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Hot Tips To Prevent Hair Loss

Posted by Martin on June 12, 2008

While Androgenetic Alopecia is the number one reason why individuals experience hair loss, it is not the only one. Medical conditions such as hypothyroidism, ringworm and fungal infections can cause hair loss. Certain medications such as blood thinners, gout medication, birth control pills and too much vitamin A can cause sudden or abnormal hair loss as can following a crash diet, sudden hormonal changes, chemotherapy and radiation. If you are taking prescription medications, talk to your doctor and find out if your medication is contributing to your hair loss.

At any given time 10% of our hair is in what is called a “resting phase” and after 2-3 months resting, hair falls out and new hair grows in its place. Some people, however, experience more hair loss than is normal.

Over here are some excellent resources on how to prevent further hair loss:

Avoid mega-doses of vitamin A. Too much vitamin A can cause your hair to fall out.

Exercise, do yoga, meditate or find some other practice that will help to reduce your anxiety and stress levels. If you wear pigtails, cornrows, use a curling iron, hair dryer or hot rollers, try changing your hair style to one that puts less pressure and stress on your hair and scalp.

If hot oil treatments or chemicals such as those used in permanents are causing inflammation to the scalp, discontinue their use, or reduce the number of times you are using them.

Use gentle shampoos and conditioners to avoid any unnecessary damage to your hair.

In men, herbs such as saw palmetto and licorice root help block the formation of DHT. The same holds true for supplementation with zinc. As an added benefit, studies show that these supplements can also help prevent prostate enlargement.

Massage your scalp with rosemary oil in an olive oil base. Both rosemary oil and massaging the scalp can stimulate the circulation in the scalp and promote hair growth. Again, if you are experiencing hair loss, check with your doctor to ensure that a more serious disorder isn’t the cause.

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Hair Dandruff

Posted by Martin on June 12, 2008

Healthy glowing hair is a crowning glory for a woman today. To keep it this way is not very simple given to-days living conditions. The heat and dust and also working for long periods in air- conditioned surroundings. The hair treatments like perms, tinting, and hot rollers also affect the healthy luster of your hair.

The best way to atone for this would be to go “Totally Natural” from time to time. Just like plants hair too needs proper nourishment. You need to eat a proper protein rich diet.

The scalp should be clean before oiling the hair. Do brush hair as a daily routine, with firm downward strokes. Wet hair should not be brushed, as hair is weak when it is wet, and breaks easily. Take care and the time to massage the scalp while oiling hair, as this will increase the blood circulation around the roots.

Dandruff is the shedding of dead cells from the scalp. It sometimes leads to boils and pimples too. These are some ways in which we can get rid of dandruff.

Tips 1:

Keep the scalp clean. Oil hair on alternate days and shampoo.

Tips 2:

Mix 2 tspns of Brandy in 1 cup of water. Apply with the fingertips to the roots of hair. Wash after ½ hour with shampoo.

Tips 3:

Mix 1 egg with 1 cup of yogurt and apply on the scalp. Leave for ½ an hour and wash.

Tips 4:

Mix 1 tblspn of Olive oil with 1 tspn of limejuice. Apply well on the scalp and cover the head by tying an old scarf. Keep it on overnight and shampoo the next morning.

Tips 5:

1 tspn of Fenugreek seed powder mixed with an egg. Apply and leave for ½ an hour before shampooing the hair.

Tips 6:

1 tspn fenugreek seed powder mixed with 1 cup of yogurt. Apply and leave for ½ an hour before washing.

Tips 7:

Take 2 tblspns of Beetroot juice and add 1 egg and 1 tspn limejuice to this. Apply and leave for ½ an hour before washing.

Tips 8:

Oil hair well before going to bed. Next morning mix 1 tspn limejuice with ½ tspn salt. Rub this on the scalp with the peel of a lime turned inside out. Leave for 1 hour before shampooing.

HAIR SPLIT ENDS

This happens when the hair is exposed to extreme temperatures, not enough oil and lack of nourishment.

Tips 1:

Trim the ends regularly.

Tips 2:

Try not to use hair dryers and hot rollers very often.

Tips 3:

Mix 1 tspn of Castor oil and 1 tspn of Honey together.Apply well to the ends of hair and wash after ½ an hour.

Tips 4:

Take 1tspn of Castor oil, 1 tspn of Mustard oil, and 1 tspn of Olive oil. Mix well and apply on full length of hair, while massaging the scalp also. Cover the head with a hot towel.

Tips 5:

Take 1 tblspn of Almond oil with 1 egg yolk and1 tspn of Honey. Apply well on scalp and hair. Wash after ½ an hour.

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Natural Hair Care

Posted by Martin on June 12, 2008

Bromelain Enzyme and the natural hair care

Bromelain is one of several compounds known as proteolytic enzymes, all of which aid in the digestion of protein. Bromelain supplements are now included in some of the natural hair care products. The plant enzyme bromelain has yet to get the hair care product recommendations. But there is more to bromelain than hair care.

The natural plant enzyme bromelain obtained from the pineapple is known to provide a number of health benefits as discussed below.

Bromelain Research

By 1891, researchers identified the proteolytic enzyme bromelain, which they found in the fleshy part of the fruit. This enzyme was discovered to break down protein, and as such, is still used to day as a natural meat tenderizer and digestive aid. By 1957, bromelain was widely recognized and research also began into such areas as muscle and tissue inflammation, burn recovery, infection, and even sinus problems.

