For many, acne is troublesome and embarrassing. Severe acne can affect many facets of a person’s life, causing a great deal of embarrassment and stress. Severe acne may significantly limit one’s social life and even interfere with opportunities for employment. Furthermore, it has a tendency to decrease one's self-confidence. There are a lot of acne remedies that nature can offer, and these remedies are possibly safer and more effective than over-the-counter or prescription medications. Here are seven natural remedies for severe acne:
1) Apply a honey mask.
Honey is an effective cure to acne because it has antimicrobial and antiseptic properties. First, you have to wash your face and dry it afterwards with a clean towel. Make sure that any make-up is removed. Then, scoop out honey from the jar using your fingers. Rub the honey on your fingertips and gently apply it on your face evenly. Leave the honey on your face for about ten minutes. After that, you can rinse off the honey from your face with lukewarm water. Then, dry your face with a clean towel.
2) Use aloe vera.
One of the naturally proven remedies for acne is aloe vera. It reduces the swelling and soothes irritation that caused the pores to swell. Acne is caused by swollen pores and aloe vera can help ease the swelling and redness. Just break the leaf of the plant and extract the watery gel that comes out and gently apply it on your skin.
3) Eat zinc-rich foods.
Zinc is known as an antibacterial agent and is necessary to control the oil produced by the oil glands. According to surveys, people who have acne do not have a sufficient amount of zinc in their body. Zinc-rich foods include peanuts, pumpkin seeds (roasted), low-fat roast beef and lamb, oysters, dried watermelon seeds, and crabs.
4) Eat carrots.
Carrots are rich in Vitamin A, a vitamin which is known to strengthen our skin's protective tissues, thereby reducing acne. It is a powerful antioxidant that gets rid of the toxins from our body. It also controls the overproduction of sebum which is generally caused by increase in hormonal levels, especially in teenagers.
5) Eat foods which are high in fiber.
Another known reason for acne breakouts is indigestion. Eating high-fiber foods is one of the best ways that we can combat indigestion. Indigestion causes toxins to accumulate in our body, resulting in acne. Fiber-rich foods include fruits, vegetables, almonds, oatmeal, and whole wheat bread.
6) Try a brown sugar scrub.
Brown sugar adds moisture to the skin. It has Vitamin B which is an antioxidant that repairs skin damage. It does not only give or add moisture to your skin, but it also retains it. Once your face is damp, you can gently scrub brown sugar on your face. However, you must be careful not to overdo this treatment as it can cause overproduction of oil. Do this treatment two to three times a month.
7) Go make-up free.
Avoid wearing make-up as it can make your pores clogged and can cause blackheads and pimples. If there is really a need to wear make-up, use the water-based type.
Having am acne-free skin contributes to a more glowing and radiant you. Try the above-mentioned natural acne remedies to achieve clear, glowing skin.
To find out about a clinically proven, step-by-step system for permanently curing your acne and achieving lasting clear skin faster than you ever thought possible, click here!
Wednesday, 31 July 2013
Monday, 29 July 2013
Harvard Scientists Say Coffee Could Halve the Risk of Suicide
Harvard scientists say coffee could halve risk of suicide. A study spanning two decades and surveying 200,000 men and women suggests a protective effect of caffeine.
Drinking several cups of coffee a day could halve the risk of suicide in men and women, scientists from Harvard suggest
In a study published by the Word Journal of Biological Pyschiatry, researchers analysed the caffeine consumption of more than 200,000 people spanning a period of nearly 20 years.
They found that, for both men and women, those who took in 400mg of the stimulant a day – the equivalent of two to three cups of coffee – were statistically 50 per cent less likely to commit suicide. Read more
Friday, 26 July 2013
Walnuts Can Help Slow or Prevent Prostate Cancer Growth
A handful of walnuts every day can help to slow or prevent prostate cancer growth, according to a new study.
Nearly one-quarter of a million men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year, accounting for 30,000 deaths from this largely preventable disease. Some forms of prostate cancer are very aggressive, quickly metastasizing to remote area of the body, while other forms remain localized and grow slowly so they never threaten the life of the individual. Prior research studies have demonstrated that cancerous cell growth is promoted by a diet consisting largely of hydrogenated fats and excess sugar, as well exposure to household and environmental pollutants. Read more
Wednesday, 24 July 2013
Are You Hypoglycemic?
