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DIY Natural Coconut Oil Deodorant

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The body releases toxins that comes out of the skin as sweating. So, sweating is not a bad thing but the problem arises when the bacteria break down the sweat into acids and thus causing odor.

We know that our underarm glands are more prone to sweating and so, we are using deodorants or antiperspirants to get rid of underarm odor.

Although, there are many commercial deodorants available in the market, the reasons to avoid these commercial ones is, they contains parabens, propylene glycol, triclosan, aluminum-based compounds and toxic chemical fragrances which cause harm to the skin (like causing breast cancer, dark underarms, Alzheimer’s).

The armpits are a very sensitive area that applying toxins will cause rashes and darkness. So, to keep your armpits fresh and free from toxins, you have to prepare a homemade deodorant and use it.

Natural Homemade Coconut Oil Deodorants:

Here are some homemade deodorants using natural ingredients like coconut oil. Before going to see the DIY coconut oil deodorants, let’s know how coconut oil is good for underarms.

  • Coconut oil has lauric fatty acid that exhibits antibacterial and antiseptic properties that fight against the bacteria causing odor and infection in your armpits.
  • It has an antioxidant property that detoxifies your pores and prevents body odor.
  • It contains vitamin E that helps to nourish and moisturize your skin to prevent the odor. The fragrance of coconut oil will keep your skin refreshed and odor less.

Now, let’s have a look on how to prepare DIY homemade coconut oil based deodorants to get rid of body odor.

Deodorant – 1: (Coconut Oil with Baking Soda, Shea Butter, Beeswax and Cornstarch)

Baking soda absorbs bad odors, neutralizes the pH and fights against the microbes causing odor. Shea butter moisturizes the skin to prevent it from dryness and also relieves you from the bumps caused after shaving your armpits.

Cornstarch observes the excess moisture causing odor, beeswax is used to maintain the deodorant in solid form, essential oils add soothing fragrance to deodorants and coconut oil acts as a base to your natural deodorants.

  • Add 3 tablespoons of grated beeswax, 2 tablespoons of shea butter and 1/3 cup of coconut oil in a double boiler.
  • Let them melt properly and turn off the heat.
  • Then add 1 tablespoon of baking soda and 1/3 cup of cornstarch (or arrowroot powder) to this mix.
  • Stir well till it forms a smooth paste and add 10 – 15 drops of your favorite essential oils in this mix for aroma.
  • Mix well and pour this mix into any deodorant sticks or silicone molds.
  • Let it sit aside to cool and settle for few hours and then use them as your deodorants.
  • Roll or rub the deodorant directly on the armpits and let it dry for 5 minutes before placing your clothes.
  • Use it regularly instead of commercial deodorants to get rid of body odor.

Note: Or prepare a deodorant without using beeswax.

Deodorant – 2: (Coconut Oil with Baking Soda and Arrowroot Powder)

Baking soda and arrowroot powder absorbs the sweat and moisture to reduce the body odor. This natural deodorant will work effectively in clearing body odor.

  • Add 2 tablespoons of coconut oil, 3 tablespoons of arrowroot powder, 1 teaspoon of vitamin E oil, 5 – 10 drops of essential oils and 1 tablespoon of baking soda in a bowl.
  • Mix all these ingredients till you get a fine paste consistency.
  • Transfer this mix into an empty deodorant container and freeze it for few minutes to get a solid form.
  • Use it regularly to get rid of body odor or underarm odor.

Note:

  • Or mix 2 tablespoons of bentonite clay, 1 tablespoon of baking soda, 5 – 8 drops of essential oil and 6 tablespoons of arrowroot powder in 5 tablespoons of coconut oil. Stir well and place it in a jar.
  • Or mix equal amounts of (1/4 cup) coconut oil, baking soda and arrowroot powder in a bowl. Stir well and place it in a jar to use it regularly.

Deodorant – 3: (Coconut Oil with Almond Oil, Arrowroot Powder and Diatomaceous Earth)

Almond oil and coconut oil have antibacterial and skin soothing properties that reduce bad odor. Arrowroot powder draws out the toxins and makes the deodorant thicker. Diatomaceous earth works well for sensitive skin and works well in removing moisture and toxins from the applied area.

  • Pour 30 gms of coconut oil, 20 gms of shea butter, 10 grams each of beeswax and almond oil in a double boiler.
  • Melt it on a low temperature and turn off the heat.
  • Keep it aside to cool down for few minutes.
  • Then add 15 grams each of arrowroot powder and diatomaceous earth, 5 drops of vitamin E oil and 20 – 25 drops of essential oils in it.
  • Stir well and pour it into a container and use it regularly to get rid of body and armpit bad odor.

Deodorant – 4: (Coconut Oil with Baking Soda and Essential Oils)

This natural deodorant works well in treating your body odor. Add your favorite essential oils in this mix.

  • Take 1/2 cup each of coconut oil and baking soda in a bowl.
  • Stir well and add 40 – 60 drops of essential oils in this mix.
  • Mix it thoroughly and store it in a deodorant container.
  • Dab a little of this mix with fingers and rub it gently onto your underarms.
  • Wait for few minutes and wear your clothes.
  • Repeat its application regularly to get rid of underarm odor.

