Cool Drinks For Flawless & Glowing Skin In Summer

#1. Mint Lemonade Cool Drink

The most consumed drink in summer in India, lemonade or Nimbu Paani is immensely beneficial for health in many ways. As lemon has vitamin C helps in getting clear, healthy and glowing skin. You can make it at home as well. You can make it even more delicious by adding mint leaves with roasted cumin powder and black salt. Drinking it keeps the body refreshing in summer.

Mint Lemonade Cool Drink

How to make Mint lemonade cool drink

Ingredients

•  One Lemon
• One cup mint leaves
• 2 tbsp sugar
•  ½ tsp black salt
• ½ tsp roasted cumin powder

Method

• Place 1 cup mint leaves in the mixer jar, add 2 tbsp sugar, and add ½ cup water and grind it until smooth.

• Now add ½ tsp black salt and ½ tsp roasted cumin powder, in the mint leaves mixture.

• Squeeze out the juice from lemons, mix it in mint leaves mixture, add one glass of chill water and stir well.

• Pour it into a glass and serve fresh mint lemonade, and you can add some ice cube into it.

#2. Coconut Water

When it comes to cool drinks for glowing skin, coconut is known for healthy fruit glowing skin as its anti-oxidant property prevents the signs of ageing, hydrates the skin, making it more supple in summer. You can drink it without adding any herb. You can store coconut water in the freeze for 2 to 3 hours to enjoy the chill and fresh drinks of coconut. According to a health expert, one should not drink more than one coconut water in a day.

Coconut Water

#3. Cucumber Kiwi Mint Cool Drink

Both kiwi and cucumber juice is perfect for summers, rich in vitamin C with high water content detoxifies your skin by flushing out all toxins and makes it well-hydrated & super glowing in summer.
How to make Cucumber Kiwi Mint cool drink

Ingredients

• 1 Kiwi (peeled and small sliced)
• 1 Cucumber ((pealed and small sliced)
• Few mint leaves
• Crushed ice
• Black salt
• One tsp sugar /syrup

Method

• Put kiwi fruit, cucumber and mint leaves with crushed ice in a blender and blend till the mixture smooth.

• Now add honey or sugar syrup, black salt, water and mix them well. If you want to make it sweeter then add some more honey into it.

• Strain the mixer using a strainer by pouring in glasses,

• Serve using kiwi slice and mint leaves.

#4. Watermelon And Strawberry Smoothie

Watermelon is a great way to stay hydrated, and strawberry is a great fruit for skin health. Blended with strawberry this watermelon promotes a healthy skin tone and protect your skin from the sun’s UV rays.
How to make Watermelon And Strawberry Smoothie

Watermelon And Strawberry Smoothie

Ingredients

• 2 cup of watermelon (small sliced and seed removed)
• 2 tablespoons strawberry crush
• Few fresh mint leaves
• 1 pinch black pepper powder
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Black salt

Method

Put 2 cups sliced water Malone (seed removed) in the freeze for an hour to make a chilled smoothie.

• Take add two tablespoons strawberry crush, mint leaves and all ingredients in a blender, and blend it to make a smooth thick mixture.

• Pour in a glass. You can also add more salt or pepper, adjusting the taste.

• Decorate the glass with lemon slice & mint leaves, and serve the delicious smoothies

#5. Lassi

Lassi is an ideal cooler drink in India, which quenches your thirst on hot sunny days. Its lactic acid content helps remove blemishes from the skin improve your skin’s texture, and good for your health.
How to make Lassi

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh thick curd
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• half cup ice cold water
• half tsp cardamom powder
• 1 tbsp fresh cream
• few chopped dry fruits like almonds, cashews and pistachios

Methods

• Put 2 cups of curd in a large jug.
• Blend the curd using the hand blender till turn smooth
• Add tbsp of powdered sugar, add cardamom powder and ice cold water
• Then blend it again till a layer formed
• Now add cream and stir well to make the rich taste
• Pour the lassi serving jar and garnish it with chopped dry fruits.
• You can also serve chilled lassi by adding 2/3 ice cubes.

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Coconut is known to have healing properties and various benefits on our body. It is good for our skin, hair and health as well. Coconut contains saturated fats that is good for health and because of this many prefer cooking food in coconut oil.

Benefits Of Coconut

Coconut

Coconut is also known to have therapeutic effects on brain related disorders and it treats the disorders like epilepsy and Alzheimer. Raw coconut is high in fiber that converts the glucose into energy and prevents diabetes.

1# Boosts Immunity

Coconut is good for boosting the immunity power of the body as it contains anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral properties. Coconut helps in fighting off from various bacteria and viruses that causes illness. Eating raw coconut helps in fighting off throat infections, urinary infections and other bacterial infections as well.

