18 Reasons Why You Should Drink Lemon Water in the Morning - Health Benefits of Lemon

Why lemon?

Lemons are rich in nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin B-complex, iron, magnesium, calcium, potassium, and dietary fiber. In fact, lemons contain more potassium than an equal quantity of grapes or apples.

Lemon juice should be diluted in water before consumption because of the damage it can cause to the enamel of the teeth. It is recommended that lemon juice be diluted in warm water and drunk early in the morning. You can eat breakfast after 15-30 minutes of drinking this lemon juice. This method will provide the following benefits:

Remember

It is better to drink freshly-squeezed lemon juice instead of buying lemon juice concentrates. This is because processed foods usually contain preservatives that belong to the chemical class of sulfites. Some people may react negatively to these chemical compounds.

1. Cleanses your system.

Lemon juice has antiseptic properties and has the ability to cleanse the liver, blood, and kidneys. Drinking lemon juice eliminates the toxins from the body by stimulating the function of the enzymes and speeding up the activity of the liver.

2. Aids digestion

Consumption of lemon juice promotes healthy digestion by removing toxins from the digestive tract and preventing conditions such as intestinal gas, heartburn, and bloating. It also relieves these conditions in the sufferer.

3. Weight loss

Lemon contains a high concentration of pectin fiber, which helps suppress appetite. So, drinking lemon juice will inhibit those hunger pangs. It has been observed that people whose diets are more alkaline tend to lose weight more quickly.

4. Constipation or diarrhea

Drinking lemon water helps ease bowel movements and prevents the occurrence of diarrhea or constipation.

5. Curing a throat infection

Since lemon juice has antibacterial properties, it is very effective in curing throat infections. If you are suffering from a sore throat, you can dilute lemon juice in warm water and take frequent sips every few hours. Also, if you make it a habit to drink lukewarm lemon water every morning, you will be less likely to develop a sore throat.

6. Healthy skin

Drinking lemon juice is considered to be good for the skin. Since lemon juice has a high concentration of vitamin C, it cleanses and detoxifies the skin. It also has antibiotic and antioxidant properties.

Lemon juice can be used to reduce the appearance of age spots and fade scars. It helps maintain radiant skin since it detoxifies the blood.

8. Helps fight viral infections.

Lemon juice diluted in warm water helps reduce viral infections and development of a sore throat. Also, lemon juice helps improve the immune system. This will enable you to fight future infections.

9. Liver purification

The liver is an organ which is responsible for detoxifying the body and producing proteins and biochemical that help improve digestion. Consumption of lemon juice aids the liver in these activities. It raises the number of enzymes that help detoxify the liver.

Lemon juice is also a diuretic that increases the urine output of the body, thus eliminating all the waste matter.

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28 Quick Home Remedies for Headache, Migraine, Sinus - Kill the Pain

Headache may be quite unbearable sometimes and possible causes of it may be constipation, too much intake of food which is hot in nature, lack of sleep, high blood pressure, inadequate intake of liquids etc. 

Many people often use pain killers to get relief from headaches, migraine. But there are many natural home remedies that can reduce your headache easily and quickly.

1. Lavender oil

Take 1 liter hot water in a bowl (not warm) and add 1 tablespoon of lavender oil to it and start inhaling its vapor for a 3-5 minutes. Lavender Oil is excellent oil in treating headaches, if you want to minimize a headache during the evening or night time hours.

2. Strong coffee

Drink a cup of strong coffee because Coffee contains caffeine which reduces swelling of the blood-vessel therefore helps relieve in headache.

3. Lemon juice

Add 3 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice in big glass of water (200-250 ml water) and add half teaspoon of salt or black salt in it. Pour this mixture in a bottle & shake for few minutes, and immediately start drinking this juice in 6-8 sips if possible. This will reduce our headache in 15 minutes. This mixture is also very advantageous in mouth sores.

4. Mint Juice

Mint leaves have anti-pruritic and antiseptic properties. Mint contains components like menthol and menthone which are very effective in reducing headaches, vomiting & fatigue.

1.      Apply 1 tablespoon mint juice on forehead and temples to reduce headache

2.      Those who suffer from migraines, sinus attacks & headaches can place mint tea compresses on forehead to reduce discomfort & headache.