The most recognized use for bromelain is as a digestive aid. This enzyme is commonly used in cases in which an individual’s own digestive enzymes are deficient, frequently resulting from pancreatic disorders. In such cases, bromelain supplements can relieve gastrointestinal symptoms including bloating, gas, pain and cramps from indigestion and diarrhea. Studies show that proteolytic enzymes like bromelain may also indirectly relive food allergies thought to occur from a condition called leaky gut, in which whole protein molecules from foods leak into the blood causing an allergic or immune response. Bromelain’s digestive properties are particularly enhanced when used along side other enzymes such as amylase that digests starch and lipase, necessary for fat digestion. Some laboratory studies suggest that bromelain may also be useful for reducing bad intestinal bacteria.

Bromelain is so effective at digesting protein that workers who frequently cut the fruit often lose their fingerprints to the active properties of the enzyme. As well as this fruit’s amazing digestive qualities, it is also an excellent source of vitamins A and vitamin C, a benefit the Spaniards took advantage of on their many extended trips out to sea.

The fibrous nature of pineapple however, is also known to relieve constipation, as well ancient cultures frequently used pineapples to cure jaundice and kill intestinal parasites. Ripe pineapple juice is well known as a remedy to induce menstruation and relieve painful periods. Bromelain’s photolytic properties also make this enzyme a natural blood thinner. The digestive substance in the enzyme breaks down the blood clotting protein called fibrin, which inhibits circulation and prevents tissues from effectively draining.

European studies have consistently shown that bromelain is also an excellent treatment for those recovering from sports injuries and in tissue repair necessary after surgery.

Evidence suggests that some supplemental enzymes in particular can be absorbed directly into the circulatory system in their active form where they then exhibit anti-inflammatory and pain relieving actions.

Bromelain has proven especially effective when applied directly to the skin to remove dead tissue resulting from severe burns that have reached all skin layers. These third-degree burns as they are known, are extremely susceptible to infection and swelling. The digestive properties of the bromelain cleanse the areas and remove the excess dead tissue and as well, its anti-inflammatory properties may help to reduce the pain caused by swelling. Countries such as Japan and Taiwan and in the state of Hawaii where pineapples are abundant, widely recognize bromelain as a remedy to cleanse wounds. Another interesting use for bromelain may be as a cough suppressant and nasal decongestant

Commercial Bromelain: Dosage

Commercial bromelain products for treating number of human and animal disorders are now available in the market.Health professionals suggest that while choosing a commercial a bromelain product, choose the enzyme supplement that uses a variety of other enzymes. It is best to blend enzymes with activity units at various pH levels to assure maximum effectiveness.

According to experts, in most cases, bromelain should only be taken for between 8 and10 days. There are two recognized drug reactions with bromelain. This enzyme is said to enhance antibiotics. One study shows that amoxicillin blood levels are increased when combined with bromelain. Additional studies show that the antibiotic tetracycline is better absorbed when used in conjunction with bromelain, however researchers say that further investigation is still necessary since studies in this area are conflicting.

If you are taking the herbs gingko, ginger, vitamin C or garlic or medications such as aspirin or warfarin, a common blood thinner, bromelain could potentially increase the risk of bleeding. It is therefore best to avoid this enzyme. In any case, if you are taking any type of prescription medication, it is always best to speak with a health professional prior to adding any herbs or supplements since interactions are often common.

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Celebrity Hair Tips

Posted by Martin on June 12, 2008

You are probably wondering how celebrities like Jennifer Aniston,
Jessica Simpson & Hilary Duff look so gorgeous all the time?
How does their hair always look so perfect and well-conditioned?
Whats the Secret?

Well the secret is in the tools, the products and the stylist.
You can create these looks at home, and one of the best tips is:-
the less time you spend on it the better it will look. Now you are
probably wondering how, but if you think it takes 8-20mins to
straighten your hair, you may start to believe me.
I want to give you some great tips that you can use at home that
will help you to look even better. These tips come not only from
personal experiences but also from the celebrity stylists, who help
to create a great red carpet look.

So here we go, read on for the ultimate in celebrity hair tips.
How to get thats Going to the Oscars Glamour
Whenever you see a picture of a celebrity on the red carpet, you are
probably thinking how amazing they look. And what you can see is
a hairstyle that has taken months of planning and trips to the
stylists in order to look absolutely Hollywood perfect.
Before the big event, the celebrity will consult with their stylist
about how they want to look, but also ask advice from their
hairdressers on how to look up to date, but also very sexy and
feminine.
Those who kept up with the times on the red carpet this year went
for very large Hollywood curls, with an extra rich colour and shine.
To recreate this look here are some tips on how to curl your hair so
you can look just as elegant.

Create Great Curls

If you have just bought yourself some very expensive straighteners,
or you are thinking about it, why not consider the idea of curling
your hair with straighteners? You can get more controllable curls
which are far easier to manage than your natural hair is!
Try:-
1. Make sure that your hair is semi-straight, or if not straighten it.
2. Spray on some heat-protection spray and then divide your hair
into sections. The fewer the number of sections the tighter the curls
will be.
3. Take the straightener and clamp it over the top of the section,
then whilst pulling down the straighteners turn the straightener
round. To produce a tighter curl clamp harder with the straighteners
and pull harder when you bring it down.
4. Do not brush your hair after you have done this, but simply
tease through with your fingers. And add some shine spray.
Another way to curl your hair that always creates great celebrity
styles hair effect is to use some heated rollers. The type of rollers
that you should get should depend on how long and thick your hair
is, and how tight the curl that you want to achieve is.
I would recommend for short thin hair to use a straightener (the
above method) or tongs, for thick medium length hair to use some
medium sized heated rollers and for really long hair I would use
some very large velcro rollers. Try using these on wet hair and then
drying off with a hair dryer (be sure to have plenty of hair grips on
hand however).
The most perfect thing about celebrities hair is that it always
appears in perfect condition. Just think, can you remember every
seeing Jennifer Aniston with her hair looking messed up?!

