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Hair Color Do’s & Don’ts

April 13, 2015 by Sapna in General Health

Using hair color or dying is more common than ever these days. Some people color their hair to hide their grey while others do so for the look. Today you find many branded and local hair dyes available in the market and people keep on switching from one brand to another. But less do they know that suitability is very important when you need to color your hair frequently and it is advised to stick to one brand. Besides the choice of color, there are few tips that can be followed for a more effective result.

Cucumber Benefits! 11 Amazing Facts

March 9, 2015 by Sapna in Home Remedies, Nutrition Basics, Special Diet / Needs

Cucumber is termed as superfood in western countries the prime reason is its wide range usage and its easy availability In western countries cucumber is used in sandwiches, to make salad, juice, spreads and many more. In other parts of the world like India it is used in salads, curries or eaten raw.The unique taste, refreshing feeling and the eye catching color makes cucumber a preferred vegetable to go with any recipe . But what’s more important is the health benefit that cucumber offers. Here are few cucumber benefits for your health :

Coconut Water Benefits and Home Remedies

March 2, 2015 by Sapna in Diet & Nutrition, Home Remedies, Nutrition Basics

My grandmother is 86 now, she has long black hair and soft bright skin. She says, it is due to having a tender coconut water every day. She insists me to have it too but I do not like the plain taste of raw coconut water…..but if it has thin crust of coconut, I enjoy it.

14 Home Remedies Using Betel Leaf

February 23, 2015 by Sapna in Home Remedies

Betel leaf has religious value in Indian culture. Ayurveda sates betel leaf is good for heart, can lower high blood pressure and constipation. In Indian culture guests are often offered betel leaves along with nuts and sweeteners as mouth refreshers’. Betel leaf is a good source of calcium. It is only when it is eaten along with tobacco that it becomes bad for health. Eating betel leaf alone can give you many health benefits. Some of which are as below.

Do You Have Diabetes? Care for your feet

February 16, 2015 by Sapna in General Health

Diabetes is called rich man’s diseases. This is not because it is primarily caused by increase of sugar in blood but also because it leads to many other health problems. A diabetic person takes time to recover from common cough and cold and infections. It is important to be cautious about what you eat but it is equally important to look out for any early symptoms of any feet infection. Gangrene is a common problem among patients with daibeties, taking care of you feet is as important as taking your medicines on time. As a daibetic you will need to inculcate certain lifestyle habits:

4 ways to Control Obesity

February 9, 2015 by Sapna in Healthy Lifestyle, Weight Management

Ways to Control Obesity by making certain lifestyle changes

If you are looking to permanently get rid of your flabs and bulging belly then just dieting will not do the trick. It will require a well planned diet and healthy lifestyle habits. By healthy lifestye we mean aiming to reduce your intake of salt, sugar and fat. This will not only help you to control Obesity and reduce weight but also will prevent you from heart problems, blood pressure and cancer. This well planned food habit requires you to –

Breathing Problem? Try eating more fruits and veggies

December 30, 2014 by Sapna in General Health, Healthy Lifestyle, Special Diet / Needs

Breathing problem is always given the least importance and usually is easily passed as a low stamina issue. One such case was of Naina – A 16 year old young girl, with medium built and lovely long hair. She stayed on the third floor of a building and always felt breathless by the time she climbed up the stairs. Even playing with friends for a few minutes or taking long walks made her breathless. Her parent thought it was an issue with her stamina and rather than taking her to a doctor, they kept insisting that she drinks at least two glasses of milk a day.

Friendly bacteria at your rescue!

December 16, 2014 by Sapna in Diet & Nutrition, Nutrition Basics

The common perception of bacteria is that bacteria is harmful for health as it lead to bacterial diseases like Diahorea, dysentery, typhoid and many more. But the fact is there are many friendly bacteria which are good for health. They help in good digestion, produce vitamins and help fight against infection.

How to choose the right personal trainer?

December 2, 2014 by Sapna in Fitness, Weight Management

A friend of mine was obese and overweight. She was super addicted to sugary foods which led to ger obesity. She was so fat that she couldn’t easily get up or walk a distance without support.

Top 5 Benefits of Laughing

August 25, 2014 by Sapna in General Health, Happiness

Laughter is the best medicine, is not a myth.

A human body is like a laboratory. Every seconds many biochemical and electromagnetic changes take place. Due to these changes, our mood is affected. When we are in good mood: we feel happy and when we are in bad mood: we feel sad.