competitive swimmers are always in fantastic shape but even those who just swim for leisure and for pleasure know that they not only look great on the outside but feel just as good on the inside.
The health benefits of swimming are almost unmatched by just about any other sport or exercise.
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Fenugreek is One of the Top Antioxidant Foods
The Romans, Greeks and ancient Egyptians all cultivated fenugreek for its culinary and medicinal value, and today this tender annual plant has com...
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