Showing posts with label health. Show all posts
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Friday 13 December 2013

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3 Common Skin Diseases and Effective Cures

Nowadays, people tend to live a very fast paced life. There are a hundred different things which must be done in a single day and people are constantly stressed out about not meeting deadlines. Eventually, this tends to affect both the body and the mind, resulting in a number of illnesses. This is the body’s way of saying that it needs a break.

The symptoms of the same can be in the form of respiratory disorders, illnesses or even skin problems. A recent study showed that more than half of the population of India suffers from some kind of skin illness or the other. In order to avoid this, it is important to be aware of your body and the various changes which may occur.

Accordingly, you will be able to identify a problem as and when it occurs. Here is a break-down of the skin diseases types so that immediate steps can be taken, should they occur on any part of the body:

  • Eczema :

This is a condition where the skin becomes red and inflamed. Large patches occur on the affected regions and they are usually red and scally. The first symptom of the illness is the itchiness. The affected region begins to itch long before the patches occur.
  • Psoriasis :
A person suffering from this condition will experience red plaques covered in silvery scales. In commonly occurs on the scalp, knees, elbows and lower back. The condition usually starts with small patches and then progressively gets worse with time. It causes a person to be itchy and uncomfortable.
  • Rosacea :

This, causes red parches to occur on the nose, cheeks, chin and forehead. Over time, the redness tends to increase and progressively gets worse. It may eventually results in bumps and pus-filled pimples thus affecting a person’s appearance. 

In most of these cases, the exact cause of the problem is difficult to identify. Thus, it becomes difficult to narrow in on the best form of treatment. There are various different steps, which can be taken to bring the problem under control. 

This includes applying of a number of different ointments and creams. And making note of the things you eat, as in some cases the problem is triggered by foodstuffs. If it persists it would be best to visit a doctor and take his advice on the best form of treatment.

The homeopathy cure is also extremely effective as the medicine is custom made for a particular person. Thus, the doctor will take all the symptoms into consideration and prescribe the best line of treatment, accordingly. 

No matter what you choose to do, it is best to take preventive measures as soon as possible, to make sure that the problem does not get out of hand. 






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Sunday 17 November 2013

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3 Simple Yet Effective Hair Fall Treatment Methods

Nowadays a large percentage of the population suffers from hair loss, irrespective of the age. IT is important to take a few preventive measures before it is too late. Here are some three methods that can be adopted to bring an end to this problem. It starts with lifestyle changes, tropical treatments that can be tried at home and ends with alternative treatments.

People are and have always been conscious about the way they look. They go out of their way to make sure that they look great. But there is one thing that tends to bring people down and that is the amount of hair in their hair brush.


This is a concern for people irrespective of the fact that they are old or young. Yes the truth is that a number of people suffer from hair fall at a very young age. This may be due to high levels of stress or due to other factors like an unhealthy lifestyle. Hair loss is the body’s way of telling you to slow down and it is important that you stop and take notice before it is too late.

There are a number of methods, which have been developed in order to bring this problem under control. But before shelling out huge sums of money over the same, it is important to try some easy yet effective natural hair-fall treatments. Here are a few you can try:

  • Lifestyle Changes 
For starts you can try incorporating high protein foods into your diet. This includes eating lean meats, eggs and fish. Vegetarian options include pulses and other legumes. You can also try eating food that is rich in vitamin B.

It is extremely important to take care of your hair and make sure that it remains undamaged. This includes, washing the hair regularly and using a towel in order to dry it. Avoid using a hair dryer too often as it results in the hair becoming dry and listless. 

You must also take some steps in order to keep the levels of stress under control. Meditation is known to help in this department. In helps to keep the mind calm and rejuvenate the body. Exercise is also extremely important and an hour of exercise must be incorporated in the daily routine.

  • Tropical Treatments
These are natural treatments which can be carried out at home. They are simple to do and are known to help prevent hair loss. This includes applying natural oils to the scalp and stimulating growth by massaging the head. 

Rubbing the scalp with onion, garlic or ginger juice is also known to help reduce hair loss. Other treatments include a green tea massage and the use of henna.

