Health

Eat To Cheat On Age

2009-09-13T04:13:00.000-07:00

Investing in a healthy diet can help reduce the likelihood of suffering from ailments as well as many visible effects of aging. Growing old gracefully is an art - with a little help from right food.

A guide to top every day foods to keep you looking and feeling younger.

Carrot

Beta carotene which the body converts into vitamin A, is specially important for eye health. It also of great benefit to a skin, and the immune and digestive systems. Carrots are also loaded with fibre and water, which cleanse the liver and plump out the skin to stave off wrinkles.

Banana

Bananas are high in potassium which keeps high blood pressure in check and reduces risk of heart disease. Bananas high fiber content helps in constipation. Vitamin B6 in banana regulates blood glucose level enhancing your mood and can mean end to pills

Grapes

Grapes are full of power full anti-oxidant, grapes help to prevent bad cholesterol from oxidizing and blood from clotting, and so protect the heart and circulatory system. High in both water and fibre grapes are also good for detoxifying the liver.

Pineapple

Rich in vitamin C, pineapple supports the immune system and defends against free redicals, which can cause premature aging. Pineapple has anti-inflammatory benefits, helpful for joint problems.

Avocado

Loaded with vitamin C and E, avocado are excellent for keeping skin soft and healthy, and for maintaining glossy hair. High in omega 3 fatty acid the help prevent wrinkles enhance rain power and treat arthritic pain.

Beetroot

Containing the powerful antioxidant betacyanin, it purifys the blood and has anti-carcinogenic properties. It boots the body's natural defences in the liver, regenerating immune cells. Also contain silica, vital for healthy skin, hair, finger nails, ligaments, tendons and bones.

10 Healthy Effects of Holy Basils

2009-09-12T04:09:00.000-07:00

With swine flu becoming the talk of the town, basil leaves are suddenly a health must have. Everyone knows how they help in enhancing our immunity. It is one of the most miraculous herbs ever known because of the below mentioned point

It is rich antioxidants, potassium, vitamin A and C, basil leaves have anti inflammatory, antiseptic, anti-inflective and diuretic properties.
To get rid of fever, cough and cold boil 20 basil leaves in 200ml water. Drink warm in the morning.
The drinking of basil-leaf tea keeps the blood pressure even
For healthy, shiny and white teeth, mix the juice of basil leaves and lemon and apply to teeth after brushing. You can also apply this mixture to your face for flawless skin.
Drink a glass of basil leaves juice every morning to keep your heart in great shape

To avoid catching eye infection, soak a few basil leaves overnight in water. In the morning, strain the mixture and wash your eyes with this solution.
If you are down with chicken pox or malaria then drink juice of basil leaves mixed with a pinch of saffron powder it hastens recovery.
Crush a few basil leaves with a little rock salt and swallow with a little water. Drinking the tea made of dried basil leaves also gives quick relief by inducing sweating and urination.
A few basil leaves should be chewed in the case of mouth infection to cure that condition. Basil leaves are very effective in for ulcers which are mostly wounds in the stomach.
Keep some basil blossoms with you and smell them every now and again. In chronic cases, a drop of the essence of basil blossom put in the handkerchief and smelt at intervals cures the nose-bleeding almost totally. Drinking basil juice with honey is also recommended.

Balance you Junk/ Heavy food

2009-08-16T10:19:00.000-07:00

There is no food that can be classified as good or bad as long as it's had in moderation. We need to balance our diet if we are taking some thing heavy or junk for our taste buds.

Here I am giving some after diets after having your temptation once to control your health damage

After Chocolate cake

The constipation caused by taking a chocolate cake can be controled by taking a bowl of piping hot vegetable stew teamed with while grain bread

After Chinese food

Most Chinese meals are cooked with a generous sprinkling of ajinomoto, to avoid its hazards effects a person should go with water and green tea these two things are the best way to detox the body.

Excessive salt intake can be balance by consuming a glass of coconut water.

