London Glossy - A Fresh Start Issue

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DE-STRESS YOURSELF

HEALTHY KIDNEY SECRETS

MANAGING STRESS HANDLING STRESS

LIFE CHANGES STOP OVER-MEDICATING

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NURSE YOUR NAILS

NATURAL & LUXURIOUS OVERCOME BRITTLENESS

DETOX MASTER CLEANSE SUPER CLEANSE LIQUID DETOX

MINDLESS BINGE EATING EMOTIONAL EATING BALANCE MEALS

BELLY FAT NO MORE

SHED LOADS PERFECT WORKOUTS

A FRESH START

London Glossy Anniversary LONDON GLOSSY ANNIVERSARY to LEADERS | 2023

LONDON Glossy | JANUARY 2024 LONDON 4 - 5 London Rocks Winter Festivals, Shows & Events 6 - 7 The Perfect Proposal

ARTS 8 - 9 Entertainment

BUSINESS 10 - 13 Retail & Sales Management Success Strategies

WELLNESS

A FRESH START

14 - 17 Healthy Kidney Secrets 18 - 21 Can Stress Kill You 22 - 25 Mindless Binge Eating

BEAUTY 26 - 29 Curing Eczema 30 - 33 Nurse Your Nails

This issue makes an emphasis on the digestive system, after all you are what you eat as the saying goes. You will find top tips from features: Kidney Secrets, Mindless Binge Eating and Belly Fat. Eczema is a big problem we present some home made methods to alleviate and prevent Eczema.

34 - 37 Sea Salt Miracle

FITNESS 38 - 41 Belly Fat

The nails are not to be overlooked, remember you can’t hide them, so check out the great tips from the superb Nurse Your Nails feature and make your hands more attractive.

FOOD 42 - 45 Food For Love 46 - 49 Detox Water

This time of the year is a great time to rekindle romance and our Food For Love feature has some suggestions to give you a great start to securing your love goals. Check out our Detox water piece that will help you rid of those unwanted toxins from the air.

50 - 51 Succulent Seafood

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London Rocks | MY CITY

MY CITY | London Rocks

LONDON ROCKS EMELI SANDE

(The Times). Selected as one of The Guardian’s ‘Ten Comedians to Watch’.

Her critically acclaimed debut hour ‘Stand Up with Janine Harouni (Please Remain Seated)’ was recommended by the critics at The New York Times and sold out venues in Edinburgh, London and New York. It has since been filmed as a special for Amazon Prime UK.

24 Jan, 9:15-1:15AM Ronnies Scott”s 47 Frith St London Emeli will be showcasing songs from her new album ‘How Were We To Know’ alongside fan favourites in a career-spanning setlist. Describing it as a ‘great honour’ to perform at Ronnie’s, she also hinted that she would be preparing something very special for these shows.

She has also twice topped the singles charts and scored another nine Top 10 hits, contributing to 25 million+ career sales to date.

Her many awards include four BRITs, three MOBOs and two Ivor Novellos.

The residency will be a rare chance for fans to see her up close in performance at this intimate venue.

Sat, 3 Feb, 19:00–23:50

Time and freedom breed invention.

GRAMMY® Award-nominated quintet Periphery will be performing live. Every member of the band has seemingly brought a new spirit to their performances. And yes, that intoxicatingly heavy rhythm guitar assault has leveled up as well.

LAUFEY Thur Feb 15, 18:00 - 22:30 Earth 11-17 Stoke Newington Rd, London N16 8BH

Mon 5 Feb 18:30

Laufey, a Los Angeles-based singer, composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist whose jazz songs are about young love and self-discovery. Raised between Reykjavík and Washington, D.C. with annual visits to Beijing, the Icelandic-Chinese artist grew up playing cello as well as piano and became hooked on the jazz standards of Ella Fitzgerald after digging through her father’s record collection.

26 Jan, 19:00 – 4 Feb, 13:00

RICK ASTLEY Fri, 9 Feb, 09:00 PRYZM Kingston 154 Clarence street, Kingston Upon Thames

JANINE HAROUNI 6 February 2024 Leicester Square Theatre London Janine Harouni is an American comedian who’s ‘ready for her Netflix special’

The Diana Ross Story

SHOLA AMA

Fri, Mar, 19:30 - 22:00

Thu, 14 Mar, 21:30 – 15 Mar, 01-30

BroadwayTheatre, Rushey Green, London, SE6 4RU

Boisdale Canary Wharf Cabot Place E14 4 QT

The World’s Premier show in celebration of Diana Ross and The Supremes.

Theatre audiences prepare to be taken on a spellbinding journey visiting one of the greatest musical stories ever told.

The is a fantastic show in celebration of Diana Ross and The Supremes. Theatre audiences prepare to be taken on a spellbinding journey visiting one of the greatest musical stories ever told.

The show features a chronological history of hits from a career culminating in over 100 million record sales fronted by 2 international Diana Ross performers, Cherie Jade (The Supremes) and Tameka Jackson (Solo Career).

29 February Thu, 29 Feb, 20:30 – Fri, 1 Mar, 00: PRYZM Kingston 154 Clarence street, Kingston Upon Thame Celebrating the release of their new album ‘Where’s My Utopia’, Yard Act return to Kingston to play at Pryzm. Written in snapshots of time between a relentless touring schedule, and produced jointly by the band and Gorillaz’ Remi Kabaka Jr, the quartet’s second act is a giant leap forward into broad and playful new sonic waters.

6LACK

JASON DERULO - NU KING WORLD TOUR

Sun, 18 Feb, 19:00–23:00

Wed, 6 Mar, 19:00–23:00

Eventim Apollo 45 Queen Caroline St, Hammersmith London W6 9QH

The O2 Arena, Peninsula Square, Greenwich, London SE10 0DX

One of music’s most beloved and groundbreaking artists 6LACK made an explosive return with his now hugely critically acclaimed new ‘Since I Have A Lover’ album. Today, he announces his colossal new Since I Have A Lover world tour, produced by Live Nation. Set to kick off in the United States on October 1st, the tour will span across North America and Europe with over 40 dates and be supported by the beloved singer/ songwriter Mereba for a select number of shows.

Global superstar, songwriter, actor and dancer, Jason Derulo has announced a new show at The O2.

Forward-thinking, genre-defying, and massively creative, Derulo has staked his claim as one of the most dynamic forces on the global pop landscape.

Since breaking through the awardwinning singer-songwriter has sold more than 250 million singles worldwide and achieved 15 platinum singles.

Shola Ama shot to stardom after being discovered singing to herself at a London tube station. By the age of 18, she’d won a Brit and two MOBO Awards and released Much Love, her multi-platinum first album – a perfect mix of R&B and Neo soul which spawned a clutch of unforgettable hits including You Might Need Somebody, You’re The One I Love and Who’s Loving My Baby. We are delighted to welcome her back to the Boisdale stage.

SHAPE OF YOU Sat, 16 Mar, 14:00–22:00 Grove Theatre Court Drive Dunstable

YARD ACT

D-BLOCK EUROPE

Shen Yun 2024

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The London Palladium 8 Argyll Street, London W1F 7TF

Part of the Icons Orchestral Series.

For the first time in its illustrious 114 year history, the historic London Palladium will host a monthly orchestral residency

Roundhouse London Chalk Farm Rd London

D-Block Europe (abbreviated to “DBE”) are a British hip-hop collective with origins in Lewisham, South East London.

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Sun, 25 Feb

PERIPHERY

The O2 Arena, Peninsula Square, Greenwich, London SE10 0DX

Eventim Apollo 45 Queen Caroline St, Hammersmith London W6 9QH Through breathtaking dance and music, Shen Yun’s artists tell of a time when divine beings walked upon the earth, leaving behind a culture that inspired generations. Ancient Chinese wisdom, infused with Buddhist and Taoist spirituality and values, gave birth to everything from medical innovations to opera, dance, architecture, and even martial arts.

But after decades of communist rule, much of this divinely inspired culture has been destroyed or forgotten.

CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF THE ROLLING STONES

NE-YO & MARIO Wed, 13 Mar, 18:00- Sat, 16 Mar , 20:00 The O2 Arena, Peninsula Square, Greenwich, London SE10 0DX Three-time GRAMMY® Awardwinning hitmaker NE-YO is bringing his Champagne and Roses tour to The O2 with music veteran and R&B heavyweight Mario as special guest.

NE-YO the award-winning R&B hitmaker, iconic songwriter, actor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, has sold a cumulative 20+ million adjusted albums worldwide. His debut single, 2005’s “So Sick,” hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified quadruple Platinum.

NE-YO has also proven to be as powerful with his pen as he is in the studio and on stage. The Las Vegas native quickly became known as a go-to hitmaker, Joining Ne-Yo is the award-nominated singer/songwriter, actor, dancer and model, Mario who established himself as a household name with his hit single “Let Me Love You”.

The hit stage production, ‘Shape of You’, features the amazing music of one of the world’s greatest singersongwriters, Ed Sheeran, offering all of his classics in a completely live performance that will captivate you throughout.

