Eye Care Tips

  

 Eye Care Tips

  * Take A vitamin diet to make eyes brighter. (papaya, eggs, fish, milk, cilantro etc.,)
      Wash eyes with cold water to get sparkling eyes.

    * Put sliced cucumber over your eyes to treat dark circles.

    * Put potato slices on your eye to get rid off those dark circles.

    * 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 15 min.

    * To soothe tired eyes, dip cotton pads in chilled milk and place on closed eyes for 10 minutes. Now relax completely.

    * To completely relax the eyes and the surrounding muscles, close your eyes and think of something that is pleasant or soothing and at a distance. Now gently open your eyes and look into the distance. Next focus on an object at arm's length. Do this extremely relaxing exercise four or five times a day.

    * If your eye twitches, or your eyes are red and feeling itchy, massage your scalp with curd.

    * Soak 1 tsp. dry amla in one cup of water overnight. Next morning strain it through a muslin cloth and then add one extra cup of water. Splash your eyes with this solution each morning. This makes your eyes sparkle.

    * For Puffy Eyes: Grate a potato with its peel and apply on your closed eyelids for about 20 minutes and relax completely. You may even take a nap.

    * Wash your face before sleeping, and ensure that there is no make-up on your face before you sleep, because, make-up creams may spoil your face as it will be there for the whole night. It is better if no cream is applied. What I feel is, wash your face before sleeping and if at all you want to apply any cream, just apply night cream and none other than that.

Long Hair Care Tips

Long Hair Care Tips

 * Avoid sleeping with tightly braided hair or hair in a tight ponytail. The stress can cause breakage and/or hair loss.

   

*  When your hair is braided, make sure that it is not too tight or it could cause breakage and/or hair loss.

*If your hair is braided or you have a ponytail, use a specially treated band or scrunchie which will prevent breakage of your hair, limit your use of clips, bows, and untreated bands.

*Even if you plan on growing your hair out further you should trim your hair once every 3 months, if not split ends will cause your hair to break off and your hair will begin to lose it's beauty, if you plan on just maintaining your length, a trim once every month and a half to two months should suffice.

*Don't use a brush to detangle your hair, this will stretch your hair and may cause your hair to break off. Instead use your fingers, a pick, or a wide tooth comb to detangle your hair.

  *When detangling your hair work your way from the tips of your hair up to the hair roots. Work on detangling one section of your hair at a time and go in a downward direction.

*Be gentle when detangling, pulling down on your hair too hard will cause breakage.

  

*If you detangle your hair before washing it, it'll be easier to dry and style as well as decrease the knots and tangles after you are done washing your hair.

  *Don't rub your hair dry with a towell, instead blot the water out of your hair, when you rub, it'll cause your hair to tangle.

*Hair can get caught on cotton pillow cases and break when you are sleeping especially if you toss and turn a lot when you sleep. Using a satin or silk pillowcase where your hair will make it so that hair will slide across the pillowcase without getting caught. Another tactic to prevent breakage is to put your hair up in a ponytail on the top of your head with a scrunchie or specially treated band (that prevents breakage).

  *An alternative to the silk pillowcase is to wear a satin or silk scarf over your hair before your sleep to prevent breakage.

  

*Brushing your hair is important because it spreads the the hair oils out across the length of your hair. Use long strokes starting from the roots of your hair when brushing and stroke your hand over your hair after you are done brushing to get rid of static.

Curly Hair Care Tips

Curly Hair Care Tips

 
* Limit shampooing your hair to no more than twice a week., shampooing strips your hair of its natural oils.

*Use a conditioner every time after you shampoo to re-moisturize your hair.

* Use a leave-in conditioner on your hair daily or every other day.

* Use a shampoo and conditioner that is specifically geared towards curly hair.

Avoid using narrow toothed combs and brushes, use wide-toothed combs instead which has less of a tendency to cause breakage and frizzing.

* To detangle your hair, in the shower start with your hair moist and conditioned (which will protect it from breakage), use your fingers to begin the untangling then finish with a wide toothed comb starting from the end going up finishing at the root of the hair. Then rinse your head with water and try to retain half of the conditioner in your hair. If you try to detangle your hair when it's dry, you will cause it to frizz.