Margaret Durst describes the symptoms of hypoglycemia, and how to control the condition.
Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar is an issue that is actually common, particularly in women.
You may have hypoglycemia if:
-You crave sugar and/or caffeine in between meals
.-You eat compulsively when nervous or stressed.
-You are irritable before meals.
-You get shaky, weak, nauseous or light-headed between meals. Read more
Monday, 22 July 2013
Beware of Antiacid Drugs
Prolonged use of antiacid drugs can cause serious health problems, says David Brownstein,
MD.
MD.
Proton pump inhibiters (PPI’s) are widely prescribed antacid medications. Examples of PPI’s include: Prilosec, Nexium, Prevacid, Aciphex, and Protonix. In fact, in 2009, over 21 million U.S. adults were prescribed a PPI and sales of PPI’s grew to over $13 billion globally. PPI’s work by poisoning the stomach’s proton pump. The end result of PPI use is to inhibit stomach acid secretion.
PPI’s are only indicated for a short time period—generally a few weeks. Prolonged use of PPI’s are associated with a host of serious adverse effects including vitamin B12 deficiency and pernicious anemia, bone fractures, and C. difficile infections. Now we can add heart attacks to the list of problems PPI’s cause. Read more
Friday, 19 July 2013
9 Facts About Gluten
Should you consider eliminating gluten from your diet? Edward Group lists nine facts about gluten to help you make your decision.
Gluten sensitivities and gluten intolerance are on the rise, making gluten a very popular topic. Because it’s a subject with many facets, here are 9 facts for you to consider to make a sound, rational decision as to whether you should monitor, or possibly eliminate gluten from your diet. Read more
Wednesday, 17 July 2013
The Ojibwa Medicine Man’s Secret Formula
Margaret Durst discusses the healing powers of Essiac against cancer.
Essiac is an herbal recipe with an interesting history. It is a combination of herbs that includes burdock root, slippery elm, sheep sorrel and rhubarb root. This formula has been used clinically to treat cancer.
In the 1890’s, the recipe was given to a Canadian nurse named Rene Caisse by a patient who had gotten it from an Ojibwa medicine man. “Essiac” is Caisse spelled backwards. Over the next eighty years, the formula was used in various forms and various proportions in clinical settings for treating cancer. There were great successes along with many failures, but overall, the formula seemed to work. Read more
Monday, 15 July 2013
Did You Know Vegetables Can Help Prevent Wrinkles?
Did you know that vegetables can help prevent wrinkles by boosting the skin's natural defenses against sun damage? Find out what you need to be eating for soft, smooth skin.
A fountain of youth may be as close as the kitchen, new study findings suggest.
A diet rich in fruits, vegetables and unsaturated fats may ward off wrinkles by boosting the skin's natural defenses against sun damage. In an international study of eating patterns and skin aging, investigators found that dark- and fair-skinned people who ate plenty of wholesome foods but passed on sugary confections were less prone to wrinkling. And the effect of diet was consistent from sun-drenched Australia to sun-deprived Sweden.
Some of the skin-smoothing foods included: Read more
Friday, 12 July 2013
8 Ways to Fake a Vitamin Study
Periodically, the mainstream media makes a big deal out of a new "study" that claims to prove that dietary supplements are ineffective, dangerous, or both. Mike Adams reveals how pharmaceutical companies manipulate these studies to get the results they want.
Quackity quack, the quacks are back, and this time they're targeting fish oil supplements, claiming that taking fish oils raises your risk of prostate cancer.
Hogwash. This is just another case of pure fearmongering quackery by the anti-vitamin crowd. Remember: All these people attacking vitamins are the very same people who are on the take from Big Pharma. Remember, too, that companies like GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) have already been convicted of multiple felony crimes by the U.S. Department of Justice. And today in China, GSK was caught yet again engaging in widespread bribery and criminal fraud. Read more
Wednesday, 10 July 2013
5 Folk Remedies for Acne
Age old remedies for ailments and skin problems are some of the best treatments at times. They have been passed down from generation to generation for a reason - they work. Remedies for acne can be found among the annals of folk medicine. Although these five folk remedies for acne date back centuries, they really work and have been proven again and again.
