Skin Care
Can Obesity Lead To Skin Inflammation?
A study - published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology - suggests that dietary components, and not obesity itself, may lead to skin inflammation and the development of psoriasis. “In our study, we found that short-term exposure to the Western diet is able to induce psoriasis before significant body weight gain,” says Sam T. Hwang, professor and chair of dermatology at UC Davis and senior study author.
Activated Silk: Why This Revolutionary Ingredient Should Be On Your Skincare Radar
Written By Jennifer Raskin / Reviewed By Ray Spotts
Ready for the future of skincare? One of the biggest trends over the last decade is a massive shift toward chemical-free products. As we move into a brand new decade, skincare is evolving even more with the revolution of activated silk.
Most people think of soft, supple blouses or bedsheets when they think of silk. But when the pure silk protein from silk cocoons, called fibroin, is isolated, it creates a naturally biocompatible silk protein that can transform skin.
Inflammation In The News: Can It Cause Gastric Cancer?
Understanding Inflammation In Your Body And How To Heal It
Keep reading to understand more about both forms of inflammation, how they may impact your life, and how you can help heal the underlying causes of this potentially debilitating condition.
Written By Paisley Hansen / Reviewed By Ray Spotts