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HEALTH IN THIS MONTH’S EDITION
5 HEALTH AND WELLNESS MYTHS BUSTED
THE HEALTH DIARIES DISCOVER THE FODMAP DIET
ALSO INCLUDED IN THIS EDITION LATEST HEALTH NEWS TRADITIONAL PLANT MEDICINE AND OVERALL HEALTH HOW BEING STRESSED AFFECTS YOUR SKIN INTUITIVE EATING: WHAT IS IT? WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR DURING THE SUMMER SEASON ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT GUT HEALTH AND A LOT MORE!
AUGUST 2022
Dear Readers, Welcome to the August edition of Newgate Health - the monthly magazine that brings you the latest news in the health and wellness world. Our previous issues were a success and we are happy to be back this month with new and interesting content to share with health and wellness enthusiasts. For this August 2022 edition, the Newgate team has worked hard to bring you the most original and interesting articles on everything health and wellness, including the ins and outs of staying safe from the heat this summer, everything you need to know on gut health, the therapeutic effects of various traditional medicinal plants, especially in regards to mental health. You’ll find a range of topics that will hopefully motivate you to hop on the health train with us! In this edition, we also want to give you insights on the practice of intuitive eating as well as breaking common health and wellness myths that you might not know of! You will also find in this edition articles on the effects of stress on skin quality and a quick run through of the FODMAP diet, in addition to our monthly health and wellness news update. As always, we thank all our readers for their interest and valuable feedback, and we look forward to your continuous engagement with our magazine. If you enjoy this magazine, feel free to share it with your friends and colleagues, and any feedback is always welcome. The Newgate Health Team
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SUMMER IS HERE What to look out for this season
The mercury has finally risen after what seemed like an endless winter. So it's time to get outside, visit the beach, and go swimming. One thing that frequently goes unnoticed in the thick of the heat and all the outdoor activities. In the summer, you take care of yourself in that manner. You don't want to spend one day basking in the sun and the next day getting sick because you neglected your health during summer. You may get ready for the summer in a variety of ways so that when it does arrive, you won't feel under-hydrated, ill, or have problematic skin. There are numerous health advantages to sun exposure. Your body may manufacture several hormones that assist in regulating bodily functions due to the various radiations that come from it, including UV-A and UV-B.
It boosts the immune system All of these advantages of the sun can work together to enhance immune system performance and the general health of your body. It has been demonstrated that exposure to the sun's rays in moderation helps prevent serious illnesses like cancer.
It improves the skin The body's increased production of vitamin D as a result of exposure to sunlight has effects beyond mental wellness. Since Vitamin D boosts your cells, it can also benefit the health of your skin and bones. So, while excessive sun exposure is bad for you, moderate sun exposure is great for your skin.
Sun exposure has a lot of advantages, but too much of it can be harmful to your health.
Sunburn Sunburn, which happens when your skin overheats in the sun and becomes damaged, is the most noticeable type of solar damage. Over time, the sun's radiation can degrade and even alter your cells.
Vision problems Your vision could deteriorate over time if you spend a lot of time in the sun without wearing enough eye protection. The sun may burn your eyes and harm the delicate cells inside of them, just like it can your skin. Along with disorders that cause early-onset blindness such as macular degeneration, excessive sun exposure can play a role in the development of cataracts. Here are some of the ways to take care of yourself this summer:
Stay hydrated Water is crucial no matter the weather. The need for extra water increases throughout the summer. The body can easily become dehydrated due to heat and sweating. Drinking adequate water is crucial for this reason. If you prefer infused water to plain water and find that it helps you feel more refreshed, try it.
Eat healthy Your digestive system may have a difficult time handling oily food. You should consume more fruits and salads. Because they are abundant in water, fruits and vegetables will keep you hydrated during the summer. diet strong in antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids are also recommended. The first step to a healthy summer is to watch what you eat.
Stick to the shade When you're out and about, find a great tree to relax beneath if you truly want to cool off. Thanks to a process called transpiration, the shade from trees is actually cooler than the shade from buildings and other man-made structures. A tree regulates its internal water flow and releases moisture into the atmosphere to keep both the air around it and itself cool.
