Posted by devil | Sunday, February 1, 2015 |
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With just two weeks to go, start indulging in proper skin and hair care to look your best on Valentine's Day Feb 14.
Mohan Thomas, cosmetic surgeon and managing director of Cosmetic Surgery Institute, shares skin care tips that you should start following to look radiant on Valentine's Day:
The brunt of the activity is taken up by your feet when you work, so make sure your skin care includes pampering of feet too.
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| Add caFor Valentine's Day, love skin, hair firstption |
Posted by devil | Thursday, January 22, 2015 |
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Who hasn't heard the idea that drinking water can contribute to you diminishing your weight? Much more than usual! But is this affirmation true? The answer is yes! When you drink more water, you boost your metabolism, suppress that wild appetite, and clean your organism of waste. At the same time, you stop the body from retaining water and thus lose some extra pounds. How can you make sure you drink the right amount of water (8-10 glasses every day), maintaining yourself hydrated and losing weight? Here are a couple of great tips that will help you out!
Drink before eating
Water suppresses the appetite, so it is an excellent idea to drink it before you eat. As a result, you will feel full faster and eat less. Specialists say that drinking water before eating can reduce the calories intake with 75 calories/meal. Thus if you do this each meal daily for one year, you would cut the calories ingestion by 27,000. According to my math, you would be losing 8 pounds/year only by drinking water.
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| Drink More Water and Start Losing That Extra Weight |
Posted by devil | Thursday, December 25, 2014 |
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Make Your Teeth White,
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Pearly whites gone pale! One of the most common problems that every dentist comes across. Though we all wish to have pearly white smile, going for crazy expensive treatments definitely burns a hole in our pockets, thank goodness there are some home remedies which are not only easy but very reasonable.
Banana peels: Bananas are considered to be a wholesome fruit that houses loads of nutrients. But do you know that banana peels are a great source of teeth whitening as well. So the next time preserve that banana peel to get a pearly white teeth. Rub the peel on your teeth for about a minute or two twice daily. The minerals in bananas such as potassium, manganese and magnesium, are absorbed into your teeth, which keeps your pearly whites in their best health. Orange peels are also considered to be a great source of teeth whiteners.
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| Home remedies for bright white teeth |
Posted by Zainab Amin | Tuesday, March 4, 2014 |
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Try these simple natural home remedies to get rid of that oh-so-exhausted look on your face
Dark circles are a common problem not only amongst hassled housewives but also anyone with hectic work schedules and erratic sleep hours. They are not a very grave problem but can make you look much older than you already are. And in today's age where the market is being flooded with anti-ageing, skin lightening creams, it is a considered almost a fashion crime to sport dark circles. Here are some natural home remedies to help to get rid of those ghastly-looking dark circles:
- Grate some raw potato and soak a cotton ball in the potato juice. Close your eyes and place these cotton balls on your eyes. Make sure they cover the dark circles under your eyes as well as the eyelids. Leave it on for 10 minutes and wash off with cold water.
Posted by devil | Sunday, January 19, 2014 |
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Biopharmaceutical major Biocon has launched a new injectable drug for the treatment of a highly prevalent form of breast cancer and has priced its product 25 per cent lower than existing drugs in the market.
After cervical cancer, breast cancer is the most common form of cancer among Indian women, with 1.5 lakh new patients being diagnosed with the disease every year. Of that, nearly 25 per cent are diagnosed with a particular type of breast cancer known as HER2-positive breast cancer.
This type of breast cancer is said to be the most aggressive and fast growing, having a much higher risk of early recurrence and death. Biocon's new drug, called CANMAb and priced at Rs 57,500 for a 440 mg vial and Rs 19,500 for a 150 mg vial, has been developed for the treatment of HER2-positive breast cancer.
Posted by devil | Saturday, November 30, 2013 |
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Before you put out an RFP (request for proposal) for an HRA (health risk appraisal), or dive into the new fad called "gamification," or start scheduling a health fair, or order the pedometers - STOP!
Here are some simple questions you should ask first.
