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Negative Effects Of Anger On Health

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Negative Effects Of Anger On Health

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Anger is critical; not just because it causes the violence but because it slowly kills person who is angry. All of us do get angry at some point in the life but the fact is: it can seriously damage the health.

Every time you are angry, your body might activate certain biological responses which will affect the system seriously in the long run.

Imagine that you are upset with someone. You are angry. You shout or scream or try to expel it out. At that scrupulous moment, do you know what happens inside the body? Your muscles get tensed up. The digestive system bring to an end for the moment. Your brain chemistry gets changed. And a whole set of other changes in body occur till you are normal. These changes are poisonous.

The significance of these changes could be serious medical conditions in long run. Remember the fact that you heart can be victimized in the whole process.

Managing anger & reducing stress levels are important for the healthy life. Now, let us discuss about the negative effects of anger on health.

Negative effects of anger on healthHeadaches

When you are angry you may suffer the severe headache. Yes anger stresses you out & causes a headache too.

Sleeplessness

It is quite common to suffer insomnia if you undergo anger. Your body’s hormonal levels change & your thoughts race in the head without leasing you sleep.

Anxiety

Of course, anxiety is a by-product of anger. Cortisol levels can be blamed for this.

Digestive problems

The main reason behind the digestive problems is this: The body almost pauses certain activities for a few moments when you are undergoing a fit of anger.

Skin problems

A study revealed that some skin problems can be linked to a person’s anger. Anger stresses you out & that would compromise the immunity. This is reason sufficient for bad skin.

High BP

Your heart starts racing in order to pump the blood to all parts of the body. This tension causes high BP in the long run.

Depression

A recent study exposed that the people who lean to get angry every now & then might suffer depression in the long run.

Heart Attack

Do you know the fact that many people suffered heart attack when they were angry? Well, controlling your anger is safer for your heart.

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Dry Hair Kitchen Treatments

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Dry Hair Kitchen Treatments

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We all love to exhibit healthy & shiny tresses, right? While that is true, it is also quite true that not everyone is blessed with lustrous & beautiful locks. Some of us are born with hair that is dull, dry and frizzy by nature. For others, who were lucky to be born with the beautiful hair, sunlight, pollution, blow drying, artificial products & chemical treatments end up making the hair lifeless, shine-less & fragile.

If you have dry hair, you might have been trying to find out the best ways to treat dryness & restore its natural moisture. A good place to start is to look around in the kitchen where you can find some cost-effective as well as safe remedies. These might not only soothe the dry hair issues, but also bring back life into the locks.

Here are the few dry hair kitchen treatments you can try at home for soft, healthy & manageable hair:

Dry hair kitchen treatmentsHomemade Hot Oil Treatment:

Hot oil dry hair kitchen treatment is known to be an excellent hair care remedy. If you want to make the most of it for your dry and fragile hair, opt for a homemade oil mixture.

  • Pour 2 tbsp each of almond oil, olive oil, jojoba oil & pure coconut oil into a medium-sized pot & warm it.
  • Do not overheat as it will end up damaging your scalp. Make sure it is lukewarm, not hot.
  • Massage hair with this oil mixture & wrap it up in a towel.
  • Unwrap after 30 minutes & rinse with a mild shampoo.
  • Using this treatment once every 7 days might  give you softer, shinier and healthier tresses.

Egg White & Water Mix:

Egg white is another wonderful remedy for dry hair. It can persuade sufficient moisture to the hair strands & make them easy-to-manage.

  • Separate the white section of an egg from its yellow part & place the white part in the small mixing bowl.
  • Add 3 tbsp of water & blend well.
  • Apply all over the hair & wait for 30 minutes before rinsing.
  • You will be surprised at the immediate shine in the hair.

Egg & Yogurt Hair Mask:

Egg mixed with full-fat yogurt is another great hair mask that works amazing for the hair.

  • Beat two raw eggs in a medium-sized bowl
  • Add two tablespoons yogurt.
  • You will end up with a creamy smooth paste.
  • Apply this throughout the hair.
  • Leave on for at least 20 minutes
  • Rinse with cold water.

The protein content of both egg and yogurt might strengthen the hair strands from the roots and add extra shine, without removing its natural moisture.

Honey and Vegetable Oil Hair Mask:

This mask is great for providing nourishment to dry hair.

  • Mix two tablespoons honey with two tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Mix to make a sticky paste.
  • Use it on the hair as a mask & wrap with a plastic shower cap.
  • After 15 minutes, remove the cap & shampoo
  • The moisturizing property of honey might give you soft & super smooth tresses.

