Home Remedies to Get Rid of Acne

Before I start talking about the solution for Acne, You should know What Is Acne and What Causes It?

Acne or so called Bumps can be of following types:

1. blackheads
2. whiteheads
3. pimples
4. cysts

What causes it: The hair follicles or pores, in our skin contain sebaceous glands.  These glands produce sebum, an oil which lubricates skin and hair.Most of the time, the sebaceous glands make the right amount of sebum. But In case of teens turning mature,  hormones stimulate the sebaceous glands to make more sebum. this can also happen with some people with hormonal imbalance.

Pores become clogged if there is too much sebum and too many dead skin cells. Bacteria (commonly Propionibacterium acnes) can then get trapped inside the pores and multiply. which causes swelling and redness — the start of acne.

If a pore gets clogged up and closes but bulges out from the skin, you're left with a whitehead. If a pore gets clogged up but stays open, the top surface can darken and you're left with a blackhead. Sometimes the wall of the pore opens, allowing sebum, bacteria, and dead skin cells to make their way under the skin — and you're left with a small, red bump called a pimple (sometimes pimples have a pus-filled top from the body's reaction to the bacterial infection).

Clogged pores that open up very deep in the skin can cause nodules, which are infected lumps or cysts that are bigger than pimples and can be painful. Occasionally, large cysts that seem like acne may be boils caused by a staph infection.

What should be done to get rid of them or how to prevent :

• Wash your face once or twice a day with a mild soap and warm water, Don't scrub your face hard with a washcloth
• If you wear makeup or sunscreen, make sure it's labeled "noncomedogenic" or "nonacnegenic."
• Sun Light,  Can kill some of bacteria, but for some people, oils produced after being in the sun make their pimples worse.
• Keep your face away from hair sprays or gels.
• Don't touch it, squeeze it, or pick at it. Which can cause even more inflammation and permanent scars on skin.
• Some girls may find that acne comes out a few days before they get their period. This is called premenstrual acne, and about 7 out of 10 women get it from changes in hormones in the body.

Home Remedies : - 

Alkaline solutions (Kills bacteria and reduces irritation) : -

• Mint - Eliminate pimples by killing bacteria and reduces irritation. It helps loosen dead skin cells to make them easier to shed. Crushed leaves can be applied to the affected areas, you can also mix it with honey to make a paste. apply moisturiser after rinsing the face with warm water.
• Baking Soda - Stops irritation. As bacteria can not live in alkaline environment and baking soda being strong alkalizer it can kill all bacteria. But it can leave the skin dry, so should apply moisturiser (Tea tree oil or castor oil can also be applied) after rinsing the face with it.
• Cucumber contains Vitamins A, C, and E. When used regularly, cucumber can prevent the development of oily skin and eventually, acne breakouts.

1. can be applied grated or sliced for 15-20 minutes.
2. Sliced cucumber can be soaked in water for one hour and strained solution can be used to drink or to wash the face.
3. Grated cucumber can be mixed with oatmeal and yoghurt and mask can be applied on face for 30 minutes and rinse with water later.

• Aloe Vera - When applied to the skin, aloe vera gel can help heal wounds, treat burns and fight inflammation.
• Toothpaste - help in drying up the pimples and absorbing excess oil. very helpful for whiteheads or blackheads. Don't use gel based toothpaste. You can apply small amount on affected area for 30 min.
• Green tea - has antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. simply lay a cooled bag on the affected area or use the tea to wash the face. adding lemon in green tea enhances the benefit. Should also include one cup of green tea with lemon in our daily diet routine and should be consumed empty stomach or with a gap of 2 hour from meal.

Oil based solution (help skin to get rid of scars fast): - 

• Tea Tree Oil - has ability to reduce redness and dry out pimples. Its antibacterial properties help eliminate acne-causing bacteria from your skin. Use cotton ball to apply it on acne prone area and rinse after 15-20 minutes.  Yu can also mix it with aloe vera gel to get enhanced benefit.
• Castor Oil - It has similar properties as of tea tree oil along with some essential fatty acid which our body need. It helps to get rid of scars / marks from skin. It is very helpful to get rid of fungal infections also.

Acidic Solution (Kills bacteria and cleanse the skin) : - 

• Apple Cider Vinegar - restores PH level of skin. do not apply for long time. 
• Lemon Juice - Causes the pimples to shrink.
• Honey - it can act as an amazing antimicrobial and wound-healing remedy. 
• Garlic - Sulfur content in it makes the pimples heal faster.

