Health Care

Before we dive in, please, ALWAYS consult your physician before trying treatments with medicinal plants. This article is informational ideas and not meant as medical advice. Beauty Benefits of Aloe Vera After digging into all the beauty benefits of aloe, I’m thinking I might need a plant or two sitting on my vanity. Aloe is an excellent partner when it appears to keep you looking your best. I mean come on; the old Egyptians didn’t name it “the plant of immortality” for nothing! 1. Natural Moisturizer Aloe vera’s moisturizing advantages have been completely documented, so it’s no wonder to see it in various beauty products. Skip the combined chemicals and use it directly to your face and skin to heal and moisturize. 2. Gentle Makeup Primer Aloe vera gives an economical and natural alternative to makeup primers, and it’s so fabulous gentler on your skin. If you want your makeup to remain beyond lunchtime, the solution is to apply a good primer on your face and eyes first. ...

Bad breath can be very embarrassing. Also known as halitosis, bad breath affects the daily life of a sufferer. It can ruin your date, interview or even ruining your first impression. Halitosis is the technical term for a chronic bad breath. Luckily, there are several natural remedies and ways on how to get rid of bad breath permanently. Bad breath is one of the major reasons why people visit the dentist. Almost everyone wakes up with a form of mouth odor in the morning. The reason for this is because bacteria continue to multiply in our mouth while we sleep and there is no continuous flow of saliva in the mouth to wash them away. This foul odor is easily removed for most people when they brush the teeth after you wake up. However, there are those that have persistent bad breath. These people find it hard on how to get rid of bad breath. If you fall into this category, today might just be your lucky day. We have compiled a list of natural home remedies and guide on how t...

Face yoga - the sacred grail in the struggle to preserve youth and beauty - became popular several years ago when the founder of the Fumiko Takatsu method published the first videos on youtube. Since then, the method has acquired both an army of fans and opponents who claim that all this is profanity, and there is no benefit from strange facial movements. However, the Face Yoga method, since its inception, has already acquired scientific evidence of effectiveness: exercises help tone muscles that sag over time, as well as restore fat pads that lower and change face geometry. The only drawback of the method is the need for constant efforts - once you start to maintain the result of the exercise, you have to do it every day. But who promised it would be easy? FACE YOGA Fumiko says that there are two types of faces - “bonny” (“bony”) and “meaty” (“fleshy”), the exercises for different types of faces are different, and in each of her videos the girl talks about what ty...

Sunflowers aren’t just pretty to look at. They also provide a nutritious fruit known botanically as sunflower kernels. Most people call the kernels “seeds.” Sunflower kernels are encased in edible, black and white, pin-striped hulls. They are a popular snack. But not all sunflower seeds are created equal, especially when it comes to calories. There are 3 types of sunflower seeds. linoleic, high oleic, and sunflower oil seeds. Each variety has its own unique levels of monounsaturated, saturated, and polyunsaturated fats. Benefits of Sunflower Seeds: 1. Enhances Digestion Process: A clear digestion is the way to healthy body. It has high dietary fiber which makes is a cure for constipation. If you are suffering from constipation, the toxins will not be eliminated from the body. It will lead to health issues. Munching few raw sunflower seeds will enhance your digestion process. 2. Lowers CholesterolLevels: Phytosterols are the compounds that lowers cholest...

What is rosehip oil? Rosehip oil is also known as rosehip seed oil. It’s derived from the rosa canina rose bush, which is grown mostly in Chile. Unlike rose oil, which is extracted from rose petals, rosehip oil is pressed from the fruit and seeds of the rose plant. It is packed with natural activates which makes it to be used widely over skin and health. Conatural’s Organic Rosehip Oil contains essential fatty acids, necessary for protecting cell membranes as well as Vitamin E, Vitamin C and Beta carotene and the powerful anti-ageing antioxidant Lycopene. This unique oil feeds the skin vital nutrients to promote radiant, healthy looking skin. The best carrier oil for oily/acne prone skin, Rosehip Oil has been known to help soothe skin conditions and assist skin renewal in the maintenance of optimal skin health. Benefits  Rosehip Oil for Skin: Rosehip oil For Clean Skin: Rosehip oil is rich in Vitamin A and rich in collagen which helps to keep your ski...

1. Relieve sore muscles The menthol in Vicks can help to not only offer a refreshing cool to your skin, but it can also help to improve your blood circulation. After physical activity, just grab some Vicks and rub it onto any areas that are experiencing soreness. This should provide relief and comfort to any painful areas. 2. Fight against stretch marks Stretch marks are one of the worst symptoms of aging. And for those experiencing pregnancy, finding ways to keep your skin looking young is crucial. It turns out though, that Vicks VapoRub is a great way to fight against stretch marks from developing. Some of the primary ingredients in Vicks, eucalyptus oil, cedar leaf oil, petrolatum, camphor, and turpentine oil, all combine to help stretched skin both feel softer and increase moisture. This will help to keep stretch marks from standing out. 3. Soothe sunburns Now that summer is here, sunburn is here with it. The cool feeling you get by rubbing on Vic...