WINTER FOODS THAT HELP LOSE WEIGHT

Radishes: They may be small vegetables, but they are packed with fiber and water, that will fill up your stomach up and not lead to any junk food craving.

 

Onions: These are fabulous for losing weight as they contain chromium, a mineral that helps cells respond to insulin and it also keep your glucose levels in check.

 

Potatoes: Though everyone believes that potatoes don't help in weight loss, they actually do, because they contain both soluble and insoluble fibers that take care of bad cholesterol. For best results, eat them with their skin.

 

 Spinach: Did you know, spinach offers twice as much fiber as any other green vegetable, which helps in losing weight? What's more, it also contains antioxidants, which will give you an energy boost on cold days. 

 

Stock up your pantry this winter season with the following fat-fighting veggies to get fit.

Carrots: During winter, replace your meat items with this veggie, so that it reduces your calorie intake. For example, if you enjoy hummus dip, try eating it with roasted, sauteed or steamed carrots, to make it into a healthy snack. 

HEALTHY DIET BEFORE AND AFTER EXERCISING

Maintaining a Healthy Diet.

Drink Water

Cut out the sugary soda, juice, energy drinks or coffee with cream and sugar. Water is the best choice for a drink, not only at meal times, but all day long. Drinking plenty of water will not only keep you full and ward off cravings, it will keep your body functioning at an optimal health level. Cutting out unhealthy, processed drinks will help you lose a few extra pounds and will do wonders for your health.


Meal Prep
Planning out and prepping your meals ahead of time takes away the urge to stop at a fast food restaurant when you’re too tired to cook or in a hurry. Set aside one day a week to make and portion out healthy options  that you can bring to work or quickly assemble for lunch and dinner. Don’t forget a few healthy snacks in between! Meal prepping can help you stick to your calorie goal and maintain a healthy diet.

Eat Before and After Exercising

 
Working out on an empty stomach can lead to nausea and dizziness, and it’s really not beneficial to your body in any way. Food is fuel for your body. Without the proper fuel, your body and your brain won’t have the energy to exercise. Make sure to get a carb in before your workout. The same goes for after a workout. After your body has worked hard to keep your heart rate up and burn calories, it needs to refuel. Giving your body protein after a workout is the best way to build muscle and replenish fuel.Check out these suggestions on what to eat before and after a workout!

HOME REMEDIES FOR COUGH AND COLD

Cough and cold, though not serious in all cases, do disrupt our lives. While in some cases, it may be necessary to take some cough suppressing medicines but often, simple substances in your kitchen and OTC medications might help you to deal with cough. Here are some quick and effective home remedies for cough you can try!

Drink Warm Liquids

A cough is best not neglected because it can lead to certain complications at times. Drinking warm water is a good way of soothing the inflammation in the throat; but this does not have any taste and may be unappetizing for most people. A warm soup is a much better solution as is a glass of hot 
herbal tea.
  
GARGLES:

As soon as you feel soreness in your throat, make it a point to gargle with salt dissolved in warm water. The salt in the water can help drain excess fluid from inflamed areas in the throat reducing the symptoms. According to the Mayo clinic book of home remedies, the gargling also removes irritants in the throat and thins the mucus.


TURMERIC MILK :

Ayurvedic Expert, Dr. B.N. Sinha suggests that you should drink a glass of milk   with 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric twice daily to clear your throat. Another home remedy for a stubborn cough is adding garlic to the above blend. Simply, boil a clove of garlic with milk and then add a pinch of turmeric to it. This drink helps in healing and soothing your throat. You can even add ginger instead of garlic, both work equally well. Gargle with turmeric water few times in a day to get relief from constant coughing.


Black Pepper

For productive cough,black pepper is the simplest home remedy. Mix 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper  with  ghee and have it on a full stomach.

Why it helps: The heating quality helps in clearing congestion. Have this concoction at least two to three times a day for best results.



 

REMEDIES FOR FACIAL FAT

Chubby cheeks are good only in rhymes! Ask those people who have these chubby cheeks and double chins on their bloated faces. They just want to get rid of all the face fat. But how to lose this fat on face? While losing weight is always a task that needs determination and continuous efforts, losing weight on face needs a lot of extra efforts. In fact, a bloated face is not only a matter of looks but it may indicate a serious health issue.

WATER :

This is the most essential step you can take to keep yourself away from body weight, including facial fat. Drinking enough water throughout the day will keep your body hydrated to a level where it would not require to retain water and give you a bloated appearance.

• Drink 8-10 glasses of water daily
• Have more water based fruits and vegetables like cucumber, tomatoes, watermelon etc.
• If you can’t drink plain water, have healthy drinks like fruit juices, herbal tea, vegetable smoothies, soups etc.

Have Balanced Diet

Wholesome diet loaded with all the essential nutrients will not only reduce facial weight but will help you lose weight from all over your body.

