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Crank up your core strength with plank variations

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Mon, 30 Jan 2017 16:11:00 +0000

Side plank with knee touch

Elevate your side plank by dropping your top elbow and raising your top knee towards each other. Perform 10 reaches per side, holding at the crunch and coming back to side plank each time

Basic plank with mountain climber

Elevate the basic plank by dropping your body down to a push-up position, elbows bent, and reaching one knee towards the same side elbow. Repeat one side after the other. Perform 10 touches per side with quick switches from side to side

3ways to drink more water

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Mon, 30 Jan 2017 16:06:00 +0000

Change it up

if you don’t love the taste of plain water, embrace other high-fluid liquids such as iced herbal teas or sparkling mineral water. I love muddling fresh berries into sparkling water, or a glass of iced cacao tea to wake me up in the morning

Include higher-water foods

they’re plentiful in summer. Dig into some fresh watermelon after a workout or make your own fruit and vegie juice icy poles

This for that

don’t forget that caffeine and alcohol cause you to excrete more water, so either reduce your intake over the hotter months or make sure you consume a cup of water for every coffee or alcoholic drink you consume

4 reasons to try a spin class

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Mon, 30 Jan 2017 16:01:00 +0000

If you’re looking to boost your cardio but are sick of the monotonous repetition of the treadmill, why not try a spin class?

A favourite on gym timetables around the world, spin involves an intense cardio workout on a stationary bike to music. Here's 4 great reasons to try a spin class today:

1. Get fit fast

The class follows an interval program, meaning you will burn more fat and improve your fitness, fast!

2. It's low impact

One of the best parts of spin is that it is low impact, meaning you can give yourself an intense workout without placing any stress on your joints. Also, because you’re in control of your machine, you can choose the level of resistance suited to your fitness.

3. Get motivated

If you enjoy the cardio benefits of stationary bikes, then you’ll love spin because the loud music and lively instructors will keep you motivated and energised.

4. Burn fat

Spin has the potential to burn over 500 calories in a 40-minute session, do we need to say more?

Check out your local gym for a spin class near you and get pedaling!

Fool-Proof Ways to Get Your Diet Back on Track

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Mon, 30 Jan 2017 13:36:00 +0000

Start by making a post-holiday game plan

When you're shopping for the feast, grab a few extra essentials that will really matter when you're through the leftovers: eggs, fresh or frozen veggies (for omelets), Greek yogurt, pre-cut veggies, fruit, hummus or nut-butter (for smoothies and snacking) and canned salmon or tuna (for adding protein to salads) can help you automate the get-back-to-business eating habits. If you're traveling or back to work, pack snacks. Toss part-skim cheese, 1 ounce of nuts or nut butter, fruit and whole food-based snack bars in your bag and taken with you to-go

Eat more, not less

It may sound counterintuitive, but the first step to getting back on track after holiday food coma is to actually eat! Why? Going long periods of time without food does double-duty harm on our healthy-eating efforts by both slowing down your metabolism, and priming you for another binge later in the day. (Think: You've skipped breakfast and lunch, so you're ready to takedown a whole turkey by dinner!) Make it your mission to eat three meals and two snacks every day, and don't wait longer than 3 to 4 hours without eating. Set a "snack alarm" on your phone if needed

Start tracking

Loads of research demonstrates people who log everything they eat — especially those who log while they're eating — are more likely to lose weight AND keep it off for the long haul. Start tracking on an app like MyFitnessPal, when the pounds start sneaking up on you. It'll help you stay accountable for what you've eaten. Plus, you can easily identify some other areas of your daily eats that could use a little improvement when it's written out in front of you

How to Lose Weight Faster, But Safely

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Mon, 30 Jan 2017 13:23:00 +0000

Eat your h.20

Sure, you certainly need to drink plenty of water to help expedite the process of ridding your body of excess sodium. But that can (and should!) also be consumed in the form of high-water content foods. Reach for cucumbers, tomatoes, watermelon, asparagus, grapes, celery, artichokes, pineapple and cranberries — all of which contain diuretic properties that will also help you stay full due to their higher fiber, high water content.

