Nowadays, everyone have to live depends on the medicine that they adopt, because of uncultured foods day by day we lose our God gifted health which we have by birth. This blog am gonna talk about the natural ways to overcome from the help of medical drugs. Nature is always having ultimate source to cure all problems.
Contamination and inflammation of cells lining the respiratory
tract leads to coughing. Mucus secreting cells lining the lung’s air passage
are susceptible to excess mucus secretion on being contaminated or infected.
The increased mucus secretion causes irritation in the air passage which in
turn gives way to coughing. By way of coughing, the excess amount of mucus
secreted is released.
Caused on account of infection leading to inflammation of
pharynx, or larynx; contamination of the bronchial tubes by foreign waste is
also one of its causes. Cough may also manifest itself as an allergic reaction
to dust, pollen grains and smoking. To define scientifically coughing is a
reflexive reaction caused by the stimulation of sensory nerves lining the
respiratory tract. The treatment of coughing which may be either dry or phlegm
based should ideally aim at curing its original cause; but in addition to the
course of treatment resorted to certain natural home based remedies may prove
to be effective as well.
Home
Remedy for Cough
Lemon tea with a dash of ginger may prove to be one of the
easiest home based remedies for curing prolonged spells of cough. The medicinal
properties of ginger suppress various respiratory ailments like common cough
and cold. With its soothing element, it helps to keep the body well hydrated
which acts as an antidote to coughing. The ascorbic acid contained in lemon
helps to neutralize the phlegm content of coughing. The tea leaves may be
boiled with juice of grated ginger being added to it. Thereafter juice of lime
may be added on to it to be sipped piping hot.
Honey with its analgesic (pain killing) properties is also known
since time immemorial for its soothingly refreshing effects on patients down
with cough. One tea spoon of honey may be added to any hot beverage like tea or
milk to be drunk at regular intervals. But honey works wonders if blended with
hot water and lemon. Lemon juice may be mixed with honey in proportion of one
is to two. The resulting mixture may be mixed with little hot water so that you
can have one to two tea spoons of it at least after every hour. The resulting
mixture will not only help clear mucus but it will also keep your throat well
soothed.
Honey acts as a topical anti biotic suppressing the bacterial
causes of cough. If one is prone to the disgusting phenomena of night coughing
two tea spoons of raw honey taken after dinner will work significantly towards
reducing cough.
A spoonful of natural honey may be enriched with black pepper to
be had twice a day.
If you are unable to take raw honey, you may add two spoons of
it to a glass of carrot juice. Dilute the juice of four to five carrots with
water. Drink the concoction at least thrice a day to soothe yourself from
cough.
Two spoons of honey may be added to a glass full of aloe vera
juice purchased from a pharmacist’s. The said concoction helps drastically in
reducing dry cough.
Inhaling steam will give you a refreshing feeling aiding the
release of mucus in the affected passage. Thus it is one of the most scientific
processes helping one in the recovery of throat. Inhaling vapor accompanied by
sipping the concoction of lime, water and honey will prove to be doubly
effective.
Including grapes in your diet also ensures redemption from
cough, because the expectorant nature of grapes helps not only in toning the
lungs but also activates the release of mucus from the affected parts of
respiratory organs. In cases of cough being triggered on by asthma, grapes play
a beneficial role in the healing process with its enriched phytochemical
contents. Grape juice with a spoonful of honey will be relieving and effective
as well.
Gurgling in salt water always proves to be beneficial in
offering relief to an infected or an itchy throat aggravated by coughing. But
for an effective change one may resort to gurgling in spinach juice after
extracting and warming the same with a dash of salt.
Herbal tea enriched with basil and aniseed may turn out to be
soothingly effective as a homemade remedy for sore throat.
Nutritionally resourceful almonds also play a proactive role in
the healing of cough. Paste made out of soaked almonds can be had with a touch
of butter for relief from cough.
Another medicinal herb in turmeric is also known for its
therapeutic effect on cough particularly the dry one. After roasting and
powdering of its root, the powder can be had at least twice a day after being
duly combined with water and honey.
A sauce of raisin, water and sugar or honey may be prepared and
preserved at home for serving as a homemade expectorant against cough. Equal
measures of raisin and sugar/honey may be boiled in water until it acquires a
sauce like consistency. Two table spoons taken daily will help to cure cough.
An overproduction of oil by the sebaceous
glands in the skin causes oily skin. This overproduction may be caused by
genetic or hormonal factors, or may result from chronic over stimulation of the
skin by harsh soaps, frequent exfoliation or other sources. Oily skin can be
difficult to care for and often goes hand in hand with acne. To reduce excess
oil, prevent acne outbreaks and keep your foundation from sliding off of your
face, it is essential to follow a skin-care regime designed specifically for
oily skin.
