Monday, January 14, 2013

The Secret to Beautiful Skin

If you find yourself coveting the gorgeous skin of fashion models in most of today’s magazines, first think CLEAN, then think GREEN.
Clean
Companies that produce skin care products would like you to believe that a beautiful complexion can be purchased in a jar. But truly radiant, moist and blemish-free skin is a result of being clean, not just skin deep, but from deep within.
Create clean blood that continuously supplies wonderful nutrients right to the doorway of each and every cell in your body and you’re well on your way to having beautiful skin.
Today, keeping toxins out of your blood and organs is difficult because we live in a "sea" of chemicals and drugs, and eat mostly refined foods. If your goal is healthy skin, you have to make a conscious effort to cleanse these dangerous substances out of your body while putting in the finest nutrients. The good news is that your body is constantly in a cleansing mode and was created with the ability to push out toxins as long as you supply it with the energy to do so.
Cleansing energy is more abundant when you provide your body with the foods mentioned below. (Each food and its nutrients will be discussed in later articles.)
Six Organs That Keep Your Skin Healthy
The six organs responsible for providing you with beautiful skin include your:
  • Liver
  • Kidneys
  • Adrenals
  • Thyroid
  • Large intestines
  • Small intestines
But you are accountable to them as well. Keep them clean at all times and beautiful skin will result from your daily efforts.
Your liver and kidneys are the two filtering organs that constantly provide ongoing housecleaning services. Today they are seriously overworked and underpaid. Why overload them with outside challenges? Shield them from outside harm, feed them well, and they’ll keep you and your skin healthy.
Sitting on top of your kidneys are your walnut-sized adrenals. Often called the "workhorses" of the body, they make many essential hormones including pregnenolone, DHEA, estrogen, progesterone and testosterone. Healthy hormones are an essential ingredient when seeking energy and beautiful skin.
A well-nourished, energetic thyroid also provides hormones and works closely with your adrenals to create energy. Dry, flaky, sluggish skin is evidence of a weak thyroid.
The well-being of one’s liver, kidneys, adrenals and thyroid is dependent on the condition of your small and large intestines. These two organs not only provide nutrients to other organs, but they are also responsible for the removal of waste products from your body. When waste meant for elimination remains in your intestines your skin becomes thick, oily and blemished. Pure, flawless skin is a reflection of clean intestines.
Drugs, alcohol, chemicals and heavy metals (mercury, lead) do daily damage to millions of Americans. Your liver is damaged from refined oils containing trans-fatty acids. Your kidneys are damaged by common table salt devoid of natural minerals. Trans-fats and refined salt are found in thousands of processed foods consumed by most Americans every day. Pasteurized and homogenized dairy products also clog your kidneys. They are to be avoided, but to reach your goal of good-looking skin you also need to add foods into your diet that nourish your six organs of beauty.
Think Green
Spring is here and in Chinese medicine spring is the season when the liver naturally cleanses and heals by pushing out dangerous toxins. Green foods including chlorella are excellent for the liver. Dark green leafy veggies including kale, spinach, dandelion greens and broccoli are especially wonderful foods. Have them cooked, raw, juiced and even cultured.
More Foods to Nourish Your Body and Skin
Green super-food formulas provide a combination of nutrients including cereal grasses, algae and green veggies. Look for one that has organic ingredients and was designed to heal and nourish your intestines. They are great in the morning because they help alkalize your blood, are more pleasant to take than a handful of supplements, and provide protein, minerals and fatty acids.
Other foods known to contribute to healthy skin include raw and virgin fats and oils. Coconut oil is especially good for your thyroid. Mineral-rich foods (dark green leafy veggies, ocean veggies and seafood) and antioxidant-rich foods (black currant and blueberry juice, and green tea) are a daily must.

Saturday, May 21, 2011

Is Your Husband Unhappy?

Helpful Tips on How to Love Your Husband Again


Although it may be difficult to admit, even to yourself, it may reach a point where you are no longer in love with your husband as you used to. Do you know that you may love your husband yet not be in love with him? Being in such a situation is very challenging. Should you continue living in a marriage where you are not in love, or should you call it off? The answer is that you should do neither.



