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<title>Vicky Massey - EzineArticles Expert Author</title>
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<description><![CDATA[I am a writer and researcher with a special interest in health related problems.  I have a degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine and qualifications in nutrition, massage, aromatherapy and yoga.]]></description>
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<title>What You Need to Know About Topical Retinoids to Treat Severe Plaque Psoriasis</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Plaque psoriasis is the most common form of psoriasis affecting around 90% of all those suffering with this skin disease. Usually mild to moderate psoriasis can be treated effectively by topical medications, but in more stubborn or severe cases it needs something stronger and more effective. This is why oral retinoids are prescribed.  Here we will discuss one of these oral retinoids, Soriatane.]]></description>
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<title>Is Coal Tar an Effective Psoriasis Cure?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Coal tar has been used for many years as a topical preparation in the treatment of psoriasis.  However, in recent years the use of coal tar has been discouraged because it contains possible carcinogens. I will look at the evidence and consider whether coal tar is as an effective psoriasis cure and whether it's a safe treatment option.]]></description>
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<title>Do You Have Scalp Psoriasis Symptoms Or is it Just Dandruff?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[It is often difficult to tell the difference between scalp psoriasis and dandruff.  This is because both share similar symptoms such as itchy scalp and white flakes of dead skin cells.  However, there is a difference between these two scalp problems and it's important to know the difference in order to seek the correct treatment.  I will look at both scalp psoriasis symptoms and dandruff symptoms, together with the possible causes and treatment options.]]></description>
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<title>Is A Zinc Deficiency a Cause of Psoriasis?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[A recent study has found that there was a marked zinc deficiency in many of their patients with psoriasis and this could be a possible cause of psoriasis. Zinc is important for its antioxidant benefits which are critical for good skin health.  I'm going to look at why zinc is good for your skin and what steps you can take if you think you have a zinc deficiency.]]></description>
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<title>The Top Five Natural Psoriasis Cream Ingredients</title>
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<description><![CDATA[There are so many natural psoriasis creams on the market that it can often be difficult to decide which cream is the best one to use and which ingredients to watch out for. Here are my top five natural psoriasis cream ingredients: Oregon grape, aloe vera, Dead Sea salts, tea tree oil and vitamin E. My choice is based upon both scientific and empirical evidence.]]></description>
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<title>Why An Oregon Grape is an Effective Natural Treatment For Psoriasis</title>
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<description><![CDATA[When looking for an effective natural treatment for psoriasis, look no further than the Oregon grape.  You may not have heard of this extraordinary herb that is now being touted as a safe and extremely successful treatment for mild to moderate psoriasis.  What exactly is the Oregon grape and why all the hype?]]></description>
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<title>Best Skin Care For Rosacea</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:03:52 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Rosacea can be an extremely embarrassing and distressing condition to suffer from.  The skin can look so red, dry and flaky that people may think that you are sun burned, so flushed that you look like you're going through the menopause or like a teenager because of all the pimples and spots.  The best way to treat rosacea is to look after your skin and use the best skin care products available.  I'm going to discuss the best skin care for rosacea and I will recommend particular types of products.]]></description>
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<title>Why Topical Rosacea Creams Help Reduce Redness</title>
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<description><![CDATA[The use of topical creams to treat rosacea is one of the main treatment options.  Creams not only help to moisturize the skin and prevent dryness, but also contain other beneficial ingredients.  Here we will look at why topical rosacea creams help to reduce redness and which ingredients you should be looking out for.]]></description>
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<title>Why Nutritional Supplements Should Be Part of Your Natural Treatment For Rosacea</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Rosacea is common skin disorder that affects many adults between the ages of thirty to fifty years.  Even though the causes of rosacea are still unclear, many factors are suspected including vitamin deficiencies and digestive disorders.  As we get older our bodies are put under a great deal of stress. The result can be poor absorption of vitamins and minerals and a reduced stomach acid. This could account for why rosacea is common in mature adults.  Here I will look at the possible causes in more detail and offer solutions to help improve and possibly cure your rosacea.]]></description>
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<title>The Pros and Cons of Treating Ocular Rosacea With Doxycycline</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:25:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[At least 50-50% of rosacea sufferers also have the symptoms of ocular rosacea which include burning, grittiness, swollen and inflamed eye lids and bloodshot eyes.  If not treated effectively this can lead to potentially serious consequences. I will look at the pros and cons of using doxycycline, an antibiotic frequently used to treat ocular rosacea.]]></description>
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<title>The Best Rosacea Treatment Cream - Metronidazole Vs Finacea</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:24:48 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Two of the most common treatment options prescribed in the treatment of rosacea are metronidazole cream and finacea gel. Both these topical antibiotics are prescribed for the mild to moderate symptoms of rosacea, but is one better than the other? Based upon research that has been undertaken, I will discuss how effective these creams are and whether one is more effective than the other.]]></description>
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<title>Why Cucumber is a Cool Rosacea Remedy</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:20:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Back in 1597, John Gerard, a famous English herbalist, talked about the healing properties of cucumber, recommending that eating a soup made with cucumber and oatmeal three times a day would combat a fiery and pimply complexion.  Since then there has been much anecdotal evidence to suggest that this much used vegetable is helpful in reducing the facial redness and swelling of rosacea.  Here I will look at why cucumber is a cool remedy for rosacea and how to apply it to the skin.]]></description>
