SOME HEALTH TIPS

1) PUTTING A TUMS PILL ON A PAINFUL MOUTH ULCER, WILL CAUSE IT TO GO AWAY IN A MATTER OF HOURS.

2) YOU CAN SHRINK A PIMPLE IN A MATTER OF MINUTES BY PUTTING A DAB OF LISTERINE ON IT. THE ALCOHOL WILL DRY IT UP AND CAUSE IT TO FADE.

3)CHEWING THE SAME FLAVOUR GUM WHILE TAKING A TEST AS YOU DID WHILE STUDYING WILL IMPROVE YOUR MEMORY.

4) 15 MINUTES OF LAUGHTER AS THE SAME HEALTH BENEFITS AS 30 MINUTES OF SIT-UPS.

4) COLD CURE-MIX A TEASPOON OF RAW HONEY WITH A1/4 TEASPOON OF CINNAMON POWDER, TO KNOCK OUT A COLD WITHIN A DAY OR TWO. BOTH THESE INGREDIENTS ARE ANTI-VIRAL, ANTI-BACTERIAL. THEY'LL ALSO HELP WITH BLADDER OR KIDNEY INFECTIONS, REDUCING SUGAR LEVELS, BLOOD PRESSURE AND CAN BE A PAIN RELIEVER FOR ARTHRITIS.

5) SMILING NATURALLY, LIFTS THE MUSCLES IN THE FACE AND SLOWS DOWN THE RATE AT WHICH WE AGE.

6)TEETH WHITENER- MASH A STRAWBERRY WITH 1/2 TEASPOON OF BAKING SODA TO MAKE A PASTE. SPREAD THE MIXTURE ON YOUR TEETH AND LET IT SIT FOR 5 MINUTES. THEN BRUSH YOUR TEETH WITH REGULAR TOOTH PASTE. STRAWBERRIES CONTAIN AN ENZYME CALLED MALIC ACID WHICH REMOVES THE STAIN FROM TEETH.

7) FACE MASK FOR OILY SKIN- MASH A BANANA WITH A TEASPOON OF HONEY AND FEW DROPS OF LEMON JUICE. APPLY ON YOUR FACE AND WASH AFTER 15 MINUTES .

this is only for your information, kindly take the advice of your doctor for medicines, exercises and so on.

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 Brush Your Tongue in Addition to Your Teeth We all learn the benefits of brushing our teeth every day to help prevent tooth decay and gum disease, but you may overlook brushing your tongue. The back of your tongue is a breeding ground for germs, and taking just a minute to give it a gentle once over with your toothbrush after you've cleaned your teeth could help remove all sorts of plaque causing nasty and lingering food particles. It will also leave you with much fresher breath.
 Stretch When You Get Out of Bed
For many of us, stretching is a natural, involuntary reaction on some mornings, but it should be something you add to your daily routine regardless. After hours lying still, you muscles need to start pumping again. It takes no more than 20 seconds to have a good stretch - extend your arms above your head, raise on to your toes and keep your body as straight as you can. You should feel the benefits pretty much straight away.
 Leave Your Shoes At the Door
Many people consider it polite to remove your shoes and leave them in the hallway when you enter a home, but there are plenty of us who traipse around our own house with them on before taking them off later.  Try to get into the habit of leaving your shoes by the door. It's a logical tip - your shoes carry bacteria (hence the odor), dirt, lawn chemicals and allergens that you don't want to be spreading around the house.
 Take a Break From Your Screen
Nothing puts more strain on your vision than staring at a computer screen for much of the day. If you are on your computer for a good number of hours over the course of a day, give your eyes a break by following the '20-20-20' rule. For every 20 minutes you are staring at the screen, turn your head and stare at something 20 feet (6 meters) away for 20 seconds. Your vision is too important to be be messed with - protect your eyes and the technique will help you maintain your concentration levels for longer too.
 Microwave Your Kitchen Sponge
If you were asked to name the place in your house that's most likely to be full of germs, you are likely to point to your toilet seat or front door mat. However, research has shown that the kitchen sponge is often the most bacteria-ridden item in your home. It is likely to be used on all sorts of grime and spills, and the chances are that it will also come into contact with raw meat at some point too. You should change the sponge regularly, but in the mean time, zap your sponge in the microwave for 30 seconds every day to kill unwanted germs.
Healthy drink not just plain Water
Many people don't drink the recommended daily amount of water every day because they find a glass of plain old H2O a little boring. It takes less than a minute to grab a piece of fruit or a vegetable and chop off a slice to liven it up. Infuse your water with whatever you like - orange, lemon, cucumber, kiwi, strawberries and peach are all good options and will also help quash your cravings for sugary, fruit drinks. Try to get into the habit of preparing and drinking a glass of infused water every two hours and keep yourself hydrated, while also benefiting from some of the goodness the infusions offer.
 Manage Your Sneezes

