Showing posts with label Fitness. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Fitness. Show all posts

Thursday, 9 March 2017

08:21:00

How Jackfruit Seeds Help Curing Skin and 6 Remarkable Benefits of it

How Jackfruit Seeds Help Curing Skin and 6 Remarkable Benefits of it 

Fitness, Direct From Kitchen, SkinCare, Top7, igirlythingx, igirlythings, Beauty Hacks 

Jackfruit is the largest tree fruit in the world, capable of growing big and heavy. It's packed with protein and loads of other nutrients like Vitamin B and Potassium. But, did you know that the seeds of this fruit are healthy too? These seeds are rich in thiamin and riboflavin which help in turning the food you eat into energy and keep your eyes, skin and hair healthy. The seeds also provide small amounts of minerals like zinc, iron, calcium, copper, potassium and magnesium.

Jackfruit seeds contain compounds that have an antimicrobial effect, which could help prevent contamination with bacteria that cause food borne illnesses. These seeds have also been used in traditional medicine to help with digestive tract problems, although more research is necessary to verify these potential benefits.

Benefits of Jackfruit Seeds:

1. Fights Wrinkles

In order to avoid wrinkles on your skin take a seed of jackfruit and grind it smoothly in cold milk for some time. Apply this paste on your face regularly to keep fine lines away. This is one of the chief benefits of jackfruit seeds and is bound to give your skin a boost of youth. Jackfruit seeds are also great for your skin’s texture. Soak the seeds with some milk and honey and grind it into a fine paste. Apply this on your face evenly and let it dry completely. Wash off with lukewarm water.

2. Helps in Curing Mental Stress and Skin Diseases

Since jackfruit seeds are high in proteins and other micronutrients, they help in managing mental stress levels and various other skin diseases. Consume jackfruit seeds to keep the skin moisture levels high and your hair in good condition.

3. Prevents Anaemia

Eating jackfruit seeds can give your daily nutrition an iron boost. Jackfruit seeds are a great source of iron which is a component of hemoglobin. A diet which is rich in iron eliminates the risk of anemia and other blood disorders. Iron also keeps the brain and heart healthy and strong

4. Healthy Hair and Good Eyesight

Jackfruit seeds help in maintaining good eyesight as they contain Vitamin A. Vitamin A is one of the most important nutrients for eye health and a diet rich in this vitamin helps keep night blindness at bay. Vitamin A also promotes healthy hair and prevents brittle hair.

5. Prevents Indigestion

The powdered jackfruit seeds are known to give instant relief from indigestion. Sun dry the seeds first and then grind them to a powder. Store this powder for a quick, homemade remedy for indigestion. You can also consume Jackfruit seeds directly for constipation as it is a rich source of dietary fiber.

6. Builds Muscles

Jackfruit seeds comprise high quality proteins which aids in building muscles. The proteins we get from jackfruits is free from cholesterol.

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Saturday, 25 February 2017

01:46:00

Top 10 Benefits Of Lemon Water You Didn’t Know About

Top 10 Benefits Of Lemon Water You Didn’t Know About



Fitness, Direct From Kitchen, igirlythingx

Lemon – well known remedy in many health problems, and its fans are testifying exceptional benefits that lemon gives to body. Also has qualities when it comes to preserving health.
They can be used for numerous purposes besides being natural cure. We are presenting list of all less known lemon benefits.
The true miracle lays in lemon water:


#1 Boosts the Digestive System

In order to get it operate in perfection, lemon water does the trick. Its pectin fibers stimulate the colon to work ideally and get cleansed also.
Therefore drink lemon water every morning. That way you improve the work of your digestive system and also destroy toxins build up from day before.


#2  Body Rehydration

Lemons have been used to revive organisms and boost their energy, since ancient times. Being rich in electrolyte content, lemons are perfect to make up all lost liquids, because rehydrates after sweating, exercising daily basis.


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#3 Improves the Eyesight

Since we were kids we know that eating carrots is good for the eyes, but its place took lemon, when it comes to vision. These are citrus fruits, loaded with antioxidants, also vitamin C and due to it lemon has ability to protect eye from macular degeneration and cataracts.


#4 Skin Glow and Smoothness

Lemon water allows skin to retrieve its natural glow, shine and silky look. More it is consumed it, the more effect on skin. Since it has antioxidants, may just be optimal skin cleanser products.


#5 Exceptional Potassium Source

Lemons are great potassium environment, as preserve of health. Lemons will bring fantastic source of potassium. On the long run, keeps liver, brain, heart and muscles healthy.


#6 Prevents Illnesses and Diseases

Lemon easily treats colds and fever. Because lemons are packed with vitamin C, which is significant for fighting bacteria and infections, lemon enables body to fight off successfully.