Many celebrities will have plenty of deep conditioning treatments at
their salon before the big event. These treatments will vary from
Damage Restructuring to Deep Conditioning and Detoxifying.
There are plenty of high street products out there that are suitable
for home use and you can pick them up on the high street for
reasonable prices. I would always recommend that you look on the
back and see the list of ingredients, the more chemicals it has in it,
the worse it will be for your hair in the long run.
You may wish to consider trying some organic haircare products,
which are not always as expensive as you think, and with organic
followers like Gwyneth Paltrow and Elle McPherson you will be in
great company!
Or indeed for a special event such as a prom or a ball, why not
go down to your local hairdresser or beauty salon and have a hair
wrap or mask? These may be quite expensive but will definitely get
you the look that you desire and its worth treating yourself for a
special event.
Always check with the salon about which treatment they think will
be right for you, because not all of them will be suitable for your
hair type.
Create the Perfect Formal Updo for your Hair
Dazzling Colour
Another important thing about your hairstyle is the colour. The
richer and deeper the colour, the healthier you will look and the
more attractive you will appear, its a well acknowledged fact.
Just look at the hair colour of Angelina Jolie, Jennifer Aniston
and Debra Messing to see what I mean.
So if you havent already booked an appointment at your local salon
to have a colour analysis, or follow these steps to the perfect
celebrity look-a-like hair colour:

Firstly look at your natural hair colour; does it seem lifeless and
dull? Take a long look at your hair in the mirror and look at your
friends and work colleagues- also dont forget to ask your hair
stylist for advice.
The next step is to determine your own hair colour if you dont
already know this. A good tip to remember is that men can often be
the best judge of hair colour, because they can sometimes be more
objective.
Once you have worked out what your hair colour is, try thinking of
shades that are really rich in your mind but sticking to your own
colour palette.
For example, if your hair is a dark blonde colour, but also has some
dark brown and red strands in there, colours that would work for
you would be reds and browns.
Another good example is Keira Knightley, she looks at her best
with chestnut-coloured hair because this is closest to her natural
colour.
I would always recommend trying colours that are slightly darker
than your normal shade, and always try colours that are redder
than your normal shade.
Red hair is really popular at the moment, with stars like Nicole
Kidman and Julia Roberts endorsing it.
If you want to dye your hair yourself, try some wash-in wash-out
formulas before you commit to a permanent colour. This way you
can be sure of the colour and whether it suits you. The usual
recommendation is just to go one shade darker each time.
Also, if you just want to look good for one special evening you can
then use one of these formulas and not permanently change your
colour, but still look astounding.
Perfect Nutrition = Perfect Hair

You may have heard this many times before, but a healthy diet is
really important if you want to have great hair.
The stars that look the best are the ones that eat the right foods
and focus on a good diet. Gwyneth Paltrow and Heidi Klum are
great examples and look great without starving themselves or
resorting to strange diets.
There are a few key things that you need to make sure you get
enough of that will help your hair look at its best.
The first is to drink plenty of water, this gives the hair its shine
and without enough it can leave your hair lank and frizzy. The
usual recommendation is eight glasses a day, but dont stick rigidly
to this, just drink as much as you can.
Secondly, protein is really important to your hair as this is what it
made of, so be sure to eat enough dairy and meat products.
Minerals like iron, zinc and copper are also really important.
The iron helps deliver oxygen to your hair to keep it alive and fresh
looking, so eat plenty of red meat and dark green veggies.
Zinc is effective in keeping the hair strong, and prevents the hair
falling out; it can be found in seafood and meat.
Copper is really important in maintaining the colour of your hair,
and enough of this will really give your hair colour a boost, so make
sure you eat enough shellfish, seeds and fresh vegetables.
Vitamins are also effective in maintaining a good scalp and a great
overall condition of your hair, especially vitamins A, B and C. These
can be found in fruits and vegetables.
A great celebrity secret is the sweet potato, which is full of
vitamins A and B and other great nutrients which will give your hair
great life and body.

Straighteners How to create Perfect Hair

To create the perfect look for your hair, choose to straighten your
hair. The effect of ceramic straightening means that the follicles on
your hair lie straighter and therefore reflects more light, making it
look healthy and a beautiful colour.
1. Spray a heat-protective spray in your hair, this insures very
little damage is done o your hair. Be sure to spray over the
entire length of your hair.
2. Fully dry hair using a blow dryer. Make sure that you blow
downwards, this is so the you can keep the cuticles lying flat,
thus leaving your hair shinier, because more light can reflect
from your hair.
3. Comb through your hair with a wide-toothed comb, so as not
to create static in your hair. Keep this comb for the next part.
4. Separate your hair into sections. Depending on the thickness
of your hair you may end up having created between 4 and 10
sections. Start with the hair closest to your neck. and work up
to the top. You will find that the more sections you have the
straighter your hair will be in the end.
5. Once you have your first section, turn on your hair
straighteners. Starting at the top pull the straighteners down
towards the floor. Do this fairly slowly. The slower you go the
straighter it will be and the longer it will stay in. But also the
slower you go the more damage you cause to you hair.
6. Once your first section is straight, continue until all the hair is
completed.
7. If you are happy with your look, then spray some shine spray
over all your hair. If not, continue straightening your locks
until you achieve desired effect, please remember that
straighteners can also create curls and waves, and so be
creative.

