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Several scientific studies have proved with in-depth details about the growth of hairs, nails etc. Fingernails grow faster on your most used hand, which depends on whether you are left-handed or right-handed. Also, they grow faster on larger fingers such as second and third starting from the thumb/toe. It is also a fact that a fingernail takes about six months to grow again if you lose it in an injury. In the case of a toenail, it takes about a year and a half.
Stomach vacuum, a trending exercise these days is the easiest way to get yourself thinner abs and waist. In this exercise, you simply have to make an abdominal move which targets the transversus abdominis. This muscle group acts like a corset and helps to keep the waistline tight. The best time to perform this exercise is while your stomach is empty which is probably during the morning.
If you are using over-the-ear headphones while keeping your hair down, it might damage and break your hair without you realizing it. A celebrity stylist named Castillo has stated this condition. This is because while you normally walk, your movement repeatedly pushes the tight headphones against your head which roughs up and breaks your strands. Hence, to maintain a healthy long hair, either use this headphone only for a short while or use in-ear headphones.
The flat, brown spots which appear in groups on your skin are called freckles. They are usually found on the face and according to dermatologists, they signify skin damage. Some precautionary measures include applying sunscreen every time you face long exposure to the sun. There are various blends available which make a great face pack like honey and water, buttermilk etc. Rubbing onion slices or applying sour cream also are proved to be useful. Papaya juice and lemon juice application can also be considered.
Lemon juice is highly used for this purpose as lemon naturally has bleaching properties and lightens the skin. It can also be mixed with honey for more benefits. Similarly, orange juice can also serve the same purpose because of its critic acid content. A mixture of sandalwood and rosewater is used for brighter and fairer skin. A blend of yoghurt and honey are brilliant for healing the skin and giving it a fresh new look. Not to mention, wash your face regularly to maintain the effects.
As per the study, you just have to follow these simple steps which will help you lose 10 Kilos in just a month! Cold showers help to lower the body temperature making our body use the fat cells for providing warmth which ultimately aids in weight loss. Make sure you indulge in a filling and high-protein breakfast along with green tea, both of which are directly proportional to weight loss. Apart from that, aggressive exercise and soaking in some sun will help to a great extent. Go ahead, be active and lose weight!
Urinary tract infections are those which occur within the urinary system in the bladder, urethra or even kidneys. A new study has revealed that drinking about 250ml of fresh cranberry juice regularly reduces the risk of such infections by almost 40%. This juice can also reduce the intake of your antibiotics. Since cranberries have certain powerful compounds which keep the bacteria from spreading the infection, it’s better to consume the juice than gulping those antibiotics.
Curd is a great dairy product with natural health benefits but did you know that it can also aid in preventing the risk of breast cancer? It is studied that intake of probiotics might actually increase the proportion of beneficial bacteria in the breast and thereby prevent the risk of cancer. The two beneficial bacteria produce antioxidants that neutralise reactive oxygen species which can potentially cause DNA damage leading to cancer.
A lot of environmental factors also have a positive as well as negative impact on hormones. Hence, if you want to consider overall perfect health, try avoiding certain everyday things as much as possible. These things include plastic, GMO foods, exposure to light, make-up, meat-based foods, stress, drinking coffee in excess, travelling and poor sleep. One thing you must do regularly is exercise for some time during the morning. This will help maintain the hormonal health.
Biomass fuels refers to the wood and dung cakes which many women use for cooking. A recent study has found that women who still use these fuels over cleaner fuels such as LPG have higher chances of developing a cataract. This relation was not found in men probably because cooking is majorly done by women in India. Moreover, this correlation was only with nuclear cataract. Nuclear cataract is the most common cataract in which the central part of the eye lens is affected first.
Studies show that women who live an environment full of greenery live longer than those who don’t, according to the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences. Ladies with a high level of the leafy neighbourhood had 12% lower death rate compared to those who live in a low level of the green environment. It was found that there are huge differences in death rates from respiratory diseases, kidney diseases, and cancer. Moreover, such women had improved mental health and better social engagement with increased physical activity.
