Being healthy and beautiful inside out!

We serve an Awesome God. He forgive our sins but heals our disease too!
Psalm 103:3
Healing comes from our Lord.
The health and beauty tips shared here are collected and compiled from the net, heard from elders, read in books, passed on through generations.
The health and beauty care tips mentioned here are all natural/ off the kitchen shelf, made from fruits, vegetables, spices, herbs etc.
Need to remember..
Proverbs 1:30
Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised.
So inner beauty is more important than outer. To have a beautiful personality we need to be beautiful from within and we sure can take care to be fit, healthy and look good on the out too.
Be blessed, refreshed not just physically but spiritually too as you stop by here.
To Yeshua be All Glory and Honor!
Julia

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

To naturally get rid of excess water weight in body quickly ...


According to Jillian Michaels - To naturally get rid of excess water weight quickly ...

>>Limit your salt or sodium intake to only 1500mg a day so you won't retain any fluid (water weight) and for an extra weight loss boost...
>>Lower your salt intake to 500mg for only a few days (usually no longer than 2 days) to shed those water pounds quickly and...
>>The main high sodium foods to avoid are: canned, frozen, processed, & packaged foods and...
>>Drink 2 liters of distilled water each day to flush out the excess water weight you're carrying around now - Distilled water is basically PURE water with no salt or minerals in it.

Tuesday, September 8, 2009

The Correct Way To Drink Water: By Dr. Willie T . Ong

The Correct Way To Drink Water:
By Dr. Willie T . Ong
Our bodies are made up of mostly water. Just look at the facts: The brain contains 74% water, blood contains 83% water, lean muscle has 75% and bone has 22% water.. Experts agree that water is one of the most powerful forms of treatment. So how come most people don't drink enough water?
10 Health Benefits of Water:
1. Water prevents kidney stones. The most common cause of kidney stones is not drinking enough water. Since water dissolves the substances that form stones in the urine, drinking 12 glasses daily helps treat kidney stones.
2. Water treats urinary tract infection. The more water you drink, the more you will urinate. "Drinking lots of water will help flush out harmful bacteria from your bladder," says Medical City kidney specialist Dr. Roberto Tanchanco.
3. Water helps patients with diarrhea by preventing dehydration. As a first-aid for diarrhea, you can make your own oral rehydration solution at home. Mix a glass of water with 2 teaspoons sugar and ¼ teaspoon salt, and drink as much as you can tolerate. This is similar to the dextrose solution in the hospital.
4. Water helps reduce fever. For symptoms of flu, water can help lower your body temperature when you urinate the "heat" out of your body. If you're sick, drink more water for you to recover faster.
5. Water helps treat cough and colds, sore throat, and respiratory infections. Wat er helps loosen sticky phlegm. A respected lung specialist told me that some mucolytics out there are just as beneficial as drinking lots of water.
6. Water reduces heartburn. Taking 2-3 gulps of water every 20 minutes or so can help flush the stomach acid away. Bananas and water are effective alternatives to taking antacids. Try it.
7. Water prevents constipation and its complications. Too little water can harden the stools and lead to hemorrhoids and diverticulosis, a disease of the large bowel. Drink water and eat lots of vegetables to soften your stools.
8. Water keeps you alert and energetic. If you're dehydrated, your blood is literally thicker. This makes it harder for the blood to circulate. As a result, the brain can become less active and you can feel confused and fatigued. Some studies also show that water may help cure migraine headaches.
9. Water helps reduce weight. By drinking a glass or two of water before a meal, you will lessen the amount of food you can take in order to feel full. Water has zero calories and will not make you fat.
10. Water keeps your skin soft and radiant. Just as a dehydrated person will have deep-set eyes and wrinkled skin, so will a fully hydrated person exhibit a normal and beautiful skin tone..

