Herbs to solve excessive sweating

Excessive sweating is one of the oldest known dermatological conditions. Roughly 1% of the world population is affected by it. The condition has a significant negative impact on the quality of life. Excessive sweating results from excessive sympathetic stimulation of the eccrine sweat glands. Some herbs, such as White Peony root and Astragulus, have been found to be very useful in the treatment of excessive sweating. In this article, we will make you aware of the major natural herbs that are used to treat excessive sweating.

Sage (Salvia officinalis)Sage, botanically known as Savia Officinalis, is a small-sized evergreen shrub, which belongs to the mint family, Lamiaceae. The herb is native to the Mediterranean region, where it is commonly grown as a kitchen or medicinal herb Modern evidence on Sage establishes its properties as an anhidrotic, antibiotic, antifungal, astringent, antispasmodic, estrogenic, hypoglycemic, and tonic. It is believed that the herb is very effective in reducing sweat production in the body. Regular consumption over time can give excellent results in a range of other ailments as well.

White Peony Root (Paeonia albifloria)White peony root, also known as Chinese Peony root, belongs to the Paeoniaceae family and is grown extensively in China. It is a perennial herb that grows to a height of 50-80 cm, with a stout branched root. Its leaves are alternate and bi-alternately compound, while the leaflets are narrow-ovate or elliptical. The plant has red, white and purple flowers. White peony root is known to be very effective against spontaneous sweating due to exterior deficiencies as also against night sweating due to yin deficiencies. For spontaneous sweating, the herb is used with the cinnamon twig and for night sweating, it is used with oyster shell, arborvitae seed etc.

AstragulusAstragulus is a large genus, which covers about 2000 species of herbs and shrubs, all belonging to the Fabaceae legume family. It grows in the temperate regions of the Northern hemisphere. Other common names for Astragulus are milk-vetch, locoweed and goat's-thorn. The herb is an amphoteric to sweating and increases or decreases sweating as needed. It is also medically recommended for treating spleen deficiency symptoms, such as diarrhea, fatigue, sweating and a lack of appetite. It is even used as a tonic for the lungs and is effective in remedying conditions like shortness of breath, asthma and chronic lung problems.

Schisandra Berry (Schisandra chinesis)Schisandra chinensis is a deciduous woody vine that is found in forests of Northern China and the Russian Far East. The berries from this plant are one among the 50 fundamental herbs in Chinese medicine. Schisandra Berry is considered an adaptogen, which helps to normalize the functions of the body during stressful situations, when those functions can be affected. It helps to build body’s resistance to diseases and stress and serves to reenergize RNA and DNA molecules. In China, the berry has long been used to control night sweat.

Kidney stones and Ayurveda remedy

Kidney stones are one of the most common disorders of the urinary tract. People whose diet is rich in animal protein and low in fibre and fluids, are at higher risk of developing kidney stones. People working under high stress levels with a family history of kidney stones, patients who are bedridden, and people with high blood pressure are also prone to develop kidney stones.

The incidence of kidney stones has been increasing over the past 20 years. On an average, men have an incidence of one in 14 and women of one in 30. People between the ages of 20 and 40 are more likely to develop the condition, as are those with persistent heartburn and those who take antacids for long periods.

Crystals that form in urine and build up on the inner surfaces of the kidney can form stones in the kidney, the urethra, or the bladder. These stones contain various combinations of minerals and other chemicals, some of which are derived from your diet.

Normally, urine contains factors that inhibit stone-building substances from forming crystals, like magnesium, citrate, pyrophosphate etc. A deficiency in these protective substances can result in the formation of crystals. Changes in the pH of the urine, that causes acid or alkaline imbalances, can also affect stone precipitation.

Other causes of kidney stones are a disorder of uric acid metabolism, gout, excess, intake of vitamin D, and blockage of the urinary tact. Certain diuretics or calcium-based antacids may increase the risk of forming kidney stones by increasing the amount of calcium in the urine.

About 70 to 80 per cent of all kidney stones are composed of calcium generally combined with oxalate. Oxalate or oxalic acid is found in a number of common vegetables, fruits, and grains. About 2 per cent of stones are composed of calcium phosphate. About 10 per cent of stones are made up of uric acid, which is the end product of purine metabolism— a nitrogen compound found in protein. Another 9 to 17 per cent of stones are struvite: they are made of magnesium ammonium phosphate. Struvite stones are usually associated with certain urinary tract infections.

Symptoms

In many cases, kidney stones develop silently. You may not experience symptoms in the beginning.

However, when symptoms occur, they frequently include severe pain and blood in your urine. Remember, the size of the stone does not necessarily predict the severity of the pain. You may notice blood in the urine if the stone becomes large. There may be nausea and vomiting. If fever and chills accompany any of these symptoms, you should suspect a urinary tract infection.

Self-Help Guidelines

• A good step to prevent any type of stone is to drink plenty of liquids—water is best.

• Minimize the intake of foods like apples, tomatoes, asparagus, beer, berries, black pepper, cabbage and cauliflower, cheese, chocolate, cocoa, coffee, cola drinks, figs, grapes, ice-cream, milk, oranges, butter, pineapples, spinach, tea, vitamin C, and curd. Avoid food with added vitamin D and certain types of antacids that have a calcium base.

• If you pass acidic urine, you may need to eat less meat, fish, and poultry.

• Avoid sedentary lifestyle. At the same time, do not expose yourself to extreme temperatures and dehydrating conditions.

Ayurvedic Remedies

• The bark of henna plant (Mehendi) is an effective remedy for removing urinary stones. Make a decoction by boiling one part of the bark in 20 parts of water until it boils down to a quarter of its original quantity. Take this decoction in doses of 20 to 30 ml, twice or thrice a day.

