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HOME REMEDIES FOR PHLEGM

2020-02-04T10:34:00.001+08:00

Since cough and flu have brought so much worries now, it's important to know ways how to prevent cough before setting in. Let's boost our immune system.

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HALSEY @ ROLLINGSTONE

2019-06-23T11:54:00.000+08:00

Posting in a magazine doesn't have to be glamorous all the time. This is HALSEY'S way of spreading how a true beauty should be. One should learn to embrace in all its form.

HARMFUL EFFECTS OF SOFTDRINKS

2018-04-01T21:49:00.001+08:00

TIRED OF BUMPY AND DARK UNDERARMS? THE ANSWER IS HERE

2017-03-03T13:27:00.001+08:00

(1) Baking soda

According to homeremediesforlife.com, two to three tablespoons of baking soda and water "exfoliates the dead skin cells and other impurities blocking the pores," thus, reducing the bumps.

(2) The retinol in Vitamin A capsules

Squeezing the oil from one or two Vitamin A capsules, and massaging it on the affected area for three minutes can improve "cell turnover and prevents the hair follicle plugging."

(3) Oils: coconut, olive, Vitamin E, tea tree

To moisturize the area and treat the bumps, just massage any of these oils on the underarm.

(4) Lactic acid in milk, sugar and sour cream, and yogurt can soften and reduce the bumps.

(5) Waxing

Some say it is painful, but when done by an expert esthetician, the procedure is so fast that you can easily forget it ever happened.

It removes the hair from the roots, so it grows back after more than a month.

The regrowth is also smoother.

(6) Intense Pulse Light or Laser Diodes

These procedures impair the hair follicle, taking a longer period of hair growth and, eventually, minimal hair growth.

Cathy said, "If you compute it, bili ka ng razor, bili ka ng ganito, magpapa-waxing ka, bibili ka ng cream, kapag kinompute mo iyan every two weeks and then versus yung hair removal, i think mas cheaper pa rin and mas safe.

"And then puputi pa yung armpits mo kasi you don't have to put all the chemicals."

(7) Botox

Dra. Vicki said, "How do I make my underarms white and beautiful? It's the most requested treatment.

Water Therapy Method

2016-03-29T20:43:00.001+08:00

Lazy-Girl Work out

2014-08-20T06:23:00.000+08:00

Why is anti-perspirant the cause of Breast Cancer

2014-08-14T20:53:00.000+08:00

WATER AND SOAP IN ARMPIT
BEFORE BEDTIME

We spend the night with clean and underarm deodorant, to be a free breathing time the armpit.
Some time ago, I went to a seminar on Breast Cancer, led by Terry Birk with support from Dan Sullivan.

During the discussion, asked why the most common reason for developing breast cancer tumors is near the armpit.
My question could not be answered at that time.
This information was sent to me recently, and I'm glad it has been answered.
I informed a friend who is undergoing chemotherapy and she said that I had this information, obtained in a support group that frequents ...
Now I want to share information with you.!The main cause of Breast Cancer
is the use of anti-perspirant!

Most products on the market are a combination of anti-perspirant/deodorants.
Look at the labels!
Deodorant is fine,
ANTI-PERSPIRANT, NO.
The concentration of toxins causes
cell mutation:
CANCER. Here's why:

The human body is just a few areas where it can eliminate toxins: behind the knees, behind the ears, the English area and armpits.
Toxins are eliminated through perspiration.
The anti-perspirant, as the name says, prevents you from perspiring, thereby inhibiting the body to eliminate toxins through the armpits.
These toxins do not magically disappear.

As not come with sweat, the organism ta deposited in the lymph glands found under the arms.
Most breast cancers occur in the upper outside quadrant of the breast area.
Precisely where are the glands in men seems to occur to a lesser extent, but are not exempt from
Breast Cancer develop because of the anti-perspirant used instead of soap and water.
The difference lies in the fact that when men use anti-perspirant, not applied directly to the skin, they do so in large part on the hair of the armpits.

Women who apply antiperspirant or aftershave shaving the underarms, increase the risk due to tiny injuries and skin irritations which make harmful chemical components to penetrate more quickly into the body,

Please pass this informatión everyone ...
Breast Cancer is becoming frighteningly common and this warning may save some lives.
If somehow doubt this information, they can make their own investigations
They'll probably come to the same conclusion.

What You Don't Know About Tomatoes

2014-07-10T23:10:00.006+08:00

Tomatoes for firm, healthy skin
If there were an award for a bargain superfood the tomato would get top honours. You see tomatoes are two pronged in the quest for firm healthy skin. First off, as these red beauties are power packed with Vitamin C, they help aid collagen production, which helps keep the skin firm, tight and taut. Secondly they have a stimulating affect on blood circulation to the skin as they contain lycopene. In fact, British research studies have shown a diet including lycopene-rich tomato paste can protect against sunburn and sun-induced skin aging.

5 Simple Ways To Test If You have Really clean skin

2014-07-10T22:52:00.002+08:00

1. After washing your face every morning, cleanse with a gentle toner to get rid of deep-seated dirt.Be sure to use products that are formulated for your skin type to address your skin’s individual needs and avoid irritation.
2. When your skin feels oily during the day, resist the urge to apply pressed powder, which will just tend to cake up and suffocate skin. Instead, sop up oil with a face blotter, or spritz face with a refreshing facial mist (pat gently or wipe face clean, if needed).
3. Never ever go to sleep without washing the day’s grime off your face. Make sure you wipe off every last trace of oil and makeup with a good toner. Laziness is a pimple waiting to happen!
4. Once a week, use a mild exfoliant to slough off dead skin cells that may clog pores—but be careful not to overdo this, or you may irritate skin.
5. If you’re diligent about keeping your face clean, but still have pimples mushrooming on your cheek or chin, the culprit may be your mobile phone! Make sure you wipe it down daily with alcohol (who knows what filthy surfaces it has been on), and try not to let it touch your face when taking a call.Same goes for your hands—keep them clean and away from your face!

