Monday, November 26

Onion health benefits

While onions may bring a tear to your eye and give you a bad breath, they also have plenty of health benefits. The onion has been used as an ingredient in various dishes for thousands of years. I love all onions and anything remotely related to the onion family. I have to have onions in everything and I can eat them like apples. 
Onions are good sources of vitamins (vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin E) and that means, they are good for the system. They are also high in iron (red onions in particular have the highest concentrations of iron).
Oh magical onions.  :-)


Onion benefits:
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1.) Onion contains mineral components such as calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, selenium 
     and phosphorus. 

2.) Onions are used to prevent tooth decay and oral infections. Chewing raw onions for a few minutes
      can kill all the germs present in the mouth area.

3.) Relieves stomach ache.

4.) Onions Can Help Prevent Inflammation.

5.) Onion juice with honey will help you to cure sore throat. 
 
6.) Onion is very good for arthritis.

7.) Applying onion juice on scalp twice a week for 2 months will cause hair re-growth.

8.) Onion juice restores hair follicles, improves scalp circulation, help cure alopecia and promote the 
     growth of new, stronger hair.

9.) Onions are good for diabetes, because they increase the production of insulin in body. 

10.) Onions help increase digestive juices and help you lose weight.

11.) One spoonful of onion juice eliminates worms in the stomach of children.

12.) Regular consumption of onion reduces atherosclerosis and colon cancer. 

 

These natural foods are full of chemicals that can help protect a person from a variety of infections, diseases and illnesses. Garlic and onions help to protect against cardiovascular disease, respiratory concerns, diabetes, and a variety of cancers.


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Extra tip: 
Onion is known for its skin lightening properties. Slice a red onion and rub on the dark spots. The juice of onion will impart its bleaching action and help lighten the dark spots. Onion is also an exfoliating agent and will help in removing the surface layers of skin to reveal the new and clearer skin underneath. Apply onion two times a day and leave it on without washing.

These natural foods are full of chemicals that can help protect a person from a variety of infections, diseases and illnesses. Garlic and onions help to protect against cardiovascular disease, respiratory concerns, diabetes, and a variety of cancers.


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These natural foods are full of chemicals that can help protect a person from a variety of infections, diseases and illnesses. Garlic and onions help to protect against cardiovascular disease, respiratory concerns, diabetes, and a variety of cancers.


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To get full benefits, always try to eat raw onion. Also, to ward off the bad-breath side effects, consume a bit of parsley, which has been proven to fight off some of the effects of bad breath.
Important - onions should be stored in a well ventilated space at room temperature, away from heat and bright light.


Would you be willing to smell a little worse to feel a little better?


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Wednesday, November 14

Glowing skin for Christmas

Christmas is on its way and it's time to prepare your skin to look its very best. Now is the perfect time to soothe stressed skin and get your complexion glowing for Christmas time. One of the best-kept anti-ageing secrets is a good night sleep. 
If you can't afford it, don't worry, there's always another solution.
Get inspired with some extra tips:



Get a beautiful long hair

A diet that is low in protein will cause thinning and weak hair. Eat sources of protein such as: eggs, fish, lean meats, yogurt, nuts, seeds, tofu, beans  and more legumes. Get the right nutrients and vitamins. Some key nutrients for hair growth include: iron, silica, calcium, B Complex vitamins, Vitamins A - C - E, Biotin. Some foods that contain these vitamins are: leafy green vegetables, dried fruits, eggs, citrus fruits and yams.  


Youthful skin
Stay hydrated and drink plenty of water every day. Water helps flush out toxins and waste products from the body, also moisturizes your skin from the inside, making it more youthful looking.  
Sleep on silk pillowcases to pre­vent hair damage/breakage and keep your skin look­ing youth­ful.
Your hair and skin will thank you.


Reduce eye wrinkles
Applying mashed avocado decreases the appearances of fine lines around the eyes and under eye wrinkles. The natural oils in the avocado will moisturize and nourish your skin, and your skin will look beautiful and more attractive.
Avocados are an excellent and effective remedy for reducing eye wrinkles.
  

Make your hands look younger
Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize, day and night. Get into the habit of moisturizing your hands every day and whenever you can. Hand creams will keep your hands super soft and prevent skin damage. Wear gloves to protect your hands from cold weather. 



Sexy elbows
Do you have beautiful arms, but dark spots on your elbows?
Cut a large lemon in half. Rub each lemon half on your elbows and cover it with plastic wrap.
Keep cleansed area away from the sunlight by staying indoors.
You can rub away the pulp, but do not wash your elbows for about 2 hours.
Moisturize the area with rich moisturiser.
Repeat this everyday until the dark spots are eliminated.
If you don't have lemon in your kitchen, then look for yogurt or milk.  