The Correct Way To Drink Water:
1. Drink water when you wake up. Your body loses water while yo u sleep, so drink a glass before you go to sleep, and another glass when you wake up. You are naturally thirsty or dehydrated in the morning. Drinking water in the morning helps flush out the toxins that have accumulated all night.
2. Drink 8 to 12 glasses a day. According to the Mayo Clinic, a 120-pound individual needs 8 cups of water a day, while a 190-pound person would require 12 cups daily. Dr. Robert Tanchanco says that we should monitor our urine color and keep it on the light side. However, drink only a maximum of 16 glasses a day, and not more.
3. Drink little by little throughout the day. It is preferable to sip water throughout the day rather than to drink two glasses all at once. This will lessen the stress on the heart (especially if you have heart disease) and give your body more time to absorb it.
4. Don't wait until you're thirsty to drink water. By the time you feel thirsty, you're probably already 2 glasses below your normal water needs. Elderly people are also less sensitive to the body's need for water.
5. Drink water, not soft drinks, alcohol or coffee. Some experts believe that tea, sodas and coffee can be potentially dehydrating. Moreover, the high phosphorus and sugar content in cola drinks can lead to conditions like osteoporosis and diabetes. One study shows that adults who drank six cups of coffee daily experienced mild dehydration. Drinking alcohol is much worse because it actually dehydrates you by making you urinate a lot.
6. Train children to drink water. Set a good example to your kids and drink water together. Make sure that children drink enough water when they're active. Pack a large bottled water in their lunch box.
7. Drink more when it's hot. People living in hot climates like the Philippines need to drink more water. They are more prone to develop kidney stones compared to those living in cooler regions.
8. Drink more as you exercise. When you exercise, you need to drink more water to compensate for fluid loss. Go for an extra 500 ml of water for a 30-minute to 1-hour exercise. Eating a banana also helps keep your potassium up.
9. Drink more when you're sick. Even though you don't feel like it, you really need to drink more water to help your body recover from various infections. If you're dehydrated, you'll feel much worse.
10. Drink more if you're pregnant. Women who are expecting or breast-feeding need additional fluids to stay hydrated. The Institute of Medicine recommends that pregnant women drink 10 cups of fluids daily and women who breast-feed take in about 13 cups of fluids a day.

Tuesday, September 1, 2009

Psoriasis ~home remedies

WHAT IS PSORIASIS?
Psoriasis (sore-EYE-ah-sis) is a medical condition that occurs when skin cells grow too quickly. Faulty signals in the immune system cause new skin cells to form in days rather than weeks. The body does not shed these excess skin cells, so the cells pile up on the surface of the skin and lesions form.
Read more here:
http://www.skincarephysicians.com/psoriasisnet/whatis.html
Some natural remedies:
(Compiled)
The ailment can be cured at home also, using the natural ways. In the following lines, we provide some home remedies for curing psoriasis. 
Home Remedy For Psoriasis: Simmer 25 grams each of dried burdock seed and chamomile flowers in 600 ml of water, for about 15 minutes. Strain the mixture through a clean cloth, sweeten it with honey and store it in a refrigerator. Have 3 tablespoons of the decoction, 3 to 4 times a day, on a regular basis.
 In a small cup of olive oil, put 2 drops of calendula oil and 1 drop of oregano oil. Rub it on the affected area. In 4 cups of water, boil 4 marigold heads, for about 2 minutes. Once cooled, massage the lotion into your scalp. Then, wash the hair with a mild shampoo. Add lemon juice or cider vinegar to the rinsing water to ensure a thorough rinse.
 Mix a cup of freshly prepared bitter gourd juice with a tsp of limejuice. Drink this mixture every day, on an empty stomach, for 4 to 5 days.
 Mud packs are effective in treating psoriasis. Take powdered Fuller's earth and add enough water to form a paste. Apply this paste on the affected area, let it dry and rinse off. It will help remove toxins from your skin. 
Mix Aloe Vera gel and garlic oil in equal proportions. Apply on the affected area. This is a good natural remedy for psoriasis. Seawater is beneficial in curing psoriasis. Regular seawater baths as well as application of seawater over the affected parts is one of the best ways of treating psoriasis. Wash the affected area to ensure that it is clean. 
Next, apply cashew nut oil on it and keep it overnight. Wash off in the morning. Cabbage leaves act favorably in treating psoriasis. Remove the thick veins of the leaves and wash them thoroughly. Apply on the affected area. Hot Epsom salt bath is used to treat psoriasis. Apply olive oil after the Epsom salt bath. It will prove beneficial in curing psoriasis. 
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Are there any psoriasis natural remedies? 
(Compiled)
People are still unaware of the use of herbal remedies in the treatment of this illness. Since olden day's psoriasis is treated using natural remedies and have proved its efficiency. It is safe and will remove the disease from its base without causing any harmful effect on the human body. You can take these medicines for a long period of time without any fear in the mind. Psoriasis is a chronic condition and will require treatment for months to remove it completely from the surface of skin. 
Here are a few psoriasis natural remedies which will help you in curing your illness completely. It is a hectic task and you have to wait patiently for the results to show. You cannot expect a rapid cure as this illness have got deep seated roots in the human body. 
Sunlight- This is one of the best psoriasis natural remedy. The ultra violet rays produced by the sun are known to block the formation of cytokines. This will reduce the inflammation and decrease the severity of the illness. It is advisable to expose yourself to the sun daily for 10 minutes. You can start seeing changes in your illness after a time span of 6 months. Using sunscreen lotions having SPF more than 15 is also useful to control the itching and scaling present on the skin.
 • Warm Bath- This is one of the most important psoriasis natural remedies present nowadays. Add a little amount of vegetable oil into it and wash your skin daily. This will help in softening your skin and reduce itching. Do not remain in water for more than 10 minutes if you are suffering from this illness. 
Dead Sea Salt- It is known as the best psoriasis natural remedy present in today's world. The water contains all the essential ingredients required for clearing your skin problems. Check here for more detail: http://ezinearticles.com/?Three-Golden-Psoriasis-Natural-Remedies&id=2836265 