* Let your hair aid dry to reduce frizzing, avoid brushing and using a towel to dry your hair. If you need to your hair to dry quickly, blot your hair with a towel, but do not rub it.

* Deep condition your hair once a month or more to re-moisturize your scalp and hair.

* Use a small amount of styling product with moisturizing ingredient(s) in it to keep your hair from frizzing when your hair is still slightly moist and gently style with your finger. Apply the styling one section so that it is equally distributed.

* Avoid playing with your hair or touching it as much as possible, the more friction that occurs on your hair will cause it to tangle and/or frizz.

how to dress Right for Your Body shape

Taking the guesswork out of dress shopping can be difficult, as you've probably asked yourself more than a few times, "what is the best dress for my body shape?" You're not alone, ladies. Finding the dress that best flatters your figure and conceals any trouble spots is quite a task. The vast selection of dresses out there doesn't help, either. we will guide you through the process and maybe even make dress shopping fun.


What Shape are You?

Body shapes are easily defined. You may look at yourself in the mirror and describe your body as curvy, slim, defined, muscular, tall, short or straight - and that's just for starters. You're on the right track with these very descriptive words, because they're the starting point for the wardrobe choices you make.

When it comes to dress shopping, it's important to recognize your shape so that you can shop for the styles that will most flatter your figure. That is the fun part - but first, let's go through the various body shapes and what defines each.

    * Hourglass shapes are rounded and curvy. The graceful curves of this shape are marked by a well-defined waistline, full hips and thighs and a medium or large size bust.

    * Inverted triangle shapes are large on top, with a generous size bust and a thick waist, and smaller on the bottom, with narrowed thighs and legs.

    * Oval shapes are balanced from top to bottom. A large bust, thick waistline and large hips define the oval.

    * Rectangle shapes are straight and somewhat squared, with little to no definition at the waistline, straight legs and torso, narrow hips and a may have a flat derriere.

    * Triangle or Pear shapes have narrow shoulders and torso, a small waistline and large hips. Extra weight is usually carried in the thigh area. 
 

Dressing for your Shape 

The key to choosing clothes that complement your shape is to achieve absolute harmony from tip to toe. It's not just about the colors that best suit your skin tone; it's about fabrics that don't cling, materials that don't bind and a piece that genuinely fits. The right dress shouldn't be too tight or too loose (although it's better to err on the side of caution and go looser if in doubt). However, the best fit is the one that flatters your shape and accentuates your most stunning features. 
 

What Is the Best Dress for My Body Shape?

No more asking yourself "What is the best dress for my body shape?" in frustration, ladies! Chances are you've done a bit of searching already for a fabulous dress, maybe even picked out a few, but are still none the wiser about actually dressing for your shape. Based on the shapes we've defined, let's take a peek at the dresses that work overtime to highlight your assets and keep pesky trouble spots cleverly concealed. 
 

Hourglass

Lucky you, curvy girl! Hourglass figures can show off their curves in form-fitting sheaths and A-line dresses. A stretchy sheath dress is comfortable and flaunts your shape in a classy manner. Shifts are also fantastic if you prefer to show less hip and accentuate the top half of your body instead. Salma Hayek and America Ferrera are great examples of curvy girls who know how to work with what they've
 

Inverted Triangle

For an inverted body shape, choose a dress that shows off your upper body. Concealing broad shoulders can actually make them appear larger, so a halter, strapless or sleeveless style is perfect. Details like a shirred waist, full skirt and bare shoulders are flattering on this shape. Also look for a-lines that lend the appearance of a shapelier bottom half. A classy silk halter dress is great choice, especially for warmer weather.
 

Oval

Full figures can take advantage of the trendy flowing shapes that are so hot right now. Empire dresses draw attention to the upper body and allow the rest of the fabric to softly flow over the lower half. Look for dresses with a soft v-neckline, a-line skirt and widely cinched waist to ensure that it fits your shape like a dream.
 

Rectangle

Adding definition is key for this shape. Look for form-fitting shapes, gentle ruching to create a curvy illusion and revealing necklines. A dress with a square neck and nipped or fitted waist is a great choice. Accents like belts can also create definition for this body shape. Full printed skirts are another dress element that can create a curvier look for a rectangle.