Don’t forget sun protection A sunblock is a need! Never skip it. No, not even during the daytime indoors. In addition to preventing burns, sunscreen will shield you from the sun's dangerous rays, which can lead to skin cancer, brown spots, and wrinkles. Put on at least SPF 30. Apply sunscreen again every two to three hours if you plan to be outside in the sun.
Take a dip in the ocean All of the essential components, vitamins, mineral salts, trace elements, and amino acids are found in the ocean, which is, incidentally, a pretty good reason to use sea salt in our diet rather than "table" salt. Sea water is bacteriostatic, and saltwater has long been known for its purifying and therapeutic effects. Naturopaths think that taking a seawater bath directly affects long-term health issues. They hold the view that cooling sea water soothes frazzled nerves and tranquilises the entire body. Similarly, they think that swimming in warm sea water during the summertime increases circulation and eases muscle tension.
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GUT HEALTH ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW
What is gut health and why is it important? Gut health isn’t just about good digestion; it’s essential for our overall health and wellbeing. You may have heard the term "gut health" and wonder what it means – surely a healthy gut is just one that digests your food effectively? While this is true, gut health has an impact on the health of your entire body, with increasing evidence suggesting healthy gut bacteria is important for our mental health as well as an effective immune system. Our gut breaks down the meals we eat into a functional form that can enter the bloodstream and go where they are needed in the body. Unfortunately, things can go wrong at several stages in this process, from serious digestive diseases to food intolerances, causing problems with how our body extracts nutrients from food. But what happens when our guts become unhealthy, and how can we maintain a healthy balance?
Signs of good gut health A healthy gut can be measured in a number of ways. This can be from how often we go to the loo to pass a stool to the time it takes for food to transit through the body. Everybody is different, but it is considered normal to go between three times a day and three times per week. Very slow or very fast transit time can indicate something isn't right with digestion.
Signs of bad gut health Gut health problems can occur for a variety of reasons, but the following are the most common warning signs: bloating, loose stools, constipation, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting. Other, slightly more obscure symptoms may not seem like they have much to do with gut health, but can actually be strong indicators that something is wrong: Fatigue and poor sleep, skin irritation and bad breath (halitosis).
How to support gut health There are several ways you can give your gut a helping hand and promote good gut health. Let’s have a look at the microbiome—the gut’s healthy bacteria.
Microbiome Each person has an entirely unique network of microbiomes. The microbiome consists of microbes that are both helpful and potentially harmful. Most are symbiotic (where both the human body and microbiota benefit) and some, in smaller numbers, are pathogenic (promoting disease). In a healthy body, pathogenic and symbiotic microbiota coexist without problems. But if there is a disturbance in that balance—brought on by infectious illnesses, certain diets, or the prolonged use of antibiotics or other bacteria-destroying medications—dysbiosis occurs, stopping these normal interactions and disrupting the balance. As a result, the body may become more susceptible to disease.
The role of probiotics If microbiota are so vital to our health, how can we ensure that we have enough or the right types? You may be familiar with probiotics or perhaps already use them. These are either foods that naturally contain microbiota or supplement pills that contain live active bacteria— which promote digestive health. Dr. Allan Walker, Professor of Nutrition at the Harvard Chan School of Public Health, believes that there are specific situations where probiotic supplements are helpful. "Probiotics can be most effective at both ends of the age spectrum, because that’s when your microbes aren’t as robust as they normally are," Walker explains. "You can influence this huge bacterial colonization process more effectively with probiotics during these periods.". He also notes situations of stress on the body where probiotics may be helpful, such as reducing the severity of diarrhea after exposure to pathogens or replenishing normal bacteria in the intestine after a patient uses antibiotics.
Can diet affect one’s microbiota? In addition to family genes, environment, and medication use, diet plays a large role in determining what kinds of microbiota live in the colon. All of these factors create a unique microbiome from person to person.
