Clinical Blogs
Why do you need to consider taking Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)?
Why do you need to consider taking Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)? An antioxidant essential in providing energy to our cells. When we age (over 30years old), CoQ10 level in our body starts to decrease. Who will benefit from CoQ10? If you want to improve your heart health… It has been shown to be beneficial to those who have heart failure and high blood pressure CoQ10 protects brain and nerve cells against oxidative damage… It helps with those who suffer from degenerative diseases of the brain like Alzheimer’s CoQ10 is great for skin health… It’s super anti-aging effect helps you to maintain...
How to prevent kidney stones?
One of the most common kidney conditions is nephrolithiasis (also commonly known as kidney stones). It is an extremely painful experience. Men have a greater risk than women in developing kidney stones – around 4 times as many. 1 out of 10 people will develop kidney stones in his/her lifetime. What are the risk factors for developing kidney stones? Dehydration Not drinking enough water daily Eating diet high in protein and salt Being obese Holding in urine How to prevent from getting kidney stones? Keep yourself well hydrated with water. Drink about 2 Litres (about 8 glasses) of pure water...
Topical Treatment options to “Sweat less”
Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) is a disorder that describes a person who sweats more than the body would normally need to maintain optimal temperature. About 3% of our population is being affected and about 1/3 of this group have a severe form of this disorder. Studies indicate that hyperhidrosis greatly impacts the quality of life similar to or even worse than severe acne or psoriasis. There are 2 types of hyperhidrosis: Primary hyperhidrosis which has an unknown cause. It affects localized areas such as underarms, hands, feet, and face. Secondary hyperhidrosis is caused by other underlying medical condition or medication. Topical...
Frankincense Essential Oil
Boswellia carteri Frankincense Essential Oil
One of the precious and beneficial essential oils - Frankincense oil has a spicy, sweet and balsamic aroma. It is originated form the Boswellia carteri trees. It has many health benefits including calming and relaxing properties. It helps to overcome stress. It can be diffused or diluted and apply topically. Using in aromatherapy, it helps to bring the mind a sense of peace, increasing inner strength. Frankincense oil is also very beneficial to skin when being diluted and applied topically. Frankincense oil helps to improve dry skin and regenerate skin cells so it helps to improve aging (wrinkled) skin. That’s...
Magnesium and You
Magnesium is one of the essential minerals and cofactors in our body. It involves in more than 300 biochemical reactions including energy production, production of protein, cell signalling, transmission of nerve signals, macronutrient metabolism, bone formation, etc. Up to 80% of the Americans are suffering from magnesium deficiency. Magnesium deficiency has been associated with increased risk of heart disease, osteoporosis, high blood pressure, and Type 2 diabetes. Current agricultural practices have significantly depleted the soils and nutritional values in our food including magnesium. In addition, the processed foods that we eat further deplete this mineral from our bodies. In regards...