Tips and Precautions:

  1. Shower with an antibacterial soap (like tea tree oil, lemongrass oil) will prevent the bacteria on your skin and thus reduces the odor from your body.
  2. Always use aluminum free natural deodorants to prevent sweating and thus to inhibit the body’s natural detoxification process.
  3. Certain foods like onions, garlic, refined sugar, strong spices, dairy products and fried foods will break down into compounds that circulate into your blood stream and comes out as sweat through your pores. So, avoid consuming such foods that increase your body odor.
  4. Dirty, damp and sweaty clothes are more prone to cause odor. So, thoroughly wash your clothes using antibacterial laundry soap and rinse well to get rid of the body odor.
  5. Stress, anxiety, and depression will also make you sweat. So, find some ways to beat these things to get relief from excessive sweating and thereby body odor.
  6. Other than coconut oil, you can also use baking soda and corn starch, potassium alum, lemon juice, rubbing alcohol, vinegar, and cornstarch, etc. as your natural deodorants to get rid of underarm odor.

Try these natural DIY coconut oil based deodorants and share your experience with us

 

Foods to Cleanse your Colon Naturally

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Best Foods for a Natural Colon Cleanse

Do you suffer from bloating or constipation frequently? Are you feeling tired and sluggish regularly? Then it’s time to detox/cleanse your colon.

The longer the waste that sits in the colon then the more time the toxins will harm your body. So, cleanse your colon to get rid of the waste and thereby to enhance your health.

Why Colon’s Health is so important?

Colon (also known as large intestine) is about 5 – feet long and 3 – inches in diameter with a functioning of accumulating waste after digestion. It contains healthy bacteria which help for constant fighting off invasive harmful bacteria in the intestine.

So, for a healthy gut, you have to keep the colon healthy and moving to get rid of a lot of toxins, which gathered there have to be flushed out of your system.

If you’re suffering from constant bloating, lethargic and infrequent bowel movements then you have to think about eliminating the constipation problem along with this detox cleanses.

In the busy schedules, poor diet, dehydration, inactive lifestyle, stress, and frequent bowel problems will result in colorectal cancer, the second leading cancer – related deaths in the United States.

What to do Before Starting a Colon Detox Cleanse?

Your body is designed to naturally excrete toxins out and detox the body but whenever the colon is not performing its function properly then there will be a buildup of excess toxins. If you’ve decided to go for the colon cleanse that you have to give some extra boost to make the body win in this cleanse.

  • Eliminate all toxins, MSG, GMO’s, chemicals, sugars, caffeine, dairy, saturated fats, processed/refined food, fried foods, etc. from your daily diet. You have to quit smoking and stop drinking alcoholic beverages for at least a week before and after this cleanse.
  • Not only from inside, you have to eliminate toxins from outside the body by simply quitting the chemical based cleaning products, shampoos, air fresheners, soaps and detergents and replace them with natural products.
  • Drink plenty of water and other healthy fluids to stay hydrated and to excrete the toxins out of the body.
  • Take plenty of vitamin C enriched foods, probiotics, apple cider vinegar and other foods like apples, sea salt, cayenne pepper, ginger, etc. which provides the colon some extra help in clearing those harmful toxins.

Let’s start to know about the best foods for a natural colon cleanse.

Before getting into the food (or diet) for colon cleanse, we will see the ingredients first.

Ingredients used for Colon Cleanse:

  • Apples
  • Apple Cider Vinegar
  • Cayenne Pepper
  • Ginger
  • Lemons
  • Probiotics
  • Pure Water
  • Sea Salt

Best Foods for a Natural Colon Cleanse:

Here are the best foods mentioned, which are widely used to cleanse your colon naturally. Try to include them in your diet and clean the colon to stay healthy and active.

1. Sea Salt Laxative:

Sea Salt Laxative

Sea salt exhibits many health benefits like regulate the water throughout the body, prevent muscle cramps, promote a proper pH balance in the cells, manage blood pressure by regulating potassium and water levels, benefit vascular health, and absorbs the food particles through the intestinal tract.

Method to use Sea Salt as Laxative:

  • Sea salt – 2 teaspoons
  • Warm water – 1 liter

Mix sea salt (freshly grounded) or Himalayan pink salt in warm water. Stir well and drink this sea salt laxative water in the morning after wake up with an empty stomach. You should drink immediately, everything within 5 minutes and you will be going to the bathroom within 30 minutes but expect few times in the morning.

Drink it in every morning for a week, once a month to cleanse your colon and to get rid of digestive disorders. Always use pure water rather than tap water to prevent the toxins or heavy metals getting into the body. Also, mix some fresh lemon juice in this water to cut the taste and to grab some added benefits.

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2. Cayenne Pepper, Lemon Juice, and Honey:

Cayenne Pepper, Lemon Juice, and Honey

The capsaicin in cayenne pepper helps to lower cholesterol, reduces appetite, boost up the fat burning process, increases your energy, and reduces the cancer cells which all are essential for a healthy colon.

The combination of cayenne pepper, honey, and lemon juice is masters cleanse that flush out all the impurities and toxins from the body. You have to follow this method not longer than 2 days, as it flushes out the toxins along with essential nutrients, proteins, and calories from the body if used for more than 2 days.

Also, after some period of using this Master Cleanse, it slows down the metabolism, causes muscle deterioration, causes excess weight gain after this post diet and reduce the number of vital nutrients in your body. Your immunity will also weaken along with flushing out the essential vitamins, minerals and good bacteria protecting your body if used this drink for a longer period of time.

Method to prepare this Master Cleanse:

  • Fresh lemon juice – 2 tablespoons
  • Cayenne pepper – 1/5 teaspoon
  • Raw honey – 2 tablespoons
  • Water – 10 ounces

Mix fresh lemon juice and raw honey in a jar. Then add cayenne pepper and stir well. Now stir it well by adding water into the jar. Drink this cayenne, honey and lemon concoction for 1 – 2 days, at least 6 – 12 times a day. Make sure that not to eat solid foods or sugar during this process of cleansing the colon.