Washing
Wash
your face every morning and night with warm water and a gentle soap. You can
try a product made specifically for oily skin, but in most cases, regular soap
is sufficient to remove dirt and oil. Avoid washing your face more often than
twice a day, as over-washing can remove the natural oil from your skin and
stimulate your oil glands to produce even more oil. Follow each washing with an
astringent, which will help remove remaining oil and soap residue while helping
to close your pores. Enlarged pores are more common in those with oily skin,
according to SkinCareRx, as the pores must accommodate a greater flow of oil
and they may become stretched during acne outbreaks. Witch hazel is typically
as effective as commercial astringents at just a fraction of the cost.
Use a Grease-Cutting Facial Mask
Citrus essential oils- Lemon, grapefruit, tangerine
and orange, helps treat oily skin without the worry of harsh ingredients coming
in contact with the skin. Find an all-natural herbal lotion base and add 3 to 4
drops per ounce of the citrus essential oil of choice to the base (herbal
lotion, skin toner, aloe Vera gel, witch hazel). This remedy is best applied in
the evening to help prevent oily skin. Wash the face thoroughly every morning
with a mild antibacterial soap prior to facial applications.
Egg-white masks are said to firm the skin and soak up oil. Mix one
teaspoon of honey with an egg white and stir well. Then add just enough flour
to make a paste. Apply the mask to your face, avoiding the eye area. (Be
careful not to ingest any of the egg mixture.) Let it dry for about ten
minutes, then wash it off with warm water.
Lemon
juice is used in another grease-cutting mask, along with astringent herbs and a
chopped apple as the base. Place the apple in a pot, add water to cover, then
simmer until it’s soft. Mash the apple, add 1 teaspoon lemon juice, then 1
teaspoon of either dried sage, lavender, or peppermint. Apply this mixture to
your face, leave it on for 5 minutes, then rinse with warm water.
Wipe
with astringents. Wiping the oily parts of the face with rubbing alcohol
or a combination of alcohol and acetone (a mixture found in products such as
Seba-Nil Liquid Cleanser) can help degrease your skin just as well as more
expensive, perfumey astringents. Many drugstores even sell premoistened,
individually wrapped alcohol wipes that you can keep in your purse for quick
touchups throughout the day.
Carry tissues
Even if
you don't have an astringent with you, paper facial tissues can help soak up
excess oils in a pinch. You can also purchase special oil-absorbing tissues at
the cosmetics counter that are very effective in removing excess oil between
cleansings.
Scrub it
Give
your skin some exfoliation by scrubbing it with products made specifically for
oily skin or other home remedies you find that work well. A good scrub can also
help rid your skin of extra oil on its surface, but be warned, as just like dry
skin, too much exfoliation will produce your skin into making more oil which
again fails to help your problem.
Milk
It is
vitally important for people with oily skin to keep their skin clear otherwise
it has a tendency to form acne lesions making the skin patchy, discolored and
course. If oil is present the skin becomes tacky thus working like a magnet
drawing dirt/grime towards the stickiness which then clogs the pores. Clogged
pores increase development of oil secretion. Milk is an oil free cleanser which
doesn't dry out the skin. Treat the face several times a day with a milk-wash
to keep sebum/oil to a minimum. Clean the face thoroughly before going to bed.
Make sure every trace of make-up is removed. Mix 2-3 drops of sandalwood or
lavender oil with 2 tablespoon of milk. Massage with cotton wool swab to clean
ingrained grime and makeup. Do not stretch or over-pull the skin around the
eyes. Gentle massage improves blood circulation. If you have broken skin, avoid
stretching in that area to prevent spread of infection.
Try aloe vera
Apply
aloe vera gel (available in many drugstores as well as health-food stores) to
your face to absorb oil and clear out pores. Dab the gel onto your face two to
three times a day (especially after washing), then let it dry. The gel will
feel more refreshing if it's cool, so keep it in the refrigerator.
Chill out with cold water rinses
If
you don't want to apply chemicals to your skin, simply splashing your face with
cold water and blotting it dry a couple of times a day can help remove some
excess oil.
The most
common cause of weight gain is consuming too much fat and not doing enough
exercise to burn off the excess calories. What typically leads us to gain
weight and become obese are imbalances in the mind and body:
Physical Imbalance: stored toxins
in our digestive tract can drain our energy and cause us to eat
stimulating foods such as sugar that can lead to weight gain.
Nutritional Imbalance: eating
foods that don't provide the body with the essential nutrients that it
needs to function optimally.
