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The farming activities are dictated by the four seasons and wintertime (when it is often hard to feel inspired) is also their busiest time. For the vegetable farms, a lot of the work at this time is maintenance and preparation, cleaning the green houses, seed trays, mending tools, and planning for the new season. But as soon as the days start to lengthen in spring and the sun appears, they get excited and enthusiastic again, only to be disappointed when the next gale (storm) blows or the rain or freezing fog sets in.

One of the pig farmers said to me that if I really want to get into farming, I must give it all – meaning my time and attention. The rewards come slowly too and at the back end which could take years. He said because unlike other businesses (he mentioned retail and restaurant), it can’t be done by remote-control. In organic farming, one has to work with Mother Nature, not against it (using pesticides, herbicides, GMs, chemicals, etc.) and to work with Mother Nature, one has be present all the time.

The organic farmers I met know every crop in every row of their farms. They know the types and conditions of their soil. They know the breeding history, health and even character of their pigs and chickens on their farms, very much like how parents know their children. When problems arise (and there are many like pests, diseases, molds, injuries, etc.), they are there to see and address them promptly.

The best inspiration I got from my farm visits was hearing these pioneering organic farmers were called crazy and reckless and even ostracized when they started organic farming twenty five years ago. But they didn’t get mad, they got successful.

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We often imagine farms as picture-perfect postcard scenes of rolling hills, fields of beautiful fruits and vegetables, with pigs and chickens ranging happily on big open pastures. This is exactly what I saw recently when I visited some organic farms in England.

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Celiac disease, sometimes called sprue or coeliac, is an immune reaction to eating gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye.

If you have celiac disease, eating gluten triggers an immune response in your small intestine. Over time, this reaction damages your small intestine’s lining and prevents absorption of some nutrients (malabsorption). The intestinal damage often causes diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss, bloating and anemia, and can lead to serious complications. In children, malabsorption can affect growth and development, in addition to the symptoms seen in adults.

There’s no cure for celiac disease — but for most people, following a strict gluten-free diet can help manage symptoms and promote intestinal healing.

SymptomsThe signs and symptoms of celiac disease can vary greatly and are different in children and adults. The most common signs for adults are diarrhea, fatigue and weight loss. Adults may also experience bloating and gas, abdominal pain, nausea, constipation, and vomiting.

Celiac Disease: Symptoms & Diet

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However, more than half of adults with celiac disease have signs and symptoms that are not related to the digestive system, including:

• Anemia, usually resulting from iron deficiency • Loss of bone density (osteoporosis), or softening of bone (osteomalacia) • Itchy, blistery skin rash (dermatitis herpetiformis) • Damage to dental enamel • Mouth ulcers • Headaches and fatigue • Nervous system injury, including numbness and tingling in the feet and hands, possible problems with balance, and cognitive impairment • Joint pain • Reduced functioning of the spleen (hyposplenism) • Acid reflux and heartburn

In children under 2 years old, signs and symptoms include: • Vomiting • Chronic diarrhea • Swollen belly • Failure to thrive • Poor appetite • Muscle wasting

Older children may experience: • Diarrhea • Constipation • Weight loss • Irritability • Short stature • Delayed puberty • Neurological symptoms, including attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, headaches, lack of muscle coordination and seizures

Dermatitis HerpetiformisDermatitis herpetiformis is an itchy, blistering skin disease that stems from intestinal gluten intolerance. The rash usually occurs on the elbows, knees, torso, scalp and buttocks.

Dermatitis herpetiformis is often associated with changes to the lining of the small intestine identical to those of celiac disease, but the disease may not produce noticeable digestive symptoms. Doctors treat dermatitis herpetiformis with a gluten-free diet or medication, or both, to control the rash.

Causes and TriggersCeliac disease tends to run in families. If someone in your family has the condition, ask your doctor if you should be tested. Also ask your doctor about testing if you or someone in your family has a risk factor for celiac disease, such as type 1 diabetes.

Celiac disease occurs from an interaction between genes, eating foods with gluten and other environmental factors, but the precise cause isn’t known. Infant feeding practices, gastrointestinal infections and gut bacteria might contribute to developing celiac disease.

Sometimes celiac disease is triggered — or becomes active for the first time — after surgery, pregnancy, childbirth, viral infection or severe emotional stress.