Triangle

Bottom-heavy shapes benefit greatly from styles that accentuate the top half of the body. Empire cuts are especially flattering, as are a-line styles. A dress with a lightly embellished neckline and straps serves to draw attention upward. Look for a dress bottom that flows loosely over the hips and below the knees.
 

Olive Oil and hair health

you can make one of the best homemade hair treatments with olive oil.
And your hair will be more manageable and look healthier and you will have a clean scalp after an Olive Oil Hair treatment.

We all have different types of hair one has straight hair, the other wavy and of course curly hair. Olive oil and dreadlocks mix perfectly, it makes the dreadlocks soft but without the build-up standard hair-grease or pomades would do.

Extra virgin Olive Oil has a high level of mono-unsaturated fatty acids and antioxidant vitamin E that moisturizes, protects and nourishes. It makes your hair grow stronger and can be kept in a longer hairstyle
without a must to cut. It is very beneficial for dry, damaged, or split hair.

 how to use the olive oil 

-heat it in a coffee mug in the microwave so that it's warm ....not hot ( if it's hot it will burn your scalp...if you heat it too much, let it sit & cool until it's cooled down enough that you can stick you finger in it for 5 seconds)
 

- use it on dry hair ( so the oil can seep in better)
take a comb & dip in in the mug & comb it through your hair in sections...making sure to get the ends good
 

- if there's any left over after your hair is fully saturated, I just pour the rest over my head (carefully)
 

-put a shower cap over your head & jump in the shower & wash up ( the heat/steam of the shower will help it get in the hair better....plus, it helps with saving time :) )
 

- after 5 minutes in the shower, take the cap off & just pour shampoo on your head BEFORE putting any water on it. ( you may need to shampoo it a couple of times in order to get the stuff out ) 

- you don't need to use a conditioner afterwords

- when you are in the shower, just be careful that you don't slip on the oil that comes off your hair

the good habits for your mind

The connection between mental health and physical health is well-documented. Follow these suggestions for great habits to help keep your mind healthy.

* Meditate. Daily meditation, even for just five minutes, can greatly reduce your stress level by helping start your day centered and free from worry.
 

* Take a bath. Soaking in a warm tub surrounded by quiet and calm can work wonders on the stress from the day.
 

 * Be grateful. Take the time to reflect on the wonderful people and things in your life. Being grateful positively affects physical health.
 

  * Forgive. Learn to let go of anger and grudges so you can focus on more positive things in life.
 

* Thank the universe. No matter how you thank the universe, be it through prayer or simply acknowledging the beauty of the natural world, take a moment to acknowledge your appreciation every day.
 

* Be adventurous. Open your mind to new experiences. Don’t shy away from something just because it is unknown, instead, embrace the opportunity to try something new.
 

  * Keep in touch with emotions. Identify your emotions and accept them for what they are rather than pretending they don’t exist to stay healthy mentally.
 

* Think positively. Positive thinking puts you in the right frame of mind to accomplish your goals, help you appreciate what you have, and generally keep you happy and healthy.
 

* Smile. Smile and laugh often to help you feel better as well as those around you.
 

  * Confidence. Even if you are trying something new, remain confident and you may be surprised to learn how good it makes you feel.
 

* Flexibility. Learn to be flexible even when faced with something you may feel uncomfortable about trying. An open mind not only teaches you something new, it goes a long way to helping you stay happy too.

the good habits for your body health

From exercise to better nutrition to eliminating bad habits, these suggestions are all great habits to keep your body in the best health possible.

* Exercise. Do something every day, whether it is a walk around the block or a trip to the gym, to get your body moving.
 

* Drink water. Keeping hydrated with fresh, clean water is one of the healthiest habits you can create.
 

* Go natural. Select only the best foods for your body. Don’t depend on prepackaged foods, instead, take the time to learn how and why you should eat naturally.
 

* Organic. Eating organic food eliminates chemicals from your diet and the food tastes better. Read the Organic Guide for news, recipes, and ideas for going organic.
 