• Have more fresh fruits. Avoid having canned or preserved fruits. They might contain sugar, sodium or other preservatives that can further lead to bloating and weight gain.
• Have more vegetables. Fibers in the vegetables help eliminate toxins from your body which is essential to lose weight. They also give you all the essential minerals and vitamins.
•  Don’t skip meals and eat your meals regularly, preferably on the same time every day. This helps in better digestion. As you might be knowing, indigestion is the cause of almost all the diseases.
• Eat smaller meals many a times instead of 2-3 big meals. This will help boost your metabolism so that you get rid of fat.

Exercise

Exercise is the healthier way to keep your body fit and fine. When you exercise regularly, you help your body work naturally. Your metabolism improves and you start losing weight. When you lose weight, it is obvious that fat on your face too reduces.

• Move your body daily, be it walking, swimming, cycling, dancing, do whatever you like, but move it.
• If possible, do intense exercise, at least 2-3 days a week, such as cardio, aerobics, yoga or any other such exercises.
• When it comes to facial weight, you also need to do face exercises.

HOME REMEDIES TO REDUCE BELLY FAT

A bloated stomach not only hampers your personality but also makes you uncomfortable. We share a list of food that aids in getting a flat stomach.

Almonds: This tiny food is not only rich in skin-boosting vitamin E and protein, but their richness in fiber content helps you to stay full for a longer duration. Even though they are slightly high in calories but that will not contribute to belly fat, so keep swapping a handful of almonds as snacks to curb your hunger. 


Cucumber: Cucumber is an extremely refreshing and low-calorie food. They contain approximately 96 percent water content, which makes it a cooling food. One full cucumber contains just 45 calories, making it sexy stomach food.


Green leafy vegetable: Want to get a flat tummy instantly? Then fill for plate with green leafy vegetables. All types of green leafy vegetables are extremely low in calories, full of fibre and offer several vital vitamins and minerals that help to ease water retention without causing the bloating and tummy discomfort .

Watermelon: The name says it all - this giant fruit contains 82 percent water, which helps to keep you full for a longer duration and also removes excess sodium present in the body. This super sweet fruit, is also rich in vitamin C and contains barely 100 calories in one cup. So start eating this delicious fruit as a snack, if you wish to have a body like your favourite celeb. 


Beans: Consuming beans on a regular basis helps to get rid of the body fat, develop body muscles and improves digestion. Beans also help to feel full for a longer duration, thus avoiding over indulgence. Add beans to your diet, if you want your middle to be sexy and firm.

 

HOME REMEDIES FOR EYE PUFFINESS

Ordinary swelling around the eyes means you have an excessive accumulation of fluids, called edema, in surrounding skin tissue. Because the skin around the eyes is the thinnest skin in the body, swelling and discoloration can be quite prominent.

Salt Water Treatment

While more salt in your diet can lead to formation of eye bags, the salty warm water compress can reduce the same eye bags.

Follow the below steps for this remedy.

• Take warm water in a bowl. Ensure the water is warm and not hot.
• Add half teaspoon of salt in this warm water and mix well.
• Take two cotton balls and soak them in this salty warm water.
• Close your eyes and place these cotton balls over your eyes.
• Let them sit there till the time they get cool.
• Soak them again in the warm water and place on eyes.
• Repeat for at least 25-30 minutes.
• You’ll see your puffiness under eyes diminish after this treatment.

 Drink Water to Prevent Water Build-up around Eyes

When your body retains water, it results into swelling here and there including under eyes.
So keep your body hydrated, drink lots of water.
When your body gets deprived of water, it starts accumulating water as a defense.
When you drink lots of water, it will automatically release water resulting in reduced puffiness.


Egg white: Stiffly beat a few egg whites and apply it around your eyes with a brush. It will result in making the area around and under the eye feel tighter and look less puffy. Leave it on for 20 minutes and then rinse your face in cold water. This will prevent puffiness under eyes.

Chilled tea bags: If you are in a hurry and do not want to go with droopy eyes then teabags are the way to go.
Moisten two tea bags in cold water and refrigerate them for a while.
Then place them over your eyes for 25-30 minutes. Lie back and relax with the cool teabags over your eyes.
Finish by washing your eyes and face with cold water, and dry your skin thoroughly. You would feel relaxed and rejuvenated.

Milky way: If you have extremely puffed up eyes this is the regular regime that you will have to follow.
Dip cotton pads in chilled milk and place on your eyelids and relax for 20-30 minutes.
This well help your eyes in water retention and it would also cool them off . 

HOME REMEDIES FOR NITS

Nits are the tiny eggs laid by head lice. While you need to kill the adult bugs to complete a lice treatment, getting rid of all nits (or eggs) is also necessary. Properly removing nits from hair means that the lice eggs never hatch, which not only prevents pain and suffering for the person affected but also limits the spread of the lice to other family members, friends, or furnishings. Understand how to remove nits from hair to ensure that you get the job done thoroughly the first time.


Apply the juice of onion into the hair follicles of the head to remove lice and shed off nits.

Neem paste  helps to get rid of these parasites from our head.

Other natural home remedies involve applying real mayonnaise, olive oil, or Vaseline or Castor oil mixed with boric powder and then applied on the head.

