Natural Healing News

by Jeff Thiboutot —  A common belief in the health and fitness industry is that people should gain muscle and increase their metabolism. This is technically true, but the effect is minimal. It has been estimated that one pound of muscle will cause an increase in daily energy expenditure or basal metabolic rate (BMR) of […]

by Linda Leibl —  Did you know that your skin follows a biological time line for each decade of life? During your 20s and 30s, your first wrinkles will start to appear. Your skin becomes less resistant as elasticity declines and gravity begins to take hold. During your 40s and 50s, you will begin to […]

by Kim Mason —  Did you know that stress and certain medical conditions can often adversely affect the natural growth of your nails? You can correct this, however. Nail restoration is the process by which a licensed technician returns nails to their naturally healthy and strong state. This process includes an initial assessment of each […]

by Linda Leibl —  Over the last decade, the demand for anti-aging products and procedures by people who want to look younger than their actual age has exploded. Our overall perception of aging has changed as a result. While some may choose to ignore this new trend, many of us will embrace it and fully […]

by Julia Busch —  Have you ever wondered why someone painted their house bright chartreuse or wore the same color day after day — perhaps one that you would never consider wearing? The advertising industry knows why. Your interior decorator and psychologist also know why. Ancient Egyptians, basking in their color and light temples knew, […]

by Christina Jordan —  Every year, millions of people make a commitment to slim down in time for summer but, sadly, most do not succeed. One reason, of course, is that it can be difficult to lose weight. In fact, research from Johns Hopkins is predicting a possible 75 percent obesity rate in the U.S. […]

by Peggy Reilly —  With the approach of warmer weather, it is time to pull out our sandals, but first we want to make sure our feet are in their best condition and look presentable. According to the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society, keeping feet healthy by practicing good foot hygiene is vital to […]

by Julia Busch —  Once considered primarily a moisturizing humectant whose molecule was too large to penetrate dermal tissue, collagen can now be transdermally absorbed via a bio-active, micronized collagen complex to deeply strengthen the skin’s connective tissue. The new complex supports cellular regeneration, oxygenation and hydration to ease wrinkles, bags, and lip, frown and […]

 by Julia Busch —  (Editor’s note:  This article is for information purposes only. Any application of the information contained in this column is done strictly at the risk of the user.) The best way to revive wilted romaine lettuce is to place it in ice water. This little trick has not only saved a few […]

by Dr. Paul Stallone —  You watch your diet. You exercise. You try to lead a healthy life. But do you protect your skin? Many people tend to ignore the largest organ they possess. The function of the human skin is amazing — it is our first protection against viruses, bacteria, pathogens, chemicals and liquids. […]

by Purvi Desai —  Have you ever asked a woman the secret of her radiant skin? I have asked that question many times over and received similar answers from women who say they have a positive attitude, eat only natural and fresh food, hydrate well and, most importantly, follow a daily beauty and skin care […]

by Linda Leibl — Even though beauty, skin care and anti-aging products have always been and continue to be in high demand, recent research shows that women are seeking more prestigious products and demanding better results than ever. Facial makeup, foundations and powders registered a 5 percent growth during 2007-2008 in Western Europe, compared to […]

by Julia Busch —  The range of reported benefits from a food by-product — the oil obtained from the fat of the six-foot emu (a bird related to the ostrich) — seems miraculous. The oil quickly and deeply penetrates into the skin to diminish fine lines, reduce the appearance of age spots, lessen under-eye puffiness […]