* Less fast food. Reducing the saturated fats and poor quality of fast food is a great habit to keep your body healthy.
 

* Eliminate white sugar. Refined "table" sugar creates unhealthy fluctuations in blood-sugar levels, which results in many health problems, including cardiovascular and cholesterol issues, so use natural sweeteners such as honey, cane sugar, or agave instead.
 

* Floss. Dental health is incredibly important. Infections that develop in your gums can quickly spread to other parts of your body.
 

 * Green tea. Full of antioxidants, green tea is an excellent drink to have every day and a great substitute for sodas.
 

 * Yoga. Whether you attend a class or just do a few poses at home, take some time to practice a bit of yoga every day to keep your body and your mind in shape.
 

 * Eat balanced. Get a balance of several fruits, vegetables, grains, and proteins in your diet rather than relying on just one or two staples.
 

 * Vitamins. Get in the habit of taking a good-quality multivitamin every day to ensure you are giving your body all that it needs to function well.
 

* Check-ups. Visit your doctor at least once a year to ensure you are staying healthy. Preventative healthcare is less expensive and better for you.
 

* Professional teeth cleaning. Visit your dentist and get your teeth cleaned twice a year to keep your mouth clean and healthy.
 

* Maintain a healthy weight. Constantly losing and gaining large amounts of weight is not good for your body, so keep your weight at a healthy place.
 

* No smoking. Stop smoking right now. Your body and your wallet will benefit from this habit.
  * Limit alcohol. Alcohol in moderation is not only better for your body, but will help your budget too.
 

 * Protect your skin. Wear sunscreen and a hat when you are outside all year round to protect your skin from damaging rays.
 

* Posture. Start standing and sitting up straight for a healthier and more attractive posture.
 

Everyday Habits for Your Health

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In the Morning

Start your day the right way with these great habits that will promote health and less stress.

   *. Wake early. Give yourself time to shake the sleep from your head as well as provide a little extra time to do the things that are important. Read the news, email friends, or take care of other personal business without feeling rushed or guilty.
  

.* Don’t snooze. Snoozing guarantees that you will not be getting quality sleep during those last few minutes or hours of the morning. Make a change for a better start to your morning and skip the snooze.
 

  * Get a pleasant alarm. Instead of waking up startled, try an alarm that wakes you up gently such as the Zen alarm clock and start your morning off peacefully.
 

  *. Just sleep enough. Whether you need six hours or nine, find out how much sleep you really need and stick with it.
 

   * Eat breakfast. Not only will morning fuel from breakfast get your body going, you will eat less at lunch too.
 

 * Slow down. Give yourself time to do what has to be done in the morning rather than frantically rushing around to get everything done in time to leave the house.
 

In the Evening

Evening routines set the stage for a calm before bed and eliminate some of the stress of a hurried morning. Use these suggestions for less stress in your life.

   *  Go to bed at the same time. A consistent bedtime schedule will ensure you get necessary sleep and you will wake up feeling rested, refreshed, and ready for your day.
 

  *  Lay out clothes. Make sure everything is ironed and ready to go for the next morning so you aren’t rushing around or trying to select something to wear while half asleep.
 

   * Pack lunches. Prepare lunches for yourself and anyone else in the family the night before using a lunch-packing system like the Japanese bento box or Laptop Lunches.
 

   *Straighten up. Clean up the clutter that gets left behind each day to avoid having a bigger mess to clean later down the road.
 

  *Wash dishes. Take care of this task in the evening so you will have a kitchen clean ready for breakfast the next morning.
  * Shower. Not only will a shower save you time in the morning, but washing off the dirt, pollen, and toxins from the day leaves you cleaner, and you may even get a better night’s sleep.
 

  * Relax. Take some time to do something you enjoy such as read a magazine, watch a little TV, or talk with a friend on the phone.
 

* Get a good night’s rest. Just before bed, it’s best to avoid caffeine and alcohol, leave your worries behind you, and sip some chamomile tea to ensure you get a great night’s sleep.
 

  * Be ready to go. Put bags, keys, backpacks, and whatever else you need to take with you in the morning in the same place each evening so you will not spend wasted time and stress looking for them in the morning.
 

