COVID has helped to make questions and awareness of your immune systems front and center. Immunity is a physiological mechanism your body has to recognize germs and to prevent them from causing illness. The immune system is designed to recognize materials as foreign and to neutralize, eliminate, or metabolize them without injury to its own tissue. … Read more
Melanin is a dark, brown pigment produced by cells called melanocytes. It has many functions,the most important of which is to protect the body from harmful ultraviolet radiation in sunlight. Italso helps prevent DNA damage and promotes cell growth. Hormones or other chemicals canalso stimulate melanin production through increased melanocyte activity. This may cause anexcess … Read more
For most of us turning 50 brings lots of changes to our bodies. Many of which aren’t so great. As you age your body produces less collagen, your skin becomes drier, your hair thins, your heart rate slows and your bone density declines. By the time you’re in your 50s, you have more broken-down bone cells … Read more
It seems like there are more and more people getting tattoos and an equal number of people having them removed. Honestly, figuring out a design that you want for life can be challenging so it’s no surprise that temporary tattoos have emerged as a very popular trend. You can get a temporary tattoo with tattoo … Read more
The World Health Organization defines healthcare as “the ability of individuals, families, and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain health, and to cope with illness and disability with or without the support of a healthcare provider.” What does this mean? Why is it important? Does skincare fall under the category of self-care? These serve … Read more
Weight loss is a tumultuous journey for anyone who chooses to take it. With all the new methods, cosmetic treatments, diet and exercise plans out there, it can be difficult to understand which route to take. Feeling comfortable in your body shouldn’t have to be so complicated, so read on for a breakdown of the … Read more
Everyone loves summer. Time outside by the pool, ocean or lake can be amazing but can also change your hair health. Summer hot weather and the sun’s UV rays can damage the cuticle layer in your hair. Cuticles in hair tend to become rough and swell in the heat causing frizz. When hair becomes frizzy … Read more
Body Pump is a bar bell weight lifting program that works every major muscle group in 55 minutes. The instructor run class is built around repetition and form and the whole program is set to contemporary music. I have honestly not found anything better to tone, strengthen and burn calories quickly. The official program is … Read more
Spring is just around the corner and if your like me you can’t wait. We have researched the latest trends and have four looks for you to try. Anything Periwinkle Pantone’s color of the year is Very Peri 17-3938 so periwinkle blue is hot. Periwinkle is a universal color which means it flatters warm, … Read more
News Flash, Nail polish can be toxic! Much like skin cream and makeup, studies show that the chemicals in nails can be absorbed into the body. Some of the top toxins that can cause damage include: Formaldehyde and Formaldehyde Resin – Yes, it’s the same ingredient used in embalming. It’s used for nail hardening. Formaldehyde … Read more