What does sugar do to our skin?

The answer is clear: it destroys. How it works, says a nutritionist. Not only sugar is harmful, but also foods with a high glycemic index, which quickly turn into sugar in the body. Simple carbohydrates such as: - refined sugar -White bread - instant porridge - fruit juices - desserts, etc. They cause a spike in insulin levels, which leads to permanent inflammation. High levels of insulin in the blood trigger the release of growth hormones, which increase sebum production, unregulated cell growth, and androgen production. Against the background of sugar inflammation, enzymes are produced that break down collagen and elastin, which leads to sagging skin and the appearance of wrinkles. The processed sugar in the body is permanently attached to the collagen in the skin through a process known as glycation. In addition to accelerating aging, glycation can also aggravate acne and rosacea. In addition, the more sugar you eat, the more likely you are to develop insulin resistance, which can manifest as excessive hair growth (hirsutism) and dark spots on your neck, armpits, and elbows.

Sleep on bee hives.

Have you heard about such an unusual way of recovery and relaxation as sleeping on bee hives. This is one of the youngest and most unique trends in apitherapy. In a wooden house on top of the beehives is a special bed. Don't be afraid, the bees won't get to you, thanks to the closed design of the bed. What is the secret of influence: - healing air with microparticles of pollen, nectar, propolis, wax and honey, which is ideal for inhalation. - useful microvibrations that come from the flapping of the bees' wings and act on the body as a vibration massage. This is for me now from the realm of fantasy! - the monotonous buzz of bees soothes, relieves stress and tension. From such an impact, a person immediately falls into a deep and healing sleep. Sounds tempting, doesn't it? As one of the best and most unusual SPA offer for residents of the metropolis.

Roller massager

To enhance the effect of serum and / or cream, purchase a roller massager on any marketplace. After applying the cream, walk along the massage lines with a little effort for a couple of minutes. Care will work harder and penetrate deeper. Repeat daily - after a couple of weeks you will begin to notice a significant difference.

Golden turmeric is recognized as a "superfood"

The spice has long been used in China to treat depression, skin problems, and other ailments. A study published in the Journal of Classical Immunology confirms the observations of ancient doctors. Curcumin really improves brain function, suppresses inflammation and regulates the immune system.

Walking in nature is officially a working remedy for depression.

Psychiatrists at McGill University conducted a large-scale study of people with depression, dividing them into three groups. One sat at home, the second walked around the city, and the third - in nature. It was the team of naturalists who showed the most serious positive changes.

Scientists have come up with a vaccine against cat allergies.

It has successfully passed preliminary studies and is ready for clinical trials. The researchers claim that the product is safe and effective against all cat allergens. Clinical trials will take place in 2023 and 2024, after which the drug can be registered. At least 30% of adults worldwide are allergic to cats. The disease reduces the standard of living, and in some cases can seriously threaten health.

An exercise that will significantly extend your life

Such lymphatic drainage gymnastics is an effective prevention of thrombophlebitis, myocardial infarction and stroke. Stand up straight, connect your feet. Raise your heels 3-5 cm from the floor, then drop sharply. As a result of the resulting shaking, the venous valves receive an additional impulse to push the blood up. ▫️ Do 30 such ups and downs 5 times a day, and there will be no thoughts about illnesses. Perform the exercise slowly: 1 per second. ▫️ Such gymnastics is especially useful for people who are forced to stand or sit at work for a long time.⠀ ▫️ This exercise can be performed even by those who are prohibited from running or brisk walking.

What herbs will relieve you of bags under the eyes?

▫️ Linden and chamomile Make a mixture of linden flowers and chamomile inflorescences, taking 1 tablespoon of each raw material. Pour 2 cups boiling water, let it brew for 20 minutes in a water bath. After filtering, apply a moistened gauze cloth in infusion to the eyes for 15 minutes. This compress relieves inflammation from the eyes and helps to deal with bags under the eyes. ▫️Birch An eye compress made from birch leaves is effective in combating swelling of the eyelids. Pour a handful of fresh birch leaves with 2 cups of boiling water, leave for 20 minutes in a water bath. Cold lotions will relieve swelling for 15 minutes. ▫️X field wax Horsetail compresses also help with swelling on the eyelids. We take 1 tablespoon of horsetail grass, pour 2 cups of boiling water. Cook in a water bath for 30 minutes, let it brew for 10 minutes. Wet cotton swabs in the decoction and apply on the eyelids for 15 minutes. This compress relieves not only swelling, but also inflammation.

Products that slow down aging

Food against aging is not a fairy tale for a long time, but the results of scientific research. Food rich in antioxidants really rejuvenates all body systems. 1. The most powerful antioxidant is prunes. 3-4 berries a day - and your body will be provided with serious protection against aging; 2. The second most powerful is raisins, you need to eat at least 2 tablespoons of it; 3. Next on the list is white cabbage, raw or sauerkraut, which will help you look younger; 4. Green tea - it has long been famous for its ability to improve metabolism; 5. Beets - will improve the composition of the blood; 6. Orange - a supplier of vitamin C; 7. Red grapes - famous for their antioxidant properties; 8. Sweet Peppers - It has slightly less vitamin C than oranges, but it is enough for pepper to be included in this list;

Harvard has created an artificial vagina.