1. What does your organization mean when it uses the term "wellness"? Is there a more appropriate term?
2. How may wellness contribute to your core competencies as an institution?
3. What type of priority should be given to wellness? And what do you hope to accomplish?
4. Why would your employees or associates want to invest time or effort in a wellness initiative? And would 90% or more of them participate without a financial incentive?
Posted by devil | Sunday, November 24, 2013 |
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Cancer is one of the diseases that have been on the rise in the recent years. There are different types of cancer and this means that their signs and symptoms also vary depending on the area or body part that is prone to the disease. Just like any other disease early detection and diagnosis of cancer can assist in containing the disease in its early stages before spreading to other parts of the body. This is why awareness campaigns are carried out for people to take self tests as well as visit health facilities for them to know early enough whether they could be having a particular type of cancer or not. Here are some of the symptoms that should act as warning signs and which should be cleared by visiting a medical practitioner for verification purposes.
(a) A lump in the breast is one of the signs that women are advised to look at for at all times. This can be detected through self examination at home as long as you know how to do it. Any lump in the body which keeps growing should also be medically examined to rule out any chances of cancer disease.
(b) Persistent cough that lasts for over three weeks should be a reason for concern especially if you are under medication. This can be accompanied by chest pains and breathlessness. Though there are other diseases that exhibit the same signs and symptoms it is better to get thorough check ups
Posted by abg man | Tuesday, March 12, 2013 |
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Dont's for your hair are as important as the do's. Whether you are a teenage girl or grandmother of three, there is no end to hair fall - right from the onset of your first menstrual cycle to the menopausal stage. Here's our list of 25 things you shouldn't be doing to your hair...
1. Do not use an anti dandruff shampoo on a regular basis, especially the over the counter ones as these can lead to hair damage.
2. Do not keep artificial colours in your hair all through the year, once it runs out let your hair be the colour it is, at least for a period of 2-3 months before you go for that streaking/global colouring treatment again.
Posted by abg man | Thursday, March 7, 2013 |
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Health,
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Having the perfect lips without going under the needle is not that difficult
We all know that lips are an important part of the face which immediately draws attention of people. Having the perfect lips is crucial for anyone as one notices your lips while you eat, talk and smile. Even for one's own contentment of being beautiful, having the perfect lips is extremely essential. Although the term 'perfect' differs from person to person, a few home remedies can certainly help you give the luscious, moist and soft, supple lips.
Posted by abg man | Thursday, February 7, 2013 |
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Heart-failure is unfortunately a common condition, these days. Read on to find out more about it...
Heart failure is no longer something that only elderly people are suffering from - unfortunately, the prevalence of the condition is increasing amongst the youngsters too. Dr Suresh Vijan, Consultant Cardiologist, Lilavati Hospital, Fortis Mulund and Hinduja Hospital, Khar, talks to us about heart failure.
What is heart failure?
Before we look at what leads to heart failure, it's necessary for us to understand what exactly heart failure is. The general notion is heart failure means that the heart has stopped working or will eventually stop working. Heart failure is a condition in which a weakened heart is unable to pump the normal amount of blood carrying oxygen and nutrients throughout the body.
Posted by abg man | Tuesday, December 18, 2012 |
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Who doesn't like to have a clear complexion? Skin problems are nightmares for people of all ages. Everybody likes flawless skin.
But with the cosmetic industry growing and with it producing numerous beauty products, it's but natural to get confused on what's the best. When you are spoilt for choice, then it's even more dangerous as some products might not suit your skin type. The best solution under such circumstances is to play safe and opt for tried and tested home remedies. This also helps should you have a sensitive skin.
Here are a few tips to aid your skin health
- It's cliched, the most popular and common advice that you get from people. Yet, drinking lots of water is perhaps the most workable way to keep skin healthy and glowing.
- Squeeze half a lemon and add to warm water with honey. Consume this on an empty stomach everyday. Besides other benefits, this also purifies the blood.
- If you have oily skin, apply a pack of multani mitti mixed with rose water. This not just cleanses the skin but also absorbs excess oil and keeps your skin neat.
- To remove blemishes/scars on your skin make a pack of tomato pulp, haldi, curd and besan. This acts as a natural scrub.