Health Tips for Student's Success

2014-06-18T09:06:00.002+08:00

Don’t Wait Until You’re Sick to Take Care of Yourself!

1. EAT BREAKFAST. Whether you’re rolling out of bed at noon or up at the crack of dawn

for class, make sure you start your day off with a healthy meal to give you energy and help you

concentrate on your school work and not your growling stomach.

2. TRY TO EAT HEALTHY. Even if fruits and vegetables aren’t your favorite foods, try to

incorporate at least a few of them into your diet each day AND limit the amount of junk food

you eat. Sugary foods may taste yummy, but can leave you feeling sluggish.

3. WORK IN WALKING. Make walking your main form of transportation on campus. There’s

no better way to work exercise into a busy schedule than walking at a brisk pace around

campus.

4. RELIEVE STRESS THROUGH EXERCISE. Spend some time at the Recreation and Wellness

Center. It’s free for ODU students. Regular exercise can help with stress reduction. Find an

activity that you like or take a group fitness class.

5. GET A FLU SHOT. Getting the flu in college can really set you back. Avoid the fever,

aches, fatigue and cough associated with the flu. Student Health offers flu shots at low cost to

all ODU students.

6. BE PREPARED FOR & TRY TO PREVENT MINOR ILLNESS AND INJURIES. Having a

thermometer, Tylenol, a decongestant and cough syrup will help you to take care of yourself if

you get a cold. Some antibiotic ointment (like bacitracin) and some bandaids will be helpful for

minor cuts. It’s also important to remember to wash your hands – studies have shown that

simple hand washing can help prevent a large number of illnesses.

7. ALCOHOL & GPA DO NOT MIX. Studies have shown that as alcohol consumption

increases, GPA decreases. Don’t risk your academic success by consuming alcohol irresponsibly.

8. GET ENOUGH SLEEP. Without sleep, you’re not going to be able to concentrate well

enough to get the most out of your classes.

9. GET TESTED. Know your status for sexually transmitted infections by getting tested.

Practice safe sex by using protection correctly and consistently. Condoms are sold at the health

center for a small fee and each time you visit the lobby you can pick-up 3 condoms for free! STI

testing is also available at Student Health Services.

10. STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES IS HERE FOR YOU! If you have a health concern, schedule an

appointment.

Source: http://studentaffairs.odu.edu/healthservices/announcements/Health%20Tips%20for%20College%20Students.pdf

WAYS AND GUIDE TO SELF-REINVENTION

2014-05-18T22:56:00.003+08:00

Get clean. Bathe at least once every two days. But don't wash your hair everyday, especially if it's coloured! This will fade your colour and dry out your hair. Feeling and looking clean is crucial. Wash with a nice smelling body soap three times with a bathing sponge and you will smell great. Get out and pat yourself dry with a soft, fluffy towel, and rub in some rich body lotion that doesn't smell strong. You need to be soft and able to cuddle at all times, don't neglect your hands, elbows, and feet. If possible try to layer matching scents on your body, such as soap, lotion, powder, and perfume. For example: If you bathe with a citrus smelling body soap, try to wear a citrus-smelling lotion also. Also make sure you shave your legs and underarms. Have deodorant on so you don't have sweat stains.

Practice good dental hygiene as well. This includes brushing, flossing and even mouth wash. Clean your tongue with a tongue cleaner or a spoon every morning for fresh breath. Get a check up and have your teeth cleaned often. Invest in a good toothbrush, water pick, and mouthwash. Always keep mints or breath spray on hand.

Get groomed. Work with what you've got. But keep it neat and tidy. Trim finger and toe nails weekly, remembering to clean under the nail. No fancy nail polish colors are needed, but a simple beige color looks delicious.To do your eye brows with tweezers numb them with an ice cube then soothe them with any cream but if you can an Aloe Vera based one and pluck away. This takes away the pain and gives you full precision on the shape you want for your eyebrows. Or just wait until you get out of the shower, it'll hurt less. Once every 2 or 3 weeks, have a pampering day, including a manicure, pedicure, facial, and bubble bath, even if it's just a spa day at home.

Style your hair. Make a trip to the hair salon. A new cut or style will make you feel sexy and confident. Having a change of hair color is nice, too. Go for something natural and not too dramatic. Deep condition your hair at least once a month. In the mornings, flat iron your hair or put it in a messy bun, depending on your style. Adding extensions or a wig can radically change an everyday look from "ho-hum" to "wow" to turn a few heads. Studies show that most men are more attracted to longer hair. This is because longer, glossier hair is associated with health; if you get ill, the first thing the body stops maintaining is your hair in order to concentrate on sustaining more vital areas. And in terms of evolution, it makes more sense for a guy to be attracted to a healthy girl, it's become natural to be attracted to hair that looks more healthy. Get split ends treated for shinier hair and use heat protectant to prevent them from coming back.

Create winning skin. Do a steam facial maybe once a week for up to 10 minutes, to open up your pores and get rid of blackheads and acne. To do this, get a bowl of boiling water and a towel, and just sit with your face in the steam, using the towel as a little tent/mini sauna over your head and the bowl. Doing it for longer then 10 minutes will just stress out your skin, which will just make it worse, so be careful. Wash your face right away afterwards with a cleanser made for your type of skin. Then rinse and splash your face with cold water to close your pores or, alternatively, get an ice cube and wait for it to melt a little. Then smooth it gently over your face until it melts; this closes your pores and prevents dirt going back into them. An alternative to this is to use a facial scrub to get rid of flaky, dead skin cells.

Optional: Put on a self-tanner lotion for the face. (2 shades darker is perfect for pale skin types) Put a dime size on each cheek and one on your forehead. Blend into your complexion. Wait until dry, about 2 minutes, and wait about 30 minutes until you see results. The great thing about self tanners is that they last all day and you don't have to reapply it like make-up. For darker skin tones, use a bronzer on the cheeks and lids for a more natural sun-kissed glow with lip gloss on the lips.

