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Music as medicine: a sneak peak into Spa Executive’s 2024 trends guide

Spa Executive

Unlike “music therapy,” music medicine does not require the expertise or involvement of a trained professional engaging the participant but can be as simple as listening to recorded tunes. Feasibility studies have shown promising results for similar therapies to treat patients with Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis.

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Japanese onsen bathing may benefit gut microbiota

Spa Executive

While the study has limitations, such as the lack of a control group, it paves the way for future research to establish how these mineral properties can target specific microbial responses and develop improved therapies for various health issues. Beppu is a town famous for its hot springs.

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Japanese onsen bathing may benefit gut microbiota

Spa Executive

While the study has limitations, such as the lack of a control group, it paves the way for future research to establish how these mineral properties can target specific microbial responses and develop improved therapies for various health issues. Beppu is a town famous for its hot springs.

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Sirtuins: Benefits and How to Activate Them (2023)

Aesthetics Advisor

According to a 2011 study published in Current Pharmaceutical Design, with the help of fasting, it may offer protection against neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease ( 13 ). According to a 2011 study published in Hepatology, it may help to support liver function and body homeostasis ( 16 ).

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Nodular Acne

First Derm

3] For many years, oral antibiotics, mainly tetracyclines, have been the initial treatment choice for severe nodular acne, often resistant to other therapies. [3] Isotretinoin, an oral retinoid introduced in 1982, has emerged as the preferred therapy for severe acne, transforming its treatment landscape. [3] Published 2011 Mar 15.

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Epithelia Under Attack: The Skin, Gut, and Respiratory Barriers

The Dermatology Digest

2 In this review, we highlight the “epithelial barrier hypothesis” proposed by Akdis, discuss the important roles of the skin, gut, and respiratory barriers, and discuss novel therapies. This understanding allows for clinicians and researchers to develop preventative measures and therapies to restore epithelial barrier structure and function.

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Acne Nodulocystica (Nodular acne)

First Derm

3] For many years, oral antibiotics, mainly tetracyclines, have been the initial treatment choice for severe nodular acne, often resistant to other therapies. [3] Isotretinoin, an oral retinoid introduced in 1982, has emerged as the preferred therapy for severe acne, transforming its treatment landscape. [3] Published 2011 Mar 15.