Dr.Mantena Satyanarayana Raju Dr . Mantena Satyanarayana Raju is an embodiment of all virtues.He is a god sent gift to entire mankind in modern day living where we are subjected to all kinds of chemical toxins.He strongly propounds that Naturopathy is a way of living (Naural Life Style) by which you can lead a happy and healthy life.This young man is creating history in the realms of health sciences at large. Watch his programs in MAA TV and in Sanskruti Channel .Manthena Satya Narayana, Manthena Satyanarayana Raju, the famous health and diet expert of AP, India. Maintaining the good health from doing some simple health care tips and avoiding the food which causes illness. In His Episodes he tells about health and deit like Reducing Excess Weight Problem, How to Cure Diabetes Problem Etc.,
List of His Programs
Morning Yoga and Mee Aarogyam mee Chetullo in Maa TV.
His Speech and Aarogyame Maha Bhagyam in Samskruti TV Channel
Aarogyame Maha Bhagyam is a Telugu TV program which is telecasted by Devotional Channel “Samskruthi”. This is a program which tells about health tips and suggestions.
You can watch his Maa TV and Samskruti. episode programs in youtube online.
http://in.youtube.com/
To Know more about him visit the following website.
http://www.telugubhakti.com/telugupages/Celebrities/Naturopathy/drmantena.html
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Friday, July 18, 2008
Music for Healing and Meditaion by Sri Ganapati Sachchidananda Swamiji
Listen the Music For Healing and Meditation:
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Thursday, June 5, 2008
Swami Ramdev's Yoga programs
Swami Ramdev Ji
P.P. Swami Ramdev ji maharaj has been daily announcing on Aastha Channel, since year 2002 that persons who are suffering from incurable diseases like High BP,Diabetes, Cancer, etc.; they should instantly start doing Pranayama Yoga for permanent cure without medicines."It is your birth right to persist disease free, healthy, fit, slim, looking beautiful & younger, in complete peace of mind and get back robust health, better than your age" says P.P. Swami Ramdev Ji Maharaj.
Do not lose desire, do not spend time on expensive treatments, when Indian Pranayama Yoga is there to help you out. God helps those, who help themselves with Pranayama Yoga.Almost all diseases are cured permanently without spending money on costly medicines, operations or surgery. Hope you shall take this in positive spirits & give it a serious thought.It is surprising, but it is true that this is the cheapest and the only permanent cure to most of incurable diseases.Just start doing yoga first, There is no harm in doing small breathing exercises, as Pranayama Yoga has no side effects.
His Holiness Swami Ramdevji Maharaj is first, in the world health history, to use freely available Pran (Oxygen) as a medicine and in turn remains successful in treating thousands of grief stricken persons suffering from lethal diseases like Diabetes, H.B.P., Angina, Blockages in Arteries, Obesity, Asthma, Bronchitis, Leucoderma, Depression, Parkinson, Insomnia, - Migraine, Thyroid, Arthritis, Cervical Spondalities, Hepatitis, Chronic Renal Failure, Cancer, Cirrhosis of Liver, Gas, Constipation, Acidity etc. which are still a challenge in modern medical science.His incessant endeavors to measure medicinal value of Pran (Oxygen) will soon give new turn to modern medical science. His VCDs, DVDs,Audio Cassette and books on Yoga & Pranayama are available in English & Hindi Languages.
Ramdev Swami Ji's T.V. Programmes
1. Aastha Channel (National)
5.30 A.M.-8.00 A.M. & 8.00 P.M.-9.00 P.M.
2. Aastha Channel (International)
5.00 A.M.-7.30 A.M. & 7.00 P.M.-8.00 P.M.
3. India T.V.(Yog Science)
6.30 A.M.-7.00 A.M & 1.30 P.M.-2.00 P.M.
4. Sahara Samay (Ramban)
5.30 A.M.-6.00 A.M
5. Sahara One
6.30 A.M.-7.00 A.M
6. Star News (Yog Yatra)
6.30 A.M.-7.30 A.M.
ॐ तत् सत्
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Our Health
Our Health is most important than anything else. We have to maintain our health with proper food habits, exercise and good sleep. If we do daily Pranayama, Yoga and Meditation with proper food habits, we will be very healthy.
In this Blog I will try my best to provide information on Ayurveda and Yoga from Various Sources which are explained theoretically and practically with the weblinks.
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Friday, August 28, 2009
Homeopathic Remedies and Tips for some Common Ailments
Homeopathic Remedies and Tips for some Common Ailments
Over the years, I have experimented with many homeopathic remedies for common ailments and have found a few to be very effective. In this short article with Homeopathic Tips, I will give some specific remedies for specific problems. They may or may not work for your particular symptoms, but have in general, been found to be very effective with most people.
As many, already know, homeopathy works on the basis of symptoms of the problem. The remedy is matched to a particular set of symptoms and is taken in correct potency to be effective. There are many resources on the net and various books that will give detailed symptoms and remedy matching. However for the purpose of this article, I will cut through all the ‘confusion’ that is inadvertently created by these many various practitioners and give some simple cures.
Homeopathy is considered safe and US FDA does not even consider the remedies to be medicines, because of the very minute amount of actual remedy present in a specific potency. However, there are millions of people who have benefited from remedies which are easy to procure and apply. I never recommend self medication in cases where doctors advice is necessary and required and these remedies are given with an ‘over the counter’ approach in mind.
A common problem faced by adults and children alike is the Common Cold. Stuffy nose, flowing nose, sniffling and headache symptoms are best treated by Gelsemium Sempervirens. Repeated doses of this remedy in 30 CH potency every 2 hours helps in controlling the symptoms and gives relief. The remedy can be easily taken for 3-4 days reducing the doses to once every 4 hours after the first day.
Minor Coughs and irritated throats can be treated with Belladonna in potency 30CH. In case of pain in the throat and/or inflamed tonsils, this remedy can be alternated with Mercurius Solubilis in potency 30CH. This can be alternated every 2 hours till relief is felt.
Many adults and young children face the problem of constipation and / or indigestion. One easy remedy to keep at home for regular use is Nux Vomica in potency 30CH. A few doses taken during the day will help in alleviating symptoms in most cases.
When we suffer from a loose stomach and Diarrhoea, normally there is little recourse but antibiotics. However I suggest before starting strong medication which may have side effects the following homeopathic remedy may be tried. It is very specific for a set of symptoms but the combination of remedies; I am suggesting, will work in most cases. Give one dose of Ipecacuanha 200C and then alternate Arsenic Album 30CH with Podophylum 30CH. If relief is experienced after 4-5 doses, then continue for another 3-4 days in the same sequence.
The above remedies will not work in all cases because Homeopathic treatments are symptom dependent and it is important to go to a trained Homeopath to get the correct matching remedy. However, my practical experience says that they work in most cases. I have found relief in many cases and hope you will also find the information useful.
Over the years, I have experimented with many homeopathic remedies for common ailments and have found a few to be very effective. In this short article with Homeopathic Tips, I will give some specific remedies for specific problems. They may or may not work for your particular symptoms, but have in general, been found to be very effective with most people.
As many, already know, homeopathy works on the basis of symptoms of the problem. The remedy is matched to a particular set of symptoms and is taken in correct potency to be effective. There are many resources on the net and various books that will give detailed symptoms and remedy matching. However for the purpose of this article, I will cut through all the ‘confusion’ that is inadvertently created by these many various practitioners and give some simple cures.
Homeopathy is considered safe and US FDA does not even consider the remedies to be medicines, because of the very minute amount of actual remedy present in a specific potency. However, there are millions of people who have benefited from remedies which are easy to procure and apply. I never recommend self medication in cases where doctors advice is necessary and required and these remedies are given with an ‘over the counter’ approach in mind.
A common problem faced by adults and children alike is the Common Cold. Stuffy nose, flowing nose, sniffling and headache symptoms are best treated by Gelsemium Sempervirens. Repeated doses of this remedy in 30 CH potency every 2 hours helps in controlling the symptoms and gives relief. The remedy can be easily taken for 3-4 days reducing the doses to once every 4 hours after the first day.
Minor Coughs and irritated throats can be treated with Belladonna in potency 30CH. In case of pain in the throat and/or inflamed tonsils, this remedy can be alternated with Mercurius Solubilis in potency 30CH. This can be alternated every 2 hours till relief is felt.
Many adults and young children face the problem of constipation and / or indigestion. One easy remedy to keep at home for regular use is Nux Vomica in potency 30CH. A few doses taken during the day will help in alleviating symptoms in most cases.
When we suffer from a loose stomach and Diarrhoea, normally there is little recourse but antibiotics. However I suggest before starting strong medication which may have side effects the following homeopathic remedy may be tried. It is very specific for a set of symptoms but the combination of remedies; I am suggesting, will work in most cases. Give one dose of Ipecacuanha 200C and then alternate Arsenic Album 30CH with Podophylum 30CH. If relief is experienced after 4-5 doses, then continue for another 3-4 days in the same sequence.
The above remedies will not work in all cases because Homeopathic treatments are symptom dependent and it is important to go to a trained Homeopath to get the correct matching remedy. However, my practical experience says that they work in most cases. I have found relief in many cases and hope you will also find the information useful.
Morning Sickness Cures
Morning Sickness Cures
Morning sickness is an unavoidable part and parcel of pregnancy. It may start as early as 4- 6 weeks of being pregnant and may subside by itself within a month or two. However some women may experience, these symptoms of vomiting and nausea during the first six months off and on.
Experts are divided over what causes morning sickness. However most do agree, that hormonal and other changes taking place in the body during pregnancy cause this unfortunate side effect which has to be tolerated, more often than not. We will not discuss what causes morning sickness in this article, but try and find some natural herbal solutions which are safe and effective.
The following natural remedies and herbal solutions may not work for everyone. However, it may be worthwhile to try a few of these remedies to check, what works best for you. Patients suffering from other health complications may need to consult a doctor before trying these remedies, so do take care. Use discretion, common sense and doctor's advice in all suspect cases.
Raw grapes are rich in oxalic, recemic, malic and tartaric acid and ozotised matters. The presence of these acids makes them taste sour and tart. Pickled raw grapes in vinegar with salt and pepper taken on an empty stomach in the morning are a very useful remedy for morning sickness, nausea and vomiting.
Tender fruit of guava (without pips) taken with butter milk in the morning will help the stomach stabilize and prevent vomiting. This is an effective remedy for morning sickness.
Try taking 200 ml of fresh orange juice with 3-4 grams of pepper and a pinch of salt added in it first thing in the morning. This concoction will also help in preventing morning sickness.
Sour pomegranate juice (10 ml) mixed with equal amounts of honey taken in the morning and once during the day is also an effective cure for this problem. Do note that the 'sour' is more effective than the 'sweet' version of the fruit.
