What causes sudden itching?

Dr. Mehmet Oz, MD

Cardiology (Cardiovascular Disease)

Many people suffer from chronic itching. In Dr. Oz's view, itching is a minor form of pain, and your body is trying to tell you something. Watch this video for more facts about itching.

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Eat Sweet Potatoes for Wrinkle-Free Skin

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Eating Dark Chocolate May Protect Your Skin From the Sun

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Healthy Skin

Staying out of the sun and away from tanning beds is the easiest way to get great-looking skin. The suns UVB and UVA rays cause skin damage, which is prematurely aging, and skin cancer. Every day you should wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen, which blocks UVB and UVA rays, with an SPF of 15 or higher. Reapply at least every two hours while outdoors. For a dewy glow, use skin-care products with 10 ingredients or less to reduce irritation, use moisturizer and feed your skin from within. Dark chocolate and antioxidant-rich foods such as cantaloupe, citrus fruits, blueberries and leafy greens improve the skin’s appearance.

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