Both ingredients work well as natural skin lightener and they also add moisture to your dry, rough skin.


Beautiful, flat stomach
Don't starve yourself because it makes your metabolism lazy and unwilling to burn calories. Include good quality protein (fish, nuts, eggs), good fats (olive oil, salmon or tuna, nuts), whole grains and natural sugars that you will find in fresh fruit. Drink plenty of water. Drinking water will not only help prevent bloating, but it will also help keep you feeling full for longer.
Do some hula hoops. This is one of the oldest ways to flatten and tighten up the belly area.

 
Eliminate stretch marks
Vitamin E is a good treatment option to reduce or eliminate stretch marks and scars. Using vitamin E oil or vitamin E creams may help improve their appearance. Exfoliation is another way out to reduce the scarring. Massage your skin with loofah while you are taking shower. Exfoliating removes dead cells from the uppermost layer of skin to reveal the fresher, younger skin underneath.


Get rid of smelly feet
Wear shoes made from natural materials like: canvas, leather, etc. instead of artificial materials. Baby powder or baking powder will help to dry up the shoe and absorb the odor. Make sure you are getting plenty of zinc. One of the syptoms of a zinc deficiency is foot odor.

 
Slow down aging
Drink Green tea, it is an excellent source of antioxidants and as we know antioxidants can slow down aging. green tea can also help in weight loss, but drinking one cup isn't going to help. The best way to lose weight is drinking about 3-4 cups daily.


Don't stress
Avoid and prevent your body from even the slightest of stress as this affects your skin. This makes the signs of aging visible in your skin. Find ways to deal with your stress and worries. Take up yoga or Pilates to help keep you de-stressed. Worrying about life, work, family and all that adds years to your face.



Choose to be positive
Try to control your mind, learn how to calm yourself anytime you are stressed or anxious with positive afffirmations. Getting in control of the mind is a process that begins with awareness. Start with basic - choose your thoughts you want to think and hold your focus there. It's not easy, but you can do it! 
Positive Affirmations:

I am confident
I am my own unique self - special, creative and wonderful
Each decision I make creates new opportunities
I love myself no matter what
I am surrounded by love
I have a great relationship
My relationship is filled with love, passion, understanding and fun
Money loves me Money comes to me easily


Make room for love
Use pink or red candles to heat up your room. Candle light greatly energizes you and your bedroom with sensuality and passion. It will help you achieve your desires. 
And of course, remember to believe in love, believe in yourself and believe in your dreams. If you don't....who will? 
Believe in the power of your imagination.
''Love''
 Dusana


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Sunday, November 4

Foods for stress relief


We've all know this situation. 
You've had a stress morning, so you reach for a chocolate.
How to calm yourself down without destroying your body with unhealthy foods?
The good news is, there's always a way, thanks to the calming home remedies.


Walnuts are excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids that nourish brain cells and provide mood-lifting,
reduce anxiety, irritability and help people sleep. They are also rich in minerals (manganese, copper, potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc and selenium). Grab a handful!

Don't forget almonds, because they are packed with protein. They are tasty and also full of B and E vitamins.

The smell of an orange is known to reduce anxiety. Have an orange, take the peels of the orange and put them on top of the heating. The orange peel will release a fragrant, giving your home a comforting aroma. 

Dried apricots are rich in magnesium, which is a stress-buster and a natural muscle relaxant as well.

Bananas offer serious mood-lifting power, with their combination of vitamins B6, A and C. And finally, bananas also offer iron, which is crucial to producing energy and fighting fatigue.

Dark chocolate can help relieve stress. Plus, cocoa can also improve cognitive function and mood. Daily dark chocolate consumption in small amount can be beneficial for individuals suffering from high levels of anxiety. 

Chamomile tea is used to reduce stress, promote relaxation, restful sleep, calming a nervous stomach and relieving menstrual cramps. Yes, chamomile tea helps with nervous headaches and insomnia. Have a cup before you go to bed and you gonna have refreshing and relaxing sleep.


If you have sugar cravings increase your protein levels. Try to eat a bit of protein at breakfast, lunch and dinner. Eggs, chicken, red meat or fish are the best.
Also enjoy natural sunlight, especially in the winter. It can be depressing to be stuck indoors during the shortened days of winter. 
Go for a walk and take a fresh air. This can be a real mood enhancer.

''Love''
 Dusana
 


Eat right, drink well, stress less!


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