How long until acne clears up?

How long is this going to take?

We’ve been getting this question a lot lately.

It can be confusing because many acne treatment, including ProOxy, can appear to worsen acne before it gets better!

So you spend money on a treatment for your acne, only to see your acne get worse!

Hardly seems right.

However, this is perfectly normal.

In fact, it should look a little worse before it clears up!

This is for two reasons.

First, an acne treatment that kills the bacteria will trigger an immune response and inflammation in the skin. This is our body’s reaction to dead bacteria, as our bodies need to clear that material out of our skin.

Second, acne cycles typically last 30-90 days. So the acne flair you will have a month from now has actually already started!

So you see, acne is a very dynamic, complex condition.

It’s very possible that it can take 3 months or more, even with good systems like ProOxy, before the skin clears up.

So be patient, and be persistent!

Acne treatment in a six year old?

A little young for facial bleach, don’t you think?

This is crazy.

According to Dermatology Professor Kurt Gebauer,

“I’m treating eight year olds with acne every week – and it’s not uncommon to see six and seven year olds,” says Prof Gebauer, who spoke at an Australian College of Dermatology conference in Sydney.”

He goes on to say that the problem is linked to early puberty, and the corresponding hormonal imbalances that puberty bring.

So far there is nothing controversial in what Gebauer says. Indeed, he correctly points out that oral acne medications, like antibiotics, should not be used in children this young.

However, we think Dr. Gebauer loses the plot a bit when he recommends benzoyl peroxide, prescription antibiotic creams and gels, and prescription retinoids.

He’s wrong.

Why?

Because skin this young is typically well hydrated. Thus, medicines tend to flow through childhood skin much more readily than adult skin.

So those topical antibiotics that are applied to the skin just might be getting into the circulation of the child who uses it.

He goes on to recommend benzoyl peroxide, which as we’ve discussed, is essentially bleach.

Is there an acne treatment for a six year old?

We’d propose using our ProOxy for preteens with acne.

Why?

Because ProOxy is free of antibiotics and harsh chemicals like benzoyl peroxide.

Plus, it’s a complete system for dealing with a complex condition like acne.

Just remember that acne is not a condition that one can simply wipe away. It can take 2-3 months before the underlying infection is fully resolved.

Even then, consistently cleansing the skin twice a day with a gentle, soap-free cleanser is critical.

Diet is also important

Foods with high glycemic index, such as milk, cakes and cookies, and other sweet junk foods are known to trigger spikes in insulin, which in turn can also cause hormonal imbalances.

It’s these imbalances which can trigger acne flare ups.

So it’s not only a good idea to stay away from junk food, it’s may also be a good idea to switch from cow’s milk to almond milk instead.

So while we appreciate Dr. Gebauer’s good intentions, we completely disagree with his recommendations.

The Treatment of Acne During Pregnancy

Finding an acne treatment during pregnancy can be a challenge.

After all, acne is a complex condition, involving hormones, bacteria, and other factors.

It becomes especially difficult during pregnancy because:

Oral contraceptives, while effective at controlling acne, are not to be used during pregnancy
Oral antibiotics are similarly forbidden during pregnancy
Many women feel uncomfortably using bleach (benzoyl peroxide) or aspirin (salicylic acid) during pregnancy (rightly so)

So what are the options for treating acne during pregnancy?

Stick with benzoyl peroxide-free cleansers.
Facial masks are fine as long as they are specifically designed for acne.
Stay away from homemade acne remedies. They don’t work, and they could spread the underlying infection responsible for acne.

Remember, acne during pregnancy is a result of hormonal changes and the stress brought on by the pregnancy itself.

Once the baby is born, your skin will likely return to normal fairly quickly.

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Eye Vitamins: Do they really work?

Eye vitamins.

They’ve been all over the news this week.

Why?

Well, this new clinical study from Germany suggests that certain eye vitamins can slow the development of macular degeneration.

But does it really?

We went ahead and purchased the report. Aside from reading it carefully ourselves, we also shared it with two other colleagues for their insights and opinions.

The Truth behind these eye vitamins

Here are a few facts from the report:

The subjects in the study were all around 60-70 years of age, with active age-related macular degeneration.
Groups 1 and 2 received capsules containing lutein, zeaxanthin, DHA, and EPA. Group 3 took a sugar pill.
Blood levels of lutein and zeaxanthin increased after one month, then remained steady over the next 11 months, as subjects continued to take the capsule every day for 12 months total.
The vitamins caused a huge increase in the person’s antioxidant capacity, or ability to oxidize harmful substances.
The optical density increased after one month, and continued to increase slowly over the remaining 11 months.