Show your style.
Look in the mirror. Pick your features of which you are most satisfied with, and show them off with clothes, makeup, or accessories. If you seem to know what you've got, others will get the message and notice you for what you have.
Invest in a good pair of curve-hugging jeans. Dark denim looks good on all body types.
Pick some clothes that flatter your figure and that you feel comfortable in. There's no point picking the latest fashions if you don't feel comfortable in them. Pick clothes that make you feel like you.
Wear lace-up flats or sneakers. Flats are cute and comfortable, two characteristics that you rarely ever find together in the shoe department.
Wear jewelry that excites you. Find colorful, fun, bright chunky necklaces and bracelets, but if you wear lots of pearls and beads, don't wear a shirt that has a pattern or a picture on it. Wear a monochromatic top with lots of multicolored jewelry.
Black is sexy. It hides fat, creates curves and makes you feel like a goddess.
Sexy undergarments. But don't flash them. Be classy about it otherwise you look trashy. Try to maintain class as much as possible, while still being sexy.

Wear make-up. Just make sure not to go overboard. Subtle is very sexy in the same way that less is more. Accent one feature at a time. For example, one day, put on lip-liner, bold red lipstick, and mascara. For another day, wear subtle pink or clear lip gloss, and wear eye-liner to make your eyes stand out. If you need help creating a look, a mall makeup counter or independent beauty consultant would be happy to teach you for free.

Get-in-Shape. Create a workout plan. Crunches and lunges equal flat, hard ab muscles, lunges equal toned legs, and squats equal a toned backside. Running or jogging works all muscles of the body and increases your stamina. Plus, the hormones your body releases while exercising carry on through your evening activities to contribute to your new sexy attitude.
Remember that if your workout goal is to lose weight, you're going to need to sweat, and for an extended period of time. Lifting weights will help you drop pounds, since muscle mass burns calories increasing your metabolism. If weight loss is your goal, a good starting point is to do something that gets your heart rate up, like walking briskly, swimming, dancing, or biking, for 30 minutes, 3 times per week. Most importantly, make sure you are burning more calories in a day than you consume. This is the only way you will ever lose weight. If you exercise a bunch but then gorge yourself you will be more fit but still will not lose fat.
Choose a work-out regimen that you enjoy. Hate running? Then don't run. Try different activities until you find one that makes you happier than you were when you began. Then, stick with it. Give it a week or two; once you're "over the hump," it will start feeling like fun instead of torture.
If you're dissatisfied with your body, by all means, work on getting healthier, but remember that "sexy" isn't a body shape. It's an aura. So start working on feeling sexy now. Getting slim and toned can augment sexiness, but it can never replace it. Owning a Steinway isn't the same thing as being a master pianist; in the same way, owning a "hot" body isn't the same thing as being sexy. Learn to play the "piano" you've got. Work it and love it, and everyone else will too.
Sexy doesn't equal skinny. Men are attracted to all body types. Curvy women are sexy too.

Remember to be who you are and act yourself. Try to be original and unique in your sexiness, not just a bimbo emulating or trying to be somebody else. Confidence is the key. Sex appeal involves a belief in yourself that you can and will appear sexy. Most public icons or even film stars carry their sexiness in their confidence. Even a simple smile shows confidence and appeal. In fact the starting point to sexiness starts with confidence.

Highlight your positive features. If you have pretty blue eyes, then show them off. If you have a beautiful smile, then flash those pearly whites. Touching or licking your lips draws attention and looks really sexy, if they like you, they will immediately think about kissing you. Whatever your positive feature might be, if you feel sexy and confident, then it will show!

Source: http://www.wikihow.com/Look-Sexy

Health Benefits of Ginger

2014-05-14T07:46:00.000+08:00

The Surprising Health Benefits of Ginger

By Mother Nature Network (mnn.com) | Healthy Living

Grate ginger into a cup of hot water with honey and lemon for quick relief of many symptoms.

If you've ever taken ginger ale for an upset tummy, you understand the health benefits of ginger. Going back more than 2,000 years in China, the herb has been used to treat nausea, upset stomach and help with digestion and diarrhea.

Used in stir fries and Asian cooking, the spicy, pungent underground rhizome of the ginger plant is firm with a striated texture. It may be yellow, white or red, depending on the variety, and is covered with a thin or thick brownish skin, depending on whether the plant was harvested mature or young.

What's ginger good for?

As it turns out, plenty. A 2009 study found ginger supplements when taken alongside anti-vomiting medicine reduced chemotherapy-induced nausea in patients by 40 percent.

Also see: 6 recipes where ginger is the star

"Therapeutically, it's also used for poor circulation and lower back pain. On an emotional level, it can act as a catalyst if you are procrastinating and lack the drive to take action," says Laurie Steelsmith, a licensed naturopathic doctor and author of "Natural Choices for Women's Health."

Studies have shown it can also ease muscle pain, eliminate inflammation, help with painful menstruation and migraines, and may even slow or kill ovarian and colon cancer cells. Here are some other health benefits of ginger:

Nausea and motion sickness: Ginger is well known for its ability to ease nausea, and it's helpful for motion and sea sickness. Women suffering from morning sickness were given beverages with ginger during the first trimester of pregnancy, and when compared with women given a placebo, ginger alleviated the nausea in a large majority of the cases.

Also see: The amazing health benefits of turmeric

Diabetes complications: Studies show ginger may reduce urine protein levels, decrease water intake and urine output, and reverse proteinuria, which is kidney damage caused by too much protein in the urine. Ginger may also protect nerves in diabetics and lower blood fat levels. "Ginger can help increase circulation, thin blood, and lower both blood pressure and cholesterol," says author Steelsmith.

Arthritis: A placebo-controlled, double-blind, crossover study published in the journal Osteoarthritis Cartilage found patients with painful arthritis in the knee who were given ginger vs. a placebo experienced significantly less pain and loss of movement compared to those taking the placebo.

Cold and flu: Chinese medicine practitioners commonly prescribe ginger to treat symptoms of colds and flu. The root acts as an antihistamine and decongestant, two cold-easing effects that can help with symptoms.

