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November 30, 2017

CBD AND PARKINSON’S –EFFECTS AND MANAGEMENT

Parkinson’s is a memory disease that affects a large number of patients every year. It is a progressive disease that has a tendency to get worse over time. It starts with mild tremors but then eventually becomes a full-blown condition wherein every movement of the patient gets affected. This disease affects men more than women.

Parkinson is a complex chronic condition which points at the death of the nerve cells in the brain. When particular nerve cell starts malfunctioning, it gives rise to tremors. With constant shaking of the body, there are prominent cases of muscle stiffness as well. And this makes the tremors of Parkinson’s easily identifiable and distinct. It becomes quite distressing to deal with this situation.

How CBD helps?

CBD has many wonderful effects on the human body. With the use of CBD, people affected with Parkinson’s are relieved instantly and are able to walk and talk almost normally. There are a number of neurons in the brain which produce a hormone called dopamine. This hormone is called as happy hormone as well. This hormone rewards your body and makes it feel good. It also helps in regulating voluntary movement. Many body movements like walking, running, handling of objects, and everything you do by your free will are also affected by dopamine.

CBD helps the patients to regain most of the control lost early on. CBD aims at managing of pain, anxiety and other symptoms.

CBD delivery deals with the symptoms from outside as they happen. One of the important advantages of using CBD is that it has powerful neuron-protective effects which protect brain cells. CBD is famous to roll back all of the damages like the oxidative injury that happens in the brain. If not completely, it can slow it down.

CBD refreshes cellular mitochondrial activity and also helps with waste disposal in the cell. CBD also recharges the overall health of neurons. It helps the patients in living a controlled and normalized life.

CBD is known for its amazing effects in relieving psychosis and Parkinson’s. When CBD is used regularly, it is used to treat the symptoms of the disease. Patients can see improvements by sleeping as well. CBD promotes peaceful sleep amongst its users. It is taken before going to bed so as to relax the mind, giving users sleep that doesn’t seem that is drug induced.

Many surveys have been conducted and it has been proved that CBD and cannabis have much more effects than other drugs and medicines tried by them like music therapy, meditation, and prayer.

CBD has been one of the most effective ways to ease the pain of Parkinson’s, both physical as well as emotional. If you have symptoms of the disease, you should try it. You should consult the doctor for symptom management as it is safe to use. You just need to pass a physical test before you approve taking CBD as a medicine. Now it has become easier to cure Parkinson’s with CBD.

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November 30, 2017

Why Do Luxury Retailers Make So Much Effort with Their Christmas Store Decoration?

 

 

Christmas is a time when shopping becomes a major priority for a lot of people, with gifts to buy as well as parties to choose outfits for! Shopping during the run-up to Christmas can be quite a different experience than at other times of the year, and while this is partly simply because everything is a bit more hectic, it is also because of the nice, festive atmosphere created by Christmas music and the lights and decorations.

 

  • Decorations and High-End Stores

 

Some stores opt for decorations so lavish and impressive that people actually view those stores’ Christmas displays as a feature of Christmas itself. Whether it is Harrods in London or 5th Avenue department stores, Christmas displays tend to be impressive and something people go out of their way to see. Newspapers even report on the choice of display for the year in some cases!

But why do luxury shops do this? It is almost certainly something that costs them a lot of money and requires the input of some serious creative talent, so why do they pull out all the stops rather than simply putting up a tree in the store like lower end retailers do?

 

  • Making Iconic Buildings Even More of a Talking Point

 

One of the reasons luxury brands tend to go for particularly elaborate and beautiful displays at Christmas – especially when it comes to the outside of the building, is that many department stores and the flagship stores of giant luxury designer brands like Chanel and Dior tend to already be very eye-catching buildings. Flagships for designer brands were often built specifically to house these brands, and designed by a luxury architect like Peter Marino who specializes in creating shops that have a substantial visible presence in some of the world’s major shopping cities.

Making these buildings, which already stand out as unique pieces of architecture, look even more impressive at Christmas, is a way brands can leverage the beauty of their shops even further to attract more customers.

 

 

  • Stand-Out Lights Encourage People to Shop in Person

 

Designer brands are well aware that people have the option to shop online, and also that there are other retailers offering their products – sometimes for less. While this is good for them because it does still help them to sell their designs, at the same time, photos online can’t necessarily do a lot of products justice. Many of the things sold by luxury brands are things one is likely to want to try before they buy – such as fragrances, make-up and clothing. It is easier to sell these expensive products to people who have seen them in the flesh, and having a Christmas display that is worth seeing can be enough to lure Christmas shoppers out from behind their computers to shop in person.

Checking out the Christmas decorations in big, luxury stores can be a lot of fun, but it is interesting to think about why this is done from a business perspective.

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November 29, 2017

Sofia Vergara Wears 7 For All Mankind!