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35 Home Remedies for everything imaginable

Posted by Martin on May 27, 2008

Here are 35 Indian home remedies for everything imaginable and are used for hundreds of years, before the advent of modern medicine. This is good especially for minor aliments and aches and pains. Print it out and keep it in a place where you can find it easily, when needed. This may avoid a trip to the doctors and/or make you feel healthy (and even look beautiful) in the process. Take Care!

1) Home Remedy for Asthma: Take 1 tsp honey and ½ tsp cinnamon powder and mix them well before consuming.
OR
For people who are in their early stages of asthma, a perfect home remedy is to boil 8-10 cloves of garlic in ½ cup of milk and consume it during night time.
OR
Take very hot water and add a tsp of honey in it. Consume it just before sleeping and take small sips
2) Home Remedy for Body Odor:
Use antibacterial soap or deodorant soap while bathing.
OR
To combat the unpleasant armpit odor apply cider vinegar. It serves as the best body odor home remedy treatment.
OR
In the bathing water, add a few cups of tomato juice and soak yourself in water for about 15 minutes.
3) Home Remedy for Backache:
Limejuice serves as an excellent home remedy for backache. Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon and add common salt in it. Drink it two times in a day. It will act as a great back pain reliever.
OR
As a part of back pain home remedy treatment, raw potato in the form of poultice is to be applied on the pain affected area.
OR
Usually Vitamin C that is mainly found in citrus fruits is considered valuable for getting rid of backaches. Consume about 2000 mg of this vitamin everyday.
OR
Applying garlic oil on the back gives immense relief from back pain. Take about 10 small garlic pieces and fry them in oil on a low flame. You can either use sesame oil, coconut oil or mustard oil. Fry till the garlic cloves turn light brown. Let the oil prepared from garlic cool completely. Thereafter apply it on the back and keep it for about three hours. In a couple of days, you’ll feel its magical effects
4)Home Remedy for Cough:
Grapes help a great deal in treating cold in a few days. Consume 1 cup grape juice and also add 1-teaspoon honey to it.
OR
Almonds are excellent for dry coughs. Soak about seven almonds in water and keep them overnight. Next morning peel off the brown skin. Now grind them to form a powder and add twenty grams each of butter and sugar and form a paste. Consume it twice a day, once in the morning and the second time in the evening.
5) Home Remedy for Common Cold:
Lemon can be used effectively to treat common cold, as it increases the body resistance. Take one glass of warm water and pour some lime juice and a tsp of honey in it and consume it once or twice on a daily basis.
OR
Take 1 tbsp of Pepper powder and boil it in a cup of milk. Also add on a pinch of turmeric to it. Put some sugar for taste. Drink it once in a day for about three days.
OR
Take 3-4 tsp Onion juice and 3-4 tsp Honey and mix well before consuming.
6) Home Remedy for Common Fever:
The juice of grapefruit is valuable in all fevers. Helpful in quenching thirst, it also removes the burning sensation produced by the fever. Half a glass of grapefruit juice should be taken with half a glass of water.
OR
Another ideal food in all types of fever is orange. It provides energy, increases urinary output, and promotes body resistance against infections. It is especially effective when the digestive power of the body is seriously hampered.
7) Home Remedy for Defective Vision:
Consume foods rich in vitamin A (like raw spinach, turnip tops, milk cream, cheese, butter, tomatoes, lettuce, carrots, cabbage, Soya beans, green peas, fresh milk), as vitamin A helps in improving eyesight.
Cool Home Remedy for Diabetes:
Take 15 fresh mango leaves and boil them in 1 glass of water. Keep them overnight. Filter and drink the next morning.
OR
As a part of diabetes home remedy treatment, grapefruit is considered most beneficial. Eat three grapefruits three times in a day.
OR
Indian gooseberry, a rich source of vitamin C serves as the best home remedy for diabetes. Take 1 tbsp of gooseberry juice and mix it with a cup of bitter gourd juice. Consume the mixture daily for about 2 months.

