Monday 29 September 2014

Why Are Online Medical Stores Gaining Popularity In India

Online Medical Stores
Medicines are part and parcel of human life from the time man has become civilised. Infact, when man was cave dweller, he used different types of leaves, bark of the trees, flowers and fruits to get rid of different diseases. With the advent of civilisation, there came doctors and medicines. In olden days, doctors used to make the medicines on their own and give them to the patients. As time went by, the concept of medicine shops or pharmacies came up. These are the stores where medicines are stored and sold as per the requirement of the patients.

Modern world and its applications have changed the life style of man. Now-a-days, internet has become an indispensable part of human life. Internet is used not only for work, but also for the purpose of entertainment. In addition to this, it is also used for shop

Benefits of online medical stores in India
Few decades ago, online medical stores were present only in the western countries. However,  online pharmacies in India are nothing new these days. These stores are gradually gaining popularity among the customers for the different benefits that can be obtained from these stores. Some of the benefits of the stores are given below.

Orders can be placed from home
The customer can place the orders of the medicines just sitting back at home. Orders can be placed by simply uploading the scanned copy of the prescription on the site of the online medical stores. These sites also take orders over the telephone. People who are not so accustomed with internet, can place the orders by making phone calls to the help desk of these stores.

No need to stand in queue
When we go to the medical shops, we need to stand in the long queue and wait for our turn to come. However, if we place the orders on the online medical portals, the energy is saved as we do not need to stand in the queue and the time is saved as well. The medicines are delivered at the doorstep of the customer within 24 to 72 hours of placing the order.

Discount can be obtained on the products
Like any other shopping portals, the medical portals also give discounts on the products that are ordered. Infact, some of the portals give so much discount, which is actually not possible for the offline stores. This saves the money of the customers.

Generic medicines can be ordered as well
The customers can order the generic medicines in the medical portals. This means that the customers can inform the help-desk about the composition of the medicines and get the medicines from them.

OTC products can also be ordered
OTC or “over the counter” products can also be ordered through the medical portals. OTC products are those which can be ordered by the customers without showing the prescription. Beauty and grooming products, health drinks, breakfast cereals, etc. can also be ordered in these medical portals.

Like all the countries, people of India is also becoming extremely busy with  the passage of time. This is the reason that every minute is very important in anyone's life. To save the time, people are buying everything online. Medicines are not any exception to this. So, different online pharmacies in India are helping the customers to place their orders online to save their time, energy and money.
ping. Infact, medicines can also be bought through online medical stores. Many online pharmacies in India are helping the patients and their families to buy medicines using internet.

Friday 26 September 2014

How Can Yoga Help Us To Get Beautiful Body

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Healthy and beautiful body is everyone's desire. We try to do every possible things to have a beautiful body which include glowing skin, proper weight and height and well-shaped and toned body. Whenever we get to know about any new tip which tells us how to lose weight or how to have beautiful skin, we follow them. However, this often have negative effect and makes the situation difficult to handle. We are ready to try artificial products to have a healthy life, but we forget about natural products which are more effective for a beautiful body.

Benefits of yoga
Yoga is the best option for any person to have a beautiful body. Yoga not only tones the body parts, but also helps to purify the blood, lose weight and have a healthy life all together. Yoga is an age old form of physical exercise, which was discovered in India. However, now-a-days this is gaining popularity all over the world because of its uncountable benefits. Some very common and easy forms of yoga are described below for all to have a beautiful and healthy body.

Half moon
Place the right palm on the floor just a few inches away from the right foot. Then, raise the left arm, with the fingers pointing towards the ceiling. Next, lift the left leg in the air. Look up at the ceiling and stay in the same position for about 5 minutes and relax.

Revolved half moon
Put the left hand on the floor. Turn the torso towards the right. Now raise the right arm towards the ceiling and look straight up to it. Hold on to to this position for some time and then relax.

High lunge

Join the hands and raise them above the head. Keep the abs tight. Now bent the right leg at right angle and rest on the ankle. The left leg should be at the back in the lunge position. Stay in this position for some time and then relax.

High lunge twist
Bent right leg at 90 degree angle and rest on the ankle. Join the two hands in a prayer position. Now, twist the torso towards the right. Look straight to the right and wait for some time. Relax after some time and repeat this on the other side.

