The idea that aluminum in antiperspirants could cause breast cancer has been a decades-long debate. Throughout the years it has been shown that aluminum indeed acts as a metalloestrogen. Researchers have also found levels of aluminum to be higher in the tissues of women who had cases of breast cancer than not. But never before had it been shown […]
Invisible Cause of Eczema in Infants
According to a new study led by King’s College London, there’s a mostly invisible cause to eczema in children: hard water. Skin barrier impairment and dry skin are thought to be triggers of eczema in early life, partly through genetic predisposition. Environmental factors may also contribute to the breakdown of the skin barrier, including water […]
A Simple Tip For Dandruff
There are many causes for dandruff, but most common cause is the overproduction of sebum. The oil of the scalp hardens and builds up in to flakes and scales, and the skin underneath can become red, itchy, and irritated. This is called seborrheic dermatitis. So, there’s a pretty simple solution to keeping this type of […]
Scientists Developing Probiotic to Prevent Cavities
University of Florida Health researchers have identified a new strain of bacteria called Streptococcus A12 that may keep “bad” bacteria in check and could lead to a way to developing an oral probiotic for preventing cavities. The study published in the journal Applied and Environmental Microbiology says that A12 not only helps neutralize acid by metabolizing arginine […]
Five Natural Remedies for Tooth Sensitivity
Switching Toothbrushes It may be as simple as switching your toothbrush. Although it’s not commonly discussed, toothbrushes with hard bristles or rubber scrapers may be wearing out your enamel. (Read my story about this here.) If you’re experiencing tooth sensitivity, simply switching to a “super soft” toothbrush without any rubber bristles may make a difference […]