LOS ANGELES, CA – November 28, 2017 – Sofia Vergara was photographed wearing 7 For All Mankind while shopping in Beverly Hills today! The actress looked chic pairing her tan sweater and sky-high heels with the Ankle Skinny with Trouser Released Hem in East Village ($209, www.7forallmankind.com).
Photo courtesy of BACKGRID
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November 29, 2017

Give the gift of luxurious skincare with Luminesce

If you are looking for luxurious skincare to gift a special lady in your life, Luminesce has a fabulous line of skincare products to choose from. Two of my favorites form the line are  LUMINESCE™ ULTIMATE LIFTING MASQUE and ESSENTIAL BODY RENEWAL

The LUMINESCE™ ESSENTIAL BODY RENEWAL is a hydrating body lotion that moisturizes your skin from head to toe. The lightweight formula is non-greasy and fortified with legume and fruit extracts, leaving your skin looking and feeling refreshed. With the cold weather, my skin gets dry almost overnight and I like to find a formula that will keep it hydrated, but that isn’t too heavy or will clog pores. The Luminesce Body Renewal lotion is perfect for that with vitamins and minerals to keep your skin soft, healthy, and glowing.

The LUMINESCE™ ULTIMATE LIFTING MASQUE is an extremely nourishing, listing masque that is uniquely formulated with APT-200™. While it does have a higher price point, this masque definitely packs a punch. You apply the thick, clear, gel like formula to your face and neck and let sit for 15-20 min and once dry, slowly peel the layer of masque off in strips, a la American Psycho style. It reminded me of pore cleansing strips, but less abrasive and painful and exfoliates and cleanses your entire face, not just one area. The directions state to apply a thin layer, however I applied it slightly heavier the second time and found it was much easier to remove that way. Old, dead skin cells peel away with the masque leaving behind smooth, more youthful looking skin which I noticed almost immediately. Once I finished washing the formula off, my skin felt tighter and looked brighter. This is definitely a great product to add to your weekly skincare routine to keep your skin looking fresh and healthy.

The LUMINESCE™ ULTIMATE LIFTING MASQUE and ESSENTIAL BODY RENEWAL, both part of the company’s anti-aging skin care line, are dermatologist formulated to restore vitality and radiance to your skin.

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November 29, 2017

3 Signs It’s Time to See Your Doctor for Your Varicose Veins

Varicose veins are never easy to deal with. At first, it’s always possible to put them in the back of your mind and cope with them, but at a certain point they can become not only unsightly, but dangerous for your health. But at which point should you consider seeking professional treatment? In this article, we’re going to give you a few tell-tale signs that it’s time to see a doctor. We’ll also tell you how your doctor can help.

Your Legs Are Getting Swollen

If for no apparent reason you start experiencing sharp pain in your legs, then it could mean that one of your deep veins is being obstructed by a blood clot. If that is the case, that is a serious situation that should be assessed immediately. A lump under the skin could also be caused by a blood clot, but it could be caused by an inflamed vein as well. While this isn’t always indicative of a worse condition, it would be wise to consult a doctor as a preventive measure.

Sudden Bleeding

Another clear sign that something is wrong is if the skin that is covering the varicose veins starts bleeding either on its own or after contact. The skin that covers varicose veins has a tendency to be very thin and break easily. If your skin breaks easily especially around the varicose, consult a doctor immediately.

Home Treatment Aren’t Working

Many home treatments can be used to treat or reduce the appearance of varicose veins. Things like grape seed extract, centella asiatica and rutosides have all shown some results in the treatment of varicose veins. Changes to your diet can also be made to alleviate the symptoms. But if even after all these changes, the problem still persists or becomes worse, then it’s definitely time to see a professional.

What a Doctor Can Do for You

In addition to giving you a few pieces of advice on how to modify your lifestyle to reduce the occurrence of varicose veins, doctors have a wide variety of procedures that they can perform to shut veins completely.

One of the most popular treatments for varicose veins is sclerotherapy. With this method, the doctor injects a liquid into the veins that will force them to close. The liquid will scar the valve, causing it to close naturally. This procedure is rather simple and is usually performed on smaller veins.

Laser treatment is also increasing in popularity because of its non-invasive nature and great results. This method is usually performed on spider veins, but can also be done on bigger veins as well. For deep veins, a special fiber is inserted directly inside the vein and closed through laser ablation. Clinics like NY Metro Vein, for instance, specialize in laser varicose vein removal.

 

Varicose veins are very serious and go well beyond aesthetics. Neglecting to treat your varicose veins could lead to severe complications and even incapacitate you. If you notice any of the symptoms outlined in this article, make sure that you consult a doctor immediately.

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November 28, 2017

Sabrina Carpenter Wears Hat Attack and Rudsak!

