Dry skin, or xerosis, is usually a long term and recurring problem, especially in winter. Dry skin is a problem which is especially pervasive in dry climates and elderly individuals. The symptoms of dry skin can include flaking, scaly skin, and itchiness. Dry skin is more common on your lower legs, arms, sides of your torso, and your arms. Some of the symptoms of dry skin are itching, scaling, and cracks in the skin. Dry skin occurs most commonly on the arms and legs, but can also affect the trunk of the body.

Dermatologists often call dry skin “xerosis” … read more

Rosacea is a dermatologic condition that affects the midfacial region. More than 50% of patients with rosacea have ocular manifestations. Rosacea is a disorder of the blood vessels that causes them to swell, leading to flushing. It is most often caused by the acidic foods and drinks consumed by the rosacea sufferer as most have known the ‘triggers’ that cause the flushing and redness such as alcohol, coffee, exercise, stress, etc.

Rosacea is usually treated with a topical antibiotic such as metronidazole lotion or gel, which is applied to the affected areas daily. Rosacea also responds well to oral … read more

Psoriasis Is More Common Than You Think

Psoriasis is very common, affecting between one and two per cent of the world’s population. Psoriasis can begin at any age, but it most commonly starts between the ages of 11 and 45. Psoriasis is a fairly idiosyncratic disease. The majority of people’s experience of psoriasis is one in which it may worsen or improve for no apparent reason. Contrary to common misconception, psoriasis is not caused by allergies, infections, dietary deficiencies or excesses, or nervous tension.

Psoriasis is often misunderstood by the public, which can make social interactions difficult. This may lead … read more

Take Care of Your Heart with Aloe Vera

Heart disease has become more common in today modern lifestyles. Hence one of the most important health challenges of our time is preventing the hardening of arteries. Hardening of the arteries is one of the effects as one gets older. Fortunately nowadays there are proven ways to prevent and in some cases reverse arteriosclerosis or hardening of the arteries.

Recent studies on aloe vera have shown that aloe can lower triglycerides and LDL or the “bad cholesterol” and raises HDL the “good … read more

Want to look younger for your age?

Aloe gel, especially when combined with other natural ingredients, can greatly enhance the skin and its ability to replenish skin cells. As skin cells die, new skin cells must replace the old to promote healthy skin. This also slows the aging process and helps keep the skin moist and beautiful. Aloe creams and gels on the market can help enhance this process. There are also creams and gels to help with itching, burns, cuts, psoriasis, shingles, and other skin conditions.

Aloe vera gel is also known to have antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal properties, which … read more

For those who have experienced the healing effects of aloe vera will be convinced of its health benefits. However, many are unsure if this wonderful plant is beneficial to children. Or more aptly, is aloe vera safe for children? While there are undocumented warnings that certain groups of people should stay away from aloe vera namely, children, pregnant women, and nursing mothers, there are no harmful side effects or damaging consequences found by the doctor and dieticians.

You may be wondering, “Why my child even needs aloe vera?”

As we race on towards … read more

Anti-Diabetic Potential of Aloe Vera

To determine the effectiveness of aloe vera for diabetes, in a preliminary clinical study, which involved 5 patients wit non-insulin-dependent diabetes and in Swiss albino mice were studied. With one half teaspoon of the aloes ingested daily for 4-14 weeks, the fasting serum glucose level fell in every patient from 273 to 151 with no weight gain or loss.

In normal mice, the doses of 10 mg twice daily of glibenclamide and 500 mg twice daily of aloes induce hypoglycaemia (an abnormally low level of sugar) after 5 days. 71 from 91, versus 130 … read more

Mouth ulcer is an inflammatory and ulcerative condition of the mouth. It is medically termed as stomatitis or apthous mouth or canker sores. Mouth ulcer is a common symptom to people who suffer from Coeliac disease or IBD (Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease).

Causes of mouth ulcers can be linked to microbial disease (like Herpes, chickenpox, infectious mononucleosis), to gastrointestinal disease (Coeliac, Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis), to skin disease (like lichen planus, erythema multiforme), to blood disorders (like leukaemia, neutropenia), to rheumatoid diseases (like systemic lupus erythematosus, Behçet’s disease, Reiter’s syndrome) or to drugs (cytotoxic agents, Nicorandril, NSAIDs and oral nicotine replacement … read more

Save Thousands of Your Family Dental Bills Every Year!

Contrary to common perception, your smile has more importance than just aesthetic reasons. Your teeth is an indicator of your overall health. When we talk about dental health, we think of the toothpaste we use. Toothpaste when combined with regular oral hygiene is an effective part of oral care but it can only give you superficial protection. This means that it can protect you externally against problems like plague or bacteria. But in order to ensure that your teeth last as long as you would want and you … read more

Is Your Gut Leaking? Solving Intestinal Problems with Aloe Vera

Those who are not familiar with the term “leaky gut” may find it strange to think that your gut is “leaking” as it is made up of fairly solid components. The “leaky gut” syndrome is indeed a very common cause of various digestive problems, such as IBS, IBD, diarrhea, constipation, Crohn’s disease, Celiac disease and so on. Leaky gut is also one of the causes for various skin disorders such as eczema and psoriasis.

If you have no idea on how your digestive tract works, it is indeed a … read more