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Lacidofil® Probiotics Reduces Child Atopic Dermatitis

A randomized placebo-controlled trial showed the benefits and synergistic effect of Lacidofil®, a probiotics preparation from Institut Rosell-Lallemand, and emollient treatment on young children with atopic dermatitis (AD) and cow milk allergy. ...More
2 days ago
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Controversy Over Probiotics for AD

Mixed results over probiotics’ benefit on atopic dermatitis (AD) are stirring. Studies suggest probiotics stabilize the intestinal barrier function, is involved in the pathogenesis of AD, and decrease gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms in children with AD. ...More
2 weeks ago
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Vitamin D Clears Up Psoriasis

DUBLIN—Narrowband UV-B effectively increased serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25(OH)D] levels while clearing psoriasis, according to a prospective controlled study during October 2008 to February 2009 (Arch Dermatol. 2010;146(8):836-842). A total of 30 consecutive patients with ...More
3 weeks ago
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Sixth Sense: Skin—Marketing and Munching

Marie Spano, M.S., R.D., a nutrition communications expert and food industry consultant; and Maryellen Molyneaux , president of The Natural Marketing Institute (NMI), gave same tips on how to approach healthy skin via nutrition, and insights on the skin health market and ...More
July 29, 2010
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Danisco's Probiotic Wards Off Atopic Dermatitis

Danisco’s Bi-07™ probiotic strain demonstrated beneficial immunological effects on child atopic dermatitis (AD)—eczema—in an independent, double blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study conducted by the University of Copenhagen. ...More
July 29, 2010
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Rosacea Series: Licorice—A Sweet Solution For Rosacea and Melasma

Licorice extract, Glycyrrhiza glabra, is considered one of the many natural compounds that act as a skin brightener when applied topically. It also serves as an effective remedy for skin conditions such as acne and rosacea. ...More
July 26, 2010
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Rosacea Series: Turmeric—More than Just Another Pretty Spice

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a wonderful natural treatment for rosacea, acne and several other common skin conditions. It has been used in medieval Europe, India and other countries for myriad topical preparations and has found its way into fragrances as a natural additive. ...More
July 8, 2010
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Beauty at What Cost? Preserving without Preservatives

Methylisothiazolinone (MIT), a biocide, is pervasively used in cosmetics, shampoos and other personal care items as a preservative. In the last decade researchers are uncovering negative side effects to MIT such as skin allergies and damaged nerve tissue. ...More
June 22, 2010
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Study: Botanicals for Skin, Hair Care

A review on controlled clinical trials with botanicals in the treatment of acne, inflammatory skin diseases, skin infections, UV-induced skin damage, skin cancer, alopecia, vitiligo and wounds suggested, “Clinicians should not only be informed of the beneficial effects, but ...More
June 22, 2010
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Probiotics Improve Atopic Dermatitis

According to a paper recently presented at the New York Academy of Sciences symposium, “Probiotics: From Bench to Market”, held on June 11, 2010, two probiotic strains significantly improved atopic dermatitis, which affects 17.2 percent of the U.S. population. ...More
June 15, 2010
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