The show draws from the multi-million selling albums Divide, Multiply, Equals, the ground-breaking new album Subtract and his collaborations album, including the songs: Thinking Out Loud, Sing, Lego House, Bad Habits, Overpass Graffiti, Eyes Closed as well as chart-topping collaborations Joker & the Queen and Perfect, making you fall in love with Ed all over again.

R & BLOCK PARTY Sun, 31 Mar OVO Arena Wembley Arena, Arena Square, Wembley, HA9 0DW A spectacular night of classic R&B, bringing together some of the most influential and cherished names in the genre on Thursday, October 26th 2023.

“R&B Block Party” is an event that will take you back to the golden era of R&B with timeless hits that have shaped the music industry.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the soulful voices and charttopping hits of the legendary artists who defined R&B in the 1990s and early 2000s.

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Lifestyle THE PERFECT PROPOSAL

THE PERFECT PROPOSAL Lifestyle

1. BE PERSONAL: Many women feel their partners or lovers never listen enough to them or do not really know what they want. This is the perfect opportunity to surprise her by planning a lovely evening doing what she loves the most. By so doing you will have already got your perfect moment to pop that question.

Dropping the proposal ring in her glass of champagne is always a winning style.

2. GET LUXURIOUS:

mantic sticky love notes would be very effective especially if you place them on those little things that you know she cannot do without in a day. Finally, offer to cook dinner and then as you are about to have desert, preferably a slice of chocolate cake, place your proposal ring next to the cake. The success rate for this style is usually very high.

4. THE TRADITIONAL STYLE: Simply known as the kneebend, this has been on going for several years. Take a deep

If money is no object, then you

breath, be spontaneous and

might want to plan a roman-

just go for it when she is laugh-

tic weekend away starting out

ing or relaxed. This could be in

with an evening full of fun, fine

private or in the presence of

wining & dining and lots of hot

family and friends. The spon-

salsa dancing. This heats up

taneous display of affection is

the situation more and sets

a big plus because many wom-

the mood right. The next day,

en love to be shown affection

after breakfast, go for a stroll

publicly.

along the shore or a riverbank and then choose that moment to propose.

3.BE CREATIVE:

THE PERFECT PROPOSAL PROPOSING TO A LOVED ONE IS A BIG DEAL ESPECIALLY IF YOU ARE NOT SURE OF WHAT THE RESPONSE MIGHT BE. WITH FINANCES BECOMING TOUGHER, IT IS EASY TO PANIC AND SHY AWAY FROM PROPOSING EVEN AFTER BEING TOGETHER FOR SEVERAL YEARS.

P

roposing to a loved one is a big deal especially if you are not sure of what the re-

sponse might be. With finances becoming tougher, it is easy to panic and shy away from proposing even after being together for several years.

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You are faced with how much money to spend and how best to ask your partner and the perfect place to propose. All the stress makes many forget the real reason for proposing; Love. The Perfect Proposal does not necessarily have to be complicated and expensive.

Most people only have this experience once in their lifetimes. If you are planning to do this on Valentines Day or any time soon, forget about the nerves and stress and simply read through our tips for The Perfect Proposal.

5.PARTY PROPOSAL: This can very tricky but can also be perfect if planned out

If your partner is the indoor

properly. Pre- arrange with

type, you might want to get as

the host of the party that you

creative as possible. A good

would like propose to your

example is to start out with lit-

partner as a surprise. Get her

tle love sticky notes in the dif-

sitting down, excuse yourself

ferent spots of your home that

briefly and simply walk up to

she has to see. Each sticky

that microphone to announce

love note should have a little

this proposal. This makes this

clue that will lead to the next

a Perfect Proposal that will be

sticky note. Place the first

hard to refuse.

sticky note on the mirror in the bathroom in the morning and the next on the jar of milk in the fridge with another little romantic message that will make her mind melt. These ro-

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BUSINESS SUCCESS

SUCCESS BUSINESS

RETAIL AND SALES MANAGEMENT SUCCESS STRATEGIES PROMOTE A HAPPY, INVESTED, AND PRODUCTIVE STAFF

By Nicholas Morine

W

hile

head

office

might

be

pushing

for

ever

increasing profit margins - you won’t get anywhere close without a dedicated and happy staff working with you!

The

worst

management

management

is

that

not

does

listen, is dictatorial in their terms, and

makes

decisions

without

consulting everyone involved with those

decisions.

Unfortunately,

this is also the common perception of most managerial roles – a perception that is in great need of an overhaul! Successful management is about more than gross profit margins and allotment of hours to cover a schedule – it is also about relationship building with your staff and clientele as well as providing incentive to flourish and to succeed

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amongst those working with you.

considered

peons,

underlings,

or

the fact that they feel disrespected

mere placeholders that will garner you

or

MOTIVATE AND EMPATHIZE WITH YOUR STAFF

numbers on the tally at the end of the

motivation is hardly much better – if

day – your staff must be motivated

you rule your staff with an iron fist you

to impress you through positive

will find not only that you can’t keep

While nobody would suggest that

reinforcement or your business will

good help (intelligent people do not

you have to become best friends

pay the full price.

take browbeating and intimidation

with your staff – it is certainly in

marginalized.

Authoritarian

tactics very well) but also that you

your best interest to treat them all

Unmotivated workers are much more

will lose the respect of your workers.

fairly, equitably, and with a great

likely to call in sick, quit abruptly, or

If your workers do not respect you,

deal of respect. They are not to be

steal from your store simply due to

neither will your clients – before too

BUSINESS SUCCESS

SUCCESS BUSINESS time to listen to their concerns, an

and reply politely with your own

employee, do so tactfully and

feelings on the matter, you will

with

of

see an immediate benefit for this

helping them learn something

nobility. It is better to be loved as

new. Everyone makes mistakes,

a manager than feared – provided

yourself included – so be sure to

you have ethical and bright staff

use constructive criticism rather

members – for they will do their

than a domineering approach.

best to impress you and to advance

If

you

the

must

stated

reprimand

intention

their own lot as well.

THE POWER OF POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT Positive

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long it is quite likely that you

might be over a given incident.

will be re-assigned or lose your

By exerting your power openly

position.

and without reserve you will not

Punishment rarely solves anything

actions. The simple fact is that good

only alienate any clients that may

in a retail or sales environment due

help is getting extremely hard to

STAY AWAY FROM POWER TRIPS OR PUNITIVE MEASURES

happen to witness this outburst,

to the nature of the sector – most

find, so be aware of this manpower

but it is quite likely you will

workers will be more than happy

shortage and keep your staff filled

alienate a great many of your staff

to tell you what to do with your

with talented and friendly employees

Avoid tyrannizing your staff at all

as well, including the likelihood

outburst and will exit immediately,

even if you might get frazzled at them

costs – no matter how furious you

that the direct target of your anger

leaving you short a worker and

from time to time.

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will quit on the spot.

reinforcement

Contrary to popular belief – nearly all lower echelon sales associates means

take a great deal of pride in

that you should treat your staff

their work and merely want the

exactly as you would like to be

opportunity to do their best and

treated in their circumstances.

be praised for their efforts. By

This means being understanding

appreciating the efforts and hard

of illness, family issues, economic

work of your staff and being

troubles, or any experience unique

receptive to their own issues you

to the human condition that may

will cultivate a much more positive

require you to have a chat with

and productive atmosphere in the

your employees. If you take the

workplace.

with a handful of employees who likely feel the same way about your

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Lifestyle WELLNESS

WELLNESS Lifestyle

1

Avoid

self-medication:

medicines

you

indulge

All

the

have

to

go through your kidney for filtration.

Increased dosage or taking medicines that you are not aware of can increase the toxin levels on your kidneys. Hence follow dosage recommendations and avoid selfmedication. Common anti-inflammatory

maintain kidney health.

4

Fresh juices is or fluids help keeping your

kidneys

healthy,

help

the

digestive system to flush out toxins. If you’re already suffering from kidney issues, avoid spinach and beets juices as these are rich in oxalic acid and lead to kidney stones instead have coconut water.

drugs can cause kidney diseases if consumed on a regular basis.

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Filtration of blood is a vital function

Get your kidney function checked

Don’t resist the urge to urinate.

2

Think before you take supplements

Healthy Kidney Secrets.

By The Editorial Team.

kidneys perform. When the process of

if you have any of the high risk

and herbal medicine: If you are

filtration is done, extra amount of wastes

factors

popping in vitamin or herbal supplements,

and water is stored in the urinary bladder

you should reconsider as excessive amounts

that has to be excreted. If you start

of vitamins and certain plant extracts can

overlooking the urge to go to the restroom,

cause kidney damage.

the urinary bladder stretches more than

• • • •

3

Control portion size and eat home cooked food to shed weight and

A

You have diabetes You have hypertension You are obese one of your parents or

its capacity, affecting the filtration process,

other family members

putting kidney stones risk.

suffers from kidney disease

s a matter of fact, with every

decade

after

your 30s, your kidney function reduces by

10%. Our kidneys are designed in a way that its filtration ability declines after the age of 30-40 years. If you increase

THIS WORLD KIDNEY DAY LET US VOUCH TO GET

the load on your kidneys right from

HEALTHIER. KIDNEY DISEASES CAN BE A SILENT

the young age, your risk of developing

KILLER, WHICH CAN LARGELY AFFECT YOUR

kidney disease in later part of your life

QUALITY OF LIFE. THERE ARE NUMEROUS WAYS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF DEVELOPING KIDNEY DISEASE AND MAINTAINING ITS HEALTH.

could increase. To be on the safe side, follow these few tips and take good care of your kidneys to prevent the risk of developing kidney problems.

