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How to Detoxify your Body Naturally

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Simple Tips to Follow to Detoxify your Body

There is an inbuilt natural detox system in our body which helps to get rid of impurities and toxins from our body. In general, we came into contact with toxins in everywhere like in the food, air (we breathe), water, etc.

Our body detoxifies the toxins and the toxins enter into the body every time. So, to get rid of these toxins, we have to follow a detox diet to enhance the body’s natural detox process.

Detoxification helps to support the liver functioning and thereby maintains a natural balanced state in our body. Here we are going to learn about how to deal with toxins which accumulate in the body on a daily basis.

Detoxification will help to reduce getting sick, enhance your energy levels and strengthens your immune system. There are some excellent ways that make you easy to detoxify your body regularly.

Simple Tips to Follow to Detoxify your Body:

Here are some daily actions mentioned that help to detoxify your body naturally. All you need to follow them regularly. Let’s get started.

1. Lemon Water:

Lemon is very effective in detoxifying your body and reducing the harmful toxins. The citric acid and vitamin C content in lemon aids in producing bile in the liver and more bile means a smooth flow of food through your gastrointestinal tract.

It also alkalizes the pH level of the body and thereby makes it more resistant to disease-causing germs. Drink lemon water in the early morning (or) include lemon in your daily diet to grab this detoxification.

  • Squeeze 1/2 a lemon into 1 glass of lukewarm water.
  • Stir well and drink it in the morning on an empty stomach.
  • If you want, you can add a little organic honey in it.
  • But be sure to wait for 30 minutes to eat breakfast after drinking lemon water.
  • Do the same process daily to detoxify your body.

2. Water:

Every organ in our body needs water for metabolic process. It helps to flush out the toxins and thereby clears feces. So, drinking plenty of water (10 glasses) will help to keep the bowel and digestive system healthy which in turn keeps your body free from harmful toxins.

For best results, drink 1 – 2 glasses of water in every morning on an empty stomach (prefer to drink water stored in a copper vessel) for better functioning of the digestive tract.

3. Dry Brushing:

Dry brushing is a simple way to slough off the dead cells and harmful toxins that accumulate deep into the skin. It activates the sweat glands and thereby excretes toxins through sweat from the skin.

  • Stand upright in the bathroom and start dry brushing using a natural bristle brush or just a dry loofah.
  • Continue this dry brushing to the whole body for about 10 – 20 minutes.
  • Then after, go for a long warm bath and rinse your body with a cool shower.
  • Dry your skin and nourish the skin using a good moisturizer.
  • Repeat this dry brushing for 3 – 5 times a week on regular basis.

4. Detoxification Smoothies:

Fruits and vegetables like beetroot, kale, spinach, apples, pineapple, kiwis, oranges, pears, avocado, ginger, alfalfa sprouts, etc. will help to detoxify your body. Intake of green smoothies will help to remove toxic wastes by stimulating the digestive tract.

Here is a simple green smoothie recipe which aids in detoxification.

  • Pour a handful of spinach, 1/2 banana, 1/2 cucumber, 1 medium size apple (pieces), 2 tablespoons of ground flaxseed and 1 cup of green tea (or) coconut water (or) non-fat yogurt in a blender.
  • Blend it for few minutes till it forms as a smoothie.
  • Pour this smoothie into a glass and drink it daily to get detoxify your body.

5. Oil Pulling:

Oil pulling is an Ayurvedic technique that removes harmful toxins from the body. It detoxifies the body and thus stimulates the metabolism-regulating hormones and thereby leads to weight loss.

  • It also freshen your breath, makes your teeth white and enhances oral health.
  • Place 1 tablespoon of organic coconut oil into your mouth.
  • Start swishing the oil around the mouth for 15 – 20 minutes.
  • After that, spit it out (not swallow it) and brush your teeth normally.
  • Be sure to wait for 30 minutes after doing this oil pulling.
  • For best results, do the same process daily in the morning on an empty stomach.

6. Green Tea:

Green tea is rich in antioxidants that help to detoxify the body by eliminating harmful toxins. So, switch to green tea rather than your regular coffee. It has polyphenols that help to promote the production of fat burning hormones which in turn boost metabolism and clears toxins.

  • Drink 2 – 3 cups of green tea (or any other herbal teas) to detoxify your body from harmful toxins.
  • Drink it daily to get rid of toxins and its effects on the body.

7. Get Deep Sleep:

Getting deep sleep is essential for proper functioning of your brain and other vital organs, as sleep will help to eliminate toxins from the body and thus makes you feel rejuvenated and refreshed. So, go for a deep sleep without having much late night parties or watching late night shows.

This late night sleep will delay the bowel movement or holding back the urine in the morning will make the body to reabsorb the toxins.

8. Exercises:

Sweat aids in eliminating toxins from the body and exercise is the best way to promote sweating. So, do some regular exercises for at least 30 minutes daily which helps to power up the lungs and gives proper breathing. It also makes your organs strong and improves your metabolism.

9. Say No to Toxic Substance:

Eliminate or lessen the intake of toxic substances when you’re following detoxification process. so, avoid the intake of coffee (caffeine products), alcohol, tobacco, packaged or processed foods, food that has chemicals or additives or preservatives, food that comes in cans or bags or boxes, sugars or artificial sweeteners, etc. which contribute to toxic buildup in the body.

It’s also important to reduce your stress levels, as stress is the main cause for going up of toxic levels in the body. So, managing your stress levels will help to detox the body on a daily basis.

10. Clean the Mouth:

Brushing isn’t enough to clean your mouth but you have to scrape your tongue daily to get rid of toxins inside the mouth. This thorough cleaning will help to remove harmful bacteria, fungi, germs, food debris and other dead cells from the surface of the tongue.

Tips and Precautions:

  1. Always consume whole or organic foods like fresh fruits and vegetables that have soluble fiber, natural nutrients, enzymes and antioxidants that help to flush out the toxins from the body.
  2. Go for a sauna bath for at least once a week which helps to improve blood circulation and eliminates toxins through sweating.
  3. Give your internal organs some time to rest and rejuvenate by fasting for a day or two. Do this fasting process for once in 2 months to get detoxify your whole body.
  4. Any problem rises due to improper functioning of the digestive tract. So, consume more of probiotic foods to regain good bacteria which are essential to improve digestion and detoxify the body.

Try these natural ways to detoxify your body and share your experience with us in the below comments box.

DIY Remedies for Asthma

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Asthma is a chronic respiratory problem that causes air passage in the lung to get inflamed and constrict, which causes difficulty breathing. It can be either chronic or acute attacks. Whenever there is an obstruction in the flow of air in the lungs, then this asthma attack will occur.

However, the exact cause for this asthma attacks are not known but it can be triggered by respiratory infections, allergies, pollution, weather or environmental conditions, smoke, strong perfumes, etc. can cause asthma attacks.

Coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath, etc. are some of the causes of asthma. Although, there are many medical treatments and medications available for treating asthma but the usage of simple natural remedies along with them will help you to get relief from the symptoms and also to reduce the frequency of asthma attacks.

