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WHAT CAUSES THE DRY SKIN ???

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This post is in response to the request sent by one of my friend.. At some point in our Life we all suffer from dry skin condition,then we try different chemical based products and still it seems to be recurring ...which is annoying at some point... ..but simple changes in every day routine And natural home remedies can make your skin well hydrated and glowing . But wait... Instead of jumping on to suggesting you some home remedies if I can describe how and why the dry skin condition cause,I personally think it will be a great help to take care of it.  So why do you think we develop dry skin ?? These can be the answers coming up in your mind  1)In winter the dry and cold weather make the skin loose its natural moisturizer and aggravates the dryness of skin. So exposure to extreme weather can be one of the causes for dry skin condition. 2) Unhealthy practices like bathing in hot water for long time can cause dry skin ,as the skin looses natural oil from its layers . 3)Irregular sleeping

NATURAL TIPS TO CONTROL DRY SKIN

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Now as we know what causes dry skin , we can look at the easy steps to help us avoid developing the condition. Here I am going to list few of the natural tips which we all probably know but don't follow and hence is the problem ... So if we can try to incorporate these important tips in our daily routine ,we all will have a very healthy ,glowing and young lookin g skin. 1) Resist yourself to have very hot shower, as it tend to take away the natural oil from our skin layer leaving it dry and sensitive. So no matter how much you love hot,steamy and long shower ,try to make it short and use warm or cool water instead . 2) How you dry your skin does affect the skin layer,so try to use soft cotton cloth to dry your skin and instead of rubbing the skin with harsh strokes,pat dry it gently. 3) Use natural soap less cleanser when you shower,something like homemade scrub,or at least try to use gentle soaps that are free of fragrance.Additional perfumes,deodorant or even antibacterial can be

“Golden milk” for Cough and Cold

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Turmeric is fast becoming a popular remedy for just about everything that ails you. ... Traditionally, turmeric milk has been used for colds, congestion, headache, and sore throats. Turmeric is a depression-fighter as well. Turmeric Milk Ingredients 2 cups of milk (or substitute coconut milk) 1 teaspoon dried turmeric (or one-half inch fresh turmeric thinly sliced or diced) 1 teaspoon dried ginger (or one-half inch fresh ginger thinly sliced or diced) A sprinkle of black pepper. Honey to taste... Turmeric Milk Steps Place milk in a saucepan over medium heat. Add turmeric, ginger, and pepper. Stir well if you are using the dried spices. Let the milk begin to simmer. Allow to heat for another minute or two being careful not to let the milk overheat. Turn off heat, cover, and allow the mixture to sit for ten minutes or so to improve the infusion. Strain the milk through a strainer if you have used fresh ingredients. Serve warm.... This turmeric milk is realy a good home rem

CCF HERBAL TEA FOR WEIGHT LOSS

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Cumin, Coriander and Fennel Tea is one of Ayurveda's most famous formulas for detoxification and burning up excess water weight.  This tea blend helps to warm up your circulation, hence really beneficial in winter. It helps to clean your lymphatic system and Its flushing action simultaneously cleanses the urinary tract and reduces water retention. The mild bitterness in the blend Helps in detoxification process and purifies the blood It is a soothing formula that reduces agitation and inflammation. It helps to calm the tense mind and also brings clarity in thoughts when you are stressed. Mix all the herbs in same proportion , steep in hot water for 5 minutes. Drink when warm.

BRAMHI- A wonder herb in Ayurveda

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Brahmi is a plant that has been used in traditional Indian medicine AYURVEDA . According to Ayurveda, it is bitter, pungent, and heating. Brahmi is used for Alzheimer's disease, improving memory, anxiety, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), allergic conditions, irritable bowel syndrome, and as a general tonic to fight stress. How does it work? Brahmi might increase certain brain chemicals that are involved in thinking, learning, and memory. Some research suggests that it might also protect brain cells from chemicals involved in Alzheimer's disease. Bramhi is helpful in following conditions 1)Stress reduction is perhaps brahmi’s most well known, traditional use. So,taking Bramhi as a supplement daily can improve the mood swings and helps to reduce the stress harmones. 2) Brahmi has shown positive results in boosting cognitive performance.Persons suffering from cognitive issues, short attention span, foggy memory, and blurred focus has shown positive results after ta

Chronic fatigue remedy

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Soak 10 Dates  in ghee Add 1 teaspoon of ginger powder  1/8 teaspoon cardamom And pinch of saffron Cover and keep it in warm place for at least 2 weeks Then eat 1 date early morning  It works to remedy anemia, Sexual debility ,Chronic fatigue. It is Nutritive and Promotes-Fertility .