A high-fiber diet in particular affects the type and amount of microbiota in the intestines. Indigestible carbohydrates and fibers such as inulin, starches, gums, and pectin feed our beneficial microbiota. Although there are supplements containing prebiotic fibers, there are many healthy foods naturally containing prebiotics. The highest amounts are found in raw versions of the following: garlic, onions, leeks, asparagus, artichokes, dandelion greens, bananas, and seaweed. In general, fruits, vegetables, beans, and whole grains like wheat, oats, and barley are all good sources of prebiotic fibers. Probiotic foods contain beneficial live microbiota that may alter one’s microbiome further. These include fermented foods like kefir, yogurt with live active cultures, pickled vegetables, tempeh, kombucha tea, kimchi, miso, and sauerkraut. The microbiome is a living, dynamic environment where the relative abundance of species may fluctuate daily, weekly, and monthly depending on diet, medication, exercise, and a host of other environmental exposures. However, scientists are still in the early stages of understanding the microbiome’s broad role in health and the extent of problems that can occur from an interruption in the normal interactions between the microbiome and its host.
THE HEALTH DIARIES DISCOVER THE FODMAP DIET
WHAT IS THE FODMAP DIET ? You may have heard of a FODMAP diet from a friend or on the internet. FODMAP is an abbreviation for fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols, which are short-chain carbohydrates (sugars) that the small intestine absorbs poorly. Some people experience digestive complications after eating them. Symptoms may include cramping, diarrhea, constipation, stomach bloating, gas and flatulence. Low FODMAP can be summarized into a three-step elimination diet: 1) You stop eating high FODMAP foods; 2) You slowly reintroduce them to see which ones are causing discomfort 3)Once you identify the foods that cause symptoms, you can avoid or limit them while enjoying other food without discomfort. Foods that trigger symptoms vary from person to another.in general, FODMAPs are found in different amounts in a wide range of foods. The primary dietary sources of the groups of FODMAPs are: ●
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Some vegetables, like artichokes, asparagus, onions, and garlic
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Some fruits, like as apples, cherries, pears, and peaches
Now that you know the foods that contain FODMAPS, you can eliminate them from your diet and add instead the low FODMAP foods such as: Eggs; meat; cheeses such as brie, Camembert, cheddar, and feta; almond milk; grains like rice, quinoa, and oats; vegetables such as potatoes, tomatoes, cucumbers, eggplant and zucchini; fruits such as grapes, oranges, strawberries, blueberries, and pineapple. Many foods are naturally low in FODMAPs and are easily found. When following a low FODMAP diet, you should be mindful of what you eat to avoid intestinal distress.
About the author: Lama Massoud, is an experienced writer with a degree in Health Sciences, and has been working with Newgate for more than 2 years. Through her writing in the health and wellness domains, she aims to empower people to take charge of their health and live healthier, happier lives.
TRUTH OR MYTH? Breaking common health & wellness myths
Finding and sharing health and medical information has never been easier in human history. However, much of the material on the Internet and shared on social media is incorrect and sometimes harmful. As more people turn to the internet for health information, it will be more necessary for medical researchers and practitioners to identify effective ways to direct the public away from misconceptions and pseudoscience and toward evidence-based content. What can science and medicine do to combat the spread of false health information? Unfortunately, adding additional facts to the problem is not the solution. According to those who research it, the growing contempt for evidence in society is more a question of human psychology than scientific literacy. People tend to cling to long-held health misconceptions despite mounting evidence to the contrary.
Being Cold Gives You a Cold Being out in the cold or being cold or having wet clothes does not increase your chance of having a cold or the flu. This is one of the myths that do exist about the common cold or the flu, and clearly, from a lot of studies, this is not the case. Since this myth persists, the likely reason behind it is the rise in cases once the temperature drops. It is true, however, that the flu virus circulates mainly in the fall and the wintertime, and that, therefore, you do see a lot more flu during that time than the rest of the year in temperate countries. While viruses are more common at this time of year, doctors seem to agree that this is due to people staying indoors to avoid the cold rather than the cold itself.
