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Sunday, January 14, 2007
Herbal Health Review Healthy Hair Care Secrets
Healthy Hair Care Secrets
Healthy hair care is not simply about which brand of shampoo and conditioner you use, but also involves maintaining your physical and mental health. Although using some products can certainly have a negative impact on your hair’s appearance, if you are a healthy person, you can use almost any brand and your hair will still look fantastic.
There are certain chemicals some professionals recommend avoiding in shampoo and conditioners. Some of these are Butylated Hydroxytoluene, Coal Tar, Cocamide DEA/Lauramide DEA, Diazolidinyl Urea, Formaldehyde, Parabens (methyl, ethyl, propyl and butyl), Propylene Glycol, Triethanolamine and Sodium Laureth/Sodium Laurel Sulfate. Each of these chemicals has been shown to have harmful effects and to avoid them, you should ensure you read and understand everything listed in your product’s ingredients.
Do not use two-in-one shampoo and conditioner products - ever! Shampoo is designed to have one effect on your hair, while conditioner is supposed to do another and one application can not do both! Shampoo opens the pores or scales on the hair follicles and cleans away any build up of oil, dirt and pollutants. Conditioner closes or smoothes the follicles down, filling them with clean moisture and protection. It is important to do both, regardless of your hair type.
Be extremely wary of products that leave a chemical buildup on your hair. If you avoid the above-mentioned chemicals, this should not happen. Some brands will encase your hair follicles in a thin silicone coating, which may appear wonderful at first, but builds up over time and leaves your hair brittle and resistant to moisture. Hairdressers have been known to refuse to attempt to apply any product to hair that has long-term buildup, because they know results will either be uneven or completely ineffective.
If you want your hair to be at its best, a balanced diet full of healthy, natural foods is absolutely essential! Fatty, greasy, processed and sweet foods lead to toxic bodies and oily, fine, limp and dull hair. You will have noticed when people either put on a lot of weight or are unhealthy and skinny, their hair loses its body and thickness and also changes color. Circulation is also very important for healthy hair, so exercise regularly and drink plenty of water. If you still feel your diet is lacking, you can give yourself a boost with a quality, daily multi-vitamin and there are herbs you can take for hair, such as horsetail, to improve the strength and thickness.
A true secret to healthy hair care is not to go all-out every day. Try to give your hair regular breaks from suffocating products such as gel, hairspray and mouse. Some leave in conditioning mists are good, as long as they don’t have styling product in them as well. If you can treat your hair with a deep moisturizing product once a week, you will definitely see the benefits. If you only worry about styling your hair for special occasions, you will have fewer split-ends and more natural re-growth. When it comes to using the hair dryer, try to leave this for special occasions also. When you do use it, make sure your hair is wet and stop using it once it is dry. The reason for this is because it’s this drying of the already dry hair that causes the most damage.
There is a wealth of information on the internet relating to natural and healthy hair care secrets. Do your research and start looking after your hair as best you can today. Don’t accept that your hair is as it is, because there are definitely things you can do, use and take to improve its condition. Beautiful, healthy hair is an attractive quality and with the right care for your hair, you can achieve this every single day.
Healthy hair care is not simply about which brand of shampoo and conditioner you use, but also involves maintaining your physical and mental health. Although using some products can certainly have a negative impact on your hair’s appearance, if you are a healthy person, you can use almost any brand and your hair will still look fantastic.
There are certain chemicals some professionals recommend avoiding in shampoo and conditioners. Some of these are Butylated Hydroxytoluene, Coal Tar, Cocamide DEA/Lauramide DEA, Diazolidinyl Urea, Formaldehyde, Parabens (methyl, ethyl, propyl and butyl), Propylene Glycol, Triethanolamine and Sodium Laureth/Sodium Laurel Sulfate. Each of these chemicals has been shown to have harmful effects and to avoid them, you should ensure you read and understand everything listed in your product’s ingredients.