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Lifestyle WELLNESS

WELLNESS Lifestyle

• •

Consume probiotics:

Avoid pain killers:

Probiotics are good bacteria that improve

Pain

kidney health by removing wastes from

inflammatory

the system and also contribute to digestive

such

health.

ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil, Nuprin), and

stay away from carbonated and

acetaminophen

sugary drinks.

killers as

like

non-steroidal drugs

aspirin,

(NSAIDs),

naproxen

(Tylenol)

anti-

can

(Aleve), prove

• •

Do eat:

fatal for kidneys. Moreover, frequent

Apples, Grapefruits, Watermelon, Grapes,

consumption of these non-prescription

Mushrooms, Oatmeal, Cranberry juice,

pills can also lead to kidney cancer if taken

orange juice, grapefruit juice, Pumpkin

for a longer period.

• •

Potatoes, Papaya, Pumpkin, Legumes and

Quit smoking:

•

seeds, Watermelon, Berries, Cabbage,

Tobacco causes cancer. The toxins released

Cauliflower, Red and Yellow bell peppers,

from tobacco not only damages lungs,

Garlic, Onions, Olive oil.

mouth and other organs of the body, it

seeds,

Bananas,

Sprouts,

Cucumbers,

also disturbs the function of kidneys and

Don’t eat:

increases the risk of kidney damage that

High animal protein diet, Salt, Artificial

can lead to cancer.

• • •

‘Maintaining a healthy kidney doesn’t take huge changes in our daily routines but smaller changes every day could do the trick. Kidneys are the most important

Lifestyle Changes:

pressure which is considered as one of the

Limit Alcohol intake: Alcohol consumption

primary factors of kidney diseases.

associated

with

numerous

health

It is better to follow a healthy diet to

toxins and that results in damaging

one of them. Alcoholic beverages contain

Choose healthy and fresh foods,

maintain a healthy body throughout.

normal kidney functioning.

It will not only help preventing

Go for health check-ups:

organs

which

perform

the

crucial

functions in the body. They help removing the nutrients which cannot be used by the body known as toxic substances in the form of urine. Not only that, it also removes excess water from the body and produces hormone like erythropoietin which regulates red blood cell productions.

It helps maintaining a balance between salt and water, regulates blood pressure, acid

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Keeping your body hydrated is one of

difficult to predict or prevent unless the

the most important things that needs

early symptoms are recognized.

more focus. Doctors suggest, an

diagnosis can help in preventing the

average person should consume 2-3

progression of the disease as most of the

litres of water which helps to flush

kidney infections are treatable.

out the toxins from body and keep kidney healthy. Our kidneys need water to function and when they get enough water only then they can eliminate toxins and metabolic waste from urine, digestive system and blood. Due to lack of enough water

consumption.

Quit

smoking

or

tobacco

consumption.

Increase daily water intake.

Maintain a healthy blood pressure and blood sugar level.

Consume enough fluid so that the

day.

kidney damage or unhealthy kidney being

of kidney disease strike at random, it is

Limit alcohol and sodium

Excessive salt or sodium intake in the

consumption, our body accumulates

Water intake:

Avoid processed foods.

modified foods.

and calcium metabolism in the body.

at least twice a year. Many of the causes

good fats in your diet.

to consume 2-3 litres of water per

Do’s and Don’ts for kidney health

blood pressure and blood sugar checked

Avoid fatty and oily foods. Include

Limit salt intake:

hazards,

deadly diseases

Increase fluid consumption and

Carbonated beverages and Genetically

is

It is advisable to get your urine test,

minutes a day and stay active.

of clear urine per day. It is advisable

food and beverages can lead to high blood

kidney disease but also most of the

Exercise or walk for at least 30

body can produce at least two litres

sweeteners, Dairy products, Caffeine, Soda,

Preventing Kidney Disease - Top Tips Nutritionist, Gives Us A Few Vital Kidney Facts And How To Prevent Kidney Disease.

Limit caffeine consumption.

carcinogen and ethanol that disturb normal kidney functions making the body more prone to high blood pressure that is one of the one major reasons for kidney damage.

• • •

include anti-oxidants in your diet.

Reduce fatty foods and sugar intake.

• • • • • •

Limit sodium (salt) consumption to 6g/day.

Cut down on animal protein and processed foods.

Maintain a healthy weight.

Include adequate dietary calcium in your diet.

Eat fibrous foods. Add fruits and veggies.

Include Omega-3 fatty acid.

Get enough sleep.

World Kidney day 14 March 2024

Early

Stay active: Staying active might help you lower your blood pressure, stress levels and control weight. Hence, this helps in reducing the chances of kidney damage or any disease related to kidney. Moreover, when you are active, your endorphin levels go higher and boost your mood.

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Lifestyle WELLNESS

WELLNESS Lifestyle relationship, your job, or school.

problems, and perhaps lose a

It could be frustration due to a

spouse and find yourself alone.

boss who’s never satisfied, car

The simple fact is we can never

problems, overdue bills, arguments with your spouse, or friction with your children. Alone or in any combination, these bigger, long-

STRESS:

CAN MAKE YOU OR BREAK YOU

make along the way that determine

major health problems over time if

whether your stress kills you or

not taken care of.

makes you stronger.

WE ALWAYS HAVE

When under stress many chemical

SOME STRESS

changes take place, helping your

From the moment we’re born we’re

awaits. It’s a natural response

faced with varying levels of stress.

that has helped us survive as a

When you were a baby you cried if

species.

you were hungry, tired or needed

negative stress causes you to

changing. You voiced your stress

feel chronically angry, anxious

and a caring adult would hopefully

and afraid. Good stress helps you

take care of your needs. When you

feel alive, excited, and eager. All

were a child you faced the stress

stress—good or bad—is your body’s

of homework and passing tests

way of preparing to flee or fight.

body to prepare itself for what

chores. As a teen and young adult you went through more schooling and higher levels of stress as you prepared for your vocation,

T

at least twice a month, while most people face mild stresses on a daily

basis. You’ve probably heard that chronic stress is bad for you, leading to high blood pressure, a weakened immune system, heart disease or even stroke. However, stress can actually be good for you and make you stronger if it’s handled correctly.

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You’ll need to understand the different levels of stress and what types of stress are good and which are bad. Without any stress at all life becomes

you’ll

mental, emotional and physical

correctly, short-term stress can give

problems and also change your

you the incentive you need to excel

these all have varying degrees of

and perform to your best ability. Short-

stress related to them. At times the

term stress can be exciting or nerve-

stress can be worse than others

wracking, though either way it’s usually

especially if you find yourself

soon over.

unemployed,

to depression, anger problems, or even drug and alcohol addiction.

find

that,

when

managed

job, get married, have kids, perhaps

piled on you though it can lead to

behavior. Excessive stress can lead

However,

uncontrolled

The first step in taking bad stress that can kill you and turning it around to good stress that makes you stronger is to recognize when you’re stressed and managing it right away.

factors.

Once you’re out of school you get a

under moderate to severe stress

this stress and the decisions you

at school, and doing household

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TYPES OF STRESS

living. It’s how you handle all of

term stress factors can lead to

dealt with relationships, and other

hree out of four people say that they’re

really get away from the stress of

purchase a home and vehicle, and

have

financial

MANAGING STRESS Although it’s nice to imagine a life that’s calm, peaceful and stress-free, you really don’t want to

avoid

stress.

Instead,

you

need to learn how to handle it so that it’s a positive thing and not a negative. So often when we’re facing problems we worry instead

boring, there are no challenges

SHORT-TERM STRESS

LONG-TERM STRESS

problems or marriage issues.

or excitement, and you’ll never

This is the type of stress you might

This type of stress is chronic, affecting

When you get older you eventually

you daily or several times a week.

now?” when instead we should ask,

reach your full potential. When

feel before a test, job interview,

retire, encounter health issues

first date, or presentation. Here

This may be constant worry about a

“How can I overcome this?”

there’s too much stress that’s

due to aging, may have financial

of wonder. We say, “Why me? Why

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WELLNESS Lifestyle HANDLING STRESS BETTERHELPS Many people are in a situation where there’s so much stress it’s crushing them. This is due to faulty ways of thinking and bad choices. The good news is you can always make better choices so that your stress levels are reduced and you can turn your life around.

Perhaps you need to say no more often, go back to school so you can get a better paying job in a field you find interesting, budget your finances, get out of a negative relationship, overcome an addiction, or take better care of your health.

