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Acne and Pregnancy
2007-07-18 16:14:00
Pregnancy is a momentous occasion for any woman. While on one hand, she is expectantly looking forward to the birth of the newborn, on the other, she is beset with various problems like nausea, morning sickness, diabetes, back pain, and of course, acne. Acne is mainly caused when there is a hormonal imbalance in our body. During pregnancy, a woman’s hormones undergo fluctuation. This can cause acne flare-ups during pregnancy. Taking any strong medications during this time can harm the fetus. But there is no need to worry. By using these following do’s and don’ts during pregnancy, you can reduce the chances of acne flare-ups, while protecting your baby at the same time.  Adopt a healthy routine of cleanliness to regulate the growth of bacteria, exercise regularly to improve circulation to whole body, including skin, and consume plenty of fruits and vegetables after washing them properly.  Cleanse your skin to ensure it remains oil-free during pregnancy. If you are likel...
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Herbal acne products - Are they scientifically safe?
2007-07-12 20:23:00
Herbal therapy is becoming increasingly popular amongst patients and physicians. Many herbal preparations are marketed for skin. Herbal therapies have been successful  in treating acne for thousand of years in Europe and Asia. In Asia, herbal medicines which have been used for centuries are now being studied scientifically. In Germany, a regulatory commission oversees herbal preparations and standardized uses. Currently, United States does not regulate herbal products as they are considered dietary supplements. Therefore, there is no standardization of active ingredients, purity or concentration. There are also no regulations governing which herbs can be marketed for acne. This has made learning about and using these treatments challenging. Information compiled in a practical fashion may enable more patients to benefit from these treatments used cuttently world wide. In the present scenario, there are many herbal medications that have been reviewed and have shown scientific evidenc...
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Dietary tips for Acne
2007-07-09 11:25:00
The kind of fats that you include in your diet plays a major part in acne control. The best fats are mono and polyunsaturated fats. Include olive oil in cooking and on salads. Saturated fats and partially hydrogenated fats harm the tissues of the body and help inflammation. Stick to non-fat or low-fat dairy products. Limit consumption of red meats and butter. Stay away from partially hydrogenated fats because they displace unsaturated fats from the cells. These fats are normally found in packaged snack foods, chips, crackers, and cookies. Always read the labels on packaged products. Don’t eat margarine and fried foods. Heated and re-used oils have quite dangerous toxins. Include the omega-3 fats present in salmon and flax seeds in your diet. Avoid/limit the omega-6 fats of vegetable oils like corn oil, safflower oil, soybean oil, cottonseed oil as they cause inflammation. It is essential to eat plenty of protein and restrict carbohydrates, so as to avoid inflammation. Limit your i...
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Aromatherapy and Acne
2007-07-05 12:11:00
Yes, acne can be a big nuisance. Nobody likes being seen in public with a disfigured face. But do you know that this problem can have a nice, fragrant solution? No? Yes, it is a fact that aromatherapy is an effective means of treating acne. For a long time, people have known the healing effects of aromatherapy in treating acne. Aroma therapy involves using oils derived from parts of plants to heal various maladies. These oils are known as essential oils. The most effective acne treatment involves using the tea tree essential oil. A study was published by the Medical Journal of Australia 1990, in which tea tree essential oil and benzoyl peroxide were compared. 124 participants were administered a 5% tea tree oil gel or 5% benzoyl peroxide lotion. Both the treatments were proved to be effective in treating acne outbreaks and blemishes. However those participants who were administered tea tree oil had lower instances of side effects than those who were administered benzoyl peroxide lot...