After Cheese pizza

After a cheesy pizza, your next meal should be a plain bowl of steamed vegetable to compensate for the fiber you can couple it with some brown rice or multi-grain bread

After Ice Cream

Most ice-creams have colour and preservatives that meddle with the digestive juice, making it difficult to process. Gulp down a glass of masala chaas with a hint of ginger or jaljeera. Your next meal should be a bowl of spinach soup with a slice of rye bread which will ensure smooth bowel movements.

Fruits such as papaya , peach musk melon and pear too help ward off severe acidity. So eat healthy, to stay healthy.

Eye Care- By Natural Ways

2009-07-23T10:11:00.000-07:00

Eyes are very important for the human body. Close your eyes and you will realize. They not only enable one to see the beauty of this wonderful world, but also express emotions and moods. Being aware of the importance of protecting your vision can help you to avoid problems with it in the future.

Following tips can help you to protect your precious eyes:

Eyes Precautions

Never wear your contact lenses while swimming. The pool water houses various micro-organisms as there are several people using it. This may lead to fungal infections in the eyes
Before buying an eye-care product such as eye drops, always check the expiry date and don't forget to check the prescription.
Wear antiglare glasses while driving or at work.
If dirt enters your eyes, do not rub as this may cause the dirt to stick inside. If you rub your eyes, the dirt particle will keep disturbing your vision and irritate your eyes instead wash your eyes with cold water or Blink several times to start your tears flowing, this will help flush out the dirt.

Diet for Eyes

Incorporate Vitamins A, C, and E on a daily basis; eat citrus fruits, papaya, eggs, fish, milk, cilantro, green leafy veggies, tomatoes, spinach, poultry and dairy products.
Drink plenty of water. It helps reduce puffiness. When a person is dehydrated, especially in an air-conditioned office, the body starts storing water as a defence mechanism.
Reduce your smoking and alcohol intake because it cause irreversible optic nerve damage
Consum good amount of vitamin C, it lowers the chances of developing cataracts.
Daily intake of walnut for few days reduces the weakness of the eyes.
Mangoes are a very rich source of vitamin A and calcium. During summers at least 100 grams of mangoes should be consumed daily. This is the useful eye care remedy.

Home Remedies for Eyes

Use cucumber for your eyes to treat dark circles by keeping its slice over them.
Keep used tea bags on your eyes for a few minutes as you relax, but make sure that those tea bags should not be hot or warm, it should be cold.
Soak amla overnight in water and use this water the next morning to wash the eyes
Soak cotton in Luke warm milk and cover eyes with it for 10 min
Potato slices can also be used over your eye to get rid off those dark circles
To soothe tired eyes, dip cotton pads in chilled milk and place on closed eyes for 10 minutes. Now relax completely
If your eye twitches, or your eyes are red and feeling itchy, massage your scalp with curd.

Acne- Causes, Treatment and Diet for Acne

2009-06-22T22:03:00.000-07:00

Almost every body faces acne problem during their teen age. It is caused by a bacterium which builds up in pores of your skin, and spreads to different areas of the skin. White and black heads are both considered acne. But with some care we can get rid of this problem.

Causes of Acne

Heredity
Improper Food
Stress
Dust
Hormones
Cosmetic

Home Treatment For Acne

Apply orange peel well pulverized with water to the acne-affected areas in your body.
Apply a honey mask to your face once or twice a week.

Wash your face twice a day with a sulfur based soap designed for acne.
Apply a mixture of 1 teaspoon lemon juice and 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder.
Grind nutmeg (jaiphal) with unboiled milk and apply on acne for 1-2 hours. Pimples should disappear without leaving a mark.
Apply a mixture of 1 teaspoon lemon juice and 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder.
Rub fresh garlic on and around pimples. Pimples will disappear without a mark with regular applications.
Mix 1 tablespoon groundnut oil with 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice to prevent formation of blackheads and acne.
Drinking of wheatgrass juice may remove acne.
Make a paste of salt in vinegar. Rub it on the pimples. Wash it off after 20-30 minutes with lukewarm water.

Diet For Acne

Drink at least 8 glass of water a day. Water not only maintaining the skin’s elasticity but also clears skin and eliminates waste from the body.

