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HEALTH BENEFITS OF CUCUMBER
Health Benefits of Cucumber
The cucumber is a type of melon and comes from the same family as watermelon, zucchini and other squash. It is cylindrical in shape with lengths of approximately 6 to 9 inches.
Its skin is very similar to watermelon, ranges from green to white. Inside, the flesh is pale green and very juicy.
The cucumber is a tropical plant but is also easily available in most part of the world. However, in some cultures, cucumber is more often used to make pickles, of which most of its nutrients would have been lost.Most people are unaware of the immense health benefits of cucumber and would avoid eating cucumber where possible. Fresh cucumbermay taste “bland” to some but its thirst-quenching and cooling properties are refreshing. It acts as an anti-oxidant when taken together with fried and barbequed foods.
Health Benefits
Blood pressure: Like celery, this colorless drink can help regulate blood pressure because of its minerals and traces of sodium.
Connective tissues, building: The excellent source of silica contributes to the proper construction of connective tissues in our body as in the bones, muscles, cartilage, ligaments and tendons.
Cooling: During dry and hot weather, drink a glass of cucumber + celery juice. It wonderfully helps to normalize body temperature.
Diuretic: Cucumber juice is diuretic, encouraging waste removal through urination. This also helps in the dissolution of kidney stones.
Fever: The temperature regulating properties in cucumber juice makes it a suitable drink when you have a fever.
Inflammation: The Chinese think that cucumbers are too “cooling” and not suitable for people with rheumatism. But we know now that cucumber can help counter uric acids that are causing inflammation in joints. When cucumber is taken it does its cleaning work at the joints, thus stirring up pain as it eliminates the uric acid. This means it also help other inflamed conditions like arthritis, asthma, and gout.
Hair growth: The silicon and sulfur content in cucumber juice makes it especially helpful in promoting hair growth. Drink it mixed with carrot, lettuce or spinach juice.
Puffy eyes: Some people wake up in the morning with puffy eyes, probably due to too much water retention in the body (or having cried to sleep). To reduce the puffiness, lie down and put two slices of cucumber on the eyes for a good ten minutes.
Skin conditions: The high amount of vitamin C and anti-oxidants in cucumber makes it an important ingredient in many beauty creams for treating eczema, psoriasis, acne, etc.
Sunburn: When there is a sunburn, make cucumber juice and rub it on the affected area for a cooling and healing effect.
Water retention: It supplies the necessary electrolytes and restores hydration of the body cells, thus reducing water retention.
New trends in Women’s party outfits
New trends in Women’s party outfits
‘Party wears’ is one of the newest forms of fashion that has hit mainly the metros. It’s mainly a high end form of fashion. This high end fashion is usually a blend of other fashion works. Party wears are decided according to the genre of the party. That is, the theme of the party decides its clothing. It can range from the Club party wears, Costume party wear,to the wedding party wears or even the family get togethers. Also as the pub culture in the metros develop, ‘Party wears ‘takes a pivotal stand in the fashion scenario.
For women, ‘Party wear’ comes up with a wide variety of clothing . Go to any designer boutique and the exotic variety they'll show you is amazing. The gamut of haute couture woman formal party clothes is commendably fabulous ranging from chic Halter dress to glittery cocktail dress, Stand-Up Collar Dress, Sheath Dress, Jacket Dress, Embellished Dress, Off-the-Shoulder Dress, Corset Dress, and Print Dress. For the evening purpose, something more gaudy and eye catchy is needed .Vibrant colors like copper brown, emerald green and dark purple can give you a more glamorous look. While the Indo western style V necked cardigans with a jacket can definitely bring out the style diva in you. Leather garments also make a statement in the fashion industry especially among party wears.The biggest hits in the leather fashion works are the designer Mobike jackets. Young girls crave for leather skirts especially Pencil leather skirt.The different varieties of Saris popular amongst the party wear are Sheeshadar
style(mirror work) of Gujarat where extensive mirror works are done on the saris. It gives that shiny and glamorous look, especially if it’s worn for an evening function. The Zardosi worked saris which includes sewing gold beads and chain stitching gold threads on the fabric. It brings out beautiful patterns in gold and silver, with studded pearls and precious stones. Patchwork, cut work, kundan, resham, gota patti work, mukesh work, stones work and aari work – all these form marked embroidery works which are generally used in ethnic party wear saris. The Lehnga cholis, Ghagra cholis, Salwars and Kurtas also exhibit the Mirror works, the Zardosi works, Zari works, Kundan works etc. The real beauty of all these works is evident when the clothing is worn for an evening function.
Let your face and eyes glow !
Ever wondered how some of the gorgeous celebrities manage to stay hot with their looks and posture? Well, maybe not everyone can develop a keen sense of aesthetics – some are just not cut out for it. But then, living in cities, you could at least present a well groomed and pleasant appearance if you take some effort to look after yourself.For, looks(not colour) do matter in today’s life and interactions in society.
Try out the following tips to freshen up your facial skin and give that sparkle to your eyes:
1. Be sure to drink enough water.
2. Wear sunscreen with a minimum of SPF 30 under the eyes to prevent skin weakening caused by sun damage.
3. Get plenty of rest.
4. Apply plain cool teabags over closed eyes. Don’t use herbal teabags, because most aren't as effective.
5. Apply cool cucumber slices over closed eyes for 15 minutes.
6. Be careful not to consume too much dietary salt. Start by learning about sources of sodium in the diet.
7. Apply vitamin K cream on your skin. Although studies haven't looked at the use of topical vitamin K for dark circles under the eyes, preliminary studies have found that vitamin K may help with bruising.
8. Vitamin C helps to strengthen blood vessel walls.
9. The dietary supplements grape seed extract and pycnogenol contain antioxidant pigments that may help to strengthen blood vessels and enhance circulation. They should be used under medical supervision by people on "blood-thinning" drugs such as Coumadin (warfarin) and aspirin. Certain foods, such as cranberries, blueberries, bilberries, tea (green and black), black currant, onions, legumes, and parsley also contain these antioxidant pigments.
10. Eat kidney-balancing foods. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, a bluish cast under the eyes are due to an imbalance in kidney energy. Learn more about kidney yang deficiency and foods to eat.
All importantly – to sustain an energetic all round balanced personality, think healthy, have belief in yourself and faith in the Almighty.
9. The dietary supplements grape seed extract and pycnogenol contain antioxidant pigments that may help to strengthen blood vessels and enhance circulation. They should be used under medical supervision by people on "blood-thinning" drugs such as Coumadin (warfarin) and aspirin. Certain foods, such as cranberries, blueberries, bilberries, tea (green and black), black currant, onions, legumes, and parsley also contain these antioxidant pigments.
10. Eat kidney-balancing foods. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, a bluish cast under the eyes are due to an imbalance in kidney energy. Learn more about kidney yang deficiency and foods to eat.
All importantly – to sustain an energetic all round balanced personality, think healthy, have belief in yourself and faith in the Almighty.
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