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Teenage Acne: Genetics Influence Teenage Acne
2007-07-05 05:35:00
Genetics help decide on the teenage acne attack:  With genetics having a part in deciding the type of teenage acne you will be suffering from, it is rather difficult to avoid teenage acne if you have the gene in your body. You could only take precautions not to aggravate a teenage acne attack.  Genetics play an important part in the type of teenage acne attack you suffer from. This is the reason why some youths have only an occasional pimple or whitehead to worry about while other youths tend to have an attack that covers the whole face with blackheads, whiteheads and pimples.  Those teenagers suffering from acne attacks due to genetic factors find that it is rather difficult for them to find a cure for it. Even after trying out numerous remedies and over the counter medication, the afflicted teenagers don’t find any relief. Instead, they have their own restrictions pertaining to the food they eat, their drinks and their lifestyle.   It has been proven of the presence of a gen...
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Teenage Acne: Treatments of Teenage Acne
2007-07-03 05:34:00
Using Isotretinoin to treat teenage acne:  There are many over the counter treatment options for you to choose from to treat teenage acne. Of the lot, isotretinoin has today become a very popular form of acne treatment as it provides relief in cases of severe teenage acne.   Isotretinoin is basically a retinoid that is derived from vitamin A that is chemically referred to as 13-cis retinoic acid. Today, isotretinoin is a drug of choice for acne patients who have lost hope in their cure of acne. However this is a drug that has to be taken under strict medical guidance as it tends to produce birth defects in fetus.   In fact, if you are sexually active, it is better to discuss any possible pregnancy when on isotretinoin. Make it a point to keep contact with your doctor when taking isotretinoin for treating teenage acne so that all side effects can be reported immediately. Isotretinoin is a drug used not only for treating acne, but also for treating other conditions like follicul...
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Teenage Acne: Myths of Teenage Acne
2007-07-02 05:30:00
The myths associated with teenage acne: Teenage acne is a health condition that occurs in all teenagers. There are many myths that have grown in association with teenage acne, where some can be believed, and some are false. It has always been concluded that stress is a main cause for teenage acne. This is a myth that is partially true as though stress is not a cause for teenage acne, it tends to aggravate acne. This is because the adrenal glands mediate stress. While the adrenal cortex gets moving, androgenic hormones are secreted which in turn makes sebaceous glands produce more oil. Diet is not a triggering factor for acne as generally thought. Chocolates, French fries and other oily foods don’t trigger acne. However milk and a steady diet of shellfish and kelp may trigger acne. Though many people think that birth control pills cause acne, unpredictability better describes its effects on acne. The first few months of taking the pill may stimulate more androgen production, and m...
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What is acne?
2007-07-01 17:04:00
What is acne? It is a skin condition that mostly affects the young. Parts of the body like the face, chest and back tend to produce oil and acne appears on these areas. Although physiologically the condition is not very serious, it could have psychological implications on those affected by it. Self-confidence and self-esteem could reach a low ebb leading to social withdrawal and depression. And without timely treatment it could cause disfiguring scars that further worsens the situation. So the aim of the treatment for acne is to prevent these unsightly scars. What causes acne? Sometimes cells flake inside the hair follicles producing a plug. When it ruptures the oil and other debris they contain spill onto the skin causing inflammation. Certain bacteria and hormones could do it. But all acne are not inflammatory, there are non-inflammatory ones too. Pressure on the affected parts can aggravate the condition. Medicines containing iodides or bromides could cause it. It can be occupat...
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What is acne?
2007-07-01 17:04:00
What is acne? It is a skin condition that mostly affects the young. Parts of the body like the face, chest and back tend to produce oil and acne appears on these areas. Although physiologically the condition is not very serious, it could have psychological implications on those affected by it. Self-confidence and self-esteem could reach a low ebb leading to social withdrawal and depression. And without timely treatment it could cause disfiguring scars that further worsens the situation. So the aim of the treatment for acne is to prevent these unsightly scars. What causes acne? Sometimes cells flake inside the hair follicles producing a plug. When it ruptures the oil and other debris they contain spill onto the skin causing inflammation. Certain bacteria and hormones could do it. But all acne are not inflammatory, there are non-inflammatory ones too. Pressure on the affected parts can aggravate the condition. Medicines containing iodides or bromides could cause it. It can be occupat...
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What is acne?