9) Home Remedy for Dry Chapped Lips :
Drink plenty of water everyday.
OR
Cut fine slices of cucumber and rub on lips.
OR
Take a saline bath.
OR
Apply neem leaves extract on your lips.
10) Home Remedy for Diarrhea:
Take a ripe banana and mash it properly. Add 1 tsp of tamarind pulp and a pinch of salt to it. Consume this mixture two times in a day.
OR
A simple effective home remedy for diarrhea is to drink a cup of strong tea or coffee.
OR
A popular diarrhea home remedy treatment is to consume a paste made of 15-20 fresh curry leaves mixed with 1 tsp honey.
OR
Take a ripe banana, add 1/4 tsp nutmeg powder to it and eat it on a daily basis.
OR
Take a tsp of date paste and mix with 1 tsp honey. This mixture is to be consumed 4-5 times a day.
11) Home Remedy for Ear Ache:
Boil 3-4 cloves of Garlic in some water. Mash them and add a pinch of salt. Wrap this poultice in a flannel or woolen cloth and place on the aching ear.
OR
Pour some garlic juice in the paining ear. Its antibiotic qualities help to relieve the pain.
OR
Take Vitamin C to boost your immune system. It is a natural antibiotic and antihistamine that helps to reduce inflammation and fever. Include zinc in your diet because it reduces ear infection. Certain foods, more commonly dairy products like milk, butter, cheese etc tend to aggravate ear infections, so it is better to avoid them during an ear infection
12) Home Remedy for Genital Warts:
Extract juice from onion slices and add salt to it. Apply this juice on the wart-affected area and see the magical effects.
OR
Another great idea is to apply the milky juice of figs on the warts 2-3 times in a day, till the warts disappear.
OR
Put few drops of apple cider vinegar on the warts using cotton ball.
OR
Consume foods rich in folic acid and beta-carotene. Eat plenty of green leafy veggies
13) Home Remedy for Gingivitis :
Take some clove oil and rub it on your gums. Or else, keep a clove in your mouth and chew slowly.
OR
Brush your teeth with toothpaste that contains sage oil, peppermint oil etc.
OR
In 1 glass of lukewarm water, add a pinch of salt and prepare a homemade saline solution. Using this solution, gargle two times in a day. It will help a great deal in reducing the swelling in your mouth.
OR
To heal the gum swelling, use an anti bacterial mouth wash.
OR
Patients suffering from Gingivitis should consume foods containing low saturated fats.
14) Home Remedy for Hair Loss:
One of the best home remedies for treating hair loss is to massage your scalp with fingers gently. It will also aid in increasing blood circulation and lend glow to your hair.
OR
Amla oil serves as an excellent tonic for hair conditioning. Apply this oil on the scalp and see the wonderful results.
OR
For nourishing your hair, apply coconut milk all over your scalp and massage it into the hair roots.
15) Home Remedy for Hangover :
Drink plenty of water before going to bed as well as when you wake up in the morning.
OR
Eating some foodstuff while and after you are drinking will slow down the rate at which alcohol enters the blood, thereby reducing the hangover.
OR
Consume vitamin C tablets, as they lead to the breakdown of alcohol content in the body.
16) Home Remedy for Headache:
Eat an apple with a little salt on an empty stomach everyday and see its wonderful effects.
OR
When headache is caused by cold winds, cinnamon works best in curing headache. Make a paste of cinnamon by mixing in water and apply it all over your forehead
17) Home Remedy for Heartburn:
Ginger serves as an effective home remedy for heartburn. Grind fresh ginger and prepare ginger tea. You can even add ginger to foods.

Increase your fiber intake, as it aids in the absorption of excess acid and gas. It helps in flushing out the toxins from your body.
OR
Drink plenty of water at least 8 glasses everyday.
OR
Green tea is also effective in treating heartburn.
OR
Prepare herbal tea containing equal small amounts of peppermint, chamomile, ginger, licorice root and catnip. Preferably, it should be taken after dinner
1Cool Home Remedy for Herpes:
Take a few ice cubes and rub them on the cold sore affected area for a few minutes.
OR
Take a warm tea bag and apply it on the fever blisters for about half an hour.
OR
Lemon balm extract is considered valuable in healing Herpes infection.
OR
Consume foods rich in vitamins. Zinc and iron are also vital. Eat plenty of fruits and green veggies
19) Home Remedy for High Blood Cholesterol :
In 1 glass of water, add 2 tbsps of coriander seeds and bring to a boil. Let the decoction cool for some time and then strain. Drink this mixture two times in a day.
OR
Sunflower seeds are extremely beneficial, as they contain linoleic acid that helps in reducing the cholesterol deposits on the walls of arteries. You just need to modify your cooking style a bit and substitute sunflower seeds for solid fats such as butter and cream.
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Incorporate loads of fiber in your meals, as fiber helps a great deal in lowering the cholesterol pressure in blood.
20) Home Remedy for High Blood Pressure:
A real effective home remedy for high blood pressure is to take 1 tsp honey, 1 tsp ginger juice and 1 tsp cumin powder and mix them well. Have this mixture at least two times in a day.
OR
As a part of high bp home remedy treatment, it’s good to try out the idea of consuming coriander or fenugreek leaves mixed in 1 cup of water.
OR
Take about 25-30 curry leaves and make a juice, using 1-cup water. You can even add on limejuice to it for making it tastier. Strain and drink it in the morning.

