Archive for July 8th, 2007
July 8th, 2007 -- Posted in Portraits To Art |
Hair Extensions in New York: flaunt the latest style
Hair is the richest ornament of women said Martin Luther, hair is everything some others say and hair is your crowning glory they all say. So ladies what’s your hairstyle, what are the latest fashion and most important are you sporting it? It’s your hairstyle that says how conscious or knowledgeable about the latest fashion besides demonstrating your choice and knowledge of fashion. Anything which is in vogue whether it is about hairstyle, dress, shoes or jewelry does not mean that one has to adopt that. The trick lies in selecting what suits you and what does not, and this is perfectly applicable for hairstyles. Hair extension is one process that you can make use for increasing the length of your hair or the volume of your hair.
Long hair is something that many women wish to have but few are fortunate enough to have this naturally. Hair extension is the perfect solution out of this for any woman. So if you really want to have long hair to go with the evening dress that you have decided to wear for your college reunion, better seek the services of hair extensions in New York from a renowned hair stylist in the city. Now New York is one of the busiest metro cities in the world, so people residing there cannot complain that there are not enough hair stylists that do hair extensions in New York. The local yellow pages are just the perfect source for you to find out about stylists who undertake hair extension in New York for clients.
Remember it is very important to find out an efficient and renowned stylist to do hair extensions for you. The hair is a very important component of your overall look and understandably you will not like to take any chances with this. Make sure that you see the stylist before undergoing the process for a consultation session. Talk to the stylist about the whole thing, whatever doubts or queries that you have in your mind must be clarified before you undergo the process. Hair extension is a complicated process, so you must make sure that the stylist has the experience and the ability to do hair extensions without any hassles. Go for natural hair extensions as opposed to artificial ones. Natural hair always looks better and make sure that the color and texture match your natural hair perfectly.
For hair extensions stylists use certain chemical glue to bond artificial hair with your natural hair. What you have to take care of is to find out if you have any allergic reaction to the chemicals that are used in the glue. If you have any kind of allergic reaction, this can turn out to be really bad for your hair, so be cautious about this. Talk to the stylist in advance and tell him or her about your condition, so that he will use other chemicals to bond the artificial hair. Go for a new hairstyle, you deserve to pamper yourself once a while and what better way to get pampered then going for hair extensions?
Peter Symcox is a professional writer, who has an extensive knowledge of hair extensions and their necessity in the fashion world. He likes to disseminate his knowledge of hair extensions to people suffering from hair loss. To know more about hair extensions in New York,Hair extensions Manhattan, Hair extensions Salon NY visit www.jaiainc.us
Author: Peter Symcox
July 8th, 2007 -- Posted in Portraits To Art |
How to Get Rid of Acne and Acne Scars
For over 20 years, I have worked as a natural herbalist and consumer educatior on natural products. I have also done extensive research in the biologically active ingredients in natural products. I am dedicated to providing consumers with information they can use to make more intelligent purchases.
You can get rid of your acne scars from home or with a product. Here are some things that you can try from home and a great all natural product for acne and blemishes.
Tip #1: Try applying Cocoa Butter to your acne scars. Cocoa butter will help blend the different shades of pigmentation on your face. Try applying it for 4 weeks every night before bed. Palmers makes a great cocoa cream, however you can use the unrefined cocoa butter from your local natural food mart.
Tip #2: Start Massaging Vitamin E into Your Skin. Vitamin E is great for the skin and may aggrevate acne in some people, but will work wonders to remove your scars and blemishes.
However if you are looking for a product at $49.99, Beauty 4 Ashes Christian Health & Beauty’s Mark 11:22 Acne Scar System may seem like a pricey investment to remove your acne scars and blemishes; however, it is worth every penny. For an all natural product that produces the same quality results as comparatively priced synthetic products, such as Philosophy or Proactiv, it gives you success without the use of chemicals. I discovered the Mark 11:22 Acne Scar System 3 months before my wedding date. Plagued by acne scars from youth and weekly breakouts, I needed a quick solution. However, I didn’t want to buy an artificial product ever since I learned many of the acids, chemicals, and preservatives in acne products create health defects. To be benefit, the product actually worked. My skin improved considerably by my wedding date, so much that I needed no concealer and only wore foundation to control shine during photos.
The Magic Ingredients
The “Mark 11:22 Scar System”” contains two parts: an acne scar facial scrub and aloe & lavender scar cream. Both components contain scar and acne removing essential oils such as Patchouli, Bergamot, Lavender, Emu, and Neroli. Not to mention, both parts contain the natural form of salicyclic (BHA), which is white willow bark. These ingredients clean your pores and remove scars. Of course, every acne and scar product claims to do this, but the noticeable difference between Beauty 4 Ashes Scar System and other acne products is the combination and quality of their completely all-natural ingredients. Emu oil alone is touted as a cure for scars, even keloid tissue. But, the scar system doesn’t just include Emu. It has Salicyclic Acid, Emu, Carrot Seed, Lemon, Lavender, Baking Soda, Orange—and all are naturally proven remedies for acne and acne scars. The scrub base is even sugar, which is a natural form of glycolic acid. Their lack of skimpiness on the ingredients, and the quality of their ingredients, simply left me impressed. And, after I saw my results, I was hooked. My skin was softer, more even toned, and less prone to breakouts. After my wedding, I tried to stop buying the product for awhile, to penny pinch, but my skin showed the difference. I now keep a set of the system on hand at all times.