Rice Milk & Honey Hair Wash:

  • Take a cup of rice milk and add two teaspoons honey.
  • Blend them together with the help of a spoon.
  • Spread the mixture over your hair and allow it to sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Rinse off.
  • This is an excellent way to get lustrous hair in minutes. You might also love the smell of the hair once it is dry.

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Foods That Cause Gas

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Foods That Cause Gas

Production of gas in body is a usual part of the body processes. Although, when it is extreme it becomes very awkward and creates a lot of uneasiness.

Gases and bloating can also cause the tummy to swells and pain. You cannot attend the social gatherings as there will be recurrent visits to the loo.

Have a look at the list of foods that cause gas.

Processed Foods

They contain high amounts of sugars such as lactose and fructose which cause gas. Apart from it, processed foods also contain many unhealthy ingredients that cause digestion problems and gas.

Brussels Sprouts And Cabbage

These vegetables cause gas as they are rich in the sugar and fibres that are hard to assimilate and eventually cause gas in abdomen. Peas also fall in same category.

Chewing Gum

Chewing gum makes you to swallow the lot of air that gets gathered in the abdomen. Also chewing gums contain the lot of sugar that can hinder digestion and cause gases.

Oats

No doubt oats are healthy and lessens cholesterol but at the same time it can also cause gas problems. The high amount of soluble fibre present in the oats contribute to gas in the intestines.

Potatoes, Corn And Whole Grains

They are rich in the starch content so many people find it hard to digest which causes accrual of gas. If you are already suffering from the indigestion and gas then only have the limited amount of potatoes. Apart from potatoes corn and wholegrain foods can also cause the gas.

Candies

They are rich in the sugar which cause gases in intestine and as sucking a candy, you might swallow a lot of air inside. This would cause gas problems.

Kidney Beans

Many of the people face issues in digesting them well. So eventually indigestion of this food causes gas. To prevent this soak beans in water overnight and in morning throw the water away and cook them. This will reduce gas production in the abdomen.

Carbonated Drinks

Soft drinks and soda cause gas in the abdomen as they contain carbon dioxide gas which causes much uneasiness after drinking. This is the fact you burp after having them. They are also rich in sugars that can also contribute to gases.

Apples And Peaches

They can also create gas in intestines as they contain sorbitol, a kind of sugar and soluble fibres that are not easily digested. Therefore have them in the limited quantity if you are having gas problem.

Beans

They top the list of gas forming foods as they contain the soluble fibres and a kind of a sugar called raffinose, which is most responsible for production of gas in abdomen.

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Raw Banana Puttu Recipe For Breakfast

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Raw Banana Puttu Recipe For Breakfast

If you want to have a healthy and filling breakfast, you should choose for Kerala puttu. This is one of the best breakfast recipes which is very famous in all parts of the Kerala. The simple and healthy raw banana puttu recipe for breakfast is easy to make and less time consuming too. The raw banana puttu recipe is a must try recipe this morning.

In the raw banana putt recipe, you would enjoy the taste of sweet and spicy taste of the fruit and legumes. The raw banana puttu recipe is also loved by the children since it contains one of the tastiest fruits, banana. If you want to make this yummy dish, have a look at the recipe.

Take a look at how you make the raw banana puttu recipe

Ingredients to prepare Raw Banana Puttu Recipe

  • Raw banana – 1 nos (grated)
  • Brown Rice powder – 1 cup
  • Coconut – 2 cups (grated)
  • Salt to taste
  • Sugar

Method to prepare Raw Banana Puttu Recipe

  • Mix puttu powder with a little water.
  • Add salt to the mixture.
  • Put in the raw banana to the ingredients and mix them together.
  • In a puttu vessel, set the mixture quietly. The mixture has to be put by 1/4 amount.
  • Add 3 tablespoons of grated coconut and place it on the puttu.
  • Sprinkle the sugar on the puttu gently.
  • Reapply the puttu flour on the first set, the coconut and sugar granules.
  • Close the lid of the puttu vessel.
  •  Allow it to cook in the steam for 20 minutes.

Your raw banana puttu is ready to eat. You can eat this yummy and healthy breakfast hot or cold. Although, it tastes best when it is hot.

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What Damages Your Skin Daily?

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What Damages Your Skin Daily?

There are sure simple factors that damage the skin. If you can take care of them, you will be able to protect the skin in a better way.

