Skin Care tips in Summer at Home

theholistichealth

June 19, 2019

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Beauty

Summers are here and so the season for your skin care. The flaming heat & blazing sun tends to affect your skin making it dry and patchy. The summers can be pretty harsh on your skin if proper skin care routine is not followed. Sun rays not only makes your skin tan but can also make it rough and more prone to pimples, rashes & acne.

Skincare tips for your skin in this summer:

Drink enough water- In this burning heat, your skin needs to be hydrated because if it is left dehydrated that can cause many skin problems. The skin loses its moisture the most with the sun rays that leave your skin dry, rough and can also cause skin burns. For healthy, smooth & hydrated skin consume enough water daily and always carry your water bottle when traveling to stay hydrated in this burning heat.

Exercise- In summers we get lazy, the flaming heat outside makes us feel like sleeping and doing nothing. We mostly skip our morning workout and just spend the day lethargically. But this can affect your skin and even your health. Exercise makes your body sweat that helps to remove the toxins from your body, but being lazy and not doing anything can make your skin more prone to pimples, patches & acne. Do not avoid exercise, it is better to do it when the sun is at its ease, early morning time or the dusk time. Indulge your body in walking, jogging or playing outside games. 

Do not touch your face frequently- It is the habit of many men & women to touch their frequently, this habit is not healthy for your skin. Your hand may be clean, but it always contains bacterias on them that may not be good for your skin. In our whole day, we touch many things and these things contains various microbes and if we have the tendency to touch our face most often, then these microbes can get on to your face and can have unhealthy symptoms such as acne, pimples.

Let your skin breath- Applying makeup is most common in today's world but this does not mean you apply it every time. In summers your body usually sweats to remove body toxins, but if your face is covered with makeup it will not get the space to move out of your body. However, the harmful toxins stay inside your body and have many negative effects on your skin or your overall health. Let your skin feel fresh, remove your makeup once you are back from your work. This will let your skin breath and makes your skin healthy & fresh.

In Summers while stepping out from your home always apply sunscreen. Sunscreen prevents your skin from the harmful effects of the sun rays that can cause tanning or skin burns.

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General Side-effects of Fenugreek seeds

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June 05, 2019

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Fenugreek or methi is an important ingredient in Indian cuisine and has great importance in Indian Ayurvedic traditional medicine. Though fenugreek is valued for its flavor and has many health benefits, like any other spice that has both advantages and disadvantages; fenugreek has disadvantages too! 

However, it is not advisable to completely omit fenugreek from your diet, but you should always be informed about the adverse side effects that can be caused if fenugreek is not used responsibly. 

Side Effects of Fenugreek seeds on your Health

Allergic Reaction- Fenugreek is best for your skin and hairs but if used excessively it can cause negative reactions on your skin. Common symptoms include skin irritation, inflammation, rashes, and fainting. Methi is the best remedy for any skin or health problem but excessive consumption to get results quick makes methi to cause skin allergy. Discontinue its use if you face any of the allergic reactions.  

Hypoglycemia- Fenugreek seeds can cause low blood sugar level or hyperglycemia that can further affect the glucose supply to the brain. As the brain is the most important organ of the human body any change in its functioning not only causes serious damage to your brain but also affects your overall health. Improper functioning of the brain can result in seizures, brain damage and to more severe can also cause death. 

Diarrhea- When suffering from loose motions or diarrhea we have been advised to take methi powder with a glass of water to overcome our stool problem. But if you consume more then good for your diarrhea problem, rather then curing it will worsen the situation. If you are breastfeeding mother you might suffer from this problem a lot and it can get easily passed from mother to child. Fenugreek can cure both hard & loose stools but we need to be careful with the quantity.   

Excessive Intake Unsafe for Children- Children immunity is very soft and they are very sensitive for any medicine being it allopathic or herbal. While treating children we need to be very careful excessive intake of fenugreek causes unconsciousness and loose motions in children. Only half a teaspoon of fenugreek is advisable for children in any health problem.

Body & Urine Odor- Inappropriate consumption of fenugreek seeds causes a change in your body & urine odor. The smell is sickly sweet like that of maple syrup and many people don't prefer the smell. However, always be careful with the quantity of fenugreek seeds consumption. 