Home Remedies for Asthma:

Here are the best and effective natural home remedies which you have to follow them regularly to get relief from asthma attacks and its symptoms.

Method – 1: (Ginger)

Ginger has gingerols, shogaols and zingerones that exhibit analgesic and anti – inflammatory properties which reduce the airway inflammation and inhibit airway contraction for normal breathing. It also has antioxidant and antibacterial properties that cleanse the system and relieves you from psychological stress to prevent asthma.

Steps to be followed…

  • Add equal quantities of fresh ginger juice, organic honey and fresh pomegranate juice in a bowl.
  • Stir well and consume 1 tablespoon of this mix to get relief from asthma.
  • Repeat consuming this mix for 2 – 3 times daily will help you to get rid of asthma and its symptoms.

Note:

  • Or simply chew a piece of ginger by sprinkling salt on it.
  • Or else prepare ginger tea, add ginger in your daily diet like soups, salads, curries and other recipes.
  • Alternatively, soak fenugreek seeds in water for overnight. Then mix 1 teaspoon each of honey and ginger juice to 2 teaspoons of soaked fenugreek. Consume it twice daily, once in the morning and at night to detoxify your lungs and to get rid of asthma.

Method – 2: (Honey)

Honey strengthens the immune system that protects against respiratory infections, flu, and cold which in turn reduce the asthma attacks. It has certain alcohols and ethereal oil that break up mucus in the throat. It soothes mucous membranes to minimize coughing and wheezing.

Steps to be followed…

  • Add 1 teaspoon of raw honey in 8 ounces of warm water (or 1 glass of warm milk).
  • Stir well and drink it slowly.
  • Daily intake of this hot drink for 2 – 3 times a day will enhance the mucus removal from bronchial tubes and thus reduces asthma.

Note:

  • Or simply mix 1 teaspoon of honey in 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon powder and consume it twice daily, once in the morning on an empty stomach and once at night before bed time.
  • Or else, inhale the smell of raw honey which produces the positive results for some people.

Honey Remedies for Asthma

Method – 3: (Garlic)

Garlic acts as an anti-inflammatory that helps to give quick relief from asthma and its symptoms. It clears mucus and congestion in your lungs.

Steps to be followed…

  • Place 7 – 9 garlic cloves in 1/2 cup of milk.
  • Boil it for few minutes and turn off the heat.
  • Allow it to cool for few seconds and drink the milk to get relief from asthma.
  • Regular follow – up will definitely help you to reduce the asthma attacks along with its symptoms.

Note:

  • Or simply crush 3 – 4 garlic cloves and add it to 1 glass of hot water. Let it steep for 5 minutes and allow it to cool till it reaches room temperature. Drink it regularly to cure asthma.
  • Or else consume raw or cooked onions (belongs to the same family) to clear the air passage for better breathing.

Method – 4: (Figs)

Figs have nutritional properties that promote the respiratory health and help to drain phlegm which in turn alleviate breathing difficulties.

Steps to be followed…

  • Wash 3 – 4 dried figs properly and soak them in 1 cup of water for overnight.
  • Eat the soaked figs in the next morning along with the water on an empty stomach.
  • Continue doing the same process regularly for a couple of months.

Method – 5: (Peppermint)

Peppermint is an age old remedy used as a homemade vaporizer. It has volatile oil that helps to saturate the room air to prevent the asthma attacks and also makes you breathe comfortably.

Steps to be followed…

  • Place a pan filled with 1 quart of non – chlorinated water on the stove.
  • Add 10 drops of peppermint extract or peppermint oil in it.
  • Stir it and bring it to a boil and simmer it for about an hour or more, till the water has been evaporated.
  • This evaporation will saturate in the room and makes you feel comfortable to breathe.
  • Do the same process whenever you suffer from the asthma attacks, to get rid of it.

Note: Or use eucalyptus oil which has decongestant properties along with eucalyptol (a chemical) helps to break up the mucus. Just inhale this oil before going to sleep.

Method – 6: (Turmeric)

Turmeric has curcumin that helps to control bronchial asthma to get relief from inflammation of the wind pipe of the airway (clear the mucus in the lungs). It has all essential nutrients that boost up the immune system. It also lowers the inflammatory enzymes known as COX – 2 and LOX to get rid of asthma.

Steps to be followed…

  • Add 1 teaspoon of organic turmeric powder in1 glass of warm milk.
  • Stir well till turmeric dissolves completely.
  • Drink this turmeric milk for 2 – 3 times daily to get relief from asthma.

Note:

  • Or else mix 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder to 2 teaspoons of raw honey. Stir well and consume it to get rid of asthma.
  • Alternatively, include turmeric in your daily diet either in the form of food or tincture or capsules.

Turmeric Remedies for Asthma

Method – 7: (Lemon)

Lemon has a rich amount of vitamin C that helps to boost up the immune system to make it more strong and resistant. It has antioxidant and antiseptic properties that cleanse the lungs and reduces the inflammation caused due to asthma.

Steps to be followed…

  • Squeeze out the juice freshly from 1/2 a lemon.
  • Add this lemon juice along with some honey or sugar in 1 glass of water.
  • Drink it to get relief from asthma and its symptoms.

Note:

  • Or include other vitamin C rich citrus fruits like blueberries, oranges, strawberries, papaya, etc. in your daily diet to minimize asthma symptoms.
  • Also, prefer to use fresh lemon juice rather than bottled one and also make sure that not to take citrus fruits during the asthma attacks, as it worsens the symptoms.

Lemon Remedies for Asthma

Method – 8: (Mustard Oil)

Massaging with your mustard oil will help you to clear the respiratory passages with its rich content of magnesium, selenium along with other nutrients.

Steps to be followed…

  • Heat some mustard oil with a little of camphor.
  • Then apply this warm mustard oil on the chest and upper back.
  • Massage it gently for few minutes.
  • Do it daily for several times a day till the symptoms subside.

Note: Or include mustard oil in your cooking.

Tips and Precautions:

  1. A hot cup of black coffee will act as a bronchodilator that helps to relax and clear the airways. The caffeine content in regular coffee will help to control asthma. Choose a cup of hot black tea as well.
  2. Consume foods that are rich in omega – 3 fatty acids like salmon, fatty fishes, tuna, sardines, cod, mackerel, etc. which helps to reduce the inflammation and clears airways.
  3. Drink plenty of water, avoid too much intake of salt, alcohol, smoking, overeating, avoid perfumes, paints, chemicals and other medications, etc. has to be followed regularly to prevent asthma.
  4. It’s better to maintain a diary to record all about triggers and other healthy foods that give relief from asthma along with regular exercises.
  5. Cover your nose and mouth while going outside to get rid of environment pollutants.
  6. Low humidity levels in the air can irritate the air passages which can trigger an asthma attack. A humidifier can be helpful in balancing the humidity levels and reducing the chances of asthma attacks. If you want to know the best humidifier for asthma, you can read here.
  7. It’s advisable to keep your home pet free or else maintain proper hygiene to you and your pets to get relief from pet dander that flakes out and causes allergic asthma.
  8. Include more of fresh fruits, vegetables, and green leafy vegetables in your daily diet which contains all essential nutrients that improve the functionality of your lungs.
  9. Always remember that these remedies are not a substitute to your medications which your doctor prescribes you for treating asthma. Follow these remedies along with your regular medicines.
  10. Consult your doctor regularly to know whether these remedies working effectively or not and also to choose the best which works well as per your health condition.
  11. Protect your health from the weather as cold or hot or spring, try to protect your body to get rid of asthma.