- For a natural bleach, rub lemon peel with honey on the skin and wash off after few minutes.
- Dry orange peel, grind and make a powder. Apply this with water on the face for a glowing skin.
- A pack of corn flour and curd applied everyday helps keep the skin clean.
- If you are going out in the sun, make sure you use an umbrella to shield yourself from the harmful effects of the sun rays.
- If you have a dry skin, massage your face with almond or vitamin e oil to keep your skin nourished
Posted by abg man | Sunday, December 9, 2012 |
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It comes as no surprise to regular health food junkies that coconut oil is popping up everywhere.
The healthy fat can replace butter on popcorn and can even act as a tasty supplement to your daily smoothies. In a recent study, researchers from Athlone Institute of Technology (AIT) in Ireland experimented with plain coconut oil, as well as coconut oil treated with enzymes, to see if it had any effect on tooth decay. It did.
The researchers at AIT found that coconut oil is effective in destroying most strains of the bacteria Streptococcus and especially Streptococcus mutans, a bacterium that produces acid and is a common cause of tooth decay. The enzyme treated coconut oil was very successful in destroying most strains of the bacteria. The treated oil was made to represent the coconut oil after digestion. They also proved that the enzyme treated coconut oil is successful in attacking the yeast.
It is very important to treat and prevent tooth decay. If the condition goes untreated, it can eventually cause infection and tooth loss. The actual mechanism for tooth decay happens when dental plaque builds up and begins to break down the tooth enamel bit by bit. It is said that tooth decay affects between 60 to 90 percent of children and almost all adults in industrialized counties. The belief is that coconut oil will fight the bacteria in the plaque, preventing the decay.
Posted by abg man | Thursday, December 6, 2012 |
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Glycerin is a natural emollient and has a cooling effect on skin. Being a humectant (which means that it attracts water, i.e. moisture), it draws oxygen into the skin thus helping it retain moisture. It can be used on hair too.
Although it can be applied topically on skin, putting it directly on to your hair will result in a gooey mess. Here's how you can make the best of it.
Curly hair
While curly hair is beautiful to look at, it is in no way low-maintenance. If there is one word that fills every curly-haired girl with dread, it has to be frizz. Glycerin draws moisture from the air into the hair shaft. It works well as a conditioner since curly hair tends to get drier than other hair types because of the shape of the hair shaft.
Whip it up: Make a hydrating glycerin hair spray by mixing equal quantities of vegetable glycerin and water. Shake well. Add three drops of an essential oil and spray on after showering.
Skin
Glycerin moisturises and helps skin cells mature. This does not mean it helps you age, rather it means healthy and mature cells are important for people with conditions like psoriasis. Glycerin accelerates the healing process, reduces bruising and promotes tissues and cells to repair themselves.
Posted by abg man | Wednesday, November 14, 2012 |
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Watching a scary movie for just 90 minutes could help burn as much as 113 calories, which is close to the amount burned during a half-hour walk and equivalent to a chocolate bar, a University of Westminster study has revealed.
Posted by abg man | Friday, November 9, 2012 |
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It's better to use natural products to stop hairfall than to go in for expensive parlour treatments, that may not help the problem.
Try the following easy tips at home and see how effective they are in reducing hair loss!
1. Hot oil treatments: Take any natural oil - olive, coconut, canola - and heat it up so that it is warm, but not too hot. Massage it gently into your scalp. Put on a shower cap and leave it on for an hour, then shampoo your hair.
2. Natural juices: You can rub your scalp with either garlic juice, onion juice or ginger juice. Leave it on overnight and wash it thoroughly in the morning.
3. Get a head massage: Massaging your scalp for a few minutes daily will help stimulate circulation. Good circulation in the scalp keeps hair follicles active. Circulation may be improved through massage by using a few drops of lavender or bay essential oil in an almond or sesame oil base.
4. Antioxidants: Apply warm green tea (two bags brewed in one cup of water) on your scalp and leave this mixture on for an hour and then rinse. Green tea contains antioxidants which prevent hair loss and boost hair growth.
Posted by abg man | Saturday, October 27, 2012 |
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Most of us blame dark circles on lack of sleep, exhaustion or staring at the computer screen for hours. But the truth goes deeper than those dark pools you've tried so hard to fight.
