Cosmetic and Personal Care Choices: What to Avoid and Why As cancer rates rise, it’s crucial to pay closer attention to the cosmetic and personal care products we choose. Our understanding of skin health has advanced significantly, and it’s important to debunk the myth that certain substances can penetrate the skin more deeply than we once believed. This enhanced absorption of chemicals can have long-term detrimental effects on our immune and hormonal systems, as well as our skin. For those already
3 Simple Tips to keep your Skin Firm and Glowing after 40 As we age, particularly after 40, maintaining a radiant complexion becomes increasingly important. Here are three straightforward yet highly effective tips to help prevent and reduce the visible signs of aging. After the age of 35, our skin's cellular turnover begins to slow down, leading to a dull complexion, skin congestion, and the emergence of fine lines. To combat this, it's essential to exfoliate your skin at least once a week. We
Looking for that perfect something for your fitness-loving friend or family member? With a new year on the horizon, fitness gifts are the perfect way to show someone you care about them and their personal growth. Below is a list of 40 of the trendiest and useful gifts that can be used during exercise performance or to enhance your fitness routine. Mix and match your favorite fitness items this season to create the ultimate personalized gift for someone you care about!1. Dumbbells2. Muscle Massager3. Gym
Are you getting enough of the sunshine vitamin during the winter? During this long, cold season, many people become deficient in this essential nutrient due to a decrease in sunlight exposure and the general lack of vitamin D in the American diet. So why is it especially important to supplement vitamin D during the winter season? Let’s start at the basics… What is Vitamin D? Popularly known as the “Sunshine Vitamin,” vitamin D is a unique nutrient in that our bodies naturally create it when exposed
Popular today in the natural products industry is a supplement known as SAM-e. You may have recently seen it at your local vitamin store or read about it in nutrition blogs. The SAM-e buzz is growing as much excitement has built up over its potential wellness benefit.What is SAM-e? S-Adenosyl Methionine or SAM-e is a naturally occurring compound found throughout the body. It is involved in many important processes including the synthesizing of certain chemicals such as melatonin and dopamine.** SAM-e
Twenty-four seniors at Farmingdale High School signed their letters of intent on December 2, 2019 to signify their commitment to college sports teams. The seniors gathered in the lecture hall of Farmingdale High School, where they were joined by family members, coaches, Principal Dr. Samuel Thompson, Assistant Principal Jed Herman, Director of Athletics Jeanne Berkoski, and Assistant Superintendent Glen Zakian. The Farmingdale athletes who participated in the signing play lacrosse, baseball,