Munch on mineral-rich foods

Potassium, magnesium and calcium can help to serve as a counter-balance for sodium. Foods that are rich in potassium include leafy greens, most "orange" foods (oranges, sweet potatoes, carrots, melon) bananas, tomatoes, and cruciferous veggies — especially cauliflower. Low-fat dairy, plus nuts and seeds can also help give you a bloat-busting boost, ad have been linked to a whole host of additional health benefits, such as lowering blood pressure, controlling blood sugar, and reducing risk of chronic disease overall

Go to bed

As funny as it sounds, sleep deprivation may make you fat — and not just because you're susceptible to cases of the late-night munchies (although there's that too). There's tons of research that demonstrates getting less than the desired amount — about 7 hours — of sleep per night can slow down your metabolism. Plus, when you're awake for longer, you're naturally more likely to nosh (you'll physically feel hungrier!) So don't skimp on your ZZZs, and you'll be rewarded with an extra edge when it comes to shedding pounds quickly

How to Lose Weight Faster, But Safely

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Mon, 30 Jan 2017 13:06:00 +0000

Making small, specific goals is key to losing weight long-term — but now can you get motivated now? Check out our favorite, no-fail jump-starts to feeling like your old self (i.e. back into your skinny jeans) ASAP

Prioritize real, whole foods

Make sure that everything you're eating is whole — as in nothing processed or packaged. Since salt is a preservative, these are the foods that are highest in sodium — something to keep in mind when planning your meals. Plan on making sure that all items you choose are fresh: that means filling up on fresh fruits and veggies, whole grains, low-fat dairy and lean protein

Know your limits with salt

When it comes by buying snacks, a "low sodium" product has to be 140mg or less per serving — so if you're REALLY in a bind, you can follow that guideline for what to put in your card

Go for that cup of joe

Start your day with a cup of coffee. Caffeine is a natural diuretic and an excellent source of antioxidants, which protect your cells from damage. You can have up to 400mg — about a Venti Starbucks coffee — daily, Not much of a coffee drinker? Tea is also a natural diuretic, and types of herbal tea such as dandelion or fennel root can also lend a hand. In fact: When a recent study compared the metabolic effect of green tea (in extract) with that of a placebo, researchers found that the green-tea drinkers burned about 70 additional calories in a 24-hour period

4 Recommendations For Outdoor Yoga Practice

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Sat, 28 Jan 2017 16:33:00 +0000

Listen to the sounds of nature

Even if you can’t imagine a yoga practice without soothing music on the background, make an exception for your outdoor practice. There is so much you can listen to when practising yoga outside: the singing of the birds, the noise of the leaves, or the sound of ocean waves. You’ll benefit more from your practice if you allow yourself to immerse in the sounds of nature

Choose your yoga time wisely

Ayurveda recommends moving your exercise time to the early morning hours in the summer. The sun isn’t scorching hot and the awakening nature gives you an additional portion of energy. Don’t practise around midday and when it’s hot outside, you don’t want to get sunburnt or to get tan lines shaped as your favorite yoga outfit

Take a yoga blanket or a towel

Yoga mats are not always the best option for an outdoor practice since they often fold and bunch on uneven surfaces . Consider taking a yoga blanket or a towel instead, those are also very easy to wash. In case you opt for a yoga mat, make sure to read this post on keeping your yoga mat clean

Master your balance poses

The slightly uneven surface will engage and strengthen secondary muscles in your feet, legs and spine. After you've practised balance asanas outside, you'll find it a lot easier to do them in the studio. Use the chance to take your Vriksasana and Garudasana to another level

How to Slow Down Aging with Yoga

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Sat, 28 Jan 2017 16:28:00 +0000

Yoga strengthens spine

You are as young as your spine is flexible. Yoga has long been known as a great way to fix one's posture. Poor posture doesn't only cause back problems, it also makes you look older. Practicing yoga asanas also strengthens back muscles and releases tension in the shoulders. And since yoga increases body awareness, you get less likely to make movements that may harm your back

Yoga and meditation improve memory

The recent research carried out by the University of California proved that yoga and meditation are more effective for fighting the early signs of Alzheimer’s than memory enhancement exercises. The experiment lasted 12 weeks and 25 people over 55 years old participated. In addition to Kundalini Yoga practice, participants also meditated

Yoga relieves stress

As you are aging, there are even more things to worry about: you start regretting things you haven't done, you can't make peace with the way your appearence changes, you have more problems with health. And regular yoga practice is just what you need to fight stress as it normalizes your breath and teaches you to live in the moment and enjoy your life at any age

Inversions massage internal organs

Inverted poses massage our internal organs, and detoxify them. As we age, our internal organs get droopy and inverted poses slow down this process