The mixture is  left overnight on the hair by tying it with a cloth or a disposable shower cap and then a head wash is given the next day.

GARLIC AND LIME JUICE :

Because garlic smells so strongly, it can suffocate lice and nits.
For this home remedy for lice, make a paste by grinding eight to ten garlic cloves and mixing it with two or three teaspoons lime juice.
Thoroughly apply this mixture on the scalp and let it be for half an hour before thoroughly rinsing hair with warm water.

Another option is to make a different thick paste with fresh garlic juice, green tea, lemon extract, shampoo, and conditioner.
In this case, you would also coat the hair before letting the paste sit for a half hour. Then wash the hair with normal shampoo. You should follow this home remedy weekly for one or two months.

HOME REMEDIES FOR LICE

Lice also known, colloquially, as head lice, is a common problem many children and some adults face. Very tiny and extremely irritating, lice can also cause a host of illnesses including anaemia . They can easily spread from one person to another, quickly infesting an entire family. So if your child has lice and you don’t want to use chemicals on his/her head.



COCONUT OIL WITH A PINCH OF CAMPHOR :
 This is a very easy and cheap remedy for head lice
 The coconut oil literally smothers lice and camphor kills them due to its antiparasitic action.
 Another great benefit of this remedy is that nourishes your child’s hair.

INDICA LEAVES FOR LICE :

Indica leaves is one of the best remedies for lice.
It is one type of natural insecticide and it safely removes the lice by killing them.
You can buy a shampoo that includes indica oil or add several teaspoons of indica oil to your shampoo and start using.
You can also boil some of the leaves of Indica and use the water to rinse your hair.
On the other hand, yo can also add some indica leaves to coconut oil and warm them up together to apply on the scalp and the hair.

 SALT :

Salt is one of the easiest and available home remedies for lice. 

Salt can be used to eradicate head lice through desiccation. Here are the simple and easy steps to use salt for lice.

METHOD TO REMOVE LICE :

• Take one-quarter cup of salt.
• Add one-quarter cup of vinegar thoroughly. Mix them properly and pour this solution into a spray bottle.
• Gently spray the solution onto your hair so that it becomes slightly wet. Cover your hair with a shower cap and leave it for about two hours.
• Then wash and condition your hair.

NEEM OIL :

Neem oil is naturally good at killing insects, and it can be used as a shampoo.
 By using neem oil as a shampoo, you can gradually kill off lice.
You can use the oil itself by adding some spoonfuls to your normal shampoo, or you can in fact buy special shampoo that includes neem oil.

HOME REMEDIES TO GROW THICK HAIR

Thin hair may come with age, and while there is nothing you can do to prevent aging, there are ways to promote naturally thicker hair. Nature has given us everything we need to promote naturally vibrant health and there are many methods that will promote hair growth and increase volume. If you’ve got thin hair, or your hair’s just not as thick as it once was trying any of the following home remedies will promote thicker hair and leave you feeling your best.

 COCONUT MILK :

 Extract the milk of a coconut and apply it on the targeted areas or you can apply it all over your scalp.

1. Keep it on overnight.
2. Rinse off with cool water the next day.

Coconut milk is rich in proteins, iron, and other essential nutrients, and promotes hair growth and prevents breakage.

HENNA PACK :

• 1 cup of dry henna
• 1/2 cup yogurt

METHOD OF PREPARING :

1. Make a pack by mixing the dry henna powder with yogurt.
2. Apply it all over your hair from the roots to tips.
3. Leave the pack on until it dries off completely.
4. Wash your hair with a mild shampoo.

 Henna acts as a natural conditioner and transforms dull and dry hair to smooth and shiny hair.
 It adds color as well. It promotes hair growth by strengthening the roots of your hair.

 Castor Oil

You Need
Castor oil (as per the requirement)

METHOD OF APPLYING :

1. Warm up castor oil.
2. Apply it on clean scalp.
3. Massage it well. Leave it on for at least 20 minutes before you shower.
4. Wrap your hair in a warm moist towel and keep it on for 20 minutes.
5. As the oil is very sticky, you can add a little lemon juice to it that will make it a bit smooth and also eradicate dandruff problems on your scalp.

Castor oil is one of the most beneficial oils that can make your hair grow faster, stronger, and lustrous.
It is claimed to be the best natural treatment for hair growth that boosts hair growth while reducing possible bald patches.

HOME REMEDIES FOR THIN HAIR

Hair thinning is normal and plenty of men and women experience it because of issues like stress, lack of nutrition, unhealthy diet, chemically infused hair products or lack of nutrition and even something as trivial as keeping the hair too tight can determine it to be thin.




COCONUT OIL :

Coconut oil contains ingredients that naturally condition your hair and also promote growth.
 It is rich in essential minerals and fat, iron and potassium that prevent hair breakage.
 Massage warm coconut oil on your scalp and head to treat hair loss quickly.
 It is very easy to adopt.




HENNA LEAVES :

Henna leaves have been used for centuries to improve the health of the hair.
Henna seals the hair cuticle that, in turn, strengthens the shaft at the root of the hair.
It also imparts a natural color to your hair and gives it a soft texture.
Grind fresh henna leaves with water to form a paste and apply it on the hair, avoiding the scalp. Leave it on for three hours and wash properly afterwards.