Also see: 5 anti-inflammatory foods

A dose of ginger

Ginger is susceptible to heat and oxygen, so handle carefully when using this herb and store in a cool, dry place or the crisper bin of the refrigerator for two to three weeks.

To make a tea, shave the skin from a piece of fresh ginger, cut off a 2-inch chunk and slice it into 2 cups of water to simmer covered for 20 minutes. Remove the slices and pour into a mug and add honey and a squeeze of lemon. Eat the slices after drinking the tea. Drink up to three cups of tea per day, before meals.

Ginger capsules or powder are also available. Take at least 2,000 milligrams three times or more per day with or without food.

Do not take ginger with blood thinners without first consulting your health care provider. Ginger may also lower blood sugar and interact with blood pressure altering medications, so speak with your physician prior to using ginger if you take any medications.

Also see: 6 cocktails with medicinal roots: Dark and Storm

Source:https://ph.she.yahoo.com/blogs/healthy-living/surprising-health-benefits-ginger-161200282.html

Single Best Ab Exercise

2014-05-08T15:14:00.000+08:00

The Single Best Ab Exercise You Can Do

By YouBeauty.com | Healthy Living

Who knew the humble crunch was so powerful?Thinking about ditching boring crunches for planks or the latest abdominal exercise equipment? Not so fast. According to an April 2014 research report, the traditional crunch is king when it comes to targeting your ab muscles.

The folks at American Council on Exercise (ACE) commissioned the study from the University of Wisconsin, La Crosse to compare the effectiveness of the most popular abdominal exercises and equipment to the traditional crunch. Researchers looked at a variety of equipment including the Ab Circle Pro, Ab Roller, Ab Lounge, Perfect Sit-Up, Ab Coaster, Ab Rocket, Ab Wheel and Ab Straps. They also evaluated core exercises such as the yoga boat pose, stability ball crunch, decline bench curl-up, captain's chair crunch, bicycle crunch, side plank and front plank.

MORE: What Causes Old-People Smell?

The result: None of these were as effective at strengthening the abdominals as the traditional crunch.

Surprised? So were we. Crunches seem to have fallen by the gym's wayside recently in lieu of "better" or more "natural" core exercises. But if you ask Jacque Ratliff, an ACE certified personal trainer and exercise physiologist, the traditional crunch is still the best option for stronger abs.

"Although we may not think [crunches are] 'natural,' there are several sports and daily activities in which this movement is found," explains Ratliff. "Examples include getting out of bed in the morning, playing with kids on the floor, getting up from a fall and sports such as wrestling, gymnastics and MMA. Although the results of the study may seem surprising to some, it really just reinforces the fact that, when done correctly, the traditional crunch is still one of the best ways to effectively target the abdominals."

And the results speak for themselves. Researchers placed electrodes on the upper and lower rectus abdominis, external obliques and the rectus femoris of participants. After testing all of the available exercises and equipment, the crunch was found to have the greatest muscle activation. In fact, the Ab Wheel, Ab Circle Pro, side plank and front plank all had significantly lower muscle activation in the upper abdominals, and the Ab Circle Pro, side plank and front plank also had decreased muscle activation in the lower abdominals.

MORE: 8 Exercises That Target Your Lower Abs

So does that mean we should ditch all other ab moves? Nope. "The traditional crunch is a great exercise for improving abdominal strength," says Ratliff. "However, it may not be appropriate or safe for everyone. When asking yourself, 'What is the best ab exercise?' it is important to think about your goals. If your goal is to improve trunk stability, then the traditional crunch may not be the best option; however, if you are looking to strengthen your abs during forward flexion, then the traditional crunch is a great move."

The key to actually reaping the ab-toning benefits of crunches is to do them properly. Here's how, according to Ratliff:

The traditional crunch starts with lying on your back on the ground. (The ACE study was done with knees bent and feet on the ground). Place your hands on the back of your head-not on your neck-and curl your shoulders and upper back off the ground by pushing your forehead toward the ceiling. "A common error that people make is tucking their chin to their chest and using their hands to pull their head forward, which places undo stress on the cervical spine," notes Ratliff. "The hands should simply serve as a resting place for the head and the abs should be used to curl the rib cage toward the hip bones."

Bottom line: Crunches may not be for you if you have back problems. And if you love your planks or the latest ab gadget, you don't have to give them up. Instead, consider adding some proper crunches into your ab-blasting routine to target and tone those pesky stomach muscles.

- by Deborah Dunham

Originally published on YouBeauty.

TIPS TO PREVENT BAD BREATH

2014-05-01T22:14:00.000+08:00

5 Things You Do Daily that Make You Age Faster

2014-04-30T00:36:00.000+08:00

You're becoming a slouch-literally

Slouching over and staring down at our tech devices all day and most of the night is wrecking our posture.

You let your cleaning supplies do all of the work

While dishwashers and iRobots are ah-mazing, we're now 30 percent less active than our mothers and grandmothers around the house.

You focus on what's in season with fashion, but not with food

"Fruits and raw veggies are naturally cooling and energizing during the summer when we're more physically active, while beans and root vegetables keep us warm in the winter.

You can't remember the last time you had a conversation that didn't involve emoticons.
"Social interaction-face-to-face, in-person, quality, engaged contact-contributes to mental, emotional and physical health," notes Allen

You act like skin cancer is no biggie
Tanning beds blast you with 12- to 15-times more ultraviolet radiation than the sun, which means you're that much more likely to get wrinkles, dark spots, thick leathery skin and cancer. And that cancer could be the deadly kind.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF OKRA

2014-04-24T22:43:00.000+08:00

Okra Kills 72% of Breast Cancer Cells & Slows Growth in Vitro: A newly discovered lectin in common okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) was shown to kill 72% of human breast cancer cells (MCF7) in vitro, mostly by inducing programmed cell death (apoptosis). The okra extract was also shown to slow the growth of breast cancer cells by 63%. It's interesting that we are still discovering new anti-cancer compounds in common foods we eat on a regular basis. The research on #okrafor preventing #cancer is just starting up, however another recent study has shown that okra pectin is active against highly metastatic melanoma cells (B16F10), reducing their proliferation, inducing cell cycle arrest and programmed cell death (apoptosis). In another study, the "Southern" eating pattern, characterized by eating okra, grits, cornbread, beans, rice and sweet potatoes, was shown to reduce the risk of prostate cancer by 40% in a group of American men, but interestingly a diet richer in fruit & vegetables did not reduce risk in that group. Bottom line: okra is a healthy food which is already widely consumed, and now latest research tells us it may give protection from at least three different cancers. More research is needed to confirm this in humans but in the meantime, it may be a good choice to add okra to your regular diet, which should already contain a wide variety of vegetables - and plenty of them.

