Christmas decorations and holidays are things that come to mind when we say Mistletoe. In America, people relate it to good luck. They use it for decorating their doorways and house during the holiday season. But there’s more to this herb than just holiday traditions. Mistletoe is also used as traditional herbal medicine for centuries across the world. In Europe, it is used for treating infertility, epilepsy, hypertension, arthritis, and cancer. What is Mistletoe? Viscum Album is the scientific name for Mistletoe. It also goes by names like birdlime, devil’s fuge, golden bough, all heal, mistel, and iscador. Moreover, it…
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Jasmine tea is a variant of tea with a jasmine flower flavor infused. It is made by combining tea leaves and jasmine blossoms. It smells aromatic and sweet like a perfume. The tea is flavored using two jasmine species: Jasminum officinale (common jasmine) and Jasminum sambac (Sampaguita). The refreshing aroma and delicious flavor lift your mood instantly. It can help you to lead a healthy and stress-free lifestyle. It is one of the most loved flower teas. You just have to add jasmine blossom to get a sweet taste and fragrance. It is popularly consumed with green tea as a…
Dermaplaning is a cosmetic skin resurfacing procedure. It uses a single blade to remove dead cells from the top layer of the skin to give it a smoother appearance. Though this cosmetic procedure has been there for decades, it has become a trend among the youth in the last couple of years. It became popular due to multiple posts and videos on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok. In this article, we’ll explore what dermaplaning is, including its efficacy, side effects, and benefits. What is Dermaplaning? Dermaplaning is a cosmetic skin treatment that uses a specialized scalpel blade or…
Cheek fillers are a cosmetic procedure to lift your cheekbones, smooth wrinkles, and fine lines and add volume to your face. The filler substance is injected to restore the volume of the area around your cheekbones. It helps in creating a defined bone structure. Cheek fillers can also be called derma fillers. In this article, we’ll take a deeper dive into the procedure, costs, and side effects of cheek fillers. Types of Cheek/Dermal Fillers Available Fillers are classified depending on the substance from which they are made. However, there are several types of fillers used by cosmetic surgeons which are…
Meadowsweet is a clustered white flower herb. It is also a native herb in Europe and found in North America and Northern Asia. Its scientific name is Filipendula ulmaria. Some of the common names for meadowsweet are dropwort, bridewort, Dolloff, queen of the meadow, lady of the meadow, and mead wort. Meadowsweet grows in a damp environment and in marshy areas like meadows. And the white flowers and green stems have a strong and sweet fragrance. That is the reason it has earned the name meadowsweet. In addition, it has been used for centuries for preparing traditional medicines. It is…
Iron is an important source of minerals required by our body for proper growth and development. It is also used to make hemoglobin and carry oxygen from the lungs to other parts of the body. Another protein Myoglobin, made by iron, brings oxygen to the muscles. Studies show both vegetarians and vegans do not meet the iron requirement in the body. The body is unable to absorb the iron in plant-based food efficiently, resulting in iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia. Iron deficiency anemia occurs when your body is not able to produce enough red blood cells due to iron…
Irish Sea Moss is a seaweed that grows in waters, tidepools, and inlets along rocky coasts. It is an edible seaweed rich in minerals, vitamins, and other nutrients. Many countries have been using this for years in different forms and recipes. You can buy sea moss as a supplement (online and offline) or in raw forms from specialty health stores. There are many types of Sea Moss, and Irish Sea Moss (Chondrus crispus) is our favorite. Let’s explore why! Irish Sea Moss Nutrient The Irish Sea Moss has tons of vitamins and nutrients. There is only a modest amount of…
CoQ10 or CoEnzyme Q10 is an essential nutrient that is produced naturally by the human body. Besides being produced by the liver, it is also absorbed from the food we eat. It can be taken as a vitamin-like supplement and is also referred to as CoQ10, Q10, vitamin Q10, ubiquinone, or ubidecarenone. [1] CoQ10 acts in two ways: To help our bodies to generate energy for growth and maintenance.It works as a powerful antioxidant, which protects cells from damage and plays a critical role in metabolism. Coenzyme q10 usually comes in liquid, capsule, or tablet form. In general, the best…
Everyone wants to attain beauty and blemish-free skin. With science and technology advancing, using science to amplify one’s beauty has become the new trend. RF microneedling treatment has become quite popular among the youth as it is fast, non-invasive, and provides better results without going under the knife. Here’s all you need to know about RF microneedling, including its benefits, risk, costs, and procedure. What is RF Microneedling? Radiofrequency (RF) microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure. It uses tiny needles as well as radiofrequency waves to rejuvenate skin, all without causing any damage to…
To lose weight and maintain a stable fit, adolescents and adults resort to “purging” rituals, which lead to serious health problems. Purging disorder (PD) affects 2.5% of women each year, making it one of the most common eating disorders (ED) [1]. PD falls between anorexia nervosa (AN) and bulimia nervosa (BN) in its clinical presentation, raising questions about whether it is classified as a separate diagnosis or is a partial variant of these disorders. It has a higher mortality rate (5.0%) compared to BN and AN (3.9), indicating a significantly greater risk to life [2]. “Purging” behavior is manifested by…