Upward dog
Lie down upside down on the floor and place the hand on the two sides of the body. Now, slowly breathe in and lift the chest. Try not to touch the floor with the hip. Hold on to this position for about one minute and then relax.

Downward dog
Stand straight and raise the hands above the head. Now, slowly bent in front and place the hands in front of the feet. Be in such a position that the hip is being lifted up towards the ceiling. Relax after few minutes.

Plank
Lie down on the mat in an upside down position. Now, balance the body on the hands and toes and slowly lift up the body. The shoulders should be just above the hands and the abs should be tight. The body should be in a straight line from head to toe.

Low plank
This yoga is just like the plank, although the elbows should be bent at right angle and the body should be near the floor. Stay in this position for one minute before relaxing.

Standing split
Stand straight and slowly place the palms just on the two sides of the toes and the head down. Now, slowly raise the left leg up, as much as possible. Be in this position for 5 minutes and repeat this with the right leg.

Awkward chair
Stand straight, join the hands and raise them over the head. Now slowly inhale and tighten the abs. Slowly squat down to be in a position of sitting on a chair. Rest in this position for few minutes. Gradually breathe out and relax.

Practicing these yoga exercises, which are described above can do magic to the body. Regular practice of yoga makes the body healthy, fit and beautiful. Infact, it also helps to have a positive mentality and stay happy. So, it is often suggested by the physicians to practice yoga for a better and healthy life.

Thursday 25 September 2014

Skin Care Routine – How to start off with it

Feeling jealous as you look at the amazing skin your friend has? Well, you should know that it takes a lot of effort to get a radiant skin and your friend might have been following an effective skin care regime for a long period of time! If you wish to get a bright and glowing skin, then you should also start following an effective skin care routine. Worried about how to start an effective skin care regime? Well, read on to know more.

Skin care routine to follow

Here are some of the basic steps which will help you start off with an effective skin care routine:

Know your skin type: Before you start following a regular skin care regime, it is essential for you to know what type of skin you have – dry, oily, normal, combination or sensitive skin. You can contact a dermatologist who can help you know your right skin type.

Cleanse your skin thoroughly: As a part of your skin care regime, make sure to cleanse your face regularly. Various cleansers and cleansing foams are available which will help you in this process. You can get these skin care products in different price range. Choose the one that suits your skin type. Cleansers formulated for oily skin won't work well on dry skin!

Exfoliate your skin: To get a smooth skin, it is essential that you exfoliate it at least twice a week. Exfoliation will help you in getting rid of the dead skin cells that accumulate on your skin due to pollution, dust, stress, etc. Removing the dead skin cells will help you get a soft and supple skin.

Toners are a must: As you exfoliate your skin, the pores on your skin will open up. If you do not use a good toner after exfoliating, it can lead to break outs and pimples due to opened up pores. The toner will help you in closing the pores. Thus, when you are shopping for skin care products, do not forget to buy a good toner that suits your skin type.

Never forget to moisturise: Whether you have a dry skin or an oily one, never forget to moisturise! This will help you keep your skin hydrated and ensure that you get a soft and supple skin all throughout the year. Moisturising your skin only during winters will not be of much help!

Avoid touching your face: Your hand can contain a number of bacteria as you hold various things with it. If you touch your face with your hands, the bacteria and other germs will get on it leading to pimples and break-outs. So, it will be better to avoid touching your face with your hands.

Never forget to apply sunscreen: When you are buying skin care products, make sure that you buy a sunscreen which has SPF value of more than 30 at least. Apply sunscreen whenever you decide to step out in the sun irrespective of the season. This will help you avoid the negative affects of UV rays. Also, it will help you avoid tanning.

If you follow the above mentioned rules for skin care, be assured to get a radiant and blemish-free skin soon!
skin care regime, it is essential for you to know what type of skin you have – dry, oily, normal, combination or sensitive skin. You can contact a dermatologist who can help you know your right skin type.

Wednesday 24 September 2014

Practice Yoga To Get A Flexible Body

yoga asanaIf you wish to lead a healthy life, you will have to put in the needed effort. This does not mean that you will have to spend hours in the gym sidelining your daily activities. Maintaining yourself and enjoying a healthy life is easy if you are ready to put in some effort. You can simply invest some time in practicing Yoga and you will definitely love the results. There are different types of Yoga poses specially effective for reducing fat in specific body parts. You will just have to consult an experienced Yoga expert and get trained in this regard.

