With such a large segment of topical products being marketed for effects like “reducing facial shine,” “mattifying,” and “oil-control,” it is easy to appreciate how the experience of oily skin represents a common dermatological experience…
Read MoreResearchers from Dalhousie and Acadia University have found that balsam fir needles and their essential oil can effectively kill blacklegged ticks (Ixodes scapularis) during winter. These ticks, which transmit Lyme disease, may not survive until…
Read MoreThe use of topical retinoids has proven effective in addressing a range of prevalent skin issues, such as skin aging, acne, and the treatment of hyperpigmentation. A frequent challenge in using topical retinoids, including over-the-counter…
Read MoreThe article underscores the importance of exposure to germs for a healthy immune system, noting the consequences of reduced immunity due to pandemic measures. With fewer encounters with common viruses, respiratory infections like influenza and…
Read More2022-02-09 08:30:49 A double blind, placebo controlled randomized clinical trial investigated the impact of low FODMAP diets with vs without gluten on IBS symptoms. The aim of the study was to determine which wheat constituent,…
Read More2021-12-15 09:32:28 Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States and the second most prevalent cause of death in Canada. The 12-month trial recruited workers aged 25 to 65 years,…
Read More2021-12-15 09:09:37 In a randomized control trial conducted by the Department of Acupuncture of SDM College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences in Karnataka, India, 60 participants aged 17-23 years old were recruited from a residential…
Read More2021-12-15 08:43:29 A double-blind, placebo-controlled study was conducted to study the effectiveness of the specific bioactive collagen peptide (BCP) powder VERISOL® on eye wrinkle formation and stimulation of procollagen I, elastin and fibrillin biosynthesis in…
Read More2021-12-15 08:26:41 Evidence has emerged supporting the antidepressant-like effect of foods with high flavonoid content, like fruits, vegetables, and various beverages. Literature searches from PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science found 36 clinical trials to…
Read More2021-11-08 14:10:59 A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multi-dose trial investigated the effect of saffron extract on sleep quality, cortisol, and melatonin concentrations in adults with unsatisfactory sleep. The 28-day trial randomly allocated 120 participants with self-reported…
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