Everyone loves a cup of coffee in the morning, right? Whether it’s a straight shot of espresso from your home coffee machine to help you feel more alert, or a delicious milky latte from a coffee shop on the way to work, millions of us enjoy at least one coffee-containing beverage every day. If you’re … Read more
According to recent research, your skin may not share your love of gadgets. In a recent study, evening use of light-emitting electronic devices have been shown to cause sleep deprivation. And sleep deprivation, in turn, has been linked to a number of health problems, from obesity to high blood pressure and skin problems such as … Read more
Ever considered using turmeric for acne? Perhaps you’ve heard about it and even read positive reviews. But before you decide to give turmeric a try, make sure you do some thorough research first. Turmeric is a highly popular product for many purposes, including the skin. You’ve probably seen recipes on how to make your own … Read more
Female hormonal acne is perhaps the most common form of adult acne. Doctors commonly prescribe birth control pills or anti-androgen drugs to help with hormonal acne. Wary of side-effects or just want to avoid ‘messing up with hormones’, many women prefer to avoid prescription drugs and look for natural solutions. The net is of course … Read more
Intermittent fasting is a pattern of eating that cycles between periods of not eating (fasting) and eating. It has gained popularity among the paleo/primal community as a way to ‘hack your body’, and it’s touted to have almost miraculous health benefits. In this post I want to talk about intermittent fasting for acne. We’ll go … Read more
Few of us the in West would change the comforts of modern civilization to the nomadic existence of Eskimos. Yet they have something most of us glamor, no acne – or, I should say, had. When Canadian Eskimos started moving into towns and permanent settlements many notes changes in their health. Another condition has become … Read more
Science Friday podcast recently reported about a new systemic review highlighting negative consequences of consuming artificial sweeteners. I should make it clear that this has nothing to do with the fear mongering you’ll see on alternative health sites. There’s no good evidence to show that artificial sweeteners cause neurological damage (at least that I’m aware … Read more
A UK study from 2012 shows skipping little bit of sleep for a few weeks has no effect on insulin resistance and probably doesn’t hurt your skin. But over time not getting enough sleep is going to get to you and your skin. Earlier studies have shown sleep deprivation causes blood sugar problems and increases … Read more
A 2012 Italian study shows why you should think twice before indulging in carbohydrates. The study compared acne patients to people with clear skin and showed significant insulin resistance and much higher insulin level in acne group. Why insulin matters As I’ve explained many times, insulin is a cornerstone hormone in acne. Increase in insulin … Read more
The net is full of misinformation about hormonal acne, everything from useless supplements to dubious cleanses. However, science consistently shows that dietary changes can significantly reduce the hormones known to cause acne. Proper dietary changes, that it. One choice that can make a real difference is whether you fill your plate with carbohydrates or fat. … Read more