Take Aloe Vera juice in the morning as well as night for a good time.
Vitamin A strengthens the protective tissue of the skin and actually prevents acne, so eat food rich in vitamin A like carrot, papaya, mango etc.
Eat foods rich in zinc - Zinc is an antibacterial agent and a necessary element in the oil-producing glands of the skin. A diet low in zinc can actually cause acne breakouts.
Carbohydrate foods with low glycemic index or a low GI diet can improve acne by 50 percent.
Drink 3 glasses of water with squeezed lemon and honey.

Tips To Maintain Your Hygiene

2009-06-15T00:18:00.000-07:00

Wash your hands, after using the toilet, before and after handling a tampon or pad, before eating, and after touching an animal. And wash it properly for 30 to 45 seconds, scrubbing between fingers and under nails.
Before drinking any juice or cold drink clean the can opener. That little bit of juice or food left on the blade after you open a can invites bacteria growth. Washing or even just rinsing the opener after you use it will prevent problems.
Change the towels. Hang towels unfolded to let them air dry, and replacing them with clean towels after three uses. Don't share it with anyone.
Protect your toothbrush. Every time a toilet is flushed, fecal matter and bacteria spray 20 feet in the air. Keep your toothbrush out of the line of fire by storing it in a drawer, cabinet or other enclosed place.
Cover your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing, use tissue when possible.

Exercise mats are generally drenched in sweat, so it would be wise to wash them down before using. But you can do one better and bring your own mat instead.
Never forget to wash your socks and do not keep them wearing through the week.
Do not ignore any infection or skin related disease in their first stage. Look out for a good doctor and prevent disease to spread further.
It is advisable to always shower after a workout to wash off the sweat and therefore feel clean and refreshed afterward.

Causes of Obesity

2009-06-10T03:49:00.000-07:00

We generally talk about obesity or tips to get rid of obesity but we seldom talk about its causes. Obesity is caused by following reasons:-

Lack of exercise :- With the increase in high-tech electronics many of us have jobs that involve sitting at a desk for most of the day, we are spending more time with these gadgets rather than exercising.
Genes and Heredity :- Some people tend to stay the same weight for years without much effort, whereas others find they put on weight quickly if they are not careful. This because of genes – It has been discovered that there are certain genes that make you feel hungrier, or make it take longer for you to feel full.
Unhealthy diets :- The type of food we eat is important we should go for fresh, green and raw food rather then fast, packed or fried food, but also the amount of food we consume is also important.
Medicines or medical conditions :- Conditions such as over-production of steroid hormones in the body or an under-active thyroid gland can also be causes of weight gain. Certain medicines, including some steroids and antidepressants, contraceptive pill can contribute to weight gain.
Alcohol:- Alcohol is also one of the reason to gain weight. It contains lots of calories

Benefits of 5 Most Nutritious Fruits

2009-06-07T23:23:00.000-07:00

Relationship between human beings and fruits is from the times of Adam and Eve. Remember if Eve won't have eaten that apple then this whole world wound not be like this. Fruits are the best friend of human being, they not only keep us healthy but also give us good glowing skin and good feeling. Here I would like to share some benefits of 5 most eaten and nutritious fruits

Mango
Mango is known as the king of all fruits as it is the most delicious and nutritious food. Mangoes are excellent source of vitamins C, A and E. It contains up to 40% of our daily fiber requirement. It is also good source of vitamin B-complex, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, selenium, folic acid and zinc

It is also valuable to combat acidity and poor digestion.
Mango is effective in relieving clogged pores of the skin.
Mango is high in iron, pregnant women and people with anemia are advised to eat this fruit regularly.

Guava
Guava is very good for digestion, it is high in Dietary Fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Folate, Potassium, Copper and Manganese . It is a good fruit if you want to reduce weight because of low saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium

Guava is good for Asthma
It helps to reduce Obesity Problem
It is also for High blood pressure patients.

Apple
There is a common say “Apple a day keeps doctor away”. No doubt apples are amazing for controlling blood sugar, it is good source of soluble fiber, especially pectin, which helps control insulin levels by slowing the release of sugar into our bloodstream. It also have bit of vitamin C and potassium.

