Green Health

What to Consider before Buying Sunglasses

You may think the only thing you need to worry about when buying sunglasses is the style of frame or the color of tinting.  But actually, there are other important characteristics of effective sunglasses that need to be considered. Ultraviolet radiation can harm all parts of the eye, including the eyelid skin, conjunctiva, sclera, and cornea.  That means that the whites of your eyes need protection, too.  Here are some things you'll need to keep in mind when you look for sunglasses. Ultraviolet Light Ultraviolet, or UV, radiation is that portion of the light spectrum that is beyond the shortest wavelength of visible light (which is violet).  It can damage the human eye, which is why sunglasses are important.  There are three types of UV light: UVA, UVB, and UVC. UVA light is somewhat controversial - experts differ in their opinions regarding its role in harming the eyes, although it is universally accepted that UVA rays are what accounts for skin damage.  If you are concerned about preserving your eye health, however, you may want to err on the side of caution and consider getting sunglasses that also block UVA light. UVB light is the main culprit in eye damage done by ultraviolet light.  UVB ...

Sunscreen Danger – What’s In Your Sunscreen

You put on sunscreen because it is important for your skin's health, right?  In this day and age of skin cancer, most of us have been taught to wear sunscreen daily, especially on our faces, in all weather and all seasons.  Lately, however, some concerns have been raised regarding the safety of the sunscreen itself.  Just what's in that sunscreen, and is it safe? Cancer For years we have been told that exposure to ultraviolet rays from the sun can cause skin cancer.  Ironically, though, moderate sun exposure may actually prevent the development of certain types of cancer, and the chemicals in sunscreens may increase your risk of skin cancer. One of the concerns is that certain chemicals in sunscreens produce free radicals, and the formation of free radicals is strongly implicated in cancer.  Free radicals cause cellular damage, and cancer is, essentially, the proliferation of damaged cells. Chemicals of Concern * Titanium oxide is a reflective substance that is not absorbed by the skin, which is why it has historically been used alongside zinc oxide as a sunscreen.  However, according to the International Agency for Research on Cancer, titanium oxide may be a human carcinogen. * Nanoparticles are extremely small versions of chemicals like titanium ...

Natural Skin Care for Acne

If you’ve been trying to treat your acne for a long time, you’ve probably already felt the pain in your wallet.   Acne can make you feel awful and can put a real dent in yourself esteem.  This is made even worse when you’re let down over and over again by yet another “miracle” product. You don’t need to spend a fortune to treat your acne.  In fact, many mainstream acne treatments make the problem worse and can even be harmful to your overall health. Instead try some natural options to help alleviate and even get rid of your acne once and for all. Here are our top tips: Healthy Diet: A healthy diet is the very best thing you can do for your acne.  Sugar is deadly for acne sufferers.  It has been proven to cause an inflammatory reaction in the skin which makes acne worse (or even helps it develop in the first instance).  Reduce or better yet remove all sugar from your diet and you will see a difference in your skin. In addition to getting rid of sugar, eat a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables.  Opt for an array of colors so that you can get the most antioxidant power in ...

What to Do About Your Fungal Infection

One of the most common conditions that people complain about are fungal infections.  This occurs when parasitic fungal organisms start to colonize on your skin causing a number of negative and unwanted effects.  The more common spots where fungal infections occur on the body is the areas of the groin and the feet since they are both warm and moist areas of your skin.  If the fungal infection is assaulting you for the first time it may be gotten rid of quite easily with normal over the counter drugs that you can pick up at a local drug store.  There is an assortment of different creams you can try along with tea tree oil, which has very good results when used.  It has a low price and requires only a small amount of effort. A common fungal infection that almost everyone has heard of or been afflicted with is athletes foot.  It is a very common fungal infection to attract if you visit any sauna's, steam rooms or if you participate in yoga.  This infection is very common among men of all ages, barely effects woman and it even more rare with children.  Therefore, if you are going to be visiting ...

Curing Dandruff Naturally

While chemical shampoos may temporarily cure your dandruff, they also sit on your scalp and seep into your body.  So why deal with all those synthetic substances when you can get rid of your dandruff safely, effectively, and naturally? The key to treating dandruff is realizing what it is.  All dandruff is flaky skin from your scalp.  It can be dry or oily, depending on the cause.  The problem with treating it is that you can’t smear lotion medications on your scalp or you’re going to be left with greasy flat hair. The first step in treating dandruff is to have good hair care habits and hygiene.  Try washing and brushing your hair more regularly.  This promotes good scalp circulation and help slough off old dead skin cells.  While it may mean some extra time getting ready in the morning, it may be all you need to cure your dandruff. If your dandruff is a little more difficult to get rid of, you can try these natural topical treatments. * Fenugreek Seed. Soak the seeds overnight in water.  In the morning, grind the seeds into a paste and apply it to your scalp.  Allow it to sit for about an hour then rinse with ...