• Alternately, take the decoction made from leaves and seeds of Radish (mooli) to expel the stones.

• Horse-gram (Dolichus bifloras) soup is an excellent food supplement.

• Paashanabheda and varuna are the two important herbs, which have proved to be effective in the treatment of urinary caliculus. Either the rhizome of paashanabheda in the form of powder or the bark of varuna in the form of decoction can be taken internally.

• Kshaara parpati, shilajit, ashmari hara kashaaya, chandraprabhaa vati are some of the effective medicines used to treat the condition. Gokshura kada is an oral liquid, promoting easy urination and relieves burning sensation. It should be taken 3-4 times per day in doses of 15 ml with equal quantity of water.

 You can use them after consulting your ayurvedic physician

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Ayurveda Tips to Gain Weight Naturally

While most of our patients and clients approach us to reduce their weight and for treating complaints associated with Obesity,but we also get Clients who come for Gaining weight too. Sometimes it is much more difficult to gain weight than reducing it, and the solution is not to merely eat more food. The types of foods you consume have a direct effect on mood, energy, and overall health, so be sure you are making wise choices. You want to enhance lean muscle mass, not your fat cells.

You will need to up your calorie intake in order to put on weight, but you must use caution. Simply eating more high-calorie junk foods such as ice-cream, fried foods, and candies will only drain your energy and make you feel awful, not to mention contribute to heart disease and diabetes. The objective is to choose higher calorie foods with the most nutrients. Avocados, raw nuts and seeds, nut-butters, dried fruits, and whole grains can give you increase in weight.

Causes for a Lean Body Nature:

1.Inheritance:

It may be due to the genes. Parents or one of the parent has the nature of not gaining weight even though the person involves in any type of food habits or regimen. So this will be inherited by the offspring also.

2.Absorption:

There may be some problem because of which the person’s intestine may not be able to absorb the essential materials or end products of digestion which in turn results in malnourishment  thus leading to underweight.

3.Digestive problems:

The individual may not be in the state of having enough food due to some causes like for eg- some get indigestion if they have even a little extra food, or may be suffering from irritable bowel syndrome, or colitis or something like that. The person may not be involving with correct habits or exercises to get the food digested well, assimilated and the good part of the end product of digestion to be absorbed to meet the body needs.

4.Lack of Knowledge:

The person may be unaware about the proper quantity or proportion of various component of food what he has to consume. Like the vegetables which he has to take about half the portion of his meal, then fats and carbs together about 1/4 part of his diet, proteins and vitamins to ¼  th part of his meal. Thus it goes on. We generally say this as stomach may be divided to 3 parts and - 1/3rd of it must be filled with solid food, - another  1/3  rd must be filled with liquid particals

- last 1/3 rd must be left vacant for the air to circulate and aid the digestion.

5.Low Hb% in the body:

If a person is anemic also then won’t gain weight.so boost up your Hb%

6.Unkown cause:

Here no matter what ever the person does, there are no problems of digestion absorption or malnourishment but the individual remains thin but active and healthy. This can be called as his inborn constitution and does not create any problem to the person

Tips to gain weight for skinny guys.

1. Track Calories. Skinny guys often overestimate what they eat. Read the labels, use a food scale and track your daily caloric intake. You need at least your body-weight in lbs x 20kcal daily to gain weight.

A rule of thumb is at least 1kg for each cm above 1m (use this converter). Anything less you'll always look skinny. There's no upper limit, if you want to weigh more go for it. Examples of minimum goal weights:

1m70/5'7" at least 70kg/154lbs

1m75/5'9" at least 75kg/165lbs

1m80/5'11" at least 80kg/176lbs

1m85/6'1" at least 85kg/187lbs

1m90/6'3" at least 90kg/200lbs

2. Eat Every 3 Hours. You need at least your body-weight in lbs x 20 kcal to gain weight. That's 2700kcal/day if you're 135lbs. If you have a physical job or move a lot, you'll need even more. Eat every 3 hours.

Breakfast. Get calories from the first hour. Read how to build the habit of eating breakfast and try these breakfast recipes.

Lunch & Diner. Prepare double portions while making breakfast. 1 portion for work/school, 1 portion when you get back.

Snacks. Mixed nuts, fruits, dried fruits, yogurt, cottage cheese, eggs, sandwiches, milk, protein shakes, ...

Post Workout. Physical activities burn calories. Eat post workout to get that energy back. Check this post workout shake recipe.

3. Eat Calorie Dense Foods. 100g raw rice is 380kcals. 100g raw spinach is only 25kcals. Getting your daily calorie intake is easier if you eat foods high in calories. Your best options:

Pasta. 100g pasta is 380kcal and easier to ingest than 100g rice. Whole grain pasta is healthier, but takes longer to digest. Eat white pasta.

Whole Milk. If you don't bother gaining some fat, drink 1 gallon whole milk per day on top of your current food intake. I've seen guys gaining 60lbs/year drinking 1 gallon per milk per day while Squatting 3x/week.

Nuts. Mixed nuts & natural peanut butter have +500kcal/100g, about 50% healthy fats and 25% protein. Use mixed nuts as snack & throw peanut butter on sandwiches for work/school.

Olive Oil. Protects against heart diseases & cancer. Sip it like vodka (it's not that bad, really) or use it for tomato pasta sauce. 1tbsp is 100kcal.

Juices  If you are not in the mood for big meals or frequent feedings, creating drinks in the blender is the way to go. You can easily down several hundred calories in a few minutes while at the same time providing your body with a hefty dose of whole-food nutrients.