This is all about Asthma Relieving Natural Remedies. Try them regularly, do you have any other methods or queries? Then share it with us.

How to Get Rid of Low Blood Pressure

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Are you experiencing certain symptoms like dizziness, nausea or difficulty in breathing? Then it may be due to low blood pressure.

A healthy blood pressure level should be 120/80 mm Hg, here 120 mm Hg indicates systolic pressure (pressure as per your heart beats) and 80 mm Hg indicates diastolic pressure (pressure in the arteries in between two heart beats).

Whenever your blood pressure remains over 90/60 mm Hg (or lower) then it is considered as low blood pressure (or hypotension) which means that there is an inadequate flow of blood to your organs (like heart, kidneys, and brain) to perform their function properly.

It is caused due to prolonged bed rest, pregnancy, a decrease in blood volume, dehydration, heart problems, nutritional deficiencies, endocrine disorders, certain medications, neurological problems, etc.

Symptoms like dizziness, palpitations, fatigue, blurred vision, lightheadedness, clammy skin, cold, nausea, fainting, difficulty breathing, etc. are experienced by the people suffering from low blood pressure.

Stop worrying, as it is also a cause for your health problem. Consult your doctor and follow some natural remedies along with some changes in your diet to raise your blood pressure levels and to have a normal blood pressure.

Natural Remedies for Low Blood Pressure:

The listed below are the best remedies that widely used to raise the low blood pressure to maintain normal levels. Have a look at these remedies and follow them regularly.

Method – 1: (Salt Water)

Salt has rich content of sodium that increases your low blood pressure. Salt gets turned into liquid in the body which further prevents dehydration.

  • Mix 1/2 – 1 teaspoon of salt in 1 glass of water.
  • Drink it whenever you suffer from low blood pressure and its symptoms.
  • Also, increase your salt content in your diet to treat low blood pressure.

Salt Water Remedies for Low Blood Pressure

Note: Avoid excess intake of salt, as it causes some health problems. So, increase the quantity to adequate levels but don’t overdo it.

Method – 2: (Holy Basil)

Holy basil is enriched with magnesium, vitamin C, potassium and pantothenic acid that are essential for lowering your blood pressure. Regular intake of basil will help to balance the mind and thus reduce your stress levels.

  • Place 10 – 15 fresh basil leaves in a blender.
  • Extract its juice in a small bowl and add 1 teaspoon of organic honey in it.
  • Stir well and drink it once daily in the morning on an empty stomach.

Note: Or chew 4 – 5 fresh basil leaves daily in the morning.

Method – 3: (Raisins)

Raisins are Ayurvedic remedy used to treat hypotension naturally. Regular intake of raisins will prevent the sudden drop in your blood pressure and supports the functioning of your organs and glands.

  • Soak 20 – 30 raisins in a bowl filled with water for overnight.
  • Eat them at once in the next morning with an empty stomach.
  • Also, drink the raisins soaked water after eating raisins.
  • Be sure that not to drink or eat anything for about 45 – 60 minutes after the intake of raisins.
  • Repeat the same process regularly for few weeks to maintain a healthy blood pressure.

Note: Or consume 10 – 15 black currants, 4 – 6 almonds and 15 – 20 peanuts along with 1 glass of milk to get rid of the problem.

Method – 4: (Licorice Root)

Licorice root works well in normalizing your blood pressure that caused due to low levels of cortisol. It blocks the enzyme breaking down cortisol and thus supports the healthy adrenalin function. Regular intake helps to cure chronic fatigue syndrome.

  • Add 1 teaspoon of licorice herb (powder or dried) in 1 cup of hot water.
  • Mix well and steep it for 5 – 7 minutes.
  • Drink it daily for few days till you get rid of low blood pressure.

Note: Or consult your doctor before taking 400 – 500 mg of licorice root capsules for few days till you get relieve from low blood pressure.

Method – 5: (Almond Milk)

This combination is an age-old remedy used to treat low blood pressure. This will act upon the adrenal glands and thus stabilize your blood pressure to get rid of the problem.

  • Soak 5 – 7 almonds in a bowl with water for overnight.
  • Peel its skin in the morning and grind it to make a smooth paste.
  • Boil this paste in 1 cup of milk for few minutes.
  • Drink this almond milk in the morning and repeat the same in every morning till you get relief from low blood pressure.

Method – 6: (Beetroot Juice)

Beetroot juice is effective in dealing with both high and low blood pressures. Raw beetroot juice maintains proper blood pressure levels. Drink 1 cup of fresh beetroot juice twice daily for a week to get rid of the problem.

Method – 7: (Coffee)

Almost everyone loves the coffee taste. So, it’s good news for the people suffering from low blood pressure to have a cup of strong coffee regularly in the morning. You can also have hot chocolate or chocolate milk, cola, hot cocoa or any caffeinated beverage that increase your blood pressure.

If you suffer from frequent attacks of low blood pressure then drink 1 cup of coffee in the morning (or) drink it along with your meals (if you’re suffering from orthostatic hypotension). Also, remember not to make it as a habit why because the long-term effects of caffeine are not good for health.

Method – 8: (Lemon Juice)

Lemon helps to maintain a proper blood pressure levels and treats both high and low fluctuations in your blood pressure levels. It is an effective remedy used to treat dehydration (causes low blood pressure). It also stimulates the liver functioning and aids in proper digestion along with energizing the body.

  • Freshly squeeze lemon juice from 2 lemons into a glass.
  • Add 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and sugar and 1/2 glass of water in that lemon juice.
  • Stir well and drink it regularly to get rid of the problem.

Note: Or mix 1 teaspoon each of lemon juice and salt in 1 glass of sugarcane juice. Drink it to get relief from the problem.

Method – 9: (Rosemary)

Rosemary normalizes your blood pressure levels by stimulating the central nervous system and thus improves the blood circulation.

  • Have up to 10 ml of rosemary tincture every day.
  • Add this herb to your foods (or) have freshly prepared infusion with the rosemary herb.
  • Also, add 3 – 5 drops of rosemary essential oils in your diffuser for benefiting from aromatherapy.