21) Home Remedy for Menopausal Disorder:
When a woman experiences menopause, she should take a daily supplement consisting of 500 mg magnesium and 2 gm of calcium.
OR
Carrot seeds are of great value in case of menopause. In 1 glass of cow’s milk, put a tsp of carrot seeds and boil for about 10 minutes or so. Consume it everyday as a medicine.
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Liquorice serves as an effective remedy for menopause, as it contains the natural female hormone, estrogen. Thus, it helps in making up for the lost hormones.
22) Home Remedy for Obesity:
On an empty stomach in the morning, drink 1 glass of warm water mixed with juice of half a lime and 1 tsp honey. OR
In 1 cup of water, add 3 tsp of limejuice, ½ tsp pepper powder and some honey. Drink this everyday for about 3-4 months.
OR
As a substitute of breakfast, consume 2 ripe tomatoes in the morning. This remedy will aid in reducing your weight at a faster rate.
23) Home Remedy for Piles:
Radish juice should be taken twice a day, once in the morning and then later in the night. Initially drink about ¼ cup of radish juice and then gradually increase it to ½ cup.
OR
Soak 3-4 figs in a glass of water. Keep it overnight. Consume the figs on an empty stomach, the next day in the morning.
24) Home Remedy for Prostate Disorders:
Pumpkin seeds are extremely useful in treating prostate disorders. The seeds of pumpkin act as a rich source of unsaturated fatty acids that are vital to the health of the prostate. Men suffering from prostate trouble must take about 60-90 gm of pumpkin seeds daily. Pumpkin can be consumed in the form of powder spread over the cooked food. You can also mix them with white flour for making chapattis.
OR
Zinc has been found beneficial in the treatment of prostate disorders. Take about 30 milligrams of this mineral everyday.
OR
Vitamin E is beneficial for prostate health. The patient should be given foods rich in vitamin E like wholegrain products, green leafy vegetables, milk and sprouted seeds.
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In 200 ml spinach juice, add 300 ml of carrot juice. You can even have carrot juice separately. Vegetable juices are excellent in curing prostate disorders.
25) Home Remedy for Ringworm:
Take a raw fresh papaya and cut out slices. Rub the slice on the ringworm patch. It serves as an excellent home remedy for ringworms.
OR
Take a few mustard seeds and powder them. Thereafter, make a paste using water.. Apply the paste on the ringworm-affected area and see its wonderful effects.
26) Home Remedy for Sexual Impotence :
Garlic is considered valuable in treating the problem of sexual impotence. It acts like a tonic for loss of sexual power Chew 2-3 cloves of raw garlic daily.
OR
Another aphrodisiac food next to garlic is onion. It aids in strengthening the reproductory organs. Prefer going in for white onions.
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Carrots have proved beneficial in creating the desire for sex. Take about 150 gm of finely chopped carrots and eat them with a half boiled egg, dipped in 1 tbsp of honey. Consume it once a day for about a month or two.
27) Home Remedy for Sinusitis:
Mango serves as an effective home remedy for preventing the frequent attacks of sinus, as it is packed with loads of vitamin A.
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Another beneficial remedy consists of consuming pungent foods like onion and garlic, as a part of your daily meals.
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Fenugreek leaves are considered valuable in curing sinusitis. In 250 ml water, boil 1 tsp of Fenugreek seeds and reduce it to half. This will help you to perspire, dispel toxicity and reduce the fever period.
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Tie a tsp of black cumin seeds in a thin cotton cloth and inhale..
2Cool Home Remedy for Sore Throat:
Take 1-2 cloves of garlic and 2-3 cloves and make a paste. Mix with 1 cup of honey. Drink 1 tsp about 3 times in a day.
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In 1 cup of warm milk, add a pinch of turmeric powder. Drink the milk before going to bed.
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Take 1 whole onion and boil it with some water. Thereafter, mash it and add some butter, salt and pepper to it. Now eat this mixture.
29) Home Remedy for Stomach Ache:
Drink plenty of water, as it helps in ensuring smooth bowel movements.
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Drink lemon tea with some honey added in it for taste. It will keep away stomach ache.
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Mix 1 tsp each of mint juice and limejuice. Add some ginger juice and black salt in it. Drink this mixture.
30) Home Remedy for Tonsillitis :
Take a fresh lemon and squeeze it in a glass of water. Add 4 tsp of honey and ¼ tsp of common salt in it. Drink it slowly sip by sip.
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Milk has proved beneficial in treating tonsillitis. In 1 glass of pure boiled milk, add a pinch of turmeric powder and pepper powder. Drink it every night for about 3 days.
31) Home Remedy for Toothache :
Dip 1 clove of garlic in rock salt and place it on the affected tooth.
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Keep a piece of raw onion inside the mouth on the affected tooth.
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Clove serves as an excellent home remedy for toothache. Keep a clove in your mouth and suck it. You can even apply clove oil on the affected tooth.
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Lime is considered valuable in maintaining the health of teeth.
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Consume the juice of wheat grass, as it acts as a fabulous mouthwash in case of tooth decay.
32) Home Remedy for Wrinkles :
Application of leftover egg whites at the bottom of the shell to the problematic area serves as an effective home remedy for wrinkles.
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For the sagging skin under the eyes or on the throat, apply some odorless castor oil.
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Take some coconut oil and massage on the wrinkled skin.
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Eat 1 tsp of shredded ginger along with a few drops of honey every morning.
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Rub the core of a pineapple all over your face for sometime and leave it for 10 to 15 minutes.
33) Home Remedy for Urinary Tract Infection :
In 8 oz of water, put ½ tsp of baking soda and drink it.
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Drink plenty of water, as it aids in flushing out the waste products from the body.
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Drink Cranberry juice. You can also add some apple juice for taste.
34) Home Remedy for Warts:
Apply castor oil daily over the problematic area. Continue for several months.
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Apply milky juice of fresh and barely-ripe figs a number of times a day. Continue for two weeks.
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Rub cut raw potatoes on the affected area several times daily. Continue for at least two weeks.
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Rub cut onions on the warts to stimulate the circulation of blood.
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Apply powder of herb Indian squill daily over the warts.
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Apply milk from the cut end of dandelion over the warts 2-3 times a day.
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Apply oil extracted from the shell of the cashew nut over the warts.
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Apply Papaya juice
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Apply Pineapple juice
35) Home Remedy for Vomiting:
Take 2 cardamoms and roast them on a dry pan (tava). Powder the cardamoms and thereafter add a tsp of honey in it. Consume it frequently. It serves as a fabulous home remedy for vomiting.
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In the mixture of 1 tsp of mint juice and 1 tsp limejuice, add ½ tsp of ginger juice and 1 tsp honey. Drink this mixture to prevent vomiting.
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Limejuice is an effective remedy for vomiting. Take a glass of chilled limejuice and sip slowly.
To prevent vomiting, drink ginger tea.
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In 1 glass water, add some honey and drink sip by sip.