Your skin tends to age faster when it is left to the compassion of damaging agents. Neglected skin may age faster. Wrinkles, lines and spots spoil the appearance of the skin.

Factors That Affect the Skin

Sunlight

Too much of exposure to the sun’s harsh rays might even cause the skin-cancer. Apart from that, severe skin damage might occur if the skin is not protected form the sun light. Sunlight is one of the factors that affect skin in long run.

Environmental Factors

Today, we live in the polluted world. Both the air and the water are polluted at variety of levels. If you consciously do not protect the skin against such factors like the smoke around you, beating your age would become tougher in the long run.

Food Habits

Instead of eating junk foods, if you can manage to eat natural and nutritious foods, you can reduce the damage done to the skin. If your skin has to recover well from other damaging elements, it requires nutrients. Supply sufficient of the necessary nutrients to nourish the skin.

Bad Habits

Does smoking affect the skin? Of course, it does in every possible way and the same applies to alcohol. Such habits will damage the skin faster than any other element. Also, when you lack sufficient sleep and when you bombard the system with toxins or unhealthy substances, the result would be wrinkled skin at the young age.

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Home Remedies To Prevent Discoloured Hair

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Home Remedies To Prevent Discoloured Hair

Hair greying and hair discolouration are common issues that you will face as a part of aging process. As greying of hair is an accepted look for an elderly, hair discoloration is not that attractive.

It is common that grey hair will undergo the discolouration to yellow or brown in due course. This also happens in people who discontinue using hair dye after the long and reliable use.

There are many home remedies to prevent discoloured hair. Here, we shall discuss some of most effectual home remedies to prevent discoloured hair.

Peroxide Treatment:

Mix equal parts of any mild conditioner with 30-volume peroxide. Apply this to the hair and massage well to make it spread evenly. Rinse it off after 20 minutes. This will help prevent hair discolouration.

Curry Leaves:

Curry leaves can help you to the great extent in treating discolouration of hair. Put curry leaves in a bowl of coconut oil and heat this. Cool and keep it aside for 1 week. Use this oil daily to massage your scalp and hair.

Hibiscus Petals:

Hibiscus is well known for its use in the hair care. Heat some of the coconut oil with added hibiscus petals. Use this oil to help to prevent premature discolouration of hair. With regular use, this will also help in overturning the depigmentation of hair.

Hair Mask:

Mix 3 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, 3 tabl spoon baking soda, 1 tablespoon honey and ½ tablespoon water. Apply the paste to the hair and leave it for 5 minutes. Apply and use a conditioner.

Amla:

Amla or Indian gooseberry is one of the most extensively used home remedies to prevent discoloured hair. Dry Amla methodically and then powder it. Mix this with warm oil and apply to hair. Applying Amla juice directly will also help.

Henna:

No doubt! One of the easiest and effectual home remedies to prevent discoloured hair is using henna. Apply henna to the hair at least once a week. It is recommended to add some tea to the henna mix as this will act as one of the effectual agents to make the hair black.

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Foods That Cause Hair Loss

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Foods That Cause Hair Loss

Now a days hair loss has become a common issue. Normally we lose 100 hair strands per day. That is normal  and  are replaced immediately by new hair. Although when the hair fall gets unmanageable it becomes a problem.

Hair is the main asset of one’s personality . Loss of hair will ruin your overall look. It will also decrease your self-esteem and you will start avoiding social gatherings.

Have a look at some foods that cause hair loss.

Fried Foods

Excessive intake of fatty and fried foods should be avoided as they may cause hair loss. They contain saturated fatty acids and Trans fats that may cause hormonal imbalance and thus hair loss.

Caffeine

Excessive intake of coffee can cause hair loss as it may keep you alert resulting in less sleep. Sleeplessness is an important trigger of hair loss.

Sugar-Free Foods

Zero calorie sugars or foods made from ‘sugar free’ contain a chemical substance called aspartame (artificial sweetener) which causes thinning of hair and hair loss.

Packaged Foods

They are laden with preservatives, artificial colours and flavours that can cause many health issues including hair loss. A colour namely cochineal extract or carmine dye extracted from dried bugs causes severe hair loss.

Refined Foods

Foods such as cakes, white breads, cookies etc made from refined flour cause hair loss. These foods cause sharp increase in blood sugar levels which can trigger stress and cause hair loss. Moreover, these foods lack nutrients that can make your hair weak leading to hair loss.

