News n Views

The news entails views and the views shape the meaning of news. The news has a different meaning for different persons at different places. Some news affects the entire humanity, while the others are localized. The news deeply influences the new events and the psyche, which in turn shapes the destiny of the people and the nations. The views about some news change from time to time, when the prejudices and the heat subside. So the views about some news should be given a gestation time.

Thursday 26 November 2015

Non Veg and Veg Capsules

It is necessary to find out whether the capsules taken to get rid of several diseases and deficiencies, have veg or non-veg outer coating. Most of the capsules made in India are made from non vegetarian contents. The vegans have no option, but to take these non vegetarian capsules. Both the vegetarians and non vegetarians are eating the capsules made from gelatin.

Capsules
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In reality the outer coverings of most of the capsules are made from gelatin. This outer covering is made either from cellulose or gelatin.

The capsules made from gelatin are called non vegetarian capsules. The gelatin is derived from the cells, skin and bones of animals.

On the other hand the vegetarian capsules are made from plant cellulose. Hence the capsules made from cellulose are called vegetarian capsules.

But in India all the capsules are made from gelatin.

Now the Chief Controller of Drugs in India has started making serious efforts so that he vegetarian capsules could be made available for the customer in India. A committee has been formed to decide whether the capsule cover should be made from gelatin or cellulose. This Advisory Committee will also consider whether the cellulose cover could be included into the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission or not.

A committee of scientists had suggested to the Drug Controller of India, that the drug manufactures have to make the decision to manufacture the capsules either from cellulose or gelatin or both.

The Drug Controller of India will take necessary action after seeking the expert advise. Till then the Indian people have no option but to take non vegetarian capsules.

Saturday 5 September 2015

The Changes in the Feet Herald Five Diseases

The symptoms of the diseases appear in the body and severe diseases occur if they are neglected or take lightly.

Swollen Feet

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These symptoms should be taken seriously in the very beginning. Our feet too tell us a lot about the health. The changes appearing in the feet should be watched closely as thy may be the precursors of some serious disease.

The following changes should be reckoned seriously and the physician be consulted immediately.

1. The changes appearing in the feet may be related to diabetes, thyroid or some heart disease.

2. The dry and scaly feet are the symptoms of thyroid.

3. The injuries or the wounds on the body or the feet that do not heal are the symptoms of diabetes.

The excess sugar in blood damages the arteries and the blood circulation gets badly affected in the body. The permanent pain in the toe signifies the excess amount of purine.

4. The red strips on the toe indicate heart infection as it occurs when the breaking of the blood veins occurs.

5. There may be a risk of lung cancer, if the clumping or the widening and thickening of the toes from the tip end appear. It also shows the lung infection and the diseases of heart or intestines.

Friday 28 August 2015

How to Quit Smoking

Those who wish to give up the habit of smoking, face many problems due to the presence of nicotine in tobacco. The addition of nicotine is so intense or severe that a person fails to give up the smoking.

Smoking Woman

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No doubt, it is the willpower which helps to give up the smoking.

But certain foods and fruits remove the presence of nicotine in the blood. There are few home remedies for the cessation of smoking.

1. Garlic

Eat two raw fruits of garlic in the morning on an empty stomach. Take another two with lemon juice before lunch and two before dinner. It removes the presence of nicotine in blood and thereby neutralizes the urge of smoking.

2. Bananas

Another natural way to give up smoking is to eat enough bananas. The banana helps to neutralize the effects of nicotine addiction in the body. The presence of vitamin B6 and B12 in banana acts against the effect of nicotine addiction. It helps to get rid of the habit of smoking within in a few days.

3. Green Cardamom

Always keep few fruits of green cardamom in the pocket and keep chewing one at a time. It stops the urge of smoking and cleans the blood from the presence of nicotine.

4. Divert Attention

Another most important way to quit smoking is to divert the attention from the urge of lighting a cigarette. Every single thought keeps the mind occupied for a second or so. Therefore change the attention to something else and the urge will end till it resurfaces again.

How to stop Yawning

The yawning is a part of routine life. The people generally yawn once or twice in a day. It is believed that yawning occurs due to tiredness or sleep and one can get rid of it by taking a nap. But the experts believe that it is due to several physical and mental reasons. The deficiency of oxygen may be the reason behind it. By knowing about these reasons one can get rid of yawning.