Another time tested remedy is fresh lemonade prepared with 10 ml of fresh lime juice and 3-4 teaspoons of sugar mixed with a pinch of salt in cold water. Enjoy the refreshing drink in the morning to control vomiting and nausea.
Homeopathy can be quite effective in controlling nausea and vomiting. It is considered safe by practitioners and can be effective depending upon your symptoms. Try alternating Ipecac 30CH with Nux Vomica 30CH every 2 hours for 3-4 days to find relief. If you find this is working, continue for 7-10 days and keep it handy for S O S usage. Try looking for a trained Homeopath in your area and discuss the problem with him/her. You may be surprised with the effectiveness of the remedies.
There are other remedies suggested by 'experts' which include fresh ginger tea, sucking on ginger candies, avoiding strong smells, avoiding extremes in temperature and reducing stress levels.
It may be noted that most remedies are geared towards stabilizing the stomach and trying to mitigate the symptoms of vomiting, nausea and dizziness ( in some cases). There is really no fully effective cure. The body will fix itself in 5-6 weeks and symptoms and sickness will decrease and vanish by themselves. These remedies will just help in keeping things going without too much bother.
Morning sickness is an unavoidable part and parcel of pregnancy. It may start as early as 4- 6 weeks of being pregnant and may subside by itself within a month or two. However some women may experience, these symptoms of vomiting and nausea during the first six months off and on.
Experts are divided over what causes morning sickness. However most do agree, that hormonal and other changes taking place in the body during pregnancy cause this unfortunate side effect which has to be tolerated, more often than not. We will not discuss what causes morning sickness in this article, but try and find some natural herbal solutions which are safe and effective.
The following natural remedies and herbal solutions may not work for everyone. However, it may be worthwhile to try a few of these remedies to check, what works best for you. Patients suffering from other health complications may need to consult a doctor before trying these remedies, so do take care. Use discretion, common sense and doctor's advice in all suspect cases.
Raw grapes are rich in oxalic, recemic, malic and tartaric acid and ozotised matters. The presence of these acids makes them taste sour and tart. Pickled raw grapes in vinegar with salt and pepper taken on an empty stomach in the morning are a very useful remedy for morning sickness, nausea and vomiting.
Tender fruit of guava (without pips) taken with butter milk in the morning will help the stomach stabilize and prevent vomiting. This is an effective remedy for morning sickness.
Try taking 200 ml of fresh orange juice with 3-4 grams of pepper and a pinch of salt added in it first thing in the morning. This concoction will also help in preventing morning sickness.
Sour pomegranate juice (10 ml) mixed with equal amounts of honey taken in the morning and once during the day is also an effective cure for this problem. Do note that the 'sour' is more effective than the 'sweet' version of the fruit.
Another time tested remedy is fresh lemonade prepared with 10 ml of fresh lime juice and 3-4 teaspoons of sugar mixed with a pinch of salt in cold water. Enjoy the refreshing drink in the morning to control vomiting and nausea.
Homeopathy can be quite effective in controlling nausea and vomiting. It is considered safe by practitioners and can be effective depending upon your symptoms. Try alternating Ipecac 30CH with Nux Vomica 30CH every 2 hours for 3-4 days to find relief. If you find this is working, continue for 7-10 days and keep it handy for S O S usage. Try looking for a trained Homeopath in your area and discuss the problem with him/her. You may be surprised with the effectiveness of the remedies.
There are other remedies suggested by 'experts' which include fresh ginger tea, sucking on ginger candies, avoiding strong smells, avoiding extremes in temperature and reducing stress levels.
It may be noted that most remedies are geared towards stabilizing the stomach and trying to mitigate the symptoms of vomiting, nausea and dizziness ( in some cases). There is really no fully effective cure. The body will fix itself in 5-6 weeks and symptoms and sickness will decrease and vanish by themselves. These remedies will just help in keeping things going without too much bother.
Daily Foods for a Healthy Heart
Daily Foods for a Healthy Heart
I have written articles on foods for skin and foods that you can apply on the skin for that special glow. In this article I talk about some natural herbal foods that are excellent for the heart and help decrease the possibility of heart damage. Of course, these foods need to be combined with daily exercise, moderate drinking and reduced ( zero) smoking. There are many foods available in nature which help decrease bad cholesterol, reduce blood pressure and keep arteries healthy. I give below some of the foods that are helpful. It is recommended that a person include these foods in one's diet slowly and tries to ingest at least two out of the below mentioned foods daily to stay healthy and fit.
First let me give some general life style tips which help in reducing heart related problems.
Stop smoking and kick this bad habit to lower heart damage and lung damage.
Try brisk walking for 20 minutes at a time and find long term benefits.
Try cutting down on sugar and salt intake. A reduced intake of common salt is also recommended for people with blood pressure problems.
It also important to reduce weight if overweight. The heart of an overweight person has to work harder and over weight people tend to have fat deposits and bad cholesterol which clogs up arteries.
Avoid junk food. Reduce intake to once in a month. This kind of food contains harmful trans fats which clog up the arteries.
The following foods help fight heart problems. They might just be the thing for you. So try them out by incorporating them in your diet.
Soya lowers bad cholesterol, provides health proteins and helps fight heart disease. Try mixing 50 / 60 grams of Soya to your daily food and find a marked difference to your energy levels.
Bengal Gram can be prepared in the form of a soup and ingested everyday. It is delicious and provides significant nutrients which help fight bad cholesterol and triglycerides. 40/50 grams of this lentil ingested every other day provides health benefits which lead directly to a better heart and lowers the risk of an heart attack by up to 20%.
Garlic is a wonder herb. It helps fight against cough, cold, minor infections and also helps boost immunity levels. Ingesting just 2-3 cloves daily helps reduce fat deposits in the arteries and lower heart threatening homocystenine/homocysteine levels in the blood.
Psyllium Husk , just 2- 3 small spoons (10-15 grams) a day , taken with water daily helps with digestion, lowers blood cholesterol and also aids in reducing blood sugar levels in type II diabetes. So go for this herb on a daily basis and let your body feel the difference.
Fenugreek is a well known herb used worldwide for treatment of type II diabetes and is well known for it's anti inflammatory properties. This specific characteristic helps in prevention of narrowing of arteries, helps control blood pressure and blood sugar levels and cuts the risk of a stroke in some cases by up to 30%. Do incorporate 20/30 grams of this herb in your daily diet to significantly reduce stroke risk over the longer term.
Just two pieces of Indian Gooseberry a day significantly cut the risk of an heart stroke by up to 15%. This fruits contains powerful anti oxidants and vitamin C which help boost immunity levels in the body and lower bad cholesterol formation. Enjoy this fruit raw or preserved and enjoy the benefits of the natural herb over the whole day.
I would recommend consuming at least two of these foods daily to find significant benefit. However do try to consume all of the above foods on a weekly basis. The combination of these foods is extremely beneficial over the long run for the human heart and body and the benefits can only be experienced.
I have written articles on foods for skin and foods that you can apply on the skin for that special glow. In this article I talk about some natural herbal foods that are excellent for the heart and help decrease the possibility of heart damage. Of course, these foods need to be combined with daily exercise, moderate drinking and reduced ( zero) smoking. There are many foods available in nature which help decrease bad cholesterol, reduce blood pressure and keep arteries healthy. I give below some of the foods that are helpful. It is recommended that a person include these foods in one's diet slowly and tries to ingest at least two out of the below mentioned foods daily to stay healthy and fit.
First let me give some general life style tips which help in reducing heart related problems.
Stop smoking and kick this bad habit to lower heart damage and lung damage.
Try brisk walking for 20 minutes at a time and find long term benefits.
Try cutting down on sugar and salt intake. A reduced intake of common salt is also recommended for people with blood pressure problems.
It also important to reduce weight if overweight. The heart of an overweight person has to work harder and over weight people tend to have fat deposits and bad cholesterol which clogs up arteries.
Avoid junk food. Reduce intake to once in a month. This kind of food contains harmful trans fats which clog up the arteries.
The following foods help fight heart problems. They might just be the thing for you. So try them out by incorporating them in your diet.
Soya lowers bad cholesterol, provides health proteins and helps fight heart disease. Try mixing 50 / 60 grams of Soya to your daily food and find a marked difference to your energy levels.
Bengal Gram can be prepared in the form of a soup and ingested everyday. It is delicious and provides significant nutrients which help fight bad cholesterol and triglycerides. 40/50 grams of this lentil ingested every other day provides health benefits which lead directly to a better heart and lowers the risk of an heart attack by up to 20%.
Garlic is a wonder herb. It helps fight against cough, cold, minor infections and also helps boost immunity levels. Ingesting just 2-3 cloves daily helps reduce fat deposits in the arteries and lower heart threatening homocystenine/homocysteine levels in the blood.
Psyllium Husk , just 2- 3 small spoons (10-15 grams) a day , taken with water daily helps with digestion, lowers blood cholesterol and also aids in reducing blood sugar levels in type II diabetes. So go for this herb on a daily basis and let your body feel the difference.
Fenugreek is a well known herb used worldwide for treatment of type II diabetes and is well known for it's anti inflammatory properties. This specific characteristic helps in prevention of narrowing of arteries, helps control blood pressure and blood sugar levels and cuts the risk of a stroke in some cases by up to 30%. Do incorporate 20/30 grams of this herb in your daily diet to significantly reduce stroke risk over the longer term.
Just two pieces of Indian Gooseberry a day significantly cut the risk of an heart stroke by up to 15%. This fruits contains powerful anti oxidants and vitamin C which help boost immunity levels in the body and lower bad cholesterol formation. Enjoy this fruit raw or preserved and enjoy the benefits of the natural herb over the whole day.
I would recommend consuming at least two of these foods daily to find significant benefit. However do try to consume all of the above foods on a weekly basis. The combination of these foods is extremely beneficial over the long run for the human heart and body and the benefits can only be experienced.
Dandruff - Causes and some Natural Cures
Dandruff - Causes and some Natural Cures
Dandruff is a scalp condition and is reflected in itching , loose white flakes and loose yellow flakes which fall off and may be noticed on the shoulders, back or scalp. Dandruff can also lead to other related problems. It can lead to an inflamed scalp condition, hair loss, acne and itchy skin.
Dandruff usually consists of the dead cells that are shed by the skin, to be replaced by new ones. This is a normal ongoing process and this is the way human skin behaves. However sometimes the pH balance of the scalp may get disturbed leading to excessive sebaceous secretions and the dandruff ( scales) may tend to stick on to the scalp. When they get shed off, they fall in white/yellow flakes.