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3. Lemon Juice:

Lemon for Colon Cleanse

The antiseptic properties of lemon help to fight against the harmful bacteria and thus lessen the bad bacteria count which lingers around the colon.

The best time to drink this lemon water is the morning as a first thing (empty stomach) and at night 2 hours before dinner.

Method to use Lemon for Colon Cleanse:

  • Lemon – 1/2 a piece
  • Pure filtered water – 8 to 10 ounces

Take a lemon and cut into two halves. Extract the juice of 1/2 a lemon and pour it in pure water (prefer lukewarm water). Stir well and drink this lemon water to cleanse your colon and to stimulate the bowel movement. Drink it twice daily to get the best cleanse to your colon.

4. Apple Cider Vinegar:

ACV for Colon Cleanse

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a powerhouse of all essential nutrients that are required for the body. It improves the overall health by detoxifying the body and boosting the immunity.

It balances your pH levels and prevents harmful bacteria causing the problem in the colon. The best time to drink ACV is in the morning after wake up with an empty stomach.

Method to use Apple Cider Vinegar for Colon Cleanse:

  • Raw apple cider vinegar – 1 tablespoon
  • Ceylon cinnamon – a dash
  • Raw honey – 2 teaspoons
  • Pure filtered water (prefer lukewarm water) – 8 ounces

Add raw ACV, organic honey and cinnamon powder in water. Stir well and drink this mix to flush out toxins and other impurities from the colon. Regular intake of this ACV drink for 3 times a day for 1 week will cleanse your colon and enhance healthy gut.

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5. Ginger and Apple Smoothie:

Ginger and Apple Smoothie

An apple a day keeps the doctor away is the popular proverb due to its many health benefits (proven). It has rich content of fiber, antioxidants, and phytochemicals. These phytochemicals help to improves cardiac health, reduce cholesterol, and thus prevent the growth of cancer cells (including colon cancer).

Ginger helps a lot in treating digestive disorders, including this colon cleanse due to its antiseptic, antibacterial, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Always use the organic ingredients to prepare this smoothie.

Method to prepare this Apple & Ginger smoothie:

  • Ginger (wash and peel) – 1 tablespoon
  • Spinach (chopped) – 1 cup
  • Carrot (medium) – 1
  • Apple (medium) – 1
  • Pure filtered water – 8 to 10 ounces

Pour fresh ginger pieces, fresh spinach, carrot pieces, sliced and deseeded apple pieces and pure filtered water in the blender. Blend all these ingredients on high speed until they become smooth. Drink this ginger and apple smoothie for once daily, few days to cleanse your colon, constipation and also to enhance proper digestion.

6. Probiotics:

Probiotics help to keep the harmful bacteria at bay and enhancing the good bacteria will help to keep the stools loose and soft and retain the moisture in the intestines for a healthy flow.

Remember that lack of healthy bacteria will turn your poop as rock hard pebbles. So, include probiotic – rich foods like milk kefir, fermented foods, unflavored plain yogurt, sauerkraut, etc. in your daily diet.

You can also find probiotic supplements (or capsules) at your local pharmacy or health food stores or online stores.

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Final Word:

Start detoxifying your colon with these natural foods and make it as a part of the daily routine. A detoxified body will definitely change the way how you feel and you think. Try them and share your experience with us in the below comments box.

Natural Remedies to Treat Constipation

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Natural Home Remedies for Constipation

Everyone will experience constipation in their lives. Do you know that 63 million Americans are affected with constipation each year? The main reasons are the intake of unhealthy food, dehydration, lack of physical exercises and improper lifestyle habits.

However, there are many medications, herbs and natural remedies that claim to cure constipation but how do we know which one is the best method to get rid of constipation.

Most of the people want a quick fix with minimal work and taking laxatives to get relief from constipation. But do you know that they do more harm than good to our body? So, it’s best to stay away from laxative medications.

What to be avoided during Constipation?

You should avoid the intake of over the counter laxatives, high fiber content foods, intake of unhealthy foods, etc. Lets us know all about these things in detail.

Laxatives make the body lose all essential vitamins, water weight, electrolytes and other minerals in the colon (large intestine) and thereby causes some imbalances in the body. This will activate the threat and result in dangerous health issues like sudden confusion, severe muscle weakness, seizures, irregular heartbeats or chest pain.

There are mainly three types of laxatives used for treating constipation.

Osmotic Laxatives work by pulling the fluids into the intestine and thereby to flush out the hard stools to clear constipation. It results in certain side effects like diarrhea, dehydration, painful cramps, electrolyte imbalances, and bloating.

Bulk – Forming Laxatives make the small hard stools to increase in mass and thus makes it move easily from the colon, but it can also result in more blockages. It results in certain side effects like painful passage, fecal impaction, and anal bleeding due to the addition of more mass to already clogged stool.

Stimulant Laxatives will activate the unnatural spasms and contractions of the lining of the colon. It results in certain side effects like dehydration, diarrhea, bloating and painful cramping.

Although the long term usage will result in lazy bowel syndrome which in turn leads to depending on this laxatives to get rid of constipation and to have regular bowel movement.

Apart from constipation, fiber is another culprit for constipation. Most people think that intake of fiber will help for healthy digestion and thereby stool formation and regular bowel movement but too much intake of fiber can actually result in constipation, painful gas pains, and bloating.

So, fiber makes the stool tough and bulky. There are two types of fiber – dietary and functional (or isolated fiber). Dietary fibers found naturally in food and functional on are unnaturally extracted from plants. So, too much of functional fiber will cause strains, hemorrhoids, tears inside the intestinal tract, and anal bleeding. It’s always best to consume daily recommended fiber but not in overdosage.