The Yawning Woaman while Ironiong

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The following things are helpful if one is disturbed with repeated yawning. Most of these tips are effective on majority of the people even if the reasons are different for different people or the situations are the same. These measures have been adopted by thousands of people with beneficial effects. Try these tips, if you are having the problem of yawning.

Avoid Boredom

Most of the times yawning occurs when the person gets bored. One starts yawning due to the loss in harmony with the work or the surrounding environment. In such a situation it is better leave the seat or to take rest for awhile or get engaged in the activity of interest.

Drink Enough Water

The tiredness also causes yawning and the best way to get rid of it is to drink enough water. It will hydrate the body and refresh the person. This is the easiest way to stop yawning.

Breathe Deeply

As has already been told that yawning occurs due to the deficiency of oxygen in the body and it is better to supply enough oxygen to the body. Take deep breaths as much as possible. Hold the breath for awhile and then exhale. It will provide enough oxygen to the body and the person will feel better. It is also an effective remedy to get rid of yawning.

Avoid Stress

Over work and reduced amount of sleep also cause yawning. Both these thing mentally disturb the person. So reduce the pressure of work and take enough sleep without the use of sleeping pills. Remember that you are a human being and not a machine.

Don’t Watch the Yawner

This is the mental reason behind the yawning of most of the people. Generally the people yawn when they watch another person doing the same. It begets like a reflex action. In such cases it would be better to stop watching the yawn of another person so that the desire of yawn could be suppressed.

Get the Diagnosis of Heart and Lungs

Most of the physicians believe that the yawning is related to the diseases of heart and lungs. Get yourself diagnosed for asthma or the problems related to lungs and heart. This is also a symptom related to these diseases, otherwise the problem will aggravate.

Thursday 27 August 2015

How to Avoid Backache at Workplace

Back ache is also known as dorsalgia and occurs and could be felt in muscles, nerves, bones, joints and spine. This pain is categorized into neck pain, upper back pain, lower back pain or tail bone pain and the pain in the last edge of the spine.

Physical Exercises for Backache

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It becomes difficult to focus on work during back pain. Certain works as those related to construction, nursing or machine works etc., put extra pressure on the back. However the routine office work could also cause back pain.

Reasons for back pain at work place

Some of the following reasons cause the back pain at workplace.

1. Repetition

Repeating the same work again and again causes injury or tiredness to the muscles, especially when the body is pulled beyond the limit of speed or is put under strange postures. These things cause back pain.

2. Power

The lifting of heavy objects needs extra power and causes injury to the muscles and bones.

3. Stress

The amount of stress increases on the back due to extra pressure. As a result the muscles get pulled and the problem of back ache aggravates.

4. Posture

The wrong postures put stress on the natural structure of the rings of spine due to which the tiredness occurs and surrounding muscles too get injured.

Tips to Avoid Backache at Workplace

1. Certain physical activities are necessary to to be performed on regular basis to alleviate the stress on the back. These include half an hour walk, swimming, exercises and the stretching of the muscles.

2. Sit erect

3. Keep the body in right position.

4. Take regular breaks by walking for few minutes and return to the working seat, if the work requires prolonged sitting at for place.

5. Sit down on the chair or stool for few minutes, if it is necessary to remain standing at work place for longer intervals.

6. Avoid unnecessary lifting of heavy objects and take the help of someone in joint lifting instead of an individual effort.

6. Pay attention to the natural structure of the joints while lifting heavy objects.

7. While lifting some heavy object, take proper position and adopt right posture by bringing the body close to the heavy object and use the knees.

8. Avoid unnecessary bending of the body especially the back.

Waist Pain

The waist pain will not occur if a morning walk of 2-3 miles is taken regularly at sunrise.

Saturday 22 August 2015

How to Find the Years of Different Calendars with respect to Gregorian Calendar

The Modern Gregorian Calendar was proposed by a physician Aloysius Lilius from Naples, and was introduced by Pope Gregory XIII, in 1582 A.D.

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At present the Gregorian Calendar shows the year 2015 A.D.

It is also known as the Western calendar or the Christian calendar and is the most widely used civil calendar throughout the world.

The present respective years of the following calendars could be found by adding the negative signs and or subtracting the positive signs against each of them individually with Georgian Calendar year 2015.

Without the plus or minus signs each shows the year of the beginning each calendar or the year when they were introduced.

Bengali San + 593 A.D.