Dandruff can happen in both dry and oily scalp conditions. The collection of dead cells on the scalp can cause the pores of the scalp to get blocked leading to obstruction of the flow of natural oil to the hair, leading to hair that is dull and lifeless in spite of an oily scalp.
Some herbal home remedies for controlling and eliminating mild dandruff may be mentioned below. These are natural and generally safe and have been found effective in many cases of dandruff.
Heat 30-40 ml of coconut oil, add two or three flakes of garlic and three to four peppercorns to the mixture. Cool and apply to the scalp. Wash off nest morning with a mild shampoo to find healthy and voluminous hair. Try this twice a week for three to four weeks to find a long term solution to the problem of dandruff, along with healthy hair.
Grate a coconut and extract thick coconut milk from it. Apply on hair and leave overnight. Wash off, next day with a mild shampoo. Repeat twice a week to find relief from dandruff.
Put a few drops of Eucalyptus oil in coconut oil and massage into the scalp. Leave overnight and then shampoo. This process repeated twice a week for a couple of weeks will show improvement in dandruff conditions. The massage of the hair is an important part of the treatment as it stimulates blood flow to the scalp and helps in removing dead cells.
Lemon juice also helps in restoring the pH balance of the scalp. Put a few drops of lemon juice in 15-20 ml of coconut oil and massage into the hair. Leave overnight and wash off the next day to find hair shining and clean. Over a few applications , this treatment will help in restoring the scalp pH balance and reduce dandruff formation.
The above are natural dandruff treatments which rely upon massage to stimulate blood flow to the scalp, restoring the pH balance of the scalp and removing the dead cells to stimulate growth of healthy skin cells stimulating natural oil flow to the hair follicles by opening up the pores.
However there might be other factors causing dandruff, not directly related to the scalp such as high stress levels, smoking , poor dietary habits and bacterial infections. These may require lifestyle changes, intake of healthy foods and reduction of stress levels. These long term solutions will benefit the entire human body leading to better hair and better skin.
I hope you found some possible causes and solutions to the dandruff problem above. Try to use the treatments with discretion. Incase you suffer from excessive dandruff or itchy skin, a bacterial condition may be indicated and the help of a doctor is highly recommended.
Dandruff is a scalp condition and is reflected in itching , loose white flakes and loose yellow flakes which fall off and may be noticed on the shoulders, back or scalp. Dandruff can also lead to other related problems. It can lead to an inflamed scalp condition, hair loss, acne and itchy skin.
Dandruff usually consists of the dead cells that are shed by the skin, to be replaced by new ones. This is a normal ongoing process and this is the way human skin behaves. However sometimes the pH balance of the scalp may get disturbed leading to excessive sebaceous secretions and the dandruff ( scales) may tend to stick on to the scalp. When they get shed off, they fall in white/yellow flakes.
Dandruff can happen in both dry and oily scalp conditions. The collection of dead cells on the scalp can cause the pores of the scalp to get blocked leading to obstruction of the flow of natural oil to the hair, leading to hair that is dull and lifeless in spite of an oily scalp.
Some herbal home remedies for controlling and eliminating mild dandruff may be mentioned below. These are natural and generally safe and have been found effective in many cases of dandruff.
Heat 30-40 ml of coconut oil, add two or three flakes of garlic and three to four peppercorns to the mixture. Cool and apply to the scalp. Wash off nest morning with a mild shampoo to find healthy and voluminous hair. Try this twice a week for three to four weeks to find a long term solution to the problem of dandruff, along with healthy hair.
Grate a coconut and extract thick coconut milk from it. Apply on hair and leave overnight. Wash off, next day with a mild shampoo. Repeat twice a week to find relief from dandruff.
Put a few drops of Eucalyptus oil in coconut oil and massage into the scalp. Leave overnight and then shampoo. This process repeated twice a week for a couple of weeks will show improvement in dandruff conditions. The massage of the hair is an important part of the treatment as it stimulates blood flow to the scalp and helps in removing dead cells.
Lemon juice also helps in restoring the pH balance of the scalp. Put a few drops of lemon juice in 15-20 ml of coconut oil and massage into the hair. Leave overnight and wash off the next day to find hair shining and clean. Over a few applications , this treatment will help in restoring the scalp pH balance and reduce dandruff formation.
The above are natural dandruff treatments which rely upon massage to stimulate blood flow to the scalp, restoring the pH balance of the scalp and removing the dead cells to stimulate growth of healthy skin cells stimulating natural oil flow to the hair follicles by opening up the pores.
However there might be other factors causing dandruff, not directly related to the scalp such as high stress levels, smoking , poor dietary habits and bacterial infections. These may require lifestyle changes, intake of healthy foods and reduction of stress levels. These long term solutions will benefit the entire human body leading to better hair and better skin.
I hope you found some possible causes and solutions to the dandruff problem above. Try to use the treatments with discretion. Incase you suffer from excessive dandruff or itchy skin, a bacterial condition may be indicated and the help of a doctor is highly recommended.
Herbal Hair Care
Herbal Hair Care
Hair care is important in summers and especially so when you have to brave the sun outdoors whether for recreation or work. Our hair needs special care when the sun is out and sizzling. This is the time when the hair turns brittle, dry and loses shine.
Hair cannot technically 'burn' in the sun because it is not 'alive' but the exposure to the sun can and will damage the natural protective film on the hair strands. This will make the hair dry, dull, fragile, brittle and almost 'dead'. Dyed and highlighted hair , exposed to the sun is especially prone to damage. The UV rays destroy the cells and film covering the hair strands and the hair becomes fragile and dried out.
The hair that will be exposed to sun has to be protected. Products that contain Shea butter and sunscreens and which moisturize the hair are recommended.
Phytoplage oils contain Acron extract oil which shields the hair from the harmful UV rays. Look for hair care products that contain this product. They will benefit the hair especially when it is exposed to the sun.
In the newer hair care products, sunflower oil is used as a sun filter. These products also contain jojoba wax which give a protective coating to the hair and protect it.
Instead of going in for synthetic hair dyes, to give color to your hair, you may like to try these herbal natural products. These herbal products protect the hair strands against sun damage and also add color and shine.
Some recommended herbal natural alternatives are given below:
To get dark brown colored hair, Soak a mixture of Henna powder and Indian Gooseberry powder ( Amla / Phyllanthus Emblica ) overnight in a metal container. The thick mixture may be applied to the hair strands with a brush. Cover with a plastic cap and leave on for at least 2 hours. Wash with soft water to find dark brown, soft and silky hair. This natural color will stay on for at least a month and will protect the hair. This is a good conditioner and natural moisturizer for the hair and will thus protect against sun damage also. The ratio of the Indian Gooseberry powder and henna will determine the degree of the color. More the berry powder, darker the hair.
To get dark copper color, add a few drops of eucalyptus oil to the henna mixture before applying it on the hair. Avoid the Indian Gooseberry powder. The dark copper color will add luster and shine and moisturize and protect the hair the natural way.
To get reddish hair , simply add nothing to the henna-water mixture prepared overnight. Apply the thick paste directly to the hair strands with a brush, wait for two - three hours, wash the hair and find a beautiful reddish color on the hair.
A natural hair tonic providing much needed moisturizing and nutrients to the hair follicles is relatively easy to prepare at home. Simply mix , almond oil, olive oil and castor oil in equal proportions and apply to the hair once a week. Massage and wash off with a mild herbal shampoo to find new life in the hair. This will also protect the hair against sun damage in summers and damage due to extreme cold in winters. This is an all the year tonic for the hair.
If you find it cumbersome to prepare these mixtures at home, you may take the help of a hair care specialist, specifying what you want. Many products available in the market also contain these natural ingredients and provide much needed protection. Go ahead and choose with care. After all your hair is worth the effort.
Hair care is important in summers and especially so when you have to brave the sun outdoors whether for recreation or work. Our hair needs special care when the sun is out and sizzling. This is the time when the hair turns brittle, dry and loses shine.
Hair cannot technically 'burn' in the sun because it is not 'alive' but the exposure to the sun can and will damage the natural protective film on the hair strands. This will make the hair dry, dull, fragile, brittle and almost 'dead'. Dyed and highlighted hair , exposed to the sun is especially prone to damage. The UV rays destroy the cells and film covering the hair strands and the hair becomes fragile and dried out.
The hair that will be exposed to sun has to be protected. Products that contain Shea butter and sunscreens and which moisturize the hair are recommended.
Phytoplage oils contain Acron extract oil which shields the hair from the harmful UV rays. Look for hair care products that contain this product. They will benefit the hair especially when it is exposed to the sun.
In the newer hair care products, sunflower oil is used as a sun filter. These products also contain jojoba wax which give a protective coating to the hair and protect it.
Instead of going in for synthetic hair dyes, to give color to your hair, you may like to try these herbal natural products. These herbal products protect the hair strands against sun damage and also add color and shine.
Some recommended herbal natural alternatives are given below:
To get dark brown colored hair, Soak a mixture of Henna powder and Indian Gooseberry powder ( Amla / Phyllanthus Emblica ) overnight in a metal container. The thick mixture may be applied to the hair strands with a brush. Cover with a plastic cap and leave on for at least 2 hours. Wash with soft water to find dark brown, soft and silky hair. This natural color will stay on for at least a month and will protect the hair. This is a good conditioner and natural moisturizer for the hair and will thus protect against sun damage also. The ratio of the Indian Gooseberry powder and henna will determine the degree of the color. More the berry powder, darker the hair.
To get dark copper color, add a few drops of eucalyptus oil to the henna mixture before applying it on the hair. Avoid the Indian Gooseberry powder. The dark copper color will add luster and shine and moisturize and protect the hair the natural way.
To get reddish hair , simply add nothing to the henna-water mixture prepared overnight. Apply the thick paste directly to the hair strands with a brush, wait for two - three hours, wash the hair and find a beautiful reddish color on the hair.
A natural hair tonic providing much needed moisturizing and nutrients to the hair follicles is relatively easy to prepare at home. Simply mix , almond oil, olive oil and castor oil in equal proportions and apply to the hair once a week. Massage and wash off with a mild herbal shampoo to find new life in the hair. This will also protect the hair against sun damage in summers and damage due to extreme cold in winters. This is an all the year tonic for the hair.
If you find it cumbersome to prepare these mixtures at home, you may take the help of a hair care specialist, specifying what you want. Many products available in the market also contain these natural ingredients and provide much needed protection. Go ahead and choose with care. After all your hair is worth the effort.
Healthy Diet Habits
Healthy Diet Habits
Most people I know, want to diet and reduce weight, feel healthy and gain energy. There are so many diet plans in the market that it is difficult to choose the right one. Over the years, I have researched a few and suggest the following to stay healthy. These ideas are common over various diet plans, though the relative emphasis on these steps may differ.
The trick is sensible eating with regular light exercise.