#7 Reduces Inflammations

If lemon water is taken constantly then body fight against inflammation more quickly and effectively, and lemon water reduces odds for an inflammation. Lemons decrease the body acidity, lowers uric acid.


#8 Regulates the pH Balance

Although lemon has an acidic taste, it does not do acidity inside the organism. Lemon stabilizes pH balance inside the body by creating alkalization, and further on, helps digestive system to work even better. Lemon also regulates any cholesterol imbalance and helps treating diabetes issues.


#9 Recharges the Metabolism

Lemon water is a great benefit for those who are looking forward to lose weight. It boosts and accelerates metabolism and thus burns more fats. Besides that it suppresses unhealthy food cravings due to its pectin fiber content.


#10 Substitutes Morning Coffee

Lemon water can bring same effect as morning coffee does, but with more healthy kick. Moreover, coffee’s effects last only 2-3 hours but lemon water can act entire day and to keeps body active and energized. It is very healthy to drink lemon water for 15 days, to feel powered-up.


BONUS BENEFIT OF LEMON Liver Stimulation

In order for liver to works best of its ability lemon water comes as key. It is toxin cleanser, natural antioxidant, and provides all benefits for healthy liver.

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Sunday, 19 February 2017

04:34:00

Mwah ! Top 5 Health Benefits of Smooching

Mwah ! Top 5 Health Benefits of Smooching
Fitness, Relationships, igirlythings, igirlythingx, Lips, Top7


Whether you're making out with a new fling or smacking lips with your partner of 10 years, kissing isn't just for fun, it's also good for your health. Here are some reasons you should spend a little more time smooching.Getting into a serious French kissing session increases saliva production, which helps to wash away bacteria. This means kissing can help prevent tooth decay and cavities.


  1. Smooching is a major stress reliever, because in a way, it's kind of like meditation. It replaces negative feelings with an intensely happy buzz that can help you (briefly) forget about work deadlines, the fight you had with your sister, or the missing muffler on your car.
  2. Locking lips is a workout for your facial muscles, which can keep that area taut, making you look younger.

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  3. Kissing burns calories, which translates to weight loss. A 20-minute make-out session on your couch burns 40 calories, and it's way more fun than hitting the treadmill.
  4. Kissing boosts your immunity. All that swapping spit exchanges germs, too, which forces your body to produce antibodies to prevent you from getting sick. It's like getting a vaccination, so keep the kisses coming in order to keep you healthy.
  5. You can kiss allergies goodbye, too. A Japanese study showed that 30 minutes of kissing reduced blood levels of IgE, an allergy antibody. I'd much rather kiss than pop allergy pills!

Monday, 13 February 2017

07:51:00

Here Are The 7 Best Matte Lipstick Hacks

Here Are The 7 Best Matte Lipstick Hacks




Top7, Natural Ways, Fitness, Fashion, igirlythings, igirlythingx, Makeup, Lips, Beauty Hacks, Beauty

Does any other lip product dry out your lips like matte lipstick? Nope, but every makeup hoarder has at least one they're willing to suffer chapped lips for. If you're determined to rock this classic lip look, these matte lipstick hacks are guaranteed to keep your lipstick in place and your kisser moisturized.



#1 Exfoliate Your Lips

One of the biggest drawbacks of wearing matte lipstick is its tendency to find dry spots on your lips and rudely highlight them for all the world to see. Matte lipstick can't cling on to dry spots that aren't there, so exfoliate your lips before applying.

#2 Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize

Matte lipstick doesn't draw the line at just clinging dry patches on your lips — some formulas can be majorly drying, adding more dry patches. It's like a snake eating its own tail, but with red lips. Break the cycle by applying a moisturizing lip balm (you can even make one of your own) after exfoliating. Give it a few minutes to absorb, and your pout is ready for some matte action.


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#3 Maximize Longevity With Lip Primer

If you are not into lip primers just yet, that needs to change. Because a lip primer works with your exfoliator and moisturizer to ensure even, long-lasting wear from your lipstick. Maybe that's what we need to get through the day with a dark lip.

#4 Make Any Lipstick Matte

Meet translucent powder, your new favorite multi-use product. The folks recommend using translucent powder to set lipstick, and it's a totally useful trick. Simply take a sheet of tissue paper and pull it apart so you're left with two single ply sheets. Rest a sheet across your lips and dust a light layer of powder across your lips and voila, your lips are ready to take on a coffee mug.

#5 For Very Dry Lips, Consider A Cream(ier) Formula

Part of the appeal of matte lipstick is it's, well, matte finish, but if you're struggling with very dry, cracked lips (and at this time of year, who isn't?), a creamier formula could be more comfortable for you to wear.

#6 Keep lips hydrated

This will help keep your lips hydrated since matte lipstick can be super drying. Applying balm before the lipstick instead of after will help keep your lips looking totally matte. 