Mental and Emotional Imbalance:
indulging in excess food is often used to overcome uncomfortable feelings
in our daily lives, such as stress and anxiety.
By
correcting these imbalances, researchers believe that we can naturally make
better food choices that can prevent us from gaining weight. Unfortunately,
most methods of losing weight include the use of drugs or surgery that decrease
our appetite, block fat absorption, or reduce the volume of our stomach.
However, all of these treatments can have serious side-effects. Fortunately a
set of simple home remedies and natural foods can help us achieve this balance
and even promote weight loss, without the negative side effects.
Other less common reasons for weight gain
include the following:
A genetic predisposition to store
excess calories as fat.
Dieting, which slows our
metabolism since the body thinks it is starving, causing us to easily gain
weight when we begin eating again.
Medications, such as birth control
pills or anti-depressants, are known to cause weight gain.
Fluid retention, which can be
caused by heart, liver, or kidney disease. This sort of weight gain
requires the attention of a doctor.
Home
Remedies and Natural Cures for Weight Loss
Apple Cider Vinegar
HomeRemediesWeb.com suggests using apple cider vinegar for
weight loss and claims that it may increase your metabolism. Combine 2 tsp. of
organic apple cider vinegar with 16 oz of water and sip it throughout the day.
MayoClinic.com warns that apple cider vinegar may interact with some
supplements or drugs, such as diuretics and insulin, and it can irritate your
throat. MayoClinic.com also states that it is unlikely to be effective.
Green Tea and Caffeine for Weight Loss
Research has found that the combination of Green Tea and
Caffeine can help to boost our metabolism as well as help to suppress our
appetites. Therefore, an effective remedy for weight loss is to take a Green
Tea supplement which contains 50mg of Caffeine and 90mg of EGCG (the active
ingredient in Green Tea) three times per day (once before each meal). Combine
this with a 30-minute exercise routine three times per week (10 minutes of
light weights followed by 20 minutes of cardio). There is some evidence that
suggests individuals can lose up to 2.5 pounds per week using this combination
of exercise and supplements.
Drinking Fruit juices to Promote Weight Loss
A daily fruit juice for breakfast is a fantastic way to
restore balance and promote weight loss. By choosing the right ingredients, you
can easily create a drink which provides a total infusion of essential
vitamins, minerals, fiber, protein, and fatty acids that also tastes delicious
and prevents food cravings.
An excellent smoothie can be created by mixing the following ingredients in a
blender until smooth:
1 cup of rice milk
1 cup of soy milk
1 cup of orange juice
1 banana
4 strawberries (fresh or frozen)
1 tablespoon of aloe juice
1 tablespoon of concentrated black cherry juice
1 teaspoon of raw, organic bee pollen
1 tablespoon of flaxseed oil
Exercise to Promote Weight Loss
One of the best ways to promote weight loss is by becoming
active and exercising for at least 30 minutes per day. Brisk walking, jogging,
biking, or using indoor machines such as elliptical bikes are excellent ways to
burn off excess calories. Adding some weight training to your exercise routine
is also highly recommended, since increasing muscle mass helps to increase our
metabolism, which allows us to burn more calories while we are at rest. Regular
exercise also helps to reduce stress and depression, which are both common
causes of weight gain.
Because of its widespread use as a
dietary supplement, vitamin C may be more familiar to the general public than
any other nutrient. Studies indicate that more than 40% of older individuals in
the U.S. take vitamin C supplements; and in some regions of the country, almost
25% of all adults, regardless of age, take vitamin C. Outside of a
multivitamin, vitamin C is also the most popular supplement among some groups
of registered dietitians, and 80% of the dietitians who take vitamin C take
more than 250 milligrams.
Why is this nutrient so popular?
Vitamin C, also called ascorbic
acid, is a water-soluble nutrient that is easily excreted from the body when
not needed. It's so critical to living creatures that almost all mammals can
use their own cells to make it. Humans, gorillas, chimps, bats, guinea pigs and
birds are some of the few animals that cannot make vitamin C inside of their
own bodies.
Humans vary greatly in their vitamin
C requirement. It's natural for one person to need 10 times as much vitamin C as
another person; and a person's age and health status can dramatically change
his or her need for vitamin C. The amount of vitamin C found in food varies as
dramatically as our human requirement. In general, an unripe food is much lower
in vitamin C than a ripe one, but provided that the food is ripe, the vitamin C
content is higher when the food is younger at the time of harvest.
How it Functions
What is the function of vitamin C?
Vitamin C serves a predominantly
protective role in the body. As early as the 1700's, vitamin C was referred to
as the "antiscorbutic factor," since it helped prevent the disease
called scurvy. This disease was first discovered in British sailors, whose sea
voyages left them far away from natural surroundings for long periods of time.
