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Sunday 01 September 2019
Life&Living Dealing with dandruff ridden scalp
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JUMOKE AKIYODE-LAWANSON
know how frustrating it can be trying to get rid of dandruff on your scalp for the longest time. You must have spent so much money buying every single anti-dandruff shampoo and hair cream on the shop shelves and it still wouldn’t go. There goes your dream for long, beautiful and healthy hair. However, have you ever considered the fact that you may just be treating the symptoms wrongly? It is very popularly perceived that dandruff is a synonym for dry scalp and so you tend to douse your scalp with oil once you see flakes. There are different types if dandruff; the oily dandruff and the dry dandruff which seems to be more common for men who usually wash their hair everyday with soap while in the shower and rarely oil the scalp after their bath. Dry dandruff; typically consists of small white flakes that fall off your scalp easily at the slightest movement, so you usually see the flakes drop to your neck and shoulders. It doesn’t usually cause redness or irritation to the scalp and may disappear during warmer seasons. To treat dry dandruff, wash hair regularly with anti-dandruff shampoo and
keep your hair well moisturized, by massaging into the scalps. Oily dandruff; which is also called wet or greasy dandruff usually occurs as yellow or brown flakes that clump together and cling onto your hear shaft. It usually looks like your scalp is peeling. This is usually caused by too much oil on your scalp, the probable cause is the skin condition known as seborrheic dermatitis. Located underneath your scalp are sebaceous glands that serve the primary function of producing the natural oil sebum. This sebum
keeps your hair and scalp moisturized and prevents them from getting dehydrated. It also serves the purpose of reducing frizz and prevents the signs of aging from appearing. When your sebaceous glands start working in overdrive and are producing sebum in excess quantities, it builds up and makes it sticky, resulting in oily dandruff. Since oily dandruff is longer lasting and can cause extreme itching, it is advisable to treat by using natural remedies rather than off the shelve products.
How to treat oily dandruff According to stylecraze.com, the use of Aloe Vera gel, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice and Amla juice and baking soda could help treat oily dandruff. “Aloe vera gel is an excellent remedy for eliminating wet dandruff as it contains cleansing enzymes that get rid of dead skin cells, oil buildup, and fatty deposits that clog your hair follicles. It also contains glycoproteins that reduce inflammation and soothe itchiness,” Arshiya Syeda said in her article on Stylecraze.
By applying the gel all over your scalp and wrapping your head with a hot damp towel before washing out with mild shampoo, you could be on your way to having a clear scalp in three weeks. Apple cider vinegar also acts as an excellent oily dandruff remedy mainly because it helps regulate the sebum production on your scalp. It also cleanses the oil buildup clogging your hair follicles and soothes irritation. Just pour half a cup on your hair, massage it in and leave for 10 minutes before washing it off. Hair experts say this routine should be followed at least once a week to see results. A mixture of lemon juice and amla juice on your scalp before wash could also help, as Lemon juice and amla juice work in sync to cleanse the wet dandruff and accumulated oil from your scalp. Additionally, the citric acid content of the lemon juice acts as an antimicrobial agent that gets rid of any infection that could be feeding off of the wet dandruff on your scalp. Baking soda paste works wonders because it completely removes all accumulated sebum on your scalp and deeply cleanses it. It also balances the pH of your scalp to regulate the production of sebum. Just make it into a paste by mixing with water and leave on your scalp for ten minutes before wash.
Foods that naturally cleanse your kidneys IFEOMA OKEKE
absorbs toxins, it does its job by taking some of the hard work away from your kidneys. Apples may also reduce inflammation in the body and work wonders for your digestive tract. Get chomping!
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id you know that your kidneys are responsible for removing waste products from your body? If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, or hardening of the arteries, you may develop kidney disease, preventing your kidneys from doing the job they are supposed to. Kidney disease is life-threatening, so wouldn’t you want to do everything you can to look after your kidneys and keep them clean? You can’t put a scrubbing brush to your internal organs, but you can try these foods. Leafy Greens Your mom doesn’t go on about eating your leafy greens for no good reason; she obviously knows how beneficial they are for your kidneys! Leafy greens are packed full of Vitamin C and K, along with fiber and folate. They also reduce your blood pressure, balance out your blood sugars, and reduce kidney stress. The best part is, there are many things you can do to make them attractive in your diet. Cranberry Juice Everyone knows that cranberry juice can be beneficial for urinary tract infections, but did you know it can also offer your kidneys a helping hand as well? Drinking cranberry juice can cleanse your kidneys of one of the leading causes of kidney stones – calcium oxalate. However, it’s essential to choose organic or additive-free cranberry juice. The purer, the better.
Garlic Your kidneys rely on you to treat your body like a temple. Otherwise, they can fall victim to toxins and inflammation. If you’re not all that good at doing what your body needs, then make sure you always include enough garlic in your diet. Garlic contains allicin which has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Both can be beneficial for your kidneys and blood The upside is, cranberry juice is delicious as well as helpful! Turmeric Inflammation in your body can cause a range of conditions, with kidney disease being one of them. To cleanse your kidneys and give them a fighting chance, get your share of turmeric. Turmeric contains curcumin which offers anti-inflammatory properties. It’s also beneficial for fighting kidney disease and those pesky stones. Add it to your rice, curries, stews, or even put it in a smoothie. Just make sure you don’t get it on your hands, as it stains! Apples People do say that an apple a day keeps
the doctor away, but who would have thought that might be true? Because apples are packed full of fiber which
pressure. Dandelion Leaves
While dandelion leaf tea is not all that pleasant to drink, your kidneys will love you for it. Dandelion leaves contain flavonoids – antioxidants that cleanse your kidneys and purify your blood. They can also reduce your blood pressure. You can buy dandelion tea and leaves from many health stores, and you can also use the leaves in salads! If you’re prone to stress, there’s nothing like a cup of dandelion tea to start your day. Olive oil Olive oil has a whole host of benefits for your body, but it can also be beneficial for the health of your kidneys as well. Olive oil can lower your cholesterol, relieve pain associated with kidney stones, and work to reduce inflammation too. The best part is, it’s readily available and affordable to buy. Opt for extra-virgin olive oil if you can – it’s premium grade with no chemicals in the pressing process. Lemon Juice If you want to try something that will not only cleanse your kidneys but stop them from forming kidney stones, then set your sights on the humble lemon! Lemon juice increases your citrate levels, which stop kidney stones from wanting to form. Forming a special lemon cleanse is easy. Squeeze four lemons into hot or cold water every day and drink it! Say goodbye to kidney stones and hello to a delicious kidney cleanse!