SOURCE:http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24129958

2014-04-11T15:58:00.001+08:00

Seven Ways To Wear Your BB Cream

By Tatin Yang for Yahoo Southeast Asia – 5 hours ago

BB Cream is a godsend for many women who are too lazy to go through an extensive beauty routine or for those who are afraid of makeup. The original cream was developed as a multitasking post-procedure anti-blemish balm, and today's formulas live up to its promise of delivering beauty benefits without taking up too much of your time or effort.

Check out the seven ways you can make your BB Cream work to bring out your prettiest self.

1. Glow-maker
Most BB creams are infused with luminescent, light-reflecting properties that bring a pretty glow to your face, making it look as if it were Photoshopped or professionally lit. Get your face glowing by applying the product on the raised parts of your face—top of forehead, nose bridge, cheekbones, brow bone, and Cupid's bow. This will help catch the light for your skin to reflect back, giving you an angel-like ethereal glow (just like your favorite K-Pop star!).

2. Everyday foundation
If you find powder or cream foundation to heavy for everyday use, switch out your daily foundation to BB cream instead. The lightweight cream has an airy texture but offers sufficient coverage to hide blemishes and problem areas. For an airbrushed look, apply with a stippling brush and buff and blend well.

3. Concealer booster
If your undereye circles are darker the usual no thanks to job stress and deadlines, use a luminescent BB cream to give your concealer an extra boost. Patting on BB cream over your favorite concealer will help reflect light and make your undereye area brighter and more even-toned.

4. Blush corrector
If you're in a hurry and find that you've slapped on too much blush where you look clownish instead of prettily flushed, use BB cream to fix your makeup boo-boos. Simply use a stippling brush to buff over any makeup mistakes you've made—this will instantly fix it without you having to erase and start over again.

5. Daily sunscreen
A lot of BB creams have lightening ingredients that help even out skin tone to bring out fairer, rosier skin. Look for products that have melanin inhibitors like niacinamide and 12HSA. Make sure your chosen cream also contains SPF to help you skip a step in your daily beauty routine. A BB cream infused with sun-shielding ingredients will help protect your skin from damage and premature wrinkling caused by the sun.

6. Blemish buster
Hide offending zits while treating them at the same time by using BB cream for coverage instead of powder or cream base. Look for a BB cream that matches your skin tone and dab it on the trouble spots with your finger until the blemishes disappear. Don't use powder to set it; bring a tube of BB cream and reapply when necessary to help heal acne as well.

7. Wrinkle diffuser
Instantly banish fine lines and wrinkles with a BB cream with light-diffusing properties. A cream that contains collagen and skin fillers will help plump up tired-looking skin to make you look younger and fresher. Look for a BB cream containing pro-cell complex, which works to stimulate collagen production from within.

2014-04-08T23:51:00.000+08:00

7 Diseases that Strike Younger Than You Think
By The Editors of Prevention | Healthy Living – 20 hours ago
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"When we're young, we think we're invincible," says Georges Benjamin, MD, Executive Director of the American Public Health Association. "But we're not." And increasingly, diseases we commonly associate with people in their 60s and 70s are hitting two, three, or even four decades earlier. Why? Better screening and early detection are part of the picture, but lifestyle factors such as poor diet and the fact that we're living more sedentary lives are to blame as well.

Here, 7 diseases you can do something about today--to make sure you feel better, longer.

PLUS: Cutting-edge research reveals the seven steps you can take to live longer!
Melanoma
Typical age of diagnosis: 50s and beyond
But it can hit as early as: Late teens and early twenties
What you can do now: Steer clear of tanning salons--even occasional trips to the tanning bed can triple your chances of developing melanoma, according to the journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention. Avoiding the sun altogether is next to impossible, so use a daily moisturizer with at least SPF 15--but many experts think SPF 30 is preferable. Wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen if you're going to be outside, and avoid going out between 10 am to 2 pm, when the rays are most intense, says Thomas S. Kupper, MD, professor of dermatology at Harvard Medical School. There's also some evidence that a daily vitamin D supplement can help keep melanoma at bay, he adds.
MORE: 20 Ways to Cancerproof Your Life

Osteoporosis
Typical age of diagnosis: 65 and beyond
But it can hit as early as: 50s
What you can do now: Don't wait! "It's vital to strengthen bones early with vitamin D supplements and calcium," says Kathryn Diemer, MD, clinical director of the Bone Health Program at Washington University School of Medicine. Do regular exercises that build muscle and strengthen your skeleton--such as jogging, walking, or climbing stairs. "Smoking and alcohol are really toxic to the bones," says Dr. Diemer. Stick to one glass a day for women, two for men, and ditch smoking. Finally, avoid cola: Its high phosphoric acid content can leach calcium from your bones.

Stroke
Typical age of diagnosis: Over 65
But it can hit as early as: 20s or 30s
What you can do now: If you smoke cigarettes even occasionally, now's the time to quit because smoking doubles your chance of stroke. Something else that ratchets up risk? Health problems such as high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, and high cholesterol. "Diseases that increase risk should be treated early--and be controlled," explains Shazam Hussain, MD, Section Head of the Cleveland Clinic Stroke Program. Dr. Hussain also recommends reducing your salt and trans fat intake, eating fish twice a week, and exercising. "Even if it's 30 minutes of walking a day, it will make a difference," he says. (Check out 13 more ways to naturally lower your blood pressure.)