When the body’s immune system overreacts to gluten in food, the reaction damages the tiny, hair-like projections (villi) that line the small intestine. Villi absorb vitamins, minerals and other nutrients from the food you eat. If your villi are damaged, you can’t get enough nutrients, no matter how much you eat.

Some gene variations appear to increase the risk of developing the disease. But having those gene variants doesn’t mean you’ll get celiac disease, which suggests that additional factors must be involved.

The rate of celiac disease in Western countries is estimated at about 1 percent of the population. Celiac disease is most common in Caucasians; however, it is now being diagnosed among many ethnic groups and is being found globally.

When to see a DoctorConsult your doctor if you have diarrhea or digestive discomfort that lasts for more than two weeks. Consult your child’s doctor if your child is pale, irritable, failing to grow, or has a potbelly and foul-smelling, bulky stools.

It’s best to seek medical advice before trying a gluten-free diet. If you stop or even reduce the amount of gluten you eat before you’re tested for celiac disease, you may change the test results.

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5 foods to increase breast milk production

According to Alicia C. Simpson, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, that herbal supplements and lactation teas should be taken with caution and treated like medication—they may be “natural,” but they aren’t automatically side effect-free. Simpson suggests trying these lactogenic foods and herbs (aka: galatogogues), that have anecdotally, with some research, shown may help increase both the quantity and quality of the breast milk your body makes.

Is my baby getting enough milk? Am I producing enough? For new moms, breastfeeding can feel entirely displacing—and you’re wracked with uncertainty, stress and self-doubt. If you have more questions than answers, or you or your baby are still trying to get the hang of breastfeeding, the first thing to do is to see a lactation consultant—who can help assess whether your supply is indeed low and, if it is, can offer constructive solutions.

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5. Fennel + Fenugreek SeedsBoth the plant and its seed, fenugreek, contain phytoestrogens, Simpson writes, which have long been believed to help milk production along. Simpson recommends going slowly with fenugreek though: “While it is an incredibly popular herb, it is often used incorrectly, at the wrong dose, and with disregard for its side effect. She

continues that people with type 1 or 2 diabetes, heart disease or nut/legume allergies should consult with their doctor before using fenugreek.

How to use it: Go for the whole food! Fennel is delicious raw, tossed simply with good olive oil and balsamic vinegar. It also pairs well with refreshing grapefruit, orange and mint. Its licorice flavour mellows when cooked, making it really good with roast chicken and fish.

Other foods that have potential to boost breast milk production:

Stay away from these 3 Antilactogenic foodsIt’s all well and good to note all the foods that may help boost milk production, but it’s also worth getting to know the short list of items considered Antilactogenic that can decrease milk supply.

1. AlcoholDon’t panic, an occasional glass of wine won’t dry up your supply. Simpson cautions against chronic, long-term alcohol consumption or even one night of heavy drinking, which has been known to result in a rapid drop in supply.

2. Herbs like sage, parsley, peppermint and mentholYou would have to consume large quantities of any of these herbs in order to see an effect on your milk supply, Simpson writes, but keep in mind that these herbs are used to flavor many dishes.

3. ChasteberryAvailable in supplement form, chasteberry is often recommended to breastfeeding mothers who have painful swelling and engorgement. “However, chasteberry acts directly on the pituitary glands and inhibits the secretion of prolactin,” Simpson writes. “When prolactin levels drop, milk supply typically tanks with it,” she continues.

1. BarleyYou may have heard that a tall glass of beer is the key to healthy breastmilk supply, but Simpson notes that research has shown, alcohol can actually inhibit milk production. It’s actually barley, a component of beer, that may be lactogenic. “Barley is the richest dietary source of beta-glucan, a polysaccharide

that has been shown to increase prolactin (known as the breastfeeding hormone) levels in both humans and animals,” Simpson writes.

How to use it: Add whole barley to soups, stews, salads and even risotto. Use barley flakes to make milk, or add it to your homemade bread recipe.

2. Barley MaltWhen grains are germinated, they release malting enzymes, which convert barley into a sweet, syrupy malt, which also contains lactogenic beta-glucan. Barley malt syrup can be found at health and speciality stores. But make sure it’s 100-percent pure, as high-fructose or regular corn syrup is often added to dilute

and sweeten it, Simpson writes.

How to use it: Add barley malt to sweeten chocolate milk made with unsweetened cocoa, or substitute for maple syrup in baked goods.

3. OatsOats are likely the most well-known breast milk makers. “After barley,” Simpson writes, “oats have a higher concentration of dietary beta-glucan than any other food.”