Tips and Precautions:

  1. Drinking a glass of fresh carrot juice by mixing 2 tablespoons of honey for twice daily (once in morning on an empty stomach and once in the evening) will treat your low blood pressure.
  2. Regular and mild exercises will promote blood circulation and thereby to prevent the variations in your blood pressure levels. Yoga also works in regulating your blood pressure.
  3. Consult your doctor if you’re suffering frequently with low blood pressure and also check whether any of your prescribed medications leads to this problem.
  4. When a person suddenly rises from a sitting or lying down positions then they occur a sudden drop in blood pressure (postural hypotension). So, avoid those sudden changes in your position.
  5. Drink plenty of fluids like water, coconut water, fresh fruit and vegetable juices like pomegranate, herbal teas, and soups which help to replace the electrolytes, prevent dehydration and stimulate proper blood circulation. Also, limit or stop drinking alcohol, as it causes dehydration and thus lowers your blood pressure.
  6. Consume small and low carb meals for 6 times a day rather than 3 big meals to stabilize your blood pressure. Limit your carb foods like potatoes, pasta, rice, bread, etc.
  7. Intake of certain herbs and spices like ginger, garlic, cinnamon, turmeric, Siberian ginseng, motherwort tea, aniseed, and pepper will help to raise your blood pressure. Consume foods that are high in proteins, vitamin C and B complex.
  8. Avoid prolonged exposure to hot water and also avoid heavy lifting. It’s better to elevate your head while sleeping at night.

Hope you liked the article and will follow these remedies to get relief from low blood pressure. Do you know any other effective remedies for controlling the blood pressure? Then share it with us in the below comments section.

DIY Natural Coconut Oil Moisturizer

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Moisturizers will play a key role in making the skin smooth, young and supple by hydrating and soothing it. Many cosmetic moisturizers contain chemicals that moisturize your skin but in a longer run, causes some side effects like over drying than before.

Why don’t we make a natural skin care moisturizer at home with simple ingredients rather than buying those expensive, chemical filled moisturizers? Yes, we can prepare the DIY natural moisturizer at home with a simple ingredient called virgin coconut oil, which has many essential properties used for skin care.

How Coconut Oil Moisturizes your Skin?

  • Coconut oil is natural oil that has an excellent moisturizing property which is used to nourish and moisturize the dry and dull skin.
  • It penetrates deeply and gets quickly absorbed into the skin (not greasy) to makes your skin soft and supple.
  • It has an antioxidant property that fights against the attack of free radicals which even damage your dry skin and also vitamin E in coconut oil helps to slows down the aging process.
  • It has antimicrobial properties that prevent the microbial infections on the skin.
  • It has anti-inflammatory and skin soothing properties which give relief from the discomfort caused with dry skin.
  • It has essential fatty acids and other nutrients that protect your skin from harmful environmental irritants.
  • Regular application of coconut oil will not only moisturize your skin but also reduces the flare-ups of eczema and psoriasis. It prevents dark spots, scars and other blemishes on the skin to give a natural glow.

DIY Coconut Oil Skin Moisturizer:

The below mentioned are some natural DIY coconut oil moisturizers that explained in detail. So, prepare them at your home and try it to get long lasting results, especially on dry skin.

DIY Coconut Oil Skin Moisturizer

Moisturizer – 1: (Coconut Oil)

Coconut oil acts as a natural moisturizer that prevents dryness and it is suitable for all skin types.

  • Apply enough virgin coconut oil (melted) on your skin after taking your bath.
  • Massage gently for few minutes and leave it on for another few minutes.
  • Then wipe off the excess oil from your skin and wear your clothes and makeup.
  • Repeat it regularly to enjoy your moisturized skin.

Moisturizer – 2: (Coconut Oil with Aloe Vera)

Aloe vera has essential nutrients, antioxidant and skin soothing properties that rejuvenate the skin and encourages the generation of new skin cells. It relieves you from the sunburned skin and fades away skin spots.

  • Extract fresh aloe vera gel from a small leaf and blend it.
  • In that, add 1/2 cup of virgin coconut oil and whisk it using a hand or electric whisker till you get a fluffy consistency.
  • Mix few drops of lavender and peppermint essential oils in it.
  • Transfer the mix into a glass container and refrigerate for few hours.
  • Apply it on your skin after your bath to lock the skin’s moisture.
  • Refrigerate the coconut oil – aloe vera lotion after every usage.
  • Continue applying this lotion regularly to get rid of a dry and damaged skin.

Note: Or mix 4 teaspoons of aloe vera gel, 2 teaspoons of melted coconut oil and 1/2 teaspoon of vitamin E oil in a blender. Blend it for a couple of minutes and add few drops of peppermint oil. Stir well and refrigerate it. Apply it on the skin to prevent dry skin and lips.

Moisturizer – 3: (Coconut Oil with Olive Oil and Beeswax Pellets)

This is an effective moisturizer that creates a barrier on the skin’s surface to prevent dryness and thus holds the existing hydration within the body.

  • Mix 1/2 cup each of organic coconut oil and extra virgin olive oil (or almond oil) and 1/4 cup of beeswax pellets in a heatproof jar.
  • Place this jar in a saucepan which is filled with water (covers 3/4 of the jar) on the stove over low heat.
  • Stir till the ingredients in the jar are melted and mixed well.
  • Then discard the hot water from the saucepan and replace it with cold water up to the same level.
  • Now add few drops of essential oil into this jar and stir it using a whisk till the texture becomes thick and creamy.
  • Apply this moisturizer on your dry skin and refrigerate it.
  • Repeat regularly to get rid of a dry and damaged skin.

Moisturizer – 4: (Coconut Oil with Shea Butter and Essential Oils)

Shea butter and coconut oil have excellent moisturizing properties that hydrate your skin and prevent dryness. Essential oils will nourish your skin and increases the shelf life of your natural homemade moisturizer.

  • Melt 1/2 cup of shea butter in a pan over low heat and add 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in it.
  • Stir well and turn off the heat.
  • Pour this mix into a bowl and place it in a freezer till it turns into solid form.
  • Then add 10 drops of lavender oil, 5 drops of rosemary oil, 3 drops each of carrot seed and tea tree essential oil in it.
  • Whip the mix till you get buttery cream consistency and store it in a clean jar at room temperature.
  • Apply to your face and body to moisturize the skin properly.
  • Continue the application of this moisturizer till you get relief from the dry and damaged skin.

Moisturizer – 5: (Coconut Oil with Nourishing Oil and Essential Oils)

Coconut oil is a base oil that heals, hydrates and moisturizes your skin very effectively. Nourishing oils (like rosehip seed oil, borage oil, evening primrose oil, neem oil, emu oil, tamanu oil, carrot seed oil, etc.) will protect and nourish your skin. An essential oil has a healing, astringent, soothing and brightening effect on the skin.

  • Take a small bottle and fill 2/3 of the bottle with coconut oil.
  • Then pour few drops of nourishing oil and 4 – 7 drops of essential oil in it.
  • Shake it well by fixing its cap to mix all these oils.
  • Store it at room temperature and apply it on all over your skin.
  • Repeat it regularly for best results.

Moisturizer – 6: (Coconut Oil with Vitamin E Oil and Lavender Oil)

Coconut oil works well for moisturizing both oily and dry skin without the feel of greasy on the skin. The essential oil and vitamin E oil have an excellent healing and refreshing property on the skin.