When you have a cold, chances are that you will carry tissues around with you and sneeze into them. However, the reality is that we all sneeze pretty much every day, regardless of whether we are sick or not. Protect both your own health and the well being of others by sneezing into the bend of your elbow if you don't have a tissue on hand. Importantly, this ensures that you don't use your hands, which are likely to be unclean and spread germs. Even better, carry a small bottle of hand sanitizer in your bag or pocket at all times and use it after sneezing.
 Focus on Your Breathing
Anxiety not only causes great distress at the time, but it also has a negative effect on your overall health. However, focusing on your breathing is a quick and easy way you can alleviate stress and ease your mind. Next time you are feeling anxious, take a minute to breathe slowly and deeply to help dispel the negative emotions, refresh your mind and lower your blood pressure.
 Drink Your Milk
If you eat healthy cereals, then you need to be aware that up to 40% of the nutrients contained with in them dissolve when you add milk. This means that you have to drink the leftover milk in order to benefit from the complete nutritional boost that the likes of Muesli and grain-based cereals provide.
 Recite the Alphabet as You Wash Your Hands
This may sound like common sense, but although one of the earliest lessons we we are taught in childhood is to 'always wash your hands', it's easy to slip out of the habit.  Most of us will give them a quick blast under the tap after we use the toilet or handle food, but we should also wash them when we return from any public place or the outdoors - especially during flu season, when germs are lurking on door handles and surfaces. You also need to wash them properly - scrubbing them for at least 20 seconds in soap. Reciting the alphabet as you wash them is one way you can make sure you do a sufficient job.
 Hug a Friend or Family Member
Hugs are not just ways of showing affection or greeting a loved one, they are also healthy for you. There have been a number of studies that have proven the health benefits of regularly cuddling, and they have been found to be an effective stress reliever and a way to lower blood pressure. It only takes a few seconds, and you will be sharing the health benefits with the other person too (although in most situations, it's probably best not to hug complete strangers!)

SOME TIPS TO FEEL HEALTHY

Life can begin at 50/60/70/80/90 or older, It is all in your hands and minds!  Many people feel unhappy, health-wise and security-wise, after 50/60 years of age owing to the diminishing importance given to them and their opinions. But it need not be so, if only we understand the basic principles of life and follow them scrupulously. Here are ten points to age gracefully, make life after retirement pleasant, enjoy and treasure the elders years of wisdom and intelligence at its best.  1. Never say ‘I am aged':  There are three ages, chronological, biological, and psychological. The first is calculated based on our date of birth; the second is determined by the health conditions and the third is how old you feel you are. While we don't have control over the first, we can take care of our health with good diet, exercise and a cheerful attitude. A positive attitude and optimistic thinking can reverse the third age.  2. Health is wealth:  Taking care of yourself and your health should be your priority. Thus, you will not be a burden to anyone. Have an annual health check-up and take the prescribed medicines regularly. Do take health insurance cover.  3. Money is important:  Money is essential for meeting the basic necessities of life! , keeping good health and earning family respect and security. Don't spend beyond your means even for your children. You have lived for them all through and it is time you enjoyed a harmonious life with your spouse. If your children are grateful and they take care of you, you are blessed. But never take it for granted.  4. Relaxation and recreation:  The most relaxing and recreating forces are a healthy religious attitude, good sleep, music and laughter. Have faith in God, learn to sleep well, love good music and see the funny side of life.  5. Time is precious:  It is almost like holding a horse's reins. When they are in your hands, you can control them. Imagine that every day you are born again. Yesterday is a cancelled cheque. Tomorrow is a promissory note. Today is ready cash — use it profitably. Live this moment.  6. Change is the only permanent thing:  We should accept change — it is inevitable. The only way to make sense out of change is to join the dance. Change has brought about many pleasant things. We should be happy that our children are blessed.  7. Enlightened selfishness:  All of us are basically selfish. Whatever we do, we expect something in return. We should definitely be grateful to those who stood by us. But our focus should be on the internal satisfaction and happiness we derive by doing good to others, without expecting anything in return.  8. Forget and forgive:  Don't be bothered too much about others' mistakes. We are not spiritual enough to show our other cheek when we are slapped in one. But for the sake of our own health and happiness, let us forgive and forget them. Otherwise, we will be only increasing our BP.  9. Everything has a reason. A purpose:  Take life as it comes. Accept yourself as you are and also accept others for what they are. Everybody is unique and right in his own way.  10. Overcome the fear of death:  We all know that one day we have to leave this world. Still we are afraid of death. We think that our spouse and children will be unable to withstand our loss. But the truth is no one is going to die for you; they may be depressed for some time. Time heals everything and they will carry on.