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Health Benefits of Horse Gram Drink (Kollu)~By :ExpertLady

If you have HIGH CHOLESTEROL, want to reduce weight, have sinus issues-have loads of phlegm, in your chest-- try this BEST natural treatment:-
Stock 2kgs of kollu powder; get the gram from market;clean,wash ,dry, grind it into fine powder;
FRY it DRY add jeera salt if you WISH..
Just as you would drink instant coffee or horlicks or boost; boil water and add 2spoons of horsegram powder OR, mix in a cup of cold water and keep stirring till it thickens to porridge type..
DRINK THIS DAILY
..
Yes yes,
Side effects:-
It's very heaty; might end up with sores inside mouth;blisters;etc..so...balance it by drinking plenty of buttermilk, drink plenty of water..do something that your BODY TELLS you to balance it..but do not stop intake of horsegram..you will reduce weight dramatically, you will feel more energetic, remember you are consuming HORSEFOOD so more horsepower :P.
Enjoy all of you.. learn to keep fit, its VERY INTERESTING to LISTEN to your BODY..cheers
By :ExpertLady :)

Monday, June 29, 2009

~~OIL PULLING~~A wonderful Therapy~(Compiled)

Hi family and friends
THERE'S HEALING IN THE NAME OF JESUS/YESHUA.
1 PETER 2:24
He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed
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We can pray for each other's healing too, in the Name of JESUS/YESHUA
JAMES 5:16
Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.