Don’t worry, constipation is not a life threatening problem but the only thing is that it makes you feel uncomfortable and ruin your perfect good day. It prevents the body from getting rid of toxins, which in turn results in colorectal cancer or other gastrointestinal disorders.

Remember that everyone’s body works differently, so one remedy that works for you will not work for another. Let’s look at some remedies that help to treat constipation. Be sure that they should be used for 2 – 4 days but no longer than 2 weeks at a time.

Natural Home Remedies for Constipation:

Here are some home remedies for constipation that works naturally to get rid of the problem.

1. Magnesium:

We all know that magnesium is an important electrolyte that is essential for proper functioning of the bones and body cells. It regulates the muscles, bowels, immune system, and heart rhythm. It exhibits some laxative effects that relax your intestinal muscles and attract water back into the colon.

Don’t use more magnesium than the recommended dosage (or use it as your daily bowel regulator) why because the abundance of the electrolyte can cause some serious disruptions in the body. Mostly the magnesium interferes with certain medications like chemo drugs, diuretics, calcium drugs, and antibiotics. Also, people suffering from kidney problems should avoid taking these supplements, as it is excreted through the kidneys.

 Method to use Magnesium for Constipation:

Consume a magnesium supplement of 300 – 400 milligrams daily at night before bedtime with water and have a nice sleep to have a bowel movement by the morning time. Make sure to consult your doctor before taking this magnesium supplement.

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2. Oils:

Oils such as virgin coconut oil, castor oil, extra virgin olive oil or almond oil can be widely used to treat constipation. These oils help to lubricate the digestive tract and thus make a smooth passage of stool through the colon due to its texture and consistency.

They also provide essential nutrients, antioxidants, and omega – 3 fatty acids that aids in proper digestion, stimulate the gallbladder to release bile and thereby regular bowel movements. Try to take pure organic oils rather than oils which have a mix of pesticides, artificial agents, chemicals and fillers of other cheaper oils.

Method to use Oils for Constipation:

Consume 1 – 2 teaspoons of the oil for once or twice daily. You can drink it on an empty stomach either by mixing it with water, coffee, juice, smoothies or sprinkled over salads. Also, mix oil in the flaxseeds but not take flaxseed oil because it doesn’t have high amounts of dietary fibers (as seeds have).

If you have a sensitive stomach then try not to use this oil on an empty stomach, as it results in slight stomach pain, queasiness. For treating constipation (or gas pains) in babies, you can mix 2 teaspoons of coconut oil with homemade formula and feed them to get rid of the problem.

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3. Probiotics:

Probiotics help to clear constipation naturally due to its rich content of intestinal flora (good bacteria). This good bacteria helps to keep the stool loose and retains moisture in the intestine. In many times, we wipe out good bacteria accidentally by taking antibiotics, diarrhea, surgeries, colon cleanses, too much intake of fiber, protein deficiency, etc.

Intake of commercial yogurts will not be a good substitute for probiotics, as they undergo high – heat sterilization process during their manufacturing to get longer shelf life and thereby the active bacteria will be lost by the time we eat it. Probiotics are a safe remedy for treating constipation in pregnant ladies.

Before taking any probiotic supplements, you have to test them for live bacteria.

Testing Probiotic Pills – Toss 1/2 cup of milk in a container and pour the contents of 2 – 3 pills into the milk. Stir well and wait for overnight (8 – 10 hours). The live bacteria in the pills will make the milk to form as curdles or clumps.

Testing Yogurt – pour 1 part of yogurt and 2 parts of milk in a container. Wait for overnight (or 8 – 10 hours). The live bacteria in the yogurt should cause the content to grow and multiply in quantity.

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4. Organic Blackstrap Molasses:

Molasses has low sugar content and high nutritional value along with high doses of potassium and magnesium, which are essential to fight against constipation. It hardens the poop by drawing fluids into the bowels and thus moistens the hard stool.

It is alkaline in nature that makes the intestine to form stools by regulating digestion. It has other essential nutrients iron, manganese (regulate the nervous system), copper (clears cancer-causing free radicals), calcium (remove waste and toxins from the colon), and vitamin B6 that relieves you from constipation.

Method to use Blackstrap Molasses for Constipation:

Consume 1 – 2 tablespoons of blackstrap molasses directly or mixed with warm water, juice, organic ACV or simply use it as your sweetener for food. Always use organic molasses to get best results. Continue the intake of this remedy for few weeks at a time.

For treating constipation (or gas pains) in babies, then mix 1 teaspoon of molasses in 1 ounce of cooled boiled water and feed them 3 times a day (prefer right before regular feedings).

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5. Water to Flush the System:

Drinking 2 full glasses of water as soon as you wake on empty stomach will help to stimulate the bowel movement. There should be a gap of 20 – 30 minutes to take your breakfast after drinking water. While we are asleep, everything will slow down and water is the only thing that stirs up and enhances your sleepy bowels.

Also, remember that the intake of too much water will result in dehydration and constipation with a simple logic that the more water we drink the more of essential nutrients (like calcium, potassium, magnesium, etc.) will be flushed away with the urine.

So, drink enough water to prevent the imbalance of electrolytes in the body and thereby it causes digestive disorders, dehydration, and constipation. It is shown in some study conducted in Japan that constipation is not caused due to low water intake or fiber intake but it associated with low intake of water from foods and low magnesium intake.

