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Benefits Of Potato
• Potatoes are rich source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, copper, manganese, and dietary fiber.
• Sweet potatoes are reasonably low in calories and comprise no fat. They are rich source of beta-carotene, potassium, and vitamin A.
• Potato is the most efficient food for energy production. The energy produced through potato gets stored as glycogen in muscle and liver; it functions as a readily available energy during prolonged, strenuous exercise. That’s why; it is an important part of players’ diet.
• Potatoes are low in sodium, nearly fat free and easy to digest. They make active part of any diet.
• Potatoes are beneficial in curing stomach ulcers and inflamed conditions of the colon.
• Potatoes are also beneficial in hemorrhoid due to their high fiber content.
• Potatoes might help prevent cancer in glands and organs with epithelial tissue because of their high Vitamin A content.
• Potatoes make nice food for diabetics because they help to control blood sugar levels.
• Potatoes help to improve resistance to heart attack and stroke. The potassium content, available in potatoes, helps in maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance in the body cells.
• Potatoes also help in normal functioning of heart and keeping a check on blood pressure. — with Joy Anabelle Semilla.
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LEMON AS A HOME REMEDY FOR PIMPLES !!
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There are different ways in which lemon can be used as a home remedy for pimples. Lime juice can be applied on facial skin as it is or it can be mixed with other substances that are readily available at home. Following are a few methods of using lemon for removing pimples.
• Concentrated lemon extract: Lemon juice can be directly applied on the facial skin to remove pimples. However, you should be careful to apply the juice only on the pimple because the strong bleaching element might make the surrounding skin look whiter than usual if the juice spreads out. It is best to use a cotton swab to apply the concentrated lemon juice on the pimple. You should properly wash and clean your face, possibly with a skin cleanser, before applying the juice.
• Lemon and honey: The oil removing properties and exfoliation of lemon are most effective in combination with some natural moisturizer. Natural honey is a great moisturizer that can soothe the skin which might become too dry due to the application of lemon juice.
• Lemon with rosewater: Just like using the combination of lemon juice with honey, a mixture of lemon juice and rosewater can be just perfect in treating pimples. Rosewater is known for its anti-inflammatory and astringent properties. It is also an excellent skin cleanser.
• Lemon with egg white: Egg white can act as a great skin conditioner and therefore is perfect in combination with lemon juice for treating pimples.
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1. Really do not pick, press or rub your pimples. These actions actually add to the sebum production and rupture the membranes below the actual skin. The infection and sebum will spread underneath your skin and cause more pimples. Also, you risk increasing the prospects of leaving scars on your face.
2. Wash your face 2 times a day utilizing a mild soap. It is usually better yet if you can buy sulfur-based soap especially for acne. If your skin is too oily, use a soap with benzoyl peroxide.
3. Drink more water day-to-day. "Eight glasses of water daily can keep acne away." says Jennifer Thoden, a respected acne expert. The reason is that water can hold waste out of our system that's why it really helps heal and prevent acne flare-ups.
4. Avoid the use of oily products. Avoid products that include hair pomades, intense oil-based facial moisturizers, and oily cleansers.
5. Keep your face clean. You should never rest your chin on your hands or constantly touch your face. Regularly shampoo your hair and keep it off your face, particularly when you fall asleep.
6. Exercise moderately because it facilitates blood circulation and eliminataion of toxins.
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Health & Nutrition Benefits Of Eating Onions
• Fresh as well as cooked onions have anti-platelet adhesiveness, which helps in preventing thrombosis.
• Onion has been found to be very good for those suffering from high blood pressure.
• Onion helps reduce inflammation and is therefore, beneficial for those suffering from Neuritis, Vertigo and Bronchitis.
• Onion, being a diuretic, increases the secretion of urine.
• Regular consumption of onions also prevents colon cancer.
• Onions are rich in flavonoids and thus, provide protection against cardiovascular disease.
• Onions are very good for the health of hair, finger and toe nails and even the eyes.
• Onions contain a number of sulfides that help in lowering blood lipids
• Onions have anti-allergy properties, apart from being slightly laxative.
• Onions help drain out mucus from the cavities and loosen phlegm, in turn alleviating the symptoms of sinus.
• Onions help the body in destroying worms and other parasites.
• Researches have revealed that onions prolong longevity.
• Since onions have the property of helping lower blood sugar, they are good for those suffering from diabetes.
• The extracts of onion, being rich in a variety of sulfides, provide some protection against tumor growth.
• In case of bleeding from the nose it is advisable to smell fresh cut onion, as it can be extremely beneficial in stopping the bleeding.
• Those who are suffering from insomnia should eat onions to get a good night sleep.
• The juice of onion can be highly effective in healing ear pain and blurred vision. Put a few drops in your ears or eyes and get immediate positive results.
• Regular consumption of onion with sugar can be beneficial for those kids who want to gain height.