LOS ANGELES, CA – November 27, 2017 – Sabrina Carpenter was photographed wearing Hat Attack and Rudsak in New York over the holiday weekend! The Girl Meets World actress kept warm wearing Hat Attack’s Fleecey Hat in Ivory ($50; www.hatattack.com) and Rudsak’s Stromboli Gloves in black( $78 www.rudsak.com) while attending the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 

 

Photos courtesy STARTRAKS

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November 27, 2017

It’s a Glam Thing “Beauty’s Best” Holiday 2017 Civilized Cosmetics Liquid Lip Suede

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November 24, 2017

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November 24, 2017

Glucosamine – A Necessary Ingredient for your Glam Pets

With aging, recovery process of in the body of every animal goes down. Having said that, we mean, your body loses more than it generates such as the number of cells or cartilages. That’s why you start feeling weak and joint pain, for instance, with the growing age. In the process, you gradually lose physical strength to work etc. Your pets are no different. In other words, your glam pets too can become a patient of osteoarthritis (a degenerative joint disease) with age. But, the good news is that glucosamine for dogs, for instance, can bring a real difference to your dog’s wellbeing.

A few facts about your pet care:

Being the owner of a pet, it is your responsibility to keep a check on its behavior from time to time, especially if you are quite busy during the weekdays. Like you, there are, in fact, many who can’t really afford time playing with their pets. There’s nothing so sorry about it. However, coming to the point, you must check your pet’s behavior regularly. You may see that with the growing age, your dog, for instance, is losing its zeal to move around you looking for some cuddling etc. when you are at home. This can be read as an early symptom of a joint pain or the degenerative cartilage at the joints.

As a remedial measure here, you have to start with a regular dose of glucosamine for dogs under the advice of a vet. It is important to consult a doctor in the first place since your understanding about the pet’s unwillingness to mobility may not be correct. In fact, seeking a doctor’s advice works like a stitch in time that saves nine here.

What is glucosamine?

In simple words, glucosamine is an amino derivative of glucose (popularly known as sugar) that helps in the synthesis of lipids as well as glycosylated proteins in an animal body. However, the concentration of glucosamine is high in a healthy cartilage. It means with the growing age of your pet, the concentration of glucosamine in the cartilage goes down thereby makes the cartilage fragile. This results in joint pain.

It is important to mention here that glycosaminoglycan is naturally produced by your pet’s body. But, with aging, the production of it goes down thereby hinders the recovery process of tissues and the cartilage of your pet. Therefore, you need to give your pet an external dose of glucosamine to support the recovery process there. At the same time, you would require spending time in training and exercise your pet on weekends, to say the least, so that the pet remains active and lives long.

Glucosamine supplements:

There is no dearth of glucosamine supplements in any market around the world. However, you can give glucosamine hydrochloride, NAG 1000, and glucosamine sulfate to your pet as the supplement. However, glucosamine sulfate is the most common supplement used by the pet owners.

On the whole, your glam pets need a special care and attention with its’ growing age. Once you do that, your pets will remain healthy and active during its’ lifetime.

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November 22, 2017

Are Diamonds Still A Girl’s Best Friend

 

There’s no denying the fact that diamonds aren’t going anywhere, anytime soon. Each year, more and more people seem to fall in love with this stone. Perhaps its appeal lies in the its versatility- a diamond lends itself to every kind of jewelry piece, from rings to tiaras. It can also be paired with any kind of outfit- modern, classic, ethnic and western. It also goes with every kind of metal- white or pink gold, platinum and silver. It can be paired with virtually any other stone- ruby, emerald, sapphire- you name it. It also makes for the perfect gift and grand gesture. No wonder then that its popularity continues to rise, unabated.

It’s in one area where the diamond truly shines- the engagement ring. For centuries, the diamond has been associated with this occasion of commitment and love. No other piece of jewelry but a ring can do in such a time. And what’s the better way of showing that the person matters to you than by gifting them a precious and rare thing like a diamond? A diamond engagement ring is mostly paired with a wedding band and so both rings need to complement each other and fit comfortably. The classic round cut is still popular, though art deco and square settings are fast gaining followers. Here, the diamond is a girl (and groom’s) best friend because with a ring on the finger, there’s no need to announce the new stage you’re in. If you’re looking to flaunt a piece of jewelry and show some bling, you can’t really think of anything but the diamond.

Women are doing more with their lives than being getting married. They are making strides in careers, public life, administration, politics and the world stage. No matter what the realm is- home, entertainment, social media, fashion, science and technology- women are making their presence felt.A diamond may not be the pinnacle of achievement for them, but it’s still important. A woman may gift herself a diamond when she gets yet another promotion and the coveted corner office. It makes a great gift to give others- something that can save tons of shopping trips and hassles; making it the best gift for a busy woman.

There’s no rule against buying yourself a diamond and more women are doing just that. Either to wear it and feel beautiful every day, or because they see it as a great investment for a rainy day. This is the point where a diamond is truly a girl’s best friend– as a nest egg for a different time. When the diamond is procured from a reputed jeweler, it comes with certification and that’s vital for when you need to re-sell it, or exchange it. Some day you may want an upgrade from the stone you presently have and certification helps.

Most jewelry is associated with happy occasions- a significant birthday, graduation, engagement, wedding, success. And the most common piece of jewelry we seem to like is the ring. And the most popular stone?The diamond.As long as that’s the case, this versatile stone will continue to shine and will continue to be a great companion in times of good and bad.

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