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Home Remedies
Pimple / Acne
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A pimple or acne is a small swelling
on the skin containing pus, usually on the face and neck. | | |
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Acne can be a result of hormonal changes during adolescence, skin allergies or
even constipation. | | 2.
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Faulty selection of foods like excessive consumption of starch, sugar or fat in
the diet, irregular eating habits. | |
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Deficiency of vitamin A and zinc are also one of the most prevalent causes of
acne and pimples. | | 4.
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An oily complexion and pollution can worsen the problem. |
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Black raisins: A sherbet made with black raisins, sugar and fennel seeds (saunf)
helps to bring quick results as it cleans the digestive tract and chases body
heat away. See the recipe of Fruitful Healer | |
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Fruits and vegetables: Fruits and vegetables like cucumber, oranges, watermelon,
papaya, chickoo, mint, spinach etc. are rich in fibre and nutrients like vitamin
A, vitamin C and vitamin E which help to have a glowing skin. Include the Cooling
Cucumber Raita, in your meals everyday and you will see the results yourselves. |
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Multani mitti (Fuller's Earth), rose water and sandalwood paste: A paste made
with equal proportions of these three ingredients when applied on the face for
15 to 20 minutes will rejuvenate acne prone oily skin. | | 4. | Tomato:
Rub the slices of ripe tomato over the skin. Dry it for ½ an hour and wash
off with lukewarm water. | | 5. | Tulsi
(Indian basil): A mixture of juice of tulsi with lemon or ginger (adrak) will
also help to cure the pimples with its scars. | | | Tea
and coffee
Spicy and oily foods
Confectionery and mithai
Full fat dairy
products
Pickles, canned and preserved foods
Refined foods like maida, sugar,
pasta and polished rice
Creamy salad dressings | | |
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Wash your skin gently twice daily with an antibacterial soap, not regular soap,
as it is alkaline and will promote bacterial growth. Washing will keep the pores
open and your skin free of bacteria. However don't scrub too hard, as this will
irritate your skin further. | |
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Keep your hands away from your face or other affected areas. They contain oils
and bacteria that promote acne. Wash your hands frequently |
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Avoid greasy creams and cosmetics, especially ones that contain oils and dyes. | | 4. | Include
sprouts and fruits as a part of your diet everyday. | | 5. | Reduce
the consumption of junk foods, sugar and limit your total fat intake to no more
than 4 teaspoons per day. | | 6. | Drink
plenty of water and have a regular regime for exercise as this helps to flush
the system. | | | Skin
Glow Soup
Cooling Cucumber Raita
Orange
Revitalizer
Fruitful Healer |
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