Try this: Frozen bananas, a few spoonfuls of peanut butter, a couple of medjool dates, and unsweetened vanilla soymilk. Or mix up frozen strawberries, fresh mangos, brazil nuts, medjool dates, and unsweetened almond milk. If you are craving extra protein, toss in some hemp protein powder.

4. If You Don't Already Exercise, Start Doing So

You want to go from skinny to muscular, not from skinny to chubby. Get into strength training. More strength is more muscle. Physical activity can help induce hunger signals in your body, therefore encouraging you to eat more. After using energy for workouts, it only follows that you will need to replenish with food. Exercise is catabolic, meaning that tissue is being broken down. What builds it back up is the nutrition you put into your body. Think of your food as fuel. If you eat junk, your body will have difficulty using it to build and repair itself. If you eat wholesome, natural foods that are designed by nature rather than produced in factories, your body benefit significantly.

Attempting to put weight on can be just as tough as trying to lose it. Remember to make sure you are feeding your body high-quality foods with which to build itself. And no, you do not need massive amounts of meat or protein powders to put on muscle. That is an old nutrition myth that refuses to die. Consider some of the largest, strongest animals like elephants, horses, and cows, all of who subsist on vegetation. Stick to eating mostly whole plant foods, keep your body active, and you will look amazing, feel incredible, and achieve your goal weight.

Some tips keep in mind while doing exercise.

(i)Free Weights. Force you to stabilize the weight and allow for natural motions. Start light, focus on technique and add weight progressively.

(ii)Compound Exercises. Do exercises that work your whole body. Squats, Deadlifts, Overhead Press, Bench Press, Pull-ups, Dips, Barbell Row, ...

(iii)Squat. Leg exercise stressing your whole body. When you can Squat 1.5x your body-weight for 1 rep, you'll no longer be skinny. Squat often.

(iv)Rest. Muscle grow when you rest, not when you work out. Don't train daily. Sleep, drink 1 gallon water daily and eat fruits/veggies.

Ayurveda and Natural Methods to gain weight:

Now you might have already tried many home remedies or medicine for this problem of underweight or lean body nature. But here are some easy and simple remedies which we have seen good results with our patients and other clients.

 You must first record your weight before starting this and record weekly on a particular day of a week for a month.

1. Home remedies direct from your kitchen:-

1]- Take 1tbsp of ghee and add 1tbsp of sugar to it mix and lick this mixture little by little in empty stomach just before lunch and dinner .and then after 30 mins you can have your meals.

- Continue this for at least a month to see the benefits.

2]- Make a habit of consuming one well ripen banana with a cup of warm milk with 1 tsp of ghee mixed or stirred into it with little sugar .Here sugar is for taste.

3]- Make a habit of eating food in little quantity for every 2 hrs. Here we don’t mean junk food .May be fruits, vegetables, juices, dry fruits etc.

4]-Always eat well balanced food, which includes all the essential components including good fats also.

5]-Drink water after you meal at least 1 cup full. This will help for better digestion and also to gain weight.

6]- Boost up your appetite by working out daily for atleast 30 mins.May be brisk walk, or just a little bit of walking, dancing etc.

7]-Make a habit of taking a light nap after afternoon meal for about 30 mins to 1 hr. This will also help to gain weight. Try to get sound and good amount of sleep at nights too.

8]- Try to remain calm and happy. This contentment is really required because this is always related to mind .Body and mind are interlinked...So well balanced state of body with mind is called as a healthy condition or the man is called healthy.

9]-Eat soaked dry grapes or dates soaked in warm milk overnight .This should be taken empty stomach. It will also increase the Hb% .Thus you can get rid of Anemia with these methods.

2. Now coming down to Ayurveda medicines:-

1. Khushmanda avaleha - 1 tsp twice daily with a cup of warm milk before bed and early in the morning empty stomach has a wonderful result. This should be done at least for a month. This will also increase the hemoglobin percentage in the blood

2..Ashwagandhavaleha-This one more type of Avaleha which helps as a general tonic and given even better results in men. May be taken with warm water or milk.

3.Chavanprash-This is also a very good leha. Method of intake is same as other. It has many dry fruits, amla[gooseberry and many medicinal roots].Best for emaciation caused as a result of some chronic diseases.

5.Draksharista- 3tsp of this should be taken with equal amount of boiled and cooled water with a drop of honey thrice a day for atleast 1 month.

6.Ashwaganda choorna may be taken with ghee or honey or even milk thrice daily .

There are also various Ayurveda massages which will help you gain weight. These are done with special variety of rice mixed with herbs.

These medicines are for your knowledge only.

 Do not take it without an Ayurveda doctor’s advice. For more information on these medicines and other details on gaining weight  mail us at info@ayurwellness.in to discuss with our panel of doctors.

Herbal Remedy for Blackheads

You probably just found some black spots on your nose which are often called as Blackheads. They are very common to grow on nose because nose produces oil substances everyday. And this oil is one of the trigger that can stimulate the blackheads and acne growth.Blackheads usually happens right before the pimples grow on your face. So you might want to know how to treat the blackheads on your nose before it converts to pimples

Before we learn more about some treatments to remove blackheads, I’ll give you some reasons why you might suffer blackheads on your nose. I’m telling you, not everyone knows what causes blackheads. It is very important because by knowing the reasons why you might get blackheads, you will be able to remove them really quick.

The most common reason is the effect of hormone. That’s why, many patients with blackheads are teens. Teens, especially during puberty stage, have a lot of hormones in their body. These hormones will stimulate the production of some oil to keep your face moist. But sometimes, the hormones grow uncontrollable and produce so many oil that can cause blackheads and acne.

