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It says only if our elimination is proper, we can be healthy, energetic, and fit. According to Ayurveda,  we should have - Easy bowel movement first thing in the morning. The stool should float on water. If the stool sinks, then it is an indication of accumulation of Ama(Toxins) in colon,and poor digestion. THE MAIN CAUSES OF CONSTIPATION There are PHYSICAL, PSYCHOLOGICAL, and MEDICAL causes of constipation. If we look under PHYSICAL CAUSES,it will be Dietary - eating food that is hard to digest Irregular sleeping pattern Getting up quickly and. Rushing off to work Sex in the morning Coffee or tea in the morning Sedentary lifestyle Lack of exercise As a complication of an infectious disease or fever. PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS   Stress, worry, nervousness, grief and fear all of these contribute to develop constipation. Insomnia, Excess stimulation of the nervous system like watching TV too much or using electronic gadgets late in the night. Apart from these some MEDICAL FACTORS s...

1) Almond oil – Prunus amygdalus -  Almond oil is rich in vitamin A, B and E, which are great for skin health. Almomd oil is suitable for every skin type. Sweet almond oil is an excellent emollient. It softens and soothes the skin by restoring  moisture to dry and cracked skin. It nourishes the skin and soften it too. It also relives irritation, inflammation and itching due to dryness. Hence it is used widely in cosmetics and in treating conditions like Eczema,Psoriasis etc.  2) Olive oil – Olea europea - We all are quite aware of benefits of Olive oil. It is loaded with essential nutrients and is a natural humectant that helps attract moisture to dry skin. Olive  oil is  Enriched with vitamin E, the essential factor which nourishes, protects and softens skin and prevents chafing. It also has antimicrobial properties, which keep your skin healthy. 3) Grape seed oil – Vitis vinifera -   Grape seed oil is well known for its astringent property. Due to the ast...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...