Do not use two-in-one shampoo and conditioner products - ever! Shampoo is designed to have one effect on your hair, while conditioner is supposed to do another and one application can not do both! Shampoo opens the pores or scales on the hair follicles and cleans away any build up of oil, dirt and pollutants. Conditioner closes or smoothes the follicles down, filling them with clean moisture and protection. It is important to do both, regardless of your hair type.
Be extremely wary of products that leave a chemical buildup on your hair. If you avoid the above-mentioned chemicals, this should not happen. Some brands will encase your hair follicles in a thin silicone coating, which may appear wonderful at first, but builds up over time and leaves your hair brittle and resistant to moisture. Hairdressers have been known to refuse to attempt to apply any product to hair that has long-term buildup, because they know results will either be uneven or completely ineffective.
If you want your hair to be at its best, a balanced diet full of healthy, natural foods is absolutely essential! Fatty, greasy, processed and sweet foods lead to toxic bodies and oily, fine, limp and dull hair. You will have noticed when people either put on a lot of weight or are unhealthy and skinny, their hair loses its body and thickness and also changes color. Circulation is also very important for healthy hair, so exercise regularly and drink plenty of water. If you still feel your diet is lacking, you can give yourself a boost with a quality, daily multi-vitamin and there are herbs you can take for hair, such as horsetail, to improve the strength and thickness.
A true secret to healthy hair care is not to go all-out every day. Try to give your hair regular breaks from suffocating products such as gel, hairspray and mouse. Some leave in conditioning mists are good, as long as they don’t have styling product in them as well. If you can treat your hair with a deep moisturizing product once a week, you will definitely see the benefits. If you only worry about styling your hair for special occasions, you will have fewer split-ends and more natural re-growth. When it comes to using the hair dryer, try to leave this for special occasions also. When you do use it, make sure your hair is wet and stop using it once it is dry. The reason for this is because it’s this drying of the already dry hair that causes the most damage.
There is a wealth of information on the internet relating to natural and healthy hair care secrets. Do your research and start looking after your hair as best you can today. Don’t accept that your hair is as it is, because there are definitely things you can do, use and take to improve its condition. Beautiful, healthy hair is an attractive quality and with the right care for your hair, you can achieve this every single day.
Herbal Health Review Basic Skin Care Secrets
Skin care has become complicated over the years as well as expensive. There are basic skin care secrets everyone should know and it shouldn’t cost a fortune to do it. If you try to stay as natural as possible with your products, avoid harmful UV rays and maintain mental and physical health, your skin will be in optimum condition.
If you are stressed, your skin will have problems. Whether you are losing sleep or are spending every waking minute in a state of worry and anxiety, you won’t have that healthy glow to your face. Try meditation or relaxation techniques as well as exercise, which can both help immensely with reducing stress.
The skin is an organ of the body and one of it’s roles is to release toxins the body wishes to expel. This is through sweat, blemishes and even discoloration. If you have a high level of toxins in your body, you may have dark circles under your eyes, acne and bad body odor. Try changing to a diet full of healthy, natural food and plenty of water and you will definitely notice the positive impact this has on your skin. A good diet will also help reduce your stress levels.
What you drink is very important when it comes to your skin. It’s fine to have a couple of coffees or soft drinks a day, as long as you drink at least eight glasses of water. By keeping a bottle of water with you at all times, you will find you naturally sip it at regular intervals, which will have a big impact on your skin. The more water you drink, the more toxins your body can eliminate through urine, leaving your skin clear and blemish free. If you’re dehydrated through smoking, high sugar diet or inadequate water intake, your skin will lose elasticity and also age faster.
Some skin care products are packed with chemicals some professionals have proven to be toxic or harmful. Do some research on the internet or buy a good book on natural skin care so you know which ones you want to avoid in your products. Although some creams and masks may have initial positive effects, the long-term use can do more harm than good, so be sure to educate yourself.
