Did you know that what happens in the digestive tract plays a big role in what happens on the skin and in the immune system as a whole? Many people say that the immune system lives in the gut – and there’s a good reason for that. Our digestive tract is where our body deals […]
Tag Archives: Inflammation
We’ve all been hearing a lot about the importance of essential fatty acids and ‘good fats’. Foods like nuts, seeds, and oils have made headlines in health news about their endless benefits – but is there a chance they’re causing more harm than good? While essential fatty acids like omega-3s are critical for healthy brain […]
Diet, Eczema, Herbal Remedies, Inflammation, Moisturizers, Treatments
Cooling The Heat Of Eczema Inflammation
Did you know that one of the biggest reasons why eczema is painful, itchy, and prone to infections is inflammation? When the skin and tissues under the affected area become inflamed, the real problems begin. Fighting inflammation can lead to a huge decrease in eczema issues, and today I’m going to share a few ‘do […]
As we learn more and more about diet, we’re finding that the pH of the body may just have a huge influence on the health of the immune system – which relates directly to eczema. New findings suggest that an acidic pH could lead to greater inflammation, hyperactive immune responses, and less effective self-healing – […]
Allergies, Eczema, Green Living, Herbal Remedies, Infections, Inflammation, Itchy Skin, Moisturizers
DIY All-Natural Skin Moisturizers
When it comes to dry, itchy, flaking, or irritated skin, a deep moisturization can sometimes bring a huge amount of much needed relief. The problem is that applying common moisturizers and lotions can also bring chemicals, allergies, and flare-ups. This week I’d like to introduce you to some truly all-natural DIY home remedies for hydrating, […]
When it comes to allergies, eczema, or many irritating skin conditions, a body in a state of inflammation can make everything worse. Inflammation happens when the body reacts to something it feels threatened by. When we cut ourselves the area becomes inflamed as fresh blood and various parts of our immune system rush to the area, seal it […]