5. Lemongrass oil

Apply 3-4 drops of Lemongrass oil on your temple and area between the eyes.

6. Apply lemon and salt

Mix 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon water and salt. Apply this mixture on your forehead.

7. Cinnamon

Cinnamon is very effective spice which cures headaches associated with the common cold & migraine.

1.      Mix 1 tablespoon of cinnamon with some water to make a thick paste. Apply this paste over your forehead for a few minutes to reduce pain.

2.      Add 2 teaspoons of cinnamon powder to glass of milk. Boil it for 4-5 minutes. Then add one tablespoon of honey to it, mix well and drink this mixture. Follow this twice a day to get rid of headache.

8. Peppermint oil

Apply peppermint oil on the forehead & nose.  Peppermint oil contains menthol which helps soften a headache. Fragrance of peppermint oil stimulates & relaxes the affected nerves that cause a headache.

9. Salt and water

Take 1 small glass of hot/warm water and add less than ½ teaspoon of salt in it, stir well and drink this mixture slowly. Soon, you will get a natural urine call and it will reduce headache, this is awesome idea to get rid of Headache.

10. Cloves

1.      Take 6-7 cloves, crush them and put them in small sachet or in your handkerchief or small cotton cloth. Inhale the smell of these crushed cloves.

2.      Crush 2-3 cloves to make a paste of it, add few drop of rose water. Apply this paste on your forehead for 5-10 minutes, and then wash off with water.

3.      Apply few drops of clove oil on your forehead for cooling effect and relief in headaches within few minutes.

11. Aloe Vera

Drink 50 grams of Aloe Vera juice to reduce your headaches. Aloe Vera has numerous health benefits. Aloe Vera juice is wealthy in acemannan, salicylic acid, glucomannan and plenty influential pain killing anti-inflammatory, which help tight muscles & relax sore. 

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Summer Skincare - 15 Cool Natural tips for Soft, Wrinkle free, Sun-tan free skin

Summer is the season when we have to take special care of the skin. You may be amazed that your summer skin, which looked glowing & radiant throughout winter season, suddenly looks blemished, dull and oily, because, in winter season skin's natural oils solidifies, while in summer it flows freely.

90 percent of wrinkles cause due to excessive sun exposure. The sun's UVA and UVB (long & short wave ultraviolet rays) enters the deepest layers of our skin, it damages the collagen (spongy protein which gives skin its elasticity, structure and firmness. Get prepare for healthy skin, get ready to face the sun rays with these cool Summer Skincare tips.

1. Keep your skin hydrated

Water helps to maintain moisture balance of the body and skin, and assist in detoxification. Our body tends to lose a lot of moisture in the summer, so it is very significant to regularly replenish the H2O. Drink a lot of water and liquids and keep your skin soft and moisturized as well. Drink at least 12-20 glasses of clean water daily to keep yourself hydrated; it also help flush the toxic content from the body.

2. Sun protection

Try to stay indoors between 11am to 3pm. That is when the sun rays are very strong and can have an unpleasant effect on your skin. And never forget to apply sunscreen cream 30 minutes before you step out. If you have been out in the sun for couple of hours, apply sunscreen cream again so you will be well protected.

3. How Chose right sunscreen

Use sunscreen lotion with SPF-30 and non-greasy formula during summer. Use sunscreen which absorbs quickly into skin layers and it should be sweat and water resistant.

There are two main types of sunscreens - chemical and mineral. The difference between these two is that chemical based sunscreens need to be applied 15-20 minutes before sun exposure whereas mineral sunscreens work right away, because mineral based sunscreens forms a protective barrier on top of the skin while chemical based sunscreens contain UV filtering element that need to be absorbed in the skin.

4. Reapply sunscreen regularly

Apply sunscreen lotion generously and evenly every 4 hours and every time you get out of the water. Do not forget to apply it over commonly missed areas such as under your chin, ears and the soles of feet. 

5. Use toner

It is very important to keep your pores closed and skin cool by using a toner. Try rose water. Rose water has natural cooling properties which make it an outstanding toner for the hot season.