Breast Cancer
Typical age of diagnosis: 45 and above
But it can hit as early as: Teens
What you can do now: For most women, exercising regularly, staying slim, and restricting alcohol to one glass of wine a day can help reduce risk, says Ann Partridge, MD, director of the Program for Young Women with Breast Cancer at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. But if there is a clear hereditary predisposition, says Dr. Partridge, there are more drastic options for prevention, such as prescription drugs or--if risk is high--double mastectomy.
PLUS: 7 "Healthy" Habits That Aren't

Alzheimer's
Typical age of diagnosis: Over 65
But it can hit as early as: 40s
What you can do now: Work your mental muscle! "We can prime our bodies and minds to lower our susceptibility to the problem," says Gustavo Alva, MD, distinguished fellow of the American Board of Psychiatry. Using parts of the brain that are infrequently exercised--by picking up a new language or learning to play a musical instrument--will help to counter cognitive decline. "What's good for the heart is also good for the brain," adds Alva, "so it's important to maintain low cholesterol, keep blood pressure down, and stay in shape."

RELATED: Wondering whether or not you should get a nagging health concern checked by a doctor? Here are 6 Health Problems To Never Ignore.

Type 2 Diabetes
Typical age of diagnosis: 40s and 50s
But it can hit as early as: Childhood
What you can do now: Food is your medicine here. "The increase of young people with type 2 diabetes is largely due to how they're eating and a sedentary lifestyle," says Michelle F. Magee, MD, director of the MedStar Diabetes Institute. Most people are overweight when diagnosed, and excess weight--especially around the waist--increases risk. Be sure to avoid high glycemic, low-fiber foods--and you might want to add nitrates to the don't-eat list. A 2009 study found a connection between the disease and exposure to nitrates, nitrites and nitrosamines through processed and preserved foods.

MORE: These 8 Powerful Disease-Fighting Foods are surprising sources of antioxidants and other nutrients.

Gout
Typical age of diagnosis: 50s and 60s
But it can hit as early as: 30s
What you can do now: While gout is common in older adults, it's becoming increasingly common in 30-somethings, too--and that can be prevented by laying off the booze and keeping your weight in check. "Obesity and binge drinking are mostly to blame for younger adults developing gout," says E. Robert Harris, MD, of the Arthritis Foundation. "But rapid weight loss from crash diets also results in elevated levels of uric acid--which causes attacks."

HOW TO REV UP YOUR METABOLISM

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HEY, SPEEDY

Running doesn't just burn calories. It also slows the aging process, a Stanford University study suggests. We've got six more ways you can rev up your metabolism.

Terry Doyle

LIFT WEIGHTS
Sculpting and maintaining lean muscle keeps your metabolism on high, because it uses more energy (as in burns more calories) than fat. Aim to strength train for 20 minutes, three times a week.

Arthur Belebeau

DO SOME CARDIO

Got four minutes? Try Tabata, the high-intensity form of interval training that alternates 20 seconds of all-out effort with 10 seconds of rest. It's quick and effective—a new study shows Tabata can double your metabolic rate for 30 minutes post-exercise. Or try some at-home routines.

Arthur Belebeau

EAT OFTEN

Your body needs a little energy to digest food, so having small, frequent meals (around 200 calories) stokes your metabolism. Don't cut cals; split 'em up. For example, eat half of your lunch at 11 a.m. and the rest at 2 p.m.

Arthur Belebeau

DRINK MORE WATER

It's key to fueling metabolic chemical reactions—if you don't sip enough, your metabolism becomes less efficient. A good rule: Try to get 2 quarts of fluids (8 ounces times eight) daily. Fruit, veggies and other liquids (e.g., coffee) count, too.

Arthur Belebeau

FILL UP ON FIBER

It's not easy to digest, and that's a good thing. You burn extra energy processing fiber, keeping your metabolism humming. Aim to get 25 to 30 grams daily.

Arthur Belebeau

CHOOSE PROTEIN

Its amino acids rebuild muscle tissue—crucial, because if muscles break down, metabolism slows. Women should eat 70 g a day.

YOU'VE BEEN BREATHING WRONG YOUR ENTIRE LIFE

2014-03-30T00:25:00.001+08:00

Although you've been breathing since the moment you were born, you've probably been doing it all wrong. "We're all born knowing how to inhale and exhale correctly, but with today's technology, hurried schedules, and everyday stress, most of us have lost that ability," says Belisa Vranich, Psy.D., author of the new book, Breathe: 14 Days to Oxygenating, Recharging, and Fueling Your Body & Brain. "As a result, most of us 'under-breathe' in a dysfunctional way." And this dysfunctional breathing can make you feel winded during CrossFit or after climbing a few flights of stairs, no matter how fit you are. Oxygen is fuel, and part of feeling fatigued during exercise has to do with not fueling our cells well enough through our breath. "You can have the heart and cardiovascular system of an elite athlete but the lungs and breathing muscles of a total couch potato," Vranich says. Fortunately re-learning the right way to breathe is easy. The first step is realizing which muscles are your breath muscles: your diaphragm, abdominals, obliques, and intercostals. When you strengthen these muscles, just like you would your hamstrings or glutes, not only will your breathing improve, but you may also notice a litany of benefits such as improved endurance, more energy, less stress, fewer GI problems, and a better immune system, Vranich says. RELATED: 7 Single Health Moves with Serious Impact Use this easy "workout" to better your breathing. Complete these exercises once a day for 14 days, and soon your previous dysfunctional breathing will feel unnatural. 1. Stretch. Just like any workout, you need to warm up first. Think about it like packing a suitcase: You want to use every nook and cranny to maximize space. To stretch out the intercostal muscles-located between your ribs-sit up straight and drape one arm over your head so your biceps is covering your ear. Inhale while leaning to the side away from the raised arm, then repeat on the other side. Do 3 to 4 reps per side. 2. Focus on the exhale. When you think about breathing, you probably focus on inhaling. But exhaling is key to a better breath since mediocre exhalations only release 70 percent of air in your lungs, Vranich says, preventing them from expanding to their full capacity on your next inhale. This exercise, called exhale maximization, pushes out as much stale air as possible. Squeeze out every last bit of air with your core and ab muscles on your next exhale. And don't stop at a flat stomach-go one step further so your belly "scoops in." Maybe even use your fingers to push air out of your belly. Take 5 normal breaths, focusing on the exhale. On the 5 breaths, concentrate on taking a really big inhale, and notice how much more efficient your breath is after "emptying out" beforehand. 3. "Sip" in some air. Now that you've cleared out those lunges, it's time for inhale maximization. Sit down, as you may feel lightheaded, which only means you're doing it right, Vranich says. Inhale completely, then without exhaling, take another breath, opening your mouth as if you're "sipping" air. (It should feel hard.) After each sip, relax your shoulders, and continue adding sips until you feel like you might explode-you should feel an urgency to exhale. Each inhale maximization should last for 2 to 3 seconds total. Aim for 10 reps. RELATED: 9 "High Maintenance" Health Habits That Truly Pay Off 4. Practice blowing out candles. Exhale pulsations, also known as the yogic "breath of fire," are short, sharp exhales that involve a pumping action where your abs move from neutral to concave. This exercise targets your core muscles so you can exhale more effectively. Exhale through your mouth as if you were blowing out a row of candles, letting the air hit the back of your teeth in order to make the exhale audible. (If you've never done this before, it will help if you put one finger up at arm's length in order to feel the exhale.) The inhale happens passively on its own. Vranich recommends starting with at least 20 to 30 reps, adding 2 every day or 5 a week. Your goal is 100 eventually.