#7 Gives your middle or bottom lip a fuller effect

Bold matte lipstick can actually make your lips look smaller so this trick will help counter that effect. Highlighter adds extra volume on your bottom lip where the sun would naturally hit. Apply after your lipstick, and stick with a powder highlighter, to keep the matte look intact. 


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Friday, 10 February 2017

07:16:00

Natural Ways To Put An End To Annoying Skin Problems

Natural Ways To Put An End To Annoying Skin Problems


Natural Ways, Home Remedies, Direct From Kitchen, SkinCare, Fitness, Beauty, DIY
#1 Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple Cider Vinegar is extremely helpful in curing warts. It has anti-inflammatory properties, which helps you get rid of the viruses and bacteria which cause warts.

How To Use It
  1. Soak a cotton ball in Apple Cider Vinegar and apply it on the washed area of your wart.
  2. Cover it with a duct tape and leave it for a day.
  3. Or, do this at night before going to bed, and remove it in the morning.

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#2 Garlic

Garlic is a great herb to remove warts.

How To Use It

  1. Mash some garlic cloves and apply on the wart area.
  2. Cover it with a bandage.
  3. Do this process twice a day until the warts disappear.

#3 Banana

Bananas have been used extensively to get rid of warts.

How To Use It
  1. Scrape the inside of the banana peel and apply it on your warts.
  2. Applying it several times a day helps get rid of warts faster.
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#4 Pure Raw Honey

Organic honey, or pure raw honey act well in removing the warts. Honey comes with antibacterial properties. It works as an occlusion therapy, stops oxygen supply to your warts and kills them.

How To Use It

  1. Simply apply honey on the affected area and cover with a bandage.
  2. Leave it overnight and rinse off in the morning.
  3. Apply until the warts disappear.

All the above remedies can also be used for moles, blackheads, and ageing marks, just that way.

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Wednesday, 8 February 2017

05:45:00

Why to Add Turmeric into Your DIY Skin Care Routine ?

Why to Add Turmeric into Your DIY Skin Care Routine ?




SkinCare, Direct From Kitchen, Fitness, DIY, Natural Ways, Tutorials, Makeup, Beauty, Beauty Hacks

Turmeric Is the Hottest Ingredient to Add Into Your DIY Skin Care Routine
If rubbing a bright orange substance on your face makes you feel like Donald Trump, don't worry — what we're about to tell you has nothing to do with politics. The formula we're referring to is the turmeric spice, and it's a buzzy term in the holistic health community right now. The spice hails from India and has traditionally been used in cooking (it's part of the ginger root family). But these days, people are adding it to everything from their smoothies to face masks. We're going to explore the latter since turmeric has many amazing beauty uses.

"Turmeric is an age-old ingredient used for its internal as well as external health-and-beauty-promoting properties," explained Sheetal Rawal, a scientist and founder of brand Apsara. "It has been used in the Indian subcontinent for thousands of years for its natural antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and color-balancing properties. Currently, it is also gaining quite some fame in the West for its significant antioxidant properties."

This ability to bring down inflammation translates to skin care by minimizing acne or bringing down a rosacea flare-up. You can also rely on it for antiaging benefits. "It is loaded with key vitamins that facilitate important skin renewal processes, such as the creation of collagen,"

"Extracts from turmeric, known as tetrahydrocurcuminoids, efficiently quench free radicals on the surface of the skin due to their antioxidant properties. This protects against damage from ultraviolet radiation and environmental irritants."

In fact, it is even incorporated into prebridal Indian rituals, during which the bride and groom are massaged with a turmeric-infused, homemade herbal concoction. "Turmeric in this age-old concoction is supposed to bring out the 'hidden glow' of the skin,"

Keep reading to hear more from these pros and others about how to incorporate turmeric into your beauty routine — DIY recipes included!

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DIY:

"For acne-prone skin, I love this DIY recipe because it quickly calms, clears, and minimizes breakouts," she added. "It also helps to keep pores clear, which means there will be fewer future breakouts.



Turmeric Acne Mask:



  1. A pinch of ground turmeric
  2. 1 tablespoon mashed ripe banana
Apply to clean skin and leave on for 5 to 10 minutes, then rinse off with warm water.

"This recipe works because turmeric is incredibly high in antioxidants and is also naturally antibacterial,"  "Bananas are high in potassium, zinc, rutin, which is great for calming irritation. And it has natural enzymes that are effective at treating acne. I also like using bananas for DIY recipes because they are inexpensive, easy to mash to a smooth consistency and are less prone to dripping off of my face."