Regardless How Far The Journey Is OR How Capable We Are, We Do Our Best To Reach Our Goal. This Is Perseverance At Its Best .... Anonymous

HORSE GRAM SOUP

INGREDIENTS

horse gram 1 1/2 tbsp wash well, soak in water for 30 minutes
tomato  1 big
sambar onion preferably 6-8 or onion 1 small
pepper pdr 1/2- 1 tsp
cumin 1 tsp
salt to taste
garlic pearls  3-4
oil 1 tsp
curry leaves few
coriander leaves chopped 1 tbsp
water 3-4 cups
hing little
turmeric pdr 1/4 tsp

METHOD

grind together horse gram, onion, tomato, garlic to a fine paste.
heat a heavy pan, heat oil, add cumin, once it crackles, add hing, turmeric pdr, curry leaves finely chopped
then add ground paste, fry well on low flame, add salt & water, let it boil well, then simmer for 10-15 minutes, if too thick, add some more water to make it as a thin soup consistency, adding chopped coriander leaves.

drink this as hot as possible 3 times a day, your cough will get better in a day ! I tried it so can vouch for it, without taking any cough syrup.

Thanks to my maid for this recipe, I made slight variation from what she said, but it worked. 

If you incorporate horse gram daily in your diet, you'll lose weight, have a nice shiny skin & be strong like a horse ! For other health benefits see my previous post.

horse gram, soup, onion, pepper pdr., salt, cumin, Garlic, curry leaves, fresh coriander leaves, water, hing, Turmeric (haldi), Coughs, Health Tip, 

7 DONT'S AFTER A MEAL

7 "Don’ts" After a Meal

1.   Don't Smoke:  Experiment from experts proves that smoking a cigarette after meal is comparable to smoking 10  cigarettes (chances of cancer are higher).

2.   Don't Eat Fruits Immediately:  Eating fruits immediately after meals will cause the stomach to bloat with air.  Therefore take fruit 1 to 2 hrs after a meal or 1hr before meal.  

3.   Don't Drink Tea   :  Because tea leaves contain a high content of acid. This substance will cause the Protein content in the food we consume to be hardened thus difficult to digest.

4.   Don't Loosen Your Belt   :  Loosening the belt after a meal will easily cause the intestine to be twisted & blocked.

5.   Don't bathe   :  Bathing will cause the increase of blood flow to the hands, legs & body. This will decrease  the amount of blood around the stomach and weaken the digestive system in our stomach.

6.   Don't walk about   :  People say that after a meal walk a 100 steps and you will live till 99. In actual fact this is not true. Walking will not allow the digestive system to absorb the nutrition from the food we take in.

7.   Don't Sleep Immediately   :  The food intake will not be digested properly and will therefore lead to gastric problems and infection in our intestine.

Health & general tips

Nails- if your nails break easily, massage them with warm olive oil before going to bed.

Shoe Polish- if the polish dries, no problem, add a few drips of olive oil to soften it. it'll be as good as new !

Perfume-  apply perfume at least 20 minutes before you leave for an outing & not just before you leave the house. That way, it'll have time to be absorbed in your body.

Grater- brush a little oil over your grater before grating cheese. it will be easier to clean.

Wrinkles, pimples, black-heads, dry skin- apply a paste of fenugreek leaves ( methi) every night & wash it off with warm water in the morning.

Eyebrow pencil- put them in the fridge overnight, it will sharpen more easily.

Hair- sprinkle a little cologne on your hairbrush for the scent to linger in your hair.

Puffiness under the eyes- to reduce puffiness, when you get up in the morning, cover them with pads dipped in a mixture of one pint of hot water & one tablespoon of salt.

Health Tip To Prevent Eczema Flares

Eczema is a chronic condition that makes the skin red, dry and itchy.


Some suggestions how to prevent flares of eczema:

• Stay away from irritants such as harsh soaps, detergents, gasoline and cleaning solutions.
• Wear clothing made of cotton, and avoid wool and synthetic fabrics that can irritate the skin.
• Take short, lukewarm baths or showers and wash with a mild cleanser. Avoid hot water.
• Pat skin dry after a bath or shower and immediately apply moisturizer.
• Make sure you moisturize your skin every day. Avoid scratching your skin.
• Avoid getting very sweaty or overheating.
• Find ways to control stress.