• 3 ounces of onion juice when taken with water early morning every day can prevent fits.
• Onion can help you combats hair loss and baldness. Pour onion juice on your scalp and message.
• Consumption of white onions with curd can be extremely beneficial in relieving acidity.
• It has been found that onion juice or raw onions can be effective in combating TB bacteria in the body. Eating onion with salt can be more effective.
• The mixture of onion juice and ginger juice can be helpful in stopping vomiting.
• Onion can also be beneficial in toothaches and gum-aches. Cut a small piece of onion and keep it near the affected area to get rid of the pain.
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1. Yams are rich in vitamin C. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant and can help to slow down the aging process and prevent many diseases like cancer. It is also important in promoting the absorption of iron, maintaining healthy skin, and protecting against infections.
2. The tuber is excellent source of B-complex group of vitamins, like pyridoxine (viamin B6), thiamin (vitamin B1), riboflavin, folic acid, pantothenic acid and niacin. The B6 vitamin is required by the liver, helps our digestive system with processing proteins and fats. High intakes of vitamin B6 have also been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease.
3. They also contain folic acid and other B vitamins which help to detoxify excess estrogen and is beneficial with symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.
4. Yams contain complex carbohydrates and fiber, which deliver the goods gradually, slowing the rate at which their sugars are released and absorbed into the bloodstream. So they are very much useful for diabetic patients and is recommended as low glycemic index food.
5. In addition, because they are rich in soluble dietary fiber, it provides satiety and so helpful in reducing weight. Moreover we all know that dietary fiber helps to reduce constipation, decrease bad or "LDL" cholesterol levels. They are also roughage provider because of its richness in fiber content. So by making yams a part of our diet, we can ripe plenty of goodness for our intestinal health.
6. One cup of yams (cubed and cooked) has 158 calories with less than 2 calories being from fat. It provides about 21% of the daily value of fiber, 27% of vitamin C, and 26% of potassium.
7. Yams are rich in manganese, an essential factor for the metabolism of carbohydrate and antioxidant defenses. It is also a co-factor in a number of enzymes that are related to the production of energy. Without manganese, we would not be able to process these nutrients in our system, which are so essential to our body health.
8. It is a rich source of essential fatty acids (Omega-3 fatty acids), which are known to increase the good cholesterol (HDL) levels in the blood.
9. Yams are a good source of potassium, a mineral that helps to control blood pressure and can reduce risk of stroke. Potassium also increases muscular strength and helps to reduce feelings of stress and anxiety, helps fluid balances, and heartbeat regulation.
10. Copper present in yam is required in the production of red blood cells.
11. Iron present in yam is required for red blood cell formation. Folate helps us to process homo-cysteine, a type of an amino acid in our body. This water-soluble vitamin also helps to control anemic problems.
12. Yams also contain a unique phytoestrogen called diosgenin, a hormonal molecule that is currently being experimented for its potential anticancer effects and for the synthesis of the hormones estrogen and progesterone.
13. Extensive research is also going on Dioscorin, a storage protein contained in yam for its benefit on increased kidney blood flow and reduced blood pressure.
14. Eating cooked yam everyday can help relieve diarrhea in cold weather and nourish lungs and relieve chronic coughing and asthma.
15. Yam congee(type of porridge) nourishes skin and hair in dry weather.
16. Yams are also a recommended dietary ingredient for people with anemia, chronic intestine inflammation, poor appetite and indigestion, although they are not recommended for those with constipation.
17. Yams also aid the process of digestion, by dilating vessels and stimulating bile flow.
18. Wild yam helps to decrease water retention.
19. Mexican wild yam is a very effective antispasmodic and is used in conditions like menstrual cramps, pain, improper circulation, neuralgia, nerve tension and muscle tension.
20. The elephant yam is widely used in the treatment of patients suffering from piles.
21. Yam is considered to be a healthy low-fat food and hence can be consumed without any fear of weight gain.
22. It also act as anticoagulant (prevents blood from clotting).
23. Yam also contains good amount of vitamin-A and beta carotene levels. Vitamin A has many functions like maintaining healthy mucus membranes and skin, night vision, growth and protection from lung and oral cavity cancers.
24. Recent research also shows that rich mucoprotein present in yams can promote protein absorption and improve immunity. It can also help prevent hardening of arteries and relieve high blood sugar.
25. Its rich dioscin helps improve cell metabolism and adjust internal secretion, thus helping perfect skin and lengthen one's life.
26. Its decoction is also used to stimulate appetite and to relieve bronchial irritation, cough etc.
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Natural Homemade Hair Masks !!
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All hair types — Avocado and Honey
Mask a ripened avocado and mix in a tablespoon of organic honey and allow it to sit for 20 minutes before rinsing it off in the shower.
Avocados are rich in a variety of vitamins and nutrients, including vitamin E and protein, both of which your hair needs to remain soft and healthy. Meanwhile, honey is a natural antibacterial agent.
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