Prof. Dr. Christine Lang
24. Oct 2022
Atopic dermatitis, Microbiome
Close to ten percent of the German population live with atopic dermatitis (or atopic eczema) of varying severity, affecting children significantly more frequently than adults (cf. https://idw-online.de/de/news801285). That is why new treatments are constantly being researched – always in an effort to stay clear of drugs with significant side effects, opting for different, natural and
Prof. Dr. Christine Lang20. Jul 2022summer, sweating
During hot summers, with temperatures similar to those we experienced this June, we sweat easily. To start with, this is simply our body’s natural cooling response – but which is not without drawbacks. Excessive sweating may be harmful to our healthy skin flora or skin microbiome and cause skin diseases. Doctors distinguish between physiological sweating –
Prof. Dr. Christine Lang21. Apr 2022moisture loss
How can we protect our skin from moisture loss? This is a question that is much on people’s mind, in particular for those who suffer from dry skin, itching, or inflammatory skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis. Scientists at the US National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) have found that skin with a
Prof. Dr. Christine Lang22. Oct 2021Microbiome
A community of millions of different bacteria – referred to as the microbiome – populate our skin. It consists of good, healthy bacteria which keep pathogenic bacteria (which cause infections) down to a level at which both our skin flora and the protective skin barrier remain at a healthy balance. Once the microbiome becomes unbalanced, pathogenic bacteria
Prof. Dr. Christine Lang9. Jul 2021face mask acne, mascne
For a good 18 months now, we’ve been in the grip of the Corona pandemic, and covering your mouth and nose (face mask) has turned out to be one of the key countermeasures – cloth and everyday masks to begin with, later followed by FFP2 or surgical masks. They may offer protection from aerosols, but
Dr. Lilly Skalden15. Apr 2021Baby Skin
When bacteria are mentioned in connection with babies or toddlers, this often leads to fear of infection and diseases. However, we also have to be aware that bacteria are crucially important to baby’s wellbeing and healthy development. This applies in particular to baby skin which shouldn’t come in contact with skin disinfectants, soap, or aggressive
Prof. Dr. Christine Lang29. Jan 2021wound healing
It is not only in the time of Covid-19 that we’re supposed to wash our hands frequently in order to remove viruses, bacteria, and pathogens. This, we’re told, plays a crucial role in preventing wound infection and promoting wound healing. Last summer, the University of Tübingen published a study which, while not negating the preceding
Dr. Lilly Skalden17. Sep 2020dry skin
Once summer is over, it is important to take care of your – often dry – skin and get it fit for the fall. What many of us enjoy doing during the summer stresses for our skin: sun, UV-rays, and heat, with wind and salty air to boot during seaside holidays. Excessive tanning may dehydrate
Prof. Dr. Christine Lang25. Jun 2020Cosmetics, Gemüse, Kosmetik, Vegetables
So far, we’ve already highlighted the health advantages of fermented vegetables several times on this website: Foods such as sauerkraut are rich in lactic acid bacteria which keep the gut flora healthy, strengthening our immune system. In much the same vein, professional publications emphasise the positive role played by lactic acid bacteria for a healthy
Prof. Dr. Christine Lang20. Mar 2020
The current coronavirus threat has led experts to call for regular handwashing with soap. You are advised to use plenty of soap and to wash your hands for a minimum of 20 to 30 seconds. In our current situation, this is both cogent and the right thing to do – we have to break the
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