Apple prevent disturbances of the liver and digestion.
It help to prevent the formation of kidney stone
Eating an apple daily can lower cholesterol and reduce skin diseases

Papaya
Papaya is high in vitamin C and a good source of fiber, vitamin A, vitamin E and potassium .

It contains peculiar and valuable digestive properties.
Papaya has also been shown to lower cholesterol levels
It prevents the formation of urinary stones

Orange
Oranges are excellent source of vitamin C, which help prevent scurvy and also aid in the body's overall natural healing process. It also contain Potassium, Folate, Fiber. Orange is known to lower blood pressure and contain strong anti-inflammatory properties

Orange is good for Asthma patients
It helps prevent diabetes
It is also good for tuberculosis

Tips for Healthy Living

2009-06-05T05:38:00.000-07:00

Are you a busy entrepreneur or employee who is usually on the go and doesn’t have time for himself and his health? If yes. then this is the best time for you to think about your health and change your lifestyle. Good and healthy living will make you look younger, energetic, and keep you a lot better & fitter for your entire life. So here are some tips for healthy living.

Intake Water:- Take a glass of water in the morning. We lose oxygen through the night and to rejuvenate our cells, we need to supply them with water and oxygen. Try to take 8 glass of water every day because dehydration can lead to fatigue, headaches, moodiness and even constipation!
Exercise:- Make a daily habit to move your body. Exercise not only help us to be in shape but also helps to get much needed nutrients into the tissues through proper burning of food.
Try to eat raw fruits and vegetable:- Things like fresh fruits, salads and vegetable juices should be consumed regularly. Fresh foods are high in essential nutrients and minerals. Fiber has a balancing effect on blood sugar levels which prevent constipation and increases the amount of beneficial bacteria in our digestive system.
Reduce and balance your fat intake:- Fat calories should be 30 % of total calories. For this try to reduce intake of fried foods, burgers, cheese, cottage cheese, milk and cream
Increase intake of freshly squeezed juice:- Juice intake increase energy, body health and vitality to ten times

Think Positive:-Good stress management and stress nutrition can improve both health and happiness.
Quit Smoking & Protect yourself from Pollution:- If you can't live in a smog-free environment, at least avoid smoke-filled rooms. As smoke has very harm effect on lungs so avoid smoking
Avoid drinking Alcohol and Caffeine:- Give up excess caffeine like tea and coffe and reduce your alcohol intake. Replace your this habit by increasing some healthy intakes like juice, water or milk.

Do's and Dont's for Oily and Dry Skin

2009-06-04T04:56:00.000-07:00

Dry Skin

Do's for Dry Skin

Cut back on bath and shower time. Take cooler or lukewarm showers instead of hot ones.
Pat yourself dry gently with a towel, rather than rubbing.
Pay special attention to lower legs, which tend to be dryer because they’re farther from your heart.
Protect your skin from the sun. Winter sun can be as dangerous as summer sun
Air your home, and turn down the heating. Use a humidifier, especially in the bedroom.
Apply a water-in-oil-type moisturizer and gently pat your skin dry.
Wear light clothes made of cotton.
Protect yourself from the wind by covering your face and using a natural oil based lip balm.
Try to avoid extreme cold, which can cause frostbite or skin disorders in some people.
Carefully choose a good moisturizer developed for dry skin.
Use heavier creams or ointments during the winter months and lighter lotions in the summer.

Dont's for Dry Skin

Don’t overdo the scrubbing.

Don't shower in very hot water.
Don't rub-dab skin dry.
Alcohol and caffeine should be avoided.
Don't overdo skin cleansing. Once a day is sufficient to wash your face, hands, feet and between the folds of your skin. You can rinse your trunk, arms and legs daily, but don't use cleanser or soap on these areas every day.

Don’t scratch dry, itchy spots; apply more moisturizer instead.

Oily Skin

Do's for Oily Skin

Try to have regular sleeping hours.
Supplement your diet with lots of fresh fruits, vegetables, sprouts, and fruit juice.
Do drink lots of water. It helps hydrate the skin from the inside.
In case of severe acne, consult the doctor.

Try to use fragrance free product. It can cause more oil production and acne.

