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Monday, May 30, 2011

Daily Health Tip

Avoid using plastic cling wraps in the microwave as there is a risk of harmful compounds getting into the food.

Anti-dandruff shampoo not working? Try one with a different active-ingredient. For e.g., selenium in place of salicylic acid.

Sunday, May 29, 2011

Daily Health Tip

Avoid using tooth whitening products if you have inflamed gums as the chemicals in it can further irritate your gums.

Use hard-anodized aluminium cookware instead of teflon coated ones as there is no risk of harmful chemicals getting into food.

Friday, May 27, 2011

Daily Health Tip

Seafood such as oysters, sardines, clams, crab and fish produce a mood enhancing effect by supplying plenty of selenium.

Wear jewellery that suits your body type. Very small jewellery can make large women appear larger. Medium sizes suit most body types.

Thursday, May 26, 2011

Daily Health Tip

Spicy foods, foods high in fat and fiber, or excess amounts of caffeine can all precipitate indigestion.

If you are not blessed with a well toned stomach, avoid wearing Lycra or tuck in tops. A fitted jacket can make you look slimmer.

Monday, May 23, 2011

Daily Health Tip

If you are a diabetic, regularly visit your eye care professional to prevent associated eye problems.

Color treated hair is more prone to damage caused by extended sun exposure. Use a hat to protect your hair.

Daily Health Tip

Applying a pack made of tomato pulp and lemon juice can reduce acne as it has antibacterial properties.

Snack on a handful of Almonds as they are a rich source of Vitamin E and helpful in reducing cholesterol.

If you drink alcohol, do so in moderation. This means an average of one to two drinks per day for men and one drink per day for women.

Never exert pressure on the face while massaging it. Facial massage should always be done with a light, feathery touch of fingers.

Friday, May 20, 2011

Daily Health Tip

If you take alcohol, try switching your alcoholic drink choices to red wine and dark beer for maximum heart protection.

For a radiant but natural look, apply body shimmer after you have applied moisturizer. This also makes the shimmer set better.

Thursday, May 19, 2011

Daily Health Tip

If you have heat rash, do not use a towel after a shower and allow your body to air dry. The rash will disappear faster.

Three keys to diabetes prevention: Maintain normal body weight, get 30 minutes of exercise per day, eat a low fat high fiber diet.

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Daily Health Tip

If you love chocolate, go for the dark variety as pure dark chocolate contains heart healthy antioxidants called catechins.

Get a professional tooth whitening done by a dentist. It will make your smile more attractive in no time.

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Daily Health Tip

Exercise can lower blood glucose and possibly reduce the amount of, or even eliminate the need for diabetes medication.

If you are using an eyebrow pencil to define your brows make sure the color matches your hair color.

Monday, May 9, 2011

Daily Health Tip

Very dark lipstick color can make your lips thin and aged. For plump lips use a lipliner and fill with a slightly lighter shade.

After dinner walks are a good way to spend some quality time with your family and get some much needed physical activity.

Friday, May 6, 2011

Daily Health Tip

Thick foundation can make wrinkles very prominent. Light foundation dabbed with a sponge gives a smoother look.

If you are prone to heartburn, abdominal crunches may not be a suitable exercise for u as they thrust stomach acids into the food pipe.

Thursday, May 5, 2011

Daily Health Tip

Stand maintaining a good posture as it enhances the way you look and protects you from shoulder and back pain.

A magnifying mirror is a must-have in your make up kit if you want to apply perfect makeup.

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Daily Health Tip

When applying anti-ageing creams pay maximum attention to areas around the mouth, eyes and neck as they are most prone to wrinkles.

To avoid a hangover, consume something fatty before u drink, take your drinks slowly and take a glass of water before going to bed.

Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Daily Health Tip

A stroll around the office campus after lunch will prevent you from feeling drowsy and is great for your heart.

Your skin needs special care after mid-twenties as skin renewal slows down. Good diet and moisturizing well are most important.

Monday, May 2, 2011

Daily Health Tip

When you sit in your office chair, rest your feet flat on the floor and keep your thighs parallel to the ground to avoid low back strain.

Check the expiration date on sunscreen and discard expired ones. Most sunscreens expire in two years.