Because the pores of the skin excrete oil, it is very easy for them to catch and become clogged with dirt. This is what we all know as blackheads and often progress to pimples. The dirt, dust and grit become stuck to the oil and over a short time, become lodged deep in the pores. You need to wash your face every single day, twice a day to clean the pores regularly, as this is the only way to avoid blackhead build up. If you already have a bad backlog of blackheads you can’t seem to get rid of, you may want to consider seeing a qualified beautician to work on unclogging your pores.
Your basic skin care routine should consist of three regular steps twice a day. The first step is to wash or cleanse your face. Most people prefer a cleansing cream, but those with more problem skin may like to use an acne wash or sensitive skin product. For very sensitive skin, there are some fantastic natural or soap free brands available, so don’t ever use something that burns or is too drying or harsh for your skin type. After you have washed and rinsed your face and neck, you should use a toner. This is often overlooked, but toners are responsible for closing your pores after the wash has opened them. Using a cotton ball or pad to wipe toner over your face will also remove any extra dirt that wasn’t removed with your cleansing process. Again, don’t use a toner that causes any discomfort at all and your skin should feel smooth and soothed after applying it. Third, apply a moisturizer that is suitable for your skin. Do not use a heavy, deep moisture if your skin is oily, because it will only clog your pores and cause problems. If you have very dry skin, you should use a heavier product.
The secret to looking after your skin is trial and error. Don’t settle for the same product you have been using since you were young and don’t be afraid to try new things. Spend time looking at what is available and reading and comparing the ingredients and information. Ask people you know who have admirable skin which products they use, then give them a try. When you find the right one for you, your skin will feel calm, clean, soft and supple and you will have a natural, healthy glow every time you use it. Only use scrubs and masks weekly or fortnightly, as skin is fragile and doesn’t respond well to over treatment.
If you really want great skin, you need a healthy body, mind and beauty routine. Eat well, drink a lot of water, avoid junk foods and exercise regularly. Use the right products for your skin and keep your face clean. Buy products with long-term use in mind, avoiding chemicals that could be potentially harmful or toxic and if you are interested in knowing more about skin care, there are many good books available for purchase.
If you are stressed, your skin will have problems. Whether you are losing sleep or are spending every waking minute in a state of worry and anxiety, you won’t have that healthy glow to your face. Try meditation or relaxation techniques as well as exercise, which can both help immensely with reducing stress.
The skin is an organ of the body and one of it’s roles is to release toxins the body wishes to expel. This is through sweat, blemishes and even discoloration. If you have a high level of toxins in your body, you may have dark circles under your eyes, acne and bad body odor. Try changing to a diet full of healthy, natural food and plenty of water and you will definitely notice the positive impact this has on your skin. A good diet will also help reduce your stress levels.
What you drink is very important when it comes to your skin. It’s fine to have a couple of coffees or soft drinks a day, as long as you drink at least eight glasses of water. By keeping a bottle of water with you at all times, you will find you naturally sip it at regular intervals, which will have a big impact on your skin. The more water you drink, the more toxins your body can eliminate through urine, leaving your skin clear and blemish free. If you’re dehydrated through smoking, high sugar diet or inadequate water intake, your skin will lose elasticity and also age faster.
Some skin care products are packed with chemicals some professionals have proven to be toxic or harmful. Do some research on the internet or buy a good book on natural skin care so you know which ones you want to avoid in your products. Although some creams and masks may have initial positive effects, the long-term use can do more harm than good, so be sure to educate yourself.
Because the pores of the skin excrete oil, it is very easy for them to catch and become clogged with dirt. This is what we all know as blackheads and often progress to pimples. The dirt, dust and grit become stuck to the oil and over a short time, become lodged deep in the pores. You need to wash your face every single day, twice a day to clean the pores regularly, as this is the only way to avoid blackhead build up. If you already have a bad backlog of blackheads you can’t seem to get rid of, you may want to consider seeing a qualified beautician to work on unclogging your pores.