The article below is just for an added information.
I heard a lot about this therapy
so did some on-line search and complied this from the net.
Check out for yourself and try it out if need be!!
Pass it on if you think it may help someone.
Good Night,
YSIC,
Julie
OIL PULLING
Dr.(med.) Karach said the Oil Pulling heals totally “head-aches, bronchitis, tooth pain, thrombosis, eczema, ulcers and diseases of stomach, intestines, heart, blood, kidney, liver, lungs and women’s diseases. It heals diseases of nerves, paralysis, and encephalitis. It prevents the growth of malignant tumors, cuts and heals them. Chronic sleeplessness is cured.”
Dr. F. Karach, M.D., presented a paper before the All-Ukrainian Association. The meeting was attended by oncologists and bacteriologists belonging to the Academy of Science of the USSR. Dr. Karach explained an unusual simple healing process using cold-pressed oils.
The result of this therapy invoked astonishment and doubt concerning the contents of his report. However, after further examining the workings of the oil therapy, one has but to then test it on oneself to prove its validity and effectiveness. It is most astonishing that such results can be achieved with this absolutely harmless biological healing method.
This simple method makes it possible to effectively treat the most varied diseases, in some cases enabling one to avoid surgical intervention and the taking of medications that can have harmful side effects.The exciting factor of this healing method is its simplicity.
It consists of swishing cold-pressed oil in the mouth( Sunflower or Sesame("gingelly oil" or "til oil" )
Plz.. note you don't need to go for organic oils only, A normal refined sunflower oil bought from any supermarket proven to be effective in many people). The healing process is accomplished by the human organism on its own. In this way it is possible to heal cells, tissue and all organs simultaneously; the body itself gets rid of toxic waste without disturbing the healthy micro flora. Dr. Karach says human beings are living only half their life span. They could potentially live healthy to be 140 to 150 years old. .
THE METHOD
In the morning before breakfast on an empty stomach you take one tablespoon in the mouth but do not swallow it. Move Oil Slowly in the mouth as rinsing or swishing and Dr Karach puts it as ' sip, suck and pull through the teeth' for fifteen to twenty minutes. This process makes oil thoroughly mixed with saliva. Swishing activates the enzymes and the enzymes draw toxins out of the blood. The oil must not be swallowed, for it has become toxic. As the process continues, the oil gets thinner and white. If the oil is still yellow, it has not been pulled long enough.It is then spit from the mouth , the oral cavity must be thoroughly rinsed and mouth must be washed thoroughly. Just use normal tap water and good old fingers to clean.
Clean the sink properly,
you can use some antibacterial soap to clean the sink. Because the spittle contains harmful bacteria and toxic bodily waste. If one were to see one drop of this liquid magnified 600 times under a microscope, one would see microbes in their first stage of development.
It is important to understand that during the oil-pulling/swishing process one's metabolism is intensified. This leads to improved health. One of the most striking results of this process is the fastening of loose teeth, the elimination of bleeding gums and the visible whitening of the teeth.
The oil pulling /swishing is done best before breakfast.
To accelerate the healing process, it can be repeated three times a day, but always before meals on an empty stomach.
Precautions
(a) Do not swallow. The oil should be spat out. But inadvertently if you swallow there is nothing to worry. It will go out through faeces. Nothing is to be done.
(b) If you are allergic to a particular brand of oil, change the brand of oil or oil itself to different oil.
(c) Sunflower and Sesame oil have been found to be equally effective in curing diseases. Other oils were not found to be as good. Do not blame oil pulling by practicing with other oils. Use refined oils.
Results of Oil Pulling
The result of this healing research has attracted amazement and resulted in further research. This additional research concerning Oil Therapy has now been thoroughly documented, especially with regard to physiological similarities between individuals. It is surprising that through this biological healing method a wide variety of symptoms have unquestionably disappeared without any side-effects. This simple method makes it possible completely heal such a wide variety of diseases which would normally be treated by an operation or by powerful or potent Drugs, usually with significant side-effects.
The simplicity of this healing system in which Oil is swirled backwards and forwards in the mouth, is due to the stimulating effect which it has on the body's eliminatory system.
Through this method it is possible to heal individual cells, cell conglomerates such as lymph nodes and more complex tissues such as internal organs simultaneously. This occurs because the beneficial microflora throughout the body are provided with a healthy continuum. Without this natural bodily intrusive element evinced by the microflora the usual pattern of human health tends to lean towards illness rather than wellness.
By means of this treatment {Oil } it is invariably the result that diseases like migraine headaches, bronchitis, diseased teeth, arterio-thrombosis, chronic blood disorders such as leukemia, arthritis and related illnesses, neuro physiological paralysis, eczema, gastro enteritis, peritonitis, heart disease, kidney disease, meningitis, and women’s hormonal disorders are completely eliminated from the organism. The benefit of Dr. Karach's method is that the oil therapy heals the whole body in perpetuity.
In terminal diseases such as cancer, Aids and chronic infections this treatment method has been shown to successfully replace all others.
Dr. Karach has successfully healed a chronic leukemia patient with 15 years of harsh treatment methods behind him. Acute arthritis in 1 patient who was totally bedridden was removed from his body in 3 days with no inflammation apparent.
NOTE: The recommended oils to use are Sunflower Oil, Seasme Oil.
We are receiving many emails about which oil to use. Our experience with thousands of people across the globe says USE COLD PRESSED OIL as first choice, if it is not available use REFINED OIL ( which seems to be effective in the process too).
We have observed that any oil other than SUNFLOWER or SEASME may not be effective.
How to do “Oil Pulling”
First thing in the morning, on an empty stomach, take 1 tablespoon of oil in the mouth, and swish and pull it through the teeth gently, not vigorously, in a comfortable way, for 10-15 minutes.
If you have the urge to swallow, take a deep breath (through the nose!) and that sometimes stops the urge. If you really need to swallow, go ahead and swallow just from the back of the throat, keeping the oil in the front of your mouth.
If it becomes too unpleasant, spit out and try again another day. It can be unpleasant at first when you’re not used to it, but soon won’t be bothersome at all, just like brushing your teeth.
When the oil has become saturated with the toxins it has pulled out, it will become white and a milky consistency. You don’t want to spit out until the oil has become white. Each time you oil pull, it can take a different amount of time to get to that point, so 15 minutes is a general rule of thumb, but you can experiment with this.
Best to spit out into the toilet, since the oil can eventually clog up the sink.
Then immediately rinse the mouth with warm salt water. Salt water rinsing isn’t absolutely necessary, but is very helpful.
You can do the oil pulling every morning if you like. It can be powerfully detoxifying, so you might want to take a break sometimes. There’s no rule about frequency - judge according to your body’s own signals.
HOW IT WORKS: "The oil pulls all mucous, bacteria and toxins from your body through your saliva, mucous is a poison that must be removed."
A worsening of symptoms and maybe even a few you never had before is an excellent indication that the disease/ailment is being cured.
"Do not stop Oil Pulling if you feel aggravated symptoms or heightened side effects." Your body is healing.
Below is a news published in THE HINDU Newspaper.http://www.thehindu.com/2008/02/29/stories/2008022951860500.htm
Oil Pulling - Gargling with Sesame Oil
Oil Pulling -
Very simple. Very effective.
The latest craze in healing modalities has turned to what is known as Oil pulling. Oil Pulling helps to get rid of many health problems and also purifies the taste – buds and the entire system.
Oil Pulling takes care of the oral health very well, thereby resulting with the significant impact on your cardio – vascular health.
Oil Pulling - The Method
In the morning, before breakfast on an empty stomach, pour one tablespoon (10ml) of Sesame Oil into your mouth. Swish and swirl the Sesame Oil gently, in a comfortable way, through the gums and teeth for about fifteen to twenty minutes.
As the process continues, the oil gets thinner and whiter. If the oil is still yellow, the pulling process is to be continued. Then Spit and rinse the oral cavity thoroughly with warm salt water. Do not swallow even a drop of oil as it contains toxins, which has been pulled out from the blood while swishing.
The spitted oil can eventually clog up the sink. Clean the sink with soap immediately after spitting.
Oil Pulling can be repeated three times a day, but always before meals on an empty stomach.
Oil Pulling - Benefits
Gargling with Sesame Oil is beneficial for strength of jaws, depth of voice, flabbiness of face, excellent sensation and good taste for food. Practicing oil pulling everyday never makes your throat dry nor your lips get cracked. Swishing process done during oil pulling intensifies the metabolism.
The striking result of oil pulling is the fastening of loose teeth, the elimination of bleeding gums and the visible whitening of the teeth.
Oil Pulling normalizes nervous activity, disappearing the pains, such as headache, backache, knee pain, leg pain etc.,
Chronic sleeplessness is cured. Harmful toxins would be eliminated without destroying any beneficial Probiotics.
Moreover doing this everyday prolong your lifespan.
- wikipedia