6. Moisturizer 

Don’t make the mistake of skipping the moisturizing your skin because it is very necessary for your skin to stay hydrated. However, if you find your daily moisturizer too sticky & oily, go for water based/non sticky moisturizers. 

7. Exfoliation

Exfoliation removes dead, dull skin dirt to prevent skin blocking and improve hydration from toners and moisturizers. Perform Exfoliate in the mornings before toner, moisturizer. After exfoliation, apply hydrating body cream to seal in moisture, and always protect freshly exfoliated skin with an SPF.

8. Avoid unhealthy food & drinks

It is very important to keep in mind that many cold & soft drinks contains lots of sugar this is not good for our skin & figure. Instead of such unhygienic drinks, drink clean normal water, fresh orange, lime, fresh fruit juices, aam panna (green mango drink) or coconut water to avoid dehydration. Also avoid or minimize the consumption of caffeine & alcohol because they shrink the water from our body.

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Body Odor - 22 Effective Natural Home Remedies for Body Odor- Underarm Odor - 2

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10. Neem

Get handful of Neem leaves (Indian Lilac) and boil them in 2 liter water for 20 minutes. Then add this boiled neem water in bathing water and have a warm bath once a day.   Neem is very effective in killing bacteria & fungus. 

You can directly soak towel or cotton cloth in warm neem water & clean underarms and other affected area where sweat accumulates the most.

11. Camphor oil

In summer and hot days, add ½ cup of white vinegar or apple cider vinegar or 2 tablespoon of Camphor oil to bath water, this will eliminate the excessive sweating and body odor. 

12. Aloe Vera

Extract 2 tablespoon fresh Aloe vera gel and directly rub it on the underarms & other body parts like below breast, waist, neck, groins etc. leave it for 30-50 minutes and rinse off with water to see a noticeable difference.

12. Rose water

1. Add 1 teaspoon of rose water in 1 teaspoon of sandalwood powder, mix them well and apply this mixture on armpits and all those body parts where sweating is too much. This remedy reduces the excessive sweating. 

2. Add ½ cup of rose water in your regular bath water, this is one of the effective and easiest home remedy to eliminate body odor. 

13. Tomato juice

Grind 2 tomatoes and extract juice from it (you can use juicer). Strain this juice and add it to your bath water. Have a bath and see the results in few weeks.

14. Mint leaves

Crush handful of fresh green mint leaves and boil them in water, strain this water and add to your bath water. Mint juice reduces body odor effectively.

Prepare 1-2 tablespoon paste of fresh mint leaves and mix it with 2 tablespoon of rose water. Apply this on your underarms before going to bed, leave it overnight. Rinse it off in the morning.

15. Wheatgrass

Wheatgrass contains chlorophyll which reduces body odor very effectively. Add 2 tablespoon of wheatgrass juice in glass of water and consume it on an empty stomach. Drink this juice daily for better result.

16. Soap

Always use antibacterial soap or deodorant soap when bathing and properly clean your groin area and underarms. Using these soaps is very beneficial if the body odor occurs due to excessive sweating.

18. Bath

1. Bathing at least once a day controls the growth of bacteria our skin, which is the main reason for body odors. During the summer most of the people sweat excessively, so bath at least 2-3 times a day during hot days, to reduce the growth of germs on body.

2. Dry your body thoroughly after bath or shower, as bacteria grows rapidly on the damp skin. Dry your underarm, feet and groin area properly after washing.

19. Talcum powder or baby powder

Sprinkle some talcum powder or baby powder on the underarm area instead of chemical based deodorants to maintain the perspiration area dry. Powder soaks up surplus sweat and keeps the skin dry and cool for long time.

20. Baking soda or cornstarch

Sprinkle some baking soda or cornstarch on any the underarm area and other odor affected areas. These powders absorb excessive sweat and moisture from our body and baking soda powder kills bacteria that causes body odor.

21. Basil with lemon

Prepare 2 tablespoon paste of basil leaves and mix it with 2 tablespoon lemon juice. Ply this paste on your underarms before going to bed, leave it overnight to get rid of bad body odor effectively and wash it off with water in the morning.

22. Witch Hazel

Apply witch hazel to your underarm once or twice a day to get rid of body odor. Witch hazel works as effective antiseptic, which destroys the bacteria that creates the odour.