Your basic skin care routine should consist of three regular steps twice a day. The first step is to wash or cleanse your face. Most people prefer a cleansing cream, but those with more problem skin may like to use an acne wash or sensitive skin product. For very sensitive skin, there are some fantastic natural or soap free brands available, so don’t ever use something that burns or is too drying or harsh for your skin type. After you have washed and rinsed your face and neck, you should use a toner. This is often overlooked, but toners are responsible for closing your pores after the wash has opened them. Using a cotton ball or pad to wipe toner over your face will also remove any extra dirt that wasn’t removed with your cleansing process. Again, don’t use a toner that causes any discomfort at all and your skin should feel smooth and soothed after applying it. Third, apply a moisturizer that is suitable for your skin. Do not use a heavy, deep moisture if your skin is oily, because it will only clog your pores and cause problems. If you have very dry skin, you should use a heavier product.
The secret to looking after your skin is trial and error. Don’t settle for the same product you have been using since you were young and don’t be afraid to try new things. Spend time looking at what is available and reading and comparing the ingredients and information. Ask people you know who have admirable skin which products they use, then give them a try. When you find the right one for you, your skin will feel calm, clean, soft and supple and you will have a natural, healthy glow every time you use it. Only use scrubs and masks weekly or fortnightly, as skin is fragile and doesn’t respond well to over treatment.
If you really want great skin, you need a healthy body, mind and beauty routine. Eat well, drink a lot of water, avoid junk foods and exercise regularly. Use the right products for your skin and keep your face clean. Buy products with long-term use in mind, avoiding chemicals that could be potentially harmful or toxic and if you are interested in knowing more about skin care, there are many good books available for purchase.
Herbal Health Review Stress Busters!
In our busy lives, relaxation can come and go. If you can fit in a quick bath, watch your favorite television show or get comfy with a good book, you might be able to relax a little. Do you even remember what it feels like to relax? Sure, you’re not a kid anymore, but that doesn’t mean that you have to go through the motions of day-to-day life feeling tense.
True relaxation lasts much longer than a thirty-minute bath or even a weekend vacation. True relaxation helps you to stay calm, feel calm, deal with stressful situations with more ease and, in time, feel a general happiness. Overall, this will make you a healthier person. You can achieve this with a relaxation process that you should do on a daily basis. Any form of meditation, writing in a journal and exercises are all great ways to achieve relaxation that lasts all day long.
This should be a lifetime commitment, but that doesn’t mean you can’t change it. When something doesn’t seem to be working with you, try something else. We are all different and different methods of relaxation work for different people.
Meditation –
There are many forms of meditation out there that you can try. Try a search online or visit your local library for information on meditation. The general purpose is to clear your mind and rejuvenate your body. You should set aside at least ten minutes every day for meditating.
Journaling –
Writing down your thoughts and feelings can release a tremendous amount of stress. I keep one within arm’s reach in case I need to just let it all out. I get it all out, close it and put it away. I don’t re-read what I have written. This helps me a lot when I am angry, confused or just plain overwhelmed. I can dump it all in my journal and forget about it.
Exercise –
Exercise can relieve a great amount of stress. Any type of exercise, even just going for a walk, can reduce your stress levels. You choose what works best for you. I enjoy stretching and deep breathing. This works well for me, especially since I am writing or typing most of my day. I feel better afterwards. I feel more calm and relaxed. Plkus, I am reducing my risk for carpal tunnel. It’s healthy all around. You should exercise at least three times a week for at least ten minutes each time.
If you can do all three of these relaxation methods, good for you! You are reducing your stress levels, reducing your risks for a variety of illnesses and diseases and you will feel better. You will be able to accept tough situations with more ease, which means more smiling and laughing. When a stressful situation does bear its ugly head, take in a long, steady, deep breath. You will be able to handle it with a calm and clear mind.