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<title>Understanding and Treating Rosacea Symptoms</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:17:26 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Rosacea is a skin problem that affects mostly adults between the ages of 30-50 years. Like so many other skin diseases, the exact cause of rosacea is not fully known although there are various related factors. By understanding the causes and symptoms of rosacea you can choose the most appropriate treatment option.]]></description>
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<title>How to Avoid Common Trigger Factors and Cure Your Eczema</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 10:06:00 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are several common trigger factors that can possibly cause a flare up of eczema such as house dust mites, pet hair and scratchy clothing. This article will discuss these trigger factors and offer tips on how to avoid them.]]></description>
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<title>Do Chinese Herbal Remedies For Eczema Work?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 10:09:44 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[People nowadays are very interested in natural eczema remedies such as Chinese herbs. Chinese herbs have long been used in the treatment of chronic skin diseases.  The use of Chinese herbs is a part Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), an age old system which sees disease as an imbalance and disharmony in the body's energy system.  The aim of Chinese herbs is to address the underlying disharmony and bring the body back into balance.  This article will answer the question whether Chinese herbal remedies work in the treatment of eczema and are they a safe alternative to conventional treatments.]]></description>
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<title>What is the Best Eczema Cream For Your Baby?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 10:06:30 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Nothing can be worse than seeing your baby covered with red, dry or scaly skin that they can't stop scratching. To stop the itching, the best thing you can do is to keep your baby's skin moist by applying a generous amount of eczema cream several times a day, especially after a bath. To help you decide on a cream, we will look at three different eczema creams specially formulated for babies.]]></description>
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<title>Eczema Relief - Conventional, Dietary and Herbal Treatment Options</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 10:05:51 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Eczema is an unpleasant condition where the skin is covered by patches of red, raised skin that is intensely itchy. Eczema usually starts in infancy, with a high percentage of cases occurring before the age of six months. Although most children grow out of it, it is not uncommon to get eczema in adulthood. The best eczema treatment is to try to avoid any possible triggers, but if you do have a flare-up, here are some of the treatment options for eczema relief.]]></description>
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<title>Eczema Diet - Seven Chinese Food Secrets That Will Change Your Life</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 09:45:17 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Eczema can make life a misery for children as well as adults with red, dry, thick and scaly skin that is constantly itching. For many people, eczema is triggered off by an allergic reaction to specific foods and avoiding these foods can relieve the symptoms.  Chinese dietary therapy is a holistic system of treatment, part of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which looks at diet in a completely different way from our western diets. Here I will give you my Seven Chinese Foods secrets that will help your eczema and change your life.]]></description>
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<title>Five Top Alternative Eczema Cures</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 09:42:19 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[So many products these days contain synthetic chemicals and other toxic ingredients that more and more people are turning to alternative eczema cures. We are going to look at five top alternative eczema cures, all of them made from natural ingredients obtained from sources such as plants, flowers, herbs and foods. These are a great alternative as they don't contain any harmful chemicals and are great for you - inside and out.]]></description>
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<title>Best Acne Cream - Just Add Turmeric</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 10:27:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are so many creams available to treat acne, that it is often difficult to decide what to try. However, there is a cream that you can make at home using a common Indian spice, Turmeric. Turmeric has so many wonderful healing properties that make it great for skin. Discover the benefits of Turmeric and how it can it can heal your skin.]]></description>
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<title>How to Get Rid of Acne Scars - Are Invasive Treatments Best?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 10:13:10 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When looking for ways to get rid of acne scars you may have come across various different treatment options. How do you know what the best treatments are and do they work? In this article we will look at the various treatment options available and discuss whether invasive treatments such as laser resurfacing and chemical peels are better than less invasive treatments such as topical creams and ointments.]]></description>
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<title>How Adult Acne Treatments Differ From Teenage Acne Treatments</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 09:46:17 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When you think about acne, do you think about spotty teenagers with oily skin and greasy hair? Well you'd be right, because acne affects around 85% of teenagers, affecting more boys than girls. This is because acne is caused by the over-activity of the sebaceous glands that secrete oil onto the skin during puberty. During adolescence there is a sharp increase in the production of androgens in the body which stimulate the sebaceous glands. This is why acne affects more teenagers than adults. ]]></description>
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<title>How to Get Rid of Acne Scars Using Manuka Honey</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 09:31:25 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many treatments to get rid of acne scars require invasive surgical treatments. However, there is one treatment that is 100% natural, has no known side effects and has been scientifically proven to successfully heal wounds and scars - Manuka Honey. Find out more about this miracle cure.]]></description>
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<title>8 Tips to Avoid Getting Acne Cysts</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 09:25:54 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Acne cysts are those horrible lumps under the skin that are often inflamed and painful.  If you are not careful, acne cysts can destroy healthy skin tissue and can cause horrible and unsightly scarring. Discover the secrets of how to avoid getting acne cysts in the first place.]]></description>
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<title>Why Coming Off Milk May Keep Acne Away</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 07:08:17 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Does drinking cow's milk cause acne?  More and more doctors, nutritionists and scientists are now convinced that cow's milk plays a huge part in triggering acne.  Discover what alternatives you can have to replace milk to keep your skin free from acne.]]></description>
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