Poses that can help you get a flexible body

All of us will love to get a flexible body. Here are few yoga poses which will help you enjoy the same:

Mountain pose or “Tadasana”: Start off your Yoga session with this basic and easy Yoga pose. Stand tall with your feet together. Lift your heels and let your big toes touch the ground only. Your hands should be in a relaxing position at your side and the fingers should be together. This will help stretch your legs and hands to a great extent.

Child pose or “Balasana”: This pose is also known as the resting pose. It will help you in relaxing your whole body and will also work to reduce the fat accumulated in and around your stomach and thighs. Place your knees and tops of your feet on the floor with your feet together and touching the ground. Rest your belly and your chest between the legs. Also, place your head on the floor and stretch your arms out in front of you.

Downward-Facing Dog or “Adho Mukha Svanasana”: This is an excellent pose for stretching your whole body. This pose can be initially tough for the beginners but it can be made easier by increasing the distance between your feet. Hinge forward at the waist with your feet hip-width apart. Press your arms flat into the ground and your hips should be in the air. To get the right posture, your hands should be shoulder width apart. Apart from this, your arms, shoulders and back should be in a straight line. You will be surprised to note that you can take a break by resting in child's pose and then go back to the downward facing dog position.

Chair Pose or “Utkatasana”: This is considered to be a symmetrical pose. In this pose, both sides of the body will be moving in and out of the pose at the same time. The best part is that it will heat you up and strengthen the legs. To be correct with this pose, you should stand with your feet together or your hip width apart. Bend your knees (as if you are sitting on a chair) and raise the arms up alongside your ears.

Tree Pose or “Vrksasana”: This is actually a one legged balancing pose. This pose is known to increase confidence and concentration levels. It also eases out stress levels. You will have to stand on one leg and bring your other foot up to as high as your thigh depending upon the flexibility of your body. If you have a good balance, then you can lift your arms into the air so that you create "branches" for your tree.

Try incorporating these Yoga poses in your regular lives and lead a healthy life. You can practice these yoga poses at any time of the day but morning will always be the preferable time.

Tuesday 23 September 2014

Eat Smart To Maintain A Healthy Body

Healthy Body
We all must agree to the famous saying, - “Health is wealth!”. It is quite true that in order to maintain a healthy body, it is necessary to consume healthy food. However, in today's world, just consuming healthy food is not enough. You will have to eat smart in order stay well. Thus, you should know what food items you should eat. Moreover, there are specific foods which can be helpful for specific body parts. You should know them in order to maintain better health.

Smart food for better health


Here are some of the healthy food items which are extremely essential for maintaining a better health. Let's take a look at them:

Citrus fruits and melons: These food items are extremely good for the health of your breasts. Oranges, melons and other citrus fruits are extremely rich in Vitamin C. If you consume a Vitamin C heavy diet, then you will be able to keep diseases like Breast Cancer at bay! 

Olive oil: Recently, an Italian study has found that women who included olive oil in their diet were at 30% lower risk of getting infected with Ovarian Cancer. The healthy fats found in the olive oil are thought to suppress genes which are susceptible to cause Cancer.

Rhubarb and bok choy: Concerned about your bone health? Well, in that case, you should definitely include Rhubarb and bok choy in your diet. Rhubarb is rich in Vikamin K and bok choy is full of Calcium and both these things are excellent for the health of the bones. They help in keeping the bones strong and dense. They also help in maintaining the bone health density.

Walnuts: If you wish to maintain your brain health, then make sure to include walnut in your regular diet. Walnuts are known to contain the much needed omega-3 fatty acids. They help the brain cells to communicate with each other. Apart from this, they are also required for cognitive performance, nerve health as well as memory.

Carrots: Concerned about the health of your eyes? Well, then include carrots in your diet. This is a healthy food which is full of beta carotene which later on converts to Vitamin A in the body. Now Vitamin A is quite essential to maintain the health of the cells in the cornea of the eyes. It protects the eyes from germs, dust, inflammation and infections.

Grapes: Well, purple and red grapes contain loads of flavonoids which is quite essential to protect your heart from diseases. Apart from this, it also plays a great role in reducing the chances of Cancer and brain ageing. Also, a recent study has suggested that grapes can help in controlling blood pressure levels.

