Some common skin care problems are pricking and burning sensations, tiny and itchy bumps, oily skin, itchy rashes which comes with discomfort and pain, uneven skin tone, folliculitis, acne breakout and heat burn. The hot summer season is here! While we do take care of the nutritional requirement to beat the heat during summers, there are times we forget a proper skin care routine. During the hot and sultry weather, we do face a lot of skin problems. These may include pricking and burning sensations, tiny and itchy bumps, oily skin, itchy…
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10 refreshing homemade summer drink recipes you must try to beat the heat and stay healthy
Try these 10 cooling summer drinks to help you beat the heat and stay healthy. These drinks are nutritious and a great way to increase your fruit and vegetable intake. The warm summer days are here, which means it’s time to enjoy some refreshing homemade beverages that will not only help quench your thirst but also give your health a boost. These refreshing drinks are pleasing to your taste buds and low in calories, making them a perfect drink to beat the heat without sabotaging your weight loss diet. What’s…
Read MoreNew from the Old: Know how to Use your Old Spices!
By: Sheetal Dhamecha As per a report by Popular Science, spices spread the small amount of chemical they contain in our food. Spices keep changing phases, the clock starts ticking after they’re harvested. Though it varies from spice to spice, usually, the spices lose much of the potency in a year and by the end of three years, they need replacement. However, before disposing of your spices, you must reconsider, as they might be used in many other ways. Deal with Year Old Spices, ‘The less than fresh category’! Adding heat can transform spices, enhancing their smell…
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साधारण छोटे-छोटे प्रयोग जिनको आप अवश्य अपनाए कुछ प्रयोग नीचे दिए गए है जो आपके घर में ही उपलब्ध है अजमाए और लाभ ले 1- अजवायन का साप्ताहिक प्रयोग :- सुबह खाली पेट सप्ताह में एक बार एक चाय का चम्मच अजवायन मुँह में रखें और पानी से निगल लें। चबाएँ नहीं। यह सर्दी, खाँसी, जुकाम, बदनदर्द, कमर-दर्द, पेटदर्द, कब्जियत और घुटनों के दर्द से दूर रखेगा। 10 साल से नीचे के बच्चों को आधा चम्मच 2 ग्राम और 10 से ऊपर सभी को एक चम्मच यानी 5 ग्राम लेना…
Read MoreCauses, Remedies & Treatment for Frozen Shoulder
A frozen shoulder is essentially considerable stiffness as well as pain in the shoulder area. It is also known as adhesive capulitris. When inflammation occurs in the connective tissues that surround the gienohumeral joint, stiffness and extreme pain in the shoulder occurs. A frozen shoulder condition can be divided into three stages, namely, a freezing stage, a frozen stage, and a thawing stage. As the name suggests, stage one involves the beginning of pain and stiffness; in the second stage, which is the frozen stage, shoulder movement is compromised. In…
Read MorePrevention is Better Than Cure
Those who are deficient in health and then regain it realise that prevention is better than cure. If the loss of health can be prevented it is better and such person has better reasons to be grateful to nature. Preventing disease and building health are the primary ends, cure comes next. Those who are wealthy know the need for survival because the building of their financial empire is less important than the building of his health to enjoy this wealth. Only with good health can they enjoy and have fun…
Read MoreHow do you know when to apply heat or cold to relieve pain?
By Dr. Sanjay Gupta Choosing between hot and cold therapy for common aches and injuries can be tricky. In general, cold helps minimize inflammation, and heat helps relax muscles, joints, and blood vessels. Cold is usually best for a fresh injury, like a bruise or a sprain. Applying ice or a cold pack immediately reduces swelling by causing blood vessels to constrict. Cold should only be used for the first 48 hours or so after an injury. For chronic or recurring pain, you want more blood in the area because it contains…
Read MoreSlow cooker for Indian cooking – an Introduction
By Ruchi Slow cookers are a blessing in disguise – a lifesaver for busy families. Whether you are a working mom or a stay-at- home mom, slow cookers can be your best friend. For me, my slow cooker (crockpot) is my best buddy and it cooks delicious and mouth watering meals for me. Cooking in slow cooker is like 3 easy steps – Slow cooker for Indian cooking – an Introduction Wash and assemble all the ingredients. Add everything to the cooking pot. Turn it on and when the cooking time is up – you have…
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Care during Summer Heat
The summer heat is expected to go beyond 40 degree Please avoid late night dinners for yourself and your family It puts a heavy strain on the heart, liver,brain and kidneys Please strictly avoid the following foods in lunch and mainly dinner for this few months of summer, it’s better to sleep a bit hungry than to risk any sudden health disorder Tur dal, maida foods, white chana, chole chana, cooked cabbage, cauliflower, fermented foods like idli or dosage etc, oily cooked foods, frozen cheese, cold drinks, frozen salads,…
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