Normal Routine (Hormonal Balance and internal cleansing): - 

• Steaming - Help to get rid od dirt deposited oils.
• Reduce Stress - stress may increase sebum production and skin inflammation, making acne worse
• Exercise Regularly - Exercise plays a big role in Hormone regulation, blood circulation and lymph node cleansing. Must do it 30 min 3-4 times a week.

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Magnetic therapy - Nature's Aid for Good Health

All living beings on earth have magnetic field (one of four fundamental forces in nature) which encircle them  in the similar way the magnetic field surrounds the Earth as its protector. This magnetic field around us is also referred as aura, Chi, Ki, Prana, Gaia and Ether. In most of the God paintings We see energy around their body and flowing to us to give us blessings, which forces me to think that its nothing else but electro magnetic energy or magnetically charged particles that heals us.  It is also true there is some magnetic fields around ancient temples and when we go to temples, That energy cures lot of our problems.

 Keeping above points in mind, I believe we can take benefit by coming in touch with magnets. Due to adverse side effects of allopathy, Many people are already turning towards alternative treatments like Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Yoga, acupuncture and magnetic therapy also.

But before using magnetic therapy, You must know about north and south pole of magnets. Applying wrong pole of magnet can also harm your body. So you have to be very careful about direction of magnets. If you are going in opposite direction of flow then you are just depleting your body energy instead of gaining it.

With right application of magnets and use of charged water with right pole as per disease there is almost every disease which can be cured by this therapy or it can help the other medicine to work efficiently and body will start responding to medicine.

Rule of healthy person is North pole should  always be applied to right hand / foot and south pole should always be applied to left hand / foot.

Following are some pictures which explains method to apply for some of diseases:

North (Right) and south (left) pole magnets

Hand position for upper body part problems, Bottom pic - For Liver, stomach and intestines

For Pain of Left Side of Body

For right body part problems

For lower body problems below navel

For back problems and slip disc etc

Belt for back problems 

For head related problems

Magnetic water for immune and metabolism

For eye problems

Effects on body :

• Improves blood flow
• Help eliminate free radicals to save us from cancer
• Reduces fatigue
• Relax nerves
• Improve sleep
• Enhance organs and whole body strength
• Better absorption of nutrient by body
• helps in regeneration and activation of cells
• Hormon balance
• Sugar control with improving the function of insulin and surrounding tissues

So paving the way for anti-oxidation, anti-ageing and anti-cancer purposes.

Following video explains how the magnetic therapy effect the body.


There are many experiments that scientists have done and are doing to study the effect of controlled magnetic fields on living beings and plants.

Scientists like Dr. Ralph U. sierra and Albert Roy have reported that plant growth is much healthier and better when seeds or plants are exposed to controlled magnetic fields. Also fruits from those plants are less acidic due to change in the biochemical development.

Farmers in Australia are already using magnetized water for better plant growth.



There are devices being used like Magnetic vortex vitaliser to make  structured hexagonal water, Which is very beneficial for health.

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Castor (Arandi) oil - Health and Beauty Benefits

My grandfather always use to have one spoon of castor oil with milk before sleep once / twice a week. At that time I did not know about health benefits it has, Only thing I knew was he drink it for good joints health and to keep his gut clear (due to constipation). He lived a very healthy life of about 90 years. So today looking at these modern days diseases, I recalled that castor oil bottle my grandfather use to keep with him and explored all the health benefits it can be used for :

It is a vegetable oil, and the plant is largely native to Africa and India. Other Names known are:

1. Aamudamu
2. Erandela
3. Amanakku Enney
4. Avanakkenna
5. Rerira Tela

It has Anti-Inflammatory, antimicrobial, analgesic, antifungal and antibacterial properties. It contains omega-6 and 9 essential fatty acids, vitamin E in it.

Benefits:

1. laxative effect for people with constipation due to ricinoleic acid in it. Take it only for maximum 3 days otherwise you can suffer with diarrhea. It can also be taken with orange juice, but not more than 2 ounces and drink warm water after 20 minutes followed by yogurt after an hour.
2. For gastrointestinal disorders like Inflammatory bowel disease, Appendicitis, Colitis and Liver ailments.
3. Labor Stimulation for pregnant women who have reached full-term.
4. Reduction of pain, inflammation and joint swelling associated with rheumatoid and osteoarthritis. 
5. Back pain relief. Apply externally by soaking it in cloth and place heating pad on it. you can also drink one spoon with milk once a week.
6. Menstrual cramps relief
7. Boost Immune System by increasing white blood and T-11 cells.
8. External application boost blood circulation.
9. Regenerate hairs, promotes hair growth and thickens them. Hair grow darker, smoother, shinier and healthier due to omega-6 essential fatty acid in it. You can apply castor oil overnight and wash and rinse with mild shampoo in morning. You can also apply it on hairs before shampoo in morning. It treats any type of scalp infections.
10. It can cure warts, moles, and cysts.
11. Cleanse the skin and tighten pores. So it can be used as facial cleanser, especially for people who have acne.
12. Heals scars, blemishes, wrinkles, fine lines and even stretch marks and keep skin soft and elastic.
13. Soothes dry lips. It can be used as lip balm.
14. Help heal fungal infections, such as ringworms, minor cuts and scratches. Apply by mixing it with coconut oil.

