Melasma is a skin condition characterized by patchy dark spots on various areas of the face, including the cheeks, forehead, jawline and around the mouth. It is caused by overactive pigment producing cells (melanocytes) and can be brought on by pregnancy, birth control pills, estrogen supplements or sun exposure.
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When you're trying to lose weight, you don't have to make all of your favorite foods off limits. Choosing a diet plan that you can actually maintain is more nutritious in the long run than eating salad for a week and then quitting. If you enjoy eating a hamburger occasionally, don't deprive yourself.
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Specialty facial soaps and moisturizing creams aren't just for women. Men's faces can also go through bouts of dryness, and proper skincare is just as important for men as it is for women.
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Antioxidants play important roles in the body that are vital to maintaining good health and preventing disease. Although antioxidants are often promoted for an endless list of health benefits, they do not actually have a direct effect on weight loss.
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After beginning a new diet and exercise program, many people experience a sudden drop in body weight, sometimes of more than five pounds in a week. This dramatic change is very encouraging, and motivates people to continue with their new lifestyle changes.
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Dr. Oz, the heart surgeon and television personality, has become known in the media as a guru on health and complementary medicine. His Two-Week Rapid Weight Loss Plan is designed to help you lose 10 pounds quickly while at the same time fighting inflammation, detoxifying your body and boosting your metabolism.
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Some sushi fans choose to eat vegetable sushi roll varieties, whether for health reasons or due to a vegetarian diet. You will find that vegetarian sushi is frequently a lower calorie option than ordinary sushi, which is typically made with fish, crab or meat. Many varieties of vegetarian sushi are nutritious.
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Just doing situps isn't going to give you a flat stomach. Abdominal exercises don't reduce belly fat -- they just strengthen the muscles that are hidden underneath that layer of fat.
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According to the Body Type system, founded by Dr. Eliot Abravanel, the term "adrenal body type" refers to those people whose metabolic system is dominated by the adrenal glands and the hormones they produce.
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During pregnancy, your body works hard to supply your growing baby with the energy and nutrients it needs to develop organs, put on weight, and add a healthy layer of fat under the skin.
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Your body needs all three macronutrients – protein, carbohydrates and fat – to function properly, but various weight-loss diets dictate the amount of each to eat in a day.
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Many people think earwax is unsanitary, but surprisingly, your ears would be even dirtier without it. Earwax collects dirt, oils and dead skin cells as they make their way through your ear canal. At the end of the canal, the wax turns dry and flaky, then falls out of your ear by itself.
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Dry skin is a common problem, particularly on the hands, which are exposed to the elements of weather, frequent washing and household cleaning products. When your hands are dry, they may become red, irritated and itchy. Your skin may start to flake, scale and even crack.
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Alcohol is not a corrosive chemical, so ordinary rubbing alcohol does not burn the skin. However, one may get burned if alcohol catches fire and touches the skin. The treatment for alcohol burns depends on the severity of the injury.
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More than 6 million Americans have swallowing difficulties, according to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. If you have been diagnosed with dysphagia, a swallowing disorder, you may need to alter the texture of your diet to swallow safely.
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Discover the benefits of combining foot reflexology with lymphatic drainage massage to improve immune function, reduce swelling, and promote overall health. Learn how foot massage can stimulate lymph circulation and understand the importance of incorporating this technique into your self-care routine.
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Preliminary scientific research suggests spearmint tea may reduce excess hair growth caused by mild cases of hormone-related hirsutism. Hirsutism is defined as abnormal facial and body hair growth in women, often associated with an excess of male hormones.
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as of 2008 as many as 19.8 percent of adolescents younger than 19 were considered obese.
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Acne affects millions, but severe cases can leave deep scars. Learn how to treat and remove depressed acne scars with expert dermatological advice.
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Swedish, deep tissue and hot stone massages are related massage techniques with different goals. Understanding the purpose of each type helps you choose the style of massage best suited to your needs and tastes. It will also help you avoid inappropriate techniques that may aggravate your condition.
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