Now this last fact is perhaps the most important.

The ocular density of the macular pigment is a measure of age-related macular degeneration. The lower the density, the worse the disease.

What was really interesting is that the macular pigment increased for both groups taking this eye vitamin, while it did not increase for the group taking the sugar pill.

This proves that a combination of lutein, zeaxanthin, and fish oil can reverse macular degeneration.

What’s even more interesting is that the researchers found that the macular density remained relatively constant even after the eye vitamins were stopped. This suggests that the combination caused a change in the eye that is sustainable. But more research is needed to prove this last point.

Regardless, this clearly tells us that if you’re in that 50+ range, and concerned about your eyesight, an eye vitamin formula is a great choice.

Not only can you protect your eyes, but you get the added benefits of taking fish oil, which has anti-inflammatory and other health benefits as well…and for only $1 a day!

AREDS2: The winning formula for macular degeneration

Osteoarthritis therapy: What works?

We were recently chatting with a customer who was looking for a good natural product for pain.

When we asked what specifically it was for, she responded “osteoarthritis in my knee.”

What’s good for this? (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Hmm…

Now let’s be clear about one thing. Osteoarthritis, especially osteoarthritis of the knee, can definitely be a very painful condition. For many patients, only the strongest pain relievers, such as opioids, will work to relieve the pain.

But as many osteoarthritis patients will tell you, they have to limit the amount of pain medication due to their significant side effects.

Part of the problem is that osteoarthritis has long been thought of as a disease of “wear and tear.” And indeed, this is partially true.

However, inflammation is also a hugely important cause of osteoarthritis.

In fact, research has shown that inflammation can be detected in osteoarthritic joints.

So what’s a good osteoarthritis therapy?

Since inflammation is such an important component of osteoarthritis, it stands to reason that an anti-inflammatory which could be taken regularly would be great.

But which one?

Herein lies the challenge. Anti-inflammatories, like diclofenac and naproxen, are not recommended for long-term, chronic use.

So here are three options for you to consider:

Curcumin – We love curcumin! It’s incredibly safe (it’s a spice after all). And, it works very well as an anti-inflammatory. The problem with curcumin is that you need a really good formula to get any benefit from it. Taking it consistently is the best way to get the maximum benefit.

Wobenzym PS – Wobenzym has been used for decades in Europe. What’s really interesting are the studies which show that Wobenzym PS may be as good as diclofenac for the pain associated with osteoarthritis.

Patches – Try using anti-inflammatory patches, like Imbue. Note that Imbue has a medicine similar to aspirin, which is why it’s a good anti-inflammatory. Patches are nice because they avoid the stomach, and they’re perfect for overnight use.

So there you have it!

Remember, osteoarthritis is an inflammatory disease. So taking safe anti-inflammatories on a daily basis can be a good way to reduce pain and slow disease.

AREDS2: The winning formula for macular degeneration

Well, folks, the proof is in.

A simple vitamin supplement can help fight macular degeneration and other eye diseases caused by aging.

We’ve been waiting patiently for the results of the AREDS2 study conducted in Germany, and the results are in.

A short summary of the results are available here. We’ve also talked about this before.

First, a little background.

It’s been theorized that antioxidants can help delay the progression of various eye diseases, such as macular degeneration.

However, it’s been difficult to find a) the exact combination of antioxidants that prevent eye disease, and b) a dose of this combination of antioxidants.

Earlier studies looked at whether fish oil could help prevent eye disease. Unfortunately, those studies didn’t show much of an effect.

Now this study included 172 patients with age-related macular degeneration. So they already had active disease.

The patients were split into three groups:

Group 1 patients received a supplement of 10 mg lutein, 1 mg zeaxanthin, 100 mg DHA, and 30 mg EPA daily.

Group 2 patients received twice the dose of Group 1.

Group 3 received placebo (sugar capsules).

Eye exams were carried periodically during the course of a year while the patients were taking these supplements.

And the results?

Well, the results are quite incredible.

If you’re inclined, take a look at the paper in detail. But we’d like to point you to Figure 5.

Antioxidant formula increases optical density!

The long and the short of it is that this supplement does indeed increase optical density, which is a measure of disease progression.

Fantastic!

Fortunately, many of you have already taken precautions to protect your eyesight with Ocu-Omega. Ocu-Omega is a blend of lutein, zeaxanthin, and omega 3 fatty acids to promote eye health and prevent disease progression.

Plus, Ocu-Omega is less than $1 a day!

So if you have any concerns about your eye health, do take a look at these interesting results, and check out Ocu-Omega today!

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