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Collagen Collagen functions as a structural component. Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body and is the substance that holds the whole body together. It is found in the bones, muscles, skin and tendons, where it forms a scaffold to provide strength and structure. Lupus is a collagen vascular disease that causes unique symptoms in each patient. Additional symptoms can include shortness of breath, chest pain, headaches, and dry eyes. People with lupus may have long periods of…

1.2.2. Influence on nutritional attributes Apple and pear cultivars are well known for being good sources of antioxidant properties, especially for their content of polyphenolic compounds concentrated in their skin. Apples contain natural sugars, organic acids, dietary fiber, minerals and vitamins, whereas pears are good sources of fiber and micronutrients such as chlorogenic acid, flavonols and arbutin (Sinha 2012). In general, pear juice is characterized by similar soluble solids content than…

Cosmetologist Cosmetologists are trained in many different thing such as skincare, makeup, and hair. They can dye hair, color it, style it, and many other things too. They can also specialize in skin and nail care. Cosmetologists also know what products to use if a customer is having a problem with their hair such as dandruff or dry and brittle hair. Most cosmetologists work at salons or own their own businesses. Some work at spas, beauty product manufacturers and suppliers. Working hours can…

12 Reasons you should throw out your deodorant and anti-per spirant Deodorants and ant per spirants have long been thought to have negative effects on the body. The theories range from cancer causing aluminums, fragrances filled with neurotoxins and pesticides. But what is really inside of your deodorant and anti per spirants and what effects do they actually have on your body? 1.) They contain aluminum This may come as a surprise to most people but if you have ever actually read the label on…

continuously scratching and itching your scalp. But, luckily, the solution of dandruff starts and ends with your shower every day. You don’t have to suffer anymore, as the list mentioned above is your easy access to everything that is the enemy of dry & flaky skin, and fights off dandruff easily. Make this list your go-to for finding out the right products that you want to use on your scalp. Each and every shampoo that has been mentioned above is chosen after extreme consideration and…

stimulates the digestive system, and also is an acclaimed aphrodisiac. As such, it was a popular ingredient in ancient cultures, and in Chinese and Indian medicine. Apart from being a flavourant, Nutmeg Oil is used for oral care, as massage oil, and in skin…

plant that is both a natural sweetener and healer? The Guarani people of Paraguay first found stevia many years ago and used it to sweeten their drinks at first, but later found that it also aids in digestion, heals external wounds and softens their skin. There are many uses for the stevia plant, but it is most commonly used as a no calorie, no side effect sweetener. Treatments range from non-chronic to chronic diseases due to the many properties, some of which are anti-bacterial, anti-fungal,…

the arm which is shaved to prevent the bacterial infection. The area is then cleaned with the special antibacterial agent and covered with sterile drapes to prevent infection. A numbing medication, local anesthetic drug lidocaine is injected into the skin over the blood vessel of the thigh or an arm, keeping the area pain-free. The blood vessel is punctured with a needle and a thin guide wire is inserted into the artery and advanced towards the blocked segment of the coronary artery. Then, a…

inversa and pyoderma fistulans significa. The disease is expressed by a variety of clinical features, and many sites may be involved. It affects apocrine gland-bearing skin; the axillae are most often involved, followed by the anogenital region. Uncommon sites include the areola of the breast, the submammary fold, the periumbilical skin, the scalp, the zygomatic and malar areas of the face, the buttocks, the thighs and the popliteal fossa. Patients affected may present to family physicians,…

If kept uncleaned for a long period of time an atrocious smell may begin to come from the piercing. Dead skin cells, dried shampoo or soap, sweat and dirt build up around the jewelry and inside of the piercing. The combination of grime is known to some as “ear cheese” because of the resemblance the odor has to cheese. Rubbing alcohol and peroxide should never…