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Acid Reflux (Acidity) - Heartburn - 28 Natural Home Remedies

Acid reflux or GERD (gastro esophageal reflux disease), which is a scientific way to describe acidity or heartburn; it affects 50-60 percent of Americans. There are many causes of acid reflux, heartburn such as lifestyle, dietary habits etc.

Causes of Acidity/acid reflux

Eating heavy meals, lying down right after intake of meal, obesity, overweight, wrong time of eating, consumption of oily, fast food, snacks, consumption of beverages like alcohol, carbonated drinks, tea, coffee.

Common symptoms of acidity/acid reflux

Vomiting, bloating, chronic sore throat, respiratory problems, wheezing, chest & stomach pain, coughing, dry cough, turning down food, heartburn, gas formation in stomach, weight loss for unrecognized reason, hoarseness etc.

Remember

Always sleep on your left side for first 5 minutes when you go to sleep. Studies found Sleeping initially on your right side and stomach may cause more pressure on your digestion system and heart.

Here are some best natural home remedies to alleviate acidity/acid reflux in few hours.

1. Bananas

Banana contains natural antacids which act as a barrier against acid reflux. Bananas contains high amount of potassium which is known as an alkalizing mineral that has a high pH value 5.6. The higher the pH value (pH 5.6), the lower the acidity/astringency, which is why the banana is an awesome antidote to acidity. The food with pH 5.6 is generally great for people with acid reflux. 

Banana reduces the damage caused by acidity. Banana is very great fruit which is rich with fiber; it helps for fast digestion and reduces the repetition of acidity.

Consume 1-2 completely or overripe banana to get relief from acidity, because overripe banana has high amount of potassium which helps fast relief from acidity. 

2. Ginger

Ginger develops absorption and digestion of vital nutrients and helps easy digestion. It also breaks down the proteins in our daily diet. Ginger guards our stomach against ulcers by promoting mucus secretion thus it reduces the effect of the acidity. 

1.      Consume 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger juice with 1 tablespoon of honey after meal.

2.      Chew a piece of ginger for relief and add ginger in your regular diet for improving digestion.

3.      Add 1 tablespoon of ginger juice in your regular herbal tea or fruit juices.

3. Aloe vera

Aloe vera is traditionally used to heal burns, wounds and skin treatment like sunburn, dark spots, wrinkles etc. You can use it to alleviate heartburn as it reduces inflammation. So when your stomach starts getting inflamed and irritated due to acidity, try aloe vera.

Get some fresh aloe Vera juice or organic aloe Vera gel. Add 1 tablespoon of fresh aloe Vera juice or gel with 1 tablespoon of honey. Consume this mixture twice a day before your meal for instant relief from acidity. Consume unprocessed aloe Vera juice or gel.

4. Cold milk

Drink glass of cold milk, add 1 tablespoon of honey instead of sugar. Milk is rich in calcium and has higher amount of calcium. Cold milk prevents acid build up in stomach and it absorbs the surplus acid. Cold milk gives instant relief from the burning feeling one feels throughout the acid reflux. 

5. Lemon

Squeeze 1 lemon in a glass of warm water, also add 1 teaspoon of honey in it, and if possible add pinch of black salt. Drink this lemon juice 2-3 times a day on empty stomach for instant result. Drink before breakfast, lunch and dinner.

6. Baking soda

Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) is very beneficial to get rid of troubling and burning sensation of heartburn/gas caused by acid reflux. Baking soda has pH higher than 7.3 and hence it neutralizes stomach acid effectively. 

1.      Add 1 teaspoon of baking soda with a cup of water, mix it well and drink it. You can repeat this 2-3 times a day. But do not consume it more than 3 teaspoons in 24 hours or 3 days a weeks as it is high in sodium and can have side effects like swelling and nausea.

7. Mustard

Mustard is well known as an alkalizing. It is rich source of minerals.  Consumption of mustards seeds helps neutralize the acid in the stomach and also reduces pain due to acid reflux.

8. Cumin seed/Jeera

Boil 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds in glass of water, Drink this water twice a day when it get cool. You can chew 1 teaspoon of roasted cumin seeds after your meal.

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