Caitradi Vikram Samvat – 57 BC

Chalukya Vikrama Samvat + 1075 A.D.

Dakshini Phasali san + 590 A.D.

Gangeya Samvat + 570 A.D.

Gupta Samvat + 320 A.D.

Harsha Samvat + 606 A.D.

Hizari San + 634 A.D.

Ilahi San + 1555 A.D.

Julian - 45 B.C.

Kalachuri samvat + 248 A.D.

Kaliyuga Samvat – 3101- 3100 BC.

Kollam Samvat + 824 A.D.

Lakshmana Sena Samvat + 1118 A.D.

Magi San + 638 A.D.

Maurya Samvat – 320 BC.

Newar Samvat + 878 A.D.

Rajyabhishek Samvat + 1674 A.D.

Shahur san + 599 A.D.

Shaka Samvat + 78 A.D.

Uttari Phasali San + 592 A.D.

Vira Nirvana Samvat – 487 BC

Friday 3 July 2015

Infections and Immunity

The changing season in summer affects the immune system of the body. The body becomes unable to fight against infections and diseases when the immune system becomes weak. As a result, we become ill again and again.

The immune system will get strengthened and fight against infections if we take care of certain things.

Fresh cut fruits and vegetables
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Symptoms of Infections

The dangers of viral and allergic infections increase in summer. The general fever, cold, cough, and flu of any type are the symptoms associated with seasonal changes of cold in mornings and evenings and the heat during the day. The problems like viral fever, bronchitis, diarrhea, respiratory problems, and sore throat are common in this season. The children, aged people, and pregnant women need special care as they generally become afflicted with these problems.

What to Eat

It is better to take a sufficient amount of liquid diet like buttermilk, fruit or vegetable juice in this season. The liquid diet removes toxic substances from the body. Take the nutritious diet and avoid junk food. Also, avoid the intake of cold things. Add whole grain, green vegetables and pulses, and lentils in sufficient amount to the regular diet.

Take care to add enzymes, vitamins, and minerals to the diet chart. Take care to eat wheat, barley, corn or maize like items. Don’t forget to eat a salad with meals. Take lemon, orange and Indian gooseberry too.

What to Do?

1. Take a sufficient amount of water as it activates and helps in the proper functioning of kidneys which remove the toxins from the body.

2. The complete and balanced diet including fruits, vegetables whole grains and other nutritious foods strengthen the immune system.

3. The vegetables like broccoli, Brussels, cabbage etc fight against cancer cells and boost the immune system of the body.

4. The proper cleanliness of the surrounding atmosphere is also necessary to give strength to the immune system as the risk of infections increase in dirt and filth.

5. Properly clean the vegetables and fruits before use.

6. Make it a habit to thoroughly clean the hands before eating anything.

7. Always keep the clothes clean. The harmful germs breed in dirty clothes.

8. Avoid the stress of all types as it disturbs the digestive system which weakens the immune system as a result.

9. Regular exercises and yoga keep the person mentally and physically healthy.

10. Excess fats in the diet also weaken the immune system, but the right fats are necessary to build immunity.

11. Zinc is such a mineral which increases the antibodies, t cells and white blood corpuscles in the body which further boosts the immune system. The zinc deficiency exposes the body to the attacks from bacteria, virus, and parasite.

12. Obesity hampers the proper functioning of the immune system and the chances of an infection increase. Therefore it is advisable to decrease the weight in order to strengthen the immune system.

13. The minimum sleep of at least 6 to 8 hours is necessary for the proper functioning of the brain.

14. Take care of physical fitness. The body constantly comes in contact with dangerous virus and bacteria which weaken the immune system and cause illness and disease. So the defense system by strengthening the immunity is very necessary. The best way to increase immunity is nutritious diet and regular exercises.

15. The intake of colored and green vegetables including fruits proportionately increases the immune system.

How to Increase the Immunity

The winter season has begun, but we can not stop air pollution and the cold weather. So the best way to combat these vagaries of nature is to increase the immune system. If your immune system is strong then we would be able to save ourselves from several diseases.

There are several natural ways in which the immune system could be strengthened. The first and the foremost among these is the balanced diet which means the diet containing sufficient proteins, carbohydrates, and vitamins. Even a small amount of healthy fat is also necessary.

Eat everything, but eat moderately and never go in excess intake of anything. There are several other ways in which we can strengthen the immune system.

