Lipids, Glorious Lipids: Part I Most of you know I spend my Sundays from 4-7 talking to people at the Elephant Pharmacy in Berkeley about skin issues. I love doing this because it is the one day out of the week that I actually get to have face time with my many customers, and I [...]
Assessing Asthma in children
on April 28, 2010
To many it comes as a surprise that asthma is the leading cause of chronic illness in children in the United States. Statistics articulate that it affects as many as 10%-12% of children and this amount is ever increasing. Even though asthma can begin at any age, children have a propensity to demonstrate initial symptoms [...]
Skin Care II – Do Eye Creams work?
on April 26, 2010
What do you think about those creams that claim to eliminate wrinkles? Well, I am not one to buy into any type of miracle products; however, I have seen a few eye creams that did produce results. The results may not equivalent to a face-lift but nonetheless positive results. KathleenHey, there I’m Kathleen. My friends [...]
Skin Care I – Avon Solutions Skin Care Products
on April 26, 2010
Avon “Solutions” Skin Care Products For many years, I was an Avon representative. I thought it might be nice to share with you my personal views and experiences with Avon and other skin care products. Or perhaps you have a pointer for me? One of the most impressive lines of products was the Solutions skin [...]
Multivitamins and your skin care
on April 25, 2010
Are multivitamins effective as part of a skin care regiment? Is the condition of your skin a major concern for you as far as the signs of aging go? Consider the following facts: The best Anti aging Vitamins to choose are ones that contain the antioxidants Vitamin C, A, B6 and B12, and most importantly, [...]
Fat Burner FAQS
on April 19, 2010
So do diet pills and fat burners really work? As I read through the information on the site the statements exercise and eat healthy numerous times. In the faqs section it had this to say, “There is never an excuse to stop eating healthy. You will lose weight with 7DFBX without diet and exercise but [...]
Diet pill safety tips
on April 15, 2010
Seeing as I previously posted the story concerning my aunt’s diet regimen that included diet pills, I thought it would be suitable to follow up with some tips on diet pills. The information I gathered comes from reputable web sites such as Mayo Clinic and Web MD. Not having much faith in the FDA, and [...]
Television commercials that describe afflictions?
on April 11, 2010
What do you think about television commercials that describe afflictions? You know the one that always asks, “Have you or a family member ever” something. Normally, these types of TV commercials generate a head-shake and an eye roll from me; they are so annoying. Well, my father was visiting Easter weekend. After dinner, we adjourned [...]
Acne Scars
on April 1, 2010
Acne scars are primarily a cosmetic concern, however the emotional effects are far more than superficial.Teenagers show great distress concerning a pimple. Imagine the reaction if it were acne and the scars it leaves behind. One web site is quoted as saying, “If not treated, the emotional acne scars can effect their whole outlook on [...]
Renewable energy, a more efficient world for our children
on March 25, 2010
First, I think it significant to share with you my opinion on environmental conservation and alternative fuels; it is a widely controversial subject. While I do believe in protecting and conserving our environment and finding was to become more efficient, I am not one who believes the earth needs saving. What I accept as true [...]
