I was interested to read yesterday a report regarding a recommendation coming out of the Skin Cancer Foundation in the USA. The Foundation has recommended that adults increase their intake of vitamin D from 400 IU (the recommended daily amount) to 1000 IU. This is good news, I think, because there's ... Read More ›
Beauty
Beauty
February 8, 2016
August 16, 2016
Purposely Misleading Marketing Lingo: Sunscreen Edition
As you may know, I'm not a huge fan of sunscreen lotion. I just don't think it's all that necessary. If you've had enough Vitamin D skin production for one day, and you're worried about burning up, using physical barriers – like shirts, hats, umbrellas – to impede the sunlight is better than ... Read More ›
February 8, 2016
Many Medicines Spark Nasty Sunburns
I just started taking "doxycycline" for acne. The prescription label says to "avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight" and the guys in my apartment are razzing me because I won't play tennis with them anymore. My roommate says he took doxycycline before going on a cruise and nothing happened to him. ... Read More ›
February 9, 2016
Getting Rid of Adult Acne for Good
Q: I thought my days of dealing with acne were long behind me, but it seems I'm not so lucky. I've spent an arm and a leg on expensive products promising to clear it up, but nothing works. Please help!Dr. Wright: Acne is an embarrassing problem that, for many people, persists long after adolescence. ... Read More ›
December 3, 2020
Vitamin D – A Guide for Furless Mammals
There are 2 reasons I'm writing this article. Firstly, vitamin D has been all over the news as the latest nutrient whose RDA has come under great scrutiny. The other reason being that it is almost 130 degrees (54C) here and I wouldn't step into the sun if you paid me hence I believe I am - ... Read More ›
UPDATED:November 24, 2021
Is There a Natural Toe Nail Fungus Remedy?
Q: Help! I have ugly toenail fungus. I don't want to take an antifungal pill as I'm afraid of toxic side effects. Is there a natural alternative? A: I see lots of toenail fungus in the office. It's a common problem that increases with aging! The preferred conventional oral treatment is ... Read More ›
February 9, 2016
Is the Sun Really So Dangerous?
The sun dispatches its warm glow of yellow light rays everyday, beaming in health, vitality, light and warmth. Yet after hearing all the warnings about its harmful effects, we fend off the sun as it were the enemy and sunblock, sunglasses and wide-brim hats are our weapons. Can brother sun be so ... Read More ›
February 9, 2016
Skin-Soothers for Itchy Spots
Dear Pharmacist, Sometimes I get itchy spots. I've stopped wearing perfume, I use dye-free detergent and soap. I only take three medications and I've taken those for years, birth control, ibuprofen and Synthroid. What are the best products for itchy skin? What else can I do? --B.V. ... Read More ›
UPDATED:September 6, 2016
Naturally fight bacteria and fungus with tea tree oil
I can personally attest to the effectiveness of tea tree oil for keeping unruly skin under control. After I started using tea tree oil-based facial scrubbing pads, things started getting a lot clearer (pun intended). Just take a look at the shelves of most natural beauty sections and you will ... Read More ›
UPDATED:September 2, 2016
Your body absorbs 5 pounds of make-up chemicals per year!
Stunningly, women who use make-up on a daily basis can absorb almost 5 pounds of chemicals into their bodies each year. Some of the compounds present in make-up have been linked to side effects ranging from skin irritation to cancer. Putting chemicals on your skin is actually far worse than ... Read More ›
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