5. Let it drop. This advanced exercise combines an exhale with a belly contraction. While on all fours, keeping your back flat, relax your belly, letting it drop completely toward the floor. (We know, it's not the sexiest look, but trust us here.) On an exhale, "pick up" your belly by contracting your middle and holding it for a second, then let it drop back down on the inhale. Try for 10 to 15 reps, or when you start to feel a burn. Work to increase your max reps.

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SCIENCE CONFIRMS THE ABSOLUTE BEST DIET FOR HEALTH

2014-03-30T00:11:00.002+08:00

In a sweeping article in the January 2014 Annual Review of Public Health, Dave Katz, M.D., from the Prevention Research Center at the Yale University School of Public Health, reviewed the health benefits and research supporting six of the most popular diet trends: low carb, low fat, low glycemic, Mediterranean, Paleo and vegan. He compared his findings with the outcomes associated with a regular old "mixed, balanced" diet, what we might once have referred to as eating square meals-a combination of plant and animal foods that conforms to standardized dietary guidelines like the recommended daily intakes set by the Institute of Medicine.

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The results might shock you. Or bore you. Either way, the choice is clear. The winner, say Katz and his co-author, is a diet comprising "preferentially minimally processed foods direct from nature and food made up of such ingredients, ... mostly plants, and ... in which animal foods are themselves the products, directly or ultimately, of pure plant foods."

The problem with each of the others isn't that they're inherently "wrong," the report concludes. The problem is that each, by virtue of being prized and heavily marketed for its distinctions, misses the point that their individual successes are due to the commonalities among them. To wit: While blind adherence to a low-carb or low-glycemic diet might exclude nutritious fruits and vegetables, a more thoughtful approach emphasizes a limit on refined starches and added sugar. So does a Mediterranean diet. And a Paleo diet, which also espouses an unprocessed, straight-from-nature ethos. Just like its apparent opposites, vegetarianism and veganism.

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Katz writes, "Can we say what diet is best for health? If diet denotes a very specific set of rigid principles, then even this necessarily limited representation of a vast literature is more than sufficient to answer with a decisive no. If, however, by diet we mean a more general dietary pattern, a less rigid set of guiding principles, the answer reverts to an equally decisive yes." And by this sensible standard, disturbingly rare in mass media for its lack of pizzazz, the elements shared by all of the fad diets and hyped lifestyles should be the ruling principles for everyone: limit refined starches, added sugars and processed foods; favor good fats over bad fats; eat a lot of whole plant foods; eat lean meat and seafood, or don't.

If you thrive on rules, go by the one set down by Michael Pollan (even Katz quotes it in his paper): Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants.

- by Amanda Shupak

Originally published on YouBeauty.com.

WOMEN AWARENESS ON Pap and HPV TESTS

2014-03-29T00:04:00.000+08:00

Stay Healthy With Pap and HPV Tests

Most women will be infected by HPV, a common skin cell virus, at some point in their lives.

The virus is transmitted through skin-to-skin contact in the genital area, most often by sexual intercourse.

Most HPV infections will go away on their own within two years.

The HPV test looks to see if the types of the virus that can cause cervical cancer are present in the cells of the cervix.

The Pap test looks at the cells for abnormal changes on the cervix caused by HPV.

If certain types of HPV infect cervical cells for a prolonged period of time, there is a risk that the cells will change abnormally and may progress to cancer cells.

Two types—HPV 16 and HPV 18—are responsible for 70 percent of all cervical cancer.

If the HPV test is positive, it does not mean that a partner has been unfaithful. In fact, the reason women 30 and older, and not younger women, are tested for HPV is to find infections that have been present for a long time.

If you have a high-risk type of HPV, your health care provider will monitor your cervical health as long as the virus remains in your cells.

A woman could have HPV in her cervical cells for a long time and never develop a problem.

If HPV is present, it can take as long as 10 to 15 years for cancer to develop.

GETTING RID OF TOXINS

2014-03-27T00:09:00.000+08:00

A toxin is a poisonous substance produced within living cells or organisms;[1][2] synthetic substances created by artificial processes are thus excluded. The term was first used by organic chemist Ludwig Brieger

Toxins can be small molecules, peptides, or proteins that are capable of causing disease on contact with or absorption by body tissues interacting with biological macromolecules such as enzymes or cellular receptors. Toxins vary greatly in their severity, ranging from usually minor and acute (as in a bee sting) to almost immediately deadly (as in botulinum toxin).