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How to Cure loose Motions at Home

theholistichealth

June 03, 2019

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Loose stools or diarrhea is one of the common problems across every age group, it can make your life really miserable. Loose motions are an abnormal watery bowel movement that often occurs after eating something unhealthy and include symptoms like bloating, nausea & abdominal cramping. While suffering from loose motions your stomach hurts terribly, it also drains your energy making your feel exhausted & dehydrated. Some simple home remedies can help you to restore the normal functioning of your bowels. 

Effective Home Remedies for Loose Motions

Yogurt- The only one dairy product that can be consumed during loose motions. It is rich in good bacteria (probiotics) that maintains your gut health & fights the nasty bacteria that cause loose motions. Yogurt supports better digestion, maintains a healthy environment for gut bacteria functioning & can be used if you have lactose intolerance.

Consume a bowl of plain yogurt 2-3 times a day.

Bananas- All season fruit that has many medicinal properties and is best for loose stools. It is an instant source of energy & contains resistant starch that makes your stool firmer. Bananas contain potassium & many vital nutrients that aids digestion, bulk up the stool & help you recover fast. 

Have a raw banana every day or mix banana with curd and consume it twice a day.  

Lemon juice- It has acidic properties, rich in citric acid & vitamin C that is beneficial for diarrhea. Calms the inflamed intestines & brings the pH of intestine back to normal. Lemon juice helps to normalize your bowel movement. It contains magnesium and potassium that helps you to make up your body's lost nutrients. 

Drink a glass of lemon juice with added sugar 2-3 times every day for good results. 

Coconut water- Coconut water is helpful in treating loose motions and dehydration caused by it. It contains potassium & sodium that replaces the lost fluids & boosts your blood circulation. Coconut water not only rehydrates your body but also provide all the essential nutrients magnesium, vitamin C, amino acids that promote stronger body immunity. 

Drink a glass of coconut water 1-2 times daily. 

Fenugreek seeds- One of the oldest, natural, herbal remedies that have been used as a medicinal herb since ages. It has anti-bacterial & antifungal properties & is an excellent home remedy for loose motions. 

Grind some fenugreek seeds and make a fine powder. Dissolve it in a glass of water and take it in the morning on an empty stomach for 2-3 days regularly. 

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Moisturize your Skin Naturally

theholistichealth

May 30, 2019

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Beauty

Your skin is the largest organ of your body and so do gets dehydrated the most. As your body needs water to stay hydrated similarly your skin needs to be moisturized to stay hydrated. Dry skin makes you look dull and old thus, proper nourishment is the key for glowing and healthy looking skin. People with any skin type should always moisturize their skin to make it feel healthy and glowing. 

Many moisturizers are available in the market that helps you with your skin problems, but they may not contain all the essential ingredients that are good for your skin and that keeps your skin moisturized. In this case, it is better to follow the natural ingredients that are available in your kitchen and will show best-moisturized properties on your skin. 

Homemade moisturizes for your skin

Buttermilk-

Buttermilk helps to remove dead skin cells and rejuvenates your skin. It contains lactic acid that acts as an exfoliant on your skin making your skin cells feel younger and fresh. Buttermilk makes your skin looks healthy and glowing. Wet a face cloth in cold buttermilk and lay it on your face for 5-10 minutes and rinse gently. This will help you to naturally moisturize your skin. 

Coconut Oil-

Coconut oil is found in many cosmetic products as it keeps your skin hydrated and offers many excellent soothing effects. It has anti-bacterial & antifungal properties that help it to heal many skin problems such as scars, wrinkles or even aging symptoms. It increases hydration & reduces water loss from your skin. Get raw, virgin coconut oil and apply it on your skin after taking bath and rub in on your face before going to bed. 

Aloe vera-

It has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties that make it a great product to treat a variety of skin conditions, flaky or dry skin and helps to moisturize your skin without leaving it greasy. It contains plenty of nutrients and antioxidant properties that help to replenish the moisture of the skin, improve skins natural firmness, relieves itching caused by dry skin and maintains the smooth texture of your skin.

Cucumbers-

It is a great source of water for your body, can soothe irritated skin. Many nutrients are present in it such as magnesium, potassium, vitamin A & E that promotes blood circulation, boon your skin complexion, making it an excellent moisturizer that purifies & nourishes your skin. Cucumber also rejuvenates & replenishes your skin, reduces wrinkles and treat eye puffiness. Place slices of cucumber on your eyes for soothing effects and apply & massage the cucumber puree on your skin that will moisturize it.

