Perfect Straight Hair

When we talk about straight hair, it reminds me of my old college days. When hair straightening used to be a luxury and not everyone could afford to have it done in beauty parlours. Once we hostel mates were watching TV and came across an advertisement of a straightener on one of the English channels, where they explained its functioning. There strike an idea in my mind. i took an iron and a thin towel, set it on low heat silk option and started ironing on my hair, and the results were noticeable. My roommate was amazed as she had frizzy hair, and could not wait to be experimented on her hair too. Then from one room to other it became a routine in our hostel where every morning you could see girls borrowing each other’s iron. Then with time lot of experiments were done, i started washing my hair with beer first to condition it and apply a bit serum then iron it. After ironing, apply little bit of hair gel for long lasting results.

Well this is my perfect idea of Straight hair which everyone can afford and have a noticeable look.

Follow home tips for healthy living

(1) Two teaspoons of ginger juice mixed with one spoon of honey and room temperature water can build immunity.

(2) If you feel low in monsoon, mix Ashwagandha with warm milk and sugar. Drink twice daily.

(3) Mosambi juice is great for digestion. The aroma of the fruit excites the saliva glands and the flavonoids stimulate secretion of bile, digestive juices and acids.

(4) Love rava dosa?? You should. Its rich in complex carbohydrate and high in potassium, phosphorus, magnesium and calcium.

(5) High in dietary fibre, black pepper not only aids digestion but also helps break down fat cells and shed weight.

(6) Want to lose belly fat? Eat foods rich in complex carbohydrates (sweet potatoes, oats). Since processed at a slower rate, they spike metabolism.

(7) Suffer from bad breath? Stir two teaspoons baking soda in a glass of water, squeeze some lime; add a pinch of powdered cloves; and gargle with this after all meals.

Follow this Tips : Some home remedy tips

(1) Green peas can help you fight fatigue, reduce cholesterol and prevent anaemia.

(2) The bacterial cultures in yoghurt stimulate fighter white cells, helping you ward off infections.

(3) Sweet potatoes are rich in Vit A and help in maintaining healthy eyes, skin and linings of respiratory and intestinal tracts.

(4) Corn is a rich source of antioxidants and fights cancer-causing free radicals in the body.

(5) If you have baked brinjal with honey before going to bed you will sleep like baby.

(6) Add dry ginger, tulsi, ajwain and lemon grass to boiling water before adding tea and have at least twice a day during monsoon. It will help fight against seasonal disease.

(7) Take some tulsi leaves (8-10) and soak them in water for 10 min before you chew on them. It will help you keep fever, cold and cough at bay.

Healthy tips to follow

(1) Eating chicken mean can prove healthy. It’s rich in Niacin (Vit B3). It helps fight age related cognitive decline.

(2) The potassium and magnesium content of raisin clears toxins from the body and helps reduce acidity.

(3) Suffering from hair loss??? Eat Cashew’s, Walnuts and Pecans. Packed with zinc they slow down thinning of hair.

(4) Eating little cheese after a meal helps prevent tooth decay and aids re-mineralisation of the enamel.

(5) To improve your eyesight mix two teaspoons of honey with carrot juice and drink it an hour before breakfast every day.

(6) If you are suffering from diarrhoea drink a glass of lemon juice every morning. It will help prevent dehydration.

Turmeric detoxifies the liver, prevents cancer and helps in weight management.

Some Nutirtion Tips

(1) Prawns contain zinc that maintains the scalp’s oil-secreting glands, which keeps hair shiny.

(2) Don’t binge on spinach. It contains naturally occurring oxalates, which can interfere with calcium absorption.

(3) Ginger contains Gingerol that relaxes blood vessels, stimulates blood flow and relieves pain.

(4) If you are suffering from diarrhoea consume mustard seeds. With powerful anti-microbial agents, they can kill E-coli bacteria.

(5) Coriander has healing properties – apply its juice to cracked skin.

(6) Mussels are an excellent source of Vitamin B12. If you are suffering from depression and fatigue, eat a few.

(7) Phlorizin, a flavonoid in apples, guards post-menopausal women from osteoporosis by improving bone density.

(8) Tea without milk and sugar, fights cavities, reduces plaque and prevents weight gain.

Healthy Home remedy Tips: Follow in your day today routine

(1) To reduce sun spots and acne scars, apply a face mask made of honey and lemon juice.