"When Dr Karsch examined the gargled milk-white oil under a microscope with 600 magnification, he saw live organisms swimming in it. It's poisonous, so never swallow it, he warns. These poisons are bacteria-embryos, which, if not eliminated, cause diseases. Apparently, Dr Karsch cured his own chronic blood disease and 15-year-old arthritis.
The first sign of improvement is in the teeth-they become firm and white, he says. Other healing indications: fresh, relaxed feeling on waking up, disappearing dark pouches below the eyes, anew appetite and energy, better memory and deep sleep.
Dr Karsch swears by the mouth oil-wash for anything from organ-disorders, skin-diseases, menstrual problems, paralysis to every ache and it is in the human anatomy. You can gargle even when you have fever, he says, adding, it takes anything from two days to a year to cure a disease.

Causes of Diabetes and Natural Remedies for Diabetes (compiled)

Following are the major diabetes symptoms:
1. Increased thirst
2. Frequent urination
3. Increase in appetite
4. Weight loss in type 1 diabetes
5. Obesity in type 2 diabetes
6. Skin irritation or infection
7. Decreased healing capacity
8. Weakness or loss of strength
9. Erection problems

Causes of Diabetes

Following are the major diabetes causes:
1. Hereditary factors
2. Excess intake of carbohydrate foods like chocolates, rice etc
3. Insulin deficiency
4. Insulin resistance
5. High blood pressure
6. High cholesterol
7. Stressful and over burdened life
8. Lack of exercise or physical activities
9. Excess eating habits

Diabetes Complications
1. Hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis)
2. Heart problems
3. Eye problems
4. Blindness
5. kidney problems
6. Nerve problems

1) The best remedy for Diabetes is "bitter gourd" or "Bitter Melon" (Karela). Eat this vegetable at often as you can or drink a table spoon of "Bitter Gourd Juice"( by grinding it) daily to reduce sugar level in Blood and Urine.
or
Take 1 small Bitter Gourd, remove seeds and saturate it in a cup of water overnight. Drink this water in the morning on empty stomach.