Dont's for Oily Skin

Do not rub, squeeze or pick pustules.
Try to avoid beauty soaps or moisturizers. Use a medicated soap.
Avoid using oil-based creams, ointments and make-up products.
Avoid using cosmetics, which contain Vaseline.
Avoid use of fragrance rich product. It can cause more oil production and acne.
Do not use any facial cream or other products containing socetyl stearate, isopropyl isostearate, isopropyl palmitate, isopropyl myristate & sodium chloride. They can cause acne.
Don't get moisture crazy. If your skin is not "soaking up" the moisture you're giving it, then cut back on the amount or frequency of application.

Dry Skin- Causes, Effects, Remedies & Diet

2009-06-03T04:38:00.000-07:00

Dry skin has parched look caused by its inability to retain moisture. Dry skin has a low level of sebum and can be prone to sensitivity. It generally occurs on the shins, hands, sides of the abdomen, lower legs, arms, flanks, and thighs. Dry skin is more common during the winter months, when humidity is low. Elderly people tend to have more trouble with dry skin due to the natural changes in skin that occur with age.

Causes of Dry Skin

Heredity
Excessive bathing with harsh soaps.
Use of harsh cosmetics
Some Medications
Use of extremely hot water for bathing or for face wash
Complications with diabetes.
Poor diet. Nutritional deficiencies, especially deficiencies of vitamin A and the B vitamins, can also contribute to dry skin.
Environmental factors such as exposure to sun, wind, cold or chemicals
Dryness is exacerbated by extremes of temperature and air-conditioning
Conditions such as dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, or seborrhea.

Effects of Dry Skin

Dehydrated skin
Flaking or scaling skin.
Reddened, flaky, or peeling skin
Tight skin
Dull, colored skin
Skin itching
Flacking along with redness
Creaks in Skin

Remedies for Dry Skin

Chemical Treatments

Applying a moisturizer right after drying off from a shower or washing your hands, remember don’t scratch dry, itchy spots; apply more moisturizer instead.

Avoid the over-use of soap. Use a moisturizing body soap and hand soap with a skin-friendly pH value.
Use mild cleansers
If you have winter itch, take short, lukewarm showers or baths and use non-irritating, non-detergent-based cleansers. Immediately after your shower or bath
Use a sunscreen of SPF 15 or greater.
Use lip bam for you lipsUse a humidifier, especially in the bedroom.
Using heavier creams or ointments during the winter months and lighter lotions in the summer
If you have winter itch, take short, lukewarm showers or baths and use non-irritating, non-detergent-based cleansers. Immediately after your shower or bath
Use a sunscreen of SPF 15 or greater.
Use lip bam for you lips

Home Treatment

Blend banana and papaya to create a puree. Dab the puree on the skin and let it sit for half an hour.
Blanch scented geranium leaves in boiling water, strain, cool and use as a face wash
Apply baby oil on the dry skin

Mix half teaspoon honey with the yolk of an egg and one table spoon dried milk powder. Mix into a paste and apply, remove after 20 minutes with water.
You can substitute margarine or vegetable oil as moisturizer
Smear honey on your body and wash after 5 minutes
Rub coconut oil or avocado oil on the afflicted area
Fill up a tub with milk and warm water and dip in.
Grind a ripe papaya and rub the pulp on the face. It will make the facial skin smooth and soft and enhance the beauty.
Apply glycerin oil on dry hands and feet
Mix the powder of 10 corns of black pepper in a tea spoon of clarified butter. Take it daily in the morning for 2 months
Rub oatmeal on hand, wash and put hand cream.
Massage the face with almond oil or olive oil every night before going to bed.
Use mineral water to wash your face instead of warm water
Take the yolk of an egg and dab it on your face leave for 15 minutes. keep using this pack everyday till your face is clear
After bathing applying Aloe Vera gel.

Diet for Dry Skin

Eat a diet that includes vegetables, fruits, grains, seeds, nuts.
Eat food rich in quality protein.
Increase your intake of raw foods since they contain more naturally occurring water.
Eat foods such as garlic, onions, eggs, and asparagus that are high in sulfur, which helps to keep the skin smooth and youthful.
Consume plenty of yellow and orange vegetables. These are high in beta-carotene, an antioxidant.

