Preventing Dark Spots

Dark spots are very often mistaken as ageing spots; however, these can occur at an early age and can also lead to a larger problem that is known as pigmentation. So what happens to the skin? How do these dark patches or spots begin?

Brown patches are very often triggered off in pregnant women and are also caused by hormonal changes in the body and exposure to the sun. In the lower layers of the epidermis there is a pigment called melanin that gives the skin its colour and also protects it from the rays of the sun. When the skin is exposed to the sun, the production of melanin increases. Once it is produced, melanin matures and moves to the upper layers of the epidermis. In some cases, this transfer of melanin gets blocked and there is no pigmentation. On the other hand, the transfer is sometimes accelerated resulting in pigmentation and dark skin or dark spots.

In fair skins, the pigment gets gradually destroyed as it moves upwards towards the uppermost layer of the epidermis. As melanin is a dark pigment, the skin’s surface acquires a dark colour – the more the melanin the darker the skin.

So to sum up the causes of dark spots and pigmentation, exposure to sun without protection, hormonal changes, vitamin deficiencies, some sort of reaction from certain medication, lack of sleep and excessive stress and pregnancy are responsible.
 

So how do we reduce and prevent the possibility of dark spots from appearing? Can we reduce the stress and improve our lifestyles by focusing on sleep, exercise and diets? This is the only remedy for a glowing and clear complexion. Then we can move onto the natural remedies that can be used to reduce spots and lighten skin that is plagued by pigmentation.

Moisturising the skin is very important and should be done as a daily routine. The combination of wheatgerm oil and almond oil - approximately 2 drops of each applied on the skin and left on will also help.

I have often seen the combination of 2tsp of honey mixed with lemon juice works wonders when massaged into the skin daily. Not only does it bleach the skin but also proves to be a powerful natural moisturiser

Alpha hydroxy acids prove to reduce dark spots and pigmentation and it is an extract from fruits. Paw paw or papaya pulp massaged on the skin daily helps reduce pigmentation and dark spots. It contains powerful cleansing enzymes that clarify the skin.

I have also created a wonderful de-pigmentation scrub which when used regularly helps improve the skin condition very effectively. Here goes –

100gm powdered almonds
50gm oats
4 tsp lemon peel powder
1 tsp fresh lemon rind
2 Tbsp lemon juice
2 tsp sandalwood powder
Method:
1. Mix all the dry ingredients and store in a jar.
2. Take a tsp and add fresh full fat milk and mix well. Apply onto the skin and leave for 10 minutes. When dry, dab with milk and scrub off in slow rotating movements and wash off with cold water.

The 3-Day Detox Diet Plan:

Before you kick off your 3-day detoxification program, make sure that you keep the below outlined points in your mind. This will help you to make the most out of the diet.

1. Make sure you drink at least 8 Oz of water in the morning. The water should be warm. Add freshly squeezed lemon juice to it to ensure your body gets Vitamin C, which will help to spur the production of digestive juices.
2. Along with the consumption of fresh fruit juices, such as apple, orange and pineapple, make sure that you also drink at least 8 glasses of water throughout the day.
3. Consume foods that are rich in fiber, such as whole wheat bread and buckwheat. In addition, make sure you consume three servings of fresh fruits and green leafy veggies.
4. During the 3-day detoxification process, it is necessary to flush out your kidneys and liver. Drink dandelion or chamomile tea. Drinking fresh fruit and veggie juices can also help.
5. Be sure to exercise regularly during the 3 days of detox. This can be in the form of jogging, brisk walking, or aerobics.
6. Sleep is important, so ensure about 8 hours of sleep every night. If possible, take a short nap of 30 minutes in the afternoon.
7. During the 3-day detox, do away with consuming meats and refined foods. You should be looking to consume fresh fruits, veggies, natural yogurt, seeds, brown rice and fish.
8. There are different diet plans for 3-day detox, but most will advocate eating fibre-rich and organic foods.

Here is a diet plan you can follow during the 3-day detox.

