Cotton Ear Buds... (Must read it)

Please do not show sympathy to people selling buds on roadside or at Signals. Just wanted to warn you people not to buy those packs of ear-buds you get at the roadside.





It's made from cotton that has already been used in hospitals.. They take all the dirty, blood- and pus-filled cotton, wash it, bleach it and use it to make ear buds. So, unless you want to become the first person in the world to get Herpes Zoster Oticus (a viral infection of the inner, middle, and external ear) of the ear and that too from a cottonbud, DON'T BUY THEM!!

Use Branded Ear Buds only to stay away from any such Possible Problem.

13 household uses for ear buds

The first ear bud was made by securing a piece of cotton onto the end of a toothpick.



Dab the cotton swab in some makeup remover to remove eyeliner, eyeshadow or mascara smudges.
Leo Gerstenzang, who created the prototype during the 1920s, after observing his wife make the first one, decided to market the brand under the name Baby Gay Q-tips.

Since then, we’ve found so many uses for the cotton tip.

Cleaning

1. Over a period of time, detergent and fabric softener residue form a layer of build up in your washing machine compartments.

The best way to clean these cubicles is to reach in with an ear bud.

2. Using soap water and cotton swabs will eliminate the dirt and grime from the fins of your home and car air conditioning ducts.

3. Remove dust from the corners of windows, picture frames and statutes etc.

4. Dust and makeup often gets trapped in the corners and grooves of the medicine cabinet.

Using an ear bud to clean your cabinet will get rid of the build-up.

5. To pick up the dust from your computer’s key board, run an ear bud in between the keys. Add a few drops of rubbing alcohol onto the tip to kill any bacteria.


To pick up the dust from your computer’s key board, run an ear bud in between the keys.
This also works well with DVD players, cameras, radios and other electronic devices.

Personal care

6. Apply ointments and soothing balms to minor cuts and bruises.

7. Clean in between your baby’s toes, neck folds and outer ear with a moist ear bud.




Beauty

8. Excess nail polish that bleeds onto the cuticle can be removed by simply dabbing the ear bud into a bit of nail polish remover.


Ear buds make the perfect paintbrushes for little hands.
9. Dip the cotton swab in some makeup remover to remove eyeliner, eyeshadow or mascara smudges.

10. Carrying a bottle of perfume in your handbag can sometimes be an inconvenience, especially when you’re dealing with glass.

Saturate a few ear buds with your favourite perfume, then seal them in a plastic bag.

When you need to freshen up, simply apply the swabs to your pressure points – the scent will last for hours.

Arts and crafts

11. Ear buds make the perfect paintbrushes for little hands.

Your kids can paint the brightest pictures, using a different ear bud for every new colour - and clean up will be easy.

12. Ear buds can be used to apply glue to small models and other craft projects. Use the one end to apply the glue and the other end to remove any excess glue.

DIY touch ups

13. Touch up paint jobs or dab a bit of epoxy resin to hide scratches on wood furniture.

Household uses for ear buds_Beauty

1. Excess nail polish that bleeds onto the cuticle can be removed by simply dabbing the ear bud into a bit of nail polish remover.

Ear buds make the perfect paintbrushes for little hands.
2. Dip the cotton swab in some makeup remover to remove eyeliner, eyeshadow or mascara smudges.

3 Carrying a bottle of perfume in your handbag can sometimes be an inconvenience, especially when you’re dealing with glass.

Saturate a few ear buds with your favourite perfume, then seal them in a plastic bag.

When you need to freshen up, simply apply the swabs to your pressure points – the scent will last for hours.

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Nature's Flu Shot

10 Ways To Use Vinegar For Your Skin

Vinegar is equally useful in the kitchen as well as in skin care! Want to know how you can use vinegar for your skincare? What are the ways in which Vinegar can be used for our skin?

Read on for an answer to all your questions!

NOTE: Do not continue using if Vinegar starts irritating your skin.