Eating Unhygienic Food

They may contain harmful bacteria which causes typhoid and other food-borne diseases. These diseases can cause hair fall. Avoid having unhygienic street foods to protect yourself from the diseases and hair loss.

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Foods Having More Vitamin C Than Oranges

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Foods Having More Vitamin C Than Oranges

Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant. It prevents us from cancer and removes all toxins accumulated in the body. It is a healing vitamin and must be taken when you are suffering from any diseases. Vitamin C prevents bleeding of gums and treats sore mouth or mouth ulcers.

It boosts our immunity and also helps in the production of certain hormones in the body such as dopamine and peptide hormones .It also helps in the production of collagen which repairs skin cells.

Have a look at some foods having more vitamin C than oranges.

Strawberries

They are an excellent source of vitamin C and therefore boost immunity. Vitamin C acts as a powerful antioxidant. It removes toxins from the body and prevents the risk of cancer. Strawberries also help to burn fat easily as they contain anthocyanins.

Pineapples

They contain more vitamin C than oranges and are also rich in fibre. They also contain thiamine (type of B vitamin) which aid in energy production. It is also rich in manganese which is good for maintaining healthy bones.

Kale

Besides being a good source of vitamin C, kale normalises high blood sugar and high blood pressure. It also decreases the risk of asthma and cancer. Eat kale for a stronger bones as it also contains calcium.

Mangoes

Mangoes contain more vitamin C than present in oranges. They also contain fiber and vitamin A. Besides providing you with vitamin C, they also boost you with energy.

Chillies

Chillies and bell peppers are rich in vitamin C. Include chillies and bell peppers in your diet as they are rich sources of vitamin C. Chillies also contain a substance known as capsaicin, which relieves joint pain.

Foods having more vitamin C than oranges
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Causes Of Diarrhea during early Pregnancy

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Causes Of Diarrhea during early Pregnancy

When reliability of the stools is watery, and the occurrence of bowel movements is high then it can be considered as the diarrhea.

When you experience the loose motions during early stages of pregnancy, you might panic more. Health experts say that the loose motion in early stages of pregnancy is common may be due to hormonal actions.

Al though the symptoms of diarrhea may disappear in short span of time, it could be tough to undertake the dehydration & vomiting.

Now, let us discuss about some of the causes of diarrhea during early pregnancy.

Changes In Diet

The moment you understand that you are a pregnant, you might usually make certain changes to the diet. This might also be one of the cause of diarrhea particularly when your system is not ready for the change.

Hormonal Changes

Hormonal changes are at their peak during the time of pregnancy and this may be one of the caues of diarrhea during early pregnancy.Once the body gets used to the changes, things may again be usual.

Food Allergies

Food allergies might also cause of diarrhea during early pregnancy. particularly, during the first pregnancy, food allergies are quite common.

Food Poisoning

Consuming infected food substances during early pregnancy can alse cause diarrhea. It is very important to meet doctor immediatey in such cases.

Water Intake

Sometimes, improved water intake can also be the reason for symptoms of diarrhea.

Iron Content

The iron content in the prenatal vitamins might sometimes reason for diarrhea in some women whereas some women report the constipation. Consulting a doctor is essential in such situations.

Some Workouts

Some women who connect in pregnancy workouts might also experience the diarrhea during the initial stage, might be due to intestinal action or inspiration due to the improved  physical activity.

Viral Infections

Pregnancy can make the body susceptible to certain types of the viral infections. When you are infected, diarrhea is common.

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8 Face Packs To Make Skin Fair

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8 Face Packs To Make Skin Fair

The box plays a number of advertisements on getting better a dark facial appearance and Indians in return purchase the works to make their look a little brighter. To enhance your colour there are certain face packs which you can apply once in a week. 8 Face Packs To Make Skin Fair

On the other hand, if you are skin tone try using these face packs to make skin fair in no time. These 8 dark facial appearance face packs can be used on the sensitive skin because it has no side effects. But, if you are prone to any skin allergy, it is better to perform a small patch test before you use any of these face packs to make skin fair.

8 Face Packs To Make Skin Fair

Lemon Face Pack

Squeeze the juice from one lemon into a bowl. Add 1 tspn of curd to the juice. Mix the ingredients well and apply it evenly on the face. Allow it to dry. Wash with warm water. Use this lemon face pack once in a week to make the skin fair.

Honey Face Pack

Honey is the second best ingredient to make skin fair. Honey by itself is massaged on the skin and left as a face pack. When the honey is dry, wipe your face with a wet ball of cotton. Wash well with warm water.