6. Acupuncture/Massage:

The Acupuncture/massage is a Traditional Chinese Medicine’s (TCM) effective technique recommended for treating constipation. In general, the blockage is caused by the reduction in the flow of Qi, excess hot or excess cold in the body.

Qi (vital energy) is influenced by two life forces – Ying and Yang. Whenever these forces are blocked or interrupted, then it affects the overall health. So, consult a reputable acupuncturist or masseuse and ask them for a specialized treatment for proper digestion and constipation.

7. Never Delay When Nature Calls:

Never ever delays or hold the stool in the colon. If you have the urge to go to the bathroom then simply go and clear the problem. If you hold it then the fluids from the stool are reabsorbed by the colon and make it hard to pass after a time.

If you’re in a position that not having any access to go bathroom throughout the day, then it’s better to train your body to have a bowel movement at the same time every day like having your bowel movement daily at the beginning or end of the day.

8. Positions:

The position also helps to enhance your bowel movements. However, the invention of modern flush toilets is new and causes more strain to poop. Most of the experts are saying that squatting reduces the strain, anal fistulas, constipation, and hemorrhoids, as squatting opens up the puborectalis muscle and thus allows for complete emptying of your bowel movement.

Method:

Place a stepping stool under each of the foot while sitting on the toilet. Then prop your legs up as high as possible to mimic a squatting position. You can also try using a squatty potty to make most natural and comfortable squatting position.

These squatty pottys comes in different heights that range from beginners – level squatter to a more experienced squatter, which is placed underneath the toilet seat and out of the way.

Final Word:

Constipation can be a sign that something is not running right and it is an underlying warning to the bigger issue. It is not fixed overnight but with these natural remedies, you will definitely felt happy for regular bowel movements in a few days.

Best Ways to Lose your Weight

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Home Remedies for Weight Loss

In this modern world, everyone wants to have a perfect well toned slim body but due to hectic work, stress, irregular eating habits, etc. are causing you gain weight and become obese and thereby results in many health problems like knee pain, diabetes, irregular menstrual cycles, heart problems, etc.

When the fat content exceeds the normal valves of the body then it makes you overweight. It is a general health concern that occurs when you consume more food without working or burning your energy levels.

There are many causes for weight gain like over eating, tension & stress, genetics, sedentary lifestyle, hormonal imbalance, over intake of junk foods, lack of exercise, sleeplessness, depression, pregnancy, certain medications, consuming more of alcoholic beverages, etc.

Snoring, excessive sweating, joint pains, back pains, mental work, difficulty in breathing, high cholesterol, high value of BMI, enlarged body parts, heart diseases, high cholesterol, getting tiredness easily, etc. are some symptoms experienced by people suffering from overweight.

Most people choose fad diets, weight loss pills, instant weight loss programs or slimming therapies to lose their weight but it is not the right way to lose weight. It is proved that consuming a healthy nutritional diet and burning your calories by exercising is the best way to lose your weight and to maintain a healthy body.

Here in this article, we are going to know some natural remedies that help you in cutting down the excess pounds without any side effects.

Let’s get started…

Home Remedies for Weight Loss:

Have a look at these popular and most effective home remedies that help you in losing excess weight of your body and thereby makes it slim and fit. For best results, follow these remedies regularly.

Remedy – 1: (Honey)

The essential vitamins, minerals and other nutrients in honey help to dissolve the fat and cholesterol in your body. It not only mobilizes the stored fat to use it for regular activities but also reduces the risk of cardiovascular and other health disorders.

Here are few ways of using honey for weight loss.

  • Honey Water – Mix 1 tablespoon of raw honey to 1 glass of lukewarm water. Stir well and drink it in the morning on an empty stomach. Regular intake of honey water will definitely help you in losing weight.
  • Honey with Lemon – Lemon is enriched with vitamin C that exhibits fat metabolism to reduce your excess weight. Add 1 tablespoon of honey and 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice in 1 glass of lukewarm water. Stir and drink it in the morning on an empty stomach. Repeat daily in the morning to reduce your weight.
  • Mix 1 teaspoon of honey, 1/4 teaspoon of freshly crushed black pepper powder and 3 tablespoons of lemon juice in 1 glass of lukewarm water. Stir and drink it on an empty stomach in every morning to get rid of excess calories.
  • Honey with Cinnamon – Cinnamon regulates the blood sugar levels and thereby reduces the storage of fat in the body.  Stir 1 tablespoon each of cinnamon powder and honey in 1 cup of warm water. Drink this water early in the morning on an empty stomach to get rid of overweight.

Remedy – 2: (Apple Cider Vinegar)

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) helps to lose weight with its organic acids and enzymes that raise the rate of metabolism and thereby speed up the burning fat. It lowers the blood sugar levels and reduces water retention to get rid of excess calories.

  • Mix 2 tablespoons of organic ACV and 1 tablespoon of raw honey in 1 glass of water (prefer lukewarm water).
  • Stir well and drink this apple cider vinegar water to burn the calories.
  • Continue the intake of this water for 2 – 3 times daily before meals to lose your weight quickly.

Honey and ACV For WeightLoss

Note:

  • Or simply mix 2 teaspoons of unfiltered ACV in 1 glass of water and drink it in the morning and before meals to reduce your weight.
  • Make sure that the quantity should not exceed 2 tablespoons of ACV per day or else it may lower the bone mineral density and blood potassium levels.

Remedy – 3: (Green Tea)

Green tea contains a compound called epigallocatechin – 3 – gallate (EGCG), which helps to slow down the process of weight gain and increases the ability of the body to utilize fat without storing.