Sit in Morning Sun

Vitamin D plays the most important role to increase the immune system. But you have not to take any type of supplements, just get up in the morning and let the sun rays fall on your body for 10 to 15 minutes. This will replenish the vitamin D in the body.

Sleep

A minimum of 7 hours of sleep is necessary to strengthen the immune system. Insufficient sleep creates stress which increases the cortisol hormone in the body. Several studies have revealed that increased levels of cortisol affect the immune system of the body.

Take Probiotics

There are millions of bacteria in our intestines. These are the friendly bacteria and are related to our immune system. So it is advisable to include such foods in the regular diet which may increase the number of these good bacteria. For these, the intake of curd and buttermilk is the best option. The oil-free pickle like the lemon pickle in moderate amounts is also beneficial.

Basil, Garlic and Ginger

The intake of basil, garlic and ginger can take the immune system to the highest levels. These foods can also save us from several infections. The regular intake of all or any one of these reduces the risks of infections.

Water

Drink enough water. The presence of toxic substances in the body creates infections and the intake of water helps the body to flush out the toxins.

Regular Exercises and Yoga

The regular exercises maintain the proper levels of blood pressure and help the nutrients to reach all the cells and tissues. It also removes the toxic carbon dioxide from the body.

Similarly the Yoga exercises especially those of breathing, open the blockage of the respiratory tract and nose. It cleans the lungs, increases the flow of oxygen to different parts of the body and as a result strengthens the immune system.

Wednesday 1 July 2015

The Knee Pain and Osteoarthritis

The pain in the knee has become so common that now almost everyone has become a victim of it. About 50 percent of the people suffering from orthopaedic problems suffer from osteoarthritis.

Anatomy of Knee with french-translated references
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The problem of osteoarthritis is very common in India.

The person afflicted with osteoarthritis writhe in pain and become unable to walk.

But the recent researches in the methods of treatment have given the chance to the people to get rid of the problem and lead a normal life especially in old age.

Due to ageing and obesity the knee joints get severely damaged. The problem generally begins after the age of 50 years, but now the younger people around 30 are also reporting the occurrence of disease. The progressive disease is generally of genetic origin.

The soft cartilages of the knees provide soft cushion to the bones in the joints. But they get worn out with age and may ultimately end up. Due to this reason the bones start rubbing against each other and the problem of stiffness and pain appears. It is a general misconception that the knee replacement is the only remedy in old age. But it is not so.

Reasons of Osteoarthritis

The chiefest reason of osteoarthritis is the weight gain with increasing age. This situation increases the load on knees and the knee cartilages get worn out despite being already weak in old age. The pressure on the edges of the bones increases the pain and the patient becomes unable to walk.

The problem is more common n women than in men. It is due to the reason the the production of estrogen gets reduces after menopause which causes obesity on one hand and osteoarthritis and cartilage loss on the other.

The repeated stress on the knees and the absence of exercises also cause osteoarthritis.

Symptoms

The first symptom of osteoarthritis is the pain in knees. The pain is bearable in the beginning, but with the progression of disease the pain becomes intense and unbearable. The leg muscles first become stiff and then become weak with the passage of time. The swelling appears in the knees and pain occurs in walking or sitting.

The knee joint bends in one direction due to the stiffness and weakness of the muscles of the legs. The legs become bent and lose the normal alignment. Then the joints start wearing out at a faster pace and the gait of the patient becomes awkward and painful.

Treatment

The regular exercise of the knees called non weightbearing quadrisep drill increases the blood circulation to the cartilage, and strengthens the muscles of the legs.It improves the gait and reduces the pressure on the joints.

Safety Measures

1. The patients should take great care of diet and eating habits.

2. It would be better to stop taking tea, coffee and cold drinks as the caffeine present in these products aggravate the problem of osteoarthritis.

3. Without weight loss the surgery of the knee and complete treatment of osteoarthritis is not possible.

4. It is better to hold the railings while ascending or descending the stairs.

5. The shoes are provided with soft pads on one side to save the worn out joints.

6. The intake of antioxidant in foods is advisable to delay the changes associated with old age. It comes with fresh fruits, vegetables and a balanced vegetarian diet.

7. The regular exercise, sufficient sleep, avoiding stress and taking breath in open and fresh air alleviate the onslaught of osteoarthritis.