Experts and studies have linked dark circles to graver problems like anemia, liver disease and dehydration. Dr. Satish Mehta, Ophthalmologist from Moolchand Eye Clinic gives us an insight into the darker reasons of dark circles.
First, let's understand how dark circles appear. We have tiny blood vessels, which are like a web under the skin. But these capillaries are so fine that the red blood cells queue up to pass through; in the process some of them leak in the surrounding area. Enzymes are produced during the cleaning up session. The breaking down of these red blood cells leaves them black and blue. The reason why this is so visible is that the skin around the eyes is the thinnest.
Posted by abg man | Friday, October 26, 2012 |
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Sexuality,
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Oral sex is good for women's health and makes them feel happier, a study which studied the effects of semen's "mood-altering chemicals" has claimed.
The State University of New York study, which scientists carried out via survey rather than through practical experiment, compared the sex lives of 293 females to their mental health.
It follows research, which shows that seminal fluid contains chemicals that elevates mood, increases affection, induces sleep and also contains at least three anti-depressants.
The researchers also claimed that women who have regular unprotected sex are less depressed and perform better on cognitive tests.
Semen contains another of chemicals along with spermatozoa, including cortisol, which is known to increase affection, estrone, which elevates mood and oxytocin, which also elevates mood, the Daily Mail reported.
Posted by abg man | Monday, October 22, 2012 |
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Here are some easy tips to care for that untimely pimple
- Dab a bit of toothpaste on it - this is said to dry out the pimple.
- Apply turmeric paste on the pimple at night and wash off in the morning.
- Try dabbing honey on it - honey is supposed to kill bacteria and help heal the infection.
- Also try tea tree oil. This anti-bacterial oil from Australia is supposed to help reduce redness, swelling and help prevent scarring, though this isn't necessarily a quick fix and might take some time.
- Make sure you're not using a soap or another product on your face that's causing an allergic reaction. Also, do not have very oily and spicy food the night before a big day - it's said to hasten the appearance of pimples.
Posted by abg man | Saturday, October 20, 2012 |
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Beer drinkers around the world tend to be a part of the not-so-cute-n-cuddly beer belly band wagon. A common problem among the young and old alike, beer belly is a cause of sedentary lifestyles and, contrary to popular belief, isn't always to do with beer.
The good news is that it can be cured and the bad news is that even teetotallers might have a beer belly. Know why? We have Mukta Vasishta, Senior Dietician at Sir Gangaram Hospital, New Delhi and Sunita Roy Chowdhary, Senior Dietician at Rockland Hospital, New Delhi decoding the truth about beer belly fat for us today.
What causes the dreaded beer belly?
Mukta Vasishta. A beer belly is caused by excess calorie intake and reduced calorie expenditure because of a sedentary lifestyle.
Posted by abg man | Friday, October 19, 2012 |
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Sipping on a cup of hot green tea may help you lose weight — but have you tried using it as a face pack to get glowing, blemish-free skin? Read on to know the secret behind some of your favourite drinks
A shot of coffee in the morning lifts your energy instantly, while drinking a cup of green tea throughout the day keeps you healthy and fit. But these beverages have more qualities than one. While they help you stay energetic throughout the day, they also nourish your skin and hair when applied directly.
Beauty boosters
Coffee: Helps in reducing inflammation and redness of the skin.
For your skin: "Caffeine helps in treating dark circles and is often found in most cosmetics. It also helps reduce build up of blood under your eyes, which contribute to eye shadows," says Aakriti Kochar, beauty expert. Apart from this, it contains anti-ageing properties, which delay the signs of ageing. Phytosterols (friendly plant sterols and stanols that blocks cholesterol absorption in our system) promote moisture retension and provides chemical-free sun protection. It also reduces the appearance of cellulite and tightens your skin. Coffee beans can be used as face or body scrubs.
For your hair: Says Blossom Kochar, beauty expert, "Coffee has rich antioxidant properties, which help to repair your damaged hair and prevent breakage." Coffee stimulates growth and thickens your hair.