Yoga improves overall health

It has been scientifically proven that regular exercise increases the level of somatotropin (growth hormone responsible for the growth of tissues such as skin and muscles) and androgen (hormone among everything responsible for heart health and the immune system). The study held in 2014 showed that yoga practice has a similar effect. 45 people were doing yoga and meditation for 12 weeks and demonstrated the increased levels of these hormones, so important for healthy aging. The participants also considerably lowered their body mass index

So how to slow down aging with yoga? Just keep practicing, make meditation an integral part of your daily routine and you'll live a longer and healthier life

4 Benefits of Doing Yoga at Home

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Sat, 28 Jan 2017 16:23:00 +0000

You can practice whenever you want

No need to stick to a particular timetable, you can practice every day and at any time of the day. You may realize you feel better if you do some yoga soon after waking up or before going to bed. One day you may do a restorative sequence, the next day it can be a power yoga practice

It's you who decides what to wear, what music to listen to and what atmosphere to create

You can wear your favorite yoga outfit, turn on your favorite music and light up some candles. Or you can stay in your pajamas, and listen to no music at all. When you are practicing at home, it’s all up to yo

No temptation to compare yourself to anyone

When you are in a yoga studio, it's hard to shut off the outer world and not to compare yourself with other students. During your yoga practice, you learn to respect your body and to forgive yourself for not being perfect (no one is). But if at the moment you find it hard to practice in a room full of other people, try doing yoga alone at home

It's all about you

When you are practicing in the comfort of your own home, you can fully concentrate on yourself: what your body is feeling, how you are breathing, what thoughts cross your mind. Increased self-awareness will benefit not just your yoga practice, but also your life in general

We don't encourage you to give up studio yoga classes completely. After all, doing yoga in the studio also has its benefits: well-equipped rooms with mirrors and props, an experienced instructor to help you with alignment and to inspire you, the community of like-minded people to support you. Would be interesting to know your opinion on the subject

. What do you choose?: yoga studio or home practice. Or maybe both

0 Things You Wish You Knew Before Starting Your Yoga Practice

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Sat, 28 Jan 2017 16:14:00 +0000

Even a slight pain is not okay

If you experience a sharp pain while in a pose, stop and tell your teacher about it. Yoga is not supposed to be painful. Mild pleasant pain when stretching is ok, shooting pain is not ok. Don’t push yourself too hard, take it slow, and you won’t injure yourself

Modifying a pose and using props doesn’t mean you are weak and inflexible

Sometimes we think that the way the asana looks on the photo in a yoga journal is the only right way to do it. In fact, each pose has several variations. There are ways to deepen the pose and to make it less challenging. A good teacher will offer a few variations of the same asana. And the variation that takes into consideration your needs is the one that will actually work in your case

Even a little yoga time a day may be enough

Even if you have just 10 minutes for yoga, it can be enough to unwind after work or to get tuned for the day. Short but regular yoga breaks can help you build a regular yoga habit

No one is really watching

Don’t be too concerned about what others think about your way of doing yoga once you step into a yoga class. Everyone is too concerned about themselves and it’s very likely people don’t even notice you. There is so much in yoga class to concentrate on: the breath, the alignment, the way your body reacts to movements. Focus on yourself and enjoy

How to Get Rid of Blind Pimples Naturally

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Sat, 28 Jan 2017 15:17:00 +0000

Warm Compress

Applying heat helps promote blood circulation, thus accelerating the healing process of that deepseated blind pimple. Warm compresses also help the head of the pimple surface, allowing it to pop naturally to have the healing process commenced. You can apply heat to the problem area with the help of a small jar filled with warm water. You may also rely on a small piece of washcloth that’s dipped in warm water

Honey

We all know that honey is beneficial for the health, most especially the kind that’s raw and organic. This thick and sweet liquid is also something that you may employ to help speed up the healing of that nasty blind pimple. Simply daub some honey on the trouble spot. After 15 to 20 minutes, wash off with lukewarm water. Consider doing this solution for up to thrice a day for you to attain faster results

Lemon Juice

Thanks to the acidity of lemon juice, it can help make your blind pimple go away in no time. Lemon juice helps dry that painful bump, freeing you from all the embarrassment and pain in the soonest time possible. Also, this home remedy for blind pimples helps ward off infections. Cover the swollen area with lemon juice before hitting the sack, allowing the sour liquid to do its task as you spend the next few hours in dreamland

Apple Cider Vinegar

If there’s a bottle of apple cider vinegar in your kitchen, use it as a lemon juice substitute. Its tonic properties help promote blood circulation, something that can speed up the healing process of that blind pimple. Apple cider vinegar also possesses antimicrobial properties. This means that daubing it on the problem area helps ensure that no infection will strike, keeping your beauty problem from worsening

