Yoga Exercises For Slimming Your Face

Most of us are so worried about the fat in our body that we forget to notice the fat in our face. But you know what