How to use it: Oats are pretty easy to work into your diet—cooked and topped

with fruit, in muffins, cookies or crumbles oats into your diet.

4. Brewer’s YeastHigh in B vitamins, iron, protein, chromium and selenium, brewer’s yeast is routinely used as a nutritional supplement. But unlike beer-related barley and malt, b rewer ’s yeas t has not ye t been studied as a lactogenic food, Simpson writes. Nevertheless, it is commonly recommended as a breast milk booster

and is often found in trendy lactation snacks. One caveat: As brewer’s yeast is super bitter and passes readily into breast milk, it may cause gas and fussiness in some infants.

How to use it: Small amounts can be used in baked goods, or even added into regular pancake batter.

Source: todaysparent.com

• Whole Wheat• Brown Rice• Papaya• Dill• Apricots• Asparagus• Garlic

• Red beets• Sesame seeds• Caraway seeds• Poppy Seeds• Anise seeds• Coriander seeds

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Blurry Vision?Causes and Treatment

irregularly shaped cornea. With astigmatism, light rays fail to come to a single focus point on the retina to produce clear vision, regardless of how far away the viewed object is from the eye. Astigmatism, like nearsightedness and farsightedness, can be corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses or refractive surgery.

PresbyopiaIf you’re over 40 and beginning to experience blurry vision up close, chances are this is due to the onset of presbyopia, a naturally occurring age-related condition. While the symptoms of presbyopia are the same as those caused by hyperopia (blurry near vision; eye strain when reading), presbyopia is a diminished ability to focus on near objects due to hardening of the lens inside the eye rather than a defect of vision caused by the overall shape of the eye like hyperopia.

Causes of Blurry Vision

Myopia or HyperopiaBlurry vision in one eye or both eyes may be a symptom of myopia (nearsightedness), along with squinting, eye strain and headaches. Myopia is the most common refractive error and causes objects in the distance to become blurred. Blurred vision from hyperopia (farsightedness) is when distant objects can be seen sharply but your eyes can’t focus properly on close-up objects or doing so causes unusual eye strain and fatigue.

Astigmatism Blurred vision at all distances often is a symptom of astigmatism. A type of refractive error, astigmatism usually is caused by an

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Blurry vision is the loss of sharpness of eyesight, making objects appear out of focus and hazy. The primary causes of blurred vision are refractive errors — nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism — or presbyopia. But blurry vision also can be a symptom of more serious problems, including a potentially sight-threatening eye disease or neurological disorder.

A qualified eye doctor can measure the extent of your blurred vision and determine the cause with a comprehensive eye exam. Sudden blurry vision that persists could be a sign of a serious health problem, and you should see a doctor immediately.

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Chronic dry eyes Dry eye syndrome can affect your eyes in numerous ways, including blurred and fluctuating vision. While artificial tears (lubricating eye drops) can help, more advanced dry eyes may need a prescription medication or punctal plugs to keep the eye lubricated and healthy.

Pregnancy Blurry vision is common during pregnancy and sometimes is accompanied by double vision (diplopia). Hormonal changes can alter the shape and thickness of your cornea, causing your vision to blur. Dry eyes also are common in pregnant women and can cause blurred vision. While blurry vision is not always serious, in some cases it could be an indicator of gestational diabetes or high blood pressure.

Eye floaters Vision can be blurred by temporary spots or floaters drifting in your field of vision. Floaters typically appear when the eye’s gel-like vitreous begins to liquify with age, causing microscopic bits of tissue within the vitreous to float freely inside the eye, casting shadows on the retina. While a normal part of the aging process, if you see a sudden shower of floaters it could signify a torn or detached retina and you should see your eye doctor immediately.

Blurry vision after LASIKYour vision may be blurry or hazy immediately after LASIK or any other type of refractive surgery. Clarity should improve within a couple of days, but it may take several weeks for your vision to stabilize completely.

Eye drops and medication Certain eye drops, especially medicated eye drops containing preservatives, can cause irritation and blurry vision. In most cases, these side effects can be controlled with artificial tears, prescription dry eye medication or punctal plugs. Also, some medications such as allergy pills can cause side effects of dry eyes and blurred vision. During a comprehensive eye exam, your optometrist or ophthalmologist can advise you whether any of your medications might cause blurry vision.