  • Mix 1 teaspoon of vitamin E oil and 6 drops of lavender oil (or tea tree oil) in 1/2 cup of coconut oil.
  • Stir well and apply it all over your skin.
  • Repeat as needed to get rid of your dry, dull and damaged skin problems.

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Tips and Precautions:

  1. Add a little of olive oil in your coconut oil lotion before applying for getting best results.
  2. Cleanse your skin (or face) thoroughly and pat dry it before applying any moisturizer or facial oil. So, the best time for the application of moisturizer is after taking your bath. Also, apply this moisturizer at night before bedtime and rinse your face in the next morning with lukewarm water.
  3. Massage your skin after applying moisturizer for proper absorption into the skin and lasts longer.
  4. Other than coconut oil, you can also go for any of these applications like dry skin brushing, butters (cocoa butter, avocado butter or shea butter), natural oils (olive oil, avocado oil, apricot kernel oil or sesame oil) and waxes (beeswax) or a combination of these things on your skin.
  5. For facial moisturizer, mix 2 teaspoons of almond oil, 1 tablespoon of cocoa butter and 5 drops of lavender oil and frankincense oil in 1/2 cup of coconut oil. Stir till you get a creamy texture and apply it on your face after washing to moisturize it.
  6. Coconut oil is anti-allergic (suitable for any skin type) but it’s better to perform a patch test on your skin if you’re a first time user of coconut oil before preparing these moisturizers.

Have you ever made your own moisturizer? Try these DIY Coconut Oil Moisturizers at home and share your experience with us in the below comments box.

18 Home Remedies to Get Rid of Chigger Bites

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Do your kids end up with a bad itch and burst of red rashes every time they go out to play in the garden?

Then, in all probability, your garden or yard is infested with chiggers.

Chiggers are minute parasitic mites that live in grassy and shady areas around the house.

Chigger larvae attach themselves to the skin of humans and animals and feed on their skin cells.

These tiny mites inject a digestive enzyme into the skin tissues which leads to the formation of a feeding tube and hardening of the surrounding skin. The chigger larvae then feed on the destroyed tissues.

Although, there are no severe effects of chigger bites but the intense itching and scratching can lead to secondary infection.

In this article, we have put together some of the most effective home remedies for chigger bites that can be used for kids also.

First Aid for Chigger Bites

Before getting on with the natural remedies for chigger bites, let us know how to deal with the itch right after the chigger attack.

  • Get back to your house as fast as you can.
  • Remove all clothes and check your body for chiggers.
  • Check the soft and tender areas of your body for fast moving red dots.
  • Take a hot shower immediately with a mild antiseptic soap.
  • Scrub your skin thoroughly with a loofah to wash away the chiggers.
  • Wash the clothes that you were wearing along with the towel that you used in hot water.
  • Don’t scratch the chigger bites to ensure quick recovery and avoid secondary infection.
  • Apply an over-the-counter anti-itch cream or ointment that contains menthol.

18 Best Home Remedies for Chigger Bites

Cold Compress- Placing an ice pack on the chigger bites is one of the easiest ways to provide instant relief from the itching and prevent swelling. Ice numbs the sensation of itching, pain, and discomfort and reduces the chances of secondary infection.

Usage:

  • Put a few ice cubes inside an ice bag or in a muslin cloth and place it directly over the affected area.
  • Hold the compress against the affected area for 10 minutes at a time.
  • Space out the application of the compress to prevent skin damage.

Vicks Vapor Rub – The menthol present in Vicks Vapor Rub provides a cooling effect on the chigger bites and numbs the itch receptors in the skin which relieves itching immediately. It also reduces inflammation and curbs the risk of blisters.

Usage:

  • Take a tablespoon and Vicks Vapor Rub and add a teaspoon of salt to it.
  • Mix the ingredients properly and spread it evenly over the affected area of the skin.
  • For best results, apply it on the affected area at night before bedtime and rinse off in the morning.
  • Repeat this procedure again if inflammation and swelling still persists.

Calamine lotion – Calamine lotion is an age-old remedy for all types of skin disorders and insect bites. Zinc oxide, an active ingredient in Calamine lotion is an astringent that shrinks the tissues and helps to reduce the size of the bumps. Calamine lotion forms a protective layer over the chigger bites and acts as a barrier that protects against itching, irritation, and rashes.

Usage:

  • Purchase a bottle of Calamine lotion from the local drug store.
  • Apply the lotion topically on the affected area 2 to 3 times a day.

Tea Tree Oil – The usage of tea tree oil not only prevents the secondary infections but also reduces the itching and swelling due to its anti-inflammatory property. Avoid applying undiluted tea tree oil on the skin.

Usage:

  • Mix equal quantities of tea tree oil and water (or carrier oil) and stir well.
  • Dip a clean cotton ball and dab it on the affected area.
  • Leave it for a few minutes to get dried completely.
  • Rinse off with lukewarm water and dry the skin gently.
  • Apply moisturizer and repeat it regularly.

Clear Nail Polish – Many people believe that chiggers burrow into the skin and sealing the skin with clear nail polish will kill the chigger larvae. But this is not true. Clear nail polish acts as a protective layer over the chigger bites and prevents too much scratching which may otherwise lead to secondary infection.

Usage:

  • Buy a bottle of clear nail polish.
  • Clean the affected area and dry with a towel.
  • Apply a coat of nail polish over the chigger bites.
  • You can also use Elmer’s Glue instead of nail polish to coat the bites.

Listerine Mouthwash – Mouthwashes with and without alcohol contain antimicrobial properties that fight bacteria that can cause a secondary infection. Menthol present in mouthwash soothes the inflammation, redness, and swelling while its cooling sensation numbs the itching. Listerine or any other mouthwash containing menthol will do the trick.

Usage:

  • Wash and clean the affected areas of the skin and wipe dry with a towel.
  • Soak a cotton ball in the mouthwash and dab it over the chigger bites.
  • Let the mouthwash soak into the skin.
  • Reapply the remedy if inflammation and itching are still present.

Aspirin Tablet- The powerful anti-inflammatory properties of an aspirin tablet is a great medicine for treating severe chigger bites. It has salicylic acid that helps to reduce redness and inflammation along with clearing itching and swelling, which in turn reduces the risk of infection. The number of tablets required for this remedy depends on the extent of the chigger bites.

Usage:

  • Crush 3 to 4 aspirin tablets to form a fine powder.
  • Add a few drops of water to this powder and mix to form a thick paste.
  • Slather this paste evenly over the chigger bites and let it dry out completely to rinse the area.
  • Repeat this remedy if inflammation itching and pain still persists.

Baking Soda – The alkaline nature of baking soda helps to neutralize acids in the skin and restores the pH which, in turn, relieves itching. The astringent and anti-inflammatory properties will help to reduce pain and swelling. It also provides a cooling effect on the skin that reduces irritation.

Usage:

  • Take a cup of baking soda and add it to a bathtub filled with cool water.
  • Let the baking soda dissolve into the water.
  • Soak in this water for 15 minutes and then dry yourself with a towel.
  • You can also make a paste of baking soda and water and apply it directly to the affected areas of the skin.
  • Leave it on for 10 minutes and wash off with cool water.