Side Effects:

Castor oil is deemed safe for consumption in controlled allowed amounts. castor seeds also contains a substance known as ricin, which is a potent protein toxin. If ingested orally ricin can get into the cell’s ribosomes and prevent protein synthesis, which can kill the cells. Even one milligram of ricin (6-10 castor seeds) can be fatal if ingested in body and there is no antidote for it.. But this ricin does not partition in to castor oil. So it is safe to have castor oil.

some people experience castor oil side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach discomfort and faintness. This can happen if you take consume it more than safe amount.

Some people can be allergic to it. So they can experience mild allergic side effects include itching, rashes, redness and a stinging sensation. Severe castor oil side effects include swelling of the face and throat, dizziness and difficulty of breathing.

Taking it regularly can deplete body's potassium and fluid leaving you dehydrated. So consume only once or twice a week or fort nightly.

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Diet to be avoided by cancer patients

Please share, It can save someone's life.

Eating healthy diet and doing exercise can prevent us from cancer. But these days cancer is growing so rapidly that most of us must be in touch with someone who might be fighting with this deadly disease. We are always looking for herbs / diet which can cure it, But more important is we should avoid things that are helping cancer cells grow in the body.  I will list down some foods that should be avoided by cancer patients, At the same time some of these foods can be good for healthy person.

1. Peanuts and cashews
2. CRISPS, CHIPS, BISCUITS AND BREAD
3. corn, specially cold corn in salads
4. Mushrooms
5. Diary products including milk
6. Eggs - by cooking and boiling properly is very important in case of eggs even for healthy person.
7. STORED GRAINS AND CEREALS - should be cooked properly, ever eat cold stored pasta salads
8. Sugar
9. Yeast
10. Caffeine in high amount, small amount can be ok.
11. stored apple juice, Always try to drink fresh juice.
12. dried fish
13. White table salt, Himalayan rock salt can be beneficial
14. Hydrogenated and vegetable oils 
15. Meat, Go vegan.
16. Tobacco
17. Alcohol
18. Any stored food is bad, Should have only fresh food.
19. Vinegar in more than required amount. one or two spoon on salad is good.
20. Never use Microwave cooked food.
21. White flour (Maida).
22. Use Copper, iron or silver Utensils to cook.

If you want to know about reason why they should be avoided, Please comment.

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Best home remedies for cough and cold

Cough and cold does not seems to be a serious problem most of the time, But it can be irritating and annoying even if it is acute cough specially in case of kids.

Here I will list some very good home remedies for cough, which can give relief very quickly and can save your money and time as you can try them before going to doctor.

1. Add some Turmeric and Carrom seeds (ajwain) in water and Inhaling steam of that water will help flush out mucus,  moisturizes dry irritated air passageways and soothes the throat. In case of kids, You can keep the steamer (humidifier) in room and moist all the room.
   
   
2. Other very efficient remedy is listed below, use it 2-3 times a day :
   
   
   • 5 drop honey 
   • 2 drop ginger (adrak) juice
   • 3 drops neem (Azadirachta indica) juice
   • 6 drops gilloy (Tinospora cordifolia) 
   
   
3. External massage on the throat area with ghee (clarified butter)  will moisturizes dry irritated throat and soothes it.
   
   
4. Drink Ginger/turmeric and tulsi (Holy basil) tea. For Kids, Instead of plain milk add some ginger and tulsi leaves in milk.
   
   
5. Take one tablespoon honey in lukewarm water mixed with less than 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder daily for three days. It is very helpful to cure chronic cough, cold and clears the sinuses.
   
   
6. Drink plenty of water and try only warm water. It will prevent the mucus from thickening.
   
   
7. Sleep With the Head Elevated. Cough results when mucus drips from the nose into the throat. This tends to grow worse at night when the body posture is conducive for such dripping. Sleeping with the head at a higher position helps to reduce such drainage and many people find this position helps reduce coughing at night and improves sleep.
   