1) Aloe
Long valued for its skin healing properties, aloe vera is the soothing gel of a succulent plant. While aloe may not prevent acne from occurring in the first place, it does ease swelling, redness and inflammation and helps heal existing blemishes. Simply rub the gel on the affected area twice a day.
2) Burdock
Burdock tea is one of the oldest folk remedies for acne. Burdock brings blood circulation to the surface of the skin. Increased circulation may help fight the infection and inflammation of acne. Burdock is also one of the folk remedies for acne that contains starch. Starch helps absorb excess oil from the skin. Add one teaspoon of ground, dried burdock root to one cup of boiling water. Allow the mixture to steep for twenty - thirty minutes and then strain. Drink three to four cups daily for one of the best folk remedies for acne.
3) Mung Beans
A Chinese folk remedy for acne is a paste of mung beans applied to the skin. The mung beans are astringent so they draw the excess oil from the skin that causes acne in the first place. This makes mung beans another of the most effective folk remedies for acne. Grind dry mung beans to a powder in a coffee grinder, blender, or food processor. Then mix with warm water to form a paste. Apply to the skin and leave for thirty minutes to several hours. Wipe from the skin using warm water and a soft cloth.
4) Red Clover
Red clover poultices are a popular folk remedy for acne and are still used throughout the United States to treat skin conditions. Red clover thins the oil secretions, making excess oil easier to remove. Cover fresh red clover flowers with water and heat until they are tender. Strain the water from the flowers and press them into a thick mass. Sprinkle the mass with white flour to hold the poultice together. Place the red clover poultice directly on the skin and leave for thirty minutes. The poultice can be used several times per day as one of the mildest folk remedies for acne.
5) Stinging Nettle
Stinging nettle is an old Gypsy folk remedy for acne. It can be taken as a tea and/or applied directly to the affected area. The astringent properties of stinging nettle help reduce excess oil, making it one of the most effective folk remedies for acne. Add one ounce of dried nettle to one quart of boiling water. Allow the mixture to steep overnight. Strain and drink two to three cups per day. Additonally, you can reheat the tea and apply the warm liquid directly to the skin once or twice per day. This is one of the best folk remedies for acne when the two methods are used together.
One thing that you’ll notice when you try folk remedies is that they sometimes take longer to obtain results. You will need to be patient. However, if you continue using the remedy faithfully, you will see the results you're looking for.
To find out about a clinically proven, step-by-step system for permanently curing your acne and achieving lasting clear skin faster than you ever thought possible, click here!
1) Aloe
Long valued for its skin healing properties, aloe vera is the soothing gel of a succulent plant. While aloe may not prevent acne from occurring in the first place, it does ease swelling, redness and inflammation and helps heal existing blemishes. Simply rub the gel on the affected area twice a day.
2) Burdock
Burdock tea is one of the oldest folk remedies for acne. Burdock brings blood circulation to the surface of the skin. Increased circulation may help fight the infection and inflammation of acne. Burdock is also one of the folk remedies for acne that contains starch. Starch helps absorb excess oil from the skin. Add one teaspoon of ground, dried burdock root to one cup of boiling water. Allow the mixture to steep for twenty - thirty minutes and then strain. Drink three to four cups daily for one of the best folk remedies for acne.
3) Mung Beans
A Chinese folk remedy for acne is a paste of mung beans applied to the skin. The mung beans are astringent so they draw the excess oil from the skin that causes acne in the first place. This makes mung beans another of the most effective folk remedies for acne. Grind dry mung beans to a powder in a coffee grinder, blender, or food processor. Then mix with warm water to form a paste. Apply to the skin and leave for thirty minutes to several hours. Wipe from the skin using warm water and a soft cloth.