Some effective Ayurveda and Herbal remedy for Black head and Acne

-Make a paste of freshly crushed fenugreek leaves and water. Apply this paste on face and wash it off with lukewarm water after 10-15 mins. Repeat this technique every night before going to bed for a blackhead free skin.

-In case you have normal to oily skin, go for fuller's earth face pack. Just make a smooth paste of fuller's earth (multani mitti) and rose water and apply it on the face. This would not only control black heads but would also keep the skin smooth and silky.

-Remove the unwanted grime with the help of bananas as they are known to clean the skin. Just use the inner portion of banana skin for rubbing it thoroughly around the affected area and it would do wonders for your facial skin.

-Make a smooth paste of ground radish seeds and water and apply it on the blackheads prone area. Let it remain there for about 15 mins and then rinse it with lukewarm water. This is one of the most effective blackhead removal techniques.

-Home made scrubs are quite effective in getting rid of black heads. Take 4 tablespoons of baking soda and 1 teaspoon of dead sea salt. Mix them well in 2 tablespoons of water. Now use this paste as scrub on the effected area. Make sure you scrub the skin only after steaming the face.

--Make a smooth paste of oatmeal powder and rose water and gently spread it all over the face. Let it remain as it is for 15 mins and then rinse it off with cold water.

-Honey is quite helpful in getting rid of blackheads. All you need to do is warm some honey and apply it on blackhead prone areas for 10 to 15 mins. Rinse it with warm water and what you get is a blackhead free skin!

-Grape's pulp can also be an effective remedy for treating blackheads. Just apply grapes pulp generously on the effected areas and let it dry. Wash the face with warm water and you are all set with a black bump free skin.

Natural tips to Avoid Gas Problems- Bloating, Flatulence, Belching

Intestinal gas, more commonly called stomach gas, not only cause discomfort and gas pain but are embarrassing too. Although gas problems like bloating, burping and passing gas are natural, they might become serious and affect our daily activities. Therefore, it is advisable to avoid all the abdominal gas problems, the common ones being bloating, flatulence and belching. For intestinal gas treatment or for avoiding bloating, flatulence and belching, one must know the underlying causes for excessive intestinal gas formation and should adopt required dietary changes and other measures including medications if necessary.

How to Avoid Bloating?
Bloating makes a person feel that his/her abdomen has become enlarged. Dilation of abdomen can be caused by anything- fluid, tumors, enlarged organs, or fat within the abdomen. However, the most common cause of bloating is excessive formation of intestinal gas that could not be passed through belching or flatulence. Bloating often causes abdominal pain that can be mild and dull or sharp and intense gas pain. Bloating gas relief can be had by passing gas or having a bowel movement.

Avoid Foods that Cause Gas and Bloating
Where the cause of bloating is excessive intestinal gas formulation, it is usually due to fatty foods and some other foods that cause gas and bloating. To avoid bloating, reduce or totally avoid such foods depending upon the seriousness of bloating problem. Common foods that cause gas and bloating include Baked beans, Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage, Carbonated drinks, Cauliflower, Chewing gum, Fruits like apples, peaches and pears, Hard candy, and Lettuce among others.

How to Avoid Flatulence?
Flatulence, simply stated, is gas buildup in the colon. It is caused due to production of gas by bacteria within intestines during the process of digesting sugars and polysaccharides. Some bacteria are more capable of producing gas and thus they result into chronic flatulence. Other causes of flatulence include maldigestion or malabsorption of sugars and polysaccharides as well as bacterial overgrowth of the small intestine. Constipation too is one of the causes of flatulence as the longer food waste remains in colon, the more time it has to ferment that in turn produces stomach gas.

Avoid Foods that Cause Flatulence
Anyone suffering from the gas problem of flatulence must avoid such food that form excessive intestinal gas like beans, peas, lentils, cabbage, onions, broccoli, cauliflower, bananas, raisins, whole-wheat bread, salads and carbonated drinks. Many people are intolerant of lactose and as such milk and dairy products too should be avoided by them to treat flatulence. Apart from avoiding flatulence causing food, one must also take the following measures.

• Avoid or cut back on fatty foods.
• When excessive gas is formed in your intestine, reduce intake of high fiber foods (temporarily though). When the flatulence problem is under control, start including high fiber foods in your diet gradually.
• Have more smaller meals and avoid having two or three large meals. Also eat slowly to aid proper digestion of the food you eat.
• Do not just sit back or lie down after meals. Have a slow walk or move around doing light works. This aids digestion and avoids flatulence.
How to Avoid Belching?
Belching, also called burping, is the normal act of expelling out stomach gas through mouth. Belching is, in fact, caused by inflated stomach that has dilated due to swallowed air. Air can be swallowed while gulping food and drinking rapidly or due to anxiety as well as carbonated drinks. The swallowed air in the stomach (stomach gas) causes abdominal discomfort that in turn results into belching for expelling the air out to get gas relief. Acid reflux or Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) can also cause belching. When stomach acid backs up into esophagus, the person may swallow repeatedly in order to clear the material. This sometimes leads to swallowing more air and more belching. To avoid belching, take the following measures.

• Make habit of eating and drinking slowly. This will eliminate the chance of swallowing air.
• Avoid carbonated beverages and beer as they release carbon dioxide gas. Also, avoid drinking through a straw.
• Avoid chewing gum. The action causes you to swallow more often increasing the chances of swallowing air.
• Quit smoking. Smoking not only causes belching and other intestinal gas problems, it is also not good for general health.
• People using dentures should take care of the proper fit of their denture sets otherwise they can unknowingly swallow air while eating and drinking causing stomach gas.
• If suffering from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), treat it to avoid belching. Read Home Remedies for Heartburn/ Acid Reflux

Home Remedy For Throat Infection (Tonsillitis)

Sore throat is a disease which is very common among children. It is generally caused by viral infection. It lasts for 3-4 days but an acute sore throat will continue for a couple of weeks.