   
8. Jaggery is an age-old remedy to cure dry cough and cold. Keeping it in mouth will produce saliva, which helps clear throat and kill viruses / bacteria. Eating jaggery after meal with fennel seeds (saunf) also keep you away from cough and cold.
   
   
9. If there is very thick and heavy mucus, then you can try pinch of Borax powder (suhaga / Tankan Bhasma) mixed with honey. It will clear all the mucus. But use it carefully as it is very acidic in nature. You can take twice a day at max and only for 2-3 day.

If even after these Home remedies cough persists then consult with doctor.

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Hernia - facts care and Ayurvadic home remedy

A hernia (rupture) occurs when an internal part of the body pushes through a weakness in the surrounding muscle or tissue wall. This article deals with abdominal hernias, where there is a weakness in the wall of the tummy (abdomen) which results in some of the contents within the abdomen pushing through (bulging) under the skin. Normally, the front of the abdomen has several layers comprising skin, then fat, then muscles, which all keep the guts (intestines) and internal tissues in place. If, for any reason, there is a weak point in the muscles then part of the intestines can push through. You can then feel a soft lump or swelling under the skin.

Prevention : 

1. Do not let your body get overweight.
2. Complete you daily need of nutrition.
3. Don't let your muscles get weak.

How :

I would list some of the exercises with which you can keep you abdomen and hip muscles strong:

1. Glute Bridge: 
   
2. Plank Holds: 
   
3. Side Plank Hold: 
   
4. Goblet Squat: 
   

Then there is diet which plays important role to fulfil nutrition need to help our body repair daily damage and strengthen nerves.

A balanced, low fat diet with ample sources of vitamins B6, B12, and folate will help protect the nervous system. Vitamin B12 plays important role in nervous system health, Most of the sources of vitamin b12 are easy reach for non-vegetarians. But there are no high vitamin B12 foods for vegan diets. I will list down some Vitamin b12 rich foods for both :

1. Beef liver
2. Sardines
3. Tuna
4. Lamb
5. Beef
6. Salmon
7. Eggs
8. Raw Milk
9. Cheese
10. Aloe Vera
11. Ripe banana 

For Vegans,  Aloe vera is best source of vitamin b12, Other than vitamin b12 there are lot of other vitamins present in it. Moreover It increases the absorption rate of vitamin B , C and E. 

You should also include ginger and fennel  seeds in your diet to strengthen your digestion, which will balance the acid in your body. Excess of acid in the body is main cause of weakened bones and muscles.

Other habits :

1. Never drink water while standing.Always  sit and drink water slowly.
2. Urinate after having meals.
3. Try not to exhaust your body and do not pick very heavy things with wrong body position.
4. Do not wear very tight clothes.

Other Home Remedy :  

1. Take 4-5 leaves of eucalyptus tree,  Guava tree and mango tree each. Make its tea by boiling them in some water and drink.
2. Consume Banana , Butter Milk and rice.
3. Carrot juice is also helpful.
4. Tomato Juice with black pepper and salt.

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childhood obesity facts and care

The immense majority of overweight or obese children live in developing countries, where the rate of increase has been more than 30% higher than that of developed countries.

Without intervention, obese infants and young children will likely continue to be obese during childhood, adolescence and adulthood.

What are the Causes :

There are three main reasons :

• Genetics
• Lack of Physical Activity
• Unhealthy Eating 

Other than that there are a few medical conditions (eg: hormones) which can make you overweight.

Many people say that it is our family history, But that is not true, those children may be at an increased risk of becoming overweight, but it can also be linked to family behaviour such as eating and activity habits, which gets inherited by child.

Risk of diseases in future :

• High cholesterol
• High blood pressure
• Early heart disease
• Diabetes
• Bone problems
• Skin conditions such as heat rash, fungal infections, and acne
• Low self esteem

Solution : 

Firstly you should support your child Morally. Never let him know that he is different. Do not say him change habits directly, instead all the family should change their habits, which will be adapted by your child automatically.

Physical Activities :

All the Family members should get involved in more physical activities. Arrange family activities that provide everyone with exercise, like walking, biking, or swimming and reduce the amount of time you and your family spend in long sitting and inactive activities, such as watching TV or playing video games.

Diet and Hunger :

For infants as per WHO:

• early initiation of breastfeeding within one hour of birth
• exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months of life
• the introduction of nutritionally-adequate and safe complementary (solid) foods at 6 months together with continued breastfeeding up to two years of age or beyond

Complementary foods should be rich in nutrients and given in adequate amounts. At six months, caregivers should introduce foods in small amounts and gradually increase the quantity as the child gets older. Young children should receive a variety of foods including meat, poultry, fish or eggs as often as possible. Foods for the baby can be specially prepared or modified from family meals. Complementary foods high in fats, sugar and salt should be avoided.