Over-wearing contact lenses Wearing contact lenses for longer than your doctor prescribed will cause proteins and other debris in your tear film to build up on the lenses. This can cause blurry vision and increase your risk of eye infections.

A More Serious Eye Problem?

Eye conditions and diseasesIf you have sudden blurry vision in one eye and are over 60, you may have developed a macular hole in the part of the retina where fine focusing occurs. Blurry vision also may be a symptom of a detached retina, eye herpes or optic neuritis (inflammation of the optic nerve), among other causes. Certain eye conditions and diseases can cause permanent loss of vision, so it’s important to visit your eye care practitioner for diagnosis and prompt treatment.

CataractsVision changes such as blurred vision or cloudy vision, as well as glares and night “halos,” may be symptoms of a cataract. If unremoved, cataracts can eventually grow so cloudy that they obstruct vision to the point of blindness. But by replacing cataracts with artificial lenses, cataract surgery is very successful in restoring lost vision. GlaucomaBlurry vision or “tunnel vision” may be indicative of glaucoma. Symptoms can include a gradual or sometimes sudden narrowing of your field of vision accompanied by blurred vision at the edges of your field of view. Without intervention, vision loss will continue, and permanent blindness may result.

Age-related macular degeneration A gradual loss and blurring of vision, including distortions such as straight lines appearing wavy or broken, could be symptoms of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of blindness among older people.

Diabetic retinopathy If you have diabetes, unexplained blurred vision may be due to the onset of diabetic retinopathy, a sight-threatening disease that damages the retina of the eye.

Cardiovascular disease and other systemic diseases Blurred vision, often in conjunction with double vision, can be a symptom of an underlying health emergency such as a stroke or brain hemorrhage; or it can be an early sign of multiple sclerosis. If you have sudden blurry vision or double vision, see your doctor immediately. If you have some minor blurring that comes and goes, this could mean simply tiredness, over-exposure to sunlight or eye strain. However, sudden or continuing changes in vision such as blurriness, double vision, tunnel vision, blind spots, halos or dimness of vision could be signs of a serious eye disease or other health problems. If you have sudden changes to your vision, you should always contact your eye doctor immediately.

Source: allaboutvision.com

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The Health Benefits of a Gluten-Free Diet

Keep Avoiding “Processed” FoodsMany foods that are processed and available for purchase contain a lot of gluten, which is essentially unhealthy for you. “Overly-processed foods are bad for you because they contain chemicals, and artificial flavors,” says Christy.

On a gluten-free diet, you would likely eat more fruits and vegetables, just because they are several food sources that are non-starchy, and almost completely gluten-free.

By eating only gluten-free foods, you will also be eliminating unhealthy oils from your diet, as well as unhealthy carbohydrates found in bread products like doughnuts and pastries.

“Eliminating gluten, and eating a gluten-free diet can help reduce your risk of heart disease, certain cancers, and other health-related conditions, like diabetes, if you have a gluten intolerance,” says Christy. “A gluten-free diet can also help your body ward off viruses and germs, just because many of the foods you eat will be full of antioxidants, and essential vitamins and minerals.”

Gluten-Free and Weight LossMost of the foods you consume on a gluten-free diet may help promote healthy weight loss, especially if you eat a well-balanced diet that contains essential protein, carbohydrates, and fat.

“Many of the gluten-free foods available are healthy for you, and can also help you lose weight with the right combinations and proportions of other foods,” says Christy. “Just keep portion size in mind, and be sure to choose gluten-free starches such as brown rice, sweet potatoes, and quinoa.”

Just be cautious when it comes to reading labels. There is a lot of current confusion about the gluten-free world because many packages are now stating that their product is gluten-free; the reality is, they may not be.

Pay attention to the label and beware of replacements. There are always going to be replacements for unhealthy foods that contain gluten with other unhealthy gluten-free varieties. Specifically, a lot of high-carb products, like bread, that contain gluten. Just make sure you know the facts.

Start your gluten-free program today!

A gluten-free diet has become a popular trend in recent months, and some may even consider it to be a “fad.” Gluten-free products are starting to line the shelves at grocery stores, but most people are still in the dark when it comes to the health benefits of a gluten-free diet.

Gluten is basically a special type of protein that is found in foods such as cereals, certain grains, and wheat. One of the main purposes of gluten is to keep the elasticity intact in foods during the fermentation phase of food production. Gluten makes bread “chewy,” and prevents other foods from having a sticky, doughy-like texture.