Sweet potatoes: This vegetable is shaped like pancreas and is also quite helpful for maintaining the health of this organ in human body. It helps to release sugar gradually in the bloodstream. As a result, they don't stress this body organ allowing it to function well and also regulate the blood sugar levels.

So, make sure to include these food items in your diet as much as possible and ensure that you are healthy always!

Monday 22 September 2014

How Cold And Flu Medicines Help To Give Relief

cold and fluCold and flu may be the most common diseases all over the world. Every person gets affected by these at some point or the other during the whole life time. Breathing problem, sneezing, coughing, blocked nose, etc. are some of the common symptoms of cold. Rise of body temperature in addition to these can cause flu. Generally, cold and flu are not taken much seriously as these are very common and can be cured very easily. In most of the cases, a person who suffers from the disease do not consult a doctor and take medicines as decided by himself. He visits the pharmacy or order the medicines through the online pharmacies in India to get the medicines. However, he or she actually causes damage to the health by taking any medicines randomly. So, it is advised to consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Cold and flu can be symptoms of some major diseases like jaundice, typhoid, pox, and insect borne diseases like malaria, dengue and many more. So, it is better not to take these diseases lightly and consult a doctor if these linger for a quite a few days.

Remedies of cold and flu
We can get rid of cold and flu by becoming a little conscious about the diseases. By following few steps we can get relief from the problems caused by the diseases. These are discussed below for the benefit of all.

Nasal Spray
When we suffer from cold and flu, our noses get blocked. This causes difficulty to breathe.  Infact, it is all the more difficult if we try to sleep or lay down some where. So, it is often prescribed by the doctors to use nasal spray to avoid this situation. Nasal sprays open the blockage of the nose and give comfort the patient.

Water vapour
Exposing the face to the vapour of boiling water helps in giving relief during cold and flu. Water vapour helps to reduce headache which is mainly caused due to cough accumulation in the forehead. It also kills the viruses that are responsible for the disease.

Balm
Balm can also be used to get relief from cold and flu. Rubbing a little bit of balm on the chest and forehead reduces prolonged coughing and headache respectively. If the sleep is getting hampered due to coughing, rub a bit of balm on the throat and wrap a cotton cloth around. This gives relief to the problem, just like magic.

Natural remedies
Use of natural ingredients is always the best to get rid of any disease. Cold and flu an also be cured by the use of natural ingredients such as tulsi, ginger, cinnamon, pepper, basak (scientific name justicia adhatoda), etc. In India, kada is often used to give relief to the cold and flu naturally. This herbal drink is prepared by boiling ginger, pepper, cinnamon, fennel seed, cumin seed, sugar, etc. together with water. This gives huge relief to the problems of cold and flu.

Medicines
It goes without saying that, medicines give relief to the diseases as well. Different medicines are available in the market and through online pharmacies in India which can be used to prevent cold and flu.

Although cold and flu appears to be very simple diseases, they should not be neglected as this may lead to bigger problems in the future. Infact, doctor should be consulted and if needed necessary tests should also be done to avoid any complications. The medicines that are prescribed by the doctor can easily be available in the medical shops and through various online pharmacies in India. So, all these steps which are discussed above can be followed to get relief from cold and flu.

Friday 19 September 2014

How Men Can Enhance Their Beauty Using Ayurveda

ayurvedic grooming for menIndia is famous for the use of ayurveda from time immemorial. Infact, the use of ayurveda in India has become so famous all over the world that the western countries are also adopting this therapy to have fit and healthy life style. Ayurveda gives emphasis on the use of herbal products and yoga for the benefit of health. Uses of fruits, vegetables, flowers are common in ayurveda. It is always best to use natural skin care products rather than those made of chemicals for a healthy skin. For this purpose ayurveda is the best option.

Previously, only women were interested about beauty regime. However, now-a-days men have also become health and beauty conscious. In this respect they are taking up ayurvedic products for a better and ever lasting effect. Ayurveda not only makes the outer surface of the skin beautiful, but also helps to make the body healthy from inside. If a person uses the skin care products made of natural ingredients, he or she can actually feel the change in the skin condition. Many ayurvedic grooming products for men are available in the markets which are hot favourite among all.