(2) Stick basil leaf over ulcers in the mouth to ease the pain.

(3) Radish leaves have antipruritic properties which soothe insect bites. Puree it and apply.

(4) To get rid of dandruff, apply a concoction of vinegar and beetroot juice on the scalp. Leave it for an hour and then wash it off.

(5) The high amount of potassium in bananas prevents the weakening of bones.

(6) Drink a glass of pomegranate juice in the mornings to reduce the cholesterol levels in the blood.

(7) If you suffer from indigestion and gastritis munch on half a teaspoon of fennel seeds after meals.

(8) A mix of honey and powdered cinnamon applied to pimples and washed off in 30min will help your skin stay free of acne.

Healthy Tips

(1) To reduce pigmentation, blend orange peel with curd and apply. Wash off after 15 min.

(2) To improve complexion, apply a paste of mashed ripe papaya. Wash off after 15 min.

(3) Cherries contain anthocyanin, which is good for the brain and improves memory.

(4) To get rid of acne spots, apply a paste of grounded betel leaves on the affected areas.

(5) Carrots are natural abrasives that help in eliminating tarter and plague from teeth and gums.

(6) Munching an apple stimulates flow of saliva, which lower levels of bacteria and prevents tooth decay.

(7) Going through menopause? Include flaxseeds in your list. Rich in phytoestrogens, they can be your natural hormone therapy.

(8) Plums are a good source of Vit C, which helps fight infections and incr4eases iron absorption.

Few more health tips : Home remedy

(1) Drink orange juice mixd with a teaspoon of honey and a pinch of nutmeg, if you suffer from anxiety - It will help relax the nerves.

(2) To get rid of dark circles, apply a paste of turmeric powder and pineapple juice around your eyesdaily. Wash it off after 15 min.

(3) Carrots are rich in carotenoids and thus are good for regulating blood sugar levels.

(4) Walnuts rich in omega-3 improves cardiovascular function and counter high blood pressure.

(5) Star fruit is rich in ascorbic acid, which helps maintain bones, teeth, mucus membranes and your skin.

(6) Boiled peanuts have 2 to 4 times more flavanoids which are anti-oxidants and cancer fighting ability than their raw counterparts.

(7) Cashew nuts are rich in heart friendly monounsaturated fatty acids which help lower LDL or bad cholesterol.

(8) Onions have anti-flammatory and anti-bacterial properties. When eaten, they help soothe an upset stomach. 

Some Home Remedy Tips

(1) Honey absorbs moisture frrom the air and has anti bactrial propereties. Smear it on cuts.

(2) If you have a sore throat, gargle with diute tamarind pulp for relief.

(3) To prevent greying, heat 20 curry leaves in a cup of coconut oil until the leaves turn black.
Apply to the scalp two to three times a week.

(4) Mushrooms are rich in potassium and help lower elevated blood pressure.

(5) Garlic contains a chemical compoud called allicin which cleanses the digestive system.

(6) Green gram contains folic acid that fights birth defects and acids cell growth.

(7) Eat black eyed beans to continue getting enough protein. They are also rich in Iron & Potassium.

(8) Chew copper rich sunflower seeds for strong bones and flexible joints.

Importance of Breakfast

A recent research study says that eating breakfast has an advantageous effect on late morning mood, satiety and cognitive performance. Eating immediately afyer waking up fuels you up instantly and prepares you for the day ahead. If you dont eat breakfast, the starvation mode makes you want to eat more and store more, resulting in weight gain. Your daily breakfat should include protiens, fibre and complex carbohydrates. Items such as a bowl of poha, upma or dalia are perfect mix of carbohydrates and proteins. Moong dal or besan, fat free milk, cheese, yoghurt, raw fresh fruits, whole grain breads, crackers and cereals, are some of the good breakfast items.

Some of the results of skipping breakfast: it can lead to slow start of the day, low mental performance, fatigue, weight gain, lack of energy and stamina, weakens your immune syetem.

Reasearch says : "Breakfast is the only way you can survive the day without feeling lethargic or tired".

Also the ideal time for breakfast should be within the first hour of waking up. Eating soon after you wake up can raise your energy level and encourage you to be more active throughout the day. Delaying it could cause a complete blood sugar crash resulting in overeating during the first meal of the day.