Restrict carbohydrate and fat intake
Most diet plans will suggest that the intake of carbohydrates and fats should be reduced. But not eliminated. A threshold level of carbohydrates is required by the body because they convert to energy but excess gets converted to fat. Similarly small amounts of fat are essential for the maintenance of a healthy body, but excess is bad for the heart and the body.
The problem is that most foods which are palatable and enjoyable are carbohydrate and fat rich! So dieting becomes a chore to be hated. But I suggest a little bit of everything is good, it is the excess that is bad.
So add whole grain cereals like brown rice, whole wheat bread, home made breads made with wheat grain, multigrain bread, porridge, and oats as they help to fill you up. They contain vital fiber, most essential to the proper functioning of the stomach and intestines.
Cut out refined cereals (white bread, white rice), roots and tubers such as potato, sweet potato, tapioca and yam. All these have high carbohydrate content. Fast foods like burgers, fries etc also need to be cut out of the diet.
Limit fat intake by reducing intake of red meat, fried foods of all kinds, butter, cream, mayonnaise, cutlets, burgers, fries and other fast foods. In case you cannot eliminate them from your diet, take your favorite food, only once a week.
Cook the healthy way. Reduce and eliminate frying. Instead, roast and bake your food. Eat roasted dry fruits or in the raw and avoid salted and sweetened snacks.
Reduce white sugar intake
One sure way to find good health, increased vitality and energy levels is to cut and reduce white sugar intake. Processed white sugar is bad for the body. Try to sweeten your food by adding honey or jaggery instead. Use natural fruit purees and natural fruit juices as sources of natural sugar and enjoy healthy living.
Eat a balanced Protein Rich Diet
Adequate amount of proteins are a must to feel full and satiated. They also provide necessary health, vigor and energy and are a must in your diet.
Proteins from vegetable sources like pulses, nuts, mushrooms, cottage cheese do not contain harmful cholesterol and are good for the body. Enjoy grilled or baked fish, chicken and seafood. Cut out fried meats and reduce red meat. Frying adds oil and cholesterol to the foods which can be done without.
Add fresh fruits, leafy vegetables and sprouts to your diets in the form of salads before and during meals to get your daily dose of vitamins, minerals and many vital ingredients which your body needs.
Enjoy salads before meals
Incorporate the concept of meal before meal by adding healthy salad ideas before meals. Eat a small plate of raw vegetables & sprouts seasoned with natural seasonings like curds, oregano, basil, thyme and coriander. This meal before meal will reduce your craving for unhealthy foods in the main meal.
Snack often, the healthy way
Snacks such as fresh fruit and roasted dry fruits (without salt or sugar being added to them) are a good way to control hunger pangs. They are healthy and also provide much needed fiber.
Eat more than three meals
Yes! Eat more than three times to stay healthy. Instead of three large meals, it is better to eat say 5 small meals. But the breakfast should be big and healthy as it has to provide calories to jump start the day. Try incorporating this idea into your daily life. It is fun and healthy too. Learn to stop eating after one serving. Never over eat. Your body will always tell you when it is full. It gives you enough hints when it is hungry. Doesn’t it? Listen to it. It knows best.
Chew well and sit straight
Chew food well and sit straight while eating. This will enable better digestion and better food absorption.
Keep temptations out of sight.
Do store sweets and deserts out of sight. This helps in controlling temptations. Enjoy small portions of your favorite deserts only once a week and learn to live a balanced life.
In conclusion, a balanced diet with adequate fat, carbohydrates, protein, minerals, vitamins balanced with less sugar and adequate exercise is must for a healthy body. There are really no fixed ratios for the various parts of a meal. Experiment a bit to find what combination makes you feel good and full of vigor. Then stick to that combination. Every body has different needs so find your combination. Use the above tips to find a healthy way to cook and eat.
Most people I know, want to diet and reduce weight, feel healthy and gain energy. There are so many diet plans in the market that it is difficult to choose the right one. Over the years, I have researched a few and suggest the following to stay healthy. These ideas are common over various diet plans, though the relative emphasis on these steps may differ.
The trick is sensible eating with regular light exercise.
Restrict carbohydrate and fat intake
Most diet plans will suggest that the intake of carbohydrates and fats should be reduced. But not eliminated. A threshold level of carbohydrates is required by the body because they convert to energy but excess gets converted to fat. Similarly small amounts of fat are essential for the maintenance of a healthy body, but excess is bad for the heart and the body.
The problem is that most foods which are palatable and enjoyable are carbohydrate and fat rich! So dieting becomes a chore to be hated. But I suggest a little bit of everything is good, it is the excess that is bad.
So add whole grain cereals like brown rice, whole wheat bread, home made breads made with wheat grain, multigrain bread, porridge, and oats as they help to fill you up. They contain vital fiber, most essential to the proper functioning of the stomach and intestines.
Cut out refined cereals (white bread, white rice), roots and tubers such as potato, sweet potato, tapioca and yam. All these have high carbohydrate content. Fast foods like burgers, fries etc also need to be cut out of the diet.
Limit fat intake by reducing intake of red meat, fried foods of all kinds, butter, cream, mayonnaise, cutlets, burgers, fries and other fast foods. In case you cannot eliminate them from your diet, take your favorite food, only once a week.
Cook the healthy way. Reduce and eliminate frying. Instead, roast and bake your food. Eat roasted dry fruits or in the raw and avoid salted and sweetened snacks.
Reduce white sugar intake
One sure way to find good health, increased vitality and energy levels is to cut and reduce white sugar intake. Processed white sugar is bad for the body. Try to sweeten your food by adding honey or jaggery instead. Use natural fruit purees and natural fruit juices as sources of natural sugar and enjoy healthy living.
Eat a balanced Protein Rich Diet
Adequate amount of proteins are a must to feel full and satiated. They also provide necessary health, vigor and energy and are a must in your diet.
Proteins from vegetable sources like pulses, nuts, mushrooms, cottage cheese do not contain harmful cholesterol and are good for the body. Enjoy grilled or baked fish, chicken and seafood. Cut out fried meats and reduce red meat. Frying adds oil and cholesterol to the foods which can be done without.
Add fresh fruits, leafy vegetables and sprouts to your diets in the form of salads before and during meals to get your daily dose of vitamins, minerals and many vital ingredients which your body needs.
Enjoy salads before meals
Incorporate the concept of meal before meal by adding healthy salad ideas before meals. Eat a small plate of raw vegetables & sprouts seasoned with natural seasonings like curds, oregano, basil, thyme and coriander. This meal before meal will reduce your craving for unhealthy foods in the main meal.
Snack often, the healthy way
Snacks such as fresh fruit and roasted dry fruits (without salt or sugar being added to them) are a good way to control hunger pangs. They are healthy and also provide much needed fiber.
Eat more than three meals
Yes! Eat more than three times to stay healthy. Instead of three large meals, it is better to eat say 5 small meals. But the breakfast should be big and healthy as it has to provide calories to jump start the day. Try incorporating this idea into your daily life. It is fun and healthy too. Learn to stop eating after one serving. Never over eat. Your body will always tell you when it is full. It gives you enough hints when it is hungry. Doesn’t it? Listen to it. It knows best.
Chew well and sit straight
Chew food well and sit straight while eating. This will enable better digestion and better food absorption.
Keep temptations out of sight.
Do store sweets and deserts out of sight. This helps in controlling temptations. Enjoy small portions of your favorite deserts only once a week and learn to live a balanced life.
In conclusion, a balanced diet with adequate fat, carbohydrates, protein, minerals, vitamins balanced with less sugar and adequate exercise is must for a healthy body. There are really no fixed ratios for the various parts of a meal. Experiment a bit to find what combination makes you feel good and full of vigor. Then stick to that combination. Every body has different needs so find your combination. Use the above tips to find a healthy way to cook and eat.
Foot Care, Suggestions and Natural Care
Foot Care, Suggestions and Natural Care
Feet are often, the most neglected part of the human body. We seem to take our feet for granted, lavishing care only when we experience discomfort and foot pain. However, regular care, foot hygiene and exercise can go a log way to healthy feet which will look good and support the body weight easily.
There are many websites and books on home care that will give suggestions and tips on how to do a pedicure. However, in this article, we will not discuss the method to do a pedicure, but rather foot care tips in general and also advise some herbal home remedies for relief for common foot problems.
Foot care starts with good posture. It is important to stand straight, well balanced on both feet with the toes pointing straight ahead. Do lift the arches of your feet slightly so that body weight is supported by the outside edges of the soles of the feet. This will help in even distribution of the body weight providing your feet with less weight to handle per square inch.
Good shoes are important for healthy feet. The shoes should not be too tight and should not squeeze the toes. They should allow space to move the toes. High heels are a strict no, for everyday usage and should be restricted to special occasions. These high heels put excessive strain on the back and the ankle (bones) of the feet.
When the weather is hot, it is advisable to wear open sandals to provide maximum ventilation. This will help avoid excessive sweating of the feet and will help avoid fungal and bacterial infections from developing.
Foot Care Regimen
It is suggested that everyone go in for a basic pedicure every two weeks. Feet dipped in warm water to which a little shampoo and vegetable oil has been added provides a good starting point. Let the feet soak for 10 - 15 minutes, before rubbing them (especially soles) with a pumice stone. This is the time to clean the nails and remove all old nail polishes.
Regular foot exercise helps to keep feet fit. Curl your toes simulating the action of trying to pick up something with your feet. Do this for ten minutes every day to strengthen muscles and provide relief to aching feet
Get a foot massage done every two weeks by a professional. The rotating and kneading action, stimulates blood circulation and provides relief to aching foot muscles.
Another easy way to improve blood circulation in the feet are and to give relief to aching feet is a simple Hot and Cold foot bath. Prepare two basins. Put hot ( bearable) water in one to which a little (20 ml ) mustard oil has been added. In the second basin, put cold water. Let your feet soak in the hot water for up to 3- 4 minutes and then shift the feet to cold water basin. Repeat this between 5 to 7 times and then dry the feet thoroughly with a rough dry towel. It is advisable to apply some moisturizing cream on the feet after they are dry to replenish skin oils. Enjoy the sensation of relaxation that will envelop your feet.
Herbal - Natural Foot Care Tips
To soften rough feet, try this regimen every night before going to bed, for two weeks. Dip the feet in warm water containing a teaspoon of (preferably herbal) shampoo and one teaspoon of baking powder. Let them soak for 10- 15 minutes, before drying them. Apply a foot cream and then go to sleep.
Treat dry skin on the feet and cracked heels with this herbal remedy. Prepare a mixture with equal quantity of glycerin, fresh cream and honey. Apply this mixture to the feet, especially to the cracked heels and let it stay on for 15 minutes. Wash off with warm water. Try this every three days ( before sleeping) to find smooth feet and heels.