Drink the recommended 8 glasses of water a day to keep your skin hydrated.
Avoid fried foods, animal fats, and heat-processed vegetable oils. Use cold- pressed oils only. Heating oils leads to the production of free radicals, which have a destructive effect on the skin.
Avoid soft drinks, tea and coffee.
Avoid eating sugar, chocolate, potato chips, or other junk foods.
Try to ingest a lot of vitamins A and C. These vitamins help your skin hold onto available moisture in your system. Common foods including these vitamins are oranges, cantaloupes, and carrots.

Oily Skin- Causes, Effects, Remedies & Diet

2009-06-02T02:13:00.000-07:00

Oily skin is a problem for many of us. Oily skin conditions come on a level par as a problem for both genders. It affects 1 of every 2 teenagers (girl and boy.)

In this type of skin, the oil producing sebaceous glands are overactive and produce more oil than is needed. The oil oozes and gives the skin a greasy shine. The pores are enlarged and the skin has a coarse look.

Causes of Oily Skin

Heredity
Hormone levels change, specially during teenage
Use of wrong types of creams, lotions or cosmetic.
Intake of birth control pills
Pregnancy
High humidly
Stress

Effects Of Oily Skin

Oily skin feels very greasy.
Likely to bring blackheads and skin shine.
Acne is another result of greasy skin.
Large visible pores.
Skin texture is often very thick.
It is prone to pimples
Dark skin due to excess oil.
More prone to moist eczema.
Fungal infections are common.

Remedies For Oily Skin

Chemical Treatments

To care for oily skin you should start with a gentle, foaming facial wash. This will remove dirt and oil without stripping away moisture. Oily skin requires more cleansing than other skin types.

Splash your face with cold water containing a few drops of Lavender oil 2-3 times a day. This will also tighten the pores.
Follow up the cleanser with an astringent as this will remove all excess oil
Use oil-free make up products. Use some talcum powder or baby powder to absorb oil on the skin. This can be a part of your makeup after applying foundation.
Apply witch hazel to the skin which is good for absorbing oil.
Toning lotion is a must for tightening pores it keeps dirt out and allows your face to regain its velvety smoothness.
Use an exfoliant twice a week. These skin scrub products contains little granules that, when used with a small brush, provide deep cleansing.
Opt for oil-free moisturizers to maintain a shine-free complexion.

Home Remedies

Make a puree of fresh tomatoes, apply to the Oily skin
Make a mixture of 1 spoon curd,1 spoon tomato juice, 1 spoon multani mitti, 1 spoon honey and little amount of kapur. Apply this mixture on your face.

To prevent the problem of your makeup becoming patchy either on the forehead, chin or nose due to excessive oiliness in these areas, apply a little cucumber juice on the excessively oily parts of your face, dry thoroughly and then apply your makeup.
Apply dark brown clay mask or mud on the skin to cleanse the skin
Mix one tablespoon youghurt with fuller's earth and apply. Youghurt itself can be applied on the face. It helps to soften the ski of water in the fridge and splash this cold water on your face 3-4 times a day.
Simmer 2-3 tablespoons of lemon grass or rosebuds in a cup of water. Steam your face with the vapors for 15-20 minutes, then splash your face with cold water.
Make a pulp of raw papaya and apply. Papaya has a cleansing action, softening dead skin cells and aiding their removal.
Wash your face 3-4 times a day with cold water. Cold water will not only leave you feeling refreshed but will also tighten the pores.

Diet for Oily Skin

Diet rich in proteins but restricted in sugar, fluids and salt is good for oily skin.

Take plenty of leafy green vegetables and fresh fruits.
Take good sources of vitamin B2 and B5 like nutritional yeast, wheat germ and organ meats whole grains, beans, nuts, and royal jelly.
Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water each day. It flush out toxins from the body.
Avoid sugar, chocolate, and junk food.
Reduce the amount of fat in your diet. Avoid oily, fried and highly seasoned foods. Consume no animal fats, or heat-processed vegetable oils.
Use cold-pressed canola or olive oil only for oil replacement.
Avoid drink soft drinks or alcoholic beverages.