Honey-

Honey is a natural moisturizer for your skin. It contains anti-bacterial properties that are effective for acne, unclogs pores and penetrates deeper into skin layers to moisturize it. Honey is also filled with antioxidants, fights wrinkles, aging skin and skin irritation because of dry skin. As it is a natural moisturizer soothes skin irritation, improves skin health, cleans your skin & makes your skin glow naturally. 

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How to Remove Blackheads at Home

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May 24, 2019

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Beauty

Blackhead problem can happen to people of any age group but it is commonly seen in teenagers & adults. It occurs because of clogged hair follicles in the skin and is the combination of excess sebum, dead skin cells & dirt from outside. Blackheads are a type of acne that forms on the face where they are most noticeable such as on the nose, shoulders, neck & arms.

There are many factors that are responsible for these blackheads like; increasing pollution, stress, dust in the surrounding, many cosmetic products, hectic lifestyle and in some cases also the hormonal changes of the body.

Squeezing them, having a facial, and many other cosmetic products are available in the market that helps you to get rid of these blackheads, but these products have many harmful chemicals that can cause further side effects. The best is to look for the natural ways, the remedy that nature has provided. These natural remedies are not only inexpensive but have least side effects and are easily available right on your kitchen shelf.

Remove Blackheads at Home

1. Sugar-

When dead cells combine with oil causing clogging of pores that develops blackheads. A gentle sugar scrub can help to exfoliate the skin as it clears the clogged pores that lead to those awful blackheads. Mix sugar with olive oil or jojoba oil to make a fine paste. Wash your face as regular and apply this paste onto your skin while scrubbing using your fingertips. Gently scrub in a circular motion for about a minute. rinse it off, pat your skin dry and then moisturize it. Use this treatment at least 3 times a week. 

2. Honey-

It has been used medicinally since centuries, because of its antiseptic & anti-bacterial properties it helps to remove blackheads while destroying the germs or impurities that clog pores and forms acne. Honey is a natural antibiotic that pulls out the dirt from pores of the skin to clear blackheads and also hydrates the skin for a clearer complexion. Make a mixture of honey, lemon juice & sugar, scrub it gently on your skin. Leave the mixture for 15-20 minutes and rinse off with warm water. Use it twice a week for effective results. 

3. Baking Soda-

We make many food dishes in our houses and the most common ingredient in many of them is the baking soda. But baking soda is not only useful in your food items but is also a wonderful product for your skin. Apart from fighting acne, it can also be used to fight the rigid spots. It is an excellent skin exfoliator that scrubs away dead cells, leaving your skin smooth. Baking soda also helps to neutralize your skin pH that produces less oil and keep blackheads & pimples away. Make a paste of baking soda with water and apply on the affected area. Scrub it for 15 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water.

4. Cinnamon-

An anti-bacterial spice that works really well to prevent as well as remove blackheads, treat whiteheads, acne and offers all sorts of skin benefits. It improves the blood circulation, tightens the pores and eliminates flaky skin. Cinnamon also helps to keep your skin healthy, smooth & glowing. Make a mixture of cinnamon powder & honey. Apply it on your skin and leave for 15 minutes. Wash off with water and apply a moisturizer. Repeat this remedy for a month and get the best results.

5. Tomatoes-

One of the best remedy that can work wonders for your blackheads. Tomatoes have the natural anti-bacterial properties that dry up the blackheads. It contains lycopene that has antioxidant effects on your skin. Tomato is also a good exfoliator, helps in declogging the pores and removes all damage-causing free radicals. Make a paste of tomato pulp and apply it over the blackheads before going to bed. Next morning wash it with lukewarm water. 

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How to Reduce Hair Fall at Home

theholistichealth

May 21, 2019

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Beauty

One of the most common problems faced by both men & women is HAIRFALL. With our present lifestyle, we not only face many health problems but also face many hair & skin problems. Losing hairs also makes us lose our confidence. Many products are available in the market that assures you to have benefits over your hairfall problems. But these products are not only expensive but do contains many chemicals that can affect your skin or health. So in this post, we will know some of the home products and the ways that can help you with your hairfall problem and with less or no side effects. 