Purely Incredible Beauty Uses of Pureed Pumpkin

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Sat, 28 Jan 2017 15:06:00 +0000

Here are some of the most incredible ways you can use pureed

pumpkin for beauty

As a Face Exfoliant

Exfoliating your face once or twice a week helps ward off dulllooking complexion. You can come up with your very own gentle exfoliant for the face by combining the following ingredients: 1 cup of pumpkin, 1/2 cup of plain yogurt, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon of raw honey. Gently massage on your face with your fingertips. Use small circular strokes. After 10 minutes, rinse off with lukewarm water, and then gently pat dry

As a Body Moisturizer

In a small plastic bowl, combine equal parts of pumpkin puree and coconut oil. Step foot in the bathroom and take a shower. After soaping and rinsing your body, spread the mixture of pumpkin puree and coconut oil all over. Have the mixture massaged really well on areas of the body that tend to get excessively dry. After a few minutes, give your body one more rinsing, pat dry and step out of the shower with velvety skin

As a Heel Beautifier

Spending several hours wearing pumps can be bad for your heels. Definitely, there is nothing pretty about dry and cracked heels. Calluses can make things worse! You can count on pureed pumpkin to keep yourself from feeling embarrassed when it’s time to go barefoot. Just massage a mix of 1/2 cup of pureed pumpkin, 2 tablespoons of olive oil and some rock salt on problem areas. Wash off with lukewarm water and dry your feet thoroughly

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Health and Beauty Benets of Cucumber Seed Essential Oil

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Fri, 27 Jan 2017 22:00:00 +0000

Every single part of a cucumber has health and beauty perks, from the peel, flesh to the seeds.

And speaking of seeds, did you know that beneficial oils may be extracted from them? Whether taken orally or applied topically, there are numerous wonderful things that cucumber seed essential oil can bring, such as

Soothed Stomach Ulcers

Having stomach ulcers can leave you in a great deal of pain, sometimes when you’re hungry and other times right after having a meal. An allnatural way to ease the severe discomfort caused by those ulcerations in the lining of your stomach is by consuming cucumber juice with about 5 drops of cucumber seed essential oil

Freshened Breath

Cucumber seeds are known to possess antimicrobial properties, and that is why oils obtain from them have the ability to zap bacteria, which you may count on each time you want to freshen your breath. Add a couple of drops of cucumber seed essential oil to a glass of water and gargle with it to get rid of those odorcausing bacteria in your mouth

Reduced Blood Pressure

There are different reasons why cucumber seed essential oil can be used to help in managing high blood pressure. First, it contains minerals like potassium and magnesium, both of which assist in blood pressure regulation. Second, cucumber seed essential oil has diuretic properties that help flush excess water out of the body

Reduced Joint Pain

Taking a glass of water with a few drops of cucumber seed essential oil is said to be very good at easing painful joints, thanks to its antiinflammatory properties. A mixture of cucumber seed essential oil and the carrier oil of your liking such as almond oil or coconut oil may also be applied on painful and swollen joints to attain muchneeded relief

Toned Skin

Is your face as shiny as a used frying pan? You can get rid of those excess oils without actually leaving your facial skin taut and dry with the use of cucumber essential oil. Add a couple of drops of it in witch hazel and apply on your face using a cotton ball or pad. Don’t forget to pay special attention to your tzone which tends to shine a lot

Health Benets of Pistachios

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Fri, 27 Jan 2017 21:20:00 +0000

The following are some of the many, many health benefits that

pistachios bring

Lowered Bad Cholesterol

Healthy fats found abundantly in pistachios, according to experts, help lower bad cholesterol. You don’t want your bad cholesterol to be elevated because it can lead to high blood pressure, something that considerably increases your odds of having a heart attack, heart disease and stroke

Beautified Skin

Other than keeping your heart in a fantastic state, healthy fats in pistachios also help keep your skin stay soft and supple. There are also plenty of antioxidants in pistachios that zap free radicals that damage healthy skin cells. In other words, including pistachios in your diet

regularly can help keep your skin stay healthy and younglooking

Lowered Anemia Risk

Irondeficiency anemia is a blood condition characterized by low red blood cell count due to insufficient iron in the body. To help boost the absorption of iron in foods, it’s a good idea to munch on some pistachios. That’s because they are good sources of copper, a mineral so

important for iron absorption

Improved Eyesight

Lutein and zeaxanthin — these antioxidants protect the eyes, and both of them can be found in good amounts in pistachios. By adding pistachios in the diet, eye specialists say that you can significantly lower your chances of having agerelated macular degeneration, something that can make you lose your eyesight