2007-07-01 17:03:00
What is acne? It is a skin condition that mostly affects the young. Parts of the body like the face, chest and back tend to produce oil and acne appears on these areas. Although physiologically the condition is not very serious, it could have psychological implications on those affected by it. Self-confidence and self-esteem could reach a low ebb leading to social withdrawal and depression. And without timely treatment it could cause disfiguring scars that further worsens the situation. So the aim of the treatment for acne is to prevent these unsightly scars. What causes acne? Sometimes cells flake inside the hair follicles producing a plug. When it ruptures the oil and other debris they contain spill onto the skin causing inflammation. Certain bacteria and hormones could do it. But all acne are not inflammatory, there are non-inflammatory ones too. Pressure on the affected parts can aggravate the condition. Medicines containing iodides or bromides could cause it. It can be occupat...
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Acne: Vitamins as a Home Acne Remedy
2007-06-28 22:03:00
Vitamins: Their uses in combating acne. Any of the various fat soluble or water soluble organic substances essential in minute amounts for normal growth and activity of the body and obtained naturally from plant and animal food are called as Vitamins. The absence of certain vitamin can cause disease, poor growth and a variety of other syndromes. Thirteen vitamins have been identified as necessary  for  human health. The vitamins are A, Vit C, D, E, K and the group of B Vitamins. The eight B vitamins are aptly called by their chemical names B is called thiamin, B2 is riboflavin, B6 and B12 retain their numerical value and other B vitamins are niacin, pantothenic, acid, grotin and folic acid. Lets take a closer look at the uses of vitamins and how they help us to combat Acne Vitamin A: contributes to strengthening skin and protective tissues. It helps in preventing acne by cutting down sebum creation in the body. It helps cells reproduce normally and since cells have...
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Teenage Acne: Prevent Teenage Acne
2007-06-28 05:26:00
How to prevent teenage acne:  Teenage acne is prevalent in the society where many youngsters tend to face lots of psychological and emotional problems. This forms a need of an effective means of preventing teenage acne.   Teenage acne tends to affect the adolescence of young people. These youngsters tend to suffer in confidence while facing a fear on the success of developing relationships. This is why it is basically better for teenagers and adolescents to be guided properly about their acne cases and be treated accordingly, as soon as possible.  Studies were conducted to find out more about the occurrence of teenage acne on teenagers. It was found that teenage acne was found in 83% of the teenagers, where there was a similar distribution between males and females. Not much of a difference was found between the mean scores of sexes in teenage acne. The only difference found here was that only a third of the 75% teenagers using OTC products found the products to help them fight t...
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Acne: Natural Acne Healing Treatments
2007-06-18 21:53:00
1) Orange peel pounded well with water and applied to the affected areas cleans the accumulation of oil and closes the pores. 2) Grate cucumber and apply to the acne. It cleanses and acts as a toner. 3) Rub acne with a freshly cut clove of garlic several times a day. 4) Drinking at least two litres of water everyday. 5) A clove based facemask. Apply and wash off after ten minutes. 6) A paste made of fenugreek leaves, apply on the acne at night and wash off next morning. 7) Tea Tree Oil applied topically for 5 to 6 months improves the visual appearance of lesions that acne patients suffer from. 8) Lavender oil applied topically inhibits bacteria causing acne It soothes the skin and balances its acidity. 9) A balanced fibre rich diet is a sure way to keep acne at bay. Tags: natural, acne
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Acne Curing Foods to Cure Acne
2007-06-16 21:53:00
Diet for Acne Due to the diverse nature of dietary habits and preferences it is not possible to lay down guidelines which apply to everyone. An overall nutrition guide given below combined with common-sense would help in keeping acne at bay. First a list of do’s and don’ts do drink water-at least six glasses a day do include three servings of all seasonal fresh fruits eat organic foods as much  as possible do include whole grains, whole wheat bread, brown rice, pulses, lentils, soya beans, sprouted seeds, yogurt, tofu and soy milk. limit red meat to three times a week, better still substitute with fish or chicken. limit tea/coffee to twice a day completely avoid sweets, pastries, cakes, pizzas, biscuits, refined cereals, dairy products like cheese, butter. No fried foods No alcohol Avoid foods, which contain chemical additives such as canned/preserved foods. Also avoid foods containing artificial colouring agents. no smoking An ideal acn...