Castor oil – The anti-inflammatory properties of castor oil helps to relieve itching and minor rashes caused by chigger bites. Its anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties also help to prevent infection and relieve the itching of the infected skin.

Usage:

  • Take some castor oil in a glass bowl.
  • Dab a cotton ball into it and apply generously on the chigger bites.
  • You can also massage the affected area with castor oil.

Household Ammonia – Common household ammonia such as blue window cleaner is an effective remedy for all types of insect bites. The alkaline nature of ammonia neutralizes acids of the chigger bites which prevent swelling, itching, redness and pain.

Usage:

  • Mix equal parts of household ammonia and water in a glass bowl.
  • Immerse a cotton ball into this solution and dab it onto the chigger bites.
  • Leave it to dry on your skin.
  • Repeat this treatment as necessary.

Aloe Vera – Pure aloe vera gel is used for treating various types of skin conditions. It is an excellent anti-inflammatory agent that soothes inflammation and reduces pain, itch and swelling of the chigger bites. Vitamin E in aloe vera gel keeps the skin moisturized and speeds up the healing process.

Usage:

  • Cut the leaf from an aloe vera plant.
  • Extract the white gel from inside the leaf using a spoon.
  • Apply it evenly all over the affected skin.
  • Leave it on for 15 minutes and then wash off with lukewarm water.
  • Reapply this remedy 2 to 3 times in a day.

Tea Bags – Both green tea and black tea contains tannic acid that is a powerful astringent and anti-inflammatory agent which reduces inflammation and suppresses itching and irritation. Tea also prevents the bite marks from turning into ugly scars.

Usage:

  • Boil a cup of water and dip a green tea or black tea bag in it.
  • Let the tea bag soak for 5 minutes and allow it to cool down completely.
  • Place the wet tea bag over the chigger bites and let the tea soak into the skin.

Apple Cider Vinegar – Apple cider vinegar (ACV) balances the pH of the infected area and thereby relieves your redness, pain, and swelling. It effectively prevents the secondary infection and heals the skin from breakouts.

Usage:

  • Dilute ACV in a little of water and soak a cotton ball in this mix.
  • Dab the cotton ball on the chigger bites affected areas.
  • Let it sit for a few minutes and discard the cotton ball.
  • Repeat it regularly to get rid of the chigger bites completely.

Rubbing Alcohol – When you apply alcohol on the skin, it starts evaporating instantly and this evaporation leaves behind a cooling effect on the skin that relieves itching and irritation. Rubbing alcohol also acts as an antiseptic and prevents secondary infection. It prevents the histamine action in the areas of the chigger bites and prevents swelling.

Usage:

  • Dip a cotton ball in rubbing alcohol and dab it on the chigger bites.
  • Leave it on and let it evaporate.
  • Apply a fresh coat every time the irritation resumes.

Turmeric – The antibacterial, astringent and anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric will help to soothe the irritated and itchy chigger bites affected areas.

Usage:

  • Take a fresh turmeric root and crush it to form a paste.
  • Apply it all over the affected areas.
  • In case if you don’t have fresh turmeric then use dried turmeric powder mixed with some water. Stir to make a paste and apply it on the rashes.
  • Let it dry for about 30 minutes and rinse the area with water.
  • Repeat it as needed to get relief from these bites.

Epsom salt – The soothing and anti-inflammatory effect of Epsom salt reduces inflammation, redness, and itching. It is especially effective in reducing the swelling of the bites. It soothes the irritated skin and draws out the toxins from the skin by drying out the oozing bumps.

Usage:

  • Add a tablespoon of Epsom salt in a cup of water.
  • Stir it well so that the salt dissolves completely.
  • Dip a cotton ball in the solution and apply it at the point of the bites and leave it on.

Oatmeal – Oatmeal has skin soothing property that relieves redness, itching, swelling and irritation caused due to chigger bites. It provides a cooling effect on the skin and thereby prevents you from scratching.

Usage:

  • Grind 1/2 cup of oatmeal in a blender to get powder.
  • Then mix some warm water to this oats powder.
  • Stir well to make a smooth paste and apply it evenly on the affected areas.
  • Let it sit to dry out naturally and rinse the area with lukewarm water.
  • Repeat the process as needed to get rid of the problem.

Chamomile – Chamomile is an extremely popular herb that is used to treat various types of bug bites and insect bites. Its potent anti-irritant and anti-inflammatory properties soothe the skin, reduce inflammation, relieve itching and pain and promote the healing process.

Usage:

  • Add a tablespoon of dried chamomile in a cup of hot water.
  • Let it steep for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Allow the tea to cool down completely.
  • Soak a cotton ball in the cool chamomile tea and place it over the affected area.
  • Let the tea soak into the skin.
  • Repeat this procedure a couple of times in a day.

Peppermint – Peppermint is a well-known remedy for its cooling sensation that helps to block itching and stinging sensation and thereby prevent it getting into a secondary infection. It increases blood circulation to the affected area and reduces pain.

Usage:

  • Apply a few drops of peppermint essential oil directly on the chigger bites.
  • Or simply dilute this peppermint essential oil with any carrier oil (like coconut oil or olive oil) and apply it on the affected areas.
  • Continue this application regularly until you get complete relief from the problem.

Medical Treatment for Chigger Bites

Most cases of chigger bites can be treated with over-the-counter medicines and ointments. But if you develop an infection by itching the rashes then it is best to consult a doctor who can administer steroid shots to reduce itching and swelling and prescribe some antibiotics to cure the infection.

Calamine lotion – Calamine is a topical medication that helps to relieve itching, pain, and discomfort from minor skin irritations. It helps to dry out the oozing from the rashes.  You can apply it to the affected areas with a cotton pad and allow it to dry on the skin.

Hydrocortisone – Topical hydrocortisone is used to treat a number of skin conditions including insect bites, allergies, rash, itching, eczema, dermatitis, etc. This medicine reduces swelling, itching, and redness that is associated with these conditions. It is a mild corticosteroid. Wash and dry out your hands and affected area before applying the medication. Apply a small amount of medication to the skin, rub it in gently and leave it.

Antihistamine pills– Our body produces chemicals known as histamines when it comes in contact with mites, and allergy triggers which cause an itchy rash on the skin. Antihistamines reduce or block the histamines and relieve itching and rashes. Antihistamines are also available in the form of capsules and sprays. Simply use it to get rid of these bites on the skin.

Steroid shots – Steroids are hormones or chemicals produced by the body naturally. But in medical terms, steroid also refers to man-made medicines – corticosteroids and anabolic-androgenic steroids. Corticosteroids fight inflammation caused by the chigger bites. These drugs slow down or stop the immune system process that triggers inflammation. Corticosteroids are also available in the form of pills, liquid and skin cream.

Antibiotics – Antibiotics or antibacterials are a group of medication that helps to treat secondary infection caused by itching the rashes. They work by destroying or slowing down the growth of bacteria. Antibiotics won’t work off when there is no infection present on the rashes.