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Health Benets of Carrots

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Fri, 27 Jan 2017 12:46:00 +0000

Forget about vitamin A pills. With this orange crunchy powerfood, you get vitamin A and a host of other powerful health benefits including beautiful skin, cancer prevention, and antiaging

Read how to get maximum benefits from this amazing vegetable

Improved Vision

Western culture’s understanding of carrots being “good for the eyes” is one of the few we got right. Carrots are rich in betacarotene, which is converted into vitamin A in the liver. Vitamin A is transformed in the retina, to rhodopsin, a purple pigment necessary for night vision. Betacarotene has also been shown to protect against macular degeneration and senile cataracts. A study found that people who eat the most betacarotene had 40 percent lower risk of macular degeneration than those who consumed little

Cancer Prevention

Studies have shown carrots reduce the risk of lung cancer, breast cancer and colon cancer. Researchers have just discovered falcarinol and falcarindiol which they feel cause the anticancer properties. Falcarinol is a natural pesticide produced by the carrot that protects its roots from fungal diseases. Carrots are one of the only common sources of this compound. A study showed 1/3 lower cancer risk by carroteating mice

A Powerful Antiseptic

Carrots are known by herbalists to prevent infection. They can be used on cuts – shredded raw or boiled and mashed

Cleanse the Body

Vitamin A assists the liver in flushing out the toxins from the body. It reduces the bile and fat in the liver. The fibers present in carrots help clean out the colon and hasten waste movement

Healthy Teeth and Gums

It’s all in the crunch! Carrots clean your teeth and mouth. They scrape off plaque and food particles just like toothbrushes or toothpaste. Carrots stimulate gums and trigger a lot of saliva, which being alkaline, balances out the acidforming, cavityforming bacteria. The minerals in carrots prevent tooth damage

Apricot Kernel Health Bene ts

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Fri, 27 Jan 2017 12:22:00 +0000

Needless to say, it’s not a good idea to consume too much apricot kernels. If you intend to use them for medicinal purposes, just like in traditional Chinese medicine most especially, you should definitely talk to your physician about it. Pregnant women should avoid consuming

apricot kernels or using preparations out of them

And now that the potential risks are out of the way, let us now tackle some of the health

benefits of apricot kernels

Reduced Inflammation

It’s not just inflammation occurring in the joints that apricot kernels may control, but also the kind that happens elsewhere in the body. According to medical professionals, inflammation can be damaging to the health especially in the long run. In fact, it is usually blamed for the likes of heart disease, obesity, diabetes and metabolic problems

Blood Pressure Reduction

Just like what’s mentioned before, apricot kernels contain amygdalin. In moderate amounts, medical professionals say that amygdalin can help lower blood pressure, thus reducing a hypertensive person’s risk of having the complications of uncontrolled high blood pressure, such as organ damage and heart disease

Cancer Control

Perhaps the most popular health benefit of apricot kernels is their ability to treat all sorts of cancers. When consumed, amygdalin present in them becomes cyanide, which attacks rapidly growing cancer cells but sparing the body’s normal or healthy cells. Today, numerous medical institutions on the planet use amygdalin to control cancer

Sex Drive Increase

The consumption of apricot kernels is known to help boost one’s sex drive or libido. In many regions in Europe for so many years now, apricot kernels are regarded as potent aphrodisiacs. In fact, the intake of apricot kernels to improve the sex drive is mentioned in the masterpieces of a few literary geniuses!

Reasons to Eat Fresh or Dried Figs

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Fri, 27 Jan 2017 12:06:00 +0000

They Help Keep Your Bowel Movement Regular

Because figs are great sources of dietary fiber, consuming them can help prevent constipation. It’s also a good idea to eat some fresh or dried figs if you have lose bowel movements as fiber in these

sweet and healthy treats help add bulk to stools. By the way, fiber also helps

Eating Them in Moderation Helps Promote Weight Loss

Fiber in figs helps stave off overeating because it fills up your stomach and makes it feel full for a long time. Also, using fresh or dried figs to sweeten your oatmeal or any other healthy treat helps keep you from using refined sugar. However, see to it that you take figs in moderation to save yourself from consuming more calories than necessary