I wish you the best on your quest for true relaxation and urge you to not give up. It took me a while to find something that worked for me, but it was worth it.
True relaxation lasts much longer than a thirty-minute bath or even a weekend vacation. True relaxation helps you to stay calm, feel calm, deal with stressful situations with more ease and, in time, feel a general happiness. Overall, this will make you a healthier person. You can achieve this with a relaxation process that you should do on a daily basis. Any form of meditation, writing in a journal and exercises are all great ways to achieve relaxation that lasts all day long.
This should be a lifetime commitment, but that doesn’t mean you can’t change it. When something doesn’t seem to be working with you, try something else. We are all different and different methods of relaxation work for different people.
Meditation –
There are many forms of meditation out there that you can try. Try a search online or visit your local library for information on meditation. The general purpose is to clear your mind and rejuvenate your body. You should set aside at least ten minutes every day for meditating.
Journaling –
Writing down your thoughts and feelings can release a tremendous amount of stress. I keep one within arm’s reach in case I need to just let it all out. I get it all out, close it and put it away. I don’t re-read what I have written. This helps me a lot when I am angry, confused or just plain overwhelmed. I can dump it all in my journal and forget about it.
Exercise –
Exercise can relieve a great amount of stress. Any type of exercise, even just going for a walk, can reduce your stress levels. You choose what works best for you. I enjoy stretching and deep breathing. This works well for me, especially since I am writing or typing most of my day. I feel better afterwards. I feel more calm and relaxed. Plkus, I am reducing my risk for carpal tunnel. It’s healthy all around. You should exercise at least three times a week for at least ten minutes each time.
If you can do all three of these relaxation methods, good for you! You are reducing your stress levels, reducing your risks for a variety of illnesses and diseases and you will feel better. You will be able to accept tough situations with more ease, which means more smiling and laughing. When a stressful situation does bear its ugly head, take in a long, steady, deep breath. You will be able to handle it with a calm and clear mind.
I wish you the best on your quest for true relaxation and urge you to not give up. It took me a while to find something that worked for me, but it was worth it.
Herbal Health Review Diet Success Tips
Okay, you’re reading this piece because you’re about to go on a diet and want to make a success of it or you’re already on a diet that’s hit a snafu and you want to turn it around. Whatever the case may be, if you follow these tips, you can be rest assured that your diet is sure to succeed.
First things first, we’re assuming that your “extra body” is not due to a medical condition – if it is, you’d be better off consulting a doctor. In fact, it is a good idea to get medical advice before going on a diet. We’re also hoping you’re not chomping on a 5-lb king-sized-burger and sipping on a cola (at least while reading this article).
Okay, here we go:
Tips to take your diet to a fitting finale:
1. Make a diet plan. Instead of wasting your time reading blogs or watching idiotic personal movies on sites such as YouTube.com, sit down and write a detailed plan about foods that are good for you, foods that agree with your body and foods that you enjoy the most. Get to know their calories and eliminate the foods that have high calorific content.
2. Reinforce your mind with steel. Know why you eat and hammer it in your head that you eat to survive, not to party. Ingrain, absorb and chew on this thought – it will help you become stronger mentally and help you avoid all kinds of junk and “just one more” foods.
3. Do not touch fat foods or drinks: For example, Mayonnaise has enough calories to fill even your saliva with fat – avoid it. Avoid alcohol; Avoid junk food; Avoid carbonated beverages – even the “diet” variety because they are loaded with sugar. Read food labels carefully and don’t buy anything with a lot of fat content. Avoid extra sugar and sweets intake – remember, even sugar-substitutes, such as honey, are fat givers. Avoid restaurant food – it’s rich, sauced, creamy and waiting to inject fat cells into you.
4. Gather with a support group of dieters and diet along with them. Being in a group can help your diet cause.
5. Avoid frying your food – instead bake, broil or roast your food. Don’t forget to remove fat from your meat before baking, broiling or roasting it.
