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Coenzyme Q10 or CoQ10 refers to an oil-soluble, vitamin-like compound that participates in aeronic cellular respiration. The body generates energy through aeronic cellular respiration. This means, CoQ10 naturally occurs in the body – particularly in the heart, kidney, and liver. Since CoQ10 has been identified by science, it became highly recommended for its many health benefits. Although more research is …

Dandruff occurs when the scalp sheds white flakes. These flakes are actually dead skin cells. Shedding dead skin cells is normal. The cells pushed themselves outwards the skin and scalp and die off. They flake out and go away on their own. But for some, the cell turnover is abnormally fast, shedding becomes persistent. The dead skin cells flake off …

Watercress is a type of semi-aquatic perennial herb that belongs to the Brassicaceae family. It’s native to Europe and Asia. Watercress is regarded as one of the oldest leaf vegetables consumed by human beings. It’s cultivated for its delicate flavor and its powerful medicinal and aphrodisiac properties. Watercress is usually found in moist environments. It thrives in slow-running streams and …

If you are all about healthy eating then you’re no stranger to olive oil. Olive oil is one of the healthiest cooking oils in the world. It’s made by pressing and crushing olive fruits. But did you know olives’ health benefits aren’t concentrated on the fruits alone? The olive tree offers health benefits from its leaves right down to the …

Most health experts recommend daily consumption of fresh fruits to stay healthy. But when fresh fruits are hard to come by, you can always snack on dried fruits instead. Dried fruits are just as healthy as its fresh counterpart. They also offer longer shelf life. Dried fruits make a great snack for people on the go. You can pack them …

Woke up to a zit? No problem. A concealer should cover it up nicely and people will barely notice. But if you look at the mirror and see pimples all over your face, you’d probably panic! Even the most expensive concealer won’t be able to hide that breakout – and it’s not going to be pretty. Acne is a common …

Triphala is a type of herbal remedy used since ancient times in Ayurvedic medicine. It’s mainly used to improve the digestive tract, purify the colon, and improve nutrient absorption in the body. Triphala also contains antibacterial and antifungal properties, protecting the body from most types of infections. Triphala consists of three herbal extracts from Chebulic Myrobalan, Belleric Myrobalan, and Indian …

Aloe vera is a type of succulent plant that belongs to the lily family. This plant is also a close relative to garlic and onions. Aloe vera features fleshy stems and when cut, the stems produce clear, gel-like viscous substance. This substance is often used in beauty and medicinal products for its rejuvenating, soothing, and healing properties. Aloe vera gel …

Angular Cheilitis is an oral condition wherein one or both corners of the mouth are inflamed. A number of things such as fungi or bacterial infection, mannerisms (licking the lips, over-closing the mouth), wearing poorly fitting dentures, syphilis, or poor diet could cause this condition. Angular cheilitis are painful; it makes eating difficult and causes shard pain when opening the …

Heart failure is a serious heart condition wherein the heart loses the power to pump blood all over the body efficiently. It’s the weakening of the heart rate and increasing in pressure that slowly leads to the heart’s deterioration. When blood does not circulate in the entire body, the cells do not get oxygenized. If the body’s circulatory system is …