A easy pedicure which is fast and effective can be done easily at home. It is herbal and natural and fast acting. Add a few (four to five) drops of vinegar to four or five table spoons (40-50 grams) of curd and mix well in a dish. Rub this mixture well on the feet, ankles, heels and the soles of the feet especially between the toes. Let it stay on for ten minutes and then wash off with warm water. This process will rejuvenate the skin on the feet, removing dead cells and stimulating blood circulation.
If you have a tendency to develop cracks on your heels and are suffering from this painful condition, your feet require regular care. Try this natural remedy every three days before bed time. Immerse feet in warm water to which 10 ml lemon juice and 20 ml coconut oil has been added. Scrub the heel area after twenty minutes with a pumice stone. Dry thoroughly and apply a foot cream. The improvement can be seen after the second treatment and this can become a weekly feature after the first month.
Incase, you are looking for a home made moisturizer for the skin specially the feet, you can prepare one easily. Simply mix rose water and glycerin ( glycerin) in equal proportion and store, to be used when ever required, especially after foot care treatment. Replace this mixture every one month.
I have shared many useful foot care tips and natural remedies in the above article. It is now up to you to take the initiative and start caring for your feet. Keep 15 to 20 minutes of your time before you go to sleep for your feet and the feet will thank you forever.
Feet are often, the most neglected part of the human body. We seem to take our feet for granted, lavishing care only when we experience discomfort and foot pain. However, regular care, foot hygiene and exercise can go a log way to healthy feet which will look good and support the body weight easily.
There are many websites and books on home care that will give suggestions and tips on how to do a pedicure. However, in this article, we will not discuss the method to do a pedicure, but rather foot care tips in general and also advise some herbal home remedies for relief for common foot problems.
Foot care starts with good posture. It is important to stand straight, well balanced on both feet with the toes pointing straight ahead. Do lift the arches of your feet slightly so that body weight is supported by the outside edges of the soles of the feet. This will help in even distribution of the body weight providing your feet with less weight to handle per square inch.
Good shoes are important for healthy feet. The shoes should not be too tight and should not squeeze the toes. They should allow space to move the toes. High heels are a strict no, for everyday usage and should be restricted to special occasions. These high heels put excessive strain on the back and the ankle (bones) of the feet.
When the weather is hot, it is advisable to wear open sandals to provide maximum ventilation. This will help avoid excessive sweating of the feet and will help avoid fungal and bacterial infections from developing.
Foot Care Regimen
It is suggested that everyone go in for a basic pedicure every two weeks. Feet dipped in warm water to which a little shampoo and vegetable oil has been added provides a good starting point. Let the feet soak for 10 - 15 minutes, before rubbing them (especially soles) with a pumice stone. This is the time to clean the nails and remove all old nail polishes.
Regular foot exercise helps to keep feet fit. Curl your toes simulating the action of trying to pick up something with your feet. Do this for ten minutes every day to strengthen muscles and provide relief to aching feet
Get a foot massage done every two weeks by a professional. The rotating and kneading action, stimulates blood circulation and provides relief to aching foot muscles.
Another easy way to improve blood circulation in the feet are and to give relief to aching feet is a simple Hot and Cold foot bath. Prepare two basins. Put hot ( bearable) water in one to which a little (20 ml ) mustard oil has been added. In the second basin, put cold water. Let your feet soak in the hot water for up to 3- 4 minutes and then shift the feet to cold water basin. Repeat this between 5 to 7 times and then dry the feet thoroughly with a rough dry towel. It is advisable to apply some moisturizing cream on the feet after they are dry to replenish skin oils. Enjoy the sensation of relaxation that will envelop your feet.
Herbal - Natural Foot Care Tips
To soften rough feet, try this regimen every night before going to bed, for two weeks. Dip the feet in warm water containing a teaspoon of (preferably herbal) shampoo and one teaspoon of baking powder. Let them soak for 10- 15 minutes, before drying them. Apply a foot cream and then go to sleep.
Treat dry skin on the feet and cracked heels with this herbal remedy. Prepare a mixture with equal quantity of glycerin, fresh cream and honey. Apply this mixture to the feet, especially to the cracked heels and let it stay on for 15 minutes. Wash off with warm water. Try this every three days ( before sleeping) to find smooth feet and heels.
A easy pedicure which is fast and effective can be done easily at home. It is herbal and natural and fast acting. Add a few (four to five) drops of vinegar to four or five table spoons (40-50 grams) of curd and mix well in a dish. Rub this mixture well on the feet, ankles, heels and the soles of the feet especially between the toes. Let it stay on for ten minutes and then wash off with warm water. This process will rejuvenate the skin on the feet, removing dead cells and stimulating blood circulation.
If you have a tendency to develop cracks on your heels and are suffering from this painful condition, your feet require regular care. Try this natural remedy every three days before bed time. Immerse feet in warm water to which 10 ml lemon juice and 20 ml coconut oil has been added. Scrub the heel area after twenty minutes with a pumice stone. Dry thoroughly and apply a foot cream. The improvement can be seen after the second treatment and this can become a weekly feature after the first month.
Incase, you are looking for a home made moisturizer for the skin specially the feet, you can prepare one easily. Simply mix rose water and glycerin ( glycerin) in equal proportion and store, to be used when ever required, especially after foot care treatment. Replace this mixture every one month.
I have shared many useful foot care tips and natural remedies in the above article. It is now up to you to take the initiative and start caring for your feet. Keep 15 to 20 minutes of your time before you go to sleep for your feet and the feet will thank you forever.
Foods you can Directly Apply on your Skin and Face.
Foods you can Directly Apply on your Skin and Face.
In my previous article, I discussed the foods you can eat and are beneficial for your skin. Here I mention foods you can apply directly on your skin to find a cheap, natural alternative to expensive skin creams and medication. These foods are endowed with natural minerals, astringents and natural softening agents that provide a healthy alternative to modern cosmetics.
Enjoy the following tips.
Pure almond oil is an excellent source of natural moisturizing agents. In case, you suffer from dry and itchy skin, massage your face and other exposed arms and legs with pure almond oil. This oil nourishes your skin and removes scars and blemishes. This is an excellent all the year around tonic. Use it regularly to find a smooth clear blemish free skin. This oil is also excellent for the cold weather, preventing dryness by providing moisture and essential nutrients. Look for commercial applications that contain almond oil, incase you look to buy skin nourishing creams or gels. Many modern cosmetics make use of this wonder food for better skin care.
Some common problems faced by many women and men is the emergence of pimples, black spots. black heads and itching on the facial skin and also on arms and legs exposed to the elements.
Some common foods that can be beneficial towards curing and treating these complaints, the natural way are available easily and cheap. Many commercial cosmetic applications also make use of these foods to be effective and safe.
Fresh juice of apricots applied on the face for ten to fifteen minutes is an effective solution to itching and sunburns. This natural remedy also helps in reducing various rashes and eczema. Apply daily for 7-10 days to find effective relief.
Apply a paste of ground drumstick pods and leaves mixed with fresh lime juice on the face. Rub gently and let it stay on for 10 - 15 minutes at a time. Continue daily once in the morning for 7-10 days and you will find pimples and black heads and black spots slowly but surely vanish. You will be pleasantly surprised to find clear smooth beautiful skin that glows and makes you look years younger.
One quick solution to persistent pimples on the face is the application of raw garlic juice blended with fresh lime juice on them. This daily once a day application will remove and reduce the formation of face pimples rather quickly. However the application itself will sting and hurt a bit. So if you have the inclination and the motivation for a quick solution, do try this remedy for a quick fix.
A couple of common daily routines, that can be followed for maintaining a blemish free facial skin that shines with vitality and health are easily followed.
Apply papaya pulp on the skin. This pulp rubbed gently on the face and the skin polishes the area, clearing it of all impurities that cause pimples, black heads and spots. This gentle polishing, once every two to three days, reduces the formation of pimples/acne and cleans the skin thoroughly making it glow.
The application of grated potatoes as poultice to treat skin blemishes, wrinkles, boils, pimples, acne, black heads is very effective and time tested. Use it once a week to find clean clear skin over the long term.
One natural alternative to using soap on the face is a paste of Bengal gram flour with yogurt. Blend this Bengal Gram flour with yogurt to form a thick mixture in a cup. Rub lightly in the upwards direction while applying to the face. Wash after 10 minutes to find clean clear skin. Regular application of this mixture, will reduce the formation of pimples and acne and will help remove black heads the natural way.
The above natural cost effective solutions will be beneficial to a wide range of skin types. Do try a convenient remedy to find clear healthy facial skin. They may take a little extra time to prepare and apply but these remedies are worth the time and effort.
In my previous article, I discussed the foods you can eat and are beneficial for your skin. Here I mention foods you can apply directly on your skin to find a cheap, natural alternative to expensive skin creams and medication. These foods are endowed with natural minerals, astringents and natural softening agents that provide a healthy alternative to modern cosmetics.
Enjoy the following tips.
Pure almond oil is an excellent source of natural moisturizing agents. In case, you suffer from dry and itchy skin, massage your face and other exposed arms and legs with pure almond oil. This oil nourishes your skin and removes scars and blemishes. This is an excellent all the year around tonic. Use it regularly to find a smooth clear blemish free skin. This oil is also excellent for the cold weather, preventing dryness by providing moisture and essential nutrients. Look for commercial applications that contain almond oil, incase you look to buy skin nourishing creams or gels. Many modern cosmetics make use of this wonder food for better skin care.
Some common problems faced by many women and men is the emergence of pimples, black spots. black heads and itching on the facial skin and also on arms and legs exposed to the elements.
Some common foods that can be beneficial towards curing and treating these complaints, the natural way are available easily and cheap. Many commercial cosmetic applications also make use of these foods to be effective and safe.
Fresh juice of apricots applied on the face for ten to fifteen minutes is an effective solution to itching and sunburns. This natural remedy also helps in reducing various rashes and eczema. Apply daily for 7-10 days to find effective relief.
Apply a paste of ground drumstick pods and leaves mixed with fresh lime juice on the face. Rub gently and let it stay on for 10 - 15 minutes at a time. Continue daily once in the morning for 7-10 days and you will find pimples and black heads and black spots slowly but surely vanish. You will be pleasantly surprised to find clear smooth beautiful skin that glows and makes you look years younger.
One quick solution to persistent pimples on the face is the application of raw garlic juice blended with fresh lime juice on them. This daily once a day application will remove and reduce the formation of face pimples rather quickly. However the application itself will sting and hurt a bit. So if you have the inclination and the motivation for a quick solution, do try this remedy for a quick fix.
