THE VERAGLAM BLOG

Most of the foods we eat are loaded with nutrients, minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants that help repair, heal, grow, regenerate and nourish our cells, as well as prevent certain invaders from taking over our bodies. Below is a list of certain ailments and the foods required to combat them. Nature has blessed us with lots of healing foods, that a consistent consumption of them will help deal with such disorders. ANXIETY/ DEPRESSION Bananas, broccoli, oats. CANCER Bananas, beans, lentils, broccoli, cabbage, oats, oily fish, olive oil, papayas. mangoes, peppers, soya, seeds, tofu, spinach, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, watercress. CHOLESTEROL Apples, bananas, beans, lentils, garlic, nuts, oats, oily fish, olive oil, soya, tofu, yogurt, watercress. CIRCULATORY PROBLEMS/ ANEMIA Beetroot, blackberries, blackcurrants, blueberries, redcurrants, cabbage, carrots, game, garlic, honey, nuts, oats, papaya, mangoes, spinach, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, watercress. DETO

Have you stopped to ask yourself what other factors might be linked to your constant skin break-outs and blemishes? Have you had a good check on your towels and bed linens ? Yes, they can contribute to your skin issues. No matter how clean you might get, no matter how long you spend in the bathroom, you are always shedding cells.  Oils and dead skin cells are still on your skin and when you dry your skin with a towel, most of the residual oils and dead cells are transferred to the towel. Any wandering bacteria can land on your moist towel and start a breeding process there. Bacteria, fungus, dead skin cells, oils and other debris are then collected by the towel, which ends up causing skin infections, acne,  and irritations upon continuous use without washing. Fungi grow optimally at room temperature of 25 degrees Celsius and bacteria grow optimally at body temperature of 37 degrees Celsius. Your moist towel can be a good breeding ground and continuous use of that towel affec

TURMERIC FACIAL MASK... Turmeric contains a photo-chemical called "Curcumin", which can benefit the body, both inside and out. Turmeric mask works for acne and eczema. It reduces inflammation and redness, and promotes skin healing. Due to turmeric's antioxidant properties, it has been used for skin rejuvenation. It helps in softening lines and wrinkles, giving the face a youthful appearance. It is also effective with Rosacea - a chronic skin condition that is characterized by redness and pimples. It eases the redness and treats the disease. The Turmeric face mask is easy to prepare, and it acts as a moisturizer, exfoliator and reduces redness. It brightens the skin and makes it look fresh and clean. 1 teaspoonful of Turmeric 1 teaspoonful of Raw organic honey 1 teaspoonful of milk ( or natural yoghurt) 1 teaspoonful of lemon juice ( optional) Few drops of Tea-tree oil. Preparation: Put the turmeric in a bowl, add the honey, milk or yogh