Experts claim pills made from plants can prevent pregnancy
Scientists from the University of California, Berkeley, claim that a pill made from ingredients such as aloe vera, the vine of tomatoes, olives and grapes could be just as effective as Plan B. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - May 15, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
This Man Turned His Cringe-Worthy Sunburn Into A Funny PSA
When sportswriter and commentator Stephen Campbell got a bad sunburn, he didn’t try to hide it. Instead, he turned his terrible burn into a teachable moment while filming a video for the website he works for, called Odds Shark.
“Before I start this video I’d like to take a moment to talk about a very important issue,” Campbell said. “It’s imperative to wear sunscreen when you’re outside on a sunny day. How important? Take a look at my face right now unless you want to be an idiot like me and come into work with the most ridiculous sunburn in the history of mankind. Slap that ...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - May 4, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Emma Watson Oils Her Pubes And Isn't Afraid To Talk About It
Emma Watson devotes her care to many causes, including the hair down there.
The red carpet stunner recently shared her beauty routine with Into the Gloss, revealing one very curious product as a go-to.
“...I use Fur Oil,” Watson told Into the Gloss. “I’ll use that anywhere from the ends of my hair to my eyebrows to my pubic hair. It’s an amazing all-purpose product.”
Fur Oil is an all-natural blend of grape seed, jojoba, tea tree and clary sage seed oils that claims to soften pubes and banish ingrown hairs. Users say it “softens hair instantly” and recommend d...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - March 6, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
No Aloe Vera in Some Aloe Gel Products
(Source: WebMD Health)
Source: WebMD Health - November 23, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
That aloe vera gel might not actually include any aloe
Aloe gel sold at three of the country's largest sellers of body-care products may not be what they advertise (Source: Health News: CBSNews.com)
Source: Health News: CBSNews.com - November 23, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
That May Not Be Aloe Vera You're Applying, Report Says
First, there were reports of wood pulp in grated cheese. And now, this.
A new Bloomberg News report raises doubts about store-brand aloe vera after tests it commissioned on products bought at Walmart, CVS and Target reportedly found no trace of their claimed prime ingredient ― aloe barbadensis leaf juice.
Instead, the products were said to have contained cheaper maltodextrin, a sugar used as a food additive that Bloomberg said can imitate aloe.
Three gels identified as failing Bloomberg’s tests are Walmart’s Equate Aloe After Sun Gel with pure aloe vera; CVS’ Aftersun Aloe Vera Moisturizing G...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - November 22, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
21 Things to do if you get Shin Splints
Shin splints (also know as medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS)) feels like a sharp pain along the inner edge of the shinbone that may shoot up from your ankle to your kneecap. Shin splints are usually caused by repeated stress to the connective muscle tissue surrounding the shinbone. This is a common injury that affects athletes who engage in superfluous running, jumping and dancing. It is not considered a serious problem, but rather an inflammation of the muscle or other tissue at the front of the lower leg that results from repeated, minor trauma or irritation. It can be treated with home remedies that follow.
Stay aw...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - September 10, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
I ON BEAUTY: Chapter 20: MY BEST ANTI-AGING SECRETS
PHOTO COURTESY OF IRENE MICHAELS
Aging is an unstoppable part of your life. There are many cosmetic creams and medical procedures which help you retain your youthful appearance a little longer. But I am sure, all of you, just like me, are looking for an easier way. So, how about trying some simple home remedies which can work wonders on your skin and appearance? Sounds interesting doesn't it?
Over the years, I have tried various home remedies and made a list of the few which have actually worked, and worked wonders at that.
Here I am, giving away all my secrets to you!
1. Antioxidant oils. Certain fruits, flowers and...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - July 27, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Aloe vera should be investigated as a treatment for diabetes, new study reveals
RESEARCHERS believe aloe vera should be investigated as an antidiabetic compound after studies revealed it had positive effects in people with diabetes. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - July 13, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Medical News Today: Aloe vera should be investigated as diabetes treatment, study says
An analysis of studies of people with diabetes and pre-diabetes shows use of oral aloe vera reduces fasting blood glucose and hemoglobin A1c. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - June 29, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Diabetes Source Type: news
What effect does oral aloe vera have on diabetes?
(Mary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News) A meta-analysis of studies in people with diabetes and pre-diabetes has shown that oral aloe vera use was associated with significant decreases in both fasting blood glucose (FBG) and hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c). The data indicate that people with a FBG >200 mg/dL may benefit the most, according to an article in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - June 28, 2016 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news
6 Dermatologist-Approved Ways To Soothe And Heal A Sunburn
6 Dermatologist-Approved Ways to Soothe and Heal a Sunburn
June 10, 2016
by Annalise Mantz for Thrive Market
San Diego, Calif., June 2010. Despite the gray skies, I'm lounging on the beach with three friends. We're determined to make the most out of a weekend trip -- gloomy weather or not.
Three hours later, my whole body had turned a shade that could best be described as "lobster." And my friends weren't doing much better. Desperate for any kind of relief, I followed my mom's suggestion -- an ice bath. Ouch.
While the polar plunge certainly didn't help in my case, my mom was on the right track, according to Wilmingto...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - June 15, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Can you really earn £350,000 a year selling aloe vera?
Candice Kiddle, 24, a stay-at-home mum from Maidenhead, signed up to Forever Living last August. Within four months, she was a neurotic wreck. Forever Living is a controversial company. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - May 19, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Kathryn ’ s hints for a healthy hysterectomy
In January I had a total hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy. I am 48 years old. Since the age of 14, I’ve had terrible periods; very very heavy, painful, long and with debilitating PMS symptoms. I was put on the pill at 14 and have tried every medical and holistic intervention since. These are my hints and tips for having a healthy hysterectomy.
History
17 years ago, after a laparoscopy, I was diagnosed with moderate to severe endometriosis. I tried accupuncture, kineaseology, homeoepathy. I took buckets of evening primrose oil for beyond painful breasts, drank litres of aloe vera, and went on strict ...
Source: The Hysterectomy Association - February 21, 2016 Category: OBGYN Authors: Linda Parkinson-Hardman Tags: Health endometriosis hysterectomy stories Source Type: news