Ways To Release Stress

Ways To Release Stress

1. Learn to say no. Sometimes we feel overwhelmed and stressed because we take on everything people ask from us. Be selective and think over what is what you really want to take on.

2. Express your needs. How often does it happen that we are angry that things don't happen the way we want. And then we realise that we did not even tell what or how we want. Don't be shy, tell to others your needs and wants.

3. Relax. Find out what helps you relaxing. It could be yoga or meditation, breathing or massage for you, everyone has different methods for this.

4. Give yourself a break. How? Go away for the weekend to somewhere nice, treat yourself to a bath, a nice film or candlelight dinner. Decorate your home with flowers, read a good book in a park. The number of possibilities is illimited.

5. Make time for your hobbies. Sometimes focussing on one matter contributes to having a high stress level. Put aside some time for your hobbies and see how this will fill you with energy again.

6. Talk to people. Surround yourself with positive people, talk to them, or just listen to them. They might inspire you or help you out, even if just as a sounding board.

7. Give out your feelings. Find a way to express your feelings. Talk to others or write a diary or just hit your pillow.

8. Prioritize. When you are overwhelmed with lots of things on your to-do list, find out what is important and urgent and deal with those things first.

9. Keep to a regular schedule. Habits can help you reduce your stress level.

10. Have a constructive self-talk to yourself. Don't talk negatively of yourself and stop with negative beliefs like "I am not worth anything", "Even for this job I was rejected" etc.

11. Do some sports. Sports are a very good way of decompressing yourself, you can use the energy here that you would spend on dealing with your stress for other purposes. And it is also healthy!

12. Eat healthy food. Make sure your body and mind receives what it is ought to receive and that it has the right nutritive intake.

13. Ask yourself: is it really worth? Is the subject really worth upsetting yourself or stressing you? Will stress help you? Probably not, so why do it?

14. Get professional help. Talk to your coach or therapist to help you move out from your negative mood.

15. Take note of positives. Even if you feel you have the worst day of your life, there is always something positive happening as well. Make a list of positives, even if just small and remind yourself of these rather than on negative outcomes.

hair care advice

  

The following are some

basic hair care tips that you can use to improve the health and look of your hair. 

General

A healthy lifestyle will mean healthier hair for you. Excessive stress, smoking, not exercising and not eating nutritiously are not healthy for your hair.

Get enough sleep.

Hair Products (Gel, mouse, hair spary...)

Avoid using hair styling products with alcohol which dries out hair.

Avoid puting hair styling products directly on your scalp, if you put it on your scalp you'll clog the pores on your head.

Swimming
 
Before entering a pool, wet your hair so your hair will soak up the initial water instead of the chlorinated water.

When swimming where a cap to protect your hair from chlorinated water, if you choose not to wear a cap make sure you shampoo and condition your hair right after you are done swimming.

Drying
 
Hot air can be damaging to your hair so when using a hair dryer use the cool setting.

Don't leave the blowdryer in one spot for more than a few seconds, keep it moving and at a good distance away from your hair.

To speed up the drying process, pat your hair dry with a towell and let the remaining moisture in your hair dry naturally.

Gently use your fingers or a pick to untangle any knots while your hair is drying.

the skin care

 

 the skin care

1. Protect yourself from the sun. Especially between the hours of 10 & 2. Apply sunscreen before you go out & avoid direct sunlight.

2. Do not smoke. Smoking impairs circulation in the skin dramatically. Look at the face of one of the friend who is a smoker - smokers' skin looks dull & gray.
3. To give proper nutrition to your skin, eat healthy & get adequate rest. Keep vitamins such as C & E in your diet regimen.

4. Protect yourself from both emotional & environmental stress.

5. Wash your face frequently (3 to 5 times a day). This helps in removing dead skin cells, dirt, & dust from your face.

6. Give special attention to elbows, heels, neck, & decolletage as they require moisturizing. Similarly, your scalp & the tops of your feet need sun protection.

7. Know your skin type. Depending on your skin type (oily, dry or combination) & the time of year, there are different products that treat & enhance
your skin. Different treatments will have very different results. It is important to know your skin's requirements.