Is it for you?
You truly get what you pay for. They have great customer service, great products, even provide free information about skin care on their site. Of course, you should do your research. I did. I looked at every essential oil included in their products, especially for my own safety. If you want more information, check out their site at wwwdiscoverb4acom
Recommended:
Yes
Amount Paid (US$): 49.99 + tax and shipping
Skin Compatibility: Improved my skin drastically
Fragrance: Great, sweet and nice
Author: Paula Clarke
July 8th, 2007 -- Posted in Portraits To Art |
Latest Teen Drug Trends
According to the study of “Teen drug use and attitudes”, it confirms that Generation Rx has arrived, as an alarming number of today’s teenagers are more likely to have abused Rx and OTC medications than a variety of illegal drugs like Ecstasy, Cocaine, Crack and Meth.
There is dramatic increase in the teenagers who are abusing prescribed drugs. This is Drug Misuse. Drug misuse means, use of any drug (legal or illegal) for a medical or recreational purpose when other alternatives are available, practical or warranted, or when drug use endangers either the user or others with whom he or she may interact.
Nearly one in five teens (19 percent or 4.5 million) report abusing prescription medications to get high and one in 10 (10 percent or 2.4 million) report abusing cough medicine to get high.
Based on the Partnership Attitude Tracking Study (PATS) survey:
· Nearly one in five (19 percent or 4.5 million) teens has tried prescription medication (pain relievers such as Vicodin and OxyContin; stimulants like Ritalin and Adderall) to get high.
· One in 10 (10 percent or 2.4 million) teens report abusing cough medicine to get high.
· Abuse of Rx and OTC medications is on par or higher than the abuse of illegal drugs such as Ecstasy (8 percent), cocaine/crack (10 percent), methamphetamine (8 percent) and heroin (5 percent).
According to the data, an alarming number of teens have a false sense of security about the safety of abusing Rx and OTC medications:
· Two in five teens (40 percent or 9.4 million) agree that Rx medicines, even if they are not prescribed by a doctor, are much safer to use than illegal drugs.
· Nearly one-third of teens (31 percent or 7.3 million) believe there is nothing wrong with using Rx medicines without a prescription once in a while.
· Nearly three out of 10 teens (29 percent or 6.8 million) believe prescription pain relievers even if not prescribed by a doctor are not addictive.
· More than half of teens (55 percent or 13 million) do not agree strongly that using cough medicines to get high is risky.
To reduce this abusive trend, educating the teenagers and their parents is very important. Kids who report learning a lot about the risks of abuse from their parents are up to 50 percent less likely to use drugs as those who do not. Unfortunately, most parents are either unaware or in denial about their kids vulnerability and exposure to the intentional abuse of prescribed medicines.
So it is a preventive act to encourage parents to educate themselves about the medications kids are abusing, communicate with their kids about the difference between good medicine and bad behavior and to safeguard their own medications – and ask their friends to do the same.
In addition to press outreach and public relations efforts, components of the campaign will include highlighting the risk of intentional abuse to Prescribed medicines on Television, Radio, Magazine and Newspaper is also helpful in reducing drug misuse.
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Author: GreenDot
July 8th, 2007 -- Posted in Portraits To Art |
Diabetes Nutrition - Diabetics Should Take Nutrition Advice From Primitive Man
Diabetics should eat the same diet as their primitive ancestors. This is the conclusion of a recent study into diabetes nutrition at Lund University in Sweden. Research by the university’s Department of Medicine has concluded that type 2 diabetics could benefit from basing their diet around fruit, vegetables, nuts, lean meat and fish; avoiding the western staples of dairy products and refined fats. ‘
This unique study into diabetes nutrition began with the observation that the populations of places like Papua New Guinea and the Trobriand Islands have a very low incidence of diabetes, as well as heart disease. This is thought to be because these communities have little access to modern western foods, and their diets are similar to that of primitive man.
Comparison of western and primitive diabetic meals
This observation was followed by a controlled study into diabetes nutrition, which compared two groups following a tailored diabetic meal plan. One group maintained a western diet, eating what are currently considered healthy foods for diabetics, including low fat dairy products, whole grain foods and refined fats such as olive oil.
The second group followed a ‘Palaeolithic’ diet of lean meat and fish, root vegetables, fruit and nuts, and avoided the grains and low fat dairy products usually considered to be good foods for diabetics, as well as avoiding salt and fat.
Primitive diet is the best food for diabetics
Results of the trial showed that the group eating the Palaeolithic diet experienced a much lower increase in blood sugar in response to carbohydrates, than the group that were following a western diet. This is the first study into the suitability of primitive foods for diabetics, and does not at this stage replace the following general advice on diabetes nutrition.