Figs are Good for the Throat and Airway

Traditionally, figs are used for treating a sore throat because of its ability to reduce inflammation. They are also consumed for healing strained vocal cords. Additionally, folk healers recommend the consumption of figs to those who are suffering from cough, acute bronchitis, and various other

problems with the airways that make breathing difficult

Their Calcium Content Help Ward Off Osteoporosis

One of the minerals present in figs is calcium. We all know that calcium is important for keeping your bones strong and healthy. Regular consumption of calciumcontaining foods such as figs is important for keeping osteoporosis at bay. You certainly don’t want to have the said disease because it weakens your bones, making them prone to being fractured

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Tips for Healthy Skin

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Wed, 25 Jan 2017 00:15:00 +0000

Good skin care — including sun protection and gentle cleansing — can keep your skin healthy and
glowing for years to come. Don’t have time for intensive skin care? Pamper yourself with the basics. Good skin care and healthy lifestyle choices can help delay the natural aging process and prevent various skin problems. Get started with these five nononsense tips

Protect yourself from the sun

One of the most important ways to take care of your skin is to protect it from the sun. A lifetime of sun exposure can cause wrinkles, age spots and other skin problems — as well as increase the risk of skin cancer. For the most complete sun protection: Use sunscreen. Use a broadspectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15. When you’re outdoors, reapply sunscreen every two hours — or more often if you’re swimming or perspiring. Seek shade. Avoid the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when the sun’s rays are strongest. Wear protective clothing. Cover your skin with tightly woven longsleeved shirts, long pants and widebrimmed hats. Also consider laundry additives, which give clothing an additional layer of ultraviolet protection for a certain number of washings, or special sunprotective clothing — which is specifically designed to block ultraviolet rays

Eat a healthy diet

A healthy diet can help you look and feel your best. Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins. The association between diet and acne isn’t clear — but some research suggests that a diet rich in vitamin C and low in unhealthy fats and processed or refined carbohydrates might promote younger looking skin.

Manage stress

Uncontrolled stress can make your skin more sensitive and trigger acne breakouts and other skin problems. To encourage healthy skin — and a healthy state of mind — take steps to manage your stress. Set reasonable limits, scale back your todo list and make time to do the things you enjoy. The results might be more dramatic than you expect

5 Quick Remedies for Tired Eyes

noreply@blogger.com (ahmed elshazly) — Tue, 24 Jan 2017 23:59:00 +0000

Our eyes can get tired easily especially when we are staring at our computer screens for hours on end
or we are reading books for several hours without giving our eyes time to rest. When this happens, our eyes tend to twitch and look puffy which can also affect our vision. Although resting our eyes is one of the best ways to bring back the natural health of our eyes, there are other steps that you can do to resolve this problem. Here are 5 quick remedies that you can use when your eyes are tired

Origins no puffery cooling mask. This product is one of the best solutions for tired eyes as it contains yeast extract, which can reduce hyperpigmentation, and aloe vera extract, to soothe and hydrate your eyes. You can leave it on for 5 to 10 minutes or wear it underneath your day cream for further protection.

Tea bags. Your tea bags aren’t just for giving you some nice, soothing drink but they can also be used to reduce the puffiness of your eyes. To use this treatment, simply place two used teabags in the fridge at least 15 minutes before you use them to cool them down. Place the teabags on your eyes and let them stay for 30 minutes. You will find that your eyes will look less tired compared to before

Philosophy miracle eye repair cream. Most face and antiaging creams contain retinoid which is found to prevent signs of aging from appearing. However, it is seldom used around the eyes because it might cause irritation. This eye repair cream, on the other hand, is quite different in the sense that, although it contains retinoid, it doesn’t come with any side effects like redness on the skin when applied. If you want to make your eyes look less tired, you should apply this cream two times a day.

Have more water. Another possible cause of puffy and tired looking eyes is that your body lacks water already. When this happens, dehydration can set which can leave your eyes puffy and unattractive. A quick remedy for this is to increase your intake of water so that your skin will remain smooth, supple, and less prone to puffiness.

Cucumber. This is a tried and tested remedy for tired eyes that has been used for ages. Slice some cucumber and place them over your eyes. Leave them for 30 minutes or until you feel a change in your eyes’ condition. The juices from the cucumber can hydrate the skin around your eyes so that they will look fresh afterwards.

These are just a few examples of quick solutions to reducing the appearance of tired eyes. What’s great about these remedies is that they can be done anywhere. You don’t have to be under the mercy of puffy and tired looking eyes anymore especially since you can follow the steps mentioned above to reveal fresh eye