"Starving yourself" can be effective for weight loss It sounds simple enough – don’t eat and the weight will come off – but starving yourself will not only result in feeling tired and lethargic, your body is more likely to miss out on essential nutrients. Then when you do eat, you’re more likely to overeat and to make poor food choices. Over the long term, starving yourself is unlikely to help with weight loss at all. The important thing to losing weight and keeping it off is to make small, achievable changes to your eating and exercise habits.
Intermittent fasting Intermittent fasting has been followed by various religions for centuries. Fasting has gained popularity with the 5:2 diets, where for 5 days, people eat their usual diet, and on the remaining 2 days, a very low-energy diet is followed. There are various versions of intermittent fasting. Evidence shows there is generally no difference in the amount of weight lost by following a fasting diet when compared with a traditional energy-restriction diet. As with any diet, being able to sustain it is the key to losing and keeping off weight. If following a strict intermittent fasting schedule doesn’t sound like something you could do for a long time, then this may not be the best way to keep your weight in check.
Cracking your knuckles will lead to arthritis Cracking your knuckles may aggravate the people around you, but it probably won't raise your risk of arthritis. That's the conclusion of several studies that compared rates of hand arthritis among habitual knuckle-crackers and people who didn't crack their knuckles. The "pop" of a cracked knuckle is caused by bubbles bursting in the synovial fluid—the fluid that helps lubricate joints. The bubbles pop when you pull the bones apart, either by stretching the fingers or bending them backward, you create negative pressure. One study's authors compared the sudden, vibratory energy produced during knuckle cracking to "the forces responsible for the destruction of hydraulic blades and ship propellers." Even if knuckle cracking doesn't cause arthritis, there's still a good reason to let go of the habit. Chronic knuckle-cracking may lead to reduced grip strength. And there are at least two published reports of injuries suffered while people were trying to crack their knuckles.
Natural sugar like honey is better for you than white sugar What do maple syrup, white sugar, brown sugar, and honey have in common? They are all sugar! Some are less refined or sweeter than others.
There is something for everyone's taste buds. However, when we digest them, our body transforms them all into a single molecule: glucose. This is what our brains and muscles like best; it's their main fuel!
But isn't honey better than white sugar? Not really. Ultimately, our bodies will metabolize honey and refined white sugar the same way. However, just because their metabolisms are similar doesn't mean they are equal! There are several reasons why one form of sugar is preferred over another. White sugar is less expensive. Honey promotes pollination and biodiversity. Still, we must remember something very important: sugar is not forbidden. We should never feel guilty for choosing to put sugar instead of applesauce in our muffins! It's all about moderation in quantity and frequency. Sugar is found in a large variety of foods. They are either added through processing or naturally present in food (in an apple, for example). Sugars are a form of carbohydrate and are not bad in and of themselves. However, natural sugars (found in fruits and legumes, for example) are preferred over large amounts of added sugar. Natural sugars tend to be found in foods that contain more fiber and keep us full for longer. It is generally recommended that no more than 25g–30g of added sugar be consumed in a day, the equivalent of 6-7 teaspoons.
Fresh veggies and fruits are always better than canned ones. Not always! When fresh produce is picked at its seasonal best, it’s chock full of nutrition and flavor. When it’s not at its peak of ripeness—or when it’s not so fresh anymore—it’s not at its peak of nutritional value and flavor. Canned produce relies on peak-season fruits and vegetables, so you can count on it being at its nutritious and flavorful best. Once the produce is picked, it gets canned within hours. And there’s more! The heat used in canning can improve the availability and quality of certain nutrients. A couple of nutrients enhanced through the canning process include lycopene and beta-carotene. Also, research finds that regular consumption of canned vegetables and fruits is associated with higher overall nutrient intakes. So, do eat fresh seasonal produce but you can eat canned fruits and vegetables, too.