Turmeric Face Pack

Turmeric is the other best ingredient to use on the skin to improve facial appearance. One tablespoon of turmeric powder is mixed with 2 tablespoon of milk. The mixture is made into a thick paste and then applied on the face. Wash with water when its dry. Use this dark complexion face pack twice in a month to see results.

Tomato Face Pack

Grind 1 tomato into puree. Apply the puree to clean moist face. Apply the first coat of puree and wait for it to dry. Apply the second coat of puree and when dry, peel the tomato face pack from your skin. This natural pack will also help to remove facial hair.

Orange Peel Face Pack

Grind an orange peel to powder. Two tablespoon of orange peel powder is added to water to make a thick paste. The paste is then applied on your face as a pack. When dry, wipe your face with a wet cotton ball. Rinse your face with luke warm milk to give a natural glow.

Yogurt Face Pack

 Yogurt contains bleaching properties too to improve skin complexion. Three tablespoons of yogurt is added to a bowl. Add one tablespoon of oats to the yogurt and mix well. This face pack is then applied to the skin. When dry, peel the pack from your face in a downward manner to remove dead skin.

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The above are the 8 Face Packs To Make Skin Fair.

Is Corn Flakes Good For Diabetics?

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Is Corn Flakes Good For Diabetics?

Diabetes is the lifestyle and hereditary disease in which the blood sugar level improves the uncontrollably. So, if you are diabetic, you would want to start off your day with a bowl of corn flakes thinking it as a good diet plan for diabetes. But, diabetics can eat corn flakes? Well, it would not be unfortunate to say that corn flakes are not a healthy option for diabetic patients as it aggravates the risk of not only diabetes but many other lifestyle diseases also.

We all know that a healthy breakfast should contain food that are low in calories, sugar and fat, but should have high nutritional values and fibre content. Choosing your diet is one of the vital factors in keeping the blood sugar level at a normal range, mainly if you are diabetic. So, how about a bowl of corn flakes and milk?

Corn flakes can be a choice only if they are taken in moderation. Before reaching on a conclusion on are corn flakes good for diabetes, let us have a look at the effect of corn flakes in diabetic patients.

High Glycemic Index (GI)

It is a way to measure how carbohydrate-rich foods can elevate the blood sugar levels pretty quickly. As corn flakes have a GI value of 83, it creates a sudden enlarge in the blood glucose level So, how is corn flakes good for Diabetics? Just think about it!

Low Protein Content

Corn flakes have a very low protein content in it. So even after having a cup of corn flakes you might not feel fuller. Therefore, after some time this will leave your stomach grumble for snacks or meals because of a mid-energy collapse.

Low Fibre Content

Fibre is a very important element in controlling the blood sugar levels and can even control the risk of heart disorders. Lack of enough fibre content in corn flakes is because of the modification process of corn that it undergoes during the processing stage.

Weight Gain

Even though corn flakes are low in fat content they cause fat build-up and contains high fructose corn syrup (an artificial sweet-flavouring substance). In addition to this chemical sweetener, people often add sugar or honey to enhance the taste of corn flakes. Undoubtedly, this will definitely put you at a higher risk of weight gain within a short span of time.

High Sodium Levels

Corn flakes are the secret sources of sodium. Studies disclose that a cup of corn flakes contains more sodium than a pack of potato chips. This improves  the risk of high blood pressure making the person flat to heart diseases.

Is Corn Flakes Good For Diabetics?

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Things That shorten Your Lifespan

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Let us accept this fact. There are some things that improve your lifespan. And on the other side, there are things that shorten your lifespan. Things That shorten Your Lifespan

 It is difficult to understand that some simple aspects of your lifestyle may manipulate your lifespan. Although it is disturbing, it is better to know about them so that you can do something about them.

Let us talk about some everyday things that can shorten your life.

Things That shorten Your Lifespan

Sedentary Life

This is one of the things that shorten your life. Physical activity is very important to lead a healthy life.

Lonely Life

Lonely life is depressing. Added to that, if you have drinking and smoking habits, it could get worse. Lonely life and depression are among the things that shorten your life

Junk Food

You already know the fact that the junk you eat is one of the everyday things that shorten your life. But it takes time to come out of that addiction.

Lack Of sufficient Sleep

Sleep deficiency might eat away your lifespan. Get enough sleep every night.

Too Much Of TV

Experts suggest that watching too much of TV can also reduce lifespan. They say that certain ailments like diabetes and heart problems can be linked to this bad habit.