Massage your scalp with a nutritional oil like egg oil or almond/mustard/coconut/jojoba oil.
It is said that massaging your scalp can stimulate hair growth by increasing circulation around your hair follicles.
Start making a habit of massaging your scalp while you're in the shower.
Place the pads of your fingers on your scalp and rub your scalp in a circular motion.
Start near your forehead and make your way along the sides and back of your head, concentrating in areas that are thinning.

Egg Whites

Eggs are rich in protein, sulphur, iron, zinc, and selenium – all of which our bodies need for the production of hair.
Extra virgin olive oil is a great natural moisturizer high in Vitamin E traditionally used for all-around skin health.
One egg white mixed vigorously with one teaspoon of olive oil creates a great natural scalp treatment that can help to reduce hair-loss by nourishing the scalp, as well as increasing blood flow and oxygen supply to hair follicles.

HOME REMEDIES FOR DRY HAIR

We can do a lot to prevent hair from becoming dry and brittle during winter season. Read on
It is a fact that hair becomes dry during the winter season. While we cannot escape the seasonal vagaries, we can do a lot to prevent our hair from becoming dry and brittle during the season. Here are a few tips to keep you in good stead. 

OLIVE OIL :

Olive oil is one of the most popular home remedies for damaged hair.
Olive oil is rich in anti-oxidants and Vitamin E that provides moisture to the outer layer of the hair and heals damaged hair'
Warm some olive oil in a container and apply on scalp and hair.
Massage gently for 10 to 15 minutes.
Now cover your hair with a warm towel and leave on overnight.
Next morning, wash your hair with the regular shampoo followed by a conditioner.
Do this twice a week to retain the moisture in your hair.

YOGHURT :

Yoghurt is a natural solution for damaged hair treatment.
Yoghurt helps in moisturizing the hair naturally and helps heal dry hair.
Mix yogurt and honey in equal proportions and apply on scalp and roots.
You can also apply plain yoghurt like a shampoo on your hair.
Leave on for 30 minutes and rinse with Luke warm water.

ALOE VERA :

With its extensive properties on the skin, Aloe Vera is one of the best home remedies for damaged hair.
Aloe Vera is a natural moisturizer that deep conditions your hair, restores the lost moisture and brings your hair back to life.
Mix Aloe Vera gel along with yoghurt and coconut oil to form a consistent mixture.
Apply evenly on the scalp and hair and leave on for 1 hour.
Rinse off followed by a mild shampoo and conditioner.

HOME REMEDIES FOR SPLIT ENDS

Healthy hair is a sign of good health and it also enhances the beauty of a person. But what sometimes stands in the way of looking beautiful and feeling healthy, are bad hair conditions like dry hair, split ends, rough hair to mention a few. The most common hair problem nowadays is dry hair and split ends, which just don’t seem to go away easily. Dry and rough hair is more fragile and can break more easily than healthy hair.

BANANAS :

Being rich in natural oils, potassium, zinc, iron, and vitamins A, C, and E, bananas help restore your hair’s natural elasticity and minimize breakage. Plus, they  encourage hair repair, and improve manageability.

1. Process one ripe banana, two tablespoons of plain yogurt and a little rose water and lemon juice in a blender.
2. Apply this banana hair mask on your hair.
3. Leave it on for one hour and then wash it off.
4. Repeat once or twice a week.

PAPAYA :

Papaya contains protein that helps nourish your hair and reduce split ends. It also adds body to your hair, removes build up, and restores your hair’s natural shine and softness.

1. Blend half a papaya (peeled and deseeded) with one-half cup of plain yogurt until you get a smooth mixture.
2. Apply it on your hair and leave it on for about 30 minutes.
3. Rinse it out and then shampoo your hair.
4. Do this once a week.

FENUGREEK :

Here’s a traditional Indian way of dealing with split ends and dry hair. Add a table spoon of fenugreek (methi) seeds to half a cup of black lentil (urad dal). Dry grind them into a coarse powder. Mix the powder to half a cup of fresh yoghurt. Apply the paste generously on to the scalp and hair and leave it on for about half an hour. Wash it off with a mild shampoo.

COCONUT OIL :

Applying coconut oil regularly is another way of dealing with split ends. If you find the remedies mentioned above to be too much of a bother, just massage your scalp with coconut oil and leave it overnight. In the morning apply egg white to your hair and leave it on for an hour or so. Shampoo.

HOME REMEDIES TO REMOVE DANDRUFF

   While dandruff can be a rather embarrassing and confidence-lowering condition, it isn’t very serious in most cases.

      COCONUT OIL :

      Simply wash your hair with shampoo and let your hair dry completely. Do not use a conditioner.

1. Apply the coconut oil directly to your scalp and leave it undisturbed for a few minutes.
2. Wash your hair thoroughly with water.

      Coconut oil penetrates deep into the epidermis and works from within. It contains fatty acids  which have regeneration properties that can help treat dandruff.