Tips for fair and clean skin for men
It is a myth that men cannot get fair and clean skin. Infact, using ayurvedic products can help them get fair and clean skin. Use of ayurveda should not be only limited to skin care products, but must be taken as food as well to have a healthy body. A healthy body is a boon of nature and a gift of God. So proper care of the health is required to enjoy life to the fullest. Some tips are given below which can be used for getting a healthy body and skin as well.

Papaya can make the skin glowing
Eating papaya is good for the liver. If the liver is healthy, the skin also looks glowing. Papaya can be mashed and used as a face pack. This helps to remove the dead cells of the skin and gives a glow to the skin.

Tomato reduces sun tan
Cut a slice of tomato and rub on the face and neck daily. This will help to reduce the tan and darkness caused due to the exposure to the sunlight. Tomato also makes the skin look fair as this also helps to remove the dirt from the skin.

Use of natural scrub is always better
A natural scrub can be made using nuts like cashew, almond and pistachio along with rosewater, wheat germ oil, chickpea flour, red lentil and the cream of the boiled milk. Using all these ingredients a paste can be made and used as a scrub. Apply this paste on the face and let it dry for about twenty minutes. Wash off the dried paste from the skin using water. This will make the skin glowing and fresh.

Use milk as a cleanser
Dip a cotton ball in milk and rub it on the face and neck. Milk acts as a magnet and pulls out all the dirt and dust from the skin, thus making it free from pimple and rashes. This may be the reason that in olden days babies were bathed with milk just after birth so that they can get glowing skin.

Yoga helps to have a healthy body
In the ancient times people used to engage themselves in physical exercises as there was less use of technology at that time. However, with the advent of technology, physical exercise has reduced. So, yoga can be a healthy option to have a healthy body. Yoga not only makes the person look beautiful but makes him fit and healthy from inside. A healthy body means an automatic healthy glow on the skin.

Use herbal products for shaving
While shaving, using herbal products is a safer option. Infact, chemical products can make the skin rough. First wipe the cheeks with a towel soaked in warm water, and then apply vegetable oil on the cheeks. A natural soap made of ayurvedic products can also be used to make the lather. At last, shave off the whiskers using a new razor. It is advisable not to use old razor for shaving.

Now-a-days, it cannot be said that beauty and skin care products are used only by women. Infact men are equally conscious about making themselves presentable to all. They follow different regimes for this purpose. Uses of herbal and ayurvedic products are preferred by all to get a fair a clear skin without causing any damage. In addition to this, be satisfied with the life and be happy. This is the most important factor which helps to have a beautiful skin condition.




Thursday 18 September 2014

Take Care Of Your Aged Skin With Ayurvedic Remedies

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Your skin can turn aged either with time or it can age prematurely. Well, premature ageing of skin is a common problem for many of us. Normally, people turn to costly cosmetic products in order to stop or reduce premature ageing of the skin. However, these costly skin care products might not have much impact on the ageing of your skin. Rather, it will be better if you could opt for ayurvedic products or remedies in order to take care of your aged skin and give it a new lease of life!

Ayurvedic remedies to avoid skin ageing

Here are some ayurvedic remedies which can play a great role in helping you avoid skin ageing:

Reduce age spots with lemon juice: One of the common symptoms which predicts that your skin is ageing is the presence of the age spots. Rather than using cosmetic skin care products in order to reduce skin ageing, it will be better if you could try ayurvedic remedies. Lemon juice is an important part of various ayurvedic remedies and will play a great role in reducing the age spots. Apply this juice regularly on the age spots and keep it for 10 minutes. Then wash it off. With regular usage, you will find that the age spots are slowly reducing.

Moisturize dry skin with coconut milk: One of the symptoms of aged skin is that it becomes dry with time. Rather than using cosmetic moisturizers, it will be better if you could use coconut milk on your skin. Various ayurvedic products are available which utilize coconut milk to prepare moisturizers for dry skin. You can use those products and ensure that your skin is not dry. A hydrated skin will help avoid getting prematurely aged.

Oil massage for a supple skin: A supple skin will remain healthy and young for a long period of time irrespective of your age. In order to get a supple and glowing skin, it will be better if you could go for a regular oil message. Different types of body oils are available in the market which will help you get a lovely skin. Sesame oil or ayurvedic oils can be of great help in getting a beautiful skin.