Thursday 18 June 2015

Chemical Mouthwash May Cause Cancer and Heart Problems

Sometimes as a consumer we use the products which could be very harmful for the health. These products may include mouthwash, detergents, tooth powders, insecticides etc.
The bad odour of breath creates an embarrassing situation, but it does not mean that one should resort to the use of toxic mouthwash available in the market.

Madonna
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In actual practice the chemicals used in mouthwash could be very dangerous for health. The excessive use of mouthwash could even cause cancer of the mouth. So instead of using the chemicals containing mouthwash, it is better to go for the home made products. The homemade mouthwash has no side effect and saves from the risks off mouth related problems.

The Contents in Mouthwash
The people rarely know that the constituents of the mouthwash could be very harmful for the health as the user may swallow these toxic chemicals. The mouthwash generally contain chlorhexidine, gluconate, ethanol, majilis methyl salicylate etc. These chemicals could be poisonous. These chemicals kill the dad odor causing bacteria in the mouth. These chemicals are highly saturated which affect outer coatings or membranes of the cell. The chemicals like ethanol and alcohol increase the chances of mouth cancer.

Harmful for Heart
The use of mouthwash causes cancer and increases the risk of heart diseases. The regular use of mouthwash increases the risk of heart attack by 7%, stroke by 10% and the danger of blood pressure by 3.5 units.

The chemicals in mouthwash kill the good bacteria with bad bacteria too.

Homemade Mouthwash

It the problem of mouthwash persists then it is advisable to use homemade mouthwash instead of chemical ones.

1. The use of peppermint mouthwash is a good option. The presence of antiseptic and menthol in it remove the swelling and pain in the mouth. It also gives relief in the problems related to teeth and gums.

2. The gurgles of a mouthful of coconut oil is also a nice option of mouthwash. It will remove the bacteria and remove the bad odour too.

3. In case of permanent problem of bad breath it is better to consult the physician.

Saturday 13 June 2015

The Common Diseases in summer

The risks of diseases increase in summer as they are related to our eating habits. Several infections spread in the environment due to the increase of humidity in summer. The best way to avoid diseases in summer is to take sufficient water as it will keep body hydrant and help to remove and flush out the toxic and poisonous substances from the body.

For overall health and to avoid the illness, the knowledge of summer diseases and the ways to avoid them is very important.

1. Heat Stroke

On the sea-beach soaking the summer Sun
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The heat stroke is due to severe heat of summer. It is fatal and its symptoms include dizziness, nausea, sudden fall in blood pressure and high fever. To avoid heat stroke cover the head with cloth, wear loose clothes and drink enough water.

2. Chicken Pox

This disease spreads very fast in summer. It is very contagious and spreads by remaining in close contact with the afflicted person. The symptons include headache, fever, running nose and the appearance of granule like water containing spots on skin. A person gets afflicted with chicken pox only once in life.

3. Jaundice

It is also called hepatitis C and is caused due to a virus. It turns the nails and eyes of the patients pale. The color of urine also becomes pale. The disease spreads due to polluted water and infected food. Therefore proper cleanliness should be maintained in summer. The house and food should be kept.

4. Measles

This disease spreads through breathing due to paramyocso virus. This virus spreads very fast in summer.

The symptoms include small pimple like granules of skin, fever, cough, running nose and redness in eyes. The fever reaches to 104 degree farnheit,. The disease mostly occurs in children.

Monday 11 May 2015

What is Dehydration

Several health problems arise due to the loss of water in the body. It is called dehydration in which the toxic substances remain trapped inside the body and spread the poisonous material in the blood.

Water is vital
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The people do not know how much water is needed for the body and what the harms of excessive water intake are.

A normal person needs at least 8 to 10 glasses of water every day so that the toxins get removed from the body.

Several problems like increase of body fats, weak digestion, improper functioning of limbs and organs, increase of toxins in body, pain in muscles and joints etc. are caused by the loss of water in the body.

The loss of water or dehydration is very serious and damaging problem among those who exercise daily.

The presence of water in the body gets greatly reduced in fever, vomiting, blood infection, stones etc.

There need of water also remains in the body whether the person feels thirsty or not. Sometimes the people drink water only when they feel thirsty. But the body always needs water.

On the other hand, the excessive intake of water removes the vital juices from the body.

Water is better than Juice

Water is better than juice even if some diet experts advise the opposite. Indeed the juice is good for health, but it is time to take stock of the amount of sugar taken with it.