Oil production decreases with age. With age, skin starts to wrinkle and oily skin generally ages slowly. So oily skin is good for elderly people.

Causes of Under Eye Dark Circle & Its Treatment

2009-06-01T02:52:00.000-07:00

If you are suffering from dark circle then this is the right page for you. Now a days dark circle is very common problem approx 9 out of 10 people are suffering from dark circle.

Appearance of dark circle makes under eye skin look dark and dull because of which beauty of your face gets reduced.

Main causes of dark circle

Lack of less sleep and stress
Aging
Nutrition deficiency like shortage of vitamin K or E.
Parental Inheritance of bone structure and skin pigments
Exposure to sun
Indication circulatory problems, including kidney and liver malfunction.
Allergies, Eczema, Asthma.
Chronic diseases
Hyper pigmentation
Excess use of drugs or medicines
Fluid retention such as due to changes in weather or hormone levels.
Pregnancy
Menstruation.

But these dark circles can be cure with some simple chemical or home treatments.

Treatment

Apply daily moisturizer with sunscreen
Healthy and Balanced diet, with plenty of iron and vitamin K,
Getting 8 hours of good sleep.
Cosmetic treatment from a qualified cosmetic dermatologist.
Concealing the dark circles around eyes through make up techniques.

Home Treatments

Close your eyes and cover eyelids with slices of raw potato or cucumber for 15-20 minutes. Wash with warm water and apply a cream.
Apply a mixture of lemon and tomato juice (equal parts) on the dark circles 2 times a day.
Apply a paste of turmeric powder with pineapple juice
Crush some mint and apply it around the eye.
Massage with almond oil under and around eyes at bed time daily for 2 weeks.
Rub the area with a powdered Vitamin E capsule and wipe off with a mixture of honey and egg white. This will reduce darkness around the eye.
Put warm and cold piece of clothes alternatively under eyes for 10 minutes. Then apply some almond oil on the dark surface.
Application of used cold tea bag will soothen the eyes and cure dark circles of the eyes.
Drink tomato juice with some mint leaves, lemon juice and salt. This is a good diet for dark circles.
Make a mixture of lemon juice, cucumber juice and lanolin cream. Apply under the eyes and keep for 10-15 minutes.

Weight-loss tips

2008-08-21T04:35:00.000-07:00

This is my first posting for my first blog so I am very happy about it. As I am very keen about my own and others health so one of my friend suggested me to make a blog on health by this I can share my views with more people.

As it is my first posting and my blog is on health so I decide to wright about “Weight loss Tips”

I ’ve found people share a common belief that the amount of energy eaten on a particular day minus the amount of energy burnt equals how much fat they lose. But my dear science isn’t that simple.

In my experience, people often apply this half-truth by skipping meals (usually breakfast) to try and reduce their total intake of food over a day. Unfortunately, this makes weight management almost impossible, as it causes the metabolism to slow down to prevent starvation. Eating like this actually stops you burning energy.

If you skip breakfast and eat your evening meal at around 7 or 8pm, the body has been without fuel for more than half the day – 7 or 8pm to lunchtime the next day is approx 17 hours or 70% of a 24-hour period. This means you actually eat most of your total energy intake in about 7 hours. During the 17 hours without food, your metabolism slows and your body shuts down many non-essential functions. When you do eventually eat, your body will store as much as it can to try and compensate for the starvation time. This starts a dangerous cycle of starve-store-starve, and results in more body fat and lower performance.

An alternative is to try and eat a third of your daily energy intake between waking and lunchtime – breakfast and morning tea. Get another third of sustenance between 12pm to 6pm – lunch and afternoon tea. And get your final third of daily energy intake between 6pm and bedtime – dinner and a supper-time snack. This is ideal.

And it all starts at the beginning of your day – just add breakfast. This increases your total energy intake but incredibly, you will likely lose weight. I have seen success from this simple change in eating habits in the blokes I am helping.

Note:- Michael Phelps winner of Gold medals in Olympics eat 4-5 times a day to stay fit.