It is also enriched with vitamin C, zinc, carotenoids, chromium, selenium and other trace minerals that provide green tea with fat – fighting metabolism to reduce your appetite and thereby keeps you fit and slim.

  • Prepare green tea by steeping either green tea bag or green tea leaves in 1 cup of warm water for 5 minutes.
  • Drink 2 – 3 cups every day to burn your calories and fat in the body.
  • Regular intake will help to increase metabolism and reduce the bad cholesterol in the body to lose your weight.

Also, check out the Best Teas for Weight Loss.

Remedy – 4: (Parsley)

Parsley has rich content of vitamins (A & C), phosphorus, copper, iron, manganese, folate, etc. that speed up the body metabolism to eliminate the stored fat and thereby reduces the body weight. It aids in proper digestion and assimilation of food to get rid of indigestion, excess gas and stomach cramps.

It also contains mild diuretic property that retains the water from the body and makes you lose excess weight effectively. Here are few ways of using parsley for losing weight.

  • Parsley Leaves – Chop a handful of fresh parsley leaves finely and add this to your salads, cooked dishes, soups, casseroles, sauces, sandwich or any other food to bring extra nutrition and taste to your food.
  • Parley Tea – Mix 2 teaspoons of dried parsley in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir and steep for 10 minutes and strain the water. Drink this tea for 2 – 3 times daily to lose your weight. Or simply use parsley tea bag to prepare parsley tea and drink it to get relief from obesity and overweight.
  • Parsley Herbal Concoction – Chop a large bunch of parsley, 1 chopped dandelion leaf, 1 chopped blackberry leaf, 1/2 teaspoon each of celery tops, corn silk, fennel seeds and couch grass and 10 cherry stems. Stir these in 1 quart of boiling water and steep for few minutes. Strain and drink this concoction to reduce your excess weight.

Remedy – 5: (Cayenne Pepper)

Cayenne pepper has capsaicin that helps to stimulate the body to burn your fat and thereby to increase the energy expenditure. It suppresses the excess appetite caused by malabsorption of nutrients in the body.

Here are few ways of using cayenne pepper for weight loss.

  • Mix a dash of cayenne pepper and juice of 1/2 a lemon in 1 glass of hot water. Stir well and drink this cayenne pepper tea regularly for few months to get rid of overweight. You can increase the quantity of cayenne pepper for up to 1 teaspoon.
  • Add 2 tablespoons each of fresh lemon juice and maple syrup in 10 ounces of water. Stir well by adding a dash of cayenne pepper and drink this mix to get rid of the obesity and excess weight.
  • Also, use cayenne pepper and other spices like black pepper, turmeric, ginger and mustard seeds in your meal preparations on regular basis.

Remedy – 6: (Diet Plan)

We already discussed that healthy diet will play a major role in maintaining a healthy body and mind, so here we will know the best diet for weight loss.

  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to flush out the toxins from the body and to stay hydrated.
  • Consume 1 bowl of cabbage daily to burn the body fat, controls the blood sugar levels and reduce your weight. Cabbage has excellent source of vitamins (A, B1, B2, B6 & C) and minerals (potassium, manganese, iron) and other nutrients that support the metabolism to lose your weight.
  • Olive oil has rich monounsaturated fatty acids that lower your bad (LDL) cholesterol and raises good (HDL) cholesterol. So, consume 1 – 2 tablespoons of olive oil (or) drizzle on your salad dressing or pasta or cooked vegetables (or) use it as your cooking oil.
  • Carrots are rich in vitamins (A, B-complex, C & K) that regulate your blood sugar levels and a healthy nutrition which helps to break down the fat, glucose and protein that increase metabolism and thereby reduce weight. Drink 1 cup of fresh carrot juice every morning before breakfast (or) eat it raw.
  • The rich amount of proteins in the egg will make you feel fuller for a longer time. Eat an egg or two either by scrambling, frying, boiling or baking it. Make sure to take this either in the time of morning breakfast, lunch or evening snack.
  • The usage of flax seeds which has a rich source of omega – 3 fatty acids will make you feel fuller and speed up the metabolism to manage your weight. Crush some flaxseeds and sprinkle it on the cereals, soups, oats or in any form. Consume it to get control over your weight

Tips and Precautions:

  1. Aloe vera aids in weight loss by stimulating the metabolism and removes toxins from the digestive system and colon. Simply blend some aloe gel with 1 cup of citrus juice (or water) and drink it daily.
  2. The mahanimbine in curry leaves exhibit anti-obesity effect that lowers your body weight and reduces the cholesterol and triglyceride levels. So, use curry leaves as a part of your daily diet.
  3. Consume steamed or boiled food rather than oily or fried foods to prevent the risk of adding excess weight.
  4. Perform some regular exercises like yoga, walking for 30 – 40 minutes, stretches, jogging, brisk walk, etc. will help you a lot in reducing your weight in a safe way.
  5. Finger millets (ragi) has rich content of calcium, vitamin B1 & B2, phosphorus, and iron that helps to curb your appetite. So, consume ragi chapattis to grab best weight loss results.
  6. Sleep is another essential factor that affects on weight. So, get sufficient time to sleep and relax well to get rid of work tensions and to balance your hormonal levels.
  7. Consume tomatoes, fresh fruits (pineapple, orange, grapefruit, cranberries, berries, peaches, or citrus fruits, papaya) and vegetables (carrots, boiled potato, broccoli, spinach, cucumber, bottle gourd, etc.) which has more water content and low calories that helps you to get control over your weight.
  8. Never ever skip your meals but make sure to consume less quantity of food by increasing the frequency.