Minimizes Dark Spots, Pigmentation, and Melasma

DIY:


Homemade Glycolic Acid Mask:


  1. 1 teaspoon jaggery powder (or dark brown sugar)
  2. 1 teaspoon tomato juice
  3. 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
  4. 1/8 teaspoon turmeric powder
  5. Warm green tea to turn to paste

Mix well and apply to your skin. Wash off after 12 to 15 minutes.

"In this remedy, turmeric supports and enhances the natural antipigmentation effects of jaggery and lemon, which are both sources of alpha-hydroxy acids (glycolic acid and citric acid),". "Alpha-hydroxy acids speed up the rate at which upper layers of the skin are shed, thus bringing the healthier layers underneath to surface quickly."

Rawal also explains that sugar cane (and jiggery or dark brown sugar derived from it) can banish dark spots, blemishes, and dark patches (melasma). "When used appropriately, sugar cane effectively tackles all signs of hyperpigmentation naturally, because it is a natural source of glycolic acid," she said. "Glycolic acid and citric acid are both alpha-hydroxyl acids and can be superb in diminishing skin imperfections."

Erases Fine Lines, Wrinkles, and Other Signs of Aging Skin
Treats: aging skin
Why: "As an antioxidant, turmeric keeps in check and reverses damage done by excess amounts of free radicals," Rawal said. "For example, excess exposure to direct sunlight can cause free radical damage that is externally seen as lines, wrinkles, dehydration, and sunspots. In comes turmeric. Thanks to its awesome antioxidant and skin-calming properties, overexposed skin can be healed naturally."

DIY:
Anitaging Turmeric and Grape Mask:

  1. 2 teaspoon grape pulp (smash some grapes; be sure to include the skins)
  2. 1 teaspoon cool black tea
  3. 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder (do not go over this quantity — turmeric can stain the skin)
  4. 1 teaspoon jaggery powder (or powdered brown sugar)
  5. Enough rose water to make a thick paste

Mix well and apply to your skin. Do not go too close to the eye area. Wash it off after 15 minutes.

"This homemade face mask remedy uses the antioxidant power of grapes (resveratrol), tea, and turmeric to give your skin a phenomenal boost," . "Antioxidants reduce signs of aging by reducing and checking the free radical damage to skin. Glycolic acid (alpha-hydroxy acid) from jaggery speeds up the skin's renewal process. Therefore, this face mask is not only great for its natural antiaging properties, it also enhances the glow of your skin. Use it one to two times a week and always follow with a serum and lotion for your skin type."

Detoxifies Skin
Turmeric oil and coffee oil are two key ingredients that give our anti-inflammatory, ultra-nourishing, antioxidant-packed Oil Serum its magical touch. Boom, pow.
Treats: congestion
Why: "Turmeric regulates oil production, reduces inflammation, and heals scars, especially those from acne," noted Grigore.

DIY:
Chickpea-Turmeric Detox Mask:


  1. 1 tablespoon chickpea flour or mashed chickpeas
  2. Generous pinch of turmeric powder (enough to tint the mixture yellowish)
  3. 1 tablespoon water

Combine chickpeas and turmeric in a small bowl, then stir in the water. If you’re using cooked or canned chickpeas, make sure to really mix in the turmeric. "You can apply with your fingers," 

Note - It will feel as if you are putting hummus on your face — you kind of are. For maximum detox benefit, let it dry before washing it off

Keep it sealed in your fridge for up to a week. This recipe makes two to three applications. I also noted that the mask can be a bit drying, so definitely follow with a moisturizer.

"Turmeric is really fantastic for those suffering with acne, as it helps regulate oil production, has antibacterial properties, reduces inflammation, fades acne scarring and other skin inconsistencies, and fights free radicals," I explained. "And chickpeas are an amazing detoxifier. They pull out harmful toxins, neutralize free radicals, heal sun damage, and generally energize your skin (and your insides, too, of course). The combination of these two ingredients in this mask makes for a superpowerful detoxifying, acne-healing mask."

Depuffs Facial Bloat
Use: puffiness
Why: "Turmeric has been known to be as helpful in treating inflammation as some over-the-counter medicines,". "Ingesting it in powdered or pill form helps to debloat the body. You can also achieve the same soothing effect of this natural anti-inflammatory when you apply it onto your skin. Your skin will be bright and depuffed after a DIY mask or product containing this amazing spice!"

DIY:
Soothing and Depuffing Tumeric Mask:


  1. 1 tablespoon organic Greek yogurt
  2. 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  3. 1 teaspoon finely chopped parsley

Mix all ingredients together and leave on for 10 minutes. Remove with a warm cloth.

"This DIY mask is amazing for all skin types but especially those with sensitive skin, redness, irritation, or breakouts," . "All of these skin issues indicate that inflammation is high in the body. So applying one of nature’s strongest anti-inflammatory ingredients onto the skin really helps to soothe and hydrate any skin ailment."


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