Simple and Effective ways to reduce Hairfall problem at your Home

1. Get Head Massage-

Do massage your hair scalp twice a week using coconut oil or almond oil. Heat the oil and slowly massage your scalp using your fingertips. Regular massage increases the blood flow to your hair follicles, nourishes the hairs, improves scalp circulation and strengthens the hair roots while improving your scalp health. 

2. Use Neem oil or leaves-

Neem is known to have many medicinal benefits for your health and so do have benefits for your hairs. It has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory & antifungal properties that help you to get rid of dandruff, ensures healthy hair scalp and promotes the hair growth. It also stimulates blood flow that makes your hair follicles strong and eliminates hair lice & nits. You can use neem leaves to make a natural hair pack or boil neem leaves to get a mixture that can be used to rinse your hairs. 

3. Beetroot juice or leaves-

Beetroot is the solution for your almost all body problems. It contains all the nutrients essential for your hairs. Beetroot is rich in potassium, proteins, and vitamins B & C that are required for healthy hairs. It overcomes all your nutrition deficiency that causes the hairfall problem. So, include beetroot in your daily diet in the form of juice or raw. It can also be used to make a hair pack that also have many benefits. 

4. Onion juice-

True, onion has proved to be one of the best hair loss natural remedy. Presence of antibacterial properties helps it to fight against any scalp infections. Due to high sulfur content, it treats hair loss problem, improves the blood circulation to your hair follicles, revives hair follicles, reduces any kind of scalp inflammation and encourages the hair growth. Grate onion to extract the juice and using cotton ball apply it from your scalp to the hair tips and shampoo it as usual after 30 minutes. 

5. Green tea-

Green tea is not only good for your body weight loss but is also effective for your hair growth. It revitalizes hair follicles and boosts hair production. Green tea also helps to enhance your metabolism which is ultimately linked to an increased rate of hair growth. Dip the green tea bags into the hot water and let them cool. Remove the bags and use the mixture to rinse your hairs. 

One in all BE KIND TO YOUR HAIRS

- Don't style your hair too often.

- Allow them to dry naturally.

- Minimize the use of hot straighteners, curlers, and chemical products.

- Avoid unnecessary brushing or combing your hairs. 

- Try not to brush your hairs when they are wet.

Thank you, everyone, for checking out my posts. Hope they have been proved beneficial for you.

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How to reduce Menstrual Cramps Naturally

theholistichealth

April 02, 2019

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Health & Fitness

Menstruation happens every month as it prepares your body for pregnancy. Here's how it happens: The ovaries hold the egg and during menstruation cycle, the hormones make them mature. This means they can get fertilized by a sperm cell. So if the eggs get fertilized they start a pregnancy. 

If pregnancy does not happen, the thick lining in your uterus breaks down and all the blood, nutrients & tissue flow out through your vagina and it is your periods.

Periods brings along cramps that are not only painful but makes you uncomfortable to walk, work or can also cause fatigue. 

Reasons why we have menstrual cramps: The endometrial cells that form the lining of uterus make large amounts of prostaglandins. During periods these lining breaks that make prostaglandins to release. These prostaglandins are the cause of pain, constrict the blood vessels in the uterus, makes the muscle layer to contract and that results in painful cramps.

So here we will discuss some of the food & tips that help with the cramps.

Watermelon- 

In your menstruation, you feel to have something sweet but going for artificial sweets can provoke the cramp pain. So if you adapt to take natural sugars, a piece of fruit it will make you feel better, overcome your weakness and fatigue. Watermelon helps you to alleviate bloating and diarrhea.

Oranges-

During your periods consuming a diet rich in calcium & vitamin D helps you to relieve the pain & reduce the feeling of anxiety and depression. For these reasons, oranges are the best source to add it in your diet plan. They together help to regulate mood, ease pain and aches & acts as a muscle relaxant. 

Ginger tea-

Having these menstrual cramps affects the woman's quality of life. In those days we prefer to lie down and sleep without doing any work. But it is not always possible and for that reason, ginger tea can help you to relieve your pain. Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties that provide you relief from inflammation and ease the cramps. Drink it 2-3 times a day to ease your pain.

Drink enough water-

Try to stay hydrated during your periods because the loss of water makes you feel weak, dehydrated and exhausted. In our periods we face many digestive problems, constipation or diarrhea; Water, in this case, can help you relieve the situations. So it is advisable to drink enough water to make your body stay hydrated. 

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