Kojic acid is a by-product of certain types of foods when they ferment. For example, Japanese sake and soy sauce are made with koji fungus that creates this compound as well! This substance also acts to inhibit tyrosine production which can lead you towards lighter coloured hair or skin if […]
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What are the benefits of ceramides for the skin?
Ceramides are lipid molecules that play an important role in the structure and barrier function of the skin, such as preventing moisture loss and protecting against environmental damage. Although the body produces ceramides, levels in the skin decline with age. When ceramide levels decline, it can lead to drier, more […]
Beta-alanine: Function, benefits, and sources
Beta-alanine is a popular supplement among many athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Evidence suggests that it is a safe and effective supplement that may help with delaying fatigue and improving performance. When a person does intense exercise, acid begins to accumulate in the muscles, which can contribute to fatigue. Beta-alanine helps […]
Intermittent fasting 16:8: How-to, benefits and tips
Intermittent fasting 16:8 is a time-restricted way of eating where you fast for 16 hours of the day and only consume food within an eight-hour window. Some people follow this diet daily, while others choose to do it a few days a week. “Intermittent fasting is an increasingly popular weight […]
Tennis and pickleball tournament benefits women’s heart health
Salem Health Foundation’s charity tournament fosters friendly competition and medical awareness. Stephanie Jones serves it up on the tennis court. (Mary Louise VanNatta/Special to Salem Reporter) The Salem Health Foundation hosted a mixed tennis and pickleball tournament on May 21 at the Salem Tennis & Swim Club. The goal was to […]
Journaling Prompts for Anxiety: Prompts, Tips, and Benefits
Journaling is a helpful strategy to ease your worries and manage your anxiety. You can start and find your rhythm with a few tips and prompts. Journaling is a therapeutic writing technique based on putting your thoughts onto paper. This expressive writing technique can clear your head, boost self-awareness, and […]
Benefits, Weight Loss, and Downsides
The 21-Day Smoothie Diet is a weight loss plan touted as an easy and effective alternative to fad diets. In fact, the creator of the plan claims that the diet is associated with a long list of benefits and can help improve sleep, keep your skin glowing, skyrocket energy levels, […]
Definition, benefits, aftercare, and more
A thread lift is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that tightens the skin on the face. During a thread lift, a cosmetic surgeon uses threads to pull up portions of the skin to reduce the appearance of aging. If a person has loose skin on their face, it may cause […]
9 Rowing Machine Benefits – Correct Form, Muscles Worked and More
One of the original sports in the modern Olympic Games, rowing is notorious as an effective full-body workout. It’s grown in popularity in recent years thanks to a shift towards high-intensity interval training and cross-training classes in the fitness industry. A low-impact alternative to treadmills and other cardio equipment, you’ll […]
What is the Little Thunderbolt Pose (Laghu Vajrasana) in Yoga? Tips, Technique, Correct Form, Benefits and Common Mistakes
Little Thunderbolt (Laghu Vajrasana) is included in Ashtanga yoga’s second series. The Ashtanga version of the pose is one in which your hands are on your ankles. This variation of the pose will put more of a demand on your chest and shoulders than the Ashtanga version. However, it can […]
What is Side Crow (Parsva Bakasana) in Yoga? Tips, Technique, Correct Form, Benefits and Common Mistakes
The Side Crow Pose, or Parsva Bakasana, is an arm balance that can build physical strength in the abs, upper body and obliques. It also challenges you to relax your shoulders and engage your core muscles by twisting and inverting your torso. It is a great way to work your […]
Eating earlier in the evening may have anti-aging benefits
Share on PinterestNew research finds that timing meals in addition to calorie restriction may hold anti-aging benefits. Adriana Duduleanu/EyeEm/Getty Images A study in mice suggests that the timing of meals is important to maximize the anti-aging effects of calorie restriction. On a calorie-restricted diet, mice that only ate during the […]