Nails are composed almost entirely of protein. Abnormal or unhealthy nails may be the result of a local injury, a glandular deficiency such as hypothyroidism, or a deficiency of certain nutrients.
A protein deficiency can cause opaque white bands to appear on the nails or cause them to become dry, brittle, and very thin. [...]

SUNBURN….OUCH!
Dermatologists are unanimous on the best advice about sunburn: “Don’t get one!” That deep, dark tan Americans worship as the hallmark of health and beauty can be very hazardous for your skin. Overexposure to sunlight for prolonged periods of time damages the skin, leads to premature aging, and can cause skin cancer.
About 50 percent [...]

Our mother’s are wonderful! They are always there when we need them.
I remember as a child how much I relied on my mother for everything….and sometimes took her for granted. She is such a positive in my life. I owe all my successes to her. She always esteemed me and [...]

Nutritional Supplements for Healthy Skin
True beauty radiates from within, and the loveliest women are those whose outer glow reflects an inner harmony.  More than clothes, cosmetics, or coiffure, beauty depends on good health-physical, emotional and spiritual.  A woman who desires to be beautiful needs first to look within herself.
Some women believe beauty is the same [...]