Their body stores of vitamin C fell below 300 milligrams, and their gums and
skin lost the protective effects of vitamin C. Recognizing limes as a good
shipboard source of vitamin C, the British sailors became known as
"limeys" for carrying large stores of limes aboard ship.
The protective role of vitamin C
goes far beyond our skin and gums. Cardiovascular diseases, cancers, joint
diseases and cataracts are all associated with vitamin C deficiency and can be
partly prevented by optimal intake of vitamin C. Vitamin C achieves much of its
protective effect by functioning as an antioxidant and preventing oxygen-based
damage to our cells. Structures that contain fat (like the lipoprotein
molecules that carry fat around our body) are particularly dependent on vitamin
C for protection.
Deficiency Symptoms
What are deficiency symptoms for
vitamin C?
Full-blown symptoms of the vitamin C
deficiency disease called scurvy—including bleeding gums and skin discoloration
due to ruptured blood vessels—are rare in the U.S. Poor wound healing, however,
is not rare, and can be a symptom of vitamin C deficiency. Weak immune
function, including susceptibility to colds and other infections, can also be a
telltale sign of vitamin C deficiency. Since the lining of our respiratory
tract also depend heavily on vitamin C for protection, respiratory infection
and other lung-related conditions can also be symptomatic of vitamin C
deficiency.
Toxicity Symptoms
What are toxicity symptoms for
vitamin C?
There are very few research studies
that document vitamin C toxicity at any level of supplementation, and there are
no documented toxicity effects whatsoever for vitamin C in relation to food and
diet. At high supplemental doses involving 5 or more grams of vitamin C,
diarrhea can result from the fluid in the intestine becoming too concentrated
("osmotic diarrhea").
Large supplemental doses of vitamin
C can also increase levels of uric acid in the urine, because vitamin C can be
broken down into uric acid. However, it is not clear that increased uric acid
in the urine can increase a person's risk of forming uric acid kidney stones.
Finally, vitamin C can increase a
person's absorption of iron from plant foods; and persons who
have health problems related to excess free iron in their cells may want to
consider avoiding high supplemental doses of vitamin C. It is important to
remember that all of the above toxicity-related issues involve vitamin C in
supplemental form, not as it naturally occurs in food.
In 2000, the National Academy of
Sciences set a Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) for vitamin C at 2,000
milligrams (2 grams) for adults 19 years or older.
Impact of Cooking, Storage and
Processing
How do cooking, storage, or
processing affect vitamin C?
Vitamin C is highly sensitive to
air, water, and temperature. About 25% of the vitamin C in vegetables can be
lost simply by blanching (boiling or steaming the food for a few minutes). This
same degree of loss occurs in the freezing and unthawing of vegetables and
fruits. Cooking of vegetables and fruits for longer periods of time (10-20
minutes) can result in a loss of over one half the total vitamin C content.
When fruits and vegetables are canned and then reheated, only 1/3 of the
original vitamin C content may be left. Consumption of vitamin C-rich foods in
their fresh, raw form is the best way to maximize vitamin C intake.
Factors that Affect Function
What factors might contribute to a
deficiency of vitamin C?
Poor intake of vitamin C-rich
vegetables and fruits is a common contributor to vitamin C deficiency. In the
U.S., one third of all adults get less vitamin C from their diet than is
recommended by the National Academy of Sciences, and 1 out of every 6 adults
gets less than half the amount recommended. Smoking and exposure to second hand
smoke also increase the risk of vitamin C deficiency.
The body's immune and detoxification
systems make special use of vitamin C, and overload in either of these systems
can increase risk of deficiency. The immune system relies on a wide variety of
mechanisms to help protect the body from infection, including white blood
cells, complement proteins, and interferons; and vitamin C is especially
important in the function of these immune components.
Vitamin C is also critical during
the first phase of the body's detoxification process. This process occurs in
many types of tissue, but it is especially active in the liver. When the body
is exposed to toxins, vitamin C is often required for the body to begin
processing the toxins for elimination. Excessive toxic exposure is therefore a
risk factor for vitamin C deficiency.
Nutrient Interactions
What health conditions require
special emphasis on vitamin C?
Most forms of cardiovascular
disease, joint disease, cancer, eye disease, thyroid disease, liver disease,
and lung disease require special emphasis on vitamin C intake. The process of
aging itself requires special attention to vitamin C. In addition to these
broader categories, several specific health conditions also require special
emphasis on vitamin C. These specific health conditions include:
Acne
Alcoholism
Alzheimer's
disease
Asthma
Autism
Depression
Diabetes
Irritable
bowel disease
Parkinson's
disease
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