4) Red Clover
Red clover poultices are a popular folk remedy for acne and are still used throughout the United States to treat skin conditions. Red clover thins the oil secretions, making excess oil easier to remove. Cover fresh red clover flowers with water and heat until they are tender. Strain the water from the flowers and press them into a thick mass. Sprinkle the mass with white flour to hold the poultice together. Place the red clover poultice directly on the skin and leave for thirty minutes. The poultice can be used several times per day as one of the mildest folk remedies for acne.
5) Stinging Nettle
Stinging nettle is an old Gypsy folk remedy for acne. It can be taken as a tea and/or applied directly to the affected area. The astringent properties of stinging nettle help reduce excess oil, making it one of the most effective folk remedies for acne. Add one ounce of dried nettle to one quart of boiling water. Allow the mixture to steep overnight. Strain and drink two to three cups per day. Additonally, you can reheat the tea and apply the warm liquid directly to the skin once or twice per day. This is one of the best folk remedies for acne when the two methods are used together.
One thing that you’ll notice when you try folk remedies is that they sometimes take longer to obtain results. You will need to be patient. However, if you continue using the remedy faithfully, you will see the results you're looking for.
To find out about a clinically proven, step-by-step system for permanently curing your acne and achieving lasting clear skin faster than you ever thought possible, click here!
Monday, 8 July 2013
Could SKIMMED Milk Be Contributing to Obesity Epidemic?
Could skimmed milk be contributing to the obesity epidemic? Low-fat dairy can encourage weight gain, say experts.
For years, people have swapped a creamy pint of whole milk for a watery bottle of skimmed to help boost their weight loss efforts.
But new research has discovered that drinking skimmed milk might in fact be making us bigger, not smaller. Read more
Friday, 5 July 2013
Probiotics - for Life!
Don't be overrun by bad bacteria, yeast, fungi, or parasites. Margaret Durst reveals why probiotics are essential for life.
Probiotics are the healthy bacteria that inhabit our intestines. The average healthy person has 4-5 pounds of these critters in their intestinal tract.
The word “probiotic” means “for life”. Probiotics have several functions that enhance our lives and are essential to good health. These include synthesizing vitamins B complex and K, enhancing immune function by crowding out yeast and parasites, producing enzymes, helping regulate blood cholesterol, improving digestion and colon function, and helping to prevent certain types of cancer.
Probiotics are important because many things can upset the delicate balance in our intestinal tract. These include use of antibiotics, steroids, oral contraceptives, radiation, chlorinated water, refined sugar, poor diet, poor digestion, constipation, stress, etc. Read more
Wednesday, 3 July 2013
7 Ways to Get Rid of Stretch Marks Naturally
Stretch marks aren't easy to get rid of, but home remedies do exist that will at least lessen their appearance.
Lost the weight, but not the stretch marks? Up to 90% of women develop stretch marks to some degree during the course of pregnancy, although stretch marks commonly occur on thighs and the butt as well. Striae, as they are called by dermatologists, are caused by tearing of the dermis when skin overstretches its elastic capacity, and commonly occurs any time an individual gains or loses a good deal of weight relatively quickly. It isn’t terribly easy to get rid of stretch marks, but a number of home remedies for stretch marks do exist that will at least lessen their appearance.
Stretch marks generally fade somewhat over time, but rarely disappear completely, and many people are frustrated by their unsightly appearance. There are a number of expensive creams, several invasive dermatological practices, and even surgery as possible ‘solutions’, but before you empty your wallet and subject your skin to lasers, try some of these natural solutions.
Get Rid of Stretch Marks the Natural Way – Over 7 Home Remedies for Stretch Marks Read more
Monday, 1 July 2013
Drinking 4 Cups of Coffee or Tea a Day BETTER Than Not Drinking Any
A new study has found that drinking four cups of coffee or tea a day is better for your cardiovascular health than not drinking any at all.
Drinking four cups of coffee or tea a day may better for you than not drinking any, according to a major new study.
The ten year research, which followed 180,000 people, revealed that caffeine lovers have lower blood pressure levels than those who do not drink caffeine.
It also suggested that those who drank more than four cups a day also had a lower heart rate. Read more
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