The skin is also surprisingly insulin responsive. You may have heard that diabetes causes skin issues—people who have diabetes tend to have extremely dry, itchy skin; are prone to frequent skin infections, and can have trouble healing wounds. Insulin resistance is characterized by the inability of the cells to respond to insulin, resulting in poor absorption of glucose from … [Read more...]
Acne Scars: Types & Most Effective Treatment Options
By Dr. Thomas Griffin Acne is an extremely common skin problem. Affecting about 80% of people ages 11-30, acne affects more than the visual, and cosmetic appearance of the skin, but the mental well-being of those affected as well. While not every person affected by acne will have signs of the acne left on their skin, about 1 in 5 who have had acne will have some degree of … [Read more...]
Exotic Dragon Fruit for Glowing Skin
Dragon fruit tops the the list of exotic fruit for healthy looking skin. Packed with antioxidants, vitamins and nutrients, which are beneficial for overall health and skin-related problems like signs of ageing, acne and sunburn. Dragon fruit is amazing for acne-prone and inflamed skin. This fruit has a surprising number of phytonutrients, vitamins, and … [Read more...]
Acne
Acne is a rash, usually on the face, due to blockage and inflammation of glands in the skin. While not a life threatening condition, acne can be upsetting and disfiguring. Severe, acne can lead to serious and permanent scarring. While most people outgrow acne by their early 20s, some - especially women - have acne into their 40s or 50s. Cause of Acne Acne is caused by … [Read more...]
