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Calendula- The ornamental plant with medicinal val...
2007-01-26 07:42:02
Calendula- The ornamental plant with medicinal values :Aah! The name itself carries a beautiful fragrance?.Another common name of calendula is Marigold. This marigold is grown all over the world as an ornamental plant, particularly in North America and Europe.My grandma stays in North America. In my early days, almost every year, I used to visit her place with my parents.The major attraction was her garden in her residence, which was awesome because the garden, which used to be full of Calendula flowers, mostly bloomed once in a month or at the new moon.Although I have mentioned it as an ornamental plant, but the petals of calendula is used for centuries in medicinal purposes.In Europe, it is used for producing sweat in fevers and in curing jaundice. Calendula is even used to prepare medicine in United States during the 19th century to treat stomach ulcers, wounds, conjunctivitis and liver complaints. Thus the list of applications of calendula is quite a high; even having the proper...
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SAFFRON: Saffron is the member of Iris family. It...
2007-01-26 07:42:02
SAFFRON:Saff ron is the member of Iris family. It has been originated in the eastern Mediterranean region. Then in 8th century, Arabians bought this plant to Spain who discovered that the southern Spain were ideal for the growth of the saffron plants.Saffron is the most precious and the most expensive spice in the world. The spice is made up of the stigmas of the saffron flower, which are actually dried up. Each saffron flower only contains three stigmas. For one kilogram of dried saffron, approximately 150000 flowers are needed. Saffron is specially used for its strong colouring power and its severe aroma.Saffron is also having medicinal values. It is excellent for stomach ailment and it helps in digestion. Saffron even aids to boost up appetite. It also lessens pain in stomach, relieves tension and is used to treat measles. In the Indian traditional medicine, it is used for treating kidney and liver disorders and also diabetes. A tiny pinch of saffron in any recipe would create a s...
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2007-01-26 07:42:02
Therapeutic value of Liquorice :Liquorice is a deep rooted plant and found mainly in the mediterranean region, central and southwest Asia. It is anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic in nature. The main part of the plant which is used in preparing medicine is the root. The root of the liquorice plant is beneficial in treating coughs, colds and some other respiratory infections.Some medicinal values of liquorice-1. Quite useful in treating gastric ulcers, gastric distress, acidity, arthritis.2.It has importance for the treatment of Hepatitis B.3. Liquorice also has importance in psoriasis, allergic disorders, chronic fatigue, eczema and depression due to hormonal imbalances.

Almond Oil for skin care: In 1500BC, the women of...
2007-01-26 07:42:02
Almond Oil for skin care:In 1500BC, the women of ancient Egypt used almond oil mixed with Frankincense as anti-wrinkle cream. In 100AD, as a fertility charm, Romans gave almonds to the newly wed couples; and in 1840, Victorian women made cream and facial masks out of almond oil. (Ref: http://www.nzgirl.co.nz/articles/2767 ).From the dried kernels of the almond tree, almond oils are extracted which are pale yellow in colour with a common nutty flavor. The characteristics of the oil are light, non greasy and it even helps to make any type of skin soft and soothing, without clogging the pores. This almond oil is excellent for both body and facial massage; thus helps to increase health and liveliness of the skin. Along with making the skin soft and soothing, almond oil works best as skin conditioner, helping the skin to build clear youthful looking complexion and also aids to relieve muscular aches and pains. Almond oil constitutes of high quantities of vitamin A and is a natural moistu...
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Neem ? The Miracle herb Neem leaves are excellent...
2007-01-26 07:42:02
Neem ? The Miracle herbNeem leaves are excellent for skin disorders, especially for pimples. But before we know anything else, we should have a clear conception about ?pimples?.Pimples occur when the follicles get obstructed. Sebum oil, which normally bleeds to the surface, gets blocked and bacteria begin to grow. Some pimples can finally lead to permanent scars. Although, acne cannot cause life threatening condition, but it can actually be depressing and upsetting. There are many products which help to cure pimples, but some may cause side effects, which can actually lead to a terrible situation. So, the best way to cure pimples is to go for natural cures.Neem kills the bacteria, that cause acne, spots and pimples and reduces redness and inflammation. And neem oil works wonderful in reducing acne scars. Some of the ways in which neem can be used to treat pimples are as follows:1. At first, wash the neem leaves and crush them. Then make a paste out of it and apply it onto the infect...