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How overturning Roe V. Wade is affecting access to autoimmune medications
The overturning of the constitutional right to obtain an abortion has led some states to enact laws that ban not only surgical abortions but also medications that are used to terminate pregnancies. Methotrexate is widely used for the treatment of autoimmune disorders, and the treatment of cancers but is also an abortion-inducing drug used to terminate ectopic pregnancies. Pharmacists in states like Texas have reportedly refused to fill methotrexate prescriptions for individuals with ectopic pregnancies or autoimmune disorders due to fear of legal repercussions. Read more on Medical News Today
Beliefs developed when young about what is or isn't healthy can follow us for a lifetime, experts say. But what if those beliefs don't hold up to scientific scrutiny? Here are eight assumptions about diet, exercise and sleep that fail to meet the sniff test. Read more on CNN
What is the Marburg virus and how can it be avoided?
The Mediterranean Diet May Help Reduce Risk of Cognitive Issues
Two people in Ghana have died from the Marburg virus - and 98 been quarantined raising fears of a mass outbreak.
A new study examined data from over 6,000 Hispanic and Latino individuals who followed a Mediterranean diet.
The highly infectious disease causes fever, muscle pains, diarrhoea, vomiting and, in some cases, death through extreme blood loss. Hundreds of people have died from the virus in the past, mostly in Africa.
Researchers found that strict adherence to the diet was associated with greater cognition and less memory decline.
A cousin of the equally deadly Ebola virus, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), the Marburg virus was first identified after 31 people were infected and seven died in simultaneous outbreaks in 1967 in Germany and Serbia Read more on The BBC
Data also shows that the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias is substantial among Hispanic and Latino individuals. The number of Hispanic and Latino people who have Alzheimer’s disease is expected to increase by 832 percent between 2012 and 2060. The Mediterranean diet, which prior research has found to be protective against cognitive decline, may help mitigate that risk, the researchers say. Read more on Healthline
Why young Arab men turn to anti-impotency drugs In his apothecary shop in the historic neighbourhood of Bab al-Shaaria in the heart of Cairo, herbalist Rabea al-Habashi shows what he calls his "magical blends". Read more on The BBC
INTUITIVE EATING WHAT IS IT?
The evidence-based health strategy known as intuitive eating (IE) was developed in 1995 by two dietitians, Elyse Resche and Evelyn Tribole. Let the fact that intuitive eating is not a diet be the main lesson you learn from this piece. It's even sometimes referred to as the anti-diet. No food is forbidden. When, what, and how much to eat are all completely up to you. A non-diet (or anti-diet) strategy puts more emphasis on healthy behaviours rather than measuring achievement by a number on the scale. IE essentially entails returning to the way we were bred to eat. When we were young, we instinctively knew when to eat and when to quit by paying attention to our bodies' signs. We did not pay attention to outside influences telling us what to do or not do to be healthy because we were not born measuring portions, tracking macros, or counting calories (or thin, as diet culture would have it). Eating was necessary, yet stopping eating was also necessary. A significant component of the intuitive eating technique is finding a means to return to those internal cues. Since mental health is equally vital to physical health and only you know what you need at any given time, IE is a non-diet strategy that focuses on addressing both physical and psychological needs. Your body is something you are an expert in. According to Resche and Tribole, intuitive eating is a tool for self-empowerment that you may use to break free from the dieting cycle and weight obsession to discover what it means and feels like to be truly in touch with your body and mend your connection with food.
Benefits of Intuitive Eating There are already more than 100 research studies looking at the advantages of intuitive eating. Benefits to health that have a strong correlation include:
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Lower incidences of eating disorders and disordered eating
Why Is Intuitive Eating Popular? Let's start by giving a succinct overview of diet culture. Even if you aren't following a particular diet, you may still be involved in the diet culture scene. It's simple to get caught in this set of beliefs, including the notions that being small equates to being healthy, losing weight elevates your social standing, there are good and bad eating habits, and it's acceptable to stigmatise those who don't fit into one particular definition of health. Even though it is a lengthy statement, it might be challenging to detect all the sneaky ways diet culture infiltrates our daily lives.
