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All you need to know about Acne

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What is Acne? 



  1. Age - Age impacts the formation of pimples greatly. Due to the hormonal changes, the teenagers are more likely to develop acne. 
  2. Gender - Boys have more severe acne and develop it more often than girls. 
  3. Disease - Hormonal disorders can complicate acne in girls. 
  4. Heredity - Individuals with a family history of acne have greater susceptibility to the disease. 
  5. Hormonal changes - Before menstruation, during pregnancy, and menopause, girls see a sudden appearance of acne. 
  6. Diet - It is a myth that certain foods cause acne, but in reality, they just flare up the process causing Acne. 
  7. Drugs - Might appear as a side effect of drugs including tranquilizers, antidepressants, antibiotics, oral contraceptives,and anabolic steroids. 
  8. Personal hygiene - Abrasive soaps, hard scrubbing, or picking at pimples will make them worse. 
  9. Cosmetics - Oil-based makeup and hair sprays worsen acne. 
  10. Environment - Exposure to oils and greases, polluted air, and sweating in hot weather aggravate acne. 
  11. Stress - Emotional stress may contribute to acne. 


  1. Whiteheads 
  2. Blackheads 
  3. Small red, tender bumps on skin 
  4. Pimples (pus at the tip) 

Home Remedies 


1. Aloe Vera - Because of it's antimicrobial and anti inflammatory properties, Aloe Vera is used to not just get rid of acne but also to remove scars. 

  • To get rid of acne - Mix 2 tbsp of aloe vera gel extracted from the leaf, 1 tbsp of honey and 1 tsp of turmeric and blend it well to form a paste. Apply this for 20 mins and wash with warm water. Use this twice a week to get rid of all the inflammation and redness of acne
  • To remove the scars - Mix 2 tbsp of tomato juice with 1 tbsp of aloe vera gel to form a smooth paste. Dip a cotton ball into it and gently dab the skin with the cotton ball. Leave it for 15 minutes and wash the face with warm water.


2. Green Tea - 

  • Boil 2 cups of water and place 2 green tea bags in it for 15-20 minutes. Add a teaspoon of honey to it. This concoction cleanses the body and skin inside out. 
  • To wash the face with green tea, boil 2 bowls of water along with 2 tbsp of green tea leaves an allow it to cool. Splash this 2-3 times to get an instant relief from acne inflammation and redness.


3. Apple Cider Vinegar -

  • To get rid of acne - Mix 2 tbsp of ACV, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp honey in a glass of water and drink it before meals. 
  • To cleanse skin and avoid dirt - 2 tbsp ACV in 1/4th cup of water , dip a cotton ball into it and apply it on face. Wash after 15 minutes.
posted Aug 23, 2016 by anonymous

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What are Allergies?



  3. Insect stings, such as bee stings or wasp stings
  4. Medications, particularly penicillin or penicillin-based antibiotics


  2. Sneezing
  3. Stuffy nose (congestion)
  4. Runny nose
  5. Tearing eyes
  6. Dark circles under the eyes

Home Remedies









  • Add extra turmeric instead of normal amounts to the dishes.


Local honey - This is more effective than the processed honey. 

  • Have a teaspoon of local honey every morning with empty stomach
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What is Arthritis?


Types of Arthritis: 



Rheumatoid arthritis





  1. Injury (leading to osteoarthritis),
  2. Hereditary factors,



  1. Pain
  2. Stiffness
  3. Swelling
  4. Redness
  5. Decreased range of motion
  6. Fatigue
  7. Loss of energy
  8. Lack of appetite
  9. Low grade fever
  10. Chest pain while breathing in
  11. Dry eyes and mouth
  13. Nodules beneath the skin
  14. Numbness, tingling or burning in the hands and feet
  15. Sleep disturbances

Home Remedies 













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What is anemia?



  2. Pregnancy
  3. Heavy menstrual periods
  5. Thalassaemia (Inherited disease causing abnormal hemoglobin synthesis)
  6. Leukaemia ( Cancer of tissue which produces blood)
  7. Kidney failure
  8. Rheumatoid arthritis (Inflammatory disorder which affects joints)
  9. Hormonal imbalances
  10. Improper diet


  1. Feeling lethargic 
  2. Shortness of breath
  3. Becoming easily fatigued
  4. Pale appearance of skin
  5. Sleeplessness

Home Remedies 

Fennel seeds 
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  1. Wetting during the day
  2. Frequency, urgency, or burning on urination
  3. Straining, dribbling, or other unusual symptoms with urination
  4. Cloudy or pinkish urine or blood stains on underpants
  5. Inability to control bowel movements
  6. Constipation

Home Remedies

Olive oil
Fennel seeds
  • Make the child consume this before going to bed
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What is anxiety?



  1. Stress in a personal relationship, work, school/college.
  2. Trauma from events such as abuse, victimization, or the death of a loved one
  3. Stress about finances and money
  4. Stress from a natural disaster
  5. Lack of oxygen in high altitude areas

Emotional anxiety symptoms

  1. Excessive worry about the past, present or future

  2. Difficulty concentrating and remembering things

  3. Feeling apprehensive and powerless

  4. A sense of impending panic, danger or doom

  5. Mind racing, finding it hard to think

Physical anxiety symptoms

  1. Breathing rapidly or shortness of breath

  2. Increased heart rate

  3. Sweating

  4. Trembling

  5. Feeling tired or weak

  6. Dizziness

  7. Choking

  8. Dry mouth

  9. Stomach or chest pain

  10. Diarrhea

  11. Muscle tension and headaches

  12. Difficulty sleeping and nightmares


Home Remedies 


Chamomile tea


- Boil 250 ml of water and switch off the flame

- Dip 1 chamomile tea bag or 1 tbsp of dried Chamomile flowers

- Allow the tea bag to soak in the water for 5-7 minutes and strain the water

- Add half a tsp of honey to enhance the taste


Honey and lemon juice


- Mix 1 tsp of lemon juice with 1/2 teaspoon of honey

- To this add 1/2 tsp of grated ginger

- Consume this mixture thrice a day


Epsom salt bath


- Add 1 cup of Epsom salt in a tub of hot water

- Soak yourself into it to be instantly relieved

- The magnesium sulfate present in Epsom salt helps reduce anxiety




- Boil 1 cup of water

- To this add 1-2 tsp of Rosemary

- Strain the water and consume it twice a day
