Published by xblogger January 14th, 2008
in General.
For years, nutrition experts have been advising us to avoid foods containing trans fats because of their link to an increased risk of heart disease because they lower your good cholesterol (HDL) and raise your bad cholesterol (LDL).Palm oil, on the other hand, increases the good HDL cholesterol levels while having a neutral to beneficial effect on the bad LDL cholesterol levels, thus promoting cardiovascular health. Furthermore, palm oil is a nutrient dense oil containing many potent antioxidants including beta-carotene, a precursor of vitamin A and tocotreinols, a potent form of vitamin E.
Palm oil is used as a cooking oil, in baking, for frying foods as it can resist high temperatures and does not produce unpleasant smells. It is also used to make margarine and as a component in many processed foods.
So when you see palm oil on a food label when shopping, do not hesitate. You now know it’s a good for your health!
Published by xblogger January 9th, 2008
in Medical condition.
Dry and sensitive skin conditions are commonly seen in patients who suffer from eczema, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis and photoaging.
Some medications prescribed for acne (such as retinoid) or wrinkles can also cause dry skin. Development of microfissures and cracks in the skin in dry skin conditions can serve as portals of entry for skin pathogens, irritants and allergens. Another characteristic that often present is itchiness or pruritis. Scratching due to pruritis often worsens the condition .
Common aggravating factors:
1. The use of soaps, detergents and solvents
2. Long periods in water (especially baths and chlorinated swimming pools)
3. Antiseptics and perfumed products such as bubble baths
4.Wool and nylon
5.Fragrances in cleansers, moisturizers
6.Substances causing allergic contact dermatitis (e.g rubber and nickel)
7. Stress
Patients are advised to avoid any aggravating factor. Special skin care regimen (with medication, if necessary) is important to manage this condition. Aqueous cream and sorbolene cream are great moisturizers. They are non-medicated and can be used as soap substitutes.