More studies on the negative effects of dieting and deliberate weight loss have recently been widely known. It has been established that sustaining a higher weight carries a lower risk of death than weight cycling, which involves losing weight and gaining it back. Additionally, across all BMIs, those with an "overweight" BMI (the BMI is a topic for another time) have the lowest risk of passing away and developing a chronic illness. Last but not least, studies demonstrate that stigma associated with obesity might be more harmful than merely having a larger frame. Why do we still diet, then? Why do we still stigmatise others and lust after slender bodies? Dietary customs. The overall picture is that diets don't function, whatever the harm they may do. Hey, but I've lost weight on a diet, you might argue, and that's probably true. It's also likely true that you weren't able to maintain the weight loss, though. Did the diet actually work, then? No! Diets are not sustainable, according to the vast majority of research. Additionally, studies reveal that two-thirds of dieters gain back more weight than they did while on the diet. Additionally, any short-term improvements in health are also not sustained. As was already said, diets might potentially have a harmful impact on one's health.
Intuitive eating is the solution In this situation, intuitive eating is useful. The binge-restrict cycle, weight cycling, and yo-yo dieting can all be broken with intuitive eating. In reality, the first rule of intuitive eating is to reject diet culture, including the notions that the next diet will be effective and that health is only determined by weight. The harmful and stressful behaviours that dieting requires can be countered by IE. Instead, IE encourages you to return to your natural eating habits, pay attention to your body, let go of societal norms, and establish a long-lasting harmony with food.
AYURVEDIC LIVING An introduction to Ayurveda
The term Ayurvedic means the “Science of Life” and it is a world system focused on balancing the mind-body connection and is a sister of yoga. The Science of Life in Ayurveda means it emphasises on nutrition, self-care, meditation, exercise and much more. Ayurveda is always changing. It allows us to know what our body needs, and when we need it. In that way, we can know which diets may work for us in the winter and may not work for us in the summer. In Ayurveda, the seasonal eating environment and the way we meditate and take care of ourselves is always changing, depending on what the body needs.
Ayurvedic Doshas In Ayurvedic medicine, doshas are each of three energies that are believed to circulate in the body and to govern our physiological activity. We all have 3 doshas but in varying amounts, and each one of us may pick up on some things that relate to them.
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Ayurveda Diet: Foods to include depending on your Dosha: Vata Dosha: Warm, cooked, nourishing, and easily digestible foods ●
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Foods to avoid Vata types: Cool, non-digestible foods, and sugar Pitta types: Foods overexposed to heat and light, fried foods, and spicy foods Kapha types: Greasy foods and processed sugar
Pros and Cons of the Ayurveda diet Pros: Honours bio-individuality; focuses on prevention; considers primary foods; is in line with the seasons; emphasises whole foods. Cons: Limited scientific evidence; diet may be limiting for some people; may be difficult to find specialty foods.
About the author: Leen Imad has been part of the Newgate Labs team for the past year. As an Integrative Nutritionist and a health and fitness lover, Leen has been an essential source of knowledge and support in content creation and the communication of Newgate Labs products’ nutritional information.
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BEING STRESSED The impact on skin quality
Recent studies have demonstrated that your skin is capable of sensing stress and reacting to it. Your skin, the greatest organ in your body, and psychological wellness may both suffer from stressful days. The balance between your internal tissues and the outer environment is maintained in part by your skin. The control of body temperature, defense, sensory perception, and hydration balance is included in this. Some of the hormonal changes that have an impact on your skin are anxiety, worry, grief, and pain. Skin, nails, and hair will all take on a stressed aspect. Your skin and brain are in close proximity. A reserve of the skin is the sense of touch, which is crucial for survival. Therefore, maintaining healthy skin and brain function is necessary for living life to the fullest. Your immune system responds to perceived or actual dangers during stressful events by releasing the stress hormones cortisol and adrenaline. In an effort to adapt to the shift, your body's reaction to stressors causes inflammation in the brain. This internal inflammatory response might result in outward skin issues when your body is continuously under stress.
Effects of stress on your skin Numerous studies have shown that stress can harm the condition of your skin. Among the ways stress might impact your skin are:
Stress aggravates skin conditions and diseases Stress can make skin conditions including eczema, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and acne worse. When you're under stress, your internal inflammations reappear and manifest externally. The condition, as well as the look and feel of your skin, can get worse under more stress.