1. Add a small cup of Vinegar to a bucket of water and take a bath with it. Vinegar added to the water helps in reducing body odor.

2. Add a small tablespoon of vinegar to your liquid body wash and wash your body with it. It will make the body skin soft, supple and smooth!

3. Vinegar acts as an astringent for oily skin! Apply Vinegar mixed with water (half-and-half) to your face to reduce redness and thus making your face smooth, and glowing!

4. Sunburns can be treated with Vinegar very easily too! Vinegar maintains pH balance of the skin and cools it down!

5. Irritated mosquito bite? Insect bite? Cuts? Vinegar can treat it all and cool them down! Vinegar helps to cure irritated skin!

6. Fungus problems on feet? Soak your feet in vinegar mixed with water to reduce smelly feet, removing fungus and other germs and thus making them glow!

7. Scrub your feet with a pumice stone and soak your feet in Vinegar mixed with water. This helps in curing dry, cracked heels and makes them soft!

8. Dirty hands? Use your hand wash to remove germs and then wash with some vinegar anf rinse with cool water! This makes your hand soft and super clean!

9. Mash 3 strawberries and add some apple cider vinegar to it. Leave the mixture for 2 hours. Strain the mixture and then apply the juice on your blackheads and leave overnight. This helps with blackheads.

10. Mix onion juice with Vinegar and apply to your age spots. Continuous use may lighten them and prevent further age spots from coming!

Vinegar help in making your skin beautiful and makes you confident!

Home Remedies for Dandruff: Get Rid of Dandruff Naturally !!

Its best to treat dandruff using natural remedies than artificial chemical based products. Here are some ways to do so:

It is important to comb your hair daily as this promotes blood circulation inside the scalp. Also, regularly massage your scalp with herbal oil.

Use hot olive or sesame oil on the scalp before bedtime. Next morning, rub little lime juice on your scalp one hour prior to bathing. Wash and rinse your hair well.

Prepare a mixture of equal amounts of vinegar and water. Apply this on your scalp and leave it on overnight. Wash your hair the next morning with a mild baby shampoo.

Soak a handful of fenugreek or methi seeds in some water overnight. Next day, grind the seeds to a paste. Apply this on your scalp and leave to rest for a couple of hours. Rinse your hair with shikakai or ritha.

Massaging the scalp with fresh apple juice is said to fade dandruff away.

A solution of beetroot juice, vinegar and some ginger juice, when applied on the scalp helps to get rid of dandruff.

Washing your hair with powder of green grams is another remedy.

Home Remedy For Freckles

Lemon juice has been known to fight against freckles; it treats freckles or any other type of skin discolorations. Apply lemon juice over the affection skin with the help of fingers will serve the purpose and will show good results. 
Freckles can also be treated with proper Vitamin supplements. Individuals suffering from freckles should increase the intake of Vitamin C. The food rich in Vitamin C includes oranges, grapes, apples, etc. 
Mask of sour cream is also thought to be good for the treatment of freckles. After the use of sour cream, the moisturizer should be applied.

6 Homemade Egg Face Packs And Masks For Healthy Skin

I love homemade face packs! Our kitchen is full of wonderful products that can do wonders to enhance our beauty. Are you pondering upon how to keep skin healthy?

Most of us are aware that Eggs act as an excellent hair pampering product however, they can prove miraculous in Improving our skin tone, Texturing and Minimizing fine lines and wrinkles too. All you have to do is to make some homemade face packs with eggs and pamper your skin.



Here are 6 egg face masks that are completely homemade.Try them and see the results yourselves.


Egg Face Mask 1: Recipe with egg white



Take Egg white and apply it directly on the cleansed face with a cotton ball.
Let it dry for 10 – 15 minutes and rinse off with plain water.
This helps in improving blood circulation and tightens skin.

Egg Face Pack 2: Recipe with egg yolk for dry skin



Take Egg yolk and mix it with one teaspoon of honey.
Mix them well and apply on cleansed face.
Keep it on for 10- 15 minutes and wash off with plain water.
This is very beneficial in providing moisture to dry skin.