This inflammation can cause pain and irritate you. If you are suffering from a mild sore throat then you can cure yourself with the following home remedies for sore throat:

1) One of the most effective sore throat home remedy is gargle with warm salt water several times a day.

2) Basil leaves is one of the oldest medicinal herbs which can be used for different purpose. Take some 13-15 basil leaves and boiled it. And drink it. You can take the drink till you are cured.

3) Tamarind also helps in the treatment of sore throat. Soak some tamarind and gargle with it twice a day. The bark and dry leaves of tamarind can also be used.

4) Boil some plain tea leaves and drink it in small sips.

5) The juice that the bark of mango secrets is also useful for curing sore throat. Put a tablespoon of the extracts of the bark of a mango tree and gargle with it.

6) Bishop weed and fenugreeks seeds are also very effective. Add a table spoon of bishop weed and a pinch of salt in lukewarm water and gargle with it. Instead of bishop weed you can also use fenugreek seeds. Take a teaspoon of fenugreek seeds and add it to 00ml of water and let it boil. When the water turns light yellow turn it off and let it cool to moderate and gargle with it.

7) Spice up your food with ginger, black pepper and garlic.

8) Honey is also useful and helps to cure sore throat. Add a teaspoon of honey to a glass of lukewarm water and one lemon and sip it. Or you can cut the lemon into two, put some salt and pepper on the surface of the lemon press it so that the salt and pepper seeps into the lemon and heat it a little. And lick it pressing the juice. Do it 2-3 times a day.

9) Increase the amount of liquid intakes. Drink lots of water.

10) Chew some garlic or ginger.

If the sore throat persists, consult a physician immediately.

Herbal Home Remedies for Dark Circles Under the Eyes

Dark circles under the eyes are most commonly caused by lack of sleep,
poor nutrition, lack of exercise and too much exposure to sunlight.
There are many ways to cover up dark circles.. However, you can actually get rid
of these dark circles completely rather than just covering them up by using
herbal remedies.

What Causes Dark Circles Around the Eyes?

Discolorations under the eyes affect most of us at some point during our life.
Some people experience dark circles chronically, while others only seem to get
them if they haven't had adequate sleep the night before. So what causes this
discoloration under the eyes anyway? Here are a few reasons puffy bags and dark
circles persist:

Age – We all know that aging reveals itself mainly through the
appearance of our skin. aging causes dark circles under eyes Wrinkles and dark
circles, particularly around the eyes, are common signs of aging skin.

Genetics – Don't you just love those hand-me-down genetic gifts
from your parents? Not only do we inherit the good qualities from our
biological parents, we also inherit the not-so-attractive qualities too. Chances
are if your mother or father have thin skin under their eyes, you will be lucky
enough to receive this genetic gift also.
Unfortunately, if your raccoon eyes are genetic"raccoon eyes"
are inherited, there's not much you can do to make them completely
disappear.

Illness or Allergies – If you're recovering from an illness, or
you're experiencing seasonal allergies, you probably already know
that dark circles come with the territory. The good news is that most of the
time once your sickness or allergies have passed, your dark circles will also
disappear.

Inadequate Sleep, Poor Diet, and Stress – If you're not sleeping for about 8
hours every night, you're going to notice bags under your eyes. It's pretty much
unavoidable. In addition, if you're eating a inadequate sleep causes dark
circlespoor diet that is not rich in nutrients from each of the food groups, you
will also experience dark circles under your eyes. Similarly, if you're under a
great deal of stress with work, school, or family life, your eyes will tell all
with puffiness and dark circles.

Here are some tips to ban those horrid dark circles under your eyes...

Tip #1: Beauty Sleep It's not just for princesses. We've all had
those late nights and early mornings that result in dark circles and
puffy bags under our eyes. That's one of the reasons why adequate
sleep is so important, and perhaps why they call it "beauty
sleep". reduce dark circles by getting adequate sleep

Tip #2: Eat a Healthy Diet This means that overall, your diet should
consist of vitamins and minerals from each of the food groups. This is
not to say that you cannot indulge once in a while on sweets or greasy
fast food, but overall your diet should be healthy. You know the saying "You are
what you eat"? This is true for your skin, and
particularly for the sensitive, delicate parts of your skin around the
eyes. If reduce dark circles by eating healthyyour diet consists
primarily of junk food, this will be apparent in the quality of your
skin's health, and you will also be more likely to experience dark
circles and puffy eyes.

Tip #3: Hydrate
Did you know that dehydration is one of the most common reasons for dark
circles? It's true – we don't drink nearly as much water as
we should. reduce dark circles by drinking waterInstead, we drink
specialty coffees, sugary sodas, and fancy cocktails that do not hydrate our
bodies sufficiently and instead have the opposite effect and dehydrate us.
Drinking water improves the circulation of the blood in your body, which can
help with dark circles and bags under the eyes, where the skin is so easily
disturbed.

Tip #4: Reduce Your Stress Levels Stress is an inevitable component of life. We
all experience stress in some form or another. Since stress is inescapable, and
takes a toll on your skin, making your eyes appear tired and lifeless, try
managing your stress levels with some natural techniques reduce dark circles by
reducing your stress levelssuch as meditation or yoga. Physical activity of any
kind also helps to reduce stress levels,

- Remember that when you dehydrate your body, it shows on your skin.
Drink at least eight to 10 glasses of water everyday.