Thinned nails Stressful times have an impact on nails. They thin out, shrivel up, peel, break, and grow slowly.
External bursting The skin produces more oil when cortisol is released in response to stress, which can clog pores and result in acne. Rashes and hives, which result in red and irritated sores, are brought on by changes in hormone levels.
Skin drying out Your cortisol and adrenaline levels increase as a result of stress, and you start to perspire. Hyaluronic acid's capacity to hold water and prevent the skin from drying out is interfered with by cortisol. The sweat glands are triggered, which causes the body to rapidly shed water through the skin. But if you don't get enough water, your body becomes dehydrated and your skin dries out.
Hair fall Stress can lead to telogen effluvium, a disorder that results in hair loss and thinning. Your hair may become fragile and fall out for a brief period of time, leaving your scalp scaly.
Untimely ageing Your skin might age prematurely if stress is not well managed. You can seem fatigued, have a pale complexion, lose skin suppleness, and get creases and wrinkles.
Stress may prevent wounds from healing If you worry about a wound healing, post-traumatic stress disorder may develop. Cortisol and catecholamine are released in excess during times of stress, which slows the healing of wounds. The immune system may be affected by this process, which also causes the delayed cell development needed for quick healing.
Keeping your skin free from stress Anxiety frequently results in stress, therefore you might need help taking care of yourself and your skin. You need to make good decisions that will help you better your overall skin health if you want to give your skin a new start.
Hydrate Drink enough water to keep your body hydrated and your skin soft. Staying hydrated will help you avoid developing creases, wrinkles, and other signs of early ageing. By flushing pollutants from your body, water maintains the health of your skin.
Find skin care Consult a dermatologist if your skin is greasy and prone to pimples. The specialist may suggest drugs to clear clogged pores and lessen skin oil production.
Take steps to lessen your stress. Make sure to relax every day, and try to keep up with your friends' social lives. Regularly engage in physical activity, take a stroll, or purchase something to take your mind off your worries. Establish a sleep schedule, go to bed without using any lights, and get up at the same time every day.
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Mental illness is a common and often complicated condition that general practitioners deal with on a daily basis. Despite its complex nature, treating mental illness can be very rewarding. The mainstay of conventional treatment is pharmaceutical medication and psychotherapy. However, some people suffer from recalcitrant disease or significant side effects from pharmacotherapy. Much can be learned from looking at alternative therapies where herbal treatments carry great promise and open the door to the safe use and potential benefit of these treatments. Herbal medicines have proved to be the primary treatment in the traditional medical system and have provided mankind with a large variety of potent drugs to alleviate or eradicate infections and suffering from diseases. In spite of the advancement in synthetic drugs, some of these plant-derived drugs still retain their importance and relevance. The use of plant-based drugs all over the world is increasing. Through recent research on herbal plants or medicine, there have been great developments in the pharmacological evaluation of various plants used in traditional systems of medicine. Medicinal plants contain a wide variety of secondary metabolites or compounds that dictate the therapeutic potency of the plants, most especially the antimicrobial activities.
The introduction of plant-derived drugs in modern medicine has been linked to the use of plant-derived materials as an indigenous cure in the traditional system of medicine. Some of the plants have been found to possess significant antibacterial, antifungal, anticancer, anti-inflammatory, and anti-diabetic properties. Plant-derived drugs are used to cure mental illness, skin diseases, tuberculosis, diabetes, jaundice, hypertension and cancer.
We will have a look at traditional plant medicine in mental health and reveal a few herbs that have been used for decades in managing and supporting mental health care.
Always remember, no matter what rituals you choose, healthy rituals build a healthy body, mind, and spirit. A cup of tea and a breathing exercise might seem insignificant, but small choices made continuously make for big shifts. So, keep at it!
Ocimum tenuiflorum (Tulsi, Holy Basil) Holy basil is an annual, delicate herb cultivated extensively in tropical climates. Medicinally, the leaves are used for various kinds of classical and home made preparations.