You may also find it helpful to follow a regular exercise program such as running or yoga. Meditation and relaxation exercises are also beneficial in relieving stress and its effects on the mind and body.

you down or pushing you backward.

manage the stress in your life and

Life doesn’t have to be filled with

taking appropriate actions as soon as

It’s as simple as making choices that can

negative stress that harms you.

possible, you can become stronger,

help move you forward rather than holding

Instead, by working on how you

healthier, and happier.

HOW STRESS HELPS YOU

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Good stress is something you want

choices in life such as getting a

Looking at things this way you can

since it can help you, your family,

degree so you can have a better

see why it’s better for us to have

and society. When you have positive

job, taking your children to the

some stress in our lives. Only when

stress in your life you can give your

doctor if they’re sick or injured, and

you allow it to get out of hand by

best, overcome challenges, find

motivates you to overcome your

ignoring problems or staying in

solutions, and meet or exceed your

bad habits. Good stress is what

negative situations will it hurt you.

expectations. Positive stress is

causes societies to make laws and

what propels you to make better

follow rules.

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WELLNESS Lifestyle We give you a few quick pointers-

A

take it out on a punching bag, distract yourself by calling a friend or simply surfing the internet.

Healthy House: Avoid junk food in the house, you can’t

binge on it. Stock up on unprocessed, low-calorie, low-fat foods, organic, fresh

D

be kind and compassionate to yourself!

fruits and veggies, hummus, unbuttered popcorn for munching.

Tamanna C, an Angel Therapist, Psychic Healer, Soul Coach, “ We may not

B

Trigger Factors: The next time you reach for comfort food,

if you are physically unwell, it will

that we are made of 5 dimensions-

reflect in your auric field, making you

Aura- the energy shield around you ,

feel more weak with weak immunity, it

physical level- your body, Mental level-

will eventually lead to mental stress and

thoughts, beliefs, perception, brain

emotional insecurity. It is scientifically

processing, Emotional level- feelings,

proven that there is an emotional/

sense, emotions, Psyche/ Soul level-

mental

with

karma and wisdom. Now a block on

disease/ ailment including something

alternative behaviors that can

any of these levels will create a block or

as terminal as cancer.”

help you cope up. Simply go for a walk,

imbalance on other level. For example,

Now coming back to how emotional

If not, try to figure out what emotions you are feeling. And most importantly maintain a food diary on your mood food intake. You’ll get your answers!

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Are you eating for your body or emotions?

Ways to deal with emotional eating.

level plays a very important part on our physical being. I often share with people

question yourself if you are really hungry.

MINDLESS, BINGE EATING!

realize but our mental and emotional

C

You

can

come

up

reasoning

behind

every

stress can lead to over eating, she elaborates. “Whenever we work from our levels of 5 dimensions, we consume energy. If we physically exercise we need energy to replace it, hence we feel hungry. When we think too much or over work, we need to balance it

Guys, accept the fact that we don’t always eat simply to satisfy our hunger pangs. We also turn

with energy. Similarly when we are

to food for our comfort, combating stress, as a pick me up or often even as a reward. So food

emotionally low or drained, there is

becomes your go-to when you are sad, angry, lonely, bored or tired! Sadly, however emotional

consumption of energy due to which we

eating doesn’t fix emotional issues. It makes you put on weight, makes you feel guilty and worse

land up eating more than our normal

afterwards. Learning to recognize your emotional eating is the first step to changing your habits.

intake/ capacity. It’s also proven that

Emotional eating is using food to make yourself feel better, to fill emotional needs, not your

in any healing work, especially with

stomach.

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WELLNESS Lifestyle emotionally

low)

always

have

a sweet/ candy which is high on sugar and less on fat, rather than indulging in fatty desserts/ chocolates/ ice cream. Another short cut is just have a spoon of sugar directly as it will give you the energy rush that is needs, cutting down the need for you to binge on un-necessary sweets.

4

If you are craving salt, have a packet of salted wafers. Not

that it’s the healthiest option but again its potato and salt which gives the much needed energy, rather than you binging on other savory/ fried food.

light workers/ healers our

energy burning than the usual. In

consumption of water/ salt/

order to balance the outgoing energy,

sugar is more than normal. I

we consume food which is physically

need 12-14 liters of water and

not needed by us, resulting in putting

a little extra salt in my food,

on weight/ fat. Just because we are

since I’m not much of a sugar

emotionally low, doesn’t mean we must

person.

stress

physically torture our self and later

usual involves feeling fear,

realize and regret what was not needed.”

insecure, angry, low, upset,

Here are some tips from

Emotional

sensitive, cranky etc. while our emotional energies are at play, we land up magnifying the problem more than what it is. There is nothing wrong in it but it’s just human nature due to which there is more

Tamanna C, to deal with emotional healing-pointers-

1

Whenever you find yourself eating more than the usual, ask yourself is

it my body that needs to or my emotions. bring your awareness to the root cause.

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7

Having any kind of herbal tea also

not dealing with it.

reduces emotional level quickly,

cutting off the un-necessary craving you

We may not realize the way we let our

have.

emotions effect the way we look. Balance it off in a manner that it doesn’t ruin the way

8

Another technique is to start on the

you look, because if you don’t look good

spot jogging or jumping or just deep

to your own self, it will create even more

breathing. This helps increase metabolism

emotional insecurities/ fears and blocks

rate, so even if you land up eating more

creating a circle which will be very difficult

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than usual you can burn the food faster

to break. So keep a check on your emotional

feeling less lethargic.

eating patterns, rather than getting carried

during one meal, balance it with

9

5

Have as much as water as you can.

Always balance your meals.

If you are having excess sugar

away and ruining your precious body.

Never ever sleep after eating. It’s very

Lastly, no situation or person is worth

normal to feel emotional, stuff your

ruining your body for, so choose and eat

face with comfort food and pass out or get

wisely! Respect your body, because you’ve

into TV coma. It’s the worst thing you can

crossed lifetimes to incarnate into this

your need, you affirm – I will

do to your body and emotional level. You

lifetime in the body that you are.

only eat as much my physical body

are just numbing your pain with food and

salt in the next meal. Don’t overdo anything, else it will lead to repulse reaction, which in turn will make

2

The moment you get aware to

you feel sick.

needs and can sustain without causing any imbalance in my physical body.

3

If you are craving sugar (which most of the people do when

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Lifestyle BEAUTY

Lifestyle BEAUTY and environmental triggers can result in this condition.

Extreme weather can irritate eczema,

heavy

perspiration

can lead to itchy skin as well as prolonged exposure to water is another eczema-trigger. Water can cause dry skin, which can lead to persistent itching.

Beware of scarring which is usually from post-inflammatory

CURING

hyperpigmentation, or residual redness from inflammation so maintain a healthy skin barrier

ECZEMA

by using a gentle cleanser twice

ECZEMA IS AN ATOPIC DERMATITIS, VERY COMMON FORM OF SKIN CONDITION, PREVALENT IN CHILDREN AND INFANTS BUT CAN OCCUR AS AN ADULT AS WELL.

help with evening our skin tone,

daily and moisturizer twice daily without any harsh ingredients.

Including

vitamin

C,

niacinamide and aloe vera can

minimizing inflammation, and boosting collagen production.

Oatmeal baths for 30 minutes a day can also help remove dead skin cells, calm inflammation

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and restore hydration while reducing scarring.

However, it helps to start with

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CAUSES OF ECZEMA

starts in babies or young children,

from allergens like dust mites,

symptoms

a

pets, pollens, mold, and dandruff,

from mild forms, when skin looks

Eczema is commonly occurring

child becomes a grown-up. For

certain foods as dairy or soy

may be defective, leading to loss of

dry and flaky, to severe forms, when

in families with a background of

some people, eczema goes away

products, eggs, nuts and seeds,

function which means allergens can

skin can be extremely irritated and

other allergies or asthma. While it’s

over time for many, it remains a

as well as wheat, certain fabrics

sensitise through the skin. Which

red to a severe form which can make

not contagious, it may be inherited

lifelong condition.

particularly wool and polyester

means typically one may have itchy,

your skin crack and ooze. This is

infants with parents who have

non-contagious, inflamed skin that

due to an overactive reaction by the

allergies or asthma are at highest

can be present on any part of the

body’s immune system to an irritant.

risk for getting it. Eczema usually

The red, rashy, skin ailment is a

body.

chronic inflammatory autoimmune

The appearance of eczema can vary

disease, where the skin barrier

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improve

when

and stress levels can increase flareA combination of things ranging

ups. A combination of genetics

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Lifestyle BEAUTY

TIPS ON SKINCARE PREVENTING ECZEMA PREVENTING ECZEMA - TOP TIPS

Keep a consistent skin care routine. For

Apply a moisturiser at night and then

relieving itchiness, use antihistamines.

use the night oil to act as a barrier which

Steer clear of heat, sudden temperature

will help protect your skin from external

change, stress, scratching, wool fabrics,

factors.

junk food etc which trigger the skin condition and keep a humidifier handy.

Try non-irritating beauty oils, fragrance

While there is no permanent ‘cure’ for

free range made for sensitive skin types.