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Benefits of Aloe Vera Aloe vera or the ?burn plan...
2007-01-26 07:42:02
Benefits of Aloe Vera Aloe vera or the ?burn plant? belongs to the lily family and it has a resemblance with cactus. There are around 240+ species of aloe vera which are found all around the world. Inside the leaf of aloe vera, there is a thin, clear, jelly-like material, which is highly effective for skin treatment. Around 99.5% of the aloe vera gel is water and the rest is amino acids, sugar, enzymes and minerals. It works wonder as a healing effect, especially for skin eruptions, allergies, burns, wounds and even in minor cuts. Aloe vera also guards our skin from exposure to ultra-violet radiation. Some of the benefits of aloe vera are listed below:1. It helps to cure intestinal problems and even constipation and diarrhea.2. It heals the skin if there are any cuts, burn or wounds.3. It is even too healthy for mouth and gums.4. It prevents aging of the skin.5. It even moisturizes the skin.Aloe vera if taken as a drink, then it is the most mineral packed nutritious and vitamin conta...
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AYURVEDA- the science of life Ayurveda is a way o...
2007-01-26 07:42:02
AYURVEDA- the science of lifeAyurveda is a way of understanding nature. Ayurvedic treatment found out the main reason of the disease and solve it from the root. It always gives permanent relief. According to ayurveda the balance between the three doshas (Vata, Pitta and Kapha) is health. Imbalance creates various diseases and restoration process of balance is known as healing. Ayurveda offers a wide range of therapies for restoring balance.To cure or prevent any aliment natural herbs are taken in ayurveda as juices, paste, powder and decoctions etc. Ayurveda comprise of mostly the things that have their usage in homes and have multifarious medicinal usage also. Few such substances are clove, cinnamon, black pepper, cumin, fennel, rock salt, turmeric, coriander, ginger, honey, licorice, garlic, onion, basil and mint etc. Basil tea is used for Heart ailments; the mixture of resin, black salt and ginger is very effective in indigestion; turmeric is used for skin care treatment; clove o...
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Ayurveda- The natural Healer Diseases ...
2007-01-26 07:42:02
Ayurveda- The natural Healer Disease s are the part of our life. Everyday, every moment we?ve to face lots of viruses, bacteria etc. But with advanced medical science people are now able to fight with different diseases. But another problem will start from there?Side Effect. Yes, there are so many treatments, healing systems that contain chemicals. Minimum intake of those chemicals could be dangerous for our life. Sometimes that may leads to death also. Ayurveda can be the best alternate to today?s medical science without any side effects. A natural harmony between Ayurvedic principles and the human structure is the main factor for its effectiveness. Today?s people are getting sick both mentally and physically. Stress is becoming a part of our life. Ayurveda not only helps to build a strong health but at the same time also helps a human being to get a strong and healthy mind. Stress, anxiety, depression and all other mental disabilities have a deep impact on our physical health. Here...
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Stress and Relaxation: Stress is an emotional an...
2007-01-26 07:42:02
Stress and Relax ation:Stress is an emotional and physical disorder due to our reaction against the happenings or incidents around us. It can be defined as ?a particular pattern of disturbing psychological and physiological reactions that occur when an environment event threatens important motives and taxes one's ability to cope? (Source: http://library.thinkquest.org/13561/engli sh/def_stress.html). The term ?stress? is getting very common in our present life style. Everyone here from a student to a Business man, a politician to a house wife almost everyone suffers with it due to our changed lifestyle. The main reason is high competition in our society. Sometimes unlimited tension may leads to our different psychological and physiological problems. It may also be fatal sometimes. Heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, headache, insomnia, mental disorder etc may also occur due to excessive stress or tension. Now the question is how we do stay well and cope up with our hectic lif...
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