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The best diet for eczema

The Checkup by Singlecare

In people with inflammatory diseases like eczema, food sensitivities start a cascade in the immune system that leads to a flare. Fermented foods The gut, skin, and immune system are closely connected, so it’s no surprise that gut- and immune-boosting foods may also improve skin conditions like eczema.

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8 health benefits of apples

The Checkup by Singlecare

It’s an antioxidant that’s shown to help reduce inflammation and support immunity.” Dr. Li highlights another compound in apples: ursolic acid. Ursolic acid is a beneficial compound found in many fruits and vegetables, including apples. They’re also a potent source of antioxidants and other beneficial compounds.

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Contamination Trends & Proposed Solutions

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5 , 8 Compounding pharmacies were commonly mentioned as sources of microbial cross-contamination, especially in the US. 9 , 15 This has led to compounding pharmacies completing high-volume activities such as mass repackaging, thereby increasing the risk of cross-contamination. 5 (2011): 334–336. Medical Mycology 56, no.

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11 benefits of black seed oil

The Checkup by Singlecare

Scientific studies have confirmed that thymoquinone, a compound found in black seed oil, is packed with antioxidants , along with antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer activity. However, thymoquinone , the active compound in the black cumin seed, has been shown to reduce the growth of certain cancer cells.

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8 lemon water benefits

The Checkup by Singlecare

It’s a good dose of vitamin C Vitamin C is a well-known contributor to the immune system , and citrus fruits like lemon are packed with vitamin C. These natural compounds help prevent oxidative stress—an excess of free radicals in the body that can cause cellular damage and systemic inflammation.

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Turmeric for Your Thyroid and Hashimoto’s

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Benefits and Uses of Curcumin Turmeric’s medicinal benefits can mostly be attributed to compounds called curcuminoids. Combining curcumin with piperine, an alkaloid found in black pepper, extends the life of curcumin in the body, making its compounds more therapeutically effective. Curcumin is the active component in turmeric.

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Why Balancing Blood Sugar is Vital for Hashimoto’s Health

The Thyroid Pharmacist

When the adrenals (the glands that are responsible for releasing stress hormones) become stressed, they release an excess of the hormone cortisol, which can also lead to an increased production of inflammatory proteins that are associated with a heightened immune response. Current Directions in Stress and Human Immune Function.