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While the awesome antioxidant powers of the pomegranate have been featured in previous issues of the DNN new research suggests consumption of this ruby beauty may even help enhance sun protection.

Internationally renowned dermatologist Howard Murad, MD, assistant clinical professor at UCLA and founder of Murad, Inc. recently presented results of a study which found that ingested pomegranate extract appeared to increase protection of regular sunscreen up to 23%.

Other research has demonstrated that topical applicati  Continue...

"LATTE LATHER"

By Dr. Susan Lark

The secret to subduing your cellulite might lie no farther than your kitchen pantry. Renowned clinician, author, lecturer and innovative product developer Dr. Susan Lark is one of the foremost authorities in the fields of clinical nutrition and preventive medicine. Her free, bi-weekly health updates contain all kinds of useful information, plus fun beauty recipes, like the natural ingredients coffee scrub reprinted below.

As Dr. Lark explains: "One of the best remedies I've seen for using massage to treat cellulite involves coffee grounds. The grounds not only work themselves into the dimples and po  Continue...

AFTER-BEACH BANANA MASK

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The banana's B and C vitamins, potassium and fiber will help give you a healthy glow when you put them on your cereal, but what about when you put them on your face? No, were not talking about missing your mouth, but rather mixing up a moisturizing mask to nourish your complexion.

Ingredients:
1 mashed ripe banana
2 teaspoons jojoba oil

Directions:
Mash banana together with jojoba oil so that it forms a creamy paste. Spread a thin layer onto face and neck. Let sit for 10 to 20 minutes. Wipe off using a warm, wet washcloth; rinse away any remaining residue. Spritz with green tea toner, follow with your favorite moisturizer.

While this beauty mask can be used at a  Continue...