Drumstick, also known as Shehjan in India has a lot of health benefits to offer. The mysterious benefit is that the flowers of drumstick help to cure the sexual debility in men. Health experts even claim that eating those flowers for 2-3 weeks regularly can help cure impotency, the thinness of semen and premature ejaculation. One of the compounds found these flowers increases the sperm count and helps strengthen their motility. Being one of the aphrodisiac foods, Drumsticks also promote sexual desires without any side effects.
Women! Wearing high heels is not only sexy but also healthy! It is recommended that they should wear it whenever they can. It may be difficult to wear it in a daily life but it is healthy for your leg muscles in the long run. Studies have repeatedly shown that women who age in those heels, their knees will be protected in the long run. The chances of developing arthritic changes in knee joints of women who love wearing these heels are much lesser. High heels are known to help strengthen the pelvic muscles and tone the legs.
Every woman suffers from a yeast infection that makes you uncomfortable and creates a socially awkward situation due to itching and gross discharge. There are simple DIY that can help you get over embarrassing infections. From consuming yogurt or applying coconut oil to the vulvar region, there are several easy remedies. The natural lube of coconut oil can soothe itchiness and prevent frequent infections. Other similar simple remedies are using boric acid capsules, probiotic supplements or using airy undies that can keep you dry.
To scale up the existing Mmitra programme, currently having 3 lakh registrations of women for receiving advises on maternal and child care across 37 government maternity homes and hospitals in the city, the state government has initiated a plan under which the young mothers will receive voice messages to guide them on methods of breastfeeding, diarrhea, vaccination, family planning and nutrition for their children until they turn five. A call centre consisting of 3 experts on nutrition and 7 counsellors will also be made available for any difficulties.
As compared to men, the risk of getting affected by certain diseases is much higher in women as they grow older. Nutrition is anyways important throughout the life. However, it is important for women to maintain a healthy weight and a BMI of 25. To help them maintain the overall health and strengthen the immune system, a nutritionist has advised consuming more fruits and veggies, higher intake of calcium, and staples. It is also recommended to consume more food from animals like eggs, nuts, seeds, cheese and milk, or have a balanced diet.
The Indian Council of Medical Research recently submitted a report stating that more than fifty percent of women (particularly pregnant women) and children suffer from the deficiency of iron. Most of them are anemic and suffer the deficiency of Vitamin D because of poor diet and lack of nutrition. According to a nutritionist, during pregnancy and menopause and also during every monthly cycle, a women’s body goes through a lot of effort and hence, it is vital to maintaining a dietary balance by consuming nutrition-rich foods. Whole grains, diary products, fish, flax seeds, green leafy veggies, ginger, garlic, oranges, amla etc are good for regulare consumption.
Until now, there was no such superfood which helps in preventing breast cancer risk. A new study found out that regular consumption of carrots helps to maintain a healthy weight which lowers the risk of breast cancer. In this research, women were found with great levels of carotenes in their blood. Carotenes are vitamins which are found usually in vegetables like red peppers and spinach. They help in preventing the development of certain types of breast cancer. Thus, based on this study, regular consumption of carrots is recommended to women.
A Study says that people with regular digital work are more affected by eye problems. While using a computer, taking regular breaks and blinking your eyes is necessary to cause less strain on eyes. Hence, it is recommended to use computer eyeglasses or eye-lenses while having too much exposure to the screen. Blurred vision, Straining of eyes, headaches etc are some of the effects. On top of that, some people try to lean forward to the screen against their blurred vision or look through the bottom of their glasses which often results in a sore neck, sore shoulders and sore back.
Williamson Incorporation's Women in Business started the new year focusing on good health. Brentwood United Methodist Church hosted the gathering. Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse was the caterer concentrating on healthy food. The monthly event is performed to allow women in business to interact, eat, learn and return to their workplaces and offices on a timely basis.