      TEA TREE OIL :

    Take a little amount of your shampoo in a cup, and to this, add a few drops of tea tree oil.

Mix well and rub the shampoo into your scalp. Let it stay as it is for about 5 minutes, after which you can rinse it out.

 

Tea tree oil has excellent anti-inflammatory properties and a higher rate of dermal penetration, which makes it one of the best remedies for dandruff.

 

 

CURD :

 

 Treating dandruff at home with curd is a little messy but very effective. Method for using curd as a home remedy for dandruff is given below:

 Apply some curd to your hair and scalp. Let it sit tight for about an hour. 

 Rinse it off with a shampoo that’s mild.

 

 

HOME REMEDIES FOR HAIRFALL

Causes for hairfall:

ANEMIA :


Anemia is a result of low iron intake in one’s diet. Many women may be anemic due to heavy menstruation or inadequate folic acid in their body. This results in low production of hemoglobin which means less oxygen to your organs. When oxygen does not reach your hair follicles, they tend to be weak and break easily. This results in hairfall.

PROTEIN DEFICIENCY :

Our hair is made of a protein called keratin. When we do not eat protein-rich foods, it depletes from our body making the hair brittle. This leads to weak strands which fall prematurely

HOME REMEDIES :

Hibiscus :
 

Also called shoe flower, hibiscus nourishes hair, prevents premature greying, treats dandruff and also controls hairfall.  

Steps:

• Crush a few flowers and mix sesame or coconut oil to make a paste.
• Apply on the scalp and hair and leave it on for a few hours.
• Rinse off with cold water using a mild shampoo.

Amla or Indian gooseberry :
 

For people suffering from hairfall, amla or the Indian gooseberry is a blessing. It is packed with vitamin C and antioxidants that can reverse hair loss if it is in its initial stage. 

Steps:

• Use either amla juice or powder and mix it with lemon juice.
• Apply it on the scalp and leave it to dry.
• Rinse hair using lukewarm water.

 Ginger and Olive Oil :

• Ginger Juice
• Olive Oil

Procedure:

1. Take equal amount of ginger juice and olive oil in a bowl.
2. Mix them well and gently apply this mixture on your scalp.
3. Wrap your hair with plastic cap and Leave it for about 20-25 minutes.
4. Wash it off with regular shampoo.

Fenugreek :
 
Seeds of fenugreek are rich in hormone antecedents that help repair hair follicles and promote hair growth. The seeds also contain protein and nicotinic acid that help strengthen hair shaft and promote healthy hair growth.

To use this home remedy for hair loss, make a paste of the seeds that have been soaked overnight in water. Apply the paste on your hair. Rinse your hair after 40- 45 minutes with water. Repeat the process twice a week for good results.

HOME REMEDIES FOR SORE THROAT

A sore throat refers to pain, itchiness, or irritation of the throat. You may have difficulty swallowing food and liquids, and the pain may get worse when you try to swallow. Throat pain is the primary symptom of a sore throat.




CINNAMON :


Cinnamon, which are high in anti-oxidants, if taken with either boiling water or tea relieves a suffering person by reducing the mucus and helps in breathing more easily. It acts as a good result for sore throat caused from cough and cold.

CLOVE :

Chewing of whole cloves is also beneficial to cure the sore throat infection as it contains Eugenol, which acts as a natural painkiller. Eugenol is also anti-bacterial which, helps to numb the pain in the throat.

VINEGAR :

A tablespoon of Apple Cider Vinegar  with a spoonful of honey helps in curing sore throat. Apple Cider Vinegar contains high level of acid, which destroys the bacteria that causes the soreness in the throat.

HONEY :

Easily available on kitchen shelves, honey is a traditional sore-throat remedy. Due to its antibacterial properties, it can speed up the healing process. Add a teaspoon of honey to one cup of hot water or have it with herbal tea. 

HOME REMEDIES TO AVOID WRINKLES ON FACE

Wrinkles are caused by the loss of moisture and elasticity in the skin. As you grow older, getting wrinkles in the skin becomes one of the unavoidable issues. Even you can’t take full control on wrinkles caused by old age, you can reduce it to some extent.

Causes of wrinkles include smoking, drug use, exposure to sun, loss of Vitamin E, Pollution and weight loss. Although we can’t stop aging, staying away from all the these factors will speed up the process of curing the wrinkles along with home remedies.

COCONUT OIL :

Of all the home remedies for wrinkles, coconut oil serves as the best home remedy. So make sure you are applying the coconut oil before you go to bed.  It is very simple method to avoid wrinkles.

GINGER WITH HONEY :

Honey and ginger are treated as a gift of nature. It carries countless numbers of health benefits. Apart from removing wrinkles,  mixture of shredded ginger with honey helps to achieve a glowing skin.

WATER :


washing your face with water isn’t an effective anti-wrinkle treatment; however, drinking plenty of it is. As the body is over 50% water, it goes without saying that enough water in the system supports good health. This option has the additional benefit of adding moisture, elasticity, and brilliancy to the skin and the rest of the body.