- They don't call it beauty sleep for nothing. Make sure that you get
adequate sleep for a minimum seven to eight hours of sleep daily.

Follow a diet that is rich in fruits and vegetables — junk and
processed foods have artificial colours that are not exactly great for
your skin. Fresh fruit juices also cleanse your body and reduce dark
circles.

- Excessive smoking and drinking also cause dark circles, cut down on
these habits.

- If you're under a lot of stress, it'll show on your face. Opt for
breathing exercises or meditation.

- A great home remedy to get rid of dark circles is to apply a paste of haldi
and pineapple juice under your eyes.

- Massaging almond oil under your eyes is among the best ways to remove dark
circles. Do it daily for about 15 to 20 minutes and you'll get to see quick
results.

- Another effective remedy is to make a paste of equal amounts of lemon juice
and tomato juice and apply it under your eyes for a few minutes.

- Have some rose water at home? Dab it with cotton to your eyes and bid adieu to
dark circles.

- Pudina juice is another effective remedy because it cools your eyes as well as
gets rid of dark circles.

If you've tried all of the above natural tips to reduce the
appearance of dark circles and puffy bags under your eyes without much
luck, you may unfortunately just be prone to developing discoloration in the eye
region.

 In case you tried this, you could really benefit from advice from expert ayurveda panel.
Mail us at info@ayurwellness.in

Health effects of Neem 3

It is reported that neem will help in fighting chronic fatigue.

For headaches neem powder should be applied to the forehead, neem oil should also work in combating headaches when used the same way.

The inflammation, pain and swelling of the joints associated with arthritis can be greatly relieved with the use of neem. Neem changes the immune systems response to arthritis and can halt the progress of this disease.

For centuries neem has been used to reduce tumors. Clinical research has shown remarkable effects in the reduction of tumors and cancers and also in treating leukemia.

Neem is highly effective in treating gastritis, indigestion and heartburn.

Blood disorders such as blood poisoning, kidney problems and poor circulation have been benefited by the use of neem.

With all of the countless medicinal benefits that are already provided with the use of neem, it is also being studied very closely for a treatment for AIDS, cancer, allergies, diabetes and both male and female forms of birth control!

Neem oil should be stored in a cool dark place, if the oil solidifies it can be placed in warm water to bring back to liquid form

Health Effects of Neem 1

The Neem tree is a fast growing evergreen that is native to Pakistan, India, Bangladesh and Myanmar. This amazing tree is claimed to treat forty different diseases. All the parts of the tree is used for treating illness, the leaves, fruit, seeds and even the bark all contain medicinal properties.

The use of neem as a medicinal herb dates back over 5,000 years. Today it’s benefits have been proven by scientific research and clinical trials. And, although few of us have access to a neem tree, it can be purchased in the form of oil, powder and pills.

To give you an idea of the healing powers of the neem tree, here are a few names that the people of India have given it, “Divine Tree”, “Village Pharmacy”, “Heal All” and “Nature’s Drugstore”. With the almost ending list of uses for neem, I think it could be called, ” The Tree of Life”!

In treating diabetes, neem has been found to actually reduce the insulin requirements by as much as 50% without altering the blood glucose levels. Take 3 to 5 drops internally each day.

Neem cleanses the blood, stimulates antibody protection and strengthens the immune system which improves the bodies resistance to many diseases.

Used as a mouth wash it treats infections, mouth ulcers, bleeding sore gums and will even help prevent tooth decay!

For pink eye the juice of neem leaves can be used as eye drops, warm 5-10 ml and apply several drops.

To treat jaundice, mix 30 ml of neem juice with 15 ml of honey, take on an empty stomach for seven days.

If you suffer from burning sensations and excessive sweating, add 5 to 10 drops of neem oil in a glass of milk before going to bed.

Proclaimed the best product available in treating psoriasis, 2 capsules should be taken three times daily after meals with a glass of water.

Another way to treat psoriasis as well as eczema, skin ulcers, fungal conditions, cold sores and athletes foot, is to mix 1 tablespoon neem oil and 4 ounces of olive oil. This should be applied at least twice daily to the affected areas.

For acne problems take 2 capsules twice daily, you will start to see results within a few days.

To remove moles and warts, one drop of undiluted neem oil should be directly to the mole or wart and then covered with a small bandage. The procedure should be repeated daily using fresh oil and clean bandage.

Health benefits of Cucumber

1. Cucumbers contain most of the vitamins you need every day, just one cucumber contains Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Folic Acid, Vitamin C,Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium and Zinc.

2. Feeling tired in the afternoon, put down the caffeinated soda and pick up a cucumber. Cucumbers are a good source of B Vitamins and Carbohydrates that can provide that quick pick-me-up that can last for hours.

3. Tired of your bathroom mirror fogging up after a shower? Try rubbing a cucumber slice along the mirror, it will eliminate the fog and provide a soothing, spa-like fragrance.

4. Are grubs and slugs ruining your planting beds? Place a few slices in a small pie tin And your garden will be free of pests all season long. The chemicals in the cucumber React with the aluminium to give off a scent undetectable to humans but drive garden pests crazy and make them flee the area.

5 Looking for a fast and easy way to remove cellulite before going out or to the pool? Try rubbing a slice or two of cucumbers along your problem area for a few minutes, the phytochemicals in the cucumber cause the collagen in your skin to tighten, firming up the outer layer and reducing the visibility of cellulite. Works great on wrinkles too!!!

