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Dermatology is the branch of medicine specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the skin, hair, and nails, as well as the mucous membranes of the mouth and nose.
Common Conditions Treated
Dermatologists manage more than 3,000 distinct conditions, ranging from minor cosmetic issues to life-threatening diseases:
- Skin Diseases: Acne, eczema (dermatitis), psoriasis, rosacea, and vitiligo.
- Infections: Warts, nail fungus, and bacterial or viral skin infections.
- Cancers: Basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma.
- Hair & Nails: Alopecia (hair loss), scalp disorders, and nail deformities.
Specialty Areas
- Medical Dermatology: Focuses on chronic diseases and internal health issues that manifest on the skin.
- Surgical Dermatology: Involves procedures like mole removal, cyst excision, and Mohs micrographic surgery for skin cancer.
Turn that collagen switch back on!
At Theron Horticulture, my studies led me to these areas of study for anti-aging:
- Cellular Biology
- Clinical Dermatology
- Hormone Therapy
- Molecular Signaling
Through understanding burnt trauma unit patients, the answer to anti-aging is obvious.
Bioactive peptides are short chains of amino acids, typically 2 to 40 residues long, that are inactive when part of their parent protein but become active after being released through enzymatic hydrolysis or fermentation, exerting a beneficial effect on the body’s functions. They act as signaling agents, modulating various physiological processes, and are used in functional foods, nutraceuticals, and pharmaceuticals due to their health-promoting properties.
Health Benefits and Applications
Bioactive peptides have been shown to have a wide range of positive effects on human health. Specific applications depend on the peptide’s amino acid sequence and structure.
- Antihypertensive effects: Many peptides act as natural ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors, helping to lower blood pressure in individuals with hypertension.
- Antioxidant activity: They can scavenge free radicals and reduce oxidative stress, which contributes to preventing chronic diseases and the aging process.
- Antimicrobial properties: Some peptides are effective against a range of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses, and are being researched as potential alternatives to conventional antibiotics.
- Immunomodulatory effects: They can help regulate the immune system, acting as anti-inflammatory agents to manage conditions like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
- Cholesterol-lowering effects: Certain peptides have been shown to help reduce blood cholesterol levels and promote the excretion of bile acids, benefiting cardiovascular health.
- Antidiabetic effects: Peptides derived from sources like camel milk protein and fish protein have demonstrated anti-diabetic potential by improving insulin sensitivity and regulating blood sugar.
- Improved muscle and connective tissue health: In sports nutrition, specific peptides (like collagen peptides) have been linked to enhanced muscle recovery, increased muscle mass and strength, and the prevention of connective tissue injuries.
- Skin health and anti-aging: Cosmetic and supplement applications include using peptides to improve skin elasticity, promote collagen and elastin production, and protect against UV damage and inflammation.
These 5 ingredients hold the secret to Anti-Aging
Combining these ingridients is the secret to anti-aging.