Stress

Stress kills; seriously! This is one of the things that will shorten your life gradually.

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Things That shorten Your Lifespan

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Milk Rice Recipe To Increase Breast Milk

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Milk Rice Recipe To Increase Breast Milk

Post pregnancy the body feels tired and weary. It is very important for women to eat healthy food and most of all it is necessary to choose for foods which will enhance breast milk. Today, there are a lot of women who face the problem of less breast milk after pregnancy. Although doctors suggest medical remedies, it is much safer to go in for natural cures.

Although, you can improve the bland taste with a few spices like pepper and cinnamon. Adding a teaspoon of sugar too will be helpful. Take a look at this yummy milk rice recipe to increase breast milk for women post pregnancy.

Ingredients to prepare milk rice recipe to increase breast milk

  • Rice – 500 gms
  • Milk – 2 cups
  • Water – 2 cups
  • Salt To Taste
  • Pepper Corns – 4-5
  • Sugar – ½ tsp

Procedure to prepare milk rice recipe to increase breast milk

  • Rinse the rice well. Add a little warm water to the rice and store it aside.
  • In a round pot, add water and salt and allow it to boil over a low flame.
  • Now add the rice and cover the pot with a lid.
  • Cook the rice for 10 minutes until it feels soft and fat. Also make sure the water is completely absorbed.
  • Pour the milk in slowly and use a spoon to stir it into the rice. (lower the flame to the minimum so that the texture comes out right)
  • Let the rice and milk for ten minutes.
  • Add in the pepper corns and sugar. Mix well.
  • Remove the pot from the heat.

Milk rice recipe to increase breast milkLet it cool for about five minutes before serving. Nutrition Tip Milk rice is the best to consume post delivery. It increases breast milk and also helps you to lose weight post pregnancy. Tip You can also cook the rice in a rice cooker. When it’s finished cooking, transfer it to a pot before adding the milk.
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First Aid Tips After A Dog Bite

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First Aid Tips After A Dog Bite

Having a pet means you have someone who can give unconditional love on you. And if your pet is a dog, you donot require to search a best friend outside the home. But keeping a pet means you have to take every care of it.

In case of any significant problem you have to consult the physician. But here is first aid after a dog bite that can give you quick relief-

Clean The Wound

Clean the wound under clean water. Use soap to clean area properly. Do not rub. Press an area hard to stop the bleeding. This can be one of the efficient first aid tips after a dog bite.

Squeeze The Area

 If your wound bleeds, it is better as thus the wound will not be affected by the bacteria. If it is not bleeding, squeeze a little and let the poisoned blood out. Do not go harsh on it.

Bandage

The Area If you keep wound open, it can be affected by the bacterial attack. Moreover dust and dirt can make it worse. So try to enclose an area. Putting a bandage can give you rapid relief.

Pain Killer

It is obvious that you have to go through certain pain. So, painkiller can be first aid after dog bite. Paracetamol is type of painkillers that can soothe you. But it is always better to take after consulting doctor.

Use Ethanol

First aid tips after a dog biteDo you know how does it help you? To stop any additional infection, you can apply ethanol or any other antiseptic ointment on the wound. It can prevent the bacterial attack and also can lessen your pain.

Get Tetanus

Very important first aid after dog bite. Never ignore your injury and don’t delay in taking tetanus. If you have not taken for five years, you need to take the injection within 72 hours.

First aids can help you to get primary help. But remember, if your wound is a major one; don’t be late to consult doctor.

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Health Benefits of Amla or Indian Gooseberry

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Health Benefits of Amla or Indian Gooseberry

The health benefits of amla, also known as Indian Gooseberry, can be partly attributed to its high vitamin-C content. Amla improves food absorption, balances stomach acid, strengthen the liver, nourishes the brain and mental functioning, supports the heart, makes stronger the lungs, regulates removal of free radicals, improves fertility, helps the urinary system, increases the skin health, promotes the healthier hair, acts as a body coolant, flushes out toxins or unhealthy substances, increases vitality, strengthens the eyes, advances muscle tone and, acts as an antioxidant.

It provides the remedies for many diseases, so it is extensively used in the Ayurvedic treatment. Gooseberry is very rich in the Vitamin C, and contains many minerals and vitamins like Calcium, Phosphorus, Iron, Carotene and Vitamin B Complex. Amla is also a powerful antioxidant agent. Below explained are few of the Health Benefits of Amla or Indian Gooseberry.