The basic treatment would be of course

eczema one can only reduce the symptoms

Packed with natural, skin-balancing

to moisturise daily with rich oils to avoid

of a flare and manage the condition.

properties

Avoid skin irritants, for example essential

Keep a daily routine for your skin, ensure

Squalane is an incredibly ultra-gentle,

oils which has irritants, scents and

you have an AM and a PM routine Apply

anti-inflammatory, natural emollient.

sensitizers so this could cause a flare up

oils or eczema solutions at night or post

This makes it perfectly placed to calm

in your skin. Always opt for a fragrance

bathing when the skin is damp to help let

redness and irritation and the ideal

free range, you can go organic, natural

retain moisture. Of course, with eczema

ingredient for those prone to sensitive

preferably. Also avoid certain harsh

condition, skin needs moisture around

skin Meadow foam seed oil will help

shampoos and soap bars as they are

the clock. Night oils has ingredients that

lock in moisture. These oils will help

known to dry out the skin, if at all use

help lock in the moisture.

replenish, intensively hydrate, helps

flaking and dryness.

mild ones.

sooth inflammation, give you renewed appearance!’

soothing

moisturizers,

particularly

off dead skin, avoid using scrubs on

later in life. Primarily, the skin has 3

those that contain ceramides, which are

skin with active eczema. A scrub may

layers, outer layer (Epidermis), the

naturally occurring lipids (fats) in the

be really irritating for skin affected by

middle layer (Dermis), and inner layer

skin, which help to maintain normal

eczema. However, if the granules are

(Subcutaneous layer).

skin barrier function. Lotions can be a

soft or paste-like, and the base of the

bit drying, as they have a higher water

product is heavier and more ointment-

The outer layer has layers within itself,

content, pick up a heavier cream with

like, then water may be trapped in the

the basal layer, prickly cell layer, corneal

ceramides or petrolatum.

skin which is ideal, and the hydration

layer. The corneal is the visible skin

Scalp- The scalp can experience a few

may soothe the eczema.

what we can see with our eyes, it often

different conditions which may look like

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starts from the Corneus layer of the

eczema. Depending on the condition,

‘Eczema is a condition when the skin

skin. Eczema can also be hereditary and

there are different shampoos, gels and

cannot retain moisture and dries it

can lead to the skin looking dehydrated,

creams containing ingredients such as

out. Eczema is a common condition

creased and scaly.

coal tar, salicylic acid, corticosteroid

where the outer layer of the skin

It is important to understand certain

or selenium sulfide can also effectively

becomes inflamed, red, flakey, itchy

triggers or certain things that can be

treat the scalp.

and cracked which are some of the

irritants such as stress, scents, weather,

Scrubs- Although scrubs may be a

symptoms.

environmental factors such as having

seemingly obvious fix for sloughing

away in time and may can come back

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Sometimes

it

can

go

the heating on in winter season.

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Lifestyle BEAUTY

NAIL CARE INGREDIENTS

1

Almond oil

This one has strengthening and natural cleansing properties from within. You can

A great source of antioxidants, green

take sea salt, water and dip your nails in

moisture to them, giving way to healthy

tea strengthens weak nails besides also

them for a few minutes. Sea Salt is a great

and shiny looking nails. You can massage

revitalizing its actual sheen. As a home

cure for discoloured, brittle or fungal issues

the nails with almond oil as often as you

remedy, one can soak nails in cold green

want to make them stronger.

tea to eliminate discoloration or yellowish

Vitamin E

tinge from the nails. Indulge in a cuppa

8

Vitamin E oil is important for strong nails, hence you can massage the nails with vitamin E oil or with the gel squeezed out from a vitamin E capsule.

Also you may consume vitamin E daily for fine nail health from within.

3

Apple Cider Vinegar

ACV is great for over-all health.

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Sea Salt

Rubbing almond oil on the nails adds

2

NURSE YOUR NAILS

4

Green Tea

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Abundant in magnesium, potassium, calcium and iron, all these attribute to nail health. This is not all, the acidic content of ACV keeps nail fungus away.

Drink some and dip you nails in the rest to maximize the benefits.

every day and leave a little to pamper your

5

Flaxseed oil

Flaxseeds are blessed with nutrients like magnesium, potassium, lecithin, zinc and protein that are required to preserve

Eggs

Eggs are rich in proteins, calcium and Vitamin D, they make your nails stronger, thicker and healthier from within. Take some egg white, egg yolk and soak your nails in it for a few minutes daily for dramatic results.

provide the vital hydration for nails and

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make them strong from within.

With moisturizing properties, they repair

healthy nails. The omega-3 fatty acids

6

Coconut Oil

Olive Oil

and hydrate weak, thin nails or cuticles.

Applying coconut oil on your nails can work wonders by nourishing and

Dip your nails in olive oil for a few minutes for glowing results.

replenishing your brittle nails. It also has anti-fungal qualities that protects nails from any form of fungus, it is great for cuticle

DON’T WE ALL LIKE TO FLAUNT HEALTHY, GLAM AND DONE UP NAILS? NAILS ARE ONE OF THE MOST ATTRACTIVE

treatment

PART OF THE BODY WHICH HAS THE ABILITY TO SWOON ANYONE! HOWEVER MAINTAINING THE HEALTH OF OUR

soothing dry nails.

too

by

NAILS CAN BE A BIT OF CONCERN IN MODERN TIMES.

NO AMOUNT OF NAIL MAKEOVERS, THE BEST NAIL POLISH OR A LUXURIOUS MANICURE CAN HELP IF YOU HAVE WEAK OR BRITTLE NAILS. FRAGILE NAILS CHIP EASILY WHICH CAN END UP BEING A NUISANCE; BESIDES THEY ALSO SIGNIFY LACK OF ENOUGH CARE, MOISTURE AND NUTRIENTS.

IF YOU HAVE WEAK NAILS THEY MAY BREAK EASILY, TAKE A LONG TIME TO GROW AND LOOK DISCOLOURED. HERE ARE SOME KITCHEN INGREDIENTS ONE CAN EXPERIMENT WITH TO STRENGTHEN THE NAILS, MAINTAIN NAILS AND WITNESS COOL, STRONG, HEALTHY NAILS.

10 Milk

Milk Bath

has

strengthening,

polishing,

smoothening qualities which is ideal for nail health. Take some fresh raw milk and dip your nails in them for a few minutes daily for gorgeous nails.

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D

F

lessening moisture and protecting

chemicals or alcohol which rob the

from the dirt and grime is to keep

moisture from the hands.

Go under cover: The best way to keep your nails form

Avoid alcohol based hand

helps them grow long and naturally

sanitizers:

bleaches them.

They

have

Rub some lemon slices daily for magical results. Nail soaks with

them covered or protected. You can cover your hands with a stole

Beauty Expert Shiv Chib says,

argan oil, castor oil, tea tree oil can

or wear gloves or mittens after

“Dealing with weak nails can be

do wonders for the nails or hands.

moisturising the nails.

hard work. Besides taking care of

Alternatively you can also use

your diet and stress levels you can

Vaseline to keep them hydrated.”

E

Drink a lot of water: This is

pamper your nails at home easily.

the ultimate secret to good

Lemon never fails the hand care

nails alongside a balanced diet.

routine, it nourishes the nails,

ADDITIONAL CARE FOR BRITTLE NAILS USING THESE NATURAL INGREDIENTS REGULARLY WILL HELP YOUR NAILS GET STRONGER AND HEALTHIER. BUT TO OVERCOME THE PROBLEM

A

Keep

it

moisturised:

Nails need moisture to stay

healthy, hence apply a moisturiser daily to keep hands and nails soft.

You may also apply a natural oil.

and let your nails be au naturel.

C

Avoid contact with water and detergents: Keep your nails

away from hard water and detergents or washing agents as much as you

ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONS.

B

removers: Try to keep your

moisture. You can use dish gloves

HERE ARE SOME TIPS TO KEEP

nails away from chemicals as less as

while doing dishes to save your nails

YOUR NAILS IN TOP SHAPE.

possible. Steer clear of wearing nail

from the unwanted agents.

COMPLETELY, IT’S IDEAL TO TAKE

Limit the use of nail polish and

can as they can rob the nails of

polish or using removers very often

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Lifestyle BEAUTY oil production and hydrates

in sea salt bath helps ease

the deepest layers of the

tensed

skin besides acts as an anti-

arrange a warm sea salt bath

inflammatory agent, calms

and soak in it for half an hour

irritation.

to calm your body.

