Emu Oil - Relief for Skin Problems, Hair Loss, Arthritis Pain, Burns and Bruises

If someone tells you he or she has found an oil that is 100% natural, odour free, nourishes skin, relieves arthritis pain and cures burns and bruises, he/she is talking about emu oil.

Emu is a 6ft tall bird, native to Australia. Oil taken from the fat of this bird has been used by native Australians for several centuries to cure variety of conditions like physical injuries, bruises, swellings, etc.

It is a pain reliever, relieving muscle pain and joint pain. Arthritis patients can find pain relief with application of just 14 days. The active contents of the oil reach deep in the skin and works against inflammations, thereby relieving arthritic pain. The content include linoleic (Omega 6) and linolenic (Omega 3) acids.

It prevents hair loss - alopecia areata. It prevents hair fall, hair split, weak hair, grey hair, early baldness, and psoriasis on the head. For applying on scalp, you need to mix equal parts of emu oil and coconut oil.

Emu oil has the peculiar ability to penetrate all the five epithelial (or skin) layers. This ensures the nutrient content of the oil is deposited deep into the body, with ease.

The pH factor of Emu oil is similar to that of human skin's, which makes it easier for skin to absorb the nutrients much faster than most ointments. It has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory properties. The antibacterial properties make it useful while treating cuts and bruises. The anti-inflammatory property makes it an efficient treatment for arthritis related pain.

Its effects on skin diseases and hair fall hold much attention among medical research community. People suffering from such conditions like eczema, psoriasis, etc benefit from its use.

It can be the best sunscreen lotion ever made. However, it is natural and no synthetic manufacturing process is involved. It can not only prevent sunburns, but also cure sunburns and other kinds of burns. It is antibacterial and is good to prevent bacterial infection on your skin and on cuts, bruises, etc.

It is moisturizing and good for human skin. It can prevent wrinkling of skin. It can also provide a bit of suppleness to the skin. The biggest benefit is that, it is non-greasy. It acts fast on skin and gets absorbed quickly. It also doesn't clog pores. For skin care and dermatology treatments, emu oil is a natural alternative that doesn't have the side effects and inconveniences associated with several dozens of medicines and ointments.

PS: This article is not written by a healthcare professional and can't be construed as medical advice.  
By:Dev Sar

Olive Oil Cleanse - Top Health Benefits of Olive Oil Cleanse

When we overload our digestive system with toxins, junk food, processed foods and non-vegetarian foods, the result is a clogged colon which also affects the liver. Constipation, weight gain, gas and bloating, fatigue and skin and hair problems are all results of an unhealthy digestive system. Detoxifying the system regularly is extremely important and essential. Olive Oil cleanse is one such way to achieve this.
How do you know that your system needs cleansing? If you experience any of the following, its time you pay attention to your digestive system and look for remedies.
- Recurring headaches
- Constipation
- Protruding belly
- Powerful food cravings
- Skin problems
- Metallic taste in mouth
- Frequent fatigue and low energy
- Flatulence, gas & bloating
- Excess weight
- Impaired digestion
- Irritability, mood swings
- Bad breath & foul-smelling stools

There are many cleansing methods which include diets, cleansing drinks and clinical procedures. Olive Oil cleanse is one simple method. Its regular use benefits the users by preventing all the above mentioned ailments.
It is a natural lubricant. Take one teaspoon in the day and at night. It keeps the insides lubricated and consequently helps regularizing bowel movements. This can be done once a week as having it daily might lead to diarrhea. Flushing out the system completely involves cleansing of the liver as well. Try the following:
On the day of flushing the system do not eat anything after 4 PM. At 10:30 PM squeeze the juice of one grapefruit in a cup. Mix half cup olive oil in ¾ cup grapefruit juice. Stir well and keep aside. After half an hour drink the mixture. Sleep immediately. The next day do a sea-salt water flush and drink a fiber shake. This is an effective way of cleansing the system.
Olive oil is obtained from the fruit 'olive'. It contains oleic acid, palmitic acid and fatty acids. It has antioxidant properties and is low in saturated fats. It is known to have medicinal properties. It is popularly used by medical practitioners to cleanse the entire system including the gall bladder and liver. Its properties help in preventing Asthma, gall-stones and sluggishness.

By Rachel Myers

Do You Know The Symptoms Of Psoriasis?

Man, I'm so tired of reading everybody's stuff about Psoriasis, especially this topic, because obviously they never had Psoriasis. My Psoriasis began when I was 25 years old and I'm 59... and it is only as recent as two years ago that I really and seriously did something about improving it. So do you think I know something about the symptoms of psoriasis?

First, I'll tell you how it started and what I think could have triggered it based on my past research. Then, since I've had psoriasis from toe nails to scalp, I think I'm quite capable of describing the symptoms. What do you think?

Here we go. I was driving a Cutlass Supreme at the time and it was summer in Montreal. Sticking my arm out the window to wave to my wife, the chrome piece of molding along side the door panel was damaged and made a nice scratch on my left forearm. Thinking nothing of it... I went on my way. Little did I know then, that I had just been subjected to toxins, bacteria, and whatever, from that piece of molding. The beginning of mine which spread to my elbows first.

I hate it when people say that the symptoms of plaque psoriasis, as an example, is red... itchy skin...covered with silvery scales. Hello, this is not a symptom... it's a full blown psoriasis. Now do you see what I mean.