• Breakfast: Have a small bowl of porridge along with a few berries and a sprinkling of ground linseed.
• Mid-Morning Snack: Eat 10 almonds and one small apple or pear.
• Lunch: Eat one cup of beans cooked with onion and garlic, a small serving of quinoa or brown rice and a bowl of salad.
• Afternoon Snack: Consume carrot sticks, celery, and sliced pepper by themselves or with 2 tablespoons of hummus.
• Dinner: Eat a small portion of tofu, salmon, or organic lean chicken with steamed green veggies and 2 tablespoons roasted sesame seeds.

You also can consume baked potato, tuna, natural yoghurt, tomatoes, guacamole, oatcakes, and cucumber. While fried foods can be avoided, you are allowed to indulge in a small quantity of these delights, shallow fried in olive oil.

The 7-Day Detox Diet Plan:

The 7-day detox follows the same plan as the 3-day detox, but stretches for a week. Just like the 3-day detox, the emphasis is on eating natural foods to cleanse the body of toxins and eliminate the free radicals. In addition, you should be looking to consume a lot of water to flush out the toxins. Here too you should start your morning with a warm glass of water with lemon juice to get your digestive juices going. Make sure you drink this before you have your breakfast.

It is not too difficult to follow a nutritious and healthy detox diet plan. Here are some tips to get you started:

Day 1:

While the emphasis is on fruit, stay away from bananas during the 7 days.

• Start your morning with a smoothie, but avoid dairy and soy milk.
• You can have natural yoghurt though.
• Take two fruits and make a smoothie with a scoop of natural yoghurt.
• Have salad for lunch, but do not use dressing.
• Dinner is where you can unleash your creativity. Have canned fish, as long as it is preserved in water.
• You can enjoy tuna and a baked potato for dinner. Add a squeeze of lemon juice to zest up the flavors of tuna.

Day 2 to Day 4:

• Have porridge, fruit or smoothie for breakfast.
• For lunch, you can have baked or boiled potato to get some energy along with a bowl of fresh veggie salad.
• You can use dressing that is prepared using just 1 teaspoon olive oil.
• On the second day, stay away from banana.
• You can have stir-fried veggies for lunch or dinner.
• On day 4, you need to get your potassium levels up, so consume a banana and drink some skimmed milk.
• You can eat up to 8 bananas.

Day 5 to Day 6:

• This is where you introduce tomatoes and onion into your diet along with smoothies, salads, and canned fish.
• By the fifth day, you would notice weight loss and also find that you feel better.
• Eat steamed veggies for lunch and dinner along with steamed fish.
• You can also consume vegetable soup and guacamole with carrots and celery sticks.

Day 7:

• This is the last day of your detox and you will be thrilled to get back to normal diet.
• Indulge in as much of fresh fruits, veggies, and vegetable juices as you want.
• You may feel a little weak due to lack of carbohydrates, but you will feel fit.
• You can include brown rice in your diet to add a dose of carbohydrates.
• However, if you want to lose weight at the end of the detox program, avoid the rice.

Foods to Avoid During Detox:

There are certain food items that are a strict no-no while you are on the detox diet. Check out right here:

• Red meat
• Turkey
• Sausages, burgers, bacon and pate
• Eggs
• Cream
• Cheese
• Butter and margarine
• Salted nuts and savoury snacks
• Chocolates
• Sugar
• Alcohol
• Processed and refined foods
• Readymade frozen foods
• Tea
• Coffee
• Sodas
• Mayonnaise
• Pickles
• Ready-made salad dressing

Most detox diet plans are quite easy and simple to follow, as you will not be eating anything elaborate during your detoxification. After your detox, you will feel healthier, energetic and leaner. And, you will be set to tackle the rigors of your life once more.
Source: stylecraze

MIRACLE DRINK TO REDUCE DIABETES

Here’s the recipe of his favorite juice:

INGREDIENTS:

• 5 bananas
• 2 apples
• 2 kiwis
• A handful of kale

METHOD OF PREPARATION:

It is very simple to prepare, all you have to do is to put all the ingredients in a bowl and then pour half a liter of water over them.

USE:

You need to drink half a liter of this miraculous beverage in the morning, and the rest throughout the whole day.

MORE TIPS:

If you decide to follow this diet, you should eat fresh fruits, fruit salads all the time. You should also consume tuna because its use is recommended for the high amounts of vitamin B12, which is essential for the body.
You won’t feel hungry because your brain will know that the stomach is full.
Source: humannhealth

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