How healthy is Gluten-Free?With recent increases in people being diagnosed with celiac disease and gluten sensitivity, the idea of a gluten-free diet has been recently researched by physicians from all sides of the nutritional spectrum, including weight loss specialists, bariatric physicians, and dietitians.

A gluten-free diet can have a variety of health benefits, such as improving cholesterol levels, promoting digestive health, and increasing energy levels.

“If you choose to start a gluten-free diet, you are actually eliminating a variety of foods from your diet that are unhealthy,” says Christy Shatlock, lead dietitian for bistroMD. “Fried foods would be off limits, because of the breading, and desserts high in sugar and fat would be removed from your diet completely.”

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Beautiful Skin at Any Age

1. Acne and blemish-prone skinAcne can affect skin at any age from adolescent to adult. It is typically caused by bacterial infection such as dirt and pollution on the skin’s surface, stress, an unbalanced diet, hormonal fluctuations and the overproduction of sebum, which in turn may cause blemishes.

In such cases, a dual approach to clear the skin of acne and prevent scarring helps promote healthy, smooth skin. A good dose of antibacterial and antiseptic ingredients, such as Melaleuca Oil, Willow Bark Extracts, Lavender and Chamomile found in the Derma-E Very Clear Line helps bring balance to the skin, while promoting clearer skin.

Very Clear® Cleanser (AM and PM)removes built-up oil and debris to help unclog pores, reduce redness and irritation, and prevent breakouts.

2. Oily, Active, Urban skinOur active and urban lifestyles today expose our skin to pollution particles and UV rays that can clog pores and cause damage within the cells, result to dark spots, excess oil, acne breakouts, and premature signs of aging on the outside. To better equip our skin, Derma-E Purifying formulas work naturally to draw out toxins, replenish vital nutrients and restore skin’s resistance to oxidative stress.

Purifying Daily Detox Scrub (PM)lifts away micro-pollutants and impurities while promoting oxygenation for a fresh, healthy radiance

The age-old skin care routine of cleansing, moisturizing, and protecting serves as a blanket prescription for everyone. However, when it comes to skin, we all have our specific concerns. These skin concerns and conditions can be uncomfortable, but the right treatment with active herbal ingredients can produce amazing results. Below, we have highlighted some products that may address these 6 common skin concerns:

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5. Combined Puffy Eyes and Dark CirclesWhether the cause is a few long days or too many restless nights, dark circles and puffy eyes can leave you looking and feeling like you’re in a slump. Fat loss under the eye, broken blood vessels, and increased melanin or hyperpigmentation are the main culprits. These cause sensitivity and a heavy creepy appearance, contributing to puffy eyes while also making them appear darker and tired. To brighten tired, dark-circled eyes, skin care solutions with skin-replenishing ingredients and antioxidants will keep skin remarkably hydrated, softened, and smoothed.

Firming DMAE Eye Lift (AM and PM)visibly lifts, firms and tightens the delicate eye area

Even Tone Dark Circle Reducing Eye Cream contains Madonna Lily Plant Stem Cells, Bearberry, Niacinamide, Licorice and Green Tea that help fight discoloration for more a more evenly toned, luminous eye area

6. ScarsAcne scars and discoloration are some of the worst things that could happen on your face. Microdermabrasion is a non-surgical treatment that stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, to help regenerate cells in the damaged parts of the skin. Using microdermabrasion scrub once or twice a week removes dead skin cells from the surface, repairs damages caused by acne, lightens scars, and in some cases, fully restores the skin to the way it used to look.

For better results, applying Scar Gel like a serum on clean skin before your daily and nightly moisturizers can soften red marks, minimize blemishes, and reveal a healthier-looking skin

Microdermabrasion Scrub (weekly)exfoliates and helps in the process of shedding dead skin cells to minimize blemishes; works more effectively when coupled with the Allantoin and Panthenol in Scar Gel to further diminish the appearance of scars

Scar Gel (AM and PM)significantly improves scar texture, color and overall appearance and softens, smooths and encourages healthy skin.

Here’s to healthy, beautiful skin!

3. Normal SkinEnsuring your skin stays clean and hydrated, even in humid weather, is key to staying away from visible signs of aging. Vitamin C, rich in probiotics and rooibos, brightens and reduces uneven skin tone, while supporting collagen health and helps protect our skin against harmful free radicals. This line uses a stable Vitamin C formulation, which allows our skin to reap the full benefits, as compared to other forms of the vitamin, which evaporates or breaks down even before skin can absorb the ingredients.

