Tuesday 21 August 2012

Vitiligo Causes and Symptoms

What is vitiligo and why is it given prominent attention among other skin disorders?  Vitiligo is nothing but skin discoloration due to the absence of melanocytes. These are the skin cells responsible for imbuing pigmentation to the skin. Compared to albinos, people suffering from Vitiligo are characterized by patches of depigmentation, especially in areas of the body where there are openings. In albinos, melanocytes are totally absent, leading to the absence of any color in the entire skin.

Experts suspect that the condition is brought about by several causes, although these are just hypotheses at best.  But looking deeper into one may conclude that there are some reasons to believe that they may be true. In this article, you are going to learn a bit about the causes of vitiligo, the symptoms of vitiligo, and about a natural treatment for vitiligo.

Tuesday 14 August 2012

Portable Alkaline Water Filters For Easy Access to a Healthy Drink

Learning how to make alkaline water and having a steady supply of it wherever you are is very important. You may take other types of water, but that isn’t advisable. You have to drink it regularly in order to benefit from its healing properties. During family outings or gatherings, or when you’re taking a trip, your alkaline water may run out or may not be immediately available. Preferably, avoid these situations. Why not bring your own portable alkaline water to ensure a steady supply?

 

Portable Alkaline Water Filters


One viable method is portable alkaline water filters. You can buy them from physical stores or online stores. Looking at them personally will not make any difference from buying them over the internet. Several brands are available, all claiming to be the best. Read the specs, ask your friends, and make concerted efforts by researching what type works best for you. There’s the jug type if you don’t want to refill more often. A shaker model is easier to deposit in your traveling bag or baggage. It’s also more convenient to use if you’re on the move. Replacement sticks are easy to buy, and changing the old ones with the new ones is a cinch.