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Wednesday, June 5, 2013

Benefits of Almond





1.  They reduce heart attack risk.
Those who consume nuts five times a week have about a 50 percent reduction in risk of heart attack according to the Loma Linda School of Public Health.
2.  They lower ‘bad’ cholesterol.
Almonds added to the diet have a favorable effect on blood cholesterol levels, according to a clinical study by Dr. Gene Spiller, Director of the Health Research and Studies Center, Inc.

3.  They protects artery walls from damage.
It was found that the flavonoids in almond skins work in synergy with the vitamin E, thus reducing the risk of heart disease (Research at Tufts University).

4.  Almonds help build strong bones and teeth.
The phosphorus in almonds helps make this possible.

5.  They provide healthy fats and aid in weight loss:
  • Although nuts are high in fat, frequent nut eaters are thinner on average than those who almost never consume nuts. (Data from the Nurses’ Health Study)
  • Those who ate nuts at least two times per week were 31 percent less likely to gain weight than were those who never or seldom ate them in a study involving 8865 adults. (WHFood’s article on almonds)
6.  Almonds lower the rise in blood sugar and insulin after meals.

7.  They help provide good brain function.
Almonds contain riboflavin and L-carnitine, nutrients that boost brain activity and may also reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

8.  They nourish the nervous system.
According to Ayurveda, almonds help increase high intellectual level and longevity.
9.  They alkalize the body.
Almonds are the only nut and one of the few proteins that are alkaline forming.  When your body is not alkaline enough, you risk osteoporosis, poor immune function, low energy and weight gain.

Saturday, June 1, 2013

BENEFITS OF SAFFRON





Scrub


  • Saffron is a boon for coarse skin. It is also to enhance the texture. This creamed milk, mixed with rose water and sandalwood powder on your face glow comes from scrubbing and retain natural moisture.


Toner


  • Saffron brings to tighten the skin, it also helps to create smooth and shiny. It is used as cleansers and toners. Is an excellent herb for the skin. It improves skin texture. Skin Hydrating Toner can make saffron mixed with rose water. It was found in cleansers can make hot milk and yogurt.


Anti-Aging Lotion



  • Age saffron proves effective for reducing scars. Even the stains - removes stains. It is also an effective skin Lightner. It brings the skin tone as well as the tension. Prepare a paste mixed with saffron and honey and apply on the face. After 20 minutes, wash face with clean water. Keep in mind that small quantities of saffron is enough.


Lightning Skin Mask



  • 2-3 saffron threads,

  • 1 pinch sugar,

  • 1 t-spoon milk,

  • 1 t-spoon of water

  • and 2-3 drops of olive oil,

  • coconut oil or bike.

  • 1 t spoon saffron Soak overnight in water.

 Then the milk, add sugar and coconut oil. Soak a piece of bread slices in the mixture and then lightly clean hands Issechehra. Wash after 15 minutes. It pops up dark circles under eyes tinge to refine and lifeless face fills with life. The Nourishing Mask increases blood circulation and brighten.

Gloing Mask

  • ·         1 T spoon Cirunji to face illumination and 3-4 saffron threads Soak overnight in 2 tbsp milk. Prepare a paste by grinding it in the morning and put on the face. After 10-15 minutes, wash the face with warm water and mild.


  • ·         2-3 saffron threads, +1 t-spoon sandalwood paste with milk powder to 2 tbsp.

 Apply it on the face. Rotating the symmetry drying hands, wash with cold water, wipe face and pats on the tissue paper. Apply the pack on wet skin.

Facial Massage Oil


A few threads of saffron+ olive oil,+almond oil or coconut oil
to massage into the skin soft roundness of the face together - stays soft and patinated.