Try these natural ways to lose your overweight and to enjoy healthy slim and fit body. Do you know any other successful natural remedies for weight loss? Then share it with us in the below comments box.

DIY Natural Sugar Wax Recipes for Hair Removal

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DIY Sugar Wax Recipes

Sugar waxing is an ancient practice in Arabia for removing unwanted hair on the body. In these days, it has been popular as an effective method for hair removal.

Most people are unaware that they can prepare this sugar wax recipe at home and remove their unwanted hair at home without spending money and time in the salons or parlor.

Are you one among those people who tried many sugar wax recipes which went wrong and getting frustrated with these failed attempts? Then it is the right place for you to prepare a sugar wax with the right consistency.

Many people prefer shaving rather than waxing but shaving doesn’t clear hair from the roots and causes some dark spots, weird bumps or rashes on the skin and you have to shave the hair frequently.

But coming to sugar waxing, it is a natural and safe process with long lasting resulting. It is easy to prepare and use it without any dark spots, bumps or ingrown hairs on the skin. This sugar wax is not sticky and painful when compared to other waxing.

So, want to try this DIY homemade sugar wax recipes then have a look at the below-mentioned methods and try any one of them for hair removal.

DIY Sugar Wax Recipes:

Here are some best DIY sugar wax recipes which you can try at home to remove the unwanted hair on the body.

Method – 1: (Sugar Wax without Strips)

This method helps you to remove hair without using strips. Here we use lemon juice, sugar, water and guar gum in which lemon juice prevent sugar from crystallizing and guar gum makes this paste more elastic and pliable.

Preparation Steps:

  • Pour 1 cup of white sugar in a saucepan which is placed on the stove over medium-low flame.
  • Then add 2 teaspoons of fresh lemon juice (or 1/4 cup) and 1/5 cup of water in it.
  • Stir well until the sugar dissolves and turns into a golden syrup.
  • Turn off the heat and stir it by adding 1/2 teaspoon guar gum and squirt a thin layer of water on the baking pan.
  • Pour this syrup on it with a spoon and start scraping the syrup from all the edges towards the center to cool the mix and solidify it.
  • Do it till the ball of sugar wax is formed and then start stretching and pulling it by wetting your hands occasionally for 10 – 15 minutes.
  • This process will make the ball stretchy and pliable and store it in a clean jar and refrigerate it for up to 2 months.

How to Use:

  • Wash and dry the area where you want to use this sugar wax.
  • Then dust the area with either corn starch or baby powder to ensure that the sugar sticks to the hairs.
  • Take your sugar ball and stretch it on a small area of the skin in the opposite direction of hair growth
  • Wait for 7 seconds and pull off in the same direction of the hair growth.
  • Continue this process till you are done with all the areas and moisturize the skin with some natural moisturizers to enjoy hairless smooth skin.
  • You can use this sugar wax for 3 – 4 times until it loses the firmness and also remember that not to use this wax recipe for removing facial hair.

Note: 

  • In this recipe, lemon juice is used to bind the ingredients and prevent sugar from crystallizing but for certain reasons like sensitive skin, irritating and making your skin photosensitive. So, prepare wax recipe by using vinegar instead of lemon juice and add few drops of lavender oil and avoid using guar gum to it.
  • If you want, you can also add a pinch of salt to this sugar wax recipe.

Method – 2: (Sugar Wax Recipe with Strips)

This makes use of strips to remove the hair from the roots. It also uses three simple ingredients – sugar (prefer white sugar), lemon juice and water.

Preparation Steps:

  • Pour 1 cup of sugar and 1/4 cup of water in a pan and stir well until the sugar melts.
  • Then add 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice and stir it on medium flame till it turns to golden brown color.
  • Turn off the flame and leave the wax to cool completely.
  • Store it in a glass jar for regular usage.

How to Use:

  • Before starting this waxing, you have to dust some cornstarch or talcum powder on the skin to clear the oil or dust from the skin.
  • Then spread this sugar mix on the skin by using a Popsicle stick or butter knife.
  • Now press a waxing strip on it and pull it in the opposite direction of hair growth.
  • Finally, rinse your skin with cold water and use a moisturizer or aloe vera gel to prevent redness on the skin and to make it smooth.

Tips and Precautions:

  1. For best results, you have to take a hot shower along with a bit of sugar scrub to exfoliate the areas where you want to use this wax. Apply it after you dried your skin thoroughly.
  2. Remember that not to apply any lotion 24 hours before on the skin where you want to remove the hair.
  3. Also, reheat the mix using a microwave or placing the jar in a boiling water to remove the hair from the roots.

Try these natural sugar wax recipes to remove the unwanted hair from the root. Do you know any other successful homemade sugar wax recipes? Then share it with us in the comments box.

How to Get Rid of Acne using Apple Cider Vinegar

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Acne – an inflammatory skin problem caused when the hair follicles get clogged with excess oil (sebum), dead skin cell, bacteria and dirt. Thus it results in acne blemishes or pimples.

The most common acne affected areas are the face, neck, chest, back and shoulders. Food habits, hormonal imbalance and unhygienic skin care are the main triggers of acne breakouts.

Don’t panic and rush for the cosmetic treatments or creams for treating your acne. There are many natural remedies available at your home, apple cider vinegar is one among the best remedy used for treating acne and its scars.

How Does Apple Cider Vinegar prevent Acne?

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a powerhouse for treating acne. Have a look at its properties to know how it clears acne without leaving scars.