A couple of common daily routines, that can be followed for maintaining a blemish free facial skin that shines with vitality and health are easily followed.
Apply papaya pulp on the skin. This pulp rubbed gently on the face and the skin polishes the area, clearing it of all impurities that cause pimples, black heads and spots. This gentle polishing, once every two to three days, reduces the formation of pimples/acne and cleans the skin thoroughly making it glow.
The application of grated potatoes as poultice to treat skin blemishes, wrinkles, boils, pimples, acne, black heads is very effective and time tested. Use it once a week to find clean clear skin over the long term.
One natural alternative to using soap on the face is a paste of Bengal gram flour with yogurt. Blend this Bengal Gram flour with yogurt to form a thick mixture in a cup. Rub lightly in the upwards direction while applying to the face. Wash after 10 minutes to find clean clear skin. Regular application of this mixture, will reduce the formation of pimples and acne and will help remove black heads the natural way.
The above natural cost effective solutions will be beneficial to a wide range of skin types. Do try a convenient remedy to find clear healthy facial skin. They may take a little extra time to prepare and apply but these remedies are worth the time and effort.
White Teeth - Go Get Them !
White Teeth - Go Get Them !
Many people have stained front teeth and they look bad when they smile or laugh. They stains may give the impression of bad oral hygiene but the cause may be somewhere else. It is important to understand the cause of the problem and try to find a long term or cosmetic cure. White teeth always look good and they enhance confidence levels and also one's personality. So let us strive for them.
Some possible causes of these dirty brown stains on the pearly white teeth may be identified as below. These are some common cause and your problem may be due to some totally other reason. In that case you are requested to consult a professional dentist.
More than two cups of coffee a day can cause your white teeth to stain quickly. These brown stains manifest on the front teeth and are difficult to get rid of.
Another common cause is, red wine. This red wine can quickly stain your teeth and the cosmetic cure can be really expensive .
Smoking is another common cause of brown teeth. Look around , most long term smokers will have stained yellow teeth. Tobacco cause quick staining which is again very difficult to remove.
Gum disease , infections and bad oral hygiene can also cause white teeth to turn yellow.
I suggest the following home remedies and basic dental care . If this does not work or the condition is chronic then you definitely need to consult a dentist. Or try a cosmetic dental treatment.
Reduce coffee and red wine intake and reduce smoking. This is common sense and also good for your body.
Try chewing raw vegetables , once a day . Raw vegetables are a healthy snack and they will also help in cleaning your teeth.
Strawberries have a natural bleaching effect and are high on Vitamin 'C'. So have some every day . This is a 'tasty' healthy solution to the yellow teeth problem. Of course make sure, you are not allergic to them.
Floss everyday. Stains form easily between teeth and flossing is an easy solution.
Brush your teeth everyday, every 12 hours. Do ensue the bristles are not worn out. Change your brush regularly. Old worn out brushes just cannot brush away plaque forming bacteria and are useless.
Try a natural herbal cure :
Rub some burnt almond shell powder lightly on your front teeth , twice a day and check the results after a fortnight. You may be surprised!
Try putting some raw common salt on your tooth paste before brushing. The fine grains of the salt will remove and reduce yellow stains and bring a white shine back to your teeth.
Another home remedy that works with many kind of stains is to rub the teeth with a bay leaf , thrice a week. This seems to work for many people and is inexpensive.
If nothing works then:
Get your teeth professionally cleaned and polished by a dentist.
Go for professional bleaching job after studying the pros and cons of the process.
You may also try various bleaching packs and home teeth whitening systems. You may require these to maintain the white shine, especially if you cannot control smoking, coffee and red wine intake. Do read and understand the 'patented' process before rushing to buy some. A comparison between various options available in the market will definitely be beneficial.
White shiny pearly teeth are within reach.. Go get them now.
Many people have stained front teeth and they look bad when they smile or laugh. They stains may give the impression of bad oral hygiene but the cause may be somewhere else. It is important to understand the cause of the problem and try to find a long term or cosmetic cure. White teeth always look good and they enhance confidence levels and also one's personality. So let us strive for them.
Some possible causes of these dirty brown stains on the pearly white teeth may be identified as below. These are some common cause and your problem may be due to some totally other reason. In that case you are requested to consult a professional dentist.
More than two cups of coffee a day can cause your white teeth to stain quickly. These brown stains manifest on the front teeth and are difficult to get rid of.
Another common cause is, red wine. This red wine can quickly stain your teeth and the cosmetic cure can be really expensive .
Smoking is another common cause of brown teeth. Look around , most long term smokers will have stained yellow teeth. Tobacco cause quick staining which is again very difficult to remove.
Gum disease , infections and bad oral hygiene can also cause white teeth to turn yellow.
I suggest the following home remedies and basic dental care . If this does not work or the condition is chronic then you definitely need to consult a dentist. Or try a cosmetic dental treatment.
Reduce coffee and red wine intake and reduce smoking. This is common sense and also good for your body.
Try chewing raw vegetables , once a day . Raw vegetables are a healthy snack and they will also help in cleaning your teeth.
Strawberries have a natural bleaching effect and are high on Vitamin 'C'. So have some every day . This is a 'tasty' healthy solution to the yellow teeth problem. Of course make sure, you are not allergic to them.
Floss everyday. Stains form easily between teeth and flossing is an easy solution.
Brush your teeth everyday, every 12 hours. Do ensue the bristles are not worn out. Change your brush regularly. Old worn out brushes just cannot brush away plaque forming bacteria and are useless.
Try a natural herbal cure :
Rub some burnt almond shell powder lightly on your front teeth , twice a day and check the results after a fortnight. You may be surprised!
Try putting some raw common salt on your tooth paste before brushing. The fine grains of the salt will remove and reduce yellow stains and bring a white shine back to your teeth.
Another home remedy that works with many kind of stains is to rub the teeth with a bay leaf , thrice a week. This seems to work for many people and is inexpensive.
If nothing works then:
Get your teeth professionally cleaned and polished by a dentist.
Go for professional bleaching job after studying the pros and cons of the process.
You may also try various bleaching packs and home teeth whitening systems. You may require these to maintain the white shine, especially if you cannot control smoking, coffee and red wine intake. Do read and understand the 'patented' process before rushing to buy some. A comparison between various options available in the market will definitely be beneficial.
White shiny pearly teeth are within reach.. Go get them now.
Herbal Beauty: Multiple Tips & Natural Herbal Care
Herbal Beauty: Multiple Tips & Natural Herbal Care
Find below multiple tips and natural herbal solutions for common beauty issues relating to hair problems, wrinkles, bad breath, cracked skin and acne.
To remove the dark marks caused by a bad sun tan, add 5 table spoons of rose water to one table spoon of lime juice and apply to face or affected area at night. Wash off with water the next morning to find clear beautiful skin.
To keep your skin and body smelling nice the whole day, add dried rose petals to your bath water. You are sure to smell lovely the whole day.. No need for an expensive perfume!
Chewing a cardamom is an excellent remedy for bad breath and also cuts down on excessive thirst.
To get rid of oily hair, just add three teaspoons of lime juice in the final rinse while washing your hair. Your hair will become much more manageable. Try this for two times in a week for two weeks to see astonishing results.
In order to get a cheap and effective face mask, grind a mixture of fruit (orange, lemon) and Vegetable (Cucumber) peels in a mixer. Apply the mixture as a face pack and wash after 20 minutes. Try this once daily, for 7 days to see a marked improvement in facial skin. Find glowing skin in a few days.
Remove scars on your hands and feet the natural way …. Rub them with lemon peels 5- 7 minutes a day, twice a day for 7 days to see a marked improvement.
Try this alternative face mask: Prepare a mixture of sandal wood paste and raw milk in the ratio 1: 3 and rub on your face and hands. Leave for 15 minutes and wash off. Find glowing, beautiful lovely smelling skin. Try this once every two days for ten days and enjoy the difference.
For sparkling teeth , try sprinkling a pinch of soda bicarbonate on your tooth brush and brushing your teeth once a day for 10 days … You will be amazed by the difference you can see after just 5 days .
Use the scrapings of bitter gourd ( Karela) to remove pimples and get rid of acne and black heads. Just rub the scrapings (peels) on your face, once a day for 3- 5 days to see, blackheads vanish and a marked reduction in pimples and acne.
To treat darkened elbows and lower arms, an effective solution is to prepare a paste of fresh milk cream, pinch of turmeric powder and two to three drops of basil ( tulsi) leaf extract . Apply this paste to the darkened are and leave overnight. Wash off in the morning. Repeat for 7 nights to find marked improvement.
To give your hair bounce, mix gram flour ( besan) with Starch from cooked rice and apply to hair . Wash after few minutes to find hair with flair.
To cure bad breath, boil a few fenugreek (methi) leaves in water and then use this water for gargling. You will find a marked improvement within 3 days of this usage.
To prevent pimples and reduce acne, wash your face with raw milk before you go to sleep. This is an effective and easy solution.
To prevent body odor, add a little ‘alum’ to your bath water.
To smoothen wrinkles and moisturize the skin the natural way, peel and core a small apple, mash it well and blend with one teaspoon of honey. Apply this mixture on the face and neck slowly in an upwards direction. Wash off with warm water after 15 minutes to see a marked improvement. Try this thrice a week for 3 weeks and then only once a week to find a distinct lack of wrinkles and moisturized skin.
For healthy and voluminous hair, heat coconut oil, add two flakes of garlic and three peppercorns to it. Cool and apply to your scalp for health hair.
One very effective way to cure bad breath is to eat a green unripe apple. It will naturally cleanse your mouth and give it a fresh feel. If apples are unavailable try a semi hard citrus fruit. It should be equally effective.
Rub your teeth with burnt almond shell powder to reduce the yellow tint. See a marked improvement in 7 days.
To moisturize and make smooth dry cracked skin, apply a mixture of glycerin, fresh cream and honey in the ratio 1: 1: 1. This is an effective cure for cracked heels also.
Find below multiple tips and natural herbal solutions for common beauty issues relating to hair problems, wrinkles, bad breath, cracked skin and acne.
To remove the dark marks caused by a bad sun tan, add 5 table spoons of rose water to one table spoon of lime juice and apply to face or affected area at night. Wash off with water the next morning to find clear beautiful skin.
To keep your skin and body smelling nice the whole day, add dried rose petals to your bath water. You are sure to smell lovely the whole day.. No need for an expensive perfume!
Chewing a cardamom is an excellent remedy for bad breath and also cuts down on excessive thirst.
To get rid of oily hair, just add three teaspoons of lime juice in the final rinse while washing your hair. Your hair will become much more manageable. Try this for two times in a week for two weeks to see astonishing results.
