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Fortify Your Health!

There are hundreds, possibly thousands, of disease-fighting chemicals in plants. Here are some of the best food you can eat to stay healthy. Remember, not all have been medically proven to fight disease X,Y or Z. But healthy veggies never do any harm... 1) Soya beans helps prevent cancer of the breast, endometrium and ovary. 2) Onions and leeks may slow the development of tumour cells. 3) Carrots are a good source of the antioxidant beta carotene. 4) Broccoli helps stop carcinogens (cancer causing agents) damaging our DNA. 5) Carrots, celery and parsley all help slow down cancerous mutations. 6) Oranges are rich in the antioxidant vitamin C and help protect against stomach cancer. 7) Nuts and seeds are good sources of dietary fibre which speeds food through the gut, allowing carcinogens less time to interact with the lining. 8) Peas are a good source of folic acid, which helps in the formation of red blood cells.

What should you do to get healthy,bouncy,shiny hair?

Some tips: 1) Consume a protein-rich diet; do include milk, dairy products and pulses. 2) Increase your daily intake of green leafy vegetables. 3) Use garlic paste as a staple in your food. Garlic is an excellent antibiotic and antiseptic. 4) Massage your scalp regularly with mustard oil. 5) Drink a mixture of ground amla in water, before you sleep. 6) Soak amla, reetha and shikakai in water overnight. Strain in the morning using a muslin cloth. Apply to scalp. Leave on for 30 minutes. Rinse well with water.

How to stop sudden nosebleed:

A nosebleed can sometimes look very scary but one needs to stay calm.Most nosebleeds look much worse than they really are. Almost all nosebleeds can be treated at home. 1) If you get a nosebleed,sit down and lean slightly forward.Keeping your head above your heart will make your nose bleed less.Lean forward,so that the blood drains out of your nose,instead of draining down the back of your throat.If you lean back,you may swallow the blood.This can cause nausea,vomiting and diarrhoea. 2) Use your thumb and index finger to squeeze together the soft portion of your nose.This area is located between the end of your nose and the hard,bony ridge that forms the bridge of your nose.Keep holding your nose until the bleeding stops.Don't let go for at least five minutes.If it's still bleeding,hold it again for 10 minutes straight.You can also place a cold compress or an ice pack across the bridge of your nose.Once the bleeding stops,don't bend over or blow your nose.

Exercise for better health:

1) In case you needed an incentive,here is a review of the advantages of exercise 2) Helps control weight 3) Maintains healthy bones,muscles,and joints 4) Reduces risk of developing high blood pressure and diabetes 5) Promotes psychological well-being 6) Reduces risk of death from heart disease 7) Reduces risk of premature death 8) Studies have also shown a link between exercise and a reduced risk of certain cancers. Being its long-term effects,moving your body has immediate benefits.The short-term results of exercise include helping people to think and move better,manage stress,improve mood,and get an energy boost.The excuses that people often give to not exercise are the precise reasons to exercise.People who say they are too tired or don't have tiem to workout don't realise that exercise gives people more energy and allows them to be more productive with the rest of their time.

Snack the healthy way:

Eat five or more servings of fruits and vegetables a day as part of a healthy diet.These plant foods can do many things to boost good health,including- 1) Reduce the risk of some cancers. 2) Beat the signs of aging. 3) Improve memory. 4) Promote heart health. 5) Enhance the immune system. One way to incorporate fruits and veggies into your diet is to have them as snacks.If you can do one thing to improve your health,concentrate on getting fruits and veggies with high nutrients such as low-fat yogurt and nuts.The best time to snack is when you are hungry between meals. But beware: Cravings could easily be mistaken for hunger cues,especially for people who are dieting.

Say bye to cellulite:

You don't have to rush to the gym to get rid off cellulite.A few at-home tips could work as well: 1) Detoxify your body, especially the liver and colon. Cut out nicotine and caffeine, do not eat extra salt or fat and drink a lot of water. Eat things like soya,blueberries and nuts. Onions are good for reducing cellulite as they act like a natural diuretic and will release the excess water from the skin cells. 2) Do exercises that will help you loose weight on your legs and buttocks, like special exercises to improve muscles in your thighs like walking, cycling,climbing stairs, yoga and pilates. 3) Massaging the areas that have cellulite will increase circulation and break the fat up. You can use a body brush or use a body wash or exfoliator while bathing. This will also increase circulation. Use aromatherapy oils like sage,cypress and juniper help in cellulite reduction. 4)Wearing pantyhose helps to reduce cellulite. Wear those that are body shaping and contour your thighs. Pant...