Egg Face Pack 3: Recipe with egg white for acne



Take some egg white and mix it well with some fuller’s earth (multani mitti).
Keep mixing until you get equal consistency.
Apply this on the face and let it dry for 15- 20 minutes.
Egg Face Pack 4: Recipe with milk, carrots and egg white



Take some egg white and a small carrot with some milk.
Grate the carrot finely and mix it well with the egg white and milk.
Apply it and let it sit for 15- 20 minutes.
This is a very beneficial anti aging mask for all skin types.

Egg Facial 5: Recipe with Gram flour and lemon for oily skin



Take some gram flour and mix it well with egg white and add few drops of lemon in it.
Apply it for 20 minutes and rinse after that with plain water.
Egg Face Pack 6: Recipe for Fine lines and Wrinkles



Apply egg white and let it dry.
Rinse after 10 minutes followed by an under eye cream or gel.
Repeating this regularly can show great improvement.

Try these amazing homemade face packs with eggs and get that healthy and beautiful skin that you crave for!!

Safety Tips for Women to Remember:-

1. Always be aware of your surroundings

This applies whether you are traveling alone or in groups. Dont just focus inwardly on your thoughts if you are alone, or your friends if you are together. Keep one eye out for your environment, looking out for suspicious characters, possible danger, etc.

Also, dont assume that because your area has been "safe" thus far, that it will continue to be so.

2. Travel in groups

"There is safety in numbers" is not just a cliche. Its true. Make a point of traveling together with other sisters, whether its on public transportation, on campus, in cars, etc.

3. Change the route you normally travel by

If you have taken the same bus, train or highway to get to work or school, change your route. Even if it takes you a little longer, your safety is more important. By changing your route, you can avert possible attacks or harassment from those who know your schedule, method and route of travel well. Please note though that you should avoid short cuts that take you through unfamiliar or unsafe areas.

4. Look confident

Walk with a straight posture and your arms swinging by your sides. Avoid slouching or walking like a victim. This makes you an easy target for attackers.

5. When riding by public transportation choose the right seat

If you are riding by bus or train, do not sit on the window seat as you may be "blocked in" by a potential assailant. Always select the seat next to the aisle so that you can quickly leave if necessary.

If you are taking public transportation alone after peak hours, sit as close to the driver as possible and/or choose the section of the bus/train that is most crowded. Try to get a seat near the exit as well.

6. If you are driving alone

Dont think that if you are in a car, you are safe. Windows should be up and doors locked even when driving to avoid unwanted passengers at intersections. When you are walking to your car, always have your keys ready, so that you can quickly get into your car.

But dont just get in right away. Always check your car before entering, especially the back, for any intruders.

7. Never leave your car door unlocked

Even if it means for one minute to drop something off in the mailbox thats a few feet away. Attackers have been known to lie in wait for such an opportunity.

8. Be careful in parking lots

Always be alert in parking lots, especially when it's dark. Ask someone to escort you to your car. Between cars and inside cars, it's easy for someone to hide and wait until an unalert person comes along.

9. If you are traveling by taxi

Always check the identification of the driver (usually located near the visor) and ensure that it matches the driver. Once inside, don't sit behind the driver as it may be easy for the driver to lock the rear passenger door. Always choose the adjacent seat .

In addition, avoid flagging taxis. Always order taxis so the driver can be traced if something happens.

10. Dont use the walkman

If youre used to listening to your walkman while outside, drop this habit, especially in isolated areas. With your walkman on, you cannot hear the approach of a possible attacker.

11. Note "safe houses" along your route

Mentally note houses at intervals on each route you take that can be used as "safe houses" if you are attacked, such as shops or houses that you know to be occupied by a friend or acquaintance.