  • Apple cider vinegar has malic acid that exhibits antibacterial, antimicrobial and antiseptic properties which fight against the bacteria to unclog your skin pores to cure acne.
  • It is rich in alpha-hydroxy acids and beta –carotene that exhibit antioxidant property which helps to get rid of free radicals attack on the skin and rejuvenate the damaged skin.
  • It acts as a natural detoxifier that clears impurities and other harmful toxins causing acne.
  • It has an anti-inflammatory property that reduces redness, pain, swelling and irritation.
  • It contains all essential nutrients required to speed up the acne healing process and leaves your skin scars free.
  • It balances your skin’s pH level to regulate the production of sebum (not too oily or too dry).
  • It acts as an astringent that dries out the excess oil by regulating the sebaceous glands and it also balances your skin’s pH levels to create an unfriendly nature for bacteria to thrive.

How to use Apple Cider Vinegar for Acne:

Discover the best ways of using apple cider vinegar for treating your acne and its symptoms in a faster manner. These methods are effective in treating acne on all over the skin.

Method – 1: (Apple Cider Vinegar with Water – External Application)

  • Cleanse your face with mild soap and warm water.
  • Pat dry and mix 1 part of ACV to 3 parts of water.
  • Stir well and soak a cotton ball in this mix.
  • Dab it directly on the acne blemishes and let it sit for 30 minutes to overnight.
  • After that, rinse your face thoroughly with water.
  • Dry it and apply some moisturizer to dryness caused by the use of ACV.
  • Repeat it regularly to get relief from acne and its scars.

Note:

  • If you’re having oily skin, then mix 1:1 ratio of ACV and water mix on skin. Leave it for overnight to get rid of acne.
  • Or mix apple cider vinegar with aloe vera gel or coconut oil or witch hazel or onion juice and apply it on the acne affected areas to get rid of the problem.

Method – 2: (Apple Cider Vinegar – Internal Intake)

  • Drinking apple cider vinegar will help to remove the impurities and other toxins in the bloodstream. This helps a lot in curing acne from inside.
  • Mix 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and 1 teaspoon of honey in 1 glass of water (prefer lukewarm water).
  • Stir well and drink it once daily to get relief from the acne.

How to Cure Acne with Apple Cider Vinegar

Note:

  • Or mix a juice of 1 fresh lemon, 1 teaspoon of raw honey and 2 tablespoons of organic apple cider vinegar in 12 oz of water and drink it throughout the day on daily basis.
  • Or else mix apple cider vinegar in your favorite juices or green tea and drink it.
  • Also, remember to rinse your mouth with water after drinking ACV to prevent the damage of tooth enamel.

Method – 3: (Apple Cider Vinegar with Baking Soda)

  • Baking soda exfoliates the skin to remove the impurities on the skin and vinegar prevents the microbial action on the skin. So, this combination unclogs the skin pores and prevents acne effectively.
  • Mix 2 tablespoons each of raw ACV and baking soda in a bowl.
  • Apply this paste on the face and neck as a mask.
  • Let it sit for 10 – 15 minutes and rinse off with cool water.
  • Pat dry and apply moisturizer (as both these ingredients are drying agents) on the skin.
  • Continue this mask for once or twice a week to get rid of acne.

Method – 4: (Apple Cider Vinegar for Cystic Acne)

  • When the acne gets deeply infected then it forms cysts (fluids filled with bacteria, dead cells and white blood cells) and it is called as cystic acne.
  • Apple cider vinegar has astringent and antimicrobial properties along with balancing the skin’s pH levels to remove excess oil, dead cells and bacteria to prevent cystic acne.
  • Apply ACV directly on the cysts by using a cotton ball or Q-tip at night before bedtime.
  • Leave it on for overnight and rinse with water in the next morning.
  • Repeat it regularly till you get relief from cystic acne.

Note: If you’ve sensitive skin then mix ACV with little of water and apply it on acne cysts.

Method – 5: (Apple Cider Vinegar for Scalp Acne)

  • Scalp acne is the result of clogged hair follicles. ACV disinfects the skin, clears scalp and balances its pH level to get rid of scalp acne.
  • Apple cider vinegar acts as a natural detangler that cleanses your hair and makes it look shiny and smooth.
  • Wash your hair and apply shampoo and conditioner.
  • Then mix equal parts of apple cider vinegar and water.
  • Use this mix to give a final rinse to your hair.
  • Let your hair air dry and repeat it once or twice a week for 3 – 4 weeks.

Tips and Precautions:

  1. Always use organic, raw, unfiltered and unpasteurized apple cider vinegar with the Mother content to treat all your health, skin and hair problems, including acne.
  2. For treating bacne, mix 1 part of ACV with 2 parts of water and pour into an empty spray bottle. Spray it on the bacne affected areas and rinse off after 20 minutes.
  3. Use apple cider vinegar as a toner by pour a little on a cotton pad and apply it on the skin after cleansing. Wait till it dries and then apply lotions or creams which you use regularly.
  4. Never apply ACV on the open wounds or sensitive places of the skin or too near to the eyes, as it causes a stinging sensation.
  5. Do a skin patch test before using ACV for acne to know whether it causing any allergic reaction or safe to apply on skin.
  6. Consume a healthy diet by including fresh fruits and vegetables, reduce the processed or oily or fast foods, drink plenty of water, etc. should be included in your diet.
  7. Exercise regularly and do yoga to prevent your stress, which results in more acne breakouts.
  8. Apply sunscreen while going outside to prevent skin’s sensitivity to sun rays.
  9. Consult your doctor if you don’t find any relief or causing more acne breakouts, for proper diagnose and treatment as per your health condition.

Hope you’ll give a trial to these apple cider vinegar methods for curing your acne. Do you have any queries or know any methods not mentioned here? Then share it with us in the below comments section.