8. Exercise regularly. It promotes capillary functioning which can decrease premature aging. It also increases oxygen supply to the tissues which keeps skin looking young.

9. Remember! Aging is a natural (& beautiful) process that happens to all of us. Certain products can help to offset wrinkles, scars, freckles, dings & dents etc., but acceptance, not denial, looks better on everyone.

10. Always use natural cosmetics & beauty products.

Health and Fitness

Health and Fitness can make all that difference in one's life.This vitamin ensures the smooth functioning of life processes and this is very important for maintaining healthy nervous system. You might not be able to spend your valuable time on complicated medications and diet controls, but, you can find articles to help you have a better living using simple and easy techniques.

 

walking or running

t's walking or running. These are not only the oldest form of exercise, but among the most healthful. Here are just a few of their benefits:

• Running burns more calories in less time than almost any other continuous exercise.
• A regular running or walking program lowers your risk of life-threatening maladies such as heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes.
• Walking is a low-impact exercise that produces less stress on the knees and joints than many other activities do.
• Both walking and running produce endorphins, brain chemicals that make you feel happy and confident.
• Both are social activities, you can run or walk with a friend, your kids, or even strangers in a race.

Why is breakfast important?

One of the best reasons is that, it's at the start of the day And it

is good to eat your biggest meal at this day because it gives you all/most of the energy and nutrients needed to start the day healthily. During your sleep, your body is digesting food from the previous day and burning calories. Eating breakfast restores energy.

Also, if you eat a large enough breakfast, you will feel less hungry during the afternoons or evening, and therefore consume less. This comes in quite handy as people who don't eat breakfast end up consuming plenty of food later in the day, and this massive amount of consumption leads to weight gain.

A proper breakfast gives your body the right nutrients and calories needed to jump start your day

Typical Foods for a Healthy Breakfast

Eating a healthy breakfast sets you up for nutritious eating choices for the rest of the day. Getting a morning meal allows you to include more nutrients into your diet, increases concentration and productivity and could help you control your weight. Many foods that are commonly associated with breakfast are healthy choices and have a place in a well-balanced diet.
 

Fruit

Many people include fruit with a healthy breakfast, which increases your essential nutrient intake. Most kinds of fruit are healthy sources of vitamins A and C and getting adequate amounts supports your immune system and aids in wound healing. Fruit in the morning is also a healthy way to get carbohydrates, which fuels your body to get through your tasks. Eating fruit for breakfast also increases your fiber intake and apples, pears and raspberries are particularly high in fiber. Adding sliced bananas or berries to your cereal or oatmeal is a smart way to incorporate them into your breakfast; smoothies are a quick use for lots of fruit and whole fruit is commute-friendly.

 

Oatmeal

Oatmeal is a warm and hearty breakfast for a cold day. It is high in fiber, which fills you up because it is digested slowly. Fiber also supports healthy digestion and keeps cholesterol levels at a desirable number. Oatmeal is a whole grain, which means it is a good source of complex carbohydrates for long-lasting energy. Making a bowl of oatmeal topped with dried cranberries and a handful of chopped nuts will add some heart healthy fats, protein and additional carbohydrates to your morning meal.

Eggs

Eggs are a standard option on most breakfast menus, both at home or in a restaurant. They are quick to prepare, versatile and inexpensive while also being a healthy source of protein. Protein in the morning gives you energy and helps you focus. Making an omelet with diced vegetables will give you an extra dose of fiber, carbohydrates and vitamins A and C. Scrambled eggs with whole-wheat toast and fruit is the right combination of fat, carbohydrates and protein for a morning meal.
 

Waffles or Pancakes

Having waffles or pancakes for breakfast in moderate portion sizes, offers several benefits. Choose whole-grain versions for a larger intake of complex carbohydrates and fiber for energy and satiety. Top with a small amount of reduced-fat peanut butter for some healthy fats and protein and some sliced bananas for additional vitamins without overdoing it on fat and calories. Skip toppings that are often served with pancakes and waffles, but are just empty calories. This includes butter, syrup and powdered sugar. Applesauce is a sweet alternative to these items that isn't high in fat and calories and contains some additional fiber.