For School-aged children and adolescents :

1. reducing the fat, sugar and salt content of complementary foods and other processed foods.
2. increase consumption of fruit and vegetables, as well as legumes, whole grains and nuts;
3. engage in regular physical activity (60 minutes a day).

Other Life style Tips :

• Use of Warm water : Try to give your child warm water only instead of cold water
• Do not force feed your child : All children have their own unique hunger patterns and it is important that we encourage the child to eat only when they are hungry and always try to give freshly cooked food to you child.
• Use of seasonal vegetables : Its hard to develop initial taste of vegetables, But once your child starts eating it, They will start liking veggies by themselves and we all know how important are nutrients that are packed inside veggies.
• Use of Clarified Butter (Ghee) : It helps to boost digestion, improves memory and concentration, build immune system and will keep your child away from constipation.
• Use of Lemon and other fruits: First of all you should avoid fruit intake after meals and should try to give them empty stomach. Also avoid them along with milk, curd (Yogurt) and water. Doing so, will increase acidity and toxin build up in body. Having them in right way will improve intestinal and body immunity.
• Massage : You should massage your child 30 minute before shower with oil of your choice like almond, sesame or mustard oil. Doing so will improve muscle strength cleansing of lymph node system to drain toxins and also immunity will get strengthen.

        

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Sufferng from Hair Fall: Try these natural remedies

Hair loss has become a common topic of discussion among women.Losing 50-100 strands a day is considered normal but if your start loosing more then that, it can be a problem of concern.

Hair loss occurs when the hair follicles from which hair emerges gets  blocked or ceases to function properly.These hair follicles gets blocked by dandruff, sebum, dirt, dead skin cells,deficiency ,medication or illness. So it very important to treat the desired cause of hair loss otherwise it can lead to hair baldness.

Today market is flooded with various hair products for hair loss but that comes with certain side effects. Fortunately, there are number of simple home remedies that can be used to prevent hair loss.

Causes of Hair Loss

• Physical stress
• Pregnancy
• Lack of protein
• Excess intake of Vitamin A
• Hereditary
• Female Hormones
• Climatic Conditions
• Anti Depressants pills
• Aging
• Vitamin B deficiency
• Emotional Stress
• Anemia
• Overactive Immune system
• Thyroid
• Over styling

Natural Home Remedies

Indian Gooseberry

Indian Gooseberry also known as amla is rich source of vitamin C. Deficiency of Vitamin C in the body can lead to hair loss. The anti bacterial,anti inflammatory, antioxidant and exfoliating properties of amla promotes healthier,shinier and long hair.

How to use:Mix one tablespoon of Indian gooseberry or amla pulp with lemon. Massage your scalp and leave it for overnight and shampoo your hair in the morning.

Onion Juice

Onion is one of the effective remedy in treating hair loss due to the high sulphur content found in it. This sulphur content improves blood circulation to hair follicles thereby promoting hair growth. Its anti bacterial, anti fungal characteristics treats various scalp infections.

How to use:Extract the onion juice by grating it and then applying it on scalp.Leave the juice for 30 minutes and then wash it off with your shampoo. Use this remedy twice a week for effective results.

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is very beneficial for hair growth. Its alkalizing properties brings the scalp and hair's ph to a more desirable level which in turn generates hair growth. Aloe vera makes your hair shiny, smooth and more healthy.

How to use: Apply the aloe vera gel or juice on to the scalp. Leave it for few hours and then wash it with your regular shampoo. Use this 2-3 times a week for desired results.

Garlic

Like onion, garlic too has sulphur content in it which brings hair growth.

How to use: Crush few cloves of garlic and mix it with coconut oil. Boil this mixture for few minutes. Let it cool down and apply this on to your scalp, leave it for 30 minutes and then wash it off. Repeat this twice a week.

Coconut Milk

Coconut milk is rich in protein and essential fats which brings growth of hair. Coconut milk gives you instant results when applied onto the scalp.

How to use: You can make home made coconut milk by just grating the coconut and putting it in pan of water. Boil it for few minutes.Let it cool down. Apply this on your scalp and leave it for 20 minutes. Wash the hair after 20 minutes. For good results use this twice a week.

Hibiscus

Hibiscus is also know as shoe flower.This flower treats dandruff, prevents premature graying, controls hair loss and provides healthy, soft hair growth.