In order to get a cheap and effective face mask, grind a mixture of fruit (orange, lemon) and Vegetable (Cucumber) peels in a mixer. Apply the mixture as a face pack and wash after 20 minutes. Try this once daily, for 7 days to see a marked improvement in facial skin. Find glowing skin in a few days.
Remove scars on your hands and feet the natural way …. Rub them with lemon peels 5- 7 minutes a day, twice a day for 7 days to see a marked improvement.
Try this alternative face mask: Prepare a mixture of sandal wood paste and raw milk in the ratio 1: 3 and rub on your face and hands. Leave for 15 minutes and wash off. Find glowing, beautiful lovely smelling skin. Try this once every two days for ten days and enjoy the difference.
For sparkling teeth , try sprinkling a pinch of soda bicarbonate on your tooth brush and brushing your teeth once a day for 10 days … You will be amazed by the difference you can see after just 5 days .
Use the scrapings of bitter gourd ( Karela) to remove pimples and get rid of acne and black heads. Just rub the scrapings (peels) on your face, once a day for 3- 5 days to see, blackheads vanish and a marked reduction in pimples and acne.
To treat darkened elbows and lower arms, an effective solution is to prepare a paste of fresh milk cream, pinch of turmeric powder and two to three drops of basil ( tulsi) leaf extract . Apply this paste to the darkened are and leave overnight. Wash off in the morning. Repeat for 7 nights to find marked improvement.
To give your hair bounce, mix gram flour ( besan) with Starch from cooked rice and apply to hair . Wash after few minutes to find hair with flair.
To cure bad breath, boil a few fenugreek (methi) leaves in water and then use this water for gargling. You will find a marked improvement within 3 days of this usage.
To prevent pimples and reduce acne, wash your face with raw milk before you go to sleep. This is an effective and easy solution.
To prevent body odor, add a little ‘alum’ to your bath water.
To smoothen wrinkles and moisturize the skin the natural way, peel and core a small apple, mash it well and blend with one teaspoon of honey. Apply this mixture on the face and neck slowly in an upwards direction. Wash off with warm water after 15 minutes to see a marked improvement. Try this thrice a week for 3 weeks and then only once a week to find a distinct lack of wrinkles and moisturized skin.
For healthy and voluminous hair, heat coconut oil, add two flakes of garlic and three peppercorns to it. Cool and apply to your scalp for health hair.
One very effective way to cure bad breath is to eat a green unripe apple. It will naturally cleanse your mouth and give it a fresh feel. If apples are unavailable try a semi hard citrus fruit. It should be equally effective.
Rub your teeth with burnt almond shell powder to reduce the yellow tint. See a marked improvement in 7 days.
To moisturize and make smooth dry cracked skin, apply a mixture of glycerin, fresh cream and honey in the ratio 1: 1: 1. This is an effective cure for cracked heels also.
Home Remedies and Health Tips
Home Remedies and Health Tips by Janice Kumar
Check these natural herbal remedies to common ailments. I have colleted these over a period of 3 years and share them here with you for free !
To get immediate relief from an irritable cough, take a thin slice of freshly cut onion and pour two teaspoons of honey on it. Keep aside for 3- 4 hours and then remove the onion and lick the honey to get substantial relief from an irritable cough.
Chew raw guava leaves to get quick relief from diarrhea. Try it and enjoy relief the natural herbal way.
To cure acidity after meals, drink a glass of water with a piece of jaggery (raw brown unprocessed sugar) dissolved in it, after meals. Try this natural way, to get relief from a very common complaint in the modern world.
Hiccups Problem? Roast some peppercorns and breathe in deeply. This will stop hiccups promptly.
Another quick cure for a loose stomach… Try fenugreek seeds in a glass of semi warm water.
Improve the health of your liver by eating a refrigerated fresh pineapple piece dipped in honey, once a day. Experience a marked improvement within 15 days.
To get relief from chronic constipation, try eating half a cup of blanched spinach.
Chewing cloves is a good way to protect your teeth and get rid of bad breath.
Do you need relief from muscular pain? Try a mustard bath! Take 15- 20 grams of mustard powder, tie it in a piece of cloth, dip it into a bucket of hot water for 10- 15 minutes and then bathe with that water. Get relief from muscular pains and cramps.
Do you know raw cabbage and cabbage juice helps to regenerate the frayed mucosal, inner stomach and intestine linings.
To reduce the sting of a bee bite, apply one tsp of onion juice to the affected area. Then remove the stinger with a tweezers.
To cure bad breath, boil a few (4-6) fenugreek leaves in one glass of water and then gargle with this semi warm water. Try it for 7 days, twice a day, to see substantial improvement.
Soak one teaspoon of wheat in 150 ml of water over night. Drink this water in the morning after filtering out the wheat to get immediate relief from acidity and stomach problems. Try it for 3- 4 days to find substantial improvement.
Add a pinch of asafetida to semi hot water (warm water) and drink it to get relief from menstrual cramps. This is a safe natural remedy to an age old problem and works well with most women.
Chew five basil leaves first thing in the morning daily to keep away infection of the throat, mouth and gums. Make this a regular habit and avoid throat problems.
Indigestion any one? One teaspoon of mint juice mixed with an equal amount of honey and lemon juice is a good cure for this problem. Try it for three days after heavy meals and enjoy the difference.
To get rid of bruises quickly before an important engagement, dip cotton wool in undiluted vinegar and bandage the bruised area with same till dry. Find instant relief.
You can use the white of an egg as an emergency burn ointment.
Asthma patients can get some relief by drinking a teaspoon of honey mixed in a cup of boiled water daily.
To get rid of a persistent cough, eat a guava that has been baked in an oven or over charcoal. Try this home remedy for four to five days to obtain relief.
Rub an aspirin tablet on a bee sting to stop pain. The aspirin acts as a local anesthetic!
Tender coconut water applied on a skin regularly for six months reduces and removes small pox scars.
Drinking wheat grass juice is a health tonic. Drink a glass every alternate day to find an increase in vigor.
For immediate relief from aches in your legs or hands, immerse the affected limb in hot water mixed with salt.
One teaspoon castor oil taken with semi hot (warm) water early in the morning on an empty stomach is an excellent cure for indigestion. It also helps alleviate muscular pains.
To get relief from menstrual cramps, peel a few garlic flakes, fry them in clarified butter, cool add sugar and swallow a couple. Find relief in 15 minutes.
Check these natural herbal remedies to common ailments. I have colleted these over a period of 3 years and share them here with you for free !
To get immediate relief from an irritable cough, take a thin slice of freshly cut onion and pour two teaspoons of honey on it. Keep aside for 3- 4 hours and then remove the onion and lick the honey to get substantial relief from an irritable cough.
Chew raw guava leaves to get quick relief from diarrhea. Try it and enjoy relief the natural herbal way.
To cure acidity after meals, drink a glass of water with a piece of jaggery (raw brown unprocessed sugar) dissolved in it, after meals. Try this natural way, to get relief from a very common complaint in the modern world.
Hiccups Problem? Roast some peppercorns and breathe in deeply. This will stop hiccups promptly.
Another quick cure for a loose stomach… Try fenugreek seeds in a glass of semi warm water.
Improve the health of your liver by eating a refrigerated fresh pineapple piece dipped in honey, once a day. Experience a marked improvement within 15 days.
To get relief from chronic constipation, try eating half a cup of blanched spinach.
Chewing cloves is a good way to protect your teeth and get rid of bad breath.
Do you need relief from muscular pain? Try a mustard bath! Take 15- 20 grams of mustard powder, tie it in a piece of cloth, dip it into a bucket of hot water for 10- 15 minutes and then bathe with that water. Get relief from muscular pains and cramps.
Do you know raw cabbage and cabbage juice helps to regenerate the frayed mucosal, inner stomach and intestine linings.
To reduce the sting of a bee bite, apply one tsp of onion juice to the affected area. Then remove the stinger with a tweezers.
To cure bad breath, boil a few (4-6) fenugreek leaves in one glass of water and then gargle with this semi warm water. Try it for 7 days, twice a day, to see substantial improvement.
Soak one teaspoon of wheat in 150 ml of water over night. Drink this water in the morning after filtering out the wheat to get immediate relief from acidity and stomach problems. Try it for 3- 4 days to find substantial improvement.
Add a pinch of asafetida to semi hot water (warm water) and drink it to get relief from menstrual cramps. This is a safe natural remedy to an age old problem and works well with most women.
Chew five basil leaves first thing in the morning daily to keep away infection of the throat, mouth and gums. Make this a regular habit and avoid throat problems.
Indigestion any one? One teaspoon of mint juice mixed with an equal amount of honey and lemon juice is a good cure for this problem. Try it for three days after heavy meals and enjoy the difference.
To get rid of bruises quickly before an important engagement, dip cotton wool in undiluted vinegar and bandage the bruised area with same till dry. Find instant relief.
You can use the white of an egg as an emergency burn ointment.
Asthma patients can get some relief by drinking a teaspoon of honey mixed in a cup of boiled water daily.
To get rid of a persistent cough, eat a guava that has been baked in an oven or over charcoal. Try this home remedy for four to five days to obtain relief.
Rub an aspirin tablet on a bee sting to stop pain. The aspirin acts as a local anesthetic!
Tender coconut water applied on a skin regularly for six months reduces and removes small pox scars.
Drinking wheat grass juice is a health tonic. Drink a glass every alternate day to find an increase in vigor.
For immediate relief from aches in your legs or hands, immerse the affected limb in hot water mixed with salt.
One teaspoon castor oil taken with semi hot (warm) water early in the morning on an empty stomach is an excellent cure for indigestion. It also helps alleviate muscular pains.
To get relief from menstrual cramps, peel a few garlic flakes, fry them in clarified butter, cool add sugar and swallow a couple. Find relief in 15 minutes.
Hair Loss Prevention and Help
Hair Loss Prevention and Help by Janice Kumar
Hair is continuously growing and is being shed simultaneously. At any time, hair is growing and replacing shed hair. When this process gets disrupted, hair loss may occur. Hair loss can be psychologically a big put down, because every one is to some extent, worried about baldness and looks. Hair loss can be a major blow to a person's self esteem and if it can be checked, it can certainly add value to external beauty and looks and give a boost to self confidence and self worth.
Some common causes of hair loss are as follows.
Hormonal changes in the body related to medication, pregnancy, thyroid problems can cause hair loss. Normally if the hormonal balance is restored, hair loss can be checked to some extent.
Some diseases like, diabetes etc can result in hair loss. This kind of hair loss problem is normally difficult to control but with proper care and treatment, it may be possible to reduce the hair loss.
There are some life saving drugs and other strong antibiotics which can result in hair loss. If it is possible to find the exact medicine causing the problem, it may be possible to change the medication and prevent hair loss.