5

9

Sea salt makes for a great

Sea Salt Miracle SEA SALT HAS BUCKETFUL OF BEAUTY BENEFITS! ALSO KNOWN AS FLOWER OF SALT, SEA SALT IS A HUMBLE YET POTENT BEAUTY INGREDIENT WHICH IS MADE FROM EVAPORATION OF SEAWATER. SEA SALT HAS BEEN PUT TO USE SINCE ANCIENT TIMES AS A LAXATIVE AND OINTMENT BESIDES USED FOR GARNISHING FOOD. THIS WONDERFUL INGREDIENT IS PACKED WITH ELECTROLYTES AND KEY MINERALS LIKE SODIUM, MAGNESIUM, CALCIUM, SODIUM, AND POTASSIUM THAT ARE VITAL FOR GOOD HEALTH. NEEDLESS TO ADD, SEA SALT PLAYS A VITAL ROLE IN IMPROVING SKIN’S HEALTH. TODAY, STORES ARE FLOODED WITH SEA SALT AND ITS PRODUCTS HOWEVER IF YOU CAN USE IT AT HOME, IT CAN PROVIDE NATURAL RESULTS AND WORKS MIRACLES ON THE BODY. IF YOU ARE A BEAUTY ADDICT, YOU HAVE GOT TO STACK UP ON SEA SALT FOR FABULOUS SKIN, NAILS AND HAPPY HAIR.

scrub

for

the

dead skin cells, bringing out

scalp besides it stimulates

smooth and fresh skin. And

blood flow and promotes

its minerals soften the skin,

healthy scalp. You can use sea

imparting a healthy glow.

salt on your scalp as it absorbs excess oil, provides moisture

6

Sea Salt is a fabulous

generous amount of it in your bath water as it absorbs dirt, grime, sweat and toxins from

7

Sea Salt is a good skin

1

Sea salt helps as a pore cleanser,

it

balances

oil production and retains moisture besides

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from its

growth of bacteria which

skin keeping the skin fresh,

and refresh your skin.

lead to breakouts and acne.

young and soft.

2

Sea

salt

exfoliates

the skin, its natural

3

Sea salt can also be a

from the skin, also provides

the skin.

Using salt in masks helps balance

minerals nourish the skin

an oil absorbing toner and

anti-bacterial

and scrub away the dirt and

hydrating face mist. A handy

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so it absorbs the toxins from

the right amount of hydration.

inside,

do is wet your face and put a

Sea salt takes off excess oil

facial toner, it acts as

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Sea

Salt

nails

keeps healthy.

From softening the cuticles to keeping the nails off yellow stains

and

strengthening

them. You may soak your nails in sea salt infused water, the rich mineral ingredients can make them stronger, whiter and brighter.

detox. All you have to

thin layer of sea salt, let it dry

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and prevents fungal growth.

bath salt. You can add a

hydration.

SEA SALT IN SKINCARE

keeping the hair healthy,

treatment, from the hair and

protective barrier and holds

and great way to naturally hydrate

Sea salt can help in

exfoliator that sloughs off

content aids in restoring the

grime. It also massages the

can

helps as an anti-dandruff

from within. Sea salt’s mineral

properties discourage the

You

body, gentle and natural

the body, cleansing the skin

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muscles.

8

Sea Salt soothes sore muscles, hence soaking

DIY SEASALT BEAUTY REGIME

1

For an effective body scrub, take 2 cups of sea

salt in which add turmeric,

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7

Combat back or chest acne with a papaya and sea salt

body scrub.

8

For a DIY Toothpaste, take 12 ounces of sea salt to 4

ounces of sage leaves together.

Bake the mixture in the oven on its lowest setting until it dries.

9

Mix sea salt with apple cider vinegar for a complexion-

evening facial toner.

Beauty Expert Smita Ghosh says, ‘Sea salt is like gold in beauty care, it has plenty of beauty benefits. It prevents hair loss, strengthens hair follicles and stimulates healthy hair growth.

You can massage the scalp with aloe vera gel and honey. Massage

of dry-ginger powder, 1/2 spoon

cells and revealing the new skin

your face with this mixture to gift

of powdered cinnamon powder.

underneath.

yourself a glowing skin.

Scrub your face with this blend for 15 minutes. Wash off with

2

Take 1 /2 cup of almond oil, 1 cup of sea salt, 5-15

warm water to reveal a fresh and brighter complexion.

5

Use 1/2 spoon of lemon juice or 1/2 cup of curd, 1/2

cup of fuller’s earth, 1 cup of sea salt for scrubbing your face.

drops of lavender oil. Beat all

4

6

drops of peppermint oil to

1 spoon of tamper lotion, 2 cups

Take 1 cup of olive oil, 1

make a scrub .It is very useful

of sea salt to scrub your face for

cup of sea salt, 1/2 spoon

scrub for eradicating dead skin

fair and supple skin.

ingredients well before applying on your face to use as a scrub.

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Take 1.5 cups of sea salt ,1/3 cup of olive oil, 3

Make a blend of 4 spoons of

sea salt daily. It helps in clearing acnes scars and dermatitis due to its Sulphur content. aloe vera gel, a cup oil, one As a fine toner, mix one teaspoon sea salt with four ounces of warm water in store it in spray bottle until and mist on clean, dry skin a few times daily.

grounded almond powder, As a spa scrub or spa treatment, you can mix together a halfcup sea salt, a quarter-cup pure

whitener cum mouth wash.

tablespoon dried lavender flowers,

and

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drops

Mix one teaspoon salt and two

essential oil of lavender.

teaspoons baking powder.

You may apply in the shower

Dip a damp toothbrush in

with a cotton or the palms of

the mixture, and brush teeth

your hands, gently scrubbing

normally.’

your skin in a circular motion. Gift a radiant smile to yourself, sea salt is an ideal

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FITNESS Lifestyle

ABS DIET FOR ALL

It is scientifically proven that people who do

advanced variety, the exercise is beneficial in

regular exercises have a lower risk of major

many ways.

Girls and guys, do not starve yourself to shed

illness like coronary heart disease, diabetes,

the belly fat.

breast cancer, depression, etc.

1. SKIPPING

1. Stay Away from sugar, like plague.

Remember all those skipping races you did as a

Liquid sugar or in food is very

kid all those rope games, fighting over the rope

unhealthy.

and jumping around for the fun of it. Those were the days when one could eat a whole load

2. Include protein rich food. Boost your

of pancakes, jalebis and samosas, but not gain a

protein intake with fish, eggs, meat,

single inch of fat. Moreover, the reason is all that

dairy products, seafood, and poultry.

jumping around was enough to burn it all! So why stop now!

3. Reduce carbs from your diet. Bid

3. JUMPING TOE TOUCHING Toe-touching exercises are a basic form of exercise that provides a number of benefits.

This exercise can be performed while standing up or lying down on the floor, and it works multiple muscle groups in addition to offering flexibility and stretching benefits.

Toe touches are also an effective cool down after a cardiovascular workout. They focus mainly on your hamstrings along with your

goodbye to pasta, rice etc.

core muscles.

4. Embrace fiber rich food. Fruits, legumes, vegetables, and oats you can indulge in all.

5. Superfoods for belly- milk, cherries, fish and nuts are said to melt belly fat.

BELLY FAT NO MORE!

A

sometimes get really tough, the pesky

to have a happier and a healthier life. There

flexible, the lunge can help you achieve

pooch can be a trouble area. Flat or

are many health benefits of being physically

your goal. This functional, multi-joint

fit. People exercise for many reasons-

exercise can be modified to meet your

magic potion to reduce the fat, however

health, relaxation, appearance, etc. Regular

fitness level. Whether you are doing

you can focus on a few dietary changes

exercise helps to protect us from diseases.

basic beginner lunges or take on a more

“In Today’s world, most people are not active,

we have all yearned

as technology has made our life easier. Our

2. LUNGES

to lose that stubborn

jobs involve less physical activity, so we are

Whether you are trying to shape your

leading a sedentary life. We typically sit either

lower body, increase muscle tissue,

or another. Shedding belly fat can

during work. We need to be physically active

burn belly fat or make your hips more

cushion around our belly at one point

toned abs, a perfect belly is a dream of many! While there is no magic bullet or

By the EditorialTeam.

Ashish Gupta, Fitness Expert gives us a few vital workouts for shedding belly fat. He says,

ccept the fact friends,

WORKOUTS TO LOSE YOUR BELLY FAT

WORK THAT BELLY

and very important exercise forms to

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7. PLANK / SIDE PLANKS

This is one exercise that should be a part

tensing muscles either against other

of virtually everyone’s routine, as it’s

muscles or immovable objects, while

The plank is one of the best exercises for

relatively simple to perform, requires

the length of the muscle remains the

a flat, toned stomach because it works

no equipment, and can be done just

same. For example, you might push

all the muscles in your core, including

about anywhere.

hard against a wall for 10 seconds, and

the six pack abs, internal and external

More importantly, although squats are

during that time the wall does not move

oblique, hips, and back. Use side plank

often regarded as ‘leg’, exercises, they

and neither does your muscle.

position to potion on your love handles.

actually offer benefits throughout your

8. SPOT JUMPING

entire body, including deep within your

Research has shown that because of the

core.

reduced blood flow during prolonged

One of the safest methods for weight

muscle tension, numerous growth

management is spot jogging. Just like

factors remain in the muscle tissue

brisk walking, spot jogging benefits

longer and actually stimulate muscle

rank high in terms of watching your weight. The first and foremost benefit of spot jogging is that it gives you the leverage to start the workout at your own pace and progress forward with the same because you can start with a sprint on the spot and then slow down when you feel the need to. Furthermore, at the time of ending the session, staying

4. SWISS BALL CRUNCHES

5. SWISS BALL TWIST

6. MOUNTAIN CLIMB

Because of its ability to target the entire

Swiss ball twists are one of the best ways

A mountain climber is an exercise that

core, the Swiss-ball crunch should be

to work your oblique, the muscles that

challenges your balance, agility, and

a staple in your workout. The exercise

help rotate your torso. The oblique’s

coordination. They benefit muscular

primarily works the rectus abdominals,

are often neglected by bodybuilders

and cardiovascular fitness by increasing

or six-pack muscles, and the transverse

seeking a tapered torso, women who

strength, flexibility and blood circulation.

abdominals. However, when performed

want a smaller waist and fitness fanatics

Mountain climbers require you to use

properly, it also calls on muscles that

obsessed with the “8-pack.” However,

your upper arms muscles, as well as your

stabilize the hips and lower back.

without strong oblique, all the support of

core and your legs. Practice the proper

the core falls to the abdomen and lower

alignment of mountain climbers to get

back. Use Swiss ball twists to give your

the most out of your workout.

waist a strong, healthy shape, fighting off

on the spot makes it easier to recover from the troubles of heavy breathing, which can otherwise be difficult with other workouts such as running, mobile jogging or sprinting.