6.. Want to avoid a hangover or terrible headache? Eat a few cucumber slices before going to bed and wake up refreshed and headache free. Cucumbers contain enough sugar, B vitamins and electrolytes to replenish essential nutrients the body lost, keeping everything in equilibrium, avoiding both a hangover and headache!!

7. Looking to fight off that afternoon or evening snacking binge? Cucumbers have been Used for centuries and often used by European trappers, traders and explores for quick Meals to thwart off starvation.

8. Have an important meeting or job interview and you realize that you don't have Enough time to polish your shoes? Rub a freshly cut cucumber over the shoe, its Chemicals will provide a quick and durable shine that not only looks great but also Repels water.


9. Out of WD 40 and need to fix a squeaky hinge? Take a cucumber slice and rub it along the problematic hinge, and voila, the squeak is gone!

10. Stressed out and don't have time for massage, facial or visit to the spa? Cut up an entire cucumber and place it in a boiling pot of water, the chemicals and nutrients from the cucumber with react with the boiling water and be released in the steam, Creating a soothing, relaxing aroma that has been shown the reduce stress in new Mothers and college students during final exams.

11. Just finish a business lunch and realize you don't have gum or mints? Take a
Slice of cucumber and press it to the roof of your mouth with your tongue for 30 seconds To eliminate bad breath, the phytochemcials will kill the bacteria in your mouth Responsible for causing bad breath.

12. Looking for a 'green' way to clean your faucets, sinks or stainless steel? Take a Slice of cucumber and rub it on the surface you want to clean, not only will it remove Years of tarnish and bring back the shine, but is won't leave streaks and won't harm Your fingers or fingernails while you clean.

13. Using a pen and made a mistake? Take the outside of the cucumber and slowly Use it to erase the pen writing, also works great on crayons and markers that the kids Have used to decorate the walls!!

Treat Premature Greying of hair with Ayurveda

That little strand of grey hair peeking out from beneath your lustrous black mane can often be a source for alarm bells to go off in your head. I’m so young; I can’t be ageing. Unfortunately in today’s world of unavoidable stress, pollution and junk food, your hair ages faster than you do.

A chemical called melanin helps produce the colour of hair. As a person ages, the pigment inside the hair follicle dies. The result is less melanin in the hair, giving it a grey or white appearance. Usually the first grey hairs appear near temples and then spreads to the crown and then to the back of the head. According to Ayurveda, our hair is a by-product of bone formation and the tissue responsible for building bones is also responsible for the growth of hair. Early hair loss is related to body type and the balance of the mind-body constitution (doshas). Of course this premature ageing is a combination of various factors like lifestyle, genetic makeup or a medical condition. Increased intake of fried, sour, spicy, salty, and fermented foods, as well as tea and coffee, aggravate the Pitta Dosha (Ayurvedic humor representing Fire) in the body. People who have excess Pitta in their body are likely to lose their hair early in life, or have premature grey hair.

This Pitta accumulates in the skin of the scalp, leading to hair falling out and greying prematurely. Factors like excessive anger and stress are also responsible. So your job could effectively be contributing to your dilemma. Excessive consumption of alcohol and meat also aggravate Pitta. Lack of Vitamins, iron, iodine and copper in the daily diet, an unclean scalp, using hair dyes in the initial stages of graying or factory made hair oils, also contribute to the problem. For you ladies, try and stay away from those hair dryers. Diseases like chronic constipation, anemia, sinusitis, chronic cold can aggravate the condition.

A combination of diet, herbs, oil massage, meditation, aromatherapy, breathing and yoga can be beneficial in addressing the problem of hair loss and premature greying of hair. Avoid Pitta-aggravating foods like spicy, heavy, and oily foods, as well as tea and coffee, refined foods, refined sugar, junk food, and alcoholic and carbonated drinks. Increase intake of fresh fruits, green leafy vegetables, curry leaves and vegetable juice prepared from lettuce, carrot, capsicum, and alfalfa. For external application, stick to natural herbal oils and shampoos. Amla or the Indian gooseberry is an excellent tonic for premature greying of hair.

Some medicated hair oils for premature greying of hair are:

NeeliBhringamalakaTailam, BhringarajTailam, Brahmi Amla KeshaTailam. Shad BinduTailam is used for inhalation (Nasya) once daily for 1 to 2 months. 5-10gm of TriphalaChurna taken at bedtime with milk or water over a long period, can prove very effective in curing premature greying of hair.

Treat Migraine yourself

About two thirds of migraine sufferers cannot function at a normal level when they get a migraine attack. You should see a doctor if your headaches interfere with work or family life, if headaches are getting worse, or if you take medication on a daily basis for headache.
Below are 10 simple solutions to ease your migraine pain, but are not intended as substitutes for the advice of a doctor.


1 Get a good night's sleep. Changes in sleep patterns, changing shifts, and jet lag can trigger migraines. Try to maintain a regular schedule and get up and go to bed at the same time every s

2 Lie down, put an ice pack wrapped in a towel or a cold compress on your throbbing head to soothe swollen, pulsing blood vessels until the pain subsides.

3 If you don't want to put a cold compress on your head to relieve the pain, soak one or both of your hands in ice water for as long as you can tolerate it. While your hands are in the water, ball them into fists and open and close them repeatedly. It can have the same effect as a compress on your heart

5 Keep the room dark. Light sometimes aggravates migraine symptoms, lie down in a dark room.

6 Do not skip meals. Skipping meals can trigger a migraine attack. If you can, eat smaller meals throughout the day or be sure to eat three meals.

7 Take note of what you eat. Certain foods triggers a migraine attack in about ten percent of migraine sufferers. It can take from 30 minutes to 12 hours for a food to cause a reaction. If you get a migraine, think back to what you ate in that time frame and try eliminating some of those foods from your diet.