Established advice on diabetes nutrition still stands
Long standing research into diabetes nutrition still recommends that diabetics take the following steps:
1. Build your diabetic meals around starchy foods such as rice, pasta and potatoes which have a low glycaemic index and release glucose slowly into the bloodstream.
2. Look at your cooking methods, and try to replace frying and roasting with grilling, steaming, poaching or baking.
3. Fruit and vegetables are great foods for diabetics, but do not use fruit juice to quench your thirst as this can increase your blood sugar very rapidly. If you are thirsty try drinking water instead.
4. Sugar doesn’t need to be completely avoided, but you should be aware of the amount of sugar in foods and the effect on your blood sugar. Replace some sugar with artificial sweeteners, and if you have a sweet tooth look out for special diabetic chocolates and confectionery.
5. All fats and oils are high in calories, although monounsaturated fats such as olive oil and rapeseed oil are healthier than saturated fats such as butter. Your diabetic meal plan should limit fatty foods such as processed meats, pastry, crisps, chocolate, cakes and full fat dairy products.
Having diabetes should not mean you have to cut out all your favourite foods. As long as you eat healthily and only indulge in moderation, you can maintain a safe blood sugar level and lead a normal happy life. Ask your doctor for advice on your diabetic meal plan, but if your options look a little uninspiring try a diabetic cooking magazine for more interesting dishes
Lisa Janse is a professional writer specialising in health topics. You can read more practical and interesting facts about Diabetes Nutrition and Diabetes Medicine at http://www.sugardiabetes.net
Author: Lisa Janse
July 8th, 2007 -- Posted in Portraits To Art |
Antioxidants and the Fight for Youthful Skin
We hear about antioxidants all the time. But what role do they play in our health, and how can they actually prevent the ravages of aging?
Aging and Oxidation
Almost all the processes that cause your skin to “age” stem from oxidation. The vast majority of these processes occur because your skin has been exposed to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays. Ultraviolet light creates “free radicals” in your skin cells. These are extremely reactive chemicals that zap the first things they come in contact with, even if that’s the DNA in your skin cells’ chromosomes, or the tender walls of your skin cells. The result can be mutation or even death for a cell.
Skin naturally contains a host of antioxidants—substances such as vitamins A, C, and E, and coenzyme Q—that stop this damaging process in its tracks. These antioxidants neutralize free radicals, protecting your skin from the ravages of sunlight-induced aging. The problem, however, is that we expose ourselves to immeasurably more sunlight than our skin’s natural antioxidants are capable of neutralizing. Exposure often is greatest when we are children. In fact, many scientists believe most of the cellular damage that lays the groundwork for wrinkled, sagging, “aged” skin in late middle age occurs by the time most of us are eighteen years old!
Prevention
Even with excessive sun exposure in your past, you can prevent and treat the effects of aging on your skin. Recent advances in medical research have revealed a host of ways by which you can counter the challenges of UV-induced oxidation. Use of antioxidants underpins all other treatments in the successful battle to reverse the damage your skin has accumulated over the years.
The first step in preventing age damage and reversing existing aging starts with a good diet. Skin must be replenished from within to lay the foundation for all other treatments. Key components of a healthy diet:
Eat plenty of green, leafy vegetables and red and yellow vegetables
Increase your consumption of whole grains and nuts
Cook with vegetable (preferably olive) oil
Eat lots of fruit
Only by consuming proper amounts of these foods can your body obtain sufficient levels of vitamins A, C, and E, as well as many other antioxidants.
Also, commit to keeping out of the sun. Wear broad-brimmed hats and wrap-around sunglasses that screen out UV. Also use appropriate sunscreen for your face and body. A broad-spectrum sunscreen that explicitly says it protects against UVA is the best, as the “A” spectrum of ultraviolet light creates oxidative “free radicals.”
Treatment
High-end skin treatments with scientifically design formulations contain the same natural antioxidants you’ll find in a healthy diet, with deep penetration into your skin. Between what you apply directly to your skin and what your bloodstream supplies from what you’ve eaten, your skin can begin not only to prevent further damage, but even undo past damage.
The principle of supplying “reinforcements” to your skin both from within and from surface applications goes beyond vitamins. Recent research has shown that several natural polyphenols in green tea are effective in preventing UV-induced inflammation as well as in preventing mutations created by UV. And these substances are effective both when you drink green tea and when you apply them to your skin in certain formulations that permit optimum absorption. The same holds true for phytic acid, a powerful antioxidant occurring naturally in whole grains, nuts, and legumes. This acid’s antioxidant and even anticancer activities appear to be effective not only when you consume healthful amounts of whole grains, etc., but also when the substance is regularly applied, in appropriate formulations, to the skin.
About The Author:
Paul Vu is from Aneka Inc. Anek Inc. is Manufacturer and seller of cosmetic products, Anti-Aging solutions like Moisturizers, Exfoliators, Cellular serums, cosmetic Treatments, Face Care products, Cleansers, Moisturizers, Body Sun Care, skin products. For more Cosmetic information, Please visit www.anekainc.com.
Author: Paul Vu
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