HOME REMEDIES TO AVOID MORNING SICKNESS

MINT :

Eating or sniffing something containing this fresh flavor can help you feel less nauseated. (Mint can help with a not-so-fresh mouth after a round of morning sickness.)

GINGER :

This root is popular in Chinese medicine, and used as spice in India. You can drink it in soda or tea, or try ginger-laced lollipops whenever you're feeling queasy.

BUTTERMILK  :

You can use buttermilk to avoid morning sickness. It is good source of calcium.

LEMON JUICE :

Lemon juice is also used as a tonic for those who are suffering from morning sickness. 

HOME REMEDIES TO STOP SNORING

Snoring can lead to poor sleep and daytime fatigue, irritability, and increased health problems. If your snoring keeps your partner awake, it can also create major relationship problems.

Snoring could indicate sleep apnea  a potentially life-threatening condition that requires medical attention. Sleep apnea is a breathing obstruction, causing the sleeper to keep waking up to begin breathing again. Normal snoring doesn’t interfere with the quality of your sleep as much as sleep apnea, so if you’re suffering from extreme fatigue and sleepiness during the day, your problem may be more than just snoring.

CARDAMOM :

Cardamom is an expectorant and decongestant, making it effective for opening up blocked nasal passages. Free air passage will result in less snoring.

1. Add one-half teaspoon of cardamom powder to a glass of warm water.
2. Drink it 30 minutes before going to bed.
3. Do this daily to gradually reduce your snoring.

HONEY :

Another option for snorers is honey. Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, honey can reduce the swelling around the throat area that can obstruct airways. Plus, honey lubricates the throat, which prevents the snoring vibrations from occurring.

• Mix one tablespoon of honey in a glass of warm water and drink it before bedtime. Do it daily.
• Alternatively, you can use honey to sweeten herbal tea that you like to drink after your dinner.

 PEPPERMINT :

Gargle with a peppermint mouthwash to shrink the lining of your nose and throat. This is especially effective if your snoring is a temporary condition caused by a head cold or an allergy. To mix up the herbal gargle, add one drop of peppermint oil to a glass of cold water. (But only gargle – do not swallow.)
  
Sleep on your side. Of course, there’s no guarantee you’ll stay in that position, but at least start on your side with your arms wrapped around a pillow. There’s a good reason you don’t want to sleep on your back: In that position, your tongue and soft palate rest against the back of your throat, blocking the airway.

HOME REMEDIES TO MAKE BEARD GROW FAST

For men, beards stand for masculinity, so a fully grown moustache and beard is a source of great pride.

AMLA OIL :

Amla oil is a natural remedy to increase facial hair growth. Massage your skin with amla oil and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. Rinse your face with cold water and then clean it.

You can use the Amla oil directly on the area of your face where you want facial hair to grow. It is better to do this in the evening so you can leave it on overnight while you sleep. Rinse it when you are in the shower the next morning. If you are in a hurry, you can just leave the oil on your face for 15-20 minutes and rinse it with water. Repeat the process later in the day to make it more effective.

INTAKE OF PROTEIN IN YOUR FOOD :

Increase the amount of protein in your diet. The protein found in meat, fish, eggs and nuts will help the hair on your face grow quicker.

EICALYPTUS OIL :

Eucalyptus helps promote facial hair growth, so use a moisturiser with eucalyptus as the main ingredient and massage it on your face to grow your beard faster.

HOME REMEDIES FOR PIMPLES

Excess sebum secretion by the oil glands is the primary cause behind this problem. Pimples generally occur on the face, neck, back and shoulders. Though not a critical condition, pimples can make a person feel miserable due to their appearance.

1. Use Ice Cubes to Dry Out a Pimple Fast
   

For a pimple that has not yet infected fully, ice can be utilized to diminish swelling and urge the oil organs to contract and push out the abundance oil and microbes from the disturbed organs.

• Wrap the ice in a bit of fabric and hold it on the influenced skin region for a couple of seconds.
• Hold up a couple of minutes and rehash the methodology.

    2. LEMON

Another quick way to get rid of pimples is the use of lemon juice, which is rich in vitamin C. Lemon juice helps pimples dry up faster. Be sure to use fresh lemon juice and not bottled juice, which has preservatives. There are a couple of ways to apply this remedy.

• Dip a clean cotton swab in fresh lemon juice and apply it to the pimples before going to bed.

• You can also mix one tablespoon of lemon juice with one teaspoon of cinnamon powder and put it on the pimples overnight. In the morning, wash the skin well with lukewarm water. However, this particular remedy is not suitable for those with sensitive skin.

         3. GARLIC

Garlic is an antiviral, antifungal, antiseptic and antioxidant agent that can help in the fast treatment of pimples. The sulfur in garlic also promotes quick healing of pimples.

1. Cut a fresh garlic clove into two pieces.
2. Rub the garlic on the pimples and leave it for five minutes before washing the skin with lukewarm water.
3. Repeat the treatment several times a day.

