Amazing uses of Honey

Not only bear loves honey, babies also love it, as most kids' medicines have honey in them ! It is soothing when you cough, as most cough meds have honey too. But honey helps from weight loss to beauty masks !

Acne is a sign that our facial skin has a lot of impurities that it cannot handle. All you have to do is dab some honey on the spots and leave it for a minimum of 20 minutes. Repeat this at least twice every week for a month and see how your skin clears up!

Face mask-  In fact, make it a habit to use honey not only as a face mask but also a face wash. Every day – once you wake up and before bed – splash your face with cool water. Spread on honey like a face wash, let it work its charm for a couple of minutes and wash it away with lukewarm water. You will soon start seeing the marvellous results. Also, since honey tightens pores, it will not only make your skin look younger but will reduce acne and blackheads.

Soft and lustrous hair-  If regular massages with coconut oil aren’t helping your hair, then the addition of honey is a must-try! Next time, mix equal proportions of honey and coconut oil and apply on damp hair. Keep it for about 15 minutes before washing it off. Your hair will be softer without any spa treatments!

Moisturises skin-  Honey moisturises not just your hair but your skin too! Wash your hands and feet thoroughly before applying a thin layer of it and keep it so for about half an hour. It will feel sticky, and your movements might be restricted but the result will be worth it. Wash away with lukewarm water and follow this regime once every day.

Chapped lips- Instead of chemical lip balm, apply a thin layer of honey every day and see the result .

Home-made wax-  Mix equal portions of honey and sugar (about two tablespoons will be a good start) and squeeze a few drops of lemon in it. Heat this mixture in the microwave or on the stove and you have your wax! You know the drill, apply a thin layer on unwanted hair, place the waxing strip carefully and pull!

Dark circles under the eyes- Apply a thick layer of honey mixed with little turmeric. Wait for 30 minutes, before washing with lukewarm water. 

Unwanted facial hair- Mix two tablespoons oatmeal with about the same amount of honey and massage this face pack on your skin. Wait for a while before washing with water. This is not an instant hair removal process and rather a long term solution. So you may have to be patient with the technique.

Cough syrup- I get severe bouts of cough due to my asthma. Tried various cough syrups without much relief. Now 2 tbsp each of honey, apple cider vinegar and water, mixed with 1/8 tsp of chili pdr and 1/4 tsp of dry ginger powder, mix well, store in a clean, dry container. Take 2 tsp. 2-3 times a day, or when you've your bouts of cough. It is sure to give you relief. Simple, cheap and sure remedy.

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Papaya Seeds, Peel, Fruit- Your Answer For All These Ailments

This fruit is available in all seasons and is super affordable for us all. Papaya is a superhero when it comes to its beneficial properties, be it for health or for beauty. Here are benefits that we feel you could reap:

Health Benefits

Protect Your Heart

Papaya is amazing for your cholesterol when it clogs and narrows your arteries. It is rich in vitamins B, C, E, beta-carotene and lycopene which in turn helps reduce the oxidation of cholesterol within your body's arteries. Increase the intake of this fruit and improve the blood flow to your heart. This will reduce the chances of heart attack and stroke! 

Digestion

Poor digestion? Then papaya is your answer. It has healing powers which take off the stress from your digestive system. This, in turn, helps you metabolise and break down foods faster. In Sri Lanka, this fruit is had for breakfast, a great way to start your morning perhaps.

Diabetes

Don't fret over the sugar content this fruit has! It is sweet but then it is the healthy sweet as one can call it. An amazing source of antioxidants, papaya is a practical and affordable choice for anyone seeking a guilt-free treat. 

Fight Cancer

Papaya is a nutrient-rich fruit, which is known to help protect the body's natural defence. It is super rich in antioxidants and it is combined with cancer-fighting lycopene and carotenoid called beta-cryptoxanthin, which has proven to protect against lung cancer.

Anti-Inflammatory

As coined by Christopher Columbus, papaya is the 'fruit of the angels' because of its amazing anti-inflammatory powers. The soothing properties in the fruit can help relieve pain from ailments like oedema, arthritis and osteoporosis.