Vitamin C Micellar Cleansing Water (PM)dissolves long-lasting makeup and impurities, while improving the appearance of skin’s texture and promoting healthy collagen

Vitamin C Concentrated Serum (AM and PM)penetrates deeply to deliver antioxidant protection and essential hydration, minimizes the look of fine lines and wrinkles while improving the appearance of uneven skin tone

4. Fine Lines and WrinklesHydrating, firming, and fighting free radicals are all key to defying signs of aging. Just like muscles throughout the body, the muscles under the surface of the complexion can lose tone. When muscle fibers and elastin lengthen as a result of aging, lifestyle and nutrition, the skin then appears to sag. Dehydrated skin can also appear to droop around the eyes and jawline.

The Firming line addresses loss of skin elasticity with its pro-collagen and pro-elastin formulas. The Age-Defying line is rich in Astaxanthin and Pycnogenol®, which are 500 times and 50 times, respectively, more powerful than Vitamin E in fighting free radicals. These ingredients, infused with oils and vitamins, deliver a highly potent moisturizer that helps refine the skin.

Firming DMAE Moisturizer (AM)addresses loss of elasticity and helps visibly firm, lift and smooth skin as it moisturizes

Age-Defying Antioxidant Night Cream (PM)reverses the visible signs of aging, diminishes the look of skin irregularities and soothes irritation while you sleep

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8 common food allergies

Among children, most allergic reactions to food are caused by peanuts, milk, soybean, tree nuts, eggs, and wheat. The majority of children stop being allergic to foods later on in their childhood. Allergic adults typically react to citrus fruit, nuts, fish, peanuts, shellfish, and wheat.

Any food can cause an allergy. However, just a handful of foods cause at least 90 percent of allergic reactions to food. The substance that causes an allergic reaction in foods or drinks is called an “allergen.”

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Source: medicalnewstoday.com

1. EggLike most food allergies, egg allergy is more common in childhood and about half of children who have it will grow out of it by the age of 3. In a few cases, an egg allergy can cause anaphylaxis, a severe and potentially life threatening allergic reaction.

Three proteins cause egg allergy: ovomucoid, ovalbumin and conalbumin. Cooking can destroy some of these allergens, but not others. So, some people might react to cooked eggs, as well as raw eggs. Occasionally, someone might react to egg because they have an allergy to chicken, quail, or turkey meat, or to bird feathers. This is called bird-egg syndrome.

2. FishFish allergy can often cause severe reactions, including anaphylaxis. Adults are more likely to have an allergic reaction to fish and shellfish than children, which is probably because adults eat these foods more often.

People who are allergic to one type of fish, such as cod, often react to other types of fish, such as hake, haddock, mackerel, and whiting. This is because the allergens in these fish are quite similar. Cooking doesn’t destroy fish allergens. In fact, some people with a fish allergy can be allergic to cooked but not raw fish.

3. MilkAllergy to cows’ milk is the most common food allergy in childhood. A reaction can be triggered by small amounts of milk, either passed to the baby through the mother’s breast milk from dairy products she has eaten, or from feeding cows’ milk to the baby. Children usually grow out of milk allergy by age 3 to 5, but about one-fifth of

children who have an allergy to cows’ milk will still be allergic to it as adults.

The symptoms of milk allergy are often mild and can affect any part of the body. They can include rashes, diarrhea, vomiting and stomach cramps. In very few cases, milk allergy can cause anaphylaxis.

4. NutsAllergy to nuts from trees is usually lifelong. The nuts that are most likely to cause allergic reactions are walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds, pecans, Brazil nuts, pine nuts, macadamia nuts and cashew nuts.

On rare occasions, all these nuts can cause anaphylaxis in people who are sensitive. Sometimes, people with an allergy to one type of nut will also react to other nuts. People with nut allergies should talk to their doctor for advice.

5. PeanutsAllergy to peanuts (also known as groundnuts and monkey nuts) is often lifelong. Peanuts are one of the most common causes of food allergy and can cause severe reactions, including anaphylaxis. They contain allergens that are not destroyed by cooking or roasting.

Peanut allergy can be so severe that very tiny amounts can cause a reaction. Because of this, coming into contact with traces of peanut can be enough to cause a reaction in people who are sensitive. Some people with peanut allergy might also react to other legumes such as soybeans, green beans, kidney beans, and green peas.