2) Take 2 tsps of powdered "fenugreek seeds" with milk or 2 tsp of "Fenugreek seeds" swallowed, whole daily, at bed time or early morning. This is another common remedy.
(OR)
Soak around 100 fenugreek seeds in 250ml of water. Leave it overnight.
Grind the mixture in the morning and sieve and drink the juice in empty stomach.
Drink this regularly for 2 months. Then check your Diabetes level.
(OR)
Soak 1 teaspoon of fenugreek seeds (Hilba) in 1 cup of water at night. Drink the water in the morning on an empty stomach and eat the seeds. Very good for diabetes because it works like insulin.

3) Eat 10 fresh fully grown "Curry Leave", every morning for 3 months.
This prevents Diabetes due to Heredity factor.
It also cures diabetes due to Obesity.

4) Drink 1litre Cinnamon water daily.
A 3 table spoon of cinnamon to 1 litre of Boiling water. Allow to simmer on low fire for 20 mins. Then strain the mixture. Drink this water through the day.

5) Leaves of Mango tree also are good to fight Diabetes.
Boil 6-8 mango leaves in one cup of water, saturate over night and filter in the morning. Drink every morning on an empty stomach.
(OR)
Dry the leaves of mango tree and make its powder in a grinder. Mix one tablespoon of the dry powder of mango leaves in a glass of water and drink it everyday.


6) Soaked Almonds eaten in the morning (empty stomach) is also good.

7) Wash green plantain and peel it, put the peel in a jar, fill this jar with water.
Drink this water 3-4 times a day.

8) 45 mins to 1 hour walk daily keep Body fit and helps to reduce Diabetes.

9) Diabetes natural treatment: Eat 1 teaspoon of cinnamon daily.

10) Take 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar 3 times a day.

11) Eat garlic or take garlic capsules.

12) Drink 3-4 Litres of water daily. It flushes the system clean.

Following are some of the simple tips to prevent diabetes:

• Avoid eating starchy foodstuffs as they are not easily digestible.
• Take less amount of oil in your food.
• Avoid coffee, sugar, refined flour and alcohol.
• Do not take heavy meals. Eat small meals as the foods are easily digestible and are good for the health of diabetics.
• Take low fat diet and eat vegetables like spinach, cucumber.
• Eat fruits and milk products like cheese.
• Onion, sprouts, beans, garlic and tomatoes lower the sugar level in the blood.
• Live a stress free life. Stress will worsen the conditions.
• Restrict intake of mutton and excess salt in your meal. This will help in controlling your body weight and diabetes.
• It is advised to eat bitter herbs like bitter gourd and fenugreek. They are excellent bitter herbs for diabetic patients.
• There is no restriction on fish and soy for a diabetic patient.
• Do not eat junk food and oily food as this will control your level of cholesterol, lowers your blood pressure level, and diabetes.
• Avoid white bread, rice, potatoes, sweet and sugary foods.

Coconut oil for health and beauty(Compiled)

COCONUT OIL FOR BEAUTY
Coconut oil, due its high saturated fat content was branded as unhealthy and artery-clogging which could cause heart diseases.
This claim has been widely disproved by the scientific community and it is now being hailed as one of world’s healthiest cooking oils.

