A Breath of Fresh Air In the late ’80s, NASA and the Associated Landscape Contractors of America studied houseplants as a way to purify the air in space facilities. They found several plants that filter out common volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Lucky for us, the plants can also help clean indoor air on Earth, which is typically far more polluted than outdoor air. Aloe (Aloe Vera) This easy-to-grow, sun-loving succulent helps clear formaldehyde and benzene,…
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Tips for a Glowing Complexion
Clean your Face Clean your face the right way. Use a gentle cleanser and cool or lukewarm water. Hot water and harsh soaps remove the natural oils from your skin making it look dull and rough. Let it air dry rather than using a towel. When your skin is still damp, apply a good moisturizer. Take care of your Skin Rub an ice cube all over your face before applying makeup. It closes your pores…
Read MorePineapple Juice Is 5 Times More Effective Than Cough Syrup
Pineapples contain bromelain, an enzyme with anti-inflammatory properties. It fights infections and kills bacteria. The juice from fresh pineapples can suppress coughs five times more effectively than cough syrup. One cup of pineapple juice contains nearly 50% of the daily requirement for vitamin C intake. This helpful nutrient works to implement the use of vital enzymes within the body that regulate metabolism and energy conversion. Pineapple juice also contains high levels of manganese, a mineral…
Read MoreAmazing Beauty Benefits of Ice Cubes
The cold weather can really do a number on your appearance- from flaky dead skin to dehydrated lips. While the dry and harsh weather can change the look of your skin, there is a secret to using cold ice on your skin. While some might say BRRR to the idea, ice can provide beauty benefits to a list of concerns. Using ice can improve the circulation of your skin cells to reduce certain key problems….
Read Moreورزش کیلئے چند اہم ہدایات
وزن کم کرنے اور مضبوط پٹھوں کے لئے لوگ کچھ آسان سی ورزشوں کو اپناتے ہیں . ورزش کرنا کوئی مشکل کام نہیں ہے بلکے یہ ایک کھیل کی طرح ہے جس سے آپ اپنی پریشانی دور کر سکتے ہیں . یہا ہم کچھ ہدایت آپکو دے رہے ہیں جن کی مدد سے آپ اپنی ورزش کو مزید بہتر بنا سکیں گے اور اپنے اضافی وزن کو کم کر کے مضبوط پٹھے حاصل کر پائیں…
Read MoreSmile Again Foundation by Musarrat Misbah for Acid Attack Victims
Pakistani salon owner Mussarat Misbah discovered a new life mission ten years ago when an acid attack survivor came to her salon and asked her for help to look better. “When she removed her veil, I had to sit down. There was no life in my legs,” Mussarat recalls in a recent BBC interview. “In front of me was a woman with no face. Her eyes and nose were gone and her neck and face…
Read MoreWinter Allergies
If you have pollen allergies, you may get a break when the weather gets cold. But if you have indoor allergies — such as mold and dust mites — spending more time indoors during the winter months may affect your allergy symptoms. What causes winter allergies? When it gets cold and your furnace kicks on, it sends dust, mold spores, and insect parts into the air. They can get into your nose and can trigger…
Read MoreAll You Need To Know About Food Poisoning
Even if we haven’t suffered from food poisoning ourselves, we surely know people who have been through the pain and discomfort that accompanies this ailment. Food poisoning is quite common worldwide and usually falls on the mild spectrum for most people. However, some cases of food poisoning can be severe and even life threatening. This article will tell you what you need to know about food poisoning, and how you can take precautionary measures to…
Read MoreBenefits of Cod Liver Oil
Cod liver oil is extracted from the liver of Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua). This is obtained by pressing the steamed liver of cod fish till it produces yellow oil. It is a natural anti-inflammatory agent that can cure serious health problems. This oil is normally taken as a dietary supplement. It contains high amount of vitamin A and D, and small amount of vitamin K. It is full of nutrients and regarded as one of…
Read MoreWhy Steroids are Bad for You
What Are Steroids? Don’t confuse anabolic steroids with corticosteroids, warns physiatrist Kenneth Mautner, MD, of Emory University. Anabolic steroids are used to build up muscle. Corticosteroids are used to dampen overactive immune responses and reduce swelling. The anabolic steroids abused by athletes are synthetic versions of testosterone, a male hormone. Both men and women naturally produce testosterone. But like all hormones — which regulate the body’s most basic functions — throwing one’s testosterone out of…
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