How to use: Crush few flowers and mix it with sesame or coconut oil to make a paste. Apply this paste on your scalp and leave it for few minutes. Wash it with your shampoo.

Egg

Egg acts as a rich source of sulphur, ahs phosphorus, selenium, iodine, zinc and protein which are very useful for generating hair growth.

How to use: Take a white portion of an egg and mix it with teaspoon of olive oil, beat to make a thick paste, apply this paste on your scalp and keep it for 15-20 minutes. Rinse it with cool water and mild shampoo.

Heena

Heena is one of the best natural remedy for hair problems.It helps you in getting rid of dandruff ,scalp itching and unhealthy hair. Heena is very effective in preventing hair loss.

How to use:Take 250 ml of mustard oil and put 60g of washed and dried henna leaves. Now boil this mixture.Wait till until the mixture cools down. Now massage the scalp using this mixture. Store the rest of the mixture in an air tight container for further use.

Flax Seeds

The omega 3 fatty acids are found in abundance in flax seeds which strengthens the hair and prevents hair loss.

How to use:You can use flax seed oil to massage your scalp. Apply the oil on your scalp and leave it for overnight. Rinse your hair in the morning with your shampoo.

You can also take a tablespoon of freshly grounded flax-seeds in the morning with a glass of water.

Potato

Lack of Vitamin A,B,C in your body makes your dull, dry and brittle. Potatoes are rich in Vitamin C,B6 and fibre which gives you relieve from dandruff, baldness, dry hair. Potato makes your hair shiny, healthy and silky.

How to use: Extract the potato juice of three potatoes by grating it. Add 1 egg yolk and 2 tablespoon of lemon juice in it. Apply this on your scalp and leave it for 30-40 minutes. Wash it with lukewarm water without using any shampoo.

Lemon 

Lemons are richest source of vitamin C which make hair stronger and healthier. Lemon clears dandruff owing to its anti fungal properties. Limonene in lemons gives shine to dull and dry hair. Lemon juice strengthens the hair follicles thus stimulating hair growth.

How to use: Squeeze the lemon juice from the lemon wedge on your scalp and hair. Massage the scalp with lemon wedge for 5-10 minutes. Keep it as such for another 10 more minutes. Rinse Your hair with mild shampoo.

Follow these natural home remedies and see the soft, silky, shiny and healthy texture of your hair. Feel free to provide the feedback in the comments section.

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Magical benefits of Alum (Fitkari)

Say no to Doctors..

Yesterday my three year old son and I were playing when suddenly I noticed  his front teeth has become light brown in color,I thought it is tartar/plaque and decided to visit dentist.Then on my husband's advice I applied some alum powder mixed with a pinch of baking soda on my son's teeth and the results were amazing,within few minutes that brown deposit on his teeth was gone. Another incident happened with me , I had recently got my molar extracted , as it was severely damaged due to plaque / tarter. After few days of surgery , My gum was filled with pus even after eating antibiotic and i was crying with pain. When I told my husband to go to doctor , He said we will go after 15-20 minutes and told me to apply alum powder and little bit baking soda along with pinch of rock salt. I salivated for some time, when I rinsed and cleaned teeth There was no pus and pain left. So for sure there cant be any better medicine for tooth infections than alum powder. Surely there are lot of other benefits and uses of alum, So today I decided to write about this magical crystal benefits on my blog to help you guys.

Benefits of alum

Alum for gums and cavities

Alum's antiseptic properties enables it to fight with the tooth decay,swollen gum,bleeding gums and cavities. Due to its excellent astringent properties alum when applied on swollen gums reduces inflammation and pain caused by it.Alum can be treated as a mouth wash to strengthens the gums.

How to use:If you suffering from tooth pain,take a grain of alum and wrap it in cotton ball ,place it in the affected area for quick relief.

Mix five parts alum powder, three parts black pepper powder, two parts rock salt powder and one part turmeric root powder and use for massaging your gums.

Treats Cranker Sores 

Alum is antibacterial in nature, this salt fights infections caused by bacteria.So if you have any cranker sores it just removes moisture from it and makes it dry.This burns a little but at the end you get a relief from the irritating sores.Alum powder can also be used for the mouth sores.

How to use:Just apply alum powder on the sore ,do not swallow the saliva.Sores will be healed with in a night.

Treats Eye Abscess

Alum is a an effective remedy to treat eye abscess.Eye Abscess may give rise to puffy mass ,packed with pus.Abscess is caused by inflammation of hair follicles, injuries, punctures and due to blockage of sebaceous glands and sweat. This eye infection cant be treated without removing the pus from it.Alum burst that pus on the same day and heals the eye.