Fungal infections and bacterial infections can also cause hair loss. This kind of hair loss can normally be treated well, by correct medication given by a skin specialist.
Improper hair care, especially regular perming ( resulting in scarring of the scalp), continuously blow drying hair and continued use of chemicals for hair coloring purposes can cause permanent hair damage and loss.
Some people have a hereditary tendency to baldness. This may be termed male pattern baldness, leading to hair loss with a receding hairline, thinning hair and baldness at the top of the scalp.
I will give below some herbal home remedies for hair loss. It is suggested that you may try them for a month or so to find some change in your hair loss problem. Incase, one home remedy does not seem to work, do try a different remedy to find relief. Not all remedies work on all kind of problems.
Take 50 ml of coconut hair, heat it and add three flakes of garlic (squeeze the garlic juice into the oil) and four peppercorns (crush them into the oil). Let the oil cool by itself and then massage this oil into the hair. Regular application, will stimulate hair growth and result in healthy voluminous hair over time.
An excellent hair tonic can be prepared by mixing almond oil, olive oil and castor oil in equal proportion. Massage this daily into the hair to stimulate hair growth and improve hair texture.
Another herbal remedy that works to reduce hair loss is prepared with olive oil. Take 20 ml olive oil and add one teaspoon honey and one teaspoon cinnamon powder to the mixture. Mix well to create a smooth paste. Apply this paste to the scalp and leave on for 30 minutes. Rinse off with warm water. Repeat every three days for a month to find reduced hair loss and better thicker hair.
Many people suffer from minor infections in the scalp, which may be causing hair loss. A simple herbal remedy to check this kind of hair loss is easy to prepare. Mix two tablespoons (around 20 ml ) of ginger juice with one tablespoon (10ml) of lime juice in a bowl. Apply this to your hair, by massaging the same into your scalp. This will help prevent minor infections, reduce itching and stimulate hair growth. Leave on for 30 minutes and then wash off with warm water. Create this mixture, fresh every time, and use it once a week for 4 weeks to find significant improvement.
A quick and simple remedy for hair loss is simply crushing some garlic cloves and massaging the same into your scalp. This will improve blood circulation and it is recommended once every two weeks as a good way to stimulate hair follicles.
Good diet is also essential for improving the condition of the hair. It is important to drink plenty of water, raw salads, yoghurt, leafy vegetables and whole grain cereals. Cutting down on fried snacks, salt, sugar and aerated drinks helps in general skin and hair care.
Try shifting to herbal shampoos containing, herbs such as henna, Lemon grass, Mint, Hibiscus, Neem. These shampoos are any day better then detergent based shampoos which can contribute to hair loss.
In case, hair loss is permanent and irreversible, then the only recourse is hair grafting or a wig. However many males look stunning with a bald head also so all is not lost if hair loss does not stop. The above remedies will normally work well in cases of minor hair loss if started well in time. It is best to treat conditions of severe hair loss through medical intervention. Take care..
Hair is continuously growing and is being shed simultaneously. At any time, hair is growing and replacing shed hair. When this process gets disrupted, hair loss may occur. Hair loss can be psychologically a big put down, because every one is to some extent, worried about baldness and looks. Hair loss can be a major blow to a person's self esteem and if it can be checked, it can certainly add value to external beauty and looks and give a boost to self confidence and self worth.
Some common causes of hair loss are as follows.
Hormonal changes in the body related to medication, pregnancy, thyroid problems can cause hair loss. Normally if the hormonal balance is restored, hair loss can be checked to some extent.
Some diseases like, diabetes etc can result in hair loss. This kind of hair loss problem is normally difficult to control but with proper care and treatment, it may be possible to reduce the hair loss.
There are some life saving drugs and other strong antibiotics which can result in hair loss. If it is possible to find the exact medicine causing the problem, it may be possible to change the medication and prevent hair loss.
Fungal infections and bacterial infections can also cause hair loss. This kind of hair loss can normally be treated well, by correct medication given by a skin specialist.
Improper hair care, especially regular perming ( resulting in scarring of the scalp), continuously blow drying hair and continued use of chemicals for hair coloring purposes can cause permanent hair damage and loss.
Some people have a hereditary tendency to baldness. This may be termed male pattern baldness, leading to hair loss with a receding hairline, thinning hair and baldness at the top of the scalp.
I will give below some herbal home remedies for hair loss. It is suggested that you may try them for a month or so to find some change in your hair loss problem. Incase, one home remedy does not seem to work, do try a different remedy to find relief. Not all remedies work on all kind of problems.
Take 50 ml of coconut hair, heat it and add three flakes of garlic (squeeze the garlic juice into the oil) and four peppercorns (crush them into the oil). Let the oil cool by itself and then massage this oil into the hair. Regular application, will stimulate hair growth and result in healthy voluminous hair over time.
An excellent hair tonic can be prepared by mixing almond oil, olive oil and castor oil in equal proportion. Massage this daily into the hair to stimulate hair growth and improve hair texture.
Another herbal remedy that works to reduce hair loss is prepared with olive oil. Take 20 ml olive oil and add one teaspoon honey and one teaspoon cinnamon powder to the mixture. Mix well to create a smooth paste. Apply this paste to the scalp and leave on for 30 minutes. Rinse off with warm water. Repeat every three days for a month to find reduced hair loss and better thicker hair.
Many people suffer from minor infections in the scalp, which may be causing hair loss. A simple herbal remedy to check this kind of hair loss is easy to prepare. Mix two tablespoons (around 20 ml ) of ginger juice with one tablespoon (10ml) of lime juice in a bowl. Apply this to your hair, by massaging the same into your scalp. This will help prevent minor infections, reduce itching and stimulate hair growth. Leave on for 30 minutes and then wash off with warm water. Create this mixture, fresh every time, and use it once a week for 4 weeks to find significant improvement.
A quick and simple remedy for hair loss is simply crushing some garlic cloves and massaging the same into your scalp. This will improve blood circulation and it is recommended once every two weeks as a good way to stimulate hair follicles.
Good diet is also essential for improving the condition of the hair. It is important to drink plenty of water, raw salads, yoghurt, leafy vegetables and whole grain cereals. Cutting down on fried snacks, salt, sugar and aerated drinks helps in general skin and hair care.
Try shifting to herbal shampoos containing, herbs such as henna, Lemon grass, Mint, Hibiscus, Neem. These shampoos are any day better then detergent based shampoos which can contribute to hair loss.
In case, hair loss is permanent and irreversible, then the only recourse is hair grafting or a wig. However many males look stunning with a bald head also so all is not lost if hair loss does not stop. The above remedies will normally work well in cases of minor hair loss if started well in time. It is best to treat conditions of severe hair loss through medical intervention. Take care..
21 Reasons to Practice Regular Meditation
21 Reasons to Practice Regular Meditation
Aug 4, 2009 | Ananga | in Guided Relaxation Meditation
Beneath the buzz and hum of a busy mind lies a place of calm, creative intelligence, a place you can tap into any time you choose if you are willing to sit still and close your eyes for just 10 minutes a day.
More than 600 research studies have now been conducted into meditation, here's a list of 21 benefits they have found :
21 Proven Benefits of Meditation
1. reduced stress
2. calm and peaceful mind
3. increased happiness
4. increased creativity
5. greater powers of concentration
6. reduced need for recreational drugs, cigarettes and alcohol
7. balanced emotions
8. more energy
9. more enthusiasm and appreciation for life in general
10. reduced tension and physical pain
11. enhanced ability to relax
12. improved sleep
13. improved immune function
14. healthy blood pressure
15. improved digestion
16. positive outlook
17. harmonious relationships
18. enhanced sense of connection with others and nature
19. improved self-esteem
20. resilience to anxiety
21. increased mental resources
If Meditation's That Good Why Isn't Everyone Doing It?
When I talk to people about the benefits of meditation, most of them are already aware that meditation can help them reduce stress and anxiety, yet they haven't tried it. Why? Because either they're too busy to learn something new, or they feel confused and they don't know where to begin.
I remember how that feels. Some years ago I wanted to learn to meditate to reduce my anxiety. I would travel to a big London bookstore in my lunch-break and stand in front of the shelves in complete and utter confusion. At the end of each visit I would grab a book because I felt I had to buy something, but reading it on the tube on the way back to my office my heart would sink as I felt the confusion of too many pages of information. I just didn't know where to start.
Meditation is Something you Need to be Shown
If someone where to guide you through a simple meditation practice you would be amazed at how simple it is to get started, and as for time, you can achieve a lot in just 10 minutes. Starting your own meditation practice is as simple as sitting still and quiet for a few minutes while you watch your breath. Try it daily and you will be feeling many of the above benefits by the end of your first week.
I would be honoured to be your guide and to share with you some of the meditation techniques that have helped me.
Aug 4, 2009 | Ananga | in Guided Relaxation Meditation
Beneath the buzz and hum of a busy mind lies a place of calm, creative intelligence, a place you can tap into any time you choose if you are willing to sit still and close your eyes for just 10 minutes a day.
More than 600 research studies have now been conducted into meditation, here's a list of 21 benefits they have found :
21 Proven Benefits of Meditation
1. reduced stress
2. calm and peaceful mind
3. increased happiness
4. increased creativity
5. greater powers of concentration
6. reduced need for recreational drugs, cigarettes and alcohol
7. balanced emotions
8. more energy
9. more enthusiasm and appreciation for life in general
10. reduced tension and physical pain
11. enhanced ability to relax
12. improved sleep
13. improved immune function
14. healthy blood pressure
15. improved digestion
16. positive outlook
17. harmonious relationships
18. enhanced sense of connection with others and nature
19. improved self-esteem
20. resilience to anxiety
21. increased mental resources
If Meditation's That Good Why Isn't Everyone Doing It?
When I talk to people about the benefits of meditation, most of them are already aware that meditation can help them reduce stress and anxiety, yet they haven't tried it. Why? Because either they're too busy to learn something new, or they feel confused and they don't know where to begin.
I remember how that feels. Some years ago I wanted to learn to meditate to reduce my anxiety. I would travel to a big London bookstore in my lunch-break and stand in front of the shelves in complete and utter confusion. At the end of each visit I would grab a book because I felt I had to buy something, but reading it on the tube on the way back to my office my heart would sink as I felt the confusion of too many pages of information. I just didn't know where to start.
Meditation is Something you Need to be Shown
If someone where to guide you through a simple meditation practice you would be amazed at how simple it is to get started, and as for time, you can achieve a lot in just 10 minutes. Starting your own meditation practice is as simple as sitting still and quiet for a few minutes while you watch your breath. Try it daily and you will be feeling many of the above benefits by the end of your first week.
I would be honoured to be your guide and to share with you some of the meditation techniques that have helped me.
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