6. ShellfishAllergy to shellfish is quite common. Many different types of shellfish can cause reactions in people who are sensitive, including shrimp, lobster, crab, crayfish, oysters, scallops, mussels and clams.

People who are allergic to one type of shellfish often find that they react to other types. Shellfish allergy can often cause severe reactions, and some people can even react to the vapors from cooking shellfish.

7. SulphitesSulphites have been used to preserve food flavor and color, inhibit bacterial growth, reduce spoilage, stop fresh food from spotting and turning brown, and help preserve medication and increase shelf life. However, sulfites can cause allergy-like

reactions (intolerances), most commonly asthma symptoms in those with underlying asthma, sometimes allergic rhinitis (hay fever) like reactions, occasionally urticaria (hives) and very rarely, anaphylaxis (severe allergic reactions). Wheezing is the most common reaction.

8. Wheat allergyWheat allergy is common, particularly among babies. One of the main allergens in wheat is a protein called gliadin, which is found in gluten. Because of this, people with a wheat allergy are sometimes recommended to eat a gluten-free diet.

Food allergies may progress or get better over time. Anyone suspecting they are allergic to a food should consult their doctor for advice.

The most common allergenic foods, also known as the ‘big eight,’ include the following:

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Chia Seeds for Beautiful Skin and Hair

a powerful antioxidant which neutralizes free radicals that cause premature aging. It helps to prevent and repair fine lines, wrinkles, and dry skin, while maximizing collagen production. Vitamin E is also photoprotective, absorbing some UV light and preventing inflammation of the skin after exposure to the sun. It will reduce swelling, redness, and thickening of the skin, while speeding up the wound healing process. Vitamin E also stimulates the growth of capillaries, which increases overall blood flow throughout the body. When vitamin E is massaged directly into the scalp, the increase in blood circulation helps promote new hair growth to come in thicker, stronger, and faster.

2. Omega Fatty AcidsA diet rich in omega-3 fats offers many far-reaching benefits for the heart, brain, and bones. Lesser acknowledged, however, is that both omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids play an important role in the health and appearance of the skin. Topical applications of

We know that eating chia seeds carries some wonderful health benefits – but did you know that you can also incorporate these diminutive black and white seeds into your beauty regimen?

Chia seeds are rife with beneficial compounds that do a body good. Although you can achieve many of these benefits with a diet rich in chia seeds, it is a slow process since foods need to be digested and metabolized before seeing results. Applying chia topically is a much more efficient and targeted way to supply these essential nutrients to the body because the skin is so absorptive. The combination of nutrients in chia seeds has a rejuvenating effect on the outward aspects of beauty, with moisturizing, strengthening, and restorative properties. Here’s why they belong just as much in the bathroom cabinet as they do in the kitchen:

1. Vitamin EA vital element for the maintenance of healthy skin, Vitamin E is

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omega fats provide a more youthful appearance by increasing the skin’s collagen, elasticity and firmness. Omega fats also hold a promising cure for hair loss. Containing 5.05 grams of Omega-3s and 1.65 grams of Omega 6s per ounce, chia seeds are a good source of these polyunsaturated fats. When consumed, omega fats will work their way to the epidermis eventually, but digestive processes can destroy up to 60% of its LA and ALA content. A much more efficient route is to apply them directly to the skin and scalp. Interestingly, topical use of omega fats will also transport them to the rest of the body.

3. ZincZinc is a trace element that is essential for many roles in the body, including normal growth and development, immune function, gene expression, and the stabilization of DNA. It is found in meats, such as beef and lamb, but chia seeds are also a good source, containing a daily value of 12% or 1.3 mg per ounce. Zinc is also an antioxidant and so it has many reparative functions for the skin. Studies on the topical use of zinc on acne, warts, boils, ringworm, rosacea, psoriasis, eczema, alopecia, and dandruff, have shown that this micro nutrient is quite effective at healing and preventing these, and other, skin conditions. It is a key ingredient in mineral sunscreens as well because zinc possesses natural anticancer and photoprotective properties.

4. MagnesiumFound in every cell type in every organism, magnesium is vital to life. And chia seeds are a rich source; each ounce contains 94.97 mg of this mineral. Modern studies have revealed that an abundance of magnesium in the water helps improve moisture levels in dry skin while reducing roughness and redness. Bathing in it is believed to work so well because magnesium is so readily absorbed through the skin.