10. ISOMETRIC HOLD

growth. Doing a higher number of contractions increases

9. SQUATS WITH KETTLE BELLS

Isometrics can be a useful part of an

strength, while holding contractions

exercise program to help reverse age-

longer increases muscle mass (if you are

If you are looking for a powerful way to

related muscle loss. Research has shown

looking to increase size).

boost your overall fitness and get some

that you can sometimes obtain gains in

serious results — fast — from your

both muscle size and muscle strength

workout routine, look no further than

using these exercises. Isometric exercise

performing squatting exercises.

(“iso” means equal, or the same, and “metric” refers to length) involves

the “love handles.”

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FOOD Lifestyle and fish oil supplements.

2

The Low-Carb diet lets you limit the carbohydrate intake, which is

essentially our body’s main fuel source.

Emphasis is on food that are high in protein and fat. Eating low-carb diet, the fat gets utilized followed by the protein.

The diet should include foods low in carbs and fats but rich in minerals and vitamins, for instance spinach, tomatoes, herbs, chicken breast, broccoli etc.

NUTRITION TIPS BY POOJA MAKHIJA & V. H. GABA

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By Editorial Team

LOVE IN A RELATIONSHIP IS NO DIFFERENT FROM YOUR LOVE FOR BEING NATURALLY FIT

&RADIANT.

DO

YOU

valentine’s day diet to look good, get

promises to lose weight quickly, just in

hourglass. And who knows your partner

time for that Valentine’s day.

might just have planned a vacation to one of those Thai or Aussie beaches

Avoid large meals. Small meals raise

eating and look for other ways to de-

the body’s metabolism. Large meals

stress. For instant relief from lethargy

will leave you feeling sluggish and sleepy.

or stress, close your eyes and take 11

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deep breaths. You will feel instantly Sit down and eat slowly. Eat slowly

energized and calm. An integral

to give your body time to release

aspect of good health is sleep, rest and

enzymes that tell your brain that you’ve

relaxation. Try getting eight hours of

eaten enough. Also avoid eating on the

sleep a night. In a week’s time you will

go; the slower you eat, the more you will

find your energy levels and your ability

enjoy your food and the sooner you will

to deal with stress, improve.

Dehydration causes many problems such as joint

5

Make better food choices. Choose whole grain foods and low-fat

foods, avoiding refined and processed foods.

6

Limit your exposure to smoke at home, work, restaurants or bars.

Cut back on smoking and alcohol.

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Coffee dehydrates the skin. A good idea is to switch to decaf.

Don’t eliminate food groups. Each food group has a vital function to

perform. It is a great idea to cut back on heavier to digest foods and make lighter not put the entire food group on your

as a fiddle in a jiffy! Read on to find out

as this diet allows the apt vitamins and

“taboo” list.

more on how to get the glow and look

minerals to be soaked in by the body.

perfect ten…

All this minus getting weak rather

JUICE

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bodies are 70 per cent water.

drink during the day.

taken in. It also works as a detoxification,

GUZZLING

PRIOR TO VALENTINE’S DAY?

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Keep yourself hydrated. Our

a large bottle of water by your side to

and healthier choices, but definitely do

beau. Needless to say, you need to get fit

GREEN

1

Liquid fasting lets you steer clear

to ease stress. But stress-eating results

pains, cramping and headaches. Keep

of all solid foods, only liquids are

where you get to hit the beach with your

SEE WOMEN AROUND YOU

TAKE CARE OF THEMSELVES

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a lean and healthy body at the earliest. It

Many of us look for an antidote

in greater stress. Avoid mindless

feel full.

Then go ahead and indulge in a pre-

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Don’t overeat if you are stressed.

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Eat at least 2 hours before you sleep. Little digestion occurs

attuning your body to start afresh. You

during sleep, so try and eat your

We give you two effective diets that are

are advised to drink at least 8 to 10 glass

evening meal two hours before going

believed to work really fast in attaining

juices per day, alongside multivitamins

to sleep.

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• •

Reduce your quantity of food at

•

dinner.

Eat

more

vegetables,

•

after lunch.

soups and

and

grains, so that you can

reduce

benefit from each food

your cereal intake.

type.

The closer you eat to

•

sleeping time, the lighter

•

Vary your vegetables and

Relax and try to free

your meal should be.

your mind of stress

Eggs, tofu and legumes

when you eat, as this

are

great

protein

helps digest food better.

alternatives to red meat. So

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you can add boiled eggs, cooked legumes or steamed tofu to your

In-between snacks are important because it helps to regulate the

body’s sugar levels and take care of those

vegetables during meal time.

hunger pangs between meals. Snack only when hungry, not when bored.

If you need to eat some dessert after dinner, have some fruit, sorbets or a

Snacking should mean being consciously

warm herbal tea with honey.

2

A healthy breakfast can kick-start

Lunch should be filling as it fuels

so that you don’t add on unnecessary

you for the rest of your day. This is

calories. Don’t get fooled by all those

the time of the day, where your body has

healthy and low-fat packaged snacks so

digestible foods, as they will boost your

the energy to digest food. Lunch could

easily available these days.

energy levels and get you going for the

be a relaxed meal — for many, it has to

day.

fit into a busy day.

your body metabolism. Try to

include wholesome, nutrient-rich, easily

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Include a variety of

veggies.Whether it’s your best friend, spouse,

So if you’re ready to get started – read on for

fruits,

vegetables,

or pet, it helps to have some nonjudgmental

the 4 simple strategies that will get you on the

sprouts and grains in your

and nurturing support when trying to lose

right path to lasting weight loss now.

diet. These foods protect the

weight, especially during trying times. Create

body against disease, build

a food-free reward system.

immunity levels and are an

A nutritious diet, as outlined in this plan, will

excellent source of energy.

provide you with a constant supply of energy

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If you are eating out, consume some low-calorie, filling food before you leave

(such as soup, veggies or a salad), so that you

throughout the day. This plan starts you off

are not famished when you are served your

Write down three or

with a wholesome breakfast.

dinner meal.

four realistic goals

Lunch consists of adequate nutrition to

Alter the size of your meal; eat a small meal

that you can stick to. Avoid

provide you with necessary energy for the day.

when you dine late at night. And learn to

fantasy-land goals that will

Dinner is light and easy to digest.

make better food choices so that you are able

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only frustrate you. Throw away

to digest what you eat.

all the junk, the processed, and

Mid-morning

the “bingeable” foods now and

nutritious and low in fat and sugar content;

replace them with fresh, whole

these are quick energy-giving foods that help

foods like lots of water and

to sustain you in between meals, so that your

and

evening

snacks

body does not starve for main meals.

are

DINNER GOALS • •

If you buy breakfast cereal, choose a

Lunch away from home has to be

variety that is low in sugar and salt. Most

convenient, practical and healthy. All

importantly, vary your options so that

too often, lunch eaten is on the go, a

the body can benefit from the different

quick meal. Try to give yourself time-out

nutrients of different foods.

to eat lunch — relax and eat; even if it is

BREAKFAST GOALS • • •

Include fruit.

Milk consumed should be skimmed

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LUNCH GOALS:

of

these

snacks

have

little

•

Give yourself time to eat lunch.

could also have Soya milk.

eating it in a rush.

Vary fruits, cereals and nuts so nutrients.

Make breakfast an important meal

• • •

sugar content.

SNACK GOALS: • • •

Eat small quantities of low-fat and low-sugar snacks.

Don’t snack because you are bored.

Eat fresh fruits and healthy low-fat snacks; avoid packaged, processed

Chew your food well, without

that you can benefit from their

•

only 20 minutes that you can spare.

and, preferably cow’s milk; you

of your day.

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Most

nutritional value and are high in salt or

Eat at least 2 to 3 hours before sleeping.

Make lighter choices.

3

aware of what you eat. Plan your snacks

Eat lunch everyday at regular time, and not midway into the afternoon.

Limit your intake of pasta, bread,

ones.

HAPPY EATING, HAPPY WEIGHT LOSS!

chapatti or rice.