Hair care:

Amla is used in many hair tonics because it enriches hair growth and hair pigmentation. It strengthens the roots of hair, maintains color, and improves luster. Eating fresh gooseberry or applying its paste on hair roots improves hair growth and color. Amla oil is very popular in India because it has been shown to reduce the chances of hair loss and baldness. This quality is due to the carotene content of Amla, as well as its iron content and general antioxidant capacity, which reduces hair loss by not allowing free radicals to damage hair follicles or impact the hormones that can cause premature hair loss.

Eye Care:

Drinking Indian Gooseberry juice with honey is good for enhancing eyesight, and studies have shown it to improve nearsightedness and cataracts, as reducing the intra-ocular tension. This is mainly due to its imposing content of carotene, which have long been known for their powerful effect on the vision-related conditions, including those that stem from free radical activity. Vitamin A and carotenes reduce the macular degeneration, night blindness, and strengthen the vision before the age-related degeneration from free radicals can occur!

Calcium Absorption:

One of the less discussed benefits of Amla is how it helps the body absorb calcium in a positive way. Calcium is an essential component of our bones, teeth, and nails, and also ensures that we have beautiful lustrous hair. So, eating a vitamin C-rich fruit like Indian gooseberries is a great way to keep your body looking and feeling great!

Menstrual Cramps:

Some of the minerals and vitamins in Alma combine to make it very useful in treatment of menstrual cramps. Since it takes a while for the essential elements to accrue in the body, it is better to consume Amla on a daily basis so it is always in the system and menstrual cramps can be prevented every month for women.

Diabetes:

Indian Gooseberry contains chromium, which has the therapeutic value for diabetic patients. Amla  encourages the remote group of cells that secrete the hormone insulin, thereby reducing the blood sugar in diabetic patients and keeping their body balanced and healthy. When blood sugar is reduced, it means that the glucose is also being used by the cells as functional energy, so the metabolism is stronger and you have more energy, without the thrusts and spikes in the blood sugar that are so dangerous for diabetic patients. Chromium also enhances the effect of betablockers, which are used for heart health, by reducing the LDL cholesterol content of the body.

Digestion:

Amla is very high in fiber, like most fruits. Fiber adds bulk to the stool and helps food move through the bowels and keeps the bowel movements daily. This reduces the chances of constipation, and fiber can also bulk up loose stools and get rid of diarrhea. Fiber also stimulates the secretion of gastric and digestive juices, so food is digested well, nutrients are absorbed in an best possible way, and you feel lighter and healthier.

Reducing constipation can also help to protect your from various gastrointestinal disorders, even colorectal cancer

Heart Disease:

 As mentioned above, Indian gooseberry strengthens the heart muscles, so the heart pumps the blood smoothly throughout the body. By reducing surplus cholesterol buildup, the chromium can decrease the chances of atherosclerosis, or sign buildup in the vessels and arteries. This can reduce the chances of strokes and heart attacks. The iron content promotes the creation of new red blood cells, increasing circulation and the oxygenation of organs and cells to maximize growth and regeneration of tissue, while keeping the blood vessels and arteries clean.

Improving Appetite:

Eating Indian Gooseberry powder with butter and honey before a meal enhances appetite. It also helps to balance the nitrogen levels, thereby growing the weight in a healthy way.

Anti-Aging:

Health Benefits of Amla or Indian GooseberryIndian Gooseberry  or Amla prevents health-related hyperlipidaemia by reducing the amount of free radicals in the body through its antioxidant qualities. Free radicals are associated with signs of aging like wrinkles and age spots.

The fresh fruit of gooseberries contains more than 80 percent water, protein, minerals, carbohydrates and fiber. It is also used as a remedy for fever, liver disorder, indigestion, anemia, urinary problems, respiratory problems, cerebral, gastric and cardiovascular illness. Gooseberry lowers cholesterol levels, increases red blood cell production, and strengthens teeth and nails.

In other words, consume Indian Gooseberry or Amla as a fresh fruit, juice, or dried form to see a big improvement in your health

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Health Risks Of Contact Lenses

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Contact lenses are cool….but wait; have you heard about the health risks of contact lenses? Well, those who prefer the contact lenses must also take the essential care in order to avoid the certain health risks.

Today, many of the people are attracting towards the usage of contact lenses particularly when it comes to vision correction. Of course, contact lenses do offer lots of convenience and they are flexible too. There are few people who wish to try them only for the fashion purposes.