Enjoy sipping a cup of youthful skin tea regularly: Skin can become prematurely aged due to accumulation of toxins in the body. These toxins gets deposited on the skin. In order to enjoy a youthful complexion, it is important to remove these toxins from the body. A simple tea can help you remove these toxins. All you need to do is boil 4-5 cups of water and add ½ teaspoon of whole cumin seeds, ½ teaspoon of whole coriander seeds and ½ teaspoon of whole fennel seeds. Continue to let it boil for 5 minutes with the lid on, strain it and drink it in small sips throughout the day.

If you follow the above mentioned ayurvedic remedies, you will be able to enjoy a glowing skin and also be able to reduce the risk of premature ageing of skin. Thus, you can enjoy a tight, bright and beautiful skin all throughout your life!

Thursday 11 September 2014

Time Saving Workout That Can Be As Beneficial As Long Run Sessions

Time Saving Workout We all know that physical exercise is one of the secrets to healthy and fit body. However, our busy schedules actually leave us with no extra time for physical exercise. So we need to compensate this with workout that are not time consuming, but, are highly beneficial if practiced regularly. These workout options actually help us to burn the calories easily, thus making us fit and healthy. As these workouts do not require much time, we can practice them whenever we get some time.

Some healthy workout

Workout should not only be those which burn calories but should be those which also help in maintaining a healthy body. Some healthy workouts are listed below along with the descriptions to help the readers to practice them.

Jumping jack

This is an easy workout which is good for heart and lungs. This requires nothing more than jumping like a child. We have to stand straight in the floor and bend our knees a bit. Then we have to jump by stretching out our legs to the sides. While jumping, the arms should also be stretched and placed above the head.

Abdominal crunch

This is an exercise, which helps to lose the extra fat from the abdominal area. While practicing this exercise one should lie down on the floor and the knees should be bent. The hands are to be placed beside or behind the neck or can also be placed over the chest. Then, the shoulders should be lifted up and brought near the pelvic area. Once this step is done the shoulders should be brought back to the original position without much effort.

Push up

Push up is a workout which requires no equipment other than our body. This workout makes the chest and arm muscles strong. First we have to lie upside down on the floor. The feet should be together and the hands should be on the two sides of the body. The body should be then raised up by the support of the hand. Gradually the body should be brought to the original position. These steps are too followed for about ten minutes for a better result.

Squat

This exercise helps in strengthening the muscles of the legs, thigh, buttock and hip. This also helps in increasing the inner strength of a person. Often weights are used for practicing this exercise. The exercise should begin with a standing posture. Then, gradually the knees should be bent and the person should come to a sitting posture keeping the hamstring parallel to the ground. Once over with this step, the body should be brought to the standing posture again.

High knee running

This exercise is as simple as normal running and does not require much effort to perform it. This exercise requires to be standing on the floor with the legs to be apart about eight inches. The hands should be in the running position. The knees should be raised at the height of the hip, one at a time. Gradually, the speed should be increased keeping the position same. This is much better than running on the treadmill.

Regular workout is good for both physical and mental health of any person. So, it is always suggested by the doctors to perform any form of exercise and workout everyday to have a healthy body. The above mentioned workout options can help a person gain a fit body without investing much time. Infact, people who are extremely busy can try these workout options for a better result.

Wednesday 10 September 2014

Skincare – How To Establish An Effective Routine

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Everyone will love to have an amazing skin, especially if you are a woman. But in order to get an amazing skin, you will have to follow an effective skincare routine. There are various products available in the market which claim to help you in getting an amazing skin. But, before you buy any of these products, you should set a simple but effective skincare routine. Different routines are available for oily, spot prone skin as well as dry or combination type skin.

Establishing an effective skincare routine

Here are some of the major steps which will help you set up an effective skincare routine:

Try not to touch your face much: To get a glowing skin free of pimples and other rashes, the first step that you should take is to stop touching your face much. Constantly touching your face can transfer bacteria from your hands to your face leading to pimples and rashes. If you are in need to touch your face, wash your hands thoroughly. Following this regime will help you get a better skin.

Determine your skin type and buy products accordingly: A lot of skincare products, available in the market, claim to make skin better. However, before you buy any skincare product, you should first check out your skin type. Right skincare products will have better results on your skin. Normal skin will be smooth and firm with small or medium sized pores. It is neither too oily nor too dry. Dry skin, on the other hand, will be extremely tight and will be noticeably flaky. It might be caused due to lack of hydration or malnutrition. It will look quite rough. Oily skin is easier to identify as it will be shiny and wet. It is more prone to blemishes. Combination skin has everything including in it – nose, chin and forehead are oily, cheeks are dry and other parts of the face is normal. Sensitive skin can lead to severe irritations easily. So, choose the products as per your skin type.