HOME REMEDIES FOR CONSTIPATION

There are many causes of constipation including medications, poor bowel habits, low fiber diets, possibly abuse of laxatives, hormonal disorders, and diseases primarily of other parts of the body that also affect the colon.



FIBER :

One of the best known home remedies for constipation is fiber. The recommended dosage - 20 to 35 grams per day - can be found in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Fiber is also a convenient constipation remedy since most people already have these items in their homes.

CASTOR OIL :

Castor oil is extracted from castor beans and is a natural remedy for constipation. It functions as a stimulant laxative and lubricates your bowels without absorbing any moisture from the walls of your intestines.  Take 1 table spoon of  castor oil on an empty stomach or after taking food. You can take castor oil even at night time.

MINT AND GINGER TEA :

Mint and ginger are both proven home remedies to help alleviate a slew of digestive problems. Peppermint contains menthol, which has an antispasmodic effect that relaxes the muscles of the digestive tract. Ginger is a "warming" herb that causes the inside of the body to generate more heat; herbalists say this can help speed up sluggish digestion. In tea, the hot water will also stimulate digestion and help relieve constipation. Dandelion tea is also a gentle laxative and detoxifier.


Drink more water to avoid constipation.

HOME REMEDIES FOR FACIAL HAIR GROWTH

Unwanted hair on the visible areas of the body like hands, feet, face and back affect the perfect look of a person. They are one of the main cosmetic problems faced by many women nowadays.

There are many age old natural home remedies available for efficient removal of unwanted hair from different parts of the body. These remedies are natural, and have no side effects.

Lemon, honey & sugar to remove of excessive hair

 Its home-made waxing product, easy to make and use! Mix Honey+Lemon+Sugar [30: 10: 60 in proportions] Microwave on high till it gets into a gel like consistency. Let the gel cool to some extent so that you can apply on your hands and feet, otherwise it may result in burns on your skin. Apply a thin layer on the area and then using a rough cloth pull of the unwanted hair in the opposite direction of hair growth. Clean the surface, apply moisturizer on it and attain a smooth and glowing skin.

Remove unwanted hair with lentil & potatoes

Potatoes combined with yellow lentil are an Ayurvedic process to get rid of the hair on the face and other parts of the body. Potatoes have natural bleach properties in them. The combination of both these items will help in making the hair color lighter.  Make a paste of soaked lentil and juice extracted from crushed potatoes. Apply on the face and other parts of the body and leave it to dry. Remove the paste in piles by rubbing the fingers over the paste. It helps in removing unwanted hair permanently by repeating the process two to three times in a fortnight.

Papaya and turmeric

1. Peel the raw papaya and cut it into little pieces.
2. Grind the pieces to make a fine paste.
3. Mix the papaya paste with half a teaspoon of turmeric powder.
4. Apply this mixture on the affected parts.
5. Massage for 15 to 20 minutes.
6.  Wash it off.

HOME REMEDIES FOR DARK CIRCLES

Many people have dark circles under the eye.  Lack of sleep is the one of the most important  reason for it.


COLD WATER :

Cold water works really well to constrict the blood vessels under the eyes. This will help to reduce dark circles and eye puffiness. Take a soft cloth and soak it in cold water for a few minutes.

You can also use cold milk in the place of cold water. Place it directly on your eye lids, for 5 to 7 minutes. You can also choose to wrap ice cubes in a towel and place it on your eye lids.

Repeat the same process three to four times everyday for a few weeks.

TOMATO :

Grind or smash tomato until you obtain a thick paste.  Apply the paste under your eyes and leave it for 5 minutes and rinse it off with cold water. Another alternative is place a slice of tomato  under your dark circles for 5 minutes and massage it for few minutes.  It gives you good result.

ALMOND OIL:

Almond oil contains anti-oxidants that keep skin healthy.
As a natural emollient, almond oil balances the skin’s water content, preventing dryness.
It helps to lighten the dark spots and removes the dark veins appearance to clear dark circles

How to apply almond oil?

• Wash your face with cold water and pat dry with soft towel.
• Apply a few drops of almond oil around the eyes night time before going to bed.
• Massage gently in circular motion for few minutes.
• Leave on overnight.
• Rinse with normal water in the morning.
• Do it regularly to get good result,

• Apply regularly to reduce dark circles.

HOME REMEDIES FOR DRY SKIN

 COCONUT OIL :

Coconut oil is really good for treating dry skin. It has a good amount of fatty acids that make up for any loss of moisture from the skin.

Apply warm coconut oil all over your body before going to sleep. Wash it off in the morning. Do this daily to make your skin soft and smooth.  It will gives you good result.

Apply coconut oil on your dry skin after you take a bath or shower. When the skin is warm and supple from your bath, coconut oil is more readily absorbed. Do this daily you will find a good change.

AVOCADO :

Avocado is packed with fatty acids, vitamins and antioxidants that help improve skin from the inside

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Mash the pulp of an avocado into a smooth paste. Rub the paste all over your dry skin. Let it sit on your skin for 10 to 15 minutes and rinse it off with cold water. Repeat the process once daily. You will get good result.