How to use:Rub the alum on the sandalwood stone with little water to form the paste.Rub it hard as the paste doesn't comes easily.Once the paste forms ,apply it on affected area.This burns at first but applying it 2-3 times heals the eyes.

Alum for Shaving cuts

Alum works as a after shaving treatment.Its antiseptic properties heals the minor cuts or bruises that happen while shaving.

How to use:Apply alum block after shaving on the wet face for few seconds.Wash it off or you can let it sink inside the skin.

Alum as deodrant

Alum acts as a anti microbial deodorant that kills bacteria which is responsible for bad odur.

How to use:Take a alum block and dissolve in it the water.bath with this water but do not rinse your hair with this water.You will get the desired results.

Alum for water Purification

Alum can use to clean the muddy water.If you are going for campaigning you can take an alum block with you to treat the muddy water.Drop 1gm of powdered alum in the water,you will se mud particles settling down and clean water comes up.

Alum for wrinkles and pimples

Alum can be used for winkles treatment.Alum when applied gives flexibility and tightens the skin.Acne responds to alum very well thus providing a glowing and healthy skin.

How to use:Take a alum block ,wet it in water and rub it gently on your damp face for few seconds.After applying wash the face and apply moisturizer.

You can also apply face pack with egg white,alum powder and fuller's earth(multani mitti)  for treating acne.

Alum removes negative energy

Alum is often used by the people to get rid of negative energy.People usually hang the alum stone outside their house to keep the negative energy away.You can use alum for cleaning aura of the body.

How to use: For aura cleaning,the hands are moved in a particular fashion—they are "drawn out" away from the body of the patient, removing the auric energy impurities from the field as they do so. This should be done in a slow, deliberate manner , you must concentrate on the act during aura clearing.

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Simple Home Remedies for Quick Weight Loss

Super Fast Home Remedies for Weight Loss

Today obesity has become one of the major health issue globally.A person becomes obese or overweight when he/she starts consuming more calories particularly fatty and sugary foods rather than burning it off through physical activities.The excess energy is stored in the body in the form of fat which starts creating negative effects on health.

So here I am posting few tried and tested home remedies for quick weight loss.After delivering a healthy baby son three years back, I  too became overweight.For first three months I was eating as per my mother in law's diet to rebuild my strength and repair my muscles. Panjeree and whole wheat lodoos (yummmy!!!!)made in desi ghee were part of my diet and my favorite which I wasn't able to resist.This actually played a vital role in making me overweight. After three months I decided to follow my mother's simple home remedies to shed of the excess weight.These tips worked for me and I lost 6 kg in 25 days and came to my prior figure within 2 months. So here I am sharing the same tips with you guys.Hope you will like these simple remedies and adapt the same in your daily routine.

DRINK WARM WATER

Regularly drinking warm water in the morning can helps us in shedding those extra kilos.Warm water increases body temperature, which in turn increases the metabolic rate. The rise in metabolic rate allows the body to burn more calories and thus reduces weight.Warm water in the morning is beneficial for constipation,indigestion and for improving blood circulation.

Lemon and Honey

Having lemon and honey with lukewarm water in the morning is an effective remedy for weight loss.Honey contains nutrients,vitamins , minerals which are beneficial for the proper functioning of the body.Honey has the capacity to mobilize the fat stored in the body.When this stored fat is burnt to provide energy for performing daily activities,there will be a gradual decrease in the weight and relief from obesity.Lemons are high in pectin fiber and low in calories which promotes less food cravings.The warm water along with honey and lemon brings alkaline atmosphere in stomach and reduces weight.

How to use :Take one glass of warm water.Add one teaspoon honey and squeeze some drops of lemon in it.Drink it empty stomach in the morning to boast metabolism rate.

Cumin Seeds

For ages cumin seeds commonly know as jeera has been one of the main spices of our Indian food.Cumin seeds not only heal stomach problems but also helps in weight loss.These tiny little seeds are full of nutritional values like phosphorous,magnesium,calcium,vitamin A ,vitamin C which enhances metabolism and thus reduces weight.

How to use:Add a teaspoon of cumin seeds to a glass of water and bring it to a boil. Once the water turns brown, turn off the gas and cover the vessel. Allow the decoction to cool down to room temperature. Drink this tea three times a day to improve digestion and to help resolve minor stomach aches. 
You can also mix one teaspoon of cumin powder with some black salt in plain yogurt and have it daily.

Aloe vera juice 

Aloe vera has gained popularity in recent years owing to its magical contribution towards our skin, hair and body .This gel like plant is packed with vitamin A, B1, B2, B6, B12, C, E,folic acid and niacin all of which helps in  burning calories and reduces body fat.Aloe vera increases the metabolism and reduces the Body Mass Index(BMI) by converting the carbohydrates and fat stored in the body into energy.

