A new study by researchers from the University of Kent and the Goethe University Frankfurt shows that the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant is less effective than Delta at blocking a cellular defense mechanism against viruses, the so-called “interferon response.” Moreover, cell culture findings indicate that eight important COVID-19 drugs and drug candidates remain effective against Omicron….
‘I’m a Dermatologist With Dry Skin, and This Is the $19 Moisturizer I Use All Winter’
Living in Buffalo, NY—one of the coldest, snowiest cities in the country—dermatologist Paula Morgan, MD, PhD, knows a thing or two about caring for dry, winter skin. To keep both her face and body moisturized and protected, Dr. Morgan turns to the Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream ($19). Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra-Rich Cream…
10 Steps to Address Memory Loss in Others
Alzheimer’s disease often hides in plain sight, and certain behaviors such as struggling with participating in conversations, isolating oneself and forgetting familiar tasks can indicate memory loss. Noticing these changes in friends, family or others can be difficult, and though it’s natural to be uncertain about how to offer support, it’s important to understand these…
Working Toward a New Goal? Mental-Health Experts Suggest This Type of Journaling
At one point or another, an authority figure in your life has likely recited the intuitive benefits of goal-setting. (If you don’t know where you’d like to go, how can you expect to get there?) And it’s possible you’ve encountered the meditative, mind-clearing joys of journaling. But when you combine the two and put goals…
Upgrade Your Winter Skin Goals
Get ready to glow. This iconic gentle exfoliator is a water-based alternative to traditional physical exfoliants and contains 91% Activated Hydrogen Water. It’s so gentle that makes it great for all winter skin issues including sensitive skin. Cure Aqua Gel Highlights: Gently removes dead skin cells · Leaves skin smoother, brighter, and more even-toned ·…
These Are the Best Keratin Shampoos and Conditioners To Save Your Damaged Hair
If you’re one of the many people in this world who either have weak or damaged hair (raises hand), or could simply use a boost to help it look more shiny and smooth (also raises hand), you probably should get acquainted with keratin (especially keratin shampoos and conditioners, which is what this post is all…
5 Types of Manipulative Behavior That Aren’t So Easy to Spot
At some point or another, all of us have exhibited and experienced manipulative behavior—it’s part of human nature to a certain degree. (Have you ever had a small child “fake cry” or look at you super wide-eyed with hope when they want something? Yep, that’s the feeling.) But as you get older, it’s not so…
How to prevent cognitive decline
Physical activity, nutrition and cognitively stimulating activities are all known to be good ways to prevent cognitive decline such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. And older adults at risk can access a variety of lifestyle services to that end, including diet regimes and exercises for their body and mind. Now an international team of researchers…
The ‘Big 3’ Hydrators Derms Say All Dry Winter Skin Needs
Moisture is critical when you’re caring for dry winter skin. To optimize your moisturizing experience, it’s essential to know that there are three different types of moisturizing ingredients that can benefit your skin: humectants, emollients, and occlusives. Each has a different purpose and can work wonders in your upping the hydration factor of your routine,…
The Matcha Grade Scale – is more expensive always better?
The UK’s first female tea sensei and SAYURI founder, Yureeka Yasuda, takes us through her top 5 tips for choosing the perfect matcha. Matcha has been part of Japanese culture for more than 800 years and was used for centuries by Zen monks to calm the mind, energise the body, refresh the spirit, and help achieve enlightenment. Fast forward to…