Worship Your Body!

Neck Stretches These are great because you can do them sitting down or standing up. Make your back straight and have your feet planted firmly on the ground. Bend your head straight down, pressing your chin to the chest and then tilt the head back. This is a slow "yes" motion. Do the same with a "no" motion. Another great neck stretch involves tilting the chin up and to the side and looking up to that corner of the room. This will stretch the side of the neck. Arm Stretches  Stretch one arm across the chest, using the other hand on the tricep to help amplify the stretch. To stretch the tricep, bend the arm straight back at the elbow and try to touch your shoulder blade with your hand. You can use the wall to help you stretch the arm back. Try to put your tricep on the wall as you face it. Back, Glutteal and Hip Stretches  Lie on your back and stretch your arms over your head. This will help stretch the abs and the back before you start the o...

A fever is your body's way of fighting an infection during a flu or infection.  Suppressing a fever is not advised, as the fever will kill the bacteria and virus. However, high fevers can be dangerous, especially for small children. Natural medicine has numerous treatments to reduce a high fever. 1) Add a half cup of vinegar to lukewarm bath water and soak for five to ten minutes. 2) Boil artichokes and cook until soft. Eat the bottom part of the leaves. 3) Add one teaspoon of tulsi leaves to one cup of hot water, steep for five minutes, and drink three to four times a day. A high fever should be gone by the next day. Other herbs that can encourage sweating and bring out a fever are peppermint, elder flowers and yarrow.  4) Place a slice of raw onion on the bottom of each foot and wrap feet in a warm blanket. 5) Dip a washcloth in a bowl of warm water mixed with a cup of vinegar. Wring it out, and apply to the forehead to treat a high fever. 6) Add one teaspoon ...

Here are the top 10 ways to get rid of pimples fast.  1. Ice Ice can be used to quickly get rid of pimples. It helps in improving blood circulation to the affected area, and in freezing the skin pores and removing dirt and oil accumulated on the skin. You can use ice cubes or crushed ice, whichever is convenient. A-Wrap the ice in a piece of cloth and hold it on the affected skin area for a few seconds. B-Wait a few minutes and repeat the process. When used repeatedly on the pimples throughout the day, ice helps reduce inflammation or swelling and will immediately soothe your skin. 2. Lemon Another quick way to get rid of pimples is the use of lemon juice, which is rich in vitamin C. Lemon juice helps pimples dry up faster. Be sure to use fresh lemon juice and not bottled juice, which has preservatives. There are a couple of ways to apply this remedy. *.Dip a clean cotton swab in fresh lemon juice and apply it to the pimples before going to bed. *.You can also mak...

What is Hematuria? Hematuria is a condition wherein blood can be observed in the urine which indicates problems in the urinary system including the kidneys. These problems are brought about by several factors which are listed below. *.For women patients, the common cause of the condition is attributed to UTI or urinary tract infections. The infection is caused by bacteria which enter the body through the urethra and multiply in the bladder which lead to the onset of Hematuria. *.Infection and injury in the kidneys. Infection is caused by bacteria which seep to the kidneys from the ureters or the bloodstream. *.Glomerulonephritis. This is a condition that is characterized by the inflammation of the glomeruli of the kidneys. The condition is brought about by diabetes, viral and strep infections, problems of the immune system, and disease of the blood vessels. *.Strenuous activities including heavy exercises are some of the most common causes of hematuria in children. *.Hyp...

Homemade face masks are the best solutions to bring back life and glow to your skin. Simple Avocado Mask:  *.Using a ripe avocado, scoop and mash the meat *.If desired, combine with one tablespoon each of honey and/or plain yogurt  *.Smooth on face, avoiding eyes Basic Honey Mask: *.Combine one tablespoon each of honey and olive oil *.Add two teaspoons lemon juice *.Beat in one egg yolk *.Smooth on face and allow to dry before rinsing Before applying any mask, open the pores by applying a warm, damp washcloth to the face. After removing the mask, rinse with warm water, then cold.These two are face masks that we can use irrespective of your skin type. Homemade Scrub:  Papaya Face Scrub:  Exfoliating is vitally important for rejuvenation of skin.  The following face tip will leave skin feeling soft and renewed. *.Mash the meat of a ripe papaya with a fork. *.Add 2-3 teaspoons ground oatmeal and one teaspoon sugar *.Mix into a thick ...

You cannot change the colour of the skin you are born with, unless you go in for a full skin transplantation like MJ.  But you can always make it more glowing and youthful from inside with these home remedy beauty tips for face whitening. 1. Vitamin C intake in the form of juices like orange juice/ mausambi juice or even a cup of water in the morning with 1 tspn of squeezed lime or lemon and half a teaspoon of honey is great to start your day with. 2. Vitamin A should be an important part of your diet.  To tighten and brighten the complexion you need to include non-fat milk, egg yolks and shell fishes in your diet. You should also have foods like carrots, watermelons and ripe papaya which has color in them. The beta carotene in these is what you should include in your diet. Colourful fruits and veggies. 3. Exposure to the sun should be lessened. Wear a cap or hat or take an umbrella when it’s too hot outside or the sun is shinning bright. Use a UVA and UVB sunscr...

No matter what your skin type is, making sure that your skin is clean is extremely important for it remain healthy and clear. This is where your skin care routine comes to play. Cleaning the skin of the dirt and grime of the daily life, removing the dead skin cells and making sure that you don’t leave the pores open to more dirt accumulation is essential. This procedure we all know includes cleansing, scrubbing/ exfoliating, toning and moisturizing. Here are some of the beauty tips and natural beauty products that can be used alone or in combination for their varied skin care properties. Beauty tips for cleansing:  Our skin gets exposed to varied amount of dust, smoke and heavy pollution resulting in dryness, dullness and basically lifeless skin.  Cleansing ensure that the radiance of the skin is maintained. Only if cleansing is done properly yourskin accepts different products with ease, like moisturizers and facial masks. Beauty tips for exfoliating: ...