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Home remedies for dry hair

Posted by Martin on May 3, 2008

Dry hair tends to be thin and rough. It is susceptible to tangles, damage, breakage and split ends. We suggest a few remedies you can try at home for managing dry hair.

The primary aim is to replenish the oil and the moisture in the hair. That is why the emphasis is on the conditioning aspect of hair care. Strong cleansing routines and dry toning exercises and massaging of the scalp promote dryness and flakiness of the scalp.

The use of strong-action shampoo is prohibited for dry hair. Often a generous oil application and massage is recommended before washing the hair. Frequent shampooing is harmful for dry hair.

For the moisture-dry hair, a moisturizer application is required.

Home remedies for dry hair: The Gentle Cleanser

1. Beat an egg in a cup of skimmed milk. When the foam becomes consistent, rub it into the scalp. Leave it on for 5 minutes. Rinse the hair thoroughly with water. Carry out this routine twice a week.

2. Take a cup of coconut milk and add two tablespoons of gram flour or one teaspoon of shikakai. Apply on your scalp and hair and massage gently. Rinse it out after five minutes. Follow this recipe at least once a week.

Another dry hair home remedy: The Protein Conditioner Beat one tablespoon of castor oil, one tablespoon of glycerin, a teaspoon of cider vinegar and a teaspoon of protein, plus a tablespoon of mild herbal shampoo. Apply it on scalp and leave it on for 20 minutes. Rinse with clear water.

A Special Massage Oil/Toner

Get a bottle of castor oil or coconut oil. Add a teaspoon of lavender essential oil in it. Heat a little and massage it gently in your scalp at night. Rinse or shampoo it out in the morning. Follow this routine at least twice a week.

Other tips on home based treatment of dry hair

1. First assess whether your scalp and hair are moisture dry or oil-dry.
2. Condition your hair as often as you wash it.
3. Never comb, brush or massage vigorously if the hair is extremely dry.

Before any kind of routine care is followed, be familiar with the needs of your scalp and hair

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10 Do’s Of Great Hair Care

Posted by Martin on April 9, 2008

If the amount of money consumers spend on hair care products annually is any indication, most people are concerned about the appearance of their hair and strive to attain beautiful, healthy and stylish locks. In fact, most will go to any lengths to achieve their desired look. From professional salon treatments to over-the-counter serums, hair care is a big business.

The only problem is that while many people are buying the right hair care products for their hair, they forget to follow basic hair care regimens that will guarantee the health and beauty of their tresses. Additionally, many are also causing needless damage to their hair by participating in unhealthy hair care behavior.

So, what should you do to make sure that your hair stays healthy, shiny and strong? Here are 10 essential “must dos” of great hair care.

Hair care dos

1. Use the right hair care products for your specific hair type. If you’re hair is damaged, dry or color treated, use hair care products formulated to repair this damage and add much-needed shine and resiliency. On the other hand, if your hair is oily, use a deep-cleansing shampoo and light conditioner to keep your hair looking its best. The right products should be at the base of your hair care routine.

2. Get a trim every 6 to 8 weeks as part of your regular hair care routine. Even if you are growing your hair longer, it is still vital to make a routine trim a major part of your hair care routine. Snipping ends before they split will keep your hair looking healthy and save you hair care headaches in the end.

3. Protect your hair with hair care products that contain sunscreen.

4. Shampoo your hair only when it is dirty. Contrary to popular belief, you do not need to shampoo your hair daily. Doing so can make your hair dry and hard to work with.

5. Turn to a professional for all of your hair care needs. Yes, kitchen beauticians and friends do not cost as much as putting your hair care needs in the hands of a qualified professional, but they often result in blunders that end up costing you more money than if you went to the salon in the first place.

6. Use professional conditioning hair coloring systems. There are many hair coloring systems on the market, and the ones you choose can have a great impact on your hair care costs. Simply put: choose a system that causes minimal damage and conditions hair as it colors. This will save you money when it comes to conditioning hair care products.

7. Stick with one chemical service. In order to keep your hair as healthy as it can be, ask your hair care professional to recommend only one chemical service: color or perm. By only using the service that is perfect for your particular style and needs, you will ensure that your hair stays healthier.

8. Add Texture. By adding texture to your style, through perm or cut, you can greatly reduce the time it takes to style and perform your daily hair care routine. And you will look sensational.

9. Choose hair color that compliments your style. With all of the professional coloring techniques available, this part of your hair care regimen has never been easier. From chunky highlights to soft color, you can greatly enhance your style with the right technique.

10. Comb your hair with a wide-toothed come when it is wet to prevent breakage. The only time you should use a brush during your hair care routine is when your hair is barely damp or dry.

In the end, hair care is a very individualized and personal thing. Feel free to add your own flair and style to your hair care routine, but remember to include hair care principles that will benefit your hair and avoid those that damage it.

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10 Definite Don’ts Of Great Hair Care

Posted by Martin on April 9, 2008

If the amount of money consumers spend on hair care products annually is any indication, most people are concerned about the appearance of their hair and strive to attain beautiful, healthy and stylish locks. In fact, most will go to any lengths to achieve their desired look. From professional salon treatments to over-the-counter serums, hair care is a big business.

The only problem is that while many people are buying the right hair care products for their hair, they forget to follow basic hair care regimens that will guarantee the health and beauty of their tresses. Additionally, many are also causing needless damage to their hair by participating in unhealthy hair care behavior.

So, what should you do to make sure that your hair stays healthy, shiny and strong? To avoid all hair care disasters, follow these 10 absolute don’ts of great hair care.

Hair care don’ts

1. Avoid unprofessional and over-the-counter hair care products whenever you can. Many of these only offer false hopes and promises.