Now, let us discuss about some adverse or unfavorable effects of contact lenses.

Duration

Some experts say that wearing the lenses for too long might harm your cornea in the eyes. This is one of the bad effects of contact lenses.

Infection

When you use your fingers to place the contact lenses in your eyes, if you do not wash your hands, there are high chances of infections because the bacteria from a dirty hand can get into an eye.

Smokers

Research says that smokers wearing contact lenses might improve their risk of suffering from the corneal ulcers.

Dust Particles

Health risks of contact lensesWhen dust particles or pollen in the air get stuck to the contact lenses, your eyes might suffer inconvenience and this might also lead to tears.

Dry Eyes

In some of the people, the lenses might cause dry eyes. Of course, the lenses cover the eyes and they block oxygen. This might cause dry eyes.

Pools

It is desirable to remove the contacts when you jump in a pool in order to avoid contamination.

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Skin Benefits With Wild Plants

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Skin is the only thing that can make or break your confidence. So why not try the best natural remedies for skin care regime. Expensive stuff that we see on television is not the solution always as they might have may side effects.

Here you will see five such wild plants and flowers that help in making the skin better and prevent them from any other harm that might come. Have a look on Skin Benefits With Wild Plants.

Ground Ivy

Ground ivy benefits go back to those ancient days where they were medicinally used. They are best for inflammations on the skin, gentle manure, best toners and natural astringents for skin that prevent even general acne inflammations also.

Wild Violet

These wild violets are anti inflammatory plants that help the skin to heal easily. They soothe the skin when pimples, acne and rashes occur.

Plantain

Skin Benefits With Wild PlantsThese plantain’s have multiple skin benefits be it insect smart, rashes or inflammatory pimples and acne rashes. One can just chew the plant and apply them on the affected area.

Chamomile

Chamomile plants have a lot of skin and health benefits. They are antipeptic, antiseptic, anti inflammatory and anti allergic. It can redeem the skin from anything like fungal infections, acnes, inflammations or allergic reactions.

Yarrow

It is known through the epic in Homer’s Illiad that the greatest invincible hero Achilles used this plant to stop bleeding from his wounds. This plant yarrow has great antiseptic and anti inflammatory characteristics for skin. They can treat infections on the skin.

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Ways To Control Dandruff & Hair Fall With Fenugreek Seeds

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Fenugreek, also called as methi has many benefits for both health and beauty. Fenugreek can be used in the form of leaves and seeds. Fenugreek leaves are also consumed as a herb and its seeds are used as a spice.

Have a look at some fenugreek hair masks that can be made at home. Below enumerated are the Ways To Control Dandruff & Hair Fall With Fenugreek Seeds

Fenugreek Water

Soak fenugreek seeds in water and keep it for a whole night. Rinse your hair with this water. You may have a hair wash with shampoo after four hours. This will increase your hair strength and volume.. Repeat this twice weekly.

Fenugreek Paste

Soak fenugreek seeds in water for six hours. Grind them to make a paste. Apply this paste on your hair and scalp and keep it for 20 minutes. Wash off with a mild shampoo.

Fenugreek And Egg Mask

Make a paste of fenugreek seedsand mix it with one egg. Apply this mixture on your hair and scalp and keep it for 20 minutes. Wash off with cold water. Egg and fenugreek are both rich in proteins and together they can make your hair nourished, healthy and lustrous.

Apple Cider Vinegar And Fenugreek

To remove dandruff from your hair, try this fenugreek pack. Mix half cup of fenugreek paste with two tablespoon ACV. Apply this paste on your scalp and keep it for 15 to 20 minutes. Wash off with cold water.

Curd And Fenugreek

To make your hair conditioned and smooth, mix 1/4th cup of curd with half cup of fenugreek paste. Apply this paste on your scalp and hair and keep it for 20 minutes. Later wash off.

Hot Oil And Fenugreek

Crush some methi seeds and mix with it three tablespoons of hot mustard or olive oil. Massage gently on your scalp for 10 minutes. Leave it for more 10 minutes on your scalp and then wash with lukewarm water.

Coconut Milk And Fenugreek Mask

 Ways To Control Dandruff & Hair Fall With Fenugreek SeedsMix 1/4th of coconut milk with half cup of fenugreek paste. Apply on your scalp and hair. Massage your scalp gently for 5 minutes and leave it for another 10 minutes on your scalp. Wash off with cold water. This pack will make your hair voluminous, bouncy and healthy.

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