Do not pop, pick or squeeze pimples: Though it is tempting to pick, pop or squeeze a pimple, it can have a worst impact on your skin. It will not only hurt you more but will also look worse and will also leave behind a scar. Thus, it will make your skin look worse.

Cleanse, tone and moisturize regularly: In order to get an amazing skin, make sure that you cleanse, tone as well as moisturize your skin regularly. It will be better if you could do this twice a day. If you cannot manage to do so twice, then make sure to do so at least once a day. This will help you remove the dead skin and make your skin glow.

Exfoliate your skin at least twice a week: To bring that amazing glow to your skin, make sure that you exfoliate your skin at least twice a week. This will not only help remove the dry skin but will also reduce the chances of pimples by controlling oil secretion on your face. While you scrub, do not be harsh on your skin.

Apart from the above mentioned points, ensure that you apply a face mask twice or thrice in a week to enjoy a healthy skin!

Tuesday 9 September 2014

Buying Generic Medicines Can Save Money

Medicine is a part and parcel of anyone's life. However fit one may be, he has to take medicines at some time or the other in his lifespan. A person can never be free from illness and disease throughout his life. Human body is just like a machine. Like all other machines, it also faces breakdown at times which are repaired by the use of medicines.

Truth about medicines in India
generic medicines
In India, people generally prefer to buy branded medicines as they are not much aware about the composition of the medicines that are prescribed to them by the doctors. The medicine companies and the doctors also take the advantage of the situation. The representatives of the different medicine companies try to convince the doctors, so that they prescribe the products of their particular company to the patients. In return the doctors are offered with lucrative gifts and tours to different destinations of the world by these medicine companies. The worst thing about this practice is that the medicines which can be available at a lower cost has to be bought at a higher price. This often causes problem for the patients coming from lower income background. To ease this problem, the government of different states of India are encouraging sale of generic medicines which can be bought at lower cost if the compositions of the medicines are known. Generic medicines are now-a-days available in different medical shops and also through online medical portals.

Where can generic medicines are bought

Generic medicines are common among the patients these days and they can buy these easily without much problem.

Government hospitals

Generic medicines are now available in government hospitals as the patients who come to the these hospitals are mostly from the lower income background. The government of states like Rajasthan, West Bengal and many other states of India are encouraging purchase of generic medicines. In a way the government of these states are helping the citizens in this way.

Medicine shops

Some medicine shops are also taking the initiative to sell generic medicines to help the customers buy the medicines at a reasonable price. The patients have to get the composition of the medicine that are prescribed, to them to get the generic medicines from these shops. Infact, some doctors also prescribe the generic medicines to help the patients and gain goodwill for themselves.

Online portals

Some online medical portals also sell generic medicines. The customers have to inform the composition of the medicines prescribed to them at the help-desk of these portals. Knowing the composition of the medicines the representatives of these particular portals send the best quality medicines at the customers' door step without charging any extra money for the home delivery.

Even after maintaining a healthy lifestyle, which includes proper food habit, hygiene and regular exercise, no one can stay away from medicines throughout his or her life. However, expensive medicines can give a mental shock to the patients even though it should help them gain a fit and fine physical and mental health. So to help any patient to have a better health condition, consumption of generic medicines should be encouraged. Infact all the medical shops and online portals must start selling generic medicines.

Monday 8 September 2014

Pimple And Its Home Made Remedies

home remedies for pimplesPimple is a serious problem mostly among youngsters. Although, pimple may not cause any major health issue, still it be a cause of uneasiness for any individual. If a youngster faces problem of pimple regularly, he or she can be a topic of discussion and joke among his or her friends. So youngsters are scared of pimple and they often prick it using their nails with the desire of getting rid of the problem quickly. However, this not only enhances the problem, but also leaves behind a mark of the pimple on the individual's face.

Home remedies for pimple

Pimple is caused due to impure blood flow in any body part and can be cured easily and quickly by following some homemade remedies which are discussed bellow.