The experts advise that it is healthier to take water instead of juice. But before giving up the habit of taking juice, it is advisable to balance the diet, if you have included juice in the balanced diet. Add salads to the regular diet and include minerals, vitamins, proteins and carbohydrates too.

The intake of water flushes out the toxic chemicals from the body.

The consumption of water has the following benefits.

1. Water is free from calories and there is no concern of weight gain. On the other hand, the juices contain enough calories. But the natural fruit juice could be taken.

2. Water hydrates the body.

3. The intake of water helps the body to remove several toxins from the body through urine.

4. You need no preparation before taking water.

Why Hands and Feet Become Numb

Sometimes the hands and feet become so numb that we lose the sense of touch and do not feel anything. It is probable that some pain, weakness and stiffness may also appear on the numb parts of the body. The numbness of hand and feet is very painful as the person feels restless.

Reasons

Human Hand
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The numbness of the limbs is a very common problem. There are several reasons for the numbness like continuous pressure on hands and feet, nervous injury, excessive tiredness, habit of smoking, diabetes, deficiency of vitamins or magnesium etc.

There is no need to worry, if the problem persists for few minutes, but it is necessary to consult the physician when the situation remains static for several hours. The prolonged numbness might be the cause of some bigger problem or serious disease.

Home Remedies

There are some home remedies by which the problem could be easily tackled.

Hot Water Bath

First of all put a warm water bottle on the affected area. It will increase the blood circulation and relax the muscles and nerves in the surrounding region.

Another remedy is to soak a piece of cotton cloth in warm water and place it on the affected place. The hot water bath is another option if the person feels an urge for it.

Massage

Start massaging the affected regions as and when the numbness occurs. It will increase the blood circulation and help in removing the numbness. The massage of warm oil of olive, coconut or mustard will give relief in numbness and bring the limbs back to their normal state.

Exercises

The exercises also increase the blood circulation and enhance the supply of oxygen to the body. The regular exercises of hands and feet for 10 – 15 minutes everyday. The routine of aerobics of half an hour for five days a week should be additionally performed.

Raise the Numb Limb Higher

The numbness generally occurs due to improper blood circulation. It is better to raise the numb part of the body higher to increase the blood flow to the affected parts so that they may function normally. It will help the numb hands or feet to become normal. The affected part could also be placed on a pillow.

Turmeric

The constituents in turmeric increase the blood circulation. It also alleviates the pain swelling and worries associated with the numbness of limbs. Cook a tablespoon of turmeric in a glass of milk and add some sugar to it. The intake of turmeric milk will give instant relief. The massage of the paste of turmeric prepared in water could also be done on the affected place.

Cinnamon

The cinnamon contains chemicals and nutrients which increase the flow of blood to the numb limbs. Add a tablespoon each of the powder of cinnamon and honey to a glass of warm water and drink it every day in the morning.

Friday 1 May 2015

Vinegar- The Best cleanser

There are several uses of vinegar , and the few of them are listed hereunder.

1. Add little vinegar to kill the odor of lemon pickle.

2. The non-stick pans and utensils could be cleaned by vinegar.

Vinegar
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3. The stains left on the crockery could be cleaned by the mixture of salt and vinegar.

4. The mutton and chicken could be cleaned by vinegar to kill all bad odors.

5. The stains on furniture could be cleaned by rubbing the paste of little vinegar added to cigarette ash.

6. Put some vinegar in washing machine after washing the clothes to clean the machine.

7. The bad smells of thermos flasks and water bottles could be removed by putting a cup of vinegar in the bottle and washing it after 2 hours.

8. The gum gets dried in bottles if kept unused for long time. To get it back to its normal form, add 2-3 drops pf vinegar to stop the gum from drying.

9. To remove the rust from knives and scissors, it is better to apply some vinegar on these tools and put them in warm water for 2-3 hours.

10. The leather or foam of detergent or soap will not spill over, if few drops of vinegar are added to it.

11. After dusting the carpet, wipe it with a cloth soaked in vinegar to make the carpet shining.

12. Take half a cup of curd and add few drops of vinegar to it. Apply the mixture on feet and let it remain for 10-15 minutes. Then wash the feet with warm water. This will clean the feet and make the skin soft and silky.

13. Washing the hands with vinegar removes several types of stains.

14. Rub the cotton swab dipped in vinegar on lips, to remove the blackish color of the lips and to make them pink.

15. Wash the hair with a water containing vinegar to make them silky and shining.