Author: healthtost
As wonderful as summers are, they bring with them oily and greasy skin that results in frequent acne breakouts. This article covers all the products and ways that can effectively help prevent oily skin this summer! Is your oily skin getting hard to deal with? Well, this summer won’t be like the rest! Oily skin occurs when your skin’s glands become overactive and start constantly releasing natural oils to protect and moisturize your skin. Oily skin not only looks very ugly but is also quite harmful to the skin. And not to mention, sweat and sebum don’t mix well –…
This healthy cucumber salad is made with Greek yogurt, juicy tomatoes and lots of dill. Got some cucumbers you need to use up? This creamy cucumber salad is the perfect summer salad to serve as a side dish for all grilling occasions. Or as a potluck buffet dish! It’s also great as a filling for grilled chicken pita. With a dressing of Greek yogurt, dill and lemon, you will be able to highlight the freshly cut summer cucumber and cherry tomatoes. This is the perfect cucumber recipe for when the fruit is in season from May to August. Healthy cucumber…
Researchers from the University of California, San Diego have discovered that two of the most commonly administered stem cell therapies, which are often used interchangeably, actually contain completely different types of cells. The results challenge the current “one-cell-cures-all” paradigm in orthopedic stem cell therapy and highlight the need for more informed and rigorous characterization of injectable stem cell therapies before they are marketed for use in patients. The researchers analyzed cell populations of autologous bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) and adipose-derived vascular stromal fraction (ADSVF) collected from the same subjects. These two treatments have many similarities: both are injectable treatments…
Helicobacter pylori or Helicobacter pylori is a bacterium that infects two-thirds of the world’s population, causing stomach infections and Bloated stomach. The bacterium is asymptomatic and can be transmitted through contaminated food and water or close contact with an infected person. Symptoms to look out for for a bloated stomach Although the bacterium is asymptomatic, it can cause various symptoms such as bloating, belching, heartburn, esophageal symptoms, constipation, diarrhea, flatulence, and upper and mid-stomach discomfort. These symptoms are often mistaken for normal bodily functions, but they are important to be aware of as Helicobacter pylori is the main cause of…
June 26 is observed as International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, to speak out against the crime of torture and honor victims and survivors of torture. On this day in 1987, the UN Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment came into force. Torture is any act through which extreme physical or mental pain or suffering is intentionally inflicted on a person, as a form of punishment, discrimination or to obtain information or a confession. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights condemns torture and any other degrading or cruel treatment of…
Ready to whip some fun mocktails while pregnant this summer; Okay mom, time to spill the tea. Did you know that tea is the perfect base for a summer mocktail? Correctly. So get out your tiny umbrellas and dust off those cocktail glasses you’ve been flirting with all summer long…Because we’re drunk! Don’t miss out on all the fun at next weekend’s summer cookouts or pool party. Our teas are delicious hot, but in this summer heat you’ll need an iced drink to cool you and your hit. We’ve come up with a list of herbal iced tea drinks that…
Physical Education (PE) is much more than just a break from the normal classroom routine. it is a critical component of a child’s educational journey. It not only affects their physical health but also plays an important role in their overall personal development. PE helps shape children into well-rounded individuals, nurturing their mental, social and emotional well-being alongside their physical fitness. Through engaging activities, sports and exercises, PE fosters an environment where children learn invaluable life skills. In a world increasingly prone to a sedentary lifestyle, the importance of physical education cannot be overstated. Let’s delve into how PE…
Infections and neurodegenerative diseases cause inflammation in the brain. But for unknown reasons, patients with brain inflammation often develop muscle problems that appear to be independent of the central nervous system. Now, researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have revealed how brain inflammation releases a specific protein that travels from the brain to the muscles and causes a loss of muscle function. The study, in fruit flies and mice, also identified ways to block this process, which could have implications for treating or preventing the muscle wasting sometimes associated with inflammatory diseases, including bacterial infections, Alzheimer’s…
I’m sharing my top picks from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale! Hello friends! How are you; Hope you’re having a great morning so far! The girls and I are going on a few adventures and I’m going on one Sculpt Society training this afternoon. For today, let’s talk about the Nordstrom Sale! It totally seemed to me this year. The last couple of years have been kind of blah, but when I read the catalog after we got back from our trip, I was really excited about the sale. This is always a great opportunity to get new fall items at…
Blood in the urine can be a very worrying symptom. But this symptom is surprisingly common. About one in five people seen by a urologist will be diagnosed with bloody urine. What could this symptom mean and should you be concerned? Bloody urine can be a sign of a variety of health conditions, from fairly benign conditions to some very serious ones. Continue reading to learn more. Worried about STDs? Try Better2Know today. Blood in the urine: causes and concerns Hematuria, or blood in the urine, is a condition in which blood cells are found in the urine, which can…