As the saying goes, where there's a will there's a way. When you would like to rescue your marriage, you will be able to love your husband again. The most important thing is: when your husband is HAPPY you'll be happy as well. The following steps will help you to bring back the sparkle in your eyes and heart.

Take note of his positive qualities

One of the greatest problems that couples experience is being resentful towards each other. It is just not possible to mix love with resentment. And resentment usually starts when you focus on negative aspects.

You should therefore concentrate on his positive qualities if you want to save your marriage from breaking up. Every person has weaknesses. However, you should strive to concentrate on the things you love about your husband if you want to fall in love with him again. Don't start thinking about major feats. Perhaps there are many simple things that you genuinely love about your husband.

Now, go a little further beyond just thinking. Keep talking about these positive aspects when you speak about your husband. Avoid saying anything negative about him. The more you focus on his positive qualities, the closer you will feel towards him.

Consider his responsibilities

Another common source of frustration is when you feel that your husband has started taking you for granted. However, before you start turning negative about his apparent lack of concern, you should look at his responsibilities.

Putting all his responsibilities together may actually be weighing heavily on your husband. He has to look after his job and take care of his family.

When you consider your husband's responsibilities, you may realize that he is genuinely busy and is trying very much to attend to you. However, if you determine that he has the time but is simply not making good use of it, discuss the issue with him tactfully.

In case he has too much on his hands, find ways through which you can support him. As you look for how to make your husband happy and love you deeper, doing this will also draw him closer to you.

These simple steps will definitely help you get husband back

*WARNING*

Your marriage could be failing as you think of ways to talk to your spouse!
Find out ways to assess your failing marriage and take positive steps to resolve your problems and re ignite the passion you once had.

10 tips for beautiful breasts



The breasts need to be pampered a little every day to keep their beautiful curved form. Because once they say, nothing will put them back! So read these tips several times and ... use them!
The breasts are composed of fatty tissue, fibrous and glands surrounded by an envelope of skin placed on the pectoral muscle: as they have no muscle, it ruser need to keep their round firm and elastic



Tip 1 - Choose a good bra and wear it all day. As a teenager, it is important to support the chest by a bra well cut that budget without chest compression.

Tip 2 - For the sport, it is advisable to wear a bra special sport. It can absorb shocks.

Tip 3 - Take cold showers on the chest. Heat is the enemy of the skin of your chest because it softens. So, after your bath or shower every day do you spend the cold jet to tone the breasts and skin around it.

Tip 4 - Make scrubs soft breasts and décolleté to stimulate blood circulation and activate cell renewal.

Tip 5 - Make a soft massage in circular movements and ascending with a smooth cream or a bag of ice for the most courageous.

Tip 6 - Make the sport regularly but avoid violent sports such as aerobics or running. The ideal is to swim back to open the chest and the muscles of the bust.


Tip 7 - Eat foods rich in protein to feed muscles of the bust.

Tip 8 - sleep on their backs to avoid compressing your chest.

Tip 9 - Make the exercises throughout the day to join hands in front of the chest and shake for 10 seconds or repeating O and X to stimulate the muscles of the neck.

Tip 10 - In the sun, protect your neck with a high sun index to prevent skin aging prematurely. Avoid prolonged exposure.

Note:
Stay right pulls the shoulders back and keeps your chin up. The attitude you take to allow your chest to be enhanced.






Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Almond Oil For Beauty and Health Care

Almond is a native of the countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. There are two types of almonds – sweet almond and bitter almond. Oil extracted from both varieties of almonds can be used for topical application. However, only sweet almond oil could be taken internally.

Almond oil – benefits
Skin care
Almond oil could be used as a natural skin moisturizer. In aromatherapy, almond oil is used as carrier oil. Pure herbal oils when applied directly on the skin, causes burn and irritation. To prevent skin irritation, essential oils are blended with carrier oils. The vitamin E rich almond oil nourishes the skin cells and stimulates growth of new cells. It soothes irritated skin and improves complexion. Frequent use of almond oil could delay appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, restoring the youthful appearance of the skin. You can even use almond oil as under eye cream for reducing the dark circles.



Hair care
Almond oil could be used as hair oil. It moisturize dry and damaged hair, making frizzy hair masses soft and manageable. Nutrients present in almond oil could provide nutrition to the hair follicles, promoting hair growth.




