Skingredients: Vitamin D2 vs. D3 Supplements Vitamin D is a widely popular dietary supplement. Since the sun is the best source of vitamin D, individuals living in areas without much direct sunlight may become deficient in the vitamin. Additionally,... Read More Author: Anna Pleet Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Vegan Skin Care: An Honest Looks at What it Really Means What is Vegan Skin Care? Living a vegan lifestyle has become increasingly common. Avoiding all animal-derived products has become easier to adapt to because of the accessibility of vegan options available in... Read More Author: Nicole Olayon MSN Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD, Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
What is That Stinky Tea? Kombucha – Fermented Tea Benefits Kombucha tea is a new health drink that is sweeping the nation. This fermented drink can be a little bit mysterious, but many studies have found that it can have amazing potential health benefits, including... Read More Author: Caitlyn Dagenet Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Are You Drinking Enough Water to Hydrate Your Skin? Preserving a youthful appearance and emanating glowing skin are some of the main reasons why most individuals invest in quality skin care. The number of skin care products labeled as anti-aging, skin... Read More Author: Nicole Olayon MSN Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Probiotic Benefits for the Skin: Foods vs Supplements Probiotics for skin care are gaining popularity in health these days and rightfully so. Probiotics, considered “good bacteria,” are live bacteria and yeasts that can be beneficial to various processes in... Read More Author: Steven Lam Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Ketogenic Zesty Zoodles Recipe – Keto Diet Recipe Do you ever just crave a huge, hearty bowl of carb-laden pasta? If you are following a ketogenic diet plan or simply trying to avoid refined carbohydrates, you don’t have to torture yourself! These ketogenic... Read More Author: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Does Coffee Make Rosacea Worse? Rosacea is a common skin condition that can be frustrating and embarrassing. It is characterized by increased facial redness and sometimes bumps, which can be mistaken for acne. One of the common... Read More Author: Caitlyn Dagenet Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
What You Need to Know About Reading Food Labels: A Help Guide Let’s face it, reading food labels can be downright confusing. They are hard to find, hard to read, and at times overwhelming. Serving size? Percent daily value? And why is it all in metric units when all of... Read More Author: Ariel Maroon Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
3 Reasons to Supercharge Your Diet and Skin with Ginger “Ginger Has Only Good Qualities” – An Indian Proverb Although a seemingly small addition, the ginger herb carries a big reputation. Ginger root or Zingiberaceae has emerged as a front-runner in the... Read More Author: Ariel Maroon Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Turmeric: An Anti-inflammatory Herb Turmeric is an extremely popular herb that is used in hundreds of recipes. It is most well-known for coloring rich Indian curry. This spice not only tastes great, but provides some powerful health advantages,... Read More Author: Caitlyn Dagenet Editor: Vindhya Veerula MD
5 Foods to Start Eating to Help with Rosacea Rosacea is a common skin condition that can be frustrating and embarrassing. It is characterized by increased facial redness and sometimes bumps, which can be mistaken for acne. Treatments for rosacea only... Read More Author: Caitlyn Dagenet Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
What Is the Difference Between Prenatal Vitamins and Multi-Vitamins? Multivitamins can support healthy skin and your overall health regimen. Not only do they provide essential micronutrient supplementation (vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients), but they also can optimize... Read More Author: Ariel Maroon Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Matcha Tea: A Japanese Secret to Health Matcha is a bright green powder that is traditionally made in Japan by finely grinding entire tea leaves. In recent years, the popularity of matcha tea has increased dramatically and it can be found all over... Read More Author: Caitlyn Dagenet Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
10 Amazing Skin Benefits of Green Juice In recent years, green juice has been touted as a health trend as well as superfood beverage. Named for its color, as well as ingredients, one can find a variety of green juice diet recipes that include green... Read More Author: Ariel Maroon Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
New Year, New Food Label? Welcome to 2018! It’s the year of the dog according to the Chinese astrological calendar, and January is the month of new. New resolutions, new tips on how to stay organized, and new mantras to be better... Read More Author: Ariel Maroon Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
3 Ways Your Skin Could Benefit From Phytoestrogens A decline in the female hormone estrogen is natural with increasing age and during certain phases of a woman’s reproductive cycle. This hormonal change can often cause a plethora of uncomfortable symptoms... Read More Author: Nicole Olayon MSN Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Tips and Tricks to Incorporate Plant-Based Protein into Your Diet Searching for tips to obtain more protein in your diet? Contrary to popular belief, high-quality protein is not found in animal products alone. For the omnivores, vegetarians, and vegans out there, protein is... Read More Author: Ariel Maroon Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Meat and Its Effect on the Gut Microbiome It’s fascinating that our gut is home to trillions of bacteria that influence many aspects and functions of our daily lives. Our gut microbiome is a key player in our overall system influencing digestion,... Read More Author: Steven Lam Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
The Spicy Satisfaction of Turmeric and Capsaicin Growing up in a Mexican-American household, my family has given me valuable life lessons intermixed with cooking tips. Here are three sentiments I can personally speak about: Everything and anything can have... Read More Author: Ariel Maroon Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Simple vs Complex vs Refined Carbohydrates: What’s the Difference? Food is powerful. In the scientific field, research continues to highlight the impact diet has on a person’s appearance, overall health, and even gene expression. The word “diet” seems to... Read More Author: Ariel Maroon Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Eggs: the Perfect Protein…or is it? Eggs are not just a versatile breakfast food, they’re extremely functional. We may eat eggs because it’s easy to scramble, boil, or fry them, but egg chemistry expands beyond great breakfast additions. Not... Read More Author: Ariel Maroon Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
Sugar and Its Effect On The Skin Our body breaks down carbohydrates in our foods into glucose, a type of sugar. Glucose molecules enter our bloodstream from our food, and we use them to energize our cells. The infrastructure of our skin... Read More Author: Alexandra Vaughn MD Editor: Jivome Content Team
Detoxification Series: The Role of Food and Herbs Your Toxin Bank Account In this series, we have discussed detoxification processes in the body – the effect of toxins on skin and methods for enhancing detoxification. This article focuses on the role... Read More Author: Lauren Vreeland ND Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Prebiotics and Their Influence on The Skin Imagine an ordinary day at work. However, you forgot to pack your lunch today! Odds are that your productivity level is likely to decrease because of hunger and lack of energy; the same is the case for the... Read More Author: Steven Lam Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
Mindful Nutrition: Dairy, Friend or Foe in Acne? Our skin is our first interface with the outside environment. Therefore, skin issues often lead to frustration and psychological discomfort stemmed from the feelings of embarrassment, shame, and... Read More Author: Steven Lam Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
