Victory in Red

After recent findings in healthy benefits obtained from the modest consumption of red wine, consumers can now choose the color red without much hesitation. Intriguingly, the skins and seeds of red grapes hold a compound called resveratrol- now a victor in its life-extending properties.

Resveratrol is an anti-inflammatory agent with antioxidant roles. It has been seen to prolong the life of worms, yeast, and fruit flies.

According to researchers in Johns Hopkins University, modest intake of red wine has been shown to protect the brain from damage post stroke. A study conducted in mice suggested that resveratrol increases the level of a protective enzyme in the brain, which helps to defend nerve cells.

In the realm of weight loss, a study done on lemurs (in France) have also shown improving effects in metabolism and energy intake. After the supplementation of resveratrol in these animals, there was a decrease in food intake and in body mass gain. Such results are promising to the treatment of obesity.

To conclude these advantageous results, a human study from the University of Buffalo showed resveratrol’s healthful effect in preventing the generation of free-radicals (which is responsible for damage to our cells and blood vessel lining).

With such triumphant outcomes, wine drinkers everywhere are saying “yes” to red.

- by Shielvy Wong

iwi Fresh & Lucky Magazine

One part Whole Foods, another the beauty counter at your favorite upscale department store, iwi Fresh is the latest 100% natural organic skincare line. Using everything from chocolates to veggies to fruits, the products are so fresh, that some of them must be kept refrigerated. With rich and unique formulas for your face, body and hair, iwi Fresh is committed to serving its customers the highest in quality while redefining the meaning of feeling and looking sensational.

For more than eight years, Yolanda Owens, gourmet cosmetic chef and founder of iwi Fresh, has been dedicated to making people feel and look fantastic the natural way. Starting out creating natural skincare products for herself and friends, it wasn’t long before Owens knew she had something unique to offer consumers. Thus the birth of iwi Fresh.

“Natural food for your skin” is the mantra of this burgeoning Atlanta-based skincare company. With an aim to bring new fresh energy to the skin with healthy nutritious & chemical-free products, you can’t help but to fall in love with iwi Fresh. One of the most sought after products in the skincare line is the 14 Carrot Glow, a veggie face cream that will leave your skin feeling like 14 karat gold. Its feature in the February issue of Lucky Magazine proves that this product, along with iwi Fresh’s other products are a true treat for the skin and body. To learn more about iwi Fresh check out www.iwifresh.com.