How to use:Aloe vera and fruit juice: Take the gel out from the aloe vera plant with he help of spoon  and mix it with your favorite juice.Drink ½ cup in the morning and 15 minutes before each meal.Keep drinking the juice for 1-2 weeks.

Aloe vera with lemon :Aloe vera gel can be mixed with lemon juice, and water with your choice of sweetener and stir 2-3 minutes.Drink regularly to encourage weight loss.

Aloe vera with honey :Add one tablespoon honey in aloe vera juice.Stir it well and drink daily .

Aloe vera with water:Mix 1-2 tablespoon of aloe vera juice with water.Drink at least one a day to burn excess fat.

Aloe vera and smoothie: Take aloe vera gel from the plant.Add baby spinach beetroot,coriander,parsley, carrots in the mixer.Blend until smooth. Consume every morning and evening.


Giloy

Giloy also know was Guduci is an herbal plant that is mostly available in tropical regions of  India,Sri Lanka and Myanmar.This herbal plant acts as a medicine for various health problems like flu,cold, hepatitis,jaundice, gout, skin disorders among many others.Now a days this has become a popular remedy for weight loss,even the health specialists are recommending the use of giloy due to the various side effects of weight loss drugs available in the market. Giloy is very effective in enhancing the metabolism thereby eliminating the accumulation of fat in the body.

Giloy should be used in combination with other herbal extracts like aloe vera ,amla ,shilajit to avail the maximum benefit.Other dietary ingredients can also be added like black pepper,garlic,ginger to prepare a effective remedy.

How to use it:Ready made giloy juices are available in the market but if you want to have home made giloy juice,cut 6-7 inches giloy stem from the giloy plant.Crush the giloy stem properly and boil it in the water for 6-7 minutes.Sieve it and drink the healthy giloy juice.

Gooseberry

Indian Gooseberry also know as amla is a rich source of vitamin C.This fruit is loaded with nutrients and antioxidants.Gooseberry treats number of ailments , skin disorders ,hair problems.It is also one of the powerful remedy for weight loss.

Obesity is often caused by the slow process of metabolism in the body. Amla juice flushes out the toxins accumulated in the body.These toxins obstruct the process of digestion. Amla pushes these toxins out from the body and ensuring that the food is digested properly, all the nutrients from the food are absorbed in the body and the waste is expelled.

Amla also helps in hydrating the body and keeps you full for a longer time.

How to use: Amla can be taken in dried form or in the liquid form .Ready made amla juices are available in the market .You can also extract the pure amla juice by taking few amla fruits and cutting them into smaller pieces and removing the seeds from it.Now put the small pieces of amla in the blender ,pour some water in it and blend it well to have thick consistency.Use a cloth or sieve to separate the pulp from the juice.You can keep it refrigerate for 2 weeks.you can mix this amla juice with honey or salt or cardamon to make the juice tastier.

Cucumber

Cucumber is 90%water and helps in breaking fat cells .So eat lots of cucumber in the form of salad for weight loss.

Tomatoes

Tomatoes are rich source of vitamins,fiber and minerals.Tomatoes contains antioxidant lycopene which protects from heart diseases,cancer, osteoporosis, arthritis and more.Tomatoes are low in fat and carbohydrates so if you are cutting down on fats ,carbs or both ,tomatoes are the perfect choice.Tomatoes are low in calories ,high in fibre which can keep you away from food cravings and can help you in weight loss.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar remedy is recommended by every diet specialist today. Consuming a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar every day before going to bed is good to lose weight.The tartaric acid present in the vinegar will burn body fat while you sleep.

Green Tea

Green tea is widely known remedy for weight loss.Green tea contains epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) which limits fat absorption and enhances the body's capacity to use fat for producing energy to carry out various functions.This in turn prevents weight gain and obesity.Green tea is loaded with nutrients and essential minerals for the body like zinc, selenium and chromium which are beneficial for maintaining overall health. Drinking 3 to4 cups of green tea on a daily basis is effective in fighting obesity.

Exercise and yoga

Combing physical activity with healthy diet is a more effective way of reducing weight. Daily exercise or walk for 45 minutes is recommended by every dietician or doctor to maintain body weight.Yoga also acts as effective weigh loss solution.There are different asanas that you can do at home for burning the extra fat from the body.Yoga lowers the stress level hormones and increases the insulin sensitivity that signals the burning of fat into energy rather than storing it.

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