6. Eat less and eat more often. Break up your meals into small portions and have them 4–5 times a day (not 10–15 times). Schedule your eating times and remember not to eat just before going to bed because all that food you just ate will get converted to fat because sleep will make you inactive, thereby preventing the burning of fat.
7. Drink loads of water everyday, about 8 glasses daily. Water is like a flush system – the water pressure forces out the wastes in your body and keeps your internals in good, clean shape.
8. Chew your food slowly and eat it with leisure – never hurry through your meals and swallow food instead of chomping hard on it.
9. EXERCISE! You need to exercise – whether you’re on a diet or not, it’s that important. Exercise pumps up your metabolic rate and, in turn, your metabolism burns up your fat faster.
10. Never ever starve yourself while on a diet as starvation plays havoc with your body because your intestines keep secreting acids and there’s no food to absorb them, so the acids go back into the intestines and spoil its lining.
These were our top 10 tips on making your diet a huge success. Follow them and show patience and perseverance because you’re not going to lose weight overnight – it’s going to take at least a few weeks for the first signs of fat-loss to show up. Monitor yourself weekly and, well, happy dieting!
First things first, we’re assuming that your “extra body” is not due to a medical condition – if it is, you’d be better off consulting a doctor. In fact, it is a good idea to get medical advice before going on a diet. We’re also hoping you’re not chomping on a 5-lb king-sized-burger and sipping on a cola (at least while reading this article).
Okay, here we go:
Tips to take your diet to a fitting finale:
1. Make a diet plan. Instead of wasting your time reading blogs or watching idiotic personal movies on sites such as YouTube.com, sit down and write a detailed plan about foods that are good for you, foods that agree with your body and foods that you enjoy the most. Get to know their calories and eliminate the foods that have high calorific content.
2. Reinforce your mind with steel. Know why you eat and hammer it in your head that you eat to survive, not to party. Ingrain, absorb and chew on this thought – it will help you become stronger mentally and help you avoid all kinds of junk and “just one more” foods.
3. Do not touch fat foods or drinks: For example, Mayonnaise has enough calories to fill even your saliva with fat – avoid it. Avoid alcohol; Avoid junk food; Avoid carbonated beverages – even the “diet” variety because they are loaded with sugar. Read food labels carefully and don’t buy anything with a lot of fat content. Avoid extra sugar and sweets intake – remember, even sugar-substitutes, such as honey, are fat givers. Avoid restaurant food – it’s rich, sauced, creamy and waiting to inject fat cells into you.
4. Gather with a support group of dieters and diet along with them. Being in a group can help your diet cause.
5. Avoid frying your food – instead bake, broil or roast your food. Don’t forget to remove fat from your meat before baking, broiling or roasting it.
6. Eat less and eat more often. Break up your meals into small portions and have them 4–5 times a day (not 10–15 times). Schedule your eating times and remember not to eat just before going to bed because all that food you just ate will get converted to fat because sleep will make you inactive, thereby preventing the burning of fat.
7. Drink loads of water everyday, about 8 glasses daily. Water is like a flush system – the water pressure forces out the wastes in your body and keeps your internals in good, clean shape.
8. Chew your food slowly and eat it with leisure – never hurry through your meals and swallow food instead of chomping hard on it.
9. EXERCISE! You need to exercise – whether you’re on a diet or not, it’s that important. Exercise pumps up your metabolic rate and, in turn, your metabolism burns up your fat faster.
10. Never ever starve yourself while on a diet as starvation plays havoc with your body because your intestines keep secreting acids and there’s no food to absorb them, so the acids go back into the intestines and spoil its lining.
These were our top 10 tips on making your diet a huge success. Follow them and show patience and perseverance because you’re not going to lose weight overnight – it’s going to take at least a few weeks for the first signs of fat-loss to show up. Monitor yourself weekly and, well, happy dieting!
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