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History of Gojo Ryu Karate
2007-06-07 19:35:00
      Gojo Ryu Karate is a Karate technique known for its purity if form and lineage. It is one of the few styles of Karate that has not been diluted or embellished over the years. Gojo Ryu is one of the original four styles of Karate from Okinawa and has been carefully passed from one teacher to the other, keeping the techniques pure. Gojo Ryu is very effective even today and, while not a sport form of Karate, is an excellent and practical self-defense technique.       Gojo Ryu, literally translated, means “hard / soft school.” In Gojo Ryo, the basic philosophy is simple: the soft can be as dangerous as the hard and the hard can be as ineffective as the soft. In other words, practitioners of Gojo Ryu counter hard strikes with soft blows or even deflective motions. When attacking, the process is the same, striking at hard targets with soft blows and soft targets with hard blows. For example, using the heel of the palm (called a palm heel strike) to hit the head or a ...
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History of Shotokon Karate
2007-06-06 19:33:00
History of Shotokon Karate One of the main four schools of Karate in Japan is Shotokon, also spelled Shotokan. Shotokan can trace its roots, like most martial arts, to the Shaolin temples of ancient China. From there, the techniques were honed and developed into the Shotokan of today by an Okinawan Master who had moved to Japan, Gichin Funakoshi. Funakoshi’s synthesis of Okinawan Karate styles became known as “Shotokan,” or “Shoto’s house / club,” from Kunakoshi’s pen name he used for his poetry.       Shotokan is a very different style of Karate than the other four schools, but it is the one that most lay-people are familiar with, thanks to Hollywood. Instead of the circular and softer movements of Gojo Ryu, Shotokan’s movements are linear and hard. This difference makes it a very aggressive style that is devastating in combat. Traditionally, there is a deep emphasis on the spiritual side of Shotokan, but, unfortunately, many modern schools have neglected this...
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History of Ishin Ryu Ju-Jitsu
2007-06-05 19:29:00
History of Ishin Ryu Ju-Jitsu On January ninth, 1990, in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, the first class in the art of Ishin Ryu Ju-Jitsu was begun. Kevin Pall, Hanshi, 8th Dan, developed Ishin Ryu Ju-Jitsu from over forty years of experience in the arts of Ju-Jitsu, Shorinji-Kempo, Judo, Kung-fu, Kickboxing, Iado, and Kyokushini Karate. His goal is to keep his constantly evolving and modern form of martial arts true to the best of its Japanese heritage and traditions.       The biggest difference that you will find in the art of Ishin Ryu Ju-Jitsu and other martial arts is the use of a straight, vertical punch instead of the typical horizontal blow. Ishin Ryu Ju-Jitsu is a strength-based martial art form in the Okinawan style. However, it has a very no-nonsense combat style that combines a myriad of styles to form an aggressive and unique style. Ishin Ryu Ju-Jitsu is known for its focus on Special Forces training techniques and for its involvement in training of S...
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Judo: Basic Judo Techniques and Principles
2007-06-02 19:11:00
“The way of the harmonious spirit,” or Aikido, is an unusual form in the world of martial arts. Relatively young, having been developed in the beginning of this century, Aikido seeks to integrate the body and mind and find ultimate peace, both externally and internally. Aikido’s creator, Morihei Ueshiba, had a simple goal: to combine his martial arts studies, his personal philosophy, and his religious beliefs into one unified system for daily living. As Ueshiba said, “to control Aggression without inflicting injury is the Art of Peace.”      That belief of not injuring one’s opponent is the central focus on this martial art form steeped in samurai traditions and updated to suit modern lives. In fact, there are no offensive moves in Aikido. Instead, this martial art form focuses on entering into the opponent’s attack and re-directing their energy rather than meeting force with force. Along these lines, Aikido consists mainly of body throws, to remove the opponent ...