Though it may take time, perceptions are slowly changing as people are beginning to realize its tremendous benefits.
Coconuts and coconut oil have always been a part of the cuisine in tropical countries like India (South) and Sri Lanka and even today coconut is indispensable in their diet.
For now, let’s leave aside the health benefits and focus our attention on the beauty uses of this wonderful oil.
South Indian women use this a lot.
They attribute their dense, long, raven black hair and a flawless, clear complexion to good genes and the liberal use of coconut oil in their diet and beauty regimen.
Technically what makes it a good oil to use for cosmetic purposes and skin care is its chemical formulation. Its small molecular structure allows for easy absorption through the skin, giving it a soft, smooth texture and hence is an ideal treatment for dry, rough and wrinkled skin. 
Unrefined, Pure Virgin coconut oil is extremely high in antioxidants that can penetrate deep into the underlying tissues of the skin to prevent and protect against the formation of free radicals that make the skin lose its elasticity.
Regular application protects the skin from developing ugly spots and blemishes caused by aging and overexposure to sunlight.
That’s why this oil is regarded as the best natural ingredient lotion for the skin. It’s also very inexpensive and is easily available.
The lovely smell and feel of virgin coconut oil is so enticing that you will fall in love with it.
Coconut oil pre-bath massage keeps the skin soft, young and supple for years.
After bath, just pat yourself dry;
Do not rub your skin vigorously with the towel so that your skin retains a bit of oiliness. This oil-massage is also highly recommended for people with extremely dry skin, persons of all age groups and for all skin types in winter.
And if you do not have the time to indulge in an oil-massage everyday do remember to add a few drops of coconut oil to your bath water.
Coconut oil as an after-bath moisturizer.
Coconut oil can work as an excellent skin moisturizer if applied immediately after a shower.
Oils such as olive, jojoba or coconut oil, and Vaseline (petroleum jelly) sit on top of the skin and lock in moisture, thus acting as a water sealant. That's why they work best when applied to damp skin.
 Keratosis pilaris, a skin problem can be alleviated with the regular use of coconut oil on body after a bath while the skin is damp.
People suffering from mild to moderate Xerosis due to some defect in their skin’s barrier have a dry, rough, scaly, and itchy skin.
They should regularly moisturize their skin with pure coconut oil after bath to deal with this condition effectively.
Coconut oil for other skin problems
An external application of coconut oil also relieves eczema symptoms. It can also help in conditions like fungal infections in toes, athletes foot. As an under-arm deodorant it helps to prevent body odour.
Coconut oil to protect your skin and hair from sun damage.
If you can’t help venturing out in the hot sun often, then apply coconut oil to your scalp as a protection from the harmful and drying effects of the UV rays and also do not forget to soothe your skin afterwards with a liberal application of Aloe Vera gel to which a few tsps of coconut oil is added.
Coconut oil in face packs
Do not forget to add a few drops of coconut oil in your face-packs in winter, if you are above thirty and if you have dry to normal skins.
Coconut oil to cure cracked heels
For cracked heels, combine coconut oil with petroleum jelly (Vaseline) and apply over those areas before going to bed.
Coconut oil for dry, flaky lips
Dry, flaky lips can also be rejuvenated with a liberal application of pure coconut oil on them.
Coconut oil for dark elbows and knees
Take half of squeezed lemon and pour half a teaspoon of coconut oil in lemon skin, rub on dry and dark elbows and knees to help with spots.
Coconut oil to remove eye makeup
Use it to remove eye makeup by gently applying it on damp cotton wool and delicately remove it with gentle inward motion.
Coconut oil for hair
Coconut oil can be used as a pre-shampoo hair conditioner.
Warm the bottle of coconut oil by placing it in a container of hot water and then take a few drops of this warm oil in your palm and massage it gently into your scalp. It smells nice and as mentioned earlier its small molecular structure allows for easy absorption into the scalp. You can leave it overnight.
This oil massage also ensures a peaceful slumber and is especially recommended if you have trouble falling asleep.
Shampoo it off the next morning and it will leave your hair with a smooth texture. If you do not like to keep it the whole night, then apply it a few hours before washing your hair and cover your head with a shower cap to allow deeper penetration.
But you can get better results only by leaving it overnight. This treatment with coconut oil is as good as an expensive hair treatment at the salon.
Coconut oil application also helps with dandruff problems too and hence much preferable to other strong medicated shampoos. You can also prepare many herbal oils using coconut oils as the base.
For instance, this Aloe Vera  helps with split ends and this Amla (Goose Berry) Hair Oil and Hibiscus based hair oil, not only promote hair growth and prevent premature graying but also help with sleep disorders.
Curry leaves hair oil for premature greying.
Curry leaves oil also delays premature graying of hair.
Here’s the procedure of preparing it. Take a bunch of curry leaves and grind it with little water to get a paste. Add this paste to 2 cups of coconut oil and heat the mixture till all the moisture evaporates. After it cools, store it in a bottle. Use this to deal with gray hair problems.