What's on the Table!? ~ Plant Medicine & Crone Wisdom

Noticeable changes in the skin including wrinkles, pigmentation spots, and loss of elasticity are considered a natural part of aging, but what is aging? Current medical science explains starting in what is called middle age, the bodily systems become more vulnerable to daily wear and tear. During the latter half of our life span, an individual is more prone to have problems with various functions of the body. It is interesting to note that as far as scientists know, currently there is no hormone or code that causes death or self-destruction. We have ‘Aging Theories’ that range in hypothesis from preprogramed cellular divisions determining our life span, to a loss of molecular changes in the protein molecules of body tissues, or the over abundance of free-radical activity resulting in degenerative disease. Although Haas and Levin from Stayin Healthy with Nutrition state signs of age come with changes in our bodily systems resulting in poor delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the tissues

Not sure what to do this weekend with left over egg whites! ?  We do: Benefits of An Egg Face Mask Eggs are one of the many healthy super foods found in homes as an essential staple. Not only do eggs give your body protein when you consume them in various forms, but eggs also nourish your hair and skin. Thanks to lutein, eggs can hydrate and enhance the elasticity of your skin, and protein helps repair face tissues. Egg whites firm, tighten and tone your skin without the harsh chemicals found in some face washes.  While egg masks don’t need to be a part of your daily skincare regimen, they can be a way to vary up your usual beauty routine or for a fun girls’ evening in with movies and manicures. Besides, why waste so much money on an expensive face mask from the store when you can use basic ingredients found in your kitchen? It’s time to pamper yourself with some homemade face mask recipes. But is an egg face mask good for you? Is it a myth that egg whites can benefit your skin? Variou