 

You can also drink a glass of an avocado smoothie daily to increase your intake of healthy fats that will help keep your skin hydrated and moisturized.

 

ALMOND OIL :

 

Almond oil is an excellent source of vitamin E and, hence, is considered the best emollient and lubricator for dry skin. Also, its antioxidant property is good for your skin’s overall health. Almond  oil is non-greasy, it is easily absorbed in the skin.

 

Drink a glass of warm milk mixed with one teaspoon of almond oil before going to bed. Repeat every night to enjoy healthier skin as well as sound sleep.

 

Gently warm up some pure almond oil. Massage your body lightly with the warm oil a half an hour before taking a shower. After your shower when your skin is still damp, apply some light moisturizer. Do this once daily to get good result.

 

 

Home remedies for toothache

Some of the main causes of toothaches are cavities, an infection, an exposed tooth root, a cracked tooth, gum disease, a loose filling, or jaw joint disorder. These are the simple home remedies which you can do it easily.

Onions :
Chew raw onion for your toothache or keep raw onion on the affected tooth.  Your pain will be reduced a lot. Its simple and easy method to remove the toothache.

Garlic :

Use of garlic can also provide immense relief from toothache. Garlic has antibiotic and other medicinal properties that can be very effective in reducing the pain.

Mix a crushed garlic clove with some table salt and apply directly on the affected tooth.  The pain will be reduced.  If you want you can chew 2 raw garlic cloves directly on the affected tooth to reduce toothache.

Warm water with salt reduces toothache: 

Take a glass of luke warm  water and add 1/2 tablespoon of salt and use it to rinse your mouth thoroughly. It will help you to reduce swelling and inflammation and also fight the bacteria that cause infection.

Home remedies for removal of black spots on your face

Black spots or dark patches can be easily lightened or eliminated to restore a glowing facial complexion. Dark spots, patches and other marks on the face may be due to excess secretion of melanin on the skin.





OATS :
Oatmeal powder is considered good for skin exfoliation. It contains saponins that work as a natural cleanser. Hence, you can apply an oatmeal mask on your face and neck to remove dead skin and black spots. Oatmeal even helps soften, repair and rejuvenate the skin. It has a sunburn-fighting effect as well.

PAPAYA :

Apply ripe  papaya pulp to the affected areas on the  face.  Leave it on for 20 minutes and rinse it off. Do this weekly twice or thrice. You will get good result.

ONION JUICE :

Take a cotton swab and dip into onion juice and apply it on affected spots. Leave it for 10 to 20 minutes and wash it with warm water. It is best and easy solution for your black spots.  

HOME REMEDIES FOR YOUR CLEAR SKIN

Every woman wants picture-perfect, flawless skin. Clear and beautiful skin is one of the main elements of a person’s beauty. Healthy skin helps you feel beautiful as well.  Some of the leading factors that take a toll on the quality and texture of your skin are stress, lack of sleep, poor nutrition, pollution, damage from the sun’s ultraviolet rays, excessive smoking and drinking alcohol.
  
   Lemon
  Lemon is one of the best ingredients that you can use to promote clear skin. The citric acid       present     in lemon helps keep the skin clear by removing dead cells, and its vitamin C content helps reduce dark spots by increasing the cell renewal process. Lemon also has bleaching properties that will help improve your overall skin complexion.

• Apply fresh-squeezed lemon juice to your entire face and neck. Leave it on for 10 minutes and then wash it off with lukewarm water. After this, rub cucumber slices on your skin to soften and moisturize it. Do this daily or every other day.
• Another option is squeeze the juice of one-half lemon and mix one to two tablespoons of raw honey in it. Apply it on your face, leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes and then rinse it off.
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• To exfoliate your skin, mix two teaspoons each of lemon juice and sugar. Apply the mixture on your face, neck and hands. Scrub in a circular motion and leave it on for 10 minutes. Then rinse it off with lukewarm water. Follow this remedy once a week to enjoy glowing skin.

      Honey 
        To enjoy clear skin, your need to keep your skin well moisturized. Honey is a great moisturizer    and also has antibacterial properties that help ward off infection.

• Apply raw honey directly on your skin. Let it dry naturally and then rinse it off with lukewarm water. The water content in honey will deeply moisturize the skin, making it soft and supple. Do this simple remedy once daily or every other day.
• Alternatively, mix two teaspoons of milk and one teaspoon of honey. Then add one teaspoon of gram flour and mix it in well. Apply it all over your face. Leave it on for 20 minutes and then rinse it off with warm water. Use this face mask once a week to enjoy radiant and clear skin.

      

Aloe vera

Aloe vera has many benefits for the skin. It has antibacterial properties that help kill bacteria that cause acne, anti-inflammatory properties that help soothe irritated skin, and astringent properties that help heal scars. Plus, aloe vera moisturizes the skin and stimulates new skin cell growth.

1. Extract the gel from an aloe vera leaf.
2. Apply the gel on your face using a cotton ball.
3. Allow it to dry on its own for about half an hour, and then rinse it off with lukewarm water.
4. Follow this remedy daily or several times per week.

     

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