Using cells from two female donors, silicone, and the magic of science, Dr. Don Ingber has recreated a cybernetic vagina that behaves exactly like a natural one. With its help, various drugs and methods of treating diseases will be tested.

Even one cup of espresso in the morning improves brain function.

To cheer up in the morning and improve cognitive functions, it is enough to consume 50 milligrams of caffeine. This is the equivalent of a cup of espresso, a small can of energy drink, 250 milliliters of instant coffee or black tea. Drinking caffeinated drinks in the morning in just half an hour improves memory, attention and hand-eye function, and also reduces the activity of alpha waves associated with sleepiness in the brain.

France will start handing out free condoms to anyone between the ages of 18 and 25.

The President of the country announced this on his Twitter. Since the beginning of 2022, contraceptives have been released free of charge only to women - now this applies to any person within the age. Women also receive free emergency contraception and STD screening.

Bacteria in the gut play a role in the development of depression.

European doctors have found that the likelihood of developing depression depends on the composition of bacteria in the human intestine. Presumably, some microbes are involved in the production of glutamate, serotonin and other important signaling molecules of the nervous system. This explains why the gut microflora affects mental health.

Contraindications and side effects.

Royal jelly is contraindicated in the following diseases and conditions: allergy to bee products; exacerbation of a chronic disease; Addison's disease; pregnancy; breast-feeding. Do not take the product before bedtime, as it can provoke an overexcitation of the nervous system and cause insomnia. An overdose of royal jelly should not be allowed. It leads to insomnia, euphoria and lack of appetite. Royal jelly can be used frozen, in combination with honey and in the form of capsules or granules. Before taking it is better to consult with a specialist.

Useful properties of royal jelly:

- activates and accelerates the processes of regeneration and rejuvenation of all cells in the body - has antiseptic, antiviral and antibacterial properties - strengthens the immune system, saturates the body with vitamins, acids and trace elements, helps with beriberi - restores hormonal levels - helps children in physical and mental development

What is in the composition of royal jelly:

-hormones: progesterone, estradiol and testosterone -vitamins: B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, B15, A, E, H, C, PP and D - mineral salts - trace elements: sodium, aluminum, zinc, manganese, iron, cobalt, phosphorus, potassium, etc. - lactic and pyruvic acids -carbohydrates: fructose, glucose, ribose, sucrose and maltose -special proteins of royal milk: in many respects similar to blood serum proteins -lipids -acetylcholine: the main conductor of nerve impulses, the content is 1000 times higher than in honey -sterols -fatty acids: stearic, succinic, decenoic and palmitic albumins and globulins

Royal jelly. What it is?

Royal jelly (apilactose) is a special food that honey bees use to feed queen larvae at all stages of development. The queen bee feeds on royal jelly throughout her life. On such a special diet, it acquires the ability to reproduce, grows 2 times larger than the rest of the bees and lives up to 6 years with an average bee life of 2 months. Royal jelly has a creamy color and creamy texture. It has a sweet and sour taste. The smell is pungent, characteristic. Royal jelly is produced by nurse bees. This milk is also called "royal jelly" because of its valuable properties and the laborious process of obtaining. In its composition, it is an analogue of mammalian milk, but in a more concentrated form.

Elevated levels of formic acid in the urine have been shown to be an early sign of Alzheimer's disease.

The level of formic acid in the urine increases at the earliest stages of cognitive impairment and may be one of the first predictors of Alzheimer's disease. The scientists also found that knowledge of formic acid and formaldehyde levels, in addition to plasma biomarkers, improves the accuracy of disease staging, and suggest using urine testing for formic acid for mass population screening.

Humidifier

The beginning of the heating season makes its own adjustments to the home microclimate. In addition to the long-awaited warmth, there is also excessive dryness. And dry air in the apartment is: - parched inflamed mucous membranes of the nose, throat and eyes and, as a result, reduced immunity; - chapped lips; - discomfort from dehydrated and flaky skin; - deterioration in the appearance of hair and nails; -cracked parquet, wooden doors and furniture; - drying houseplants. You can spend time and energy fighting the symptoms: smear the skin with cream, rinse the mucous membranes, spray water on the plants from the spray bottle. But it is much easier to eliminate the source of problems - buy a humidifier and trust it to control the level of humidity in the air.

Morning sports turned out to be more useful than afternoon and evening sports.

After studying the data of 87,000 athletes over 6 years of training, PubMed stated that those who exercised in the morning were much less likely to complain of health problems. And almost did not encounter cardiovascular diseases, unlike the other two groups.