  • Alternate Methods
If none of these methods work, you can take matters into your one hand’s with a few tried and tested solutions. Hair fall treatment by homeopathy is known to be extremely effective for some people. This is a safe and healthy method which does not include any side effects. Another option can be found in aurvedic treatments. This is done using natural ingredients and it is known to produce lasting results. 

In this manner you can bring an end to all your hair related problems, by following a combination of these methods. So go on start today and never worry about hair loss again. 




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Friday 25 October 2013

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How to Reduce Hair fall: 5 Natural Tips

Hair fall is one of the most inevitable problems faced by men as well as women. While losing hair in small amounts on a daily basis is considered to be normal, losing significant amounts may be linked to a larger problem. There are a number of natural hair fall remedies which are known to be effective in reducing as well as preventing hair loss.




Stress, inherited medical (health problems), change in weather, hormonal changes, emotional shocks, etc. are all certain factors which are inevitable in our lives and we are bound to encounter them at some point of time or the other during our lives. This may lead to changes in one’s health. One of the factors that people tend to take for granted and neglect is having healthy hair.

 Any change in diet or any of the above mentioned points may lead to various changes to the health of one’s hair. So, how can you describe the health of your hair and what are the factors that determine it? Generally hair that is smooth, shiny and has clean-cut/tapered tips can be referred to as healthy hair. The texture and shine of the hair relates to different hair surface properties.

Any loss of lustre, split ends or other hair problems may be a result of repeatedly altering the natural style of one’s hair. There are many hair fall remedies to treat hair related problems. Some of the different hair fall remedies include different products which are available to strengthen the condition of the hair, increase the volume, improve hair manageability, reduce frizz, stimulate hair growth, etc. hair problems always need to be treated from the root cause.

One of the most effective manners in treating hair problems is through homeopathy –a holistic science method which examines the totality of all symptoms. It may include a host of emotional, physical, life circumstances and mental symptoms. The treatment method is a complex formula of physical and mental symptoms and may encompass likes, dislikes, body type and even innate predispositions.

Besides this, it is very important to ensure that one’s body composition is in perfect equilibrium so as to ensure that enough proteins, nutrients, vitamins are consumed to ensure hair growth.

Some of the important vitamins and minerals include:

Vitamin A: This is essential because it works with the fat synthesis. Various foods such as carrots, leafy vegetables and carrots are high in vitamin A.

Vitamin B12: This helps in the creation of red blood cells, in turn which helps in supplying more oxygen to the body

Vitamin C & Iron: Both vitamin C and iron are known to provide the hair with iron supplements. Vitamin C is known to aid in iron absorption.


Vitamin E: This vitamin helps to encourage circulation in the body and help to grow new blood vessels. This in turn helps the hair to grow.

Besides this, there are very important minerals which are essential for healthy hair growth. Some of the essential minerals include:
  • Calcium
  • Copper
  • Magnesium
  • Iron
  • Zinc    
There are many different methods to use natural products to reduce hair fall as compared to expensive treatments and products.

How to reduce hair fall

  1. Hot Oil Treatments: Massage any natural oil, canola, coconut or olive after it is warmed to the scalp. Wear a shower cap and leave it on for an hour. Shampoo and wash the hair then.
  2. Natural Juices: Massage/rub the scalp with natural juices such as garlic/onion/ginger juice.  This should be applied overnight before it then washed with shampoo.
  3. Get a head massage: Massaging the head for a few minutes on a daily basis can help to stimulate blood circulation. This will ensure good circulation and ensure that the hair follicles are kept active and healthy.
  4. Antioxidants: Antioxidants include all those substances which inhibit oxidation.  By applying like-warm green tea bags (two bags which have been soaked in one cup of water) on the scalp and leaving the mixture there for approximately an hour can help to stimulate the scalp. Green tea is especially known to contain antioxidants which not only boost hair growth but also prevent hair loss.
  5. Meditation: Stress as well as tension is known to be a major cause for hair loss and hair fall. By practicing meditation it can not only restore any hormonal imbalance but also reduce the amount of stress which may lead to hair loss and hair fall.


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