5. ProteinTo look and feel healthy, our hair needs both moisture and protein. Each strand of hair is made primarily from the protein keratin. When hair is damaged by heat treatments, chemicals in perms or dyes, pollution, or prolonged sun exposure, the scales in the hair cuticles separate, exposing the inner layer of keratin and allowing moisture to escape. Thankfully, dry and damaged hair can be restored to its former glory by adding protein. Protein hair masks smooth and fortify the hair shaft, repairing the scaly cells and making it less brittle and susceptible to breaks. Chia seeds are an excellent source of protein; each ounce contains 4.7 grams.

Chia Seed Beauty Recipes:To achieve all these wonderful benefits, you’ll need to get your hands on some organic chia seeds. Grind up ¼ cup of chia seeds and then soak in one cup of water for about 30 minutes to break them down and create a sort of chia goop. Another option is to purchase pure chia seed oil. It’s great for everyday applications – use a few drops of it directly on your skin, or add 2 to 3 drops to your moisturizer, shampoo, or bath water. Apply the chia goop or oil the face and body, or work it into the hair, massaging it into the scalp from root to tip. Leave it on for at least 10 minutes before rinsing.

Here are some simple and easy ideas for incorporating chia seeds into your beauty regimen:

Hydrating Facial Mask

Strengthening Hair Mask

Exfoliating Body Scrub

Anti-Aging Face Mask

Revitalizing Body Scrub

1 tablespoonchia seed oil

2 teaspoons chia seeds

2 teaspoons chia seeds

1 cup organic sugar

1 teaspoonchia seeds

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2 egg whites

1 teaspoon lemon juice

2 cups green tea

fresh strawberries, mashed

2 tablespoons apple cider

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¾ cuporganic honey

1 cupplain yogurt

½ cup coconut oil

1 tablespoon organic honey

6 tablespoons coconut oil

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Include these nutrient-dense chia seeds in both your diet and beauty regimen to make way for a healthier you!

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5 Clever Beauty Uses for Oatmeal

2. Smooth on a soothing maskOatmeal boasts anti-inflammatory polyphenols that can quell facial irritation, according to research from the Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University. Plus, moisturizing lipids and essential fatty acids help soften the skin.

Try it: Put ⅓ cup oatmeal in a bowl and pour ½ cup hot water on top. Mix, then add 1 tablespoon of honey and 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt. Apply to entire face, avoiding eyes, and leave on for 20 minutes before removing with damp cloth.

3. Scrub your way to radianceOats’ rough, but not hard, texture makes them superb natural exfoliants. Getting rid of dead skin cells leaves your complexion more youthfully radiant. Try it: Mix a small amount of uncooked, rolled oats with warm water in a bowl, massage onto skin, and rinse. Use once daily after cleansing.

4. Gently wash your face clean Saponins, plant-derived molecules that foam, abound in oats, making them a great mild facial cleanser. The goo produced when oats mix with warm water, called mucilage, contains ingredients that help soothe skin—so your face won’t dry out as you cleanse.

Try it: Instead of purchasing an expensive facial cleanser, try this at-home alternative: mix uncooked oats with warm water, slather away, and rinse oatmeal as a main ingredient.

5. Banish your blemishesOatmeal’s cleansing and balancing properties help remove oil, bacteria, and sebum from the skin. And because of the tissue-restoring properties in oats, applying them topically will assist cell repair.

Try it: Simply mix oatmeal with warm water and honey and apply to affected areas. Leave on for up to 20 minutes and rinse.

Oatmeal isn’t just one of the healthiest breakfasts out there—it’s also seriously good for your skin. Oatmeal is a humectant, meaning it helps moisturize skin, and it contains inflammation-quelling compounds. What that means for you: softer, smoother skin in a flash. Try one of these 5 ways to soak in the benefits from head-to-toe:

1. Slip it into a calming bathAccording to the American Academy of Dermatology, oatmeal soaks can help normalize skin’s pH levels, relieving itchy, dry skin. Oatmeal baths are great for persistent eczema, contact dermatitis, and other rashes. But you don’t need a rash to benefit—oatmeal soaks moisturize and soften skin, minus harsh chemicals.

Try it: Grind about a half cup of uncooked rolled oats into a powder with a food processor, then either place ground oats directly into bath water and swirl, or wrap in cheesecloth before dropping into your bath to avoid a messy cleanup.

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