They say age is just a number, but sometimes our skin tells a different story. The good news is that you can rewrite that story with the power of your plate. If you’ve been longing for the secret to turning back time and regaining that youthful glow, your answer might just be found in the… Continue Reading
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The Ultimate Guide to Clear Skin: Eat Your Way to Acne-Free
Are you tired of battling acne, trying every skincare product on the market, and still not getting the results you desire? What if we told you that the secret to flawless skin might just be in your kitchen? Pull up a seat and grab a fork because we’re about to explore the link between your… Continue Reading
PESKY PIMPLES? IT MAY BE YOUR DIET.
Acne is the worst. And those pesky pimples always seem to show up at the worst time. It’s not just about vanity either; it’s about feeling great in your own skin. If you feel like you’ve tried everything and you’re still dealing with breakouts, your diet may be the secret sauce to winning the battle… Continue Reading
Anti-Aging Nutrition That Works
We’re celebrating National Healthy Aging Month with a highlight of the best anti-aging tips for younger looking skin. By now you’ve probably heard us talk about the importance of foods to fight aging, but you may be wondering: does it really work? The answer is a resounding, YES! It just makes sense that if… Continue Reading
Stop Acne By Avoiding These Foods
If you’ve been avoiding certain foods because you think they might trigger a breakout, you’re not that far off. It turns out that despite being characterized as a “myth,” what you eat may affect your skin after all. This study provides further evidence that diet plays a role in the development of acne by… Continue Reading
ARNICA MONTANA + BROMELAIN SUPPLEMENTS
Recently, VitaMedica has received a number of emails with questions about Arnica Montana and Bromelain. Since these two botanicals are very popular, and frequently taken together during the peri-operative period, I thought it would be helpful to provide an update to our FAQs for Arnica and Bromelain. Article Highlights: – Homeopathic Arnica montana has… Continue Reading
New Food & Supplement Labeling
By now, you’ve probably noticed the new nutrition facts on food labels and dietary supplements. While the new labeling requirements primarily affects packaged foods, it also applies to dietary supplements. Late last year, VitaMedica started rolling out these labeling changes along with a new and refreshed packaging design. Even though the packaging and the… Continue Reading
THE BEAUTY BENEFITS OF BIOTIN
Biotin is a member of the B-complex family of vitamins. If you have dermatitis, dry skin, thinning hair, loss of hair color or brittle nails, you may be short in biotin. Biotin is sometimes referred to as vitamin H which is appropriate given that the “H” is short for “Haar und Haut” – the German… Continue Reading
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 – WHAT IS IT?
Have you seen a Proposition 65 warning on a product website page and wondered if the product is safe to use? Or, have you visited your local (California) Starbucks and seen a warning poster and wondered what this means? Below find answers to some frequently asked questions related to this confusing California statute. What… Continue Reading
Best Anti-Aging Treatments for 2018
We’re always looking for the best treatments for anti-aging, and it seems every year, scientists make important discoveries that we hope to harness to keep us looking and feeling more youthful. But it’s hard to keep up with all the news, so we’ve done the work for you! Here’s what’s new and notable for… Continue Reading