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As we age, we encounter increasingly visible signs of that aging. It manifests differently in everyone, depending on genetics, diet, environment, and more. You might even be noticing some of it yourself. Have you looked in the mirror recently and seen: Dark, light, or reddish blotches that don't seem to fade. Scarring, from acne or from sun damage. Wrinkles, from crow's feet to larger creases. Darker spots, like moles or liver spots. If so, you're probably concerned about your appearance. Some people are fine with aging gracefully, while others find themselves struggling with self-esteem issues. There's nothing wrong with wanting...

There are many reasons why you might want to lighten your skin. Sun darkening can leave your skin tanned, but blotchy and uneven. Liver spots or skin lesions can be unsightly. Acne scars can be a huge blow to your self-esteem when people focus on them. You might even just want a lighter complexion. We're not here to judge; we're here to help. Skin gets its color from a pigment called melanin. Melanin is protective; it helps block UV radiation from the sun, as well as environmental damage. It's also produced to protect sites that have been injured in the...

Water is one of the best things you can drink for your health. But, we can all admit, it's a little boring. Water doesn't really taste like anything unless your water has minerals in it, and there's as much of a chance of it tasting bad as there is tasting good. It's no wonder so many people resort to bottled water, water flavorings, or soft drinks just to have something with more flavor in it. One of our favorite "water plus" beverages is lemonade. It's simple, it's tasty, and it's still pretty healthy if you make it right. That's the...

It's no secret that a detox cleanse can be hard on your system. Depending on the cleanse you use, you might go from a fairly normal diet to nothing more than juice, and that can wreak havoc on your entire body, your digestive system included. The question is, are you going to be posted up in the bathroom doing your thing more than average, or is that an exaggerated side effect only some people ever see?   What Even Is "Regular"? The first thing to recognize is that, while Everyone Poops, different people have different natural cycles. Some people have a naturally...