We can get rid of toxins by following this simple tips:

1. Avoid eating gluten and processed foods

Processed foods have been stripped of nutrients, leaving you with mostly artificial stuff left to eat. Most of these, including gluten (the protein of wheat that's also present in a lot of processed foods), cause a sluggish metabolism and the accumulation of toxins in the body.

2. Have green grapes every day.

Grapes have a lot of detoxifying qualities, and consuming them at this time of the year can help you draw out toxins from your organs and dump them into your intestines for elimination. Grapes are rich in fiber, so drinking a lot of water is a must to help in the detox process.

3. Take a daily detox tea.

Goldenseal, dandelion and neem are some of the best known detox herbal teas on the market today. You can also make tea with turmeric powder, a well-known herb used in many Indian dishes. If you prefer supplements in pill, you can try milk thistle.

4. Avoid sugar like the plague.

Sugar, especially the refined kind, is very hard to digest, and messes around with your blood sugar levels. It will be hard to kick the sugar habit, but try to stay away from refined sugars and artificial sweeteners

5. Stretch.

In stretching, you allow oxygenated blood get to all the nooks and crannies of your body, carrying toxins out with it. Exercises like yoga and tai chi are great activities to do in the springtime.

6. Make teas from herbs in your pantry.

In addition to herbs like turmeric, you can make teas of bitter herbs available in your pantry or your refrigerator. Endive, romaine, mustard green, gentian chamomile and goldenseal are but a few examples of herbs you can create tea concoctions with as they will detoxify, improve circulation and increase your metabolism.

7. Take deep breaths.

First thing in the morning, take a few minutes to breathe deeply 8-10 times. It will be invigorating and cleansing.

8. Make sure you evacuate.

Having 2-3 bowels movements each day is key in the cleansing process.

9. Drink water, lemon, cayenne and vinegar.

Fill a large glass of filtered water with the juice of ½ a lemon, ½ teaspoon of apple cider vinegar and a pinch of cayenne pepper before breakfast will increase your energy and metabolism and will clear mucus and toxins from your vital organs. Drink it every day as long as you like.

10. Sweat it out.

It’s a good feeling when you sweat out because bad toxins will come out.

LOSING WEIGHT IN 7 DAYS

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A 7day or a week plan guide to get through with your desired weight. Always remember it takes so much discipline to get what you wanted.

SUNDAY- Plan your meal for the whole week.Planning establishes structure, which can help you stay within a calorie budget, reduce daily decision-making, and prevent overeating. Carve out some time today to think through a plan for the week. Start with a few basic foods to eat each day and add others to diversify your meals. Make a grocery list as you go.

MONDAY- Manage your time wisely.-Combine tasks (e.g., pack your lunch for the next day while dinner's cooking)

-Delegate activities (e.g., have your spouse or kids take on chores to give you time to exercise)

-Make a realistic to-do list (do the most important things first and delegate less important activities to others)

-Streamline activities (e.g., making a grocery list and only purchase the items on it to limit wasting time wandering the aisles)

TUESDAY- Follow an eating schedule.Try not to go longer than 4 hours between eating, and keep these 17 snacks that power up weight loss on hand.

WEDNESDAY- Limit eating to only the kitchen or dining room. Eating somewhere other than the kitchen or dining room isn't recommended, because noshing linked with a specific cue (like a room) can trigger eating even when you're not hungry. That's how bad habits are developed.

THURSDAY- Do nothing else while eating. When you eat while doing other things--like driving or playing Words With Friends--you're less likely to notice how much you're eating or how full you're feeling, because your attention is divided. So work on being single-minded about your food; even if it feels strange at first, try doing nothing else while eating. The purpose is to increase your consciousness about what and how much you eat.

FRIDAY- Get support. Don't go it alone when it comes to weight loss-unless you want to make things harder on yourself. Research shows that changing and maintaining healthy behaviors is made easier with support from others.

SATURDAY-Take back control of your thoughts. Time to break the link between your thoughts and eating. Instead of heading directly to the pantry, distract yourself by doing something else immediately after you have the thought, particularly an activity that keeps your hands or mouth busy, like taking up knitting, calling a friend, or painting your nails.

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HOW TO NOT MESS UP WITH YOUR HAIR

2014-03-23T23:57:00.000+08:00

One of the best asset a woman could have is her hair, it defines the way we look. The sways and turns of our hair makes a woman also sexy in her own way. Our hair is our crowning glory, therefore, its a sin to mess it up and end up regretting afterwards. There are ways and means to protect our hair;

Stop, look and listen
Lourd also says that it is important to engage your hairstylist in a conversation about your new hairstyle. "A hairstyle's suitability for one's face shape is not the only factor at play. Oftentimes, we also take into consideration the client's lifestyle--sustainability is vital to keep your new hairstyle gorgeous." If you're always running late in the morning, a cut that requires a little blow-drying and fixing may cramp your style and leave you with a head of hair that you don't want to deal with. Before choosing a hairstyle, factor in your lifestyle and habits to ensure that it won't hamper your daily activities.

Trust the expert—but be active
Finding a trusted hairstylist is essential to achieving the gorgeous hair that you want. Though you will be entrusting your tresses to an expert, know also that ultimately, the hairstylist will just be giving you what you want, so don't sit on the chair and say, "I trust you; surprise me." Not all surprises are great, and you may be in for a shock once the final snip is done. Engage your hairstylist in a discussion; ask him or her if the hairstyle you've chosen will suit you. "Sometimes a compromise is necessary," says Lourd.

Know your after care routine
Changing your hairstyle also means changing your daily routine. Ask your hairstylist how to make the cut look polished for everyday wear. "Stylers--serums, styling cream and other hair products--may be necessary to help you maintain your hairstyle." Lourd says.

Visit the salon frequently
A haircut needs an update once a month for it to look as great as it did when you left the salon chair, according to Lourd. Subject yourself to the occasional trim and update at your salon regularly to keep you from falling out of love with your new 'do.

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