The South Beach Diet was formulated by Dr. Arthur Agatston and aims at encouraging intake of the right carbohydrates, including appropriate fats like olive and canola oil, specific fruits and vegetables, fiber, lean protein and whole grains. According to MayoClinic.
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Allergies, lack of sleep or fatigue can cause dark undereye circles. However, your dark circles and sunken eyelids also might be the result of your nutrition -- or lack thereof -- so topical treatments for tired-looking eyes might not be the answer.
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How you chew your food can go a long way to helping you control the amount of food you eat. Busy lifestyles often result in eating foods of lower nutritional value while you are on the go, which has consequences in terms of your weight.
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If you're a regular watcher of daytime television, you may be familiar with Dr. Mehmet Oz, a renowned cardiothoracic surgeon. Oz encourages healthy eating, specifically citing the benefits of certain "superfoods." According to The Dr.
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Vertigo is the feeling of dizziness that can also be accompanied by nausea, loss of hearing and loss of balance. Vertigo, dizziness and imbalance are considered to be vestibular disorders, which affect the inner ear and brain. The Vestibular Disorders Association indicates that between 2001 and 2004, 35.4 percent of U.
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Chlorine acts as a disinfectant in swimming pool water, killing the bacteria responsible for a host of diseases. According to the American Chemistry Council, the chlorine in pool water requires daily testing to ensure that the water-to-chemical ratio is in check.
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Although you’ll lose weight by reducing your daily calorie intake, boosting your dietary protein can help you achieve your weight-loss goals. A 2009 study published in “The Journal of Nutrition” reports that protein not only increases satiety, but it also leads to greater energy expenditure.
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While it would be nice to have the sort of metabolism that lets you eat whatever you want, whenever you want, without gaining a single ounce, most of us aren't that genetically lucky.
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Acne is a skin condition that causes red pimples. Pimples can occur in a variety of locations, including the face, back, neck and chest area. Acne is caused by many factors, such as bacteria on the skin, overactive oil glands and hormones.
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Blisters are generally small, fluid-filled bubbles that appear just underneath the skin. Blisters are a common cause of foot pain, particularly in runners and other athletes. According to Foot Pain Explained, blisters most often appear on the bottom of the foot, but they can also be found along the sides or on top.
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It's true that gray hair tends to be dry, and in some cases it can be coarse, brittle, weak and wiry if your scalp is producing less moisture than when you were younger. Gray hair doesn't have to be dull and drab, but caring for silvery locks is different and a little more involved than caring for non-gray hair.
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If you have a scar on your face or body that is robbing you of your self confidence and self esteem, you can try a home recipe for scar cream in an effort to fade the scar.
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Sanitary napkins, also called sanitary towels, sanitary pads or menstrual pads, come in different sizes and shapes. They are available in different thicknesses and lengths. Thicker and longer sanitary napkins are for heavier menstrual flows.
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Deep-tissue massages focus on relieving tension deep within the body's musculature. To give a good deep-tissue massage, you will need to know the basics of human muscle anatomy, how to properly apply deep pressure without causing pain, and how to identify areas that need more attention.
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Dry skin on your nose can result from a variety of causes. The cosmetics and soaps you use can make skin dry, and the aging process can cause skin to become dry because the sebaceous glands become sluggish with age. Treat dry skin on your nose the way you would treat it on any other area of the face.
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Cocoa butter is a natural antioxidant from the cacao bean that has been used to treat scarring, fibromyalgia and even heart disease. With its proven healing properties when used on the body, it is really no surprise that cocoa butter has now made an appearance in eye cream.
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If you have a little extra going on in the back, shopping for pants can be tough. Many of them are too tight on your derriere and too loose in other places.
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Weight gain is a common complaint among women taking oral contraceptives. According to The Mayo Clinic, birth control pills do not contribute to weight loss or weight gain, but they can have side effects that create the illusion of weight gain.
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Enlarged pores are the consequence of exposure to the elements, pollutants and cosmetics, along with the unavoidable process of aging. In spite of their commonality, enlarged pores can make your skin look aged and dull.
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Even when you manage to rid your face of acne, bumps and breakouts along the hairline can still persist. Not only is this frustrating, but it can make you hesitant to try out new hairstyles and looks in fear of aggravating or even revealing your blemishes.
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