In all forms of psoriasis except maybe behind the ears, you will first experience very small or a tiny red pimple or pimples wherever it is starting. However, this pimple doesn't hurt like a regular pimple, it's itchy. It's when you go scratch at it that you'll feel relieved while at the same time removing a small piece of skin. That my friends, is a tiny silvery scale, your first symptom.

Thinking nothing of it, more of these little pimples will begin to show up, and as usual, you'll scratch and remove to relieve the itch. As new ones develop... the old ones are beginning to show sign of growing (getting bigger). Yo scratch and remove a bigger scale. Eventually, the start joining together. Those are the true symptoms of psoriasis... nothing else.

If you see your toe nails getting thicker or yellowish, this is a sign of bacteria, toxins, parasites etc., the root of psoriasis... another symptom of psoriasis. If you see your finger nails become pitted, this is another symptom of psoriasis.

If you see or feel flaking or cracking behind the ears... that's another symptom of psoriasis. Inflamed or swollen patches are also another sign.

So my advice to you is when you see any of those symptoms, don't run to your dermatologist so he can prescribe cream! Your wasting precious time. Your goal is to kill the toxins, or parasite thats giving you the psoriasis... and change your diet not to get reinfected.

Best of luck!

By Jonathan G. Michel

Ten Skin Problems of Pregnancy

Pregnancy brings with it many changes, emotionally, physically, and mentally. From a mental and emotional standpoint, you're preparing to adopt a new role of parent, with all its accompanying responsibilities. Physically, of course, you're dealing with changes in the shape, function, and movement of your body. While we have a society-wide belief that pregnant women are always glowing, that, unfortunately, is not always the case. No where is this more evident than in the skin problems of pregnancy.
You've probably heard the phrase, "the eyes are the window to the soul". If this is true, your skin is the window to your current state of health and the changes taking place on the inside. During pregnancy, aside from all the other issues, you may also have to deal with a variety of skin changes, including rashes, acne, stretch marks, breaking nails, hair growth or loss, and dark blotches on the skin.
Most of these changes are directly linked to the enormous amount of hormonal fluctuations women experience during pregnancy. During pregnancy, there are all kinds of changes which can have impact on your skin, leading to new skin problems or worsening of existing ones. In some cases, pregnancy may actually help improve existing skin conditions. Let's look at various skin conditions in more detail, defining the main ten skin problems of pregnancy.
1) Rashes. Rashes appear due to irritation of the skin. One common pregnancy rash is called pruritic urticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy (PUPPP). This is the most frequently seen condition specific to pregnancy. Women with PUPPP demonstrate a rash which starts on the abdomen and can spread to the breasts, arms, thighs, and buttocks.
2) Acne. Acne is another skin condition that may get better or worse during pregnancy. Acne is, at least in part, driven by hormones, so the hormones of pregnancy can lead to more breakouts for some women, and clearer skin for others.
3) Oily skin. Oily skin is third skin condition which may arise during pregnancy. This is related to increased levels of androgen, the male sex hormone, which causes an increase in sebum production. The more sebum produced, the oilier the skin. Many women report that their skin and hair becomes oilier during pregnancy. Most of the time, these issues can be addressed with over the counter oil controlling cleansers and products.
4) Stretch marks. The fourth skin problem of pregnancy, stretch marks arise when the under layers of the skin is stretched, resulting in visible striations on the surface of the skin. Stretch marks can be treated after the fact, but the best treatment is always prevention. Keeping your skin well moisturized, especially on your tummy, breasts, thighs, can help reduce the appearance of stretch marks.
5) . These are another possible skin problem of pregnancy. Spider angiomas are groups of very tiny blood vessels which gather around a central point and radiate out like the legs of a spider. Pregnant women are likely to develop these on their chest, faces, arms, and sometimes on other places on the body. Most of these spider angiomas clear up after pregnancy.
6) Chloasma. Chloasma, also called melasma, or the "mask of pregnancy" is another skin condition which is diagnosed when certain areas of the skin turn darker because of excess pigmentation. Most often, this condition affects places of the skin which are most often exposed to sun, like the upper lip, forehead, cheeks. This condition is likely to clear up after pregnancy. Again, you can lessen your chances of chloasma by using a good (baby safe) doctor recommended sunscreen throughout the course of your pregnancy.
7) Too much hair. Changes in the hair are also common during pregnancy. Some women lose a lot of hair within a few months after delivery, while many are troubled with excess hair growth during pregnancy. Excess hair growth is most often seen on the lip and chin, and is triggered by an increase in androgen and other male hormones during pregnancy.
8) Brittle nails. Many women experience breaking, splitting, or brittleness to their nails during pregnancy. Physicians aren't quite sure why this occurs, but it may be managed with an over the counter nail hardening polish. Check with your doctor.
9) Skin tags. Skin tags are little pieces of skin which over-grow and hang from the neck. These can increase in number during pregnancy. If you have skin tags before pregnancy, it may be that pregnancy will cause these to increase.
10) Atopic dermatitis. Also known as eczema, this skin condition may appear or worsen during pregnancy. Marked by extreme skin itchiness, too much scratching can lead to the skin become red, swollen, or cracked.
If you are pregnant, be sure to watch for these ten skin problems of pregnancy. If you begin to develop any of these conditions, seek appropriate medical advice; you don't have to suffer through these conditions for the whole nine months. Chances are that your doctor will have recommendations which can address your skin problems so you can have healthy, beautiful skin, even while you're pregnant.

By Ally McNeal