Menstrual Irregularities

Have you been experiencing menstrual irregularities? Then papaya is your answer. It helps with the painful cramps and is delicious as well, so why not chomp on a bowl of fresh papaya?  

Flatten Your Stomach

Want to shed that extra layer on your tummy to fit into your favourite clothes? Then make friends with papaya dear ladies! This amazing fruit contains a super enzyme called papain which helps in promoting faster digestion and also relieves constipation. Just a cup is only 55 calories so there is nothing to lose right?

Eye Health

Just like carrots, papaya provides us with carotenoids. It is rich in beta-carotene, which makes it a fab way to help against age-related degeneration and cataracts.
 

Beauty Benefits

Glowing Skin

Papaya has special enzymes called papain which act as an exfoliation agent by breaking down the surface of the skin cells, lock in moisture, reduce pore size and keep the wrinkles at bay.

Anti-Ageing

Look no further ladies, this fruit is magic! How? It has an abundance of natural alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs), which helps makes the skin look brighter, plumper and smoother, and do not forget how affordable it is! Papaya hydrates the skin and increases the elasticity and suppleness.

Reduce Unwanted Hair

Papain enzyme from the peel of papaya can inhibit hair growth. All you have to do is rub the peel of unripe green papaya on the skin gently for a minute and let it be for good 20n minutes and rinse. You can repeat this every day provided you do not get any side effects. Do a patch test before you get on with it as herbal packs have a different effect on different skin types.

Exfoliate Dead Skin

Papain enzyme magically restores the even-toned look of your skin as it sheds the dead skin cells. Which is why you would notice that most scrubs have papaya in them.

Moisturising Dry Skin

Use the pulp of ripe papaya fruit which provides hydration and nutrition to the skin as it contains water, carbohydrate, and fat. To hydrate your skin, use the pulp of ripe papaya and not the unripe one. 

Heal Cuts & Burns

Now, this fruit has been extensively researched that too for its healing benefits. The papain enzyme also keeps the bacteria away and this prevents the scar from growing or getting bigger. All you have to do is rub the fresh fruit on the fresh wounds to promote a speedy recovery.

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6 Ways Besan Can Benefit Your Skin And Hair!

Gram Flour or Besan is  nothing but the crushed form of chickpeas which is loaded with nutrients like carbohydrate, fat, protein, and lots of energy. Besan is often used in many common Indian food items like pakoda, curry, fried foods etc. But do you know gram flour is amazing for your skin and hair as well? Yes, it is! From keeping your skin glowing & youthful to making your hair lustrous, Besan works like a magic. Have a look at the beauty benefits of this very ingredient.
Read on to know some of its most significant benefits.

1. Anti-tanning effects: If you have just come back from a holiday and are wondering how to get rid of the tan from your face, then try this. Mix a couple of spoons of besan with a few drops of lime, some yogurt and a pinch of turmeric powder. Leave it on your face for a while and wash it off to see your skin becoming glowing and radiant. In about a week’s time, your tan would be a thing of the past.
2. Decrease oily feeling: For people with oily or greasy skin, a simple face pack made by mixing gram flour with raw milk or yogurt applied for 20 minutes can do wonders. It can even be mixed with rose water and honey and used as a face pack. The residues and the dirt that oily skin tends to accumulate would be gone.
3. Anti-acne agent: While acne continues to remain one of the dreadful skin issues, the besan comes to the rescue here too. Mixed with sandalwood powder, milk and turmeric powder, besan can be used to fight pimples. Apply it on the skin and dry it off once it dries.
4. Anti-sagging effect: Whip up an egg white and add gram flour to it and apply it on the face for about 30 minutes. The skin will be firmer and will have a youthful glow.
5. For instant fairness: When you have a function coming up or have to go out and do not have time for a visit to the parlour, head to the kitchen. Take the besan flour and add orange peel powder if available or just add milk cream. Use circular motions to help it soak into the skin. When you wash it after about 20 to 30 minutes, the skin will be soft, supple, and flowing.
6. Controls unwanted hair: With regular use, besan mixed with  fenugreek seeds (methi) or sandalwood powder, lime, and milk cream helps control unwanted hair growth.

For those who remember, besan is the only cleaning agent used, which leaves them with soft, supple skin which is free of oiliness and unwanted hair.

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