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Aikido: Basic Techniques of Aikido
2007-06-01 19:10:00
“The way of the harmonious spirit,” or Aiki do , is an unusual form in the world of martial arts. Relatively young, having been developed in the beginning of this century, Aikido seeks to integrate the body and mind and find ultimate peace, both externally and internally. Aikido’s creator, Morihei Ueshiba, had a simple goal: to combine his martial arts studies, his personal philosophy, and his religious beliefs into one unified system for daily living. As Ueshiba said, “to control Aggression without inflicting injury is the Art of Peace.”      That belief of not injuring one’s opponent is the central focus on this martial art form steeped in samurai traditions and updated to suit modern lives. In fact, there are no offensive moves in Aikido. Instead, this martial art form focuses on entering into the opponent’s attack and re-directing their energy rather than meeting force with force. Along these lines, Aikido consists mainly of body throws, to remove the opponent ...
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A Review of Pad-Up.com’s Sparring Equipment
2007-06-01 00:11:00
Sponsored Review In today´s Martial Arts Review we are using http://pad-up.com selection of sparring equipment for examples of which types of sparring equipment should be used for different types of martial arts. Pad-Up carries the Macho line of sparring gear which appears to be  in the same line of gear as the powerhouse Century Brand. Pad-Up  carries a sold array of martial art supplies. Chest protectors are typically worn by both taekwondo practitioners and Muay Thai Kickboxers, although the durability and style of each are drastically different. Spar ring gloves are used in most styles although the style of glove changes drastically depending upon the which martial art rules are being followed. For taekwondo a long sleek glove is mandatory, for karate a small light glove, for mixed martial arts a 4oz opened fingered glove, and for kickboxing a large 12-16 oz heavy glove for kickboxing. Pad-Up  has all of these gloves on their site. In terms of a selection, Pad-Up   has ...
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Canadian Debt Consolidation Beware
2007-05-26 00:36:00
Canadian Debt Cons olidation Are you struggling to pay your various debts? Do you have collectors calling you up all day long to collect their dues? Have you received the court notice asking you to pay up your dues or else face legal action? If the answer to any of the above situations is yes, it means you are driving deeper into the debt. Don’t despair. Help is at hand with Canadian Debt Consolidation. Here we tell you what it is all about and how to go about it. What is Canadian Debt Consolidation? A Canadian Debt Consolidation is a method in which your various high interest debts are merged into one single loan having low interest rate. As a result, your total monthly payment decreases. E.g. if you have a credit card debt @ 21%, a car loan @ 18% and a mortgage @ 15%, you can consolidate them in a single loan of 10%. This will decrease your monthly payments and put more money in your pocket. How can I apply for Canadian Debt Consolidation? You can app...
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Zenmed Review of Zenmed.com Acne Treatment
2007-05-11 00:06:00
With success being touted in such magazines as “Glamour,” “Redbook,” and “Allure,” Zenmed’s acne cure system is gaining a lot of attention. Zenmed’s “pure essence of natural health” approach treats acne from the inside out holistically and promises results, just not overnight.      Zenmed’s patented herbal supplements, Derma Cleanse Capsules, are all-natural and work on a three-prong attack against the internal causes of acne by normalizing hormone imbalances, regulating bacterial build-up, and cleansing the colon and digestive system of harmful toxins. The herbal supplement’s list of ingredients shows that the product is all natural, but, unfortunately, the list does not give explanations as to what each herb was chosen to do. Zenmed’s System also uses the Derma Cleanse Gentle Cleanser and Derma Cleanse Gel help treat and heal acne that is already visible. The Derma Cleanse Gentle Cleanser is all-natural and vegetable-based and the Derma Cleanse Gel ...
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