Five Secrets to Healthy Hair
Discover How Long, Strong, Lustrous Hair Can Be Yours Naturally
Having a bad hair day? These five secrets to healthy hair will make you want to let your hair down and show off your crowning glory.
Secret #1
Add some supplements to your diet. Biotin is a water-soluble B vitamin that has been reported to increase strength and length of hair. Vitamin E increases blood circulation in the scalp, which can help stimulate healthy growth. Vitamin E can even be used as a topical conditioner. Vitamin A is responsible for the healthy development of cells and tissues in the body, including hair. A healthy diet rich is green, leafy vegetables, raw fruits, lean organic meats and whole grains are the best way to get essential vitamins and minerals into your diet. If you feel you do not get enough vitamins from your diet, you can substitute with a supplement.
Secret #2
Give yourself a scalp massage. A scalp massage is great because it’s easy to do and totally free! You can do it when your hair is dry or use a lubricant such as vitamin E. Start at the base of your skull and move up, using the pads of your fingers, not your nails. This increases your circulation and promotes relaxation, which encourages healthy growth.
Ten Healthy Uses For Vitamin E
Use This Powerful Antioxidant To Heal Everything From Acne To Sunburn
Vitamin E is more than just a vitamin supplement. Find out how this versatile vitamin can prevent infection, erase scarring, and reduce the signs of aging!
Prevents Infection
Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that will help your body fight or prevent infection. Taking vitamin E, in conjunction with other natural remedies, during an illness such as a cold or flu may help shorten its duration. Put vitamin E on a cut or scrape before bandaging and it will prevent infection and minimize the chance of scarring.
Makes Scars Disappear
Vitamin E can be used on new scars to lighten them and help them fade. Apply it topically twice per day after injury of surgery to reduce swelling and minimize scarring.
Reduces The Signs Of Aging
The antioxidants contained in vitamin E help fight the free radicals that cause premature aging. As well as being used as a vitamin supplement, this vitamin can be used topically to moisturize and tighten skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines.
Treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome Naturally
Heal This Digestive Disorder With Alternative Treatments
It is estimated that 15% of the population suffer from irritable bowel syndrome. Symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome include painful abdominal cramping, bloating, constipation and/or diarrhea. If you or someone you know suffers from this painful condition, take a look into these natural remedies to get irritable bowel syndrome under control.
Antidepressants: Cause, Not Cure
Though some people with irritable bowel syndrome are prescribed antidepressants for their condition, an antidepressant may actually be contributing to the problem. Some antidepressants can disrupt natural intestinal flora, creating a deficiency in healthy bacteria. This can cause problems in digestion, which could lead to irritable bowel syndrome. Talk to your doctor about other options for treatment of depression or visit a naturopath for natural treatments.
Hidden Food Allergies
Irritable bowel syndrome could be caused or made worse by hidden food intolerances or allergies. To rule out offending foods, it is best to do an elimination diet. The most common food allergens are wheat, gluten, dairy, corn, nuts, eggs and citrus fruits. Remove these from your diet for at least two weeks and then reintroduce them one at a time, taking care to keep a food diary to note how each food makes you feel. This alone may completely alleviate your irritable bowel syndrome.
The Secret To Lowering Cholesterol Naturally
Lower Your Cholesterol Without Dangerous Drugs
It is estimated that over 12 million Americans are on statin drugs for high cholesterol. Recently, statin drugs have come under fire for their dangerous side effects including, but not limited to, muscle pain, liver abnormalities, erectile dysfunction, irritability and hostility, insomnia and kidney failure. Thankfully, there are natural ways to lower cholesterol without dangerous drugs.
Make Changes To Your Diet
The most important factor in lowering cholesterol naturally is diet. It is important to increase your intake of foods rich in dietary fiber such as fruits (blueberries are reported to have a positive effect on lowering cholesterol), vegetables, beans and whole grains. Reduce your intake of dairy and red meat and processed foods. Whole foods are best for the body and help to lower cholesterol naturally without dangerous drugs. Wild caught oily fish such as salmon and mackerel are rich in Omega 3s, which have been reported to lower cholesterol naturally. Start adding garlic to your diet. Studies show that garlic is an effective natural remedy for lowering cholesterol. Garlic worked best when eaten in its raw, uncooked form. If you want to add it to a cooked dish such as a stir-fry, add it at the very end for the best benefits.
You're not alone and you're not crazy.
When you suffer from mystery symptoms, that's what you need to hear. I know how it feels to be called a hypochondriac or told your symptoms are "all in your head". They're not. I suffered for 22 years with chronic stomach pain, muscle aches, yeast infections, brain fog and terrible fatigue until a homeopathic doctor told me he knew what was wrong with me: I had gluten intolerance. This blog is dedicated to you. You're still struggling to figure out what's causing your mystery symptoms. Don't give up. The answer is out there and I can help you find it.
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