Because September is Healthy Aging Month, I thought it would be a good time to introduce you to an amino acid that is being touted as a longevity supplement. Its name is ergothioneine and it was discovered over 100 years ago. But it's just now being researched for its anti-aging benefits. The body does not make ergothioneine. The highest amounts are … [Read more...]
Celery Juice
Love it or hate it, celery juice is one of the healthiest things you can drink. And if you hate it … don’t stop reading. I’ll share ways to cover the flavor so that you can get it down. Celery is high in antioxidants, vitamins, magnesium and potassium. Some people think celery juice is a miracle drink. There have been reports of people recovering from longtime ill … [Read more...]
Micro-coring … could it replace a facelift?
A few weeks ago I mentioned something that I was going to write about called micro-coring. I teased about it being a facelift without surgery, which I think many of us are looking for. From my research thus far, nothing is going to replace a facelift. But many things can help stave it off. And for those who don’t want to have surgery … [Read more...]
At-home devices … are you a gadget junkie?
I have to admit, I have always been fascinated with at-home devices. This goes back to my teenage years when I was old enough to order through the mail - by myself with my own hard-earned money. And I remember my first at-home device. It was a steamer to replace ironing. It was going to solve all my problems. I was, and still am, the … [Read more...]
Are high-frequency wands worth it?
Have you heard about high-frequency wands? I hadn’t until a few years ago when a friend was visiting. She told me how she was using this device for her acne-prone skin. She also said it had other benefits, but wasn’t exactly sure what they were. Turns out it was a high-frequency wand, and it was pretty inexpensive, so I ordered one. I think I paid $35 bac … [Read more...]