Saturday, June 28, 2008

Healthy Foods!

Food:

Add liquid calories as in shakes. They are digested much more quickly than solid calories.

Just 3 Litchis (nutrition analysis) can meet 1/3 of an adult’s daily Vitamin-C requirement.

Banana and milk together provide all the needed nutrients.

Bananas are a good post-exercise snack. They energize us.

Light snacks like milk/yogurt containing calcium gives you a relaxing effect.

Have beetroot to cure anemia and improve your blood level.

Consume Musk Melon for lack of appetite, weight loss, constipation, acidity, ulcer.

Garlic helps to prevent blood clots from forming, thus reducing the possibility of strokes.

Use Olive oil- it aids weight loss and also controls bad cholesterol.

Keep risk of heart disease at bay, add green tea to your regular diet.

Choose pure juices without any added sugar.

Remedies:

Treat Hypertension: Have a tablespoon of neem juice mixed with Mishri twice a day.

High blood sugar: Have one tablespoon of neem juice daily morning.

Add mushrooms to your meals . They control Blood Pressure and strengthen bones.

Suffering from tooth ache?: Dab Vinegar on the tooth. This will ease the pain.

Tips:

A bath after meals decreases blood supply to your digestive system.

Eat small meals at regular intervals , this will build immunity.

Prevent common cold – when drenched, keep your hands away from your nose and eyes.

Engage in mental games to keep the mind active and alert.

Too lil sleep can alter your hormone levels and increase your body weight.

Avoid eating fruits just after meals. It may cause intestinal gas.

Exercise raises your heart rate thus, more blood flows to your brain.

Do a combination of aerobic and some stretching to release stress.

High-fiber diet cures constipation and coronary heart diseases.

In monsoons eat in moderation as it’s hard to digest food.

Laughter, lowers blood pressure, relaxes muscles and boosts immune system.


Friday, June 27, 2008

Beauty Tips

Skin:

Dry skin: Apply moisturizer to slightly damp skin after shower.

Sunburns: Lavendar essential oil is good . Mix aloe vera to make it spread.

Natural Cleanser: Use a cotton ball dipped in milk to clean your eyes.

Wrinkles: Excessive exposure to sun causes wrinkles.

Got oily skin?: Use water based cosmetics.

Acne Pack: Red sandalwood paste mixed with rose water.

-> Use buttermilk, yogurt or cream when your regular cleanser runs out.

-> Powdered orange peels mixed with rose water can be used to exfoliate your skin.

-> Use gel blush or cream instead of powder for a glowing face.

-> Highlights with auburn and brown suits wheatish complexion. After cleansing your face apply toner to close the pores.

Hair:

Oily hair: Skip the conditioner or use an oil-free product, don’t apply to the roots.

Dandruff: A paste of neem leaf can control dandruff.

Thick and healthy hair: Have proteins diet, include veggies and eggs.

(Paste: Add white{ protein content } of egg with mustard and apply it for 30 to 40 minutes ,remove it by rinsing in hot water.).

Others:

For rough palms: Use a mix of glycerin and lime juice in equal proportion.

Remove scars : On your hand and feet by rubbing them with lime peel.

Got deep-set eyes?: Use liquid liner instead of pencil one, to prevent smudging.

Strong nails: Increase calcium intake.

-> Use lukewarm water for bathing as hot water draws out natural oil from the skin and dries it.

-> Start by applying foundation to your forehead then work outwards from top to bottom.

-> When choosing a foundation shade,test it on your jaw/neck, not on your wrist.

-> Monochromatic dressing with make u look tall and slim( 1 color from head to toe ).

-> Dry brush your skin before a shower– it stimulates the natural oil glands.

-> Avoid razor burns after shaving: moisturize before hand for a smooth shave.

-> Dispose your powder eye shadows every 9-18 months and cream eye shadows every 6-12 months.