#anti-inflammatory

In the realm of holistic health, the liver is often overlooked, despite its critical functions in the body. This organ, which performs more than 500 vital processes daily, is the powerhouse behind detoxification, digestion, and metabolism. For those seeking to maintain optimal liver health, nature has provided a potent ally: ginger. This humble root, with its warm, spicy flavor and aromatic…

2.1.2023.

Starting February off on a good note with a couple miles this morning. My coach is VERY good at supervising 😂

January -10lbs

I don't expect as big of a loss this month, of course. My inflammation is in check for the moment. I had a mild flare-up this past month, but recovered from it pretty quickly. I know there are those that loathe tracking, but that, coupled with an anti-inflammatory nutrition plan, is the only thing that seems to work for my body. Now I just have to be disciplined and diligent.

Olive oil has been revered for its culinary and medicinal properties for thousands of years. This golden elixir has been a staple of Mediterranean cuisine for centuries and is renowned for its unique flavor and numerous health-promoting properties. Among the different types of olive oil available, extra virgin – cold pressed olive oil stands out as a superior choice due to its remarkable health…

As an avid beauty explorer, I’ve tried a plethora of skincare products over the years. While I try to avoid buying everything and anything that’s hot on trend, I do like to experiment with new and interesting ingredients. Because of this and my battle with hormonal acne, I’ve learned a few difficult lessons along the way that I think could be beneficial for you to know about. Let’s take a look at them! 

1. Choose a basic, reliable cleanser

The more boring a cleanser, the less chance there is of it irritating and inflaming your skin - read that again. No matter your skin type or concerns, make sure to use a gentle, soap-free cleanser that is ideally free of strong active ingredients. It’s better to rely on serums for targeted results as you have better control over how often you use them, whereas a cleanser is a daily step that can lead to unhappy skin in the long run if it’s too aggressive.

2. Aim for anti-inflammatory ingredients

When you get persistent breakouts, it’s really tempting to throw the kitchen sink at your face as a means of getting rid of them. But this, my friends, is a catalyst for even more trouble. Some popular acne-fighting ingredients like tea tree oil are just too strong for lots of people, especially when used in daily products like cleansers. Stick to anti-inflammatory, soothing ingredients like aloe vera, niacinamide and green tea to gently reduce and heal your breakouts without causing the rest of your face to freak out. 

3. Say goodbye to salicylic acid

Salicylic is seen as the holy grail hero for battling breakouts, but unfortunately every time I try to dip my toes into its divine waters my skin is left red, irritated and with more spots than I had in the first place. It’s normal for ingredients like this to cause a skin purge, but instead I get a faint rash across my cheeks and ultra inflamed spots that take forever to heal. If this ingredient works for you then stick with it, but for me it’s time to say adiós and move onto to kinder skincare friends.

4. Less is more when you’re on your period