Use of garlic

Garlic helps to purify the blood flow in the body. Consuming raw garlic regularly helps in blood purification. If the blood is purified, it will automatically reduce the chances of having pimple. Garlic can also heal the pimple if it is cut and rubbed over it for about five minutes. The face should be properly and thoroughly washed with water following this to remove the pimple as early as possible.

Honey also helps to reduce pimple

Honey not only tastes good but also helps to fight pimple problem. A clean piece of cotton is to be dipped in honey and the liquid is to be applied directly on the pimple. After about fifteen minutes it should be washed using Luke warm water. This will help in reducing pimple and its marks.

Lemon reduces the rate of pimple

Lemon is a rich source of vitamin C. As we all know, lemon contributes towards a better hair, skin teeth and nail condition. It also helps in reducing pimple. If a little bit of lemon juice is applied on the face before going to bed, then pimple can be kept at bay. Additions of lemon juice to homemade face packs also makes the skin clear, clean and glowing. A healthy skin is always free from pimple problem.

Ice stops pimple

Applying ice on the pimple affected skin can be of great help. Ice can be wrapped in a clean cloth and pressed against the face to lessen the risk of pimple. Ice helps to improve the blood circulation, removes the dirt and germ from the skin surface and thus cures the pimple affected area of the skin.

Toothpaste is a ready and instant remedy for pimple

We all know that toothpaste cleans our teeth, but how many of us are aware of the fact that it can be a remedy for pimples also? Well, you read it correct. Toothpaste can be applied on the pimple and left overnight. This should be washed properly with water the next day, only to experience the magical improvement.

Pimple can also be avoided by exposing the face to a large bowl of warm water. This opens the pores of the skin and stops pimple. In addition this makes the skin glowing. Pimple can also be removed by using different face washes, ointments and lotions which are easily available in shops which sell cosmetics. You can also buy them through different online digital pharmacies.

Friday 5 September 2014

Acidity – The best home remedies that you can go for

One of the common health problems that most of us face on a regular basis is acidity. It actually refers to a set of symptoms which are caused due to an imbalance between acid secretion mechanism of stomach and proximal intestine and the preventive mechanisms which ensures their safety. At times, acidity can be so severe, then you might have to consult a doctor and take medicines. These medicines are easily available at the local medicine shops as well as at the digital pharmacies. Thus, you can order medicines online and get them delivered at your doorstep.

Home remedies for AcidityHome remedies for Acidity

Rather than taking pills to solve the problem of acidity, it will be better if you could take help of some home remedies to get rid of it. Here are some of the best home remedies for acidity listed for you:

Resolve acidity with coconut water: Well, coconut water is a natural isotonic beverage which has the same electrolytic balance like our blood. Apart from this, coconut water is also known to have various nutrients like  sodium, calcium, potassium, phosphorous, iron, copper, sulphur and chlorides,  Vitamins of B group, ascorbic acid and small amounts of protein. Drinking a cup of coconut water every day in the morning can relieve you from the problem of acidity. You can even consider drinking it 3-4 times a day.

Get rid of acidity with lemon juice: You will be surprised to know that lemon juice is a natural antacid. It contains citric acid which helps to change your internal acidic environment to alkaline. Thus, it will be easier for you to get rid of acidity. Lemon juice is acidic and has a pH balance below 7. But when it goes inside the body, it gets metabolized and becomes an alkaline. Cut a lemon into two halves. Juice one half of the lemon and mix it in a glass of warm water and have it in the morning on empty stomach. Regular intake of this mixture will lower the chances of acidity.

Cure acidity with cumin seeds: The cumin seeds will help in stimulating the production of pancreatic enzymes. This in turn helps in digestion and keeps acidity away. Apart from this, it also helps to reduce nausea and vomiting. So, try including cumin seeds in your regular diet. You can add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds in a glass of water and boil it. Once it cools down, you can drink it. To get rid of acidity immediately, chew a pinch of raw cumin seeds. You will definitely love the result.

Say bye to acidity with watermelon: Watermelon has a pH of 9. The higher the pH, the lower chances of acidity in foods. Thus, watermelon can be considered as very alkaline. So, if you have watermelon, you can lower the chances of acidity. Apart from watermelon, some other fruits with low acid content include grapefruit, lettuce, broccoli and celery. You can mix watermelon juice and coconut water in order to get relief from acidity.

You can follow any of these above mentioned home remedies and solve the problem of acidity. Hopefully you will get relief from this health issue easily.