Key Takeaway – Most cases of chigger bites are harmless and can be treated with over-the-counter ointments and lotions, but severe cases of secondary infection require prescription antibiotics.

Tips to Avoid Chigger Bites

  • Cover your skin when going out – If you need to work in your garden or yard then make it a point to cover your skin with proper clothing in order to avoid chigger bites. Wear loon sleeves, long pants, and tall boots. Tuck in your pants into your boots.
  • Sprinkle sulfur in your socks and shoes – The strong odor of sulfur powder drives chiggers away. You can sprinkle fine sulfur powder in your shoes and socks before you wade into the tall grass.
  • Brush your exposed skin frequently – Chiggers take some time to attach to your skin and inject the enzyme. Brushing the exposed parts of your arms and legs every half hour can help to get rid of any chiggers that have climbed up your body. You can also brush your clothes to remove chiggers.
  • Don’t sit or lie on the ground – Although, chiggers don’t roam around in well-mowed lawns, but they can migrate to those areas and bite the exposed skin of your neck or face if you lie down on the ground.
  • Take a shower with hot water after coming inside – After you finish our work in the garden; make it a point to take a shower with hot water and soap to ensure the extermination of chiggers.
  • Wash your clothes – Wash the clothes you were wearing in hot water which should reach a minimum temperature of 125 degrees F/52 degree C.
  • Mow your lawn or garden regularly – Weeds, bushes and tall grass are the ideal hiding spots for chiggers. So, trimming the bushes and keeping the grass short is one of the simplest ways to get rid of the chiggers living around your house.
  • Avoid tall grass – If you walk or play with your kids and pets in a park o picnic area then try to avoid the places with tall grass and weed and try to stick to well-worn paths or mowed trails.
  • Get rid of wood piles, briars and brush piles from the yard.
  • Use natural or chemical insecticides to treat your yard. It will eliminate the chigger population around your house.
  • Contact a professional pest controller to treat your lawn, trees, and shrubs if commercial insecticides fail to show effect.
  • Apply insect-repellent sprays containing DEET (diethyltoluamide) before going out in the garden or into the woods.
  • Avoid scratching an itching area of the skin because it can spread the infection if you have been bitten by chiggers.
  • Avoid shady areas, tall grass, and woods and make it a point to mow the areas around your house where children play.
  • Avoid sitting or lying down on the lawn to prevent exposing your neck and face to chigger bites.

Chigger bites usually don’t require any medical attention and can be cured with home remedies. But don’t hesitate to contact a doctor if your symptoms worsen or you experience high fever, shortness of breath, a new outbreak of rash, vomiting, fainting or drainage of pus from the bites.

8 Natural Ways to Grow Taller

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Do you look short than your friends? Are you a person who wants to know how to grow taller in a natural way? Height (especially in teenagers) will play a great role and makes the person feel confident.

Do you know that growing taller will depends mostly on genetics? The DNA that passed down by parents will determine 60 – 80 % and the remaining 20 – 40% will be influenced by your living environmental factors like diet, regular exercises, sleeping pattern, etc.

Always remember that once your growth plates (areas where the bones grow) have closed then your height will remain same. So, before that, you have to follow the below-mentioned techniques and some exercises that help to fulfill your dreams.

However, there are many height increasing medicines or treatments flooded the market but they won’t give effective results in increasing your height. The only key to increase your height and stay confident in the society is based on three key factors – healthy diet, regular exercise and sound sleep.

In general, the growth plates stop growing in the male at an age of around 20 years and for female, its 15 years. During puberty, both boys and girls will grow their height and weight rapidly but unfortunately, some unable to achieve their optimal height like everyone.

If you’re one among those people suffering from a low height (short) then stop worrying, as you can grow taller by simply boosting the human growth hormone (HGH) during the period of puberty. Wondering, whether it is possible to increase the height during puberty?

Yes, of course, here in this article, we will provide you some best tips and techniques that aim to boost up the human growth hormone naturally and keep you stay confident with your height. But the main thing you have to remember is when the growth plates close then you won’t grow your height naturally at any cost. The growth plates will stop growing naturally at the end of puberty.

How to Grow Taller:

We are not sure that you can grow height after puberty why because the growth hormones slow down and thereby lessen the growth of bones. Have a look at these amazing tips and techniques that help you a lot in increasing your height by boosting the human growth hormones naturally.

Let’s get started…

1. Sound Sleep:

Restless sleep will inhibit the functioning of your growth hormones. In most of the studies and researchers, it is proved that people who sleep for at least 8 hours at night will able to boost their growth. During sleep, the body regenerates the tissues and the brain helps to produce human growth hormones which enhance your height. So, get adequate and restful sleep to get rid of daily tensions (or stress) and to enjoy your height growth and a healthy body.

Here are few tips that help you to grab adequate sound sleep.

  • The most important thing to remember is to set your daily sleep schedule why because it helps to manage your time and makes it a healthy habit. So, set your time to go to bed at 9 – 10 pm every day and wake up 6 – 7 am in the morning regularly.
  • Try to complete all your works without staying late nights, as it will make you difficulty in falling asleep.
  • Always create a comfortable environment like switch off the lights to darken the room, cover the windows with curtains to prevent outside lighting or wear an eye mask to block those lights which makes you difficult to sleep.
  • Turn off the TV, computers and other electronic gadgets while going to bed and also keep your phone away from you while going to sleep why because it is harmful to the brain and distract your deep sleep.
  • Avoid drinking caffeinated or alcoholic beverages which inhibits your growth and also steals your beautiful sleep time. Instead, drink chamomile tea or a glass of warm milk to enhance your sleep quality.
  • Prefer to take a warm bath at night before going to bed will help you to get deep sleep and thereby grow maximum height.
  • Also, few people will choose to do yoga or meditation at night to get rid of a stressful day and to get deep sleep.

2. Regular Exercises:

To boost your growth hormone, you have to perform some daily exercises (prefer to do under the instructions of your trainer). If you don’t have any trainer or instructor, cycling and swimming are the best weapons that stimulate your height.

Cycling will help to stretch and lengthen the legs but be sure to increase the height of your cycle seat gradually. Also, increase the height of your cycle handle to prevent slouch your back due to ruined posture. Cycling regularly will help to increase your height naturally and keep your bones strong and healthy.

However, there are different exercises that help you gain maximum growth in your height during puberty like stretching exercises, basketball, jumping rope, swimming, sprinting, etc. that will help to grow taller in a quick natural way.

Here are some best exercises that should try to stimulate your height naturally.

Hanging Exercises:

This is one form of stretching exercise in which you have to hang with your arms stretching over the head from a horizontal bar that helps to boost your height. You have to hang from a horizontal bar and hold the position for 10 seconds and repeat the same for several times before relaxing. You can also bring your legs up and down or side twisting and hold the position for few seconds before relaxing.

The Super Stretch:

Here you have to stand upright and try to stretch your arms over the head as far as possible. Try to lean your back slightly while performing this stretch. This super stretch exercise will make you feel that lower spine is stretching. For best results, try to hold the position for about 4 – 7 seconds and repeat it several times daily.