Avoid having tea or coffee soon

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Master Cleanse With Detox Water

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What is the best first thing in the morning that you can indulge in for your health, guzzling down two glasses of water? Besides, of course drinking at least 7-8 glasses of water daily would be imperative to help your systems work their best. However often, drinking plain water gets monotonous so that’s when detox water or flavoured drinks pour in! It is a delicious way to cleanse your body and helps in reducing weight. When you are trying to get your health back on track liquid detox is great way to feeling better. Needless to say, the fruit infused drinks are one of the healthiest drinks you can

consume, your body will thank you for this summer!

LIQUID DETOX Detox water is primarily plain water infused with the goodness of fruits. To flush out toxins, our body needs lots of water. Atleast 7-8 glasses of water every day help to keep our body hydrated and the vital organs in the pink of possible health. Detox water gives your body the right amount of water, additionally infused with extra goodness and taste. You can add ingredients as easy to get like the good old lemon in your kitchen which

helps to flush harmful toxins from your body, mint which aids in digestion, cucumber which contains anti-inflammatory properties and ginger which is a natural pain reliever and aids in digestion and so on. You can throw in melon, raspberries, strawberries and others that are healthy and beneficial, to a large jug of ice and water and drink it throughout the day for an effective detox.

So the process to make detox water is as simple as putting about 7-8 glasses of water in a jar, adding some seasonal fruits or salad veggies according to your

taste and requirements in the same jar and let it stand for some time and voila! One can mix and match ingredients to adapt the recipes to your personal taste, and you have your glass of awesomeness ready! You can put it in the fridge overnight so that the water gets infused with the nutrients and flavors of the fruits. We suggest let the flavours mingle overnight!

Our simple and quick flavoured detox drinks this summer to quench your thirst in the tastiest and healthiest manner possible.

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Apple Cinnamon- Take some chopped apples and

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But if the amount of toxin to which a person is exposed exceeds his or her body’s ability to excrete them, the toxins may be stored in fat cells, soft tissue and bone, negatively affecting health. This is the rationale that supports the use of practices that support the body’s own detoxification capabilities. Most detoxification programs recommend removing processed foods and foods to which some people are sensitive, such as dairy, gluten, eggs, peanuts and red meat, and eating mostly organically grown vegetables, fruit, whole nonglutenous grains, nuts, seeds and lean protein. Other programs recommend fasting, a potentially risky practice for some people, which may actually suppress detoxification pathways in the body. This is why many health practitioners advise against this practice.’

She recommends ways to Support Your Body’s Natural Detox.

cinnamon sticks. Apples are packed with tons of fibers which help cleanse your body of toxins and aid in digestion, while cinnamon helps enhance metabolism. This drink also promotes weight loss.

prevent free radicals besides being anticancer, flush out toxins from the colon.

Strawberries help fight carcinogens with anti-ageing properties. Ginger adds a spicy kick. A must-have drink this summer!

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4

Berry Good- Take a handful of raspberries or blackberries and half a lemon. While lemon is rich in Vitamin C, a powerful detox agent with tremendous antioxidants, berries are anti-inflammatory phytochemicals that are anti-aging and anticancer.

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Strawberry, Kiwi, Mint- Take some strawberries, kiwis and mint sprigs with sprinkle of ginger. Kiwi is a superfood, packed with vitamins A and E helping

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Watermelon, lime & Mint- Watermelon has high water content and helps the kidneys get rid of toxins, lime stimulates digestive tract and mint aids in digestion.

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Green Tea & Tangerine- Green tea is a powerhouse of anti-oxidants, Tangerines are full of antioxidants and filled with Vitamin A. You may also take citrus limetta. Loose weight and get the skin glowing inside out!

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Peach & thyme- Take a few pieces of peach and throw in a few sprigs of thyme. Voila, you have the peaches and cream complexion ready this season.

GET DETOXED Expert Nutritionist, Shikha A Sharma says, ‘These days everyone is talking about “detox” or considering a “cleanse.” Toxins are said to be the problem, but when was the last time anyone explained what a detox, toxin or cleanse actually are? Detoxification is also the process by which medications are metabolised, then excreted. Because toxins are potentially dangerous to human health, they need to be transformed and excreted from the body through urine, feces, respiration or sweat. Each person’s ability to detoxify varies and is influenced

Detoxification support doesn’t need to consist of a rigorous plan; doing some or all of the following can support detoxification:

1. Maintain adequate hydration with clean water.

2. Eat five to nine servings of fruit and vegetables per day.

3. 3. Eat cruciferous vegetables, berries, artichokes, garlic, leeks, turmeric and milk thistle, and drink green tea. These foods support detoxification pathways.

4. Consume adequate protein, which is critical to maintaining optimum levels of glutathione, the body’s master detoxification enzyme.

5. Consider

taking a multivitamin/multi mineral

to fill any gaps in a healthy diet, since certain vitamins and minerals enable the body’s detoxification processes to function.

6. Maintain bowel regularity.

7. Combine plain water with proven fat-burning superfoods to create detox water, and you’ll have an elixir that energies you, fights bloating and helps you achieve your weight loss goals.

Fruits like berries, grapefruits and apples have compounds in their peels and pulp that fry flab and prevent disease deliciously! Get inspired by some of our favourite detox waters below. The recipes couldn’t be simpler:

ORANGE LEMON MINT DETOX WATER Citrus fruits are classic detox water ingredients: They’re rich in the antioxidant D-limonene, a powerful compound found in the peel that stimulates liver enzymes to help flush toxins from the body and gives sluggish bowels a kick

BANANA LEMON MANGO TOMATO DETOX WATER It may look unlikely, but this is a brilliant combo: Bananas are a good source of prebiotic fiber, which helps feed good gut bacteria and improve digestion; lemon cleanses the body; mangos are packed with vitamin C, and tomatoes have cancer-fighting antioxidants. Just don’t forget to snack on the slices.

RASPBERRY LEMON DETOX WATER LEMON CELERY CUCUMBER DETOX WATER

The last time you saw this flavor combo, it was probably on a menu describing a super-caloric iced tea. Forget that and make this version, which will be refreshing and energizing without a sugar crash.

Add celery to any detox water and crunch away! It has six calories per stalk and full of vitamins A, C and K, B vitamins, folate and potassium, which diminishes water retention and aids muscle recovery, so you can get back in the gym sooner and burn more calories.

Three citrus fruits work together in this cleansing blend: All three are rich in D-limonene, which has been shown to have anti-cancer effects and soothe heartburn and acid reflux. It also flushes toxins and helps clear up irregularity.

FROZEN BERRY AND LEMON DETOX WATER

This yummy water has the antioxidant properties of blueberries and the toxin flushing properties of citrus.

Dropping berries into any detox water is an excellent idea. Using frozen berries gives any detox water a pleasing mocktail effect.

Watermelon Detox Water

BERRY KIWI ORANGE DETOX WATER

Blueberry Orange Water

What better fruit to add to your water than watermelon?

Not only does contain vitamins and minerals, it helps to flush out your system.

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PAN SEARED SCALLOPS AND RED WINE POACHED PEARS SALAD

Sea Food

SUCCULENT

By Editorial Team

T

antalize your taste buds with some sweet and spicy seafood ideas. Whether it’s a casual get-together with friends, an elegant dinner party, or a big holiday buffet, we have seafood recipes that will fit the bill and get the most out of your kitchen. After all the holiday season wouldn’t be complete without a stunning fish course. Full of omega 3 fatty acids, proteins fish have levels of B vitamins, Vitamin D and Vitamin A besides they are a reasonable source of minerals such as phosphorus, potassium, and selenium. Try one of these easy and delicious recipes.

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INGREDIENTS 1.

1 to 1 1/4 pounds dry sea scallops, approximately 16 2. 2 teaspoons unsalted butter 3. 2 Teaspoons Olive Oil 4. Kosher Salt 5. Freshly Ground Black Pepper 6. 1 Vanilla Pod 7. 1 Bottle Red Wine 8. 225g Caster Sugar 9. 1 Cinnamon Stick Halves 10. Fresh Thyme 11. Fresh Orange Zest 12. Caviars 13. Red Currants

METHOD • •

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•

• •

Remove the small side muscle from the scallops, rinse with cold water and thoroughly pat dry.

Add the butter and oil to a 12 to 14-inch sauté pan on high heat. Salt and pepper the scallops. Once the fat begins to smoke, gently add the Scallops, making sure they are not touching each other. Sear the scallops for 1 1/2 minutes on each side. The scallops should have a 1/4-inch golden crust on each side while still being translucent in the center.

Halve the vanilla pod lengthways, scrape out the black seeds and put in a large saucepan with the wine, sugar, cinnamon and thyme. Cut each piece of pod into three long thin strips, add to pan, then lower in the pears.

Poach the pears, covered, for 20-30 mins, making sure they are covered in the wine. The cooking time will very much depend on the ripeness of your pears – they should be tender all the way through when pierced with a cocktail stick. You can make these up to 2 days ahead and chill.

Take the pears from the pan, and then boil the liquid to reduce it by half so that it’s syrupy.

Slice the pears and top with caviar and neighbored with Pan seared scallops and garnish with red current.

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