Health care
Sweet almond oil is prescribed in traditional medicines for reducing total cholesterol level. In Ayurveda, almond oil is recommended for strengthening the nervous system and for improving cognitive skills. It could even strengthen the immune system.

Monday, May 16, 2011

Almond Face Mask



How to Prepare Almond Face Mask
Here is an easy almond face mask beauty recipe for aging and dry skin.

Ingredients:

1 tbsp honey
1 egg yolk
½ tsp almond oil
1 tbsp yogurt

Mix all ingredients and blend well.

How to Apply Almond Face Mask:

Apply the mask on your face and leave it on for 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water and gently wipe the residue with a damp cloth to reveal a much softer and suppler skin.

Apart from using these natural beauty recipes, drink lot of water and eat a balanced diet to keep your skin healthy and beautiful.

Note: Do not use this face mask if you are allergic to any ingredient.

Olive Oil Face Pack



Olive is not only one of the most ancient plants in the world, but due to its therapeutic and healing qualities it finds frequent mention in the Greek mythology as a sacred tree. An Olive Oil Face Mask is the best homemade remedy for pampering and nourishing your skin and an excellent substitute for the expensive skin care crèmes and moisturizers.

This homemade face pack uses olive oil, which is a rich source of Iron, vitamin C, D, E and other antioxidants, that are excellent for skin. Olive oil Face Pack helps skin tissues regenerate and plays a vital role in retaining natural moisture in the skin.

This face pack is also effective in fighting against skin problems like wrinkles, dryness, sagging and flaking. Olive oil can be used on all skin types, but it is specially suited for dry skin types.
Ingredients for Olive Oil Face Pack




Ingredients for Olive Oil Face Pack




  • Olive oil is an excellent moisturizing agent by itself. You may use only olive oil or mix it with other ingredients to suit your skin type.


  • For example, it can be mixed with lemon juice and used as overnight treatment for wrinkles.


  • Olive oil blended with oatmeal and milk works wonders in treating blotches on skin.


  • Massaging the hands with warm olive oil makes them soft and supple and also strengthens the fingernails



  • How to Apply Olive Oil on Face




  • Gently rub the olive oil on your face and around the neck area with the tip of your fingers.


  • Massage the olive oil thoroughly for about 15 to 30 minutes, till it gets completely absorbed in your skin.


  • Follow the routine thrice a week for best results.






  • Olive Oil Skin Tightening Gel

    For a quick homemade beauty recipe for skin-tightening, you can make use of the high quality cold pressed olive oil which is used for cooking these days.

    To make a skin-tightening gel at home, take about 3 tablespoons of olive oil, warmed it slightly and add a pinch of sea salt to it. Apply it on your face, avoiding the areas around your eyes. Massage for about 10-15 minutes and rinse your face with warm water.

    Try these Homemade Skin Care Recipes to enjoy a glowing, blemish free and healthy skin!




    Warning:

    Avoid using this Face Pack incase you're allergic to any of the ingredients used in the preparation.

    Wednesday, August 4, 2010

    Sleeping Guide

    When you look in the mirror and you think you might need an “eye job”, maybe all you need is more sleep. Sleep is a necessary component of your body’s rejuvenation and its healing. Don’t skimp. Think of sleep as the period when your mind is on its own, poking into thoughts you weren’t ready to think when you were awake. Dreams are how your mind tells you what you’ve learned that day. Use those 8 hours a night to expand your self-awareness.

    And sleep on your back. Your mind will expand regardless of how you’re positioned;
    when you’re on your back, you’re showing the universe that you’re facing her head-on.
    And the universe rewards you by keeping you neck as smooth as a Trumpet swan’s.

    If you have problems relaxing so you can sleep and dream, try this:
    Use lavender oil in your bath water, or drizzle lavender oil on a hanky and place it in
    side your pillow. Lavender promotes sleep-inducing alpha waves.

    If you have sleep apnea, see your doctor. Apnea is when you periodically wake up, throughout the night to gasp and catch your breath. This is a serious condition and you should see your doctor. If, however, your sleep is interrupted because of congestion from a cold or allergies, try this:
    Drizzle a few drops of eucalyptus to a hanky and place it inside your pillow. Eucalyptus is a natural way to clear nasal passages.