5 benefits of lemons, you need to know!

When life gives you lemons, make lemonade and then creepily apply it all over yourself - hey, if it helps, it helps!

Lemon treats almost anything under the sun - indigestion, fever, hair and skin problems, burns, the list goes on...

Let's give you a few straight facts on how you can use lemons to follow a simple healthy lifestyle.

Hair Care

Applying lemon juice on the scalp treats annoying issues like dandruff and hair loss. It can also soothe the scalp if there are itchy sensations brought on by other issues. Applying the juice directly to the hair gives it a natural shine.

Skin Care

Sunburns in the summer heat? Apply lemon juice. Bee stings? Apply lemon juice. Acne? Eczema? Blackheads? Wrinkles? Apply lemon juice.

Drinking lemon juice mixed with honey can also bring a healthy glow to your skin.

Cures Burns

Applying lemon juice on a burn can help face the scars and since it acts as a cooling agent, it can reduce the burning sensation on your skin.

Weight Loss - the part you truly care about

Drinking lemon juice early in the morning with honey and lukewarm water can help you reduce weight - no lies!

Relaxes the feet

Being the great aromatic antiseptic agent that lemon is, you will find it is an amazing choice for foot relaxation. Just add the juice to warm water and dip your feet in it. If you've been having any pain, you will find instant relief and your muscles will be more relaxed.

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5 ways to fight acne at home!

Get rid of pimples at home! Choose from these 5 different methods.

Green Tea

Green tea is known for it's antomicrobial and antioxidant compounds which help in fighting acne. To feel the effects sooner, use a cooled cup of green tea as a face wash. You can also lay a tea bag over affected areas.

Mint

Mint is used to remove oils that clog pores. Using mint, helps prevent the acne from occurring in the first place. Mix 2 spoons of finely chopped mint and ensure its fresh. Add two table spoons of plain yoghurt and oatmeal. You can use a blender to turn the oatmeal into powder. Apply the mixture on your face and leave it on for ten minutes before rinsing it off with water.

Lemon

Lemon naturally exfoliates the skin and disinfects it to reduce scarring if any. It also prevents new pimples from forming. All you need to do is clean your face, then gently dab some lemon juice on your skin with a cotton swab and rinse it off with cool water.

 Apple cider vinegar

Containing both malic and lactic acids, apple cider vinegar can exfoliate your skin, reduce marks and treat acne all at one. To make a DIY toner, mix equal parts of apple cider vinegar and water. Apply it to your skin with a cotton ball.  Make sure you shake the toner well before each use.

Aloe

Aloe is known to relieve skin from burns and promote the healing of the affected regions. It can also fight infections and reduce scarring. All you have to do is scrape the gel from the aloe plant with a spoon and apply it directly on the acne. You may also buy a gel from a store but make sure it's pure, with no added ingredients.

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Glow naturally and improve skin conditions with turmeric!

Ladies and gentlemen, you have been searching in supermarket aisles for that one product which will solve all your skin problems. 

Stop looking at MRPs and start looking in your kitchen. 

Turmeric is a traditional Indian spice that is used in most of our dishes. But it can be consumed in many different ways in order to benefit you in innumerable ways. 

The main health benefits of turmeric come from one of it's components, known as curcumin. Curcumin has very good anti-inflammatory properties and antioxidant properties. We needn't get into that as it's pretty self-explanatory. 

On to the important part - Turmeric for the skin 

A natural glow

As mentioned earlier, turmeric's antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties provide a natural luster to the skin. It revives skin by providing a natural glow. All it takes is a face mask made at home. You can mix honey and yogurt into the paste as well. Make sure the mask is on for at least 15 minutes before washing it off with water. 

A natural healer 

The curcumin in turmeric can lower your body's response to cutaneous wounds. This means that wounds will heal quicker. Turmeric positively affects tissue and collagens and can be used for different types of skin wounds. 

A natural life-saver (beware, pimples!)

Turmeric face masks reduce acne and keep your pores and skin calm and supple. Turmeric also reduces scarring caused by pimples and can clear your face properly when you face an acne breakout.

So, what else does this miracle spice do?

It is suggested that turmeric can help with eczema, lichen planus, psoriasis, scabies, alopecia and many more skin issues! 

In conclusion, it's safe to say that turmeric is the product you've been looking for, except it's an ingredient you can find right at home. The internet provides solutions to a myriad of ways to consume turmeric so take your pick and get your daily dose of turmeric!

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