Toe Touching Exercise:

This toe touching exercise will help to improve the posture and thereby make you grow taller. For this, you have to stand upright first and then bend it to touch your toes and hold it for 4 – 7 seconds. This will elongate the spine and helps to warm up before intense exercise.

Although, combining this toe touching exercise and super stretch exercise will give the significant body stretch. So, perform toe touching and super stretch exercises several times daily.

Skipping Rope or Rope Jumping:

At times, this makes a fun game but do you know that it an effective exercise that helps you to grow taller by increasing your height during puberty. The simple technique is that when you’re jumping the body will erect and the back along with spine will be stretched.

This also makes the knees bend constantly while calves get expand vertically. Regular follow up of this rope jumping will help to add bone mass to your lower legs and thereby help you to gain a few inches of height.

Swimming:

Swimming helps to elongate the bones and muscles and thereby helps you to reach the adequate height. Most of the studies and researches, suggest doing swimming for at least 2 hours daily or 4 – 5 times a week on the regular basis to enhance your height growth in a short span.

Other Exercises:

Sports will also help the children to grow taller quickly. So, play basketball, baseball, badminton, shuttle, tennis, martial arts, cycling, walking, etc. will make you taller.

3. Healthy & Well Balanced Diet:

What you eat will also impact your height and weight. So, you should not ignore the importance of a healthy and well-balanced diet. Avoid consuming junk or oily or fast foods too much, as it restricts your growth. The balanced intake of all essential vitamins and minerals into the body will help to stimulate the production of growth hormones and thereby strengthens your bones and muscles.

Here is the diet chart which you have to follow them to grow a healthy height.

  • Vitamin C – vitamin C helps to strengthen your bones and thereby keep the cells and enhance the growth hormones to stimulate the growth of your height. So, consume vitamin C rich foods like berries, lemon, oranges, kale, etc.
  • Iron – iron is essential for the body to grow your height and weight properly. Have foods that are high in iron content like liver, red meat, egg yolk, pomegranate, etc.
  • Calcium – Calcium is an essential mineral that helps to maintain healthy bones and teeth. So, consume calcium-rich foods like milk and dairy products, green vegetables, fish, etc. to increase your growth faster.
  • Vitamin D – D vitamin is essential for human growth, especially in children. So, consume foods like fish, pork, dairy products, mushrooms, eggs, tofu, dairy products, alfalfa, etc. Or simply get adequate sunlight to your body at sunrise and sunset time only or else the harmful UV rays will cause some serious health and skin problems in the longer run.
  • Protein – Never skip eating foods that have a rich source of protein why because it will fasten the healing cell repair process and thereby support the growth process by boosting the growth hormone.
  • Zinc – Consume more of zinc-enriched foods like peas, chocolates, asparagus, oyster, and eggs to boost the healthy development of growth hormone and thereby you grow taller. Children who are with less height should eat enough zinc why because lack of zinc content will cause stunted growth.
  • Also, for best and quick results, you should develop an eating routine like three main meals along with 2 small healthy snacks in between meals. The best eating schedule will definitely enhance your metabolism and thereby promotes healthy height growth.

Note:

  • Always remember that if you want to grow taller and get confidence with your height then you have to consume other essential nutrients, including carbohydrates why because the lack of any nutrient in your diet will hamper your growth.
  • If you’re unable to consume enough vitamins and minerals through diet then you can go for supplements but make sure to consult your doctor first before taking these supplements for proper dosage as per your health condition.

4. Practice Good Posture:

In general, most people form a bad posture while sitting down on a computer or using handheld gadgets but over time, these postures will bend your spinal cord and thereby suppress your upper body and affect your normal height.

So, if you want to grow taller, you have to form a good posture like head aligns with the neck and spine in straight while sitting and standing. Although there are many stretching exercises that help to correct the damage caused by poor postures, the ideal one depends on the abnormal spinal curvature.

Develop and practice good standing and sitting habits in your daily routines. Always keep your head and chin up and shoulder back with the straight position while walking or talking or using a computer or electronic gadgets. Avoid using computers or phones for a longer time and make sure to take frequent breaks to avoid pressure on the neck and spine.

5. Water:

Drinking plenty of water at least 2 liters of water daily to stay hydrated and to grow taller. It helps a lot in improving digestion, boost up the metabolism and increase their growth hormone. But make sure to stay away from sugary drinks & carbonated beverages (soda), as they inhibit the growth hormone and delays your growth.

Other than water, you can also drink herbal teas, fresh water-based fruits, and vegetables, fruit or vegetable juices, soups, smoothies, etc. to flush out the toxins and to grow taller.

6. Avoid Growth Inhibits:

The first thing you should do is to stay away from harmful factors that hamper your growth and development. Such inhibitors include alcohols, drugs, caffeine, smoking, consuming steroids, etc. why because these will close the growth plates, hamper the bone development and won’t make you grow taller.

7. Height Growing Supplements:

There are many growth supplements available in the market that promise to work effectively in growing you taller whether during or after puberty. But remember that these supplements are filled with multivitamins and the combination of multi-nutrients that help to boost the growth hormone and metabolism but they don’t undergo enough researchers and leads to some serious unwanted side effects on the health.

Always make sure that your growth supplements contain 100% natural ingredients and are safe for your health and one such best herbal product is Ashwagandha (Indian Ginseng). The best way is to mix 2 tablespoons of ashwagandha in milk and consume it at night before bedtime.

8. Strengthen your Immunity:

The immune system will play an important role in the growth of your height. So, maintain a healthy and strong immune system from not only keeps away from health problems or ailments but also make you grow taller. A healthy and strong immune system will prevent illness or health problems that hamper your growth.

Consume a healthy diet, drink more water and maintain good lifestyle habits along with some regular exercises will boost your immunity. Avoid consuming fast or processed foods and sugars and replace them with low-fat dairy products, proteins, whole grains, green vegetables and fruits (citrus fruits and antioxidant, omega – 3 fatty acids rich foods).

Tips and Precautions:

  1. If you don’t know what deficiency is causing lack of your height growth then consult your doctor to know the chances to increase your height and achieve maximum growth potential. Also, if you’re suffering from certain health conditions like rickets which will hamper your growth at an early age then consult your doctor for a healthy lifestyle and diet choices to grab maximum growth potential.
  2. A dress will make you look taller. So, follow these dressing tips that help you to look taller than actually, you are. Wear fit clothes (form-fitting styles), quit flat shoes and wear shoes with short heels or a wedge, wear black color clothes, wear skinny jeans and maintain short hairstyles.
  3. If you want faster ways to grow your height then consult your doctor to know about leg lengthening surgery or any other surgery along with the precautions which you have to take after this surgery.

Final Word:

Everyone wants to have a healthy height and weight but due to genetics or other environmental factors, they might be some people suffering from problems. Remember after puberty, you can’t grow taller even an inch naturally.

Try these natural ways to grow taller and enjoy your life. Do you know any other successful ways to grow taller? Then share it with us in the below comments box.