Health Tips

  • To reduce skin oiliness, apply a mixture of one tsp of honey with one tsp of lemon juice and egg white. Wash off after 20 minutes.
  • When working on the computer, make a conscious effort to blink more often. It produces a tear-film, which moistens and refreshes.
  • A healthy breakfast should include complex carbohydrates such as whole grain breads, oatmeal, or broken wheat porridge.
  • Frequent headache, fatigue and irritability may be symptoms of underlying stress. Relaxing measures like yoga may help.

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  • A calcium rich diet and exercise keep your bones strong and youthful which is a must to avoid a hump back in old age.
  • Overeating is the major cause of indigestion. Other causes are eating too fast, swallowing air while eating, smoking, or anxiety.
  • Avoid alcohol if you take aspirin regularly for a heart condition as it can cause stomach problems, including stomach bleeding.

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  • Food rich in antioxidant vitamins – E, C and beta carotene (a form of vitamin A) – has heart-protecting properties.
  • Apples are a rich source of antioxidant compounds that can protect against brain diseases like Alzheimer’s.
  • Vegetarians are at greater risk of iron deficiency than non-vegetarians. Having beans, spinach, and dried fruits can increase iron intake.

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  • Drinking plenty of water protects against urinary tract infections as each time you pass urine some bacteria are flushed out of your body.
  • Your thoughts reflect on your face. Meditation can make you glow by putting your inner self at peace.
  • Having some dark chocolate can help make your skin look smoother and keep it better hydrated.

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  • Walnuts are a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, the healthy fat that can reduce your risk of heart disease.
  • Rinse your mouth after having citrus fruits and lemon as citric acid in these fruits can erode tooth enamel.
  • Blackheads and whiteheads are caused by clogged pores. Applying a retinol containing cream can help clear them off.

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  • Henna and Curd are good hair conditioners. Apply a mix of henna & curd to your scalp and wash it off after 20 minutes.
  • Beans are a good choice if you are trying to lose weight because they keep blood sugar levels even and suppress hunger.
  • For lustrous hair, massage your scalp with warm coconut oil, wrap your hair with a hot towel for about fifteen minutes and then shampoo.

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  • Dry flaky lips appear thin and give you an aged look. Apply lip balm generously for full and young looking lips.
  • Selenium rich foods such as oatmeal, seafood, nuts and legumes protect against depression and mood disorders.
  • Age shows not only on face but also on the skin of your hands and feet. Moisturize them regularly to keep them wrinkle free.

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  • Having skimmed milk instead of whole milk can help you lose 3 kilos in a year and even reduce your cholesterol levels.
  • Too much conditioner can make your hair look limp and thin. Use hair styling products containing silicone to add volume to your hair.
  • People prone to asthma should use pain killers with care as some of them can trigger asthma attack.

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  • Smoking is a top cause of fine lines and premature wrinkles. Quitting smoking could be your key to youthful skin.
  • The best way to sleep is on your side with your knees bent. You may put a pillow under your head and even one between your knees.
  • Homemade scrub: Mix rice powder with curd or rose water and rub gently on face in circular motion.

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  • A healthy breakfast should include complex carbohydrates such as whole grain breads, oatmeal, or broken wheat porridge.
  • Bad breath test: Scrape your tongue and check if the whitish residue has a foul smell. Breathing into your hand can miss subtle bad breath.
  • Avoid saturated fats as they induce a state of low-grade inflammation in your body and decrease its ability to fight infections.

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  • Avoid reapplying perfume because you feel it has lost its scent. People around u can smell your perfume long after you have stopped smelling it.
  • Consuming yogurt or curd can enhance your immunity because it contains good bacteria that stimulate the immune cells.
  • Avoid using antibacterial soap on your face on a daily basis as most of them are too harsh for your skin.

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  • Feeling irritable and confused? Try drinking a glass of fresh fruit juice to give a quick boost to thinking and concentration.
  • If you have dark circles, apply an under eye gel containing a lightening ingredient like vitamin C and a collagen-builder like retinol.
  • You can have a protein rich but low fat diet by consuming fish, seafood, egg whites, pulses, beans, and soy products.

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  • It is not a must to use a toner on your skin. Cleansing and moisturizing are enough if you are short of time.
  • To get a good amount of vitamin C add guavas, papayas, oranges, and melon to your diet.
  • Make sure that your diet has adequate amount of protein if you are fighting hair fall.

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  • Crash diets can cause hair loss by depleting your body of essential vitamins and protein.
  • Vitamin C rich fruits like oranges and guava have an anti-aging effect and make your skin look smoother and younger.
  • Eating fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin c or carotenoids is linked with a reduced risk of many cancers.

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  • Head massage once a month with a mix of coconut, castor, olive and almond oil is great to nourish dry hair.
  • Get maximum health benefits from your tea by adding some lemon juice to it. The citrus juice increases antioxidant absorption.
  • Apply a paste of coconut milk and sandalwood powder on your face. It removes dead skin and makes your skin soft and glowing.

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  • Having some dark chocolate can help make your skin look smoother and keep it better hydrated.
  • Got chapped lips? Use a lip balm containing shea butter to help your lips heal faster.
  • Warm water gargle with a teaspoon of salt four times daily is the best home remedy for soothing a sore throat.

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  • Steam inhalation is the best home remedy for a stuffy nose. Even steam inhaled while sipping hot fluids or taking hot shower helps.
  • Cleanse your face before going to bed even if you have been indoors and applied no makeup to get rid of bacteria,dead cells and oil.
  • If you have normal to dry skin, you can use extra virgin olive oil as a moisturizer at night to make your skin super soft.

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  • Food labels that say cholesterol free are not necessarily healthy. Rather make sure that total saturated fat content is low.
  • Essential fatty acids (EFAs) are needed to keep skin hydrated and younger looking. A diet too low in fats can cause skin problems.
  • If you are more than 30 years old, strength training should be a part of your fitness regime to keep your muscles in shape and boost your metabolism.

source: DHT