12. When you make a call from a phone booth

After dialing the number you wish to call always turn around so that you have your back to the phone and may see who or what is coming your way. You will then be able to tell the person to whom you are speaking that you may be in trouble and you may be able to use the weight of the phone as a weapon. The door of a telephone box could be used to wedge in the limbs of the attacker.

13. Do not open the door of your home without checking

DO NOT open the door to your home without first checking from a window, peephole or by asking and verifying who it is. Instruct children to do the same.

14. Report any suspicious activity around your home

If you see people loitering on the streets near your house, call the police on an emergency number and report it immediately without thinking too much.

Is mixing and drinking cold and hot water, bad for health?

A friend of mine told me that it is not good to mix hot and cold water to adjust the temperature of drinking water because this could cause bacteria to breed due to a good environment caused by the mixing of the two temperatures.

It would be better to bring hot or cold water to room temperature by leaving it out in the open. Is there any truth to this?

BRAIN DAMAGING HABITS

1. No Breakfast
People who do not take breakfast are going to have a lower blood sugar level.

This leads to an insufficient

supply of nutrients to the brain causing brain degeneration.

2 . Overeating=2 0

It causes hardening of the brain arteries, leading to a decrease in mental power.

3. Smoking

It causes multiple brain shrinkage and may lead to Alzheimer disease.

4. High Sugar consumption

Too much sugar will interrupt the absorption of proteins and nutrients causing malnutrition and may interfere with brain development.

5. Air Pollution

The brain is the largest oxygen consumer in our 20 body. Inhaling polluted air decreases the supply of oxygen to the brain, bringing about a decrease in brain efficiency.

6 . Sleep Deprivation

Sleep allows our brain to rest.. Long term deprivation from sleep will accelerate the death of brain cells..

7. Head covered while sleeping
Sleeping with the head covered increases the concentration of carbon dioxide and decrease concentration of oxygen that may lead to brain damaging effects.

8. Working your brain during illness

Working hard or studying with sickness may lead to a decrease in effectiveness of the brain as well as damage the brain.

9. Lacking in stimulating thoughts

Thinking is the best way to train our brain, lacking in brain stimulation thoughts may cause brain shrinkage.

10. Talking Rarely
Intellectual conversations will promote the efficiency of the brain

Weight Loss for Banana stem

Banana stem:

Weight Loss :

Banana Stem i.e the tender core of the banana plant's trunk is an effective way to lose weight. It can be had as a juice or as a cooked food. It can be had twice a week. It should also be noted that though it is effective for weight loss, other things should also be taken into consideration like exercise and overall diet for better results.

Kidney Stones: People e suffering from Kidney stones can have the juice extract prepared from the tender core of the banana’s trunk as a remedy.

Diuretic: I t is diuretic in nature and helps to get rid of the toxins in the body.

Laxative: It is a mild laxative. Cools the body. Banana’s Stem helps to cool the body. Therefore consumption twice a week is recommended.

Home remedies for Chicken Pox

►Applying Lavender oil directly on the spots will help the spots turning to blisters if done in the initial stage.

►Adding brown vinegar in bathtub water and have bath. This method is effective in reducing the irritation of the skin.

►Neem leaves are also good in relieving the itching of the rashes.

►Applying honey over the rashes is also very good for healing the rashes fast and curing chickenpox.

►Diet should consist mainly of vegetables and fruits. Avoid spicy and oily food as this may aggravate the situation and prolong the duration of chickenpox.

►Lemon juice is very good in chicken pox but you can also give vegetable juice and other fruit juices.

►A child may develop blisters in the mouth, making eating or drinking painful. The child should be encouraged to drink fluids to prevent dehydration. To alleviate pain, provide cold fluids.

►Soups prepared from Carrots and coriander has a benefiting effect in treating Chicken Pox.

►Ginger added to a warm or cool bathwater will help the itching. Take as many baths as needed.

►Honey will relieve itching and help to heal the chicken pox within a few days.

►Keep children at home from school and day care until all blisters have crusted. A child with chickenpox is extremely contagious until the last crop of blisters has crusted.