Nicotinamide | Vitamin B3 & Skin cancer
Nicotinamide is a form of Vitamin B3, also known as niacin or nicotinic acid. Nicotinamide has been shown to play an important role in...
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Erum Ilyas, MD, MBE, FAAD
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Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Oct 30
- 3 min
Green Tea in Skincare
Green tea has been a staple of diets in Asian cultures and increasing in popularity in Western countries. The consumption of green tea...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Sep 18
- 4 min
Turmeric | 8 Health Benefits, including if it's good for skin care
Turmeric is a spice that serves as a source of curcumin, a polyphenol. Curcumin has several health benefits and has been used in skin...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Sep 5
- 1 min
Vitamin A | Spinach Salad as a part of your Skin care Diet
Vitamin A plays a significant role in skin health with many anti-acne and anti-aging supplements including Vitamin A as a key ingredient....
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Aug 13
- 4 min
Forehead | Pigment, wrinkles, inflammation, dryness, pores & laxity
A lot can go on with the forehead. Some of the changes our forehead experiences as we age are anticipated, while others did not have to...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Jun 3
- 5 min
Foods & Rosacea
When it comes to rosacea it’s best to think of this as a skin condition that results in dilation of the blood vessels and is related to...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Feb 11
- 3 min
Foods and the Texture of your skin
Foods can play a role in triggering inflammation, oxidative stress, and glycation of proteins and lipids that can be damaging. Read...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Jan 8
- 3 min
Greens for your face
Greens tend to be packed with vitamins that can benefit our skin tremendously. Read more... Topics Which greens are the best for your...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Dec 25, 2022
- 1 min
DIY Avocado Face Mask
Avocado actually has a higher concentration of monounsaturated fats than olive oil. Read more... Photo: Wix Disclaimer: This page...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Dec 24, 2022
- 2 min
Black Licorice
Black licorice consumption has been associated with affecting clotting and potassium levels. Read more... Topics What is black licorice?...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Dec 21, 2022
- 3 min
Foods & Anti Aging
When it comes to reviewing the foods that are directly linked to younger-looking skin it's best to look at large studies to determine...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Dec 11, 2022
- 4 min
Black seed oil (Black cumin or Kalonji) | Health Benefits
There are numerous benefits associated with black seed oil that have been studied including its anti-inflammatory, antipyretic...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Nov 24, 2022
- 4 min
Acne & Diet | What's the story?
The story behind food and acne is not completely straightforward. Read more... Topics Why are there mixed answers on acne and diet? Are...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Oct 29, 2022
- 4 min
Vitamin E | An Overview for your skin
Vitamin E, also known as tocopherol, is an important anti-oxidant for the skin. Read more... Topics Can you explain what vitamin E is and...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Oct 29, 2022
- 2 min
Moringa
Moringa is a vitamin and nutrient-packed ‘superfood’. Read more... Topics What is moringa? What are the benefits of moringa? What are...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Oct 28, 2022
- 2 min
Bananas and your skin
Bananas, from peel to pulp, play a significant role in health and economies around the world. Read more... Topics Carotenoids and...
Dr. Erum Ilyas
- Sep 8, 2022
- 7 min
Rosacea | A complete guide to understanding your diagnosis
It’s best to think of Rosacea as a 'reactive' skin condition. The skin reacts to a trigger to result in the dilation of the blood vessels...
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