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The Health Benefits of Holy Basil Relieves anxiety and stress All parts of the holy basil plant act as adaptogens. An adaptogen is a natural substance that helps your body adapt to stress and promotes mental balance. Although the concept of an adaptogen is a holistic approach, scientific research shows that holy basil has pharmacological properties to help your mind cope with many types of stress.
Stimulates and vitalizes your body Holy basil is also high in antioxidants and helps your body detox. Studies show that holy basil can protect your body against toxic chemicals and other harmful substances.
Protects against infection and treats wounds Extracts made from the leaves of holy basil are thought to boost wound healing speed and strength. In addition, holy basil is antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory.
Lowers your blood sugar If you have prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, all parts of the holy basil plant can help reduce your blood sugar. Human studies have shown that holy basil can help prevent symptoms of diabetes such as weight gain, hyperinsulinemia, or excess insulin in the blood, high cholesterol, insulin resistance, and hypertension.
Eases inflammation and joint pain As an adaptogen with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, holy basil provides all of these benefits. It can even help people with arthritis or fibromyalgia.
Protects your stomach Stress-induced ulcers can be counteracted by using holy basil. It naturally increases your stomach’s defense by decreasing stomach acids, increasing mucus secretion, increasing mucus cells, and extending the life of mucus cells.
Ayahuasca Ayahuasca has been used for spiritual and religious purposes by ancient Amazonian tribes and is still used as a sacred beverage by some religious communities in Brazil and North America.
Potential Benefits Many people who have taken Ayahuasca claim that the experience led to positive, long-term, life-altering changes. This may be due to the effects of Ayahuasca on the neurological system. Ayahuasca, according to new research, may benefit health—particularly brain health—in a variety of ways.
Brain health In some studies, the main active ingredients in Ayahuasca, DMT and -carbolines, have been shown to have neuroprotective and neuro-restorative properties. DMT helps protect your brain cells. A test-tube study indicated that DMT protected human brain cells from damage caused by lack of oxygen and increased cell survival. The main ingredient in Ayahuasca has been found to have anti-inflammatory, neuro-protective, and memory-boosting effects. It has also been observed to play an important role in nerve cell growth and promote nerve cell survival.
Psychological well-being Research has shown that taking Ayahuasca may increase the mindfulness capacity of your brain and improve your overall psychological well-being. It helps treat addiction, anxiety, treatment-resistant depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). According to current research, Ayahuasca may protect brain cells and stimulate neural cell growth. It may also boost mood, improve mindfulness, and treat depression and addiction disorders.
Ashwagandha Ashwagandha is one of the most important herbs in Ayurveda, which is a traditional form of alternative medicine used for natural healing in mental health problems. People have used Ashwagandha for thousands of years to relieve stress, increase energy levels, and improve concentration.
Helps reduce stress and anxiety Ashwagandha is perhaps best known for its ability to reduce stress. It is classified as an adaptogen, a substance that helps the body cope with stress. It also reduces the activity of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, which regulates the stress response. What’s more, the participants who took the Ashwagandha supplements experienced significant improvements in sleep quality compared with the placebo group.
Benefits athletic performance Research has shown that Ashwagandha may have beneficial effects on athletic performance and may be a worthwhile supplement for athletes. An analysis of five studies found that taking Ashwagandha significantly enhanced maximum oxygen consumption in healthy adults and athletes.
Reduces symptoms of some mental health conditions: Some evidence suggests that Ashwagandha may help reduce symptoms of other mental health conditions, including depression, in certain populations. What’s more, findings from another study suggest that taking Ashwagandha may help improve total symptoms and perceived stress in people with schizophrenia
Reduces blood sugar levels Evidence suggests that Ashwagandha may have some benefits for people with diabetes or high blood sugar levels.
Reduces inflammation Ashwagandha also contains compounds, which may help reduce inflammation in the body.
Improves brain function, including memory Taking Ashwagandha may benefit cognitive functions, including executive functioning, attention and reaction time and performance on cognitive tasks.
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