8 Take riboflavin. Studies have shown that taking 400 milligrams a day of riboflavin can help eliminate migraines.

9 Spice it up. The hot ingredient in red pepper, capsaicin, is a terrific painkiller and may help those who have migraines feel better during an attack. You do not need to include red pepper in all your meals. You can buy cayenne pepper capsules in health food stores.

10 Try not to sleep late on weekends. Though it might seem like a reward to relax and sleep in, giving yourself that letdown after stress is a common trigger. Waking up late can also trigger a migraine by changing your normal sleep pattern and may cause you to miss breakfast which also triggers a migraine. If you really must sleep late on the weekends, try sleeping with a tiny bit of your window open to let air in.

11 If you're prone to vomiting during migraines, keep a can of Campbell's Chicken Broth upside down in your refrigerator. Really. After you're finished in the bathroom, take out the can, turn it right-side up, open, pour out the broth (leave the fat stuck to the top), and drink it once you're able. Replaces needed electrolytes, etc., helps relieve the weakness and general malaise. Don't know why Campbell's works better than any other brand, but it does.

12 Sometimes a bath helps. Take a bath in your bathroom with the lights off. Soak yourself face down (don't forget to come up for air) and just try and relax your body.

13 In some cases, low levels of the hormone progesterone appear to increase the frequency and severity of migraines. If you are a woman, and your migraines occur more often in the 2 weeks before menses, be suspicious and ask your doctor to check your progesterone levels (note: many doctors are unaware of this link, but if your levels are found to be low, they may be willing to prescribe supplementation). Progesterone is safe enough to be sold without prescription (Progest cream is a good brand), and it's worth a try, but some migraine sufferers require a higher dose than the non-prescription cream can provide. There are even occasional reports that a much smaller dose of progesterone can help relieve migraines in men (no studies done, though). More information on progesterone supplementation can be found at How to Get Through PMS. WARNING: Provera is NOT the same as natural progesterone and has been known to INCREASE migraine symptoms; if you are going to try progesterone make sure it IS progesterone (Progest, Prometrium, or compounded progesterone are; Provera, medroxyprogesterone, or birth control pills are NOT).

14 Use acupressure to momentarily relieve pain; tap three times on your temple, your shoulder and then the inside of your wrist. Repeat

Pumpkin Wonder: It is the best fruit to rejuvenate dull skin

Pumpkin isn't restricted as a prop for Halloween. Here's how pumpkin can work wonders for your skin

How many of us would have thought that pumpkin can have great beauty benefits? All that comes to our mind when we think about a pumpkin is holiday decorations, pies, scary Jack-o'-lanterns. But hold on, because it has great nutritional value and is a great beauty product. It offers vitamins, minerals, fibre and the all-important antioxidant that our body needs to stay healthy and young. And since winters can play nasty tricks on your skin, pumpkins are a great way to keep your skin supple and soft as always.

Pumpkin makes for a great moisturiser and exfoliating masks depending upon the ingredients you use. The enzymes in it give you a younger look and the natural alpha-hydroxy acids in pumpkin helps to remove cells to reveal younger, fresher skin. In fact, a lot of face products in the market use pumpkin as their main ingredient. Pumpkin nourishes tired or dry skin instantly giving you a healthy glow anytime your skin needs a much-needed boost! Pumpkin peels can also help when you are having one of those dreaded breakouts and acne problems. The nutrients can help soothe and reduce inflammation naturally, helping skin recover from acne-related damage.

Exfoliating mask
You will need:
8 ounces cooked (cooled) pumpkin
12 finely chopped almonds
¼ cup honey
1/8 teaspoon olive oil

You will have to blend the all these for a smoother effect. Leave the mixture on your skin for about 5 minutes and rinse with luke warm water. You will feel the difference immediately.

Make your own home facial
The natural healing properties of pumpkin can be a great treat for your skin especially in winters. Here are few tips on how to make your own home facial. You will need:
2 teaspoons canned pumpkin
½ teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon milk
¼ teaspoon cinnamon spice

All you have to do is to mix these ingredients together into a paste and apply directly onto your skin. Let the paste dry for about 15 minutes and rinse it with water.

10 foods that help prevent acne

Watermelon is very useful for removing blemishes on the skin. It is rich in vitamins A, B and C and keeps the skin fresh, radiant and hydrated. It also prevents eruption of acne and remove scars and marks of acne.

Olive oil lotion absorbs into skin without clogging pores, allowing skin to breathe which in turn help prevent acne.

Lemon juice helps in eliminating acid waste and cleansing the liver with citric acid and building up enzymes to eliminate blood toxins. It also flushes out pores and keeps your skin feeling fresh and bright.

Eating a balanced diet is the best way to have a healthy skin. Low-fat dairy product consists of vitamin A, which is one of the most important components of healthy skin.

Raspberries are a healthy as they are loaded with vitamins, antioxidants and fiber. These are rich in phytochemicals that are protective of skin.

Yogurt has antifungal and antibacterial qualities, so it is useful for cleansing the skin and unblocking clogged pores.

Eating walnuts regularly help to improve the smoothness and softness of the skin. Walnuts oils contain linoleic acid, which helps to maintain the skin’s structure, keeping it watertight and well hydrated.

Dietary selenium comes from nuts, cereals etc. Some studies show that even skin damaged by the sun may suffer fewer consequences if selenium levels are high.

Apples contain lots of pectin and it is the enemy of the acne. So, remember to eat the skin too as pectin is mostly concentrated there.

Water carries nutrition and oxygen to your internal body, keeping organs nourished, vital, and fit to fight acne.