2. Do not cut your own bangs. Leave all of your cutting needs, even bangs, to your hair care professional.

3. Avoid excessive sun, chlorine and salt water during the summer months. Excessive exposure can cause severe damage that is irreversible even if you use the best hair care products.

4. Do not use clarifying hair care products on your tresses more than one time per week. They can strip hair of moisture and essential oils.

5. Do not visit a hair care salon without first getting a referral from someone you can trust. Choosing a salon based on an advertisement or sale alone is very risky.

6. Do not purchase hair color that comes in a box.

7. Never stick with an outdated look because you are afraid of looking different. Styles change for a reason. Ask your hair care professional to bring you into this decade with a new style.

8. Do not straighten your hair with a clothes iron. C’mon, this was so over in the 70s. We have straightening irons that won’t damage your hair for this now. Look in the hair care isle.

9. Don’t brush your hair or put too much tension on it while it is still wet. This will cause breakage. Also, do not wear tight styles such as corn rows for extended periods of time unless you have ethnic hair.

10. Never use sun-lightening products such as lemon juice or over-the-counter hair care products designed to lighten hair with the sun unless you want a very short hair cut in the future.

In the end, hair care is a very individualized and personal thing. Feel free to add your own flair and style to your hair care routine, but remember to include hair care principles that will benefit your hair and avoid those that damage it.

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Hair Care

Posted by Martin on April 9, 2008

Love your hair like you going to lose it. Hair is delicate, growing stuff which need to be handled with care. A lot of care will make your hair healthy, shiny and also beautiful. Beautiful hair is an asset for any woman. Some are gifted with naturally beautiful hair while others have to really work hard on it. But essentially everybody has to work on hair either for improving or for maintaining them.

Hair has been called as “crowning glory.” That’s because hair is covering our head like a crown which can influence our appearance. Sure, your appearance will be good if you can make your “crowning glory” looks good, shinny and healthy. That’s why you need to do your hair care diligently. Don’t wait until you have damage hair to make your move.

Tips for Your Hair Care

To help you taking care of your hair, here are a few hair care tips which might help you:

- Understand your hair type. Being understand your type of hair, such as, oily, dry, natural, curly, straight, kinky or what ever, you can correctly treat your hair with product that is useful to your type of hair..

- Pick shampoo that give benefit to your type of hair. Apply shampoo from root to tip – gently work down the hair. Don’t pile up hair while lathering! Rinse thoroughly under running water.

- Choose conditioner that works with your shampoo Always condition after shampooing. Apply conditioner from tip to root. Comb your hair while condition through hair to ensure distribution and penetration. Use as much conditioner as your hair can absorb.

- Dry your hair gently. Do not rub your hair especially if it is very long. Take time to dry it slowly with a gently patting or wringing action. Don’t overdrying your hair.

Start to Care Your Hair

Okay, those tips surely will give you awareness how to treat your hair basically.

Followed here are tips for you who feel that looking after your hair is important to its health. Healthy hair looks better and holds the style you want. These tips include the following:

- When you put your hair in a braid or ponytail don’t use any plain rubber band, always use a specially treated band like bungee or similar. This will prevent hair breakage and hair loss.

- Don’t sleep with your ponytail or in tight braid. You will breakage your hair and it turn into hair loss.

- If you plan on trying out a new hairstyle such as a braid, updo or twist, for a special event then practice the new braiding style several times before the big event arrives. This will guarantee great results.

Now, another tip is finding the right place for your hair care products. Although all hair care products available almost everywhere, but the best place to find for your hair care products is in Internet. It so convenience shopping online since you will check all the products, compare each product, order so easily and you can return after purchase if you feel not confidence with the products. Easy isn’t it? Okay, enjoy your tips here!

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Natural Hair Coloring Tips

Posted by Martin on April 4, 2008

Here are some natural methods to color your hair:

Ingredients needed

* Henna (natural)- 1 cup
* Dried Gooseberry powder- 1 tbsp
* Coconut oil or olive oil – 2 tsp
* Tea decoration

Boil 1 heaped tsp of tea powder in 200 ml of water until it reduces to half the quantity. Strain the decoction.

Mix henna, gooseberry powder, oil and tea decoction together and leave it overnight in an iron vessel.

Apply it to the scalp in the morning .Remain for 1 hour and wash it off.

For dark brown shade, mix half a teaspoon cloves powder (or powder 3-4 cloves) in the morning to the mixture.

For silky hair, beat an egg and add to the henna paste in the morning.
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2.Soak a cup of red henna powder (natural) in half a cup of hot water in an iron vessel and leave it overnight.

The next morning add 1 tbsp of coffee powder (pure) to it for a deeper color.

Apply to the scalp in the morning, remain for 1 hour and wash it off.

For silky hair, beat an egg and add to the henna paste in the morning.

Henna Mahogany produces a golden brown shade.

3.Do not go for chemical hair dyes as they might cause allergies. Mix sikkakai with juice of 1 beetroot and wash your hair with this mixture .Do this regularly once in a week.

4.For healthy hair

Mix 50 grams of dried amla (gooseberry) in 500 ml gingerly oil or coconut oil and boil it. Cool it, filter it and use that oil for healthy hair.

Mix 50 grams of dried amla in 500 ml coconut oil. Keep it in a glass bottle or glass jar with a tight lid. Keep the glass jar containing the mixture in the sun for 15 days .The oil turns black in color. Strain the oil and use it .This oil not only gives a black color to your hair, but also stops hair fall.

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