Symptoms Of Vitamin D Deficiency Vitamin D is one of the four fat soluble vitamin that helps the body absorb and utilize calcium and phosphorus from the foods taken. This is also called the “sunshine vitamin” because it is created when the body absorbed the heat of the sun. A good source of this vitamin is cheese, beef liver, egg yolk, fish and fish oil. Thus, for those who are under the vegetarian diet, they are having low vitamin D levels. Vitamin D is activated by the kidneys and also the liver. If the vitamin D level is less than 50ng/ml, then the person has vitamin D deficiency. It [...]
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Acrodermatitis Treatment and Acrodermatitis enteropathica
by on 20. Apr, 2010 in Skin Care
Acrodermatitis is a childhood skin disorder that is characterized by mild symptoms like of fever and malaise. It can also be linked to hepatitis B and other viral infections. Causes of Acrodermatitis The cause of acrodermatitis is not understood clearly but it is well- documented. The surprising thing is that though the disease is linked with hepatitis B in Italian children, there is no such evidence among US children. The virus that causes acrodermatitis is Epstein-Barr virus (EBV, mononucleosis). There are other viruses also like cytomegalovirus, coxsackie viruses, parainfluenza virus, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV ) etc. One of the rarest forms of acrodermatitis is acrodermatitis enteropathica. In this disorder, zinc [...]
Skin Itching : Causes, control measures and prevention
by on 04. Apr, 2010 in Diseases and Conditions
Itch (Lat. pruritus) is a skin sensation that provokes a desire to scratch. Skin Itching problem arise when some things produced by the body, such as histamine or binary salts, or those coming from the outside such as nickel or wool, irritate the skin’s nerve endings. The following tests may be needed to diagnose the skin itching: Body temperature and weight should be measured. Body should be examined to find parasites, rash, jaundice, painful spots and other skin changes which include sensitive areas. Chest X-ray Abdominal ultrasound Urine tests If an allergy is suspected, skin tests and blood tests should be done. Diet trials may reveal food intolerances so should be [...]
How to know if a mole to be skin cancer
by on 13. Jan, 2010 in Cancer
Our body is made of numerous cells. There is a continued change in human cell structure. This change takes place in a normal manner. But when the change in the structure is abnormal and there is growth of malignant cells, we call it cancerous. But growth of skin or appearance of a mole is not always skin cancer. To know a mole to be skin cancer. Proper laboratory examination of cells in the mole(biopsy) is necessary. Following are few points to know actually a mole is skin cancer or not. 1. Shape and size of the mole: Most of the moles are symmetrical, and are either round or oval in [...]
Skincare treatments that go easy on your pocket
by on 04. Jan, 2010 in Skin Care
Modern and effective skin care treatment has become almost a necessity for people. At the same time obtaining these services at a reasonable rate is also at the back of everyone’s mind. Skin care treatments are not limited to the home made formulas being passed down for generations. It is time look ahead of the home made stuff and become aware of the growth in the skin care market. Skin care products are stocked by dozens in departmental stores which can easily confuse you into buying something expensive as well as something that does not suit your needs. Finding the best skin care product that work for you is essential [...]
Natural Home Remedies for Oily Skin
by on 13. Dec, 2009 in Skin Care
Oily skin make the skin look dull,shiny and thick. Oily skin is prone to blackheads, because of this sebaceous glands present in the skin are over reactive and produce oil more than we needed. Oily skin gives greasy shine on face. The pores on the skin enlarges and gives coarse look. The main causes of oil skin are harmonal levels in skin. Here are some of the simple yet effective ways to treat oily face at home. 1. Crab Apple Paste The paste of a crab apple should be applied round the neck and over the face for 20 minutes .after then the face should be washed with lukewarm water. [...]
Benefits of Cucumber for Skin
by on 12. Dec, 2009 in Skin Care
Cucumber is an edible fruit which is produced from a plant called cucumis sativus. Cucumber is related to the Gourd family. It’s been using for the health benefits from many centuries..it is also taken as skin diet. Eating raw cucumber helps skin as well as the eyes. Use 1 The hydrogen level of cucumber is equal to that of the skin. So, eating cucumber frequently helps to cover all the problematic areas of skin. Use 2 Cucumber can been used as facial and beauty product and can be applied directly on the face.Also,Drinking cucumber juice daily helps your skin to glow and clear all the blemishes with in short time. [...]
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