If your baby has patches of dry, flaky and rashy skin, there’s a good chance that it is infant eczema (or dermatitis). Eczema in infants is a common skin condition that is not contagious but can cause lots of parenting stress, not to mention the discomfort it can cause your baby.
Eczema in infants is basically of two types; atopic dermatitis and contact dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis is an…
Being stressed can make you think that sitting in front of your television screen with junk foods (e.g. hamburgers and chocolate ice cream) is the easiest way to solve emotional woes. However, while eating, guilt and frustration can set in.
A stressful life can trigger cravings for food, leading to binge (immoderate) eating. Binge eating is a reaction to stress because your body releases…
Stomach ulcers are open sores found around the stomach, which develop in the digestive tract lining. They can be very painful, and certain foods can cause the production of stomach acids that stir up the open sore.
Stomach ulcers result from a bacteria infection called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). Taking pain relievers (e.g. aspirin, ibuprofen) for a very long time can also cause the…
Ever wondered if sleeping positions have anything to do with digestion? Currently, there’s not much information on the effect of sleeping positions on gut health, but there’s increasing information on how sleep can boost digestion. Medical experts have revealed that your sleeping position at night can affect your gut health, causing heartburn and constipation.
Sleep can affect…
People who love tattoos tend to experience excitement before a tattoo session. It may be that this particular tattoo is your hundredth or the very first time you are stepping inside a tattoo shop for an actual session. No matter what, there are some points to note before you finally get a tattoo.
Getting a new tattoo is more or less a minor medical process. Your skin is pierced by the rapid…
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Acne is a common skin condition that most people experience at some point in their lives. It is not life-threatening but can be painful, especially when it is a severe case. Additionally, it can cause emotional distress and impact a person’s self-esteem to those experiencing…
Today many health-conscious people enjoy the benefits of IV vitamin therapy to feel better, maintain healthier skin, and boost their immune systems. With intravenous (IV) vitamin infusion, nutrients are directly absorbed into your bloodstream by bypassing the digestive system, which would have otherwise lowered the amount of vitamin your body can absorb.
This simple process has made the IV…
Fruits high in water content, like watermelon, are said to have many advantages for pregnant mothers. These include healthier skin, a reduction in morning sickness, and a decreased chance of pregnancy problems, among others.
But only a small portion of these advantages are backed by research. This piece will explore the benefits and risks watermelon poses to pregnant women.
Benefits of…
As a familiar saying goes, “Our skin reflects our health”. It is, therefore, appropriate to treat our skin with utmost care. However, we tend to overlook that and end up doing things that can harm the skin. It is agreeable that some things are beyond our control – natural ageing, but when it comes to caring for the skin, specific lifestyle changes and unhealthy habits can get in…
Some babies are born with full heads of hair. Others have a smattering of strands, and many others have only peach fuzz. However full or sparse your newborn’s hair is, you might notice it falling out or getting thinner in the weeks after you bring them home. This shedding may come as a surprise. But the good news is: there’s no reason to worry.
Here’s the thing: Infant hair…