2# Controls Diabetes

Diabetes

Coconut helps in controlling diabetes by breaking down the glucose into energy and this prevents diabetes by controlling blood sugar level in the body. It helps in quick digestion and also improves bowel movements by making them regular. It slows down the process of rise in sugar level and reduces glycemic cravings as well.

Diabetes

3# Reduces Abdominal Fat

Coconut helps in reducing the dangerous abdominal fat that is stored in abdominal cavity and gives rise to various diseases in the body. Daily serving of 200 gms of coconut for 12-14 weeks helps in getting rid of abdominal fat effectively.

4# Fights Dryness

Prevents Dryness

For our skin, coconut is very healthy and it also provides moisture to our skin. It prevents dryness and repairs the damage done to the skin over a period of time. It keeps the skin soft and supple and also helps in treating sunburn and rashes on the skin. Coconut oil and raw coconut helps in cleansing the toxins, fungi and bacteria on the outer layers of the skin. It also builds up the immune system of the skin and provides it with protection.

Fights Dryness

5# Prevents Skin Cancer

Coconut contains moisture and has high lipid content that helps in preventing skin cancer. It blocks the bad effects of UV rays and keeps the skin glowing and healthy. It also removes the toxins from the skin leaving it clean and fresh. It helps in keeping the skin youthful and prevents the skin from the attack of free radicals.

6# Promotes Blood Circulation

Healthy Skin

Eating coconut on regular basis helps in boosting the oxygen in the skin and blood circulation too. Our cells remain healthy with adequate amount of oxygen in them so that breathing of the skin remains healthy. This promotes healthy and flawless skin that will glow with health.

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7# Prevents Tanning Of The Skin

Drinking coconut water on regular basis helps in reversing the effects of tanning on the skin and detans the skin naturally. You can also mix 1 tbs fuller’s earth with coconut water to make a smooth paste. Apply it all over your face and tanned areas and wait for 15 minutes. Wash off with normal water and get a tan free skin within few weeks.

8# Acts As Makeup Remover

Coconut oil helps in removing make-up from the face especially eye make-up. It cleans the skin and removes even the minutest trace of make-up from the skin leaving your skin radiant and youthful.

9# Prevents Scalp Infections

Coconut oil helps in giving healthy and shiny hair and it also treats many scalp related infections as well. It also keeps a tab on hair fall and manages unruly hair by keeping them smooth and shiny. Massage your hair and scalp with coconut oil twice in a week and leave it overnight. Wash off your hair next day to get smooth and silky hair.

10# Body Scrub

Body Scrub

Coconut oil is a very healthy substitute for your skin and when added with sugar, it acts as a body scrub. Take some coconut oil and mix some brown sugar in it. Mix it well to form a smooth mixture. Rub it gently on your skin including your face and your natural body scrub is ready. It exfoliates skin by removing the dead skin cells and keeps it smooth and shiny.

Body Scrub

Reference:

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/coconut-oil-and-skin#section3

https://www.prevention.com/beauty/a20428276/coconut-oil-cures-for-your-skin-and-hair/

https://www.elle.com/uk/beauty/body-and-physical-health/a34531/coconut-oil-uses-and-benefits-for-skin-and-hair/

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Today one in every 3 adult Americans suffer from high blood pressure. In the US it contributes 15 percent of deaths every year.

How to Reduce for High Blood Pressure

When our heart beats a pressure is created which is circulated through the blood vessels. The maximum pressure or systolic pressure is the pressure of the heart when it pumps the blood. The diastolic pressure is the pressure of the heart in the state of rest. The recommended Systolic/diastolic pressure that is considered normal is 120/80mmHg. If blood pressure is between 139/89mmHg the condition may be termed as pre-hypertension and if equal to or above 140/90mmHg it is termed as hypertension.
In the case, your heart has to work extra the blood pressure rises. Chronic raise blood pressure is known as hypertension or high blood pressure

High blood pressure is called ‘silent killer’

But the good news is that with proper treatment, diet and lifestyle changes you can manage blood pressure within the normal range. But prescribed conventional medicines for blood pressure can really be harsh and have several side effects such as dizziness, cramps, and insomnia.

So are there any alternatives to conventional drugs to control blood pressure?
Yes, try natural home remedies for high blood pressure mentioned below.

10 Home Remedies for high blood pressure

1. Ginger-

Ginger poses a number of health benefits. It keeps the heart healthy, decreases cholesterol, thins the blood, prevents blood clot and prevents the deposition of the plaques on the arterial walls. All these factors, in turn, lowers the blood pressure.

Ginger

Add ginger tea to your daily diet and also add it to cooking.

2.Garlic-

Garlic too is possessed with blood thinning property. It is a natural diuretic and eliminates the excess of sodium from the body. Both these factors relieve the extra pressure on the overworked heart, improves cardiac health and lowers the blood pressure.

Garlic

Eat a 1-2 clove of garlic every day. If you don’t like the taste of raw garlic, add it to smoothies or cover it with honey and chew it. Also, add honey to cooking.

3.Tomatoes-

Tomato is rich in vitamin E, potassium, antioxidants, and beta-carotene. All these nutrients keep the heart healthy and lower the blood pressure. Lycopene present in tomato lowers the bad cholesterol and prevents atherosclerosis.
Make a habit of eating raw tomatoes. You may also have tomato smoothie, juice and add it to your cooking.

Tomatoes

• Avoid tomato sauces available in the market as they are high in sodium.

4.Celery seeds-

Since ancient times, celery seeds have been used by the Chinese to control blood pressure. It is diuretic and flushes out the excess of sodium and water from the body. Also, it is rich in fiber.
Drink celery juice 2-3 times in a day or add celery seeds in cooking and tea.

5.Sesame oil-

Sesame oil contains polyunsaturated fatty acids, vitamin E and a compound known as sesamin. Sesamin is known to reduce the level of cholesterol. Sesamin and PUFA together contribute to relaxing the arterial wall and reduces blood pressure.

Sesame oil

Add 1 ounce of sesame oil or sesame seed to your daily diet.

6.Coconut water-

It is rich in potassium and magnesium. Both the electrolytes are good for muscles. Coconut water is a potassium-sparing diuretic that retains vital potassium and removes the excess of water from the body.
Drink 8 ounces of coconut water 3 times in a day.

7.Hibiscus tea-

This is one of the traditional home remedies for high blood pressure. Being diuretic it flushes out the excess of the fluid present in the heart. Also, it relaxes the blood vessels and this decreases the blood volume.

Hibiscus tea

Research shows that drinking hibiscus tea 3 times in day reduce systolic blood pressure in only 6 weeks.
To make hibiscus tea steep dried hibiscus leaves in a cup of steaming water. Strain the solution. Add a teaspoon of lemon juice and honey to the concoction and drink it.

8.Cardamom-

Cardamom is a sweet, aromatic spice that is widely used to add flavor to cuisines. But the health benefits of cardamom are also no more a hidden fact. Cardamom is gastro-protective, anti-spasmodic, anti-platelet aggregation, anticancer, and antibacterial properties. It acts as a vasodilator and promotes the blood flow. All these properties make it one of the popular home remedies for high blood pressure.

9.Watermelon seeds-

The compound Cucurbitacin present in the watermelon seeds widen the blood capillaries. This reduces the blood pressure. Also, watermelon seeds improve the function of the kidney.

Watermelon seeds

Grind watermelon seeds and poppy seeds in equal quantity. Take 1 teaspoon of it 2 times a day.

10. Onion-

The presence of quercetin in onion is known to reduce the blood pressure. So eat raw onion daily. You may also drink onion juice by adding honey to it.

Besides the home remedies for high blood pressure, you also need to make slight changes in your diet and lifestyle as follows:

1. Reduce weight

2. Exercise for 30 minutes 5 days in a week.

3. Cut common salt from your diet. Add herbs and spices for taste.

4. Switch on whole grain and fresh fruits and vegetables.

5. Avoid proceed, fatty and salty foods. Avoid refined sugar

6. Limit the intake of alcohol.

If you are suffering from high blood pressure do not get worried or depressed. Try home remedies for high blood pressure along with the diet and lifestyle changes. All this will render you a healthy and a long life.

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Summers are back. It is so hot during the months of May and June, that it seems as if the sun is on your head. Getting out of the house after 12 noon to 4 pm is very tough. Hot winds are blowing and there is fear of getting hit with heat exhaustion. Also, summer brings other health issues such as dehydration, digestive problems, and ulcers. But if you choose your diet wisely then certain foods that are available during the summers will prevent you from summer health issues and also keep you hydrated and cool.

Super Foods for Summers

It is a known fact that during summers our body loses more water through sweating and so we need more water. Thus including foods that are rich in water content is considered best. Even out mother nature has provided with natural summer foods that are high in water content and maintains the level of body heat. Below is the list of super foods that you should eat during summers.

Top 7 Healthy Summer Food:

7 Healthy Summer Foods

1.Coconut Water-

Coconut water is a super drink. It provides the body with adequate amount of water and electrolytes. Make a habit of drinking at least a liter of coconut water every day. It contains minerals, sugars, and electrolytes. Also, it is low in cholesterol and fat. It is the best beverage of summers.

Coconut Water

The best superfood drink after water during the summer season is Coconut water. During the summer, our body loses water in the form of sweat and urine. Due to this, your body doesn’t contain the required amount of fluids which results in the increase of body heat. Hence, to control heat production, drink at least 1 liter of coconut water daily.

2.Buttermilk-

Buttermilk is made up by churning yogurt and removing the butter cream. It contains lots of water and probiotics that keep your gut healthy. It is a refreshing drink of summers and contains electrolytes and minerals. Also, it is a good source of protein and other nutrients. Do not add sugar or salt to buttermilk. Better drink it plain. You can have it 2 to 3 times in a day.

3.Water Melon-

Watermelon is one of my favorite summer fruits. It is rich n water and electrolytes. It reduces the body heat. This fruit is a rich source if vitamin A and vitamin C. Eat it or drink its juice and stay health in summers.

Water Melon

4.Pomegranate-

To prevent heat stroke and mouth ulcers in summer, add pomegranate to your daily diet. This fruit drops the temperature of the body and Also increases the level of hemoglobin. This fruit provides the body with fiber and is rich in vitamins and minerals.

Pomegranate

5.Cucumber-

Cucumber is a water-rich vegetable. It hydrates the body. It is rich in antioxidants and potassium. It contains Pepsin enzyme that keeps your gut healthy. You may also apply cucumber slices to your face to treat heat rash or sun tan.

Cucumber

6. Honeydew Melon-

Like watermelon honeydew lemon is also a summer fruit. It is high in water content and is rich in vitamin C. Also, it is rich in fiber and does not contain cholesterol.

7. Mint Leaves-

Mint leaves contain menthol. Other nutrients you get from mint leaves are vitamin C, iron, calcium, magnesium, vitamin B complex and vitamin A. It possesses natural cooling property. Crush mint leaves and add it to lime water. Add honey to taste. This makes one of the most refreshing drinks of summers. Also, add mint leaves to salads and other cuisines.

Mint Leaves

Eat the above-mentioned summer superfoods to maintain the heat level and keep your body hydrated. As they are summer season foods they are available easily and will provide you with adequate nourishment and energy to protect you from summer seasonal health issues. Add the foods listed above in your diet and make your summers happy.
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• Spring
• Summer
• Autumn
• Winter

These are positively helpful for people in sometimes as well as negatively affected in sometimes. You need to spend more time in outdoors in the summer time. Then your skin has maximum exposure to sun. It causes to skin damages and variety of issues including wrinkles, dark spots, tanning and skin cancer. Especially sports persons, they will play in outdoors more time without any precautions. But they need to take some precautions by knowing the summer skin care tips before going to the outdoors.

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Impact of summer sun:
There are different regions in the world. Different regions have different atmospheres. So the skin of the people will definitely impact by residing in the particular region. Sunrays produces a dangerous rays called Ultra violet rays, which can be divided into three categories.

• Ultra violet A
• Ultra violet B
• Ultra violet C

The Ultra violet A is in particular wavelength, which is concerned with the penetration on dermis. The Ultra violet B rays have affects the epidermis (upper layer of the skin). Sun burn issues arrive by the particular ray. The Ultra violet C has less damaging effect because it is having Ozone filtration process.
Do not expose your skin to sun:
Sun rays will come between the times 10 am to 3 pm heavily. So it is better to stay in the home in the particular time. Exercises or other activities are being done in the said above particular time.
Sunscreen Lotion:
When you want to go outside compulsorily, it will be mandatory to protect against sun. Before going to outside, you must apply sunscreen lotion on your face and hands. It will help your skin from the damage for more time.
Homemade toners:
By using the toner, you can keep your pores closed and cool effect. Buy a toner which suits to your skin type or make your own toner in your home. Ex: Rose water.
Water consumption:
Drink water at least 8 glasses in a day then only you can keep your body hydrated, especially coconut water which gives to your body a cooling effect. So keep drinking water for your hydration.
Face washing:
If you’re staying in home, you must cleanse your face twice a day. If you’re staying in outdoors more time, you must cleanse your face thrice a day. Choose a face wash which suits your skin type.
Clothing:
You must wear clothes that are made up of cotton fabric during the summer season. The cotton clothes absorb the sweat really well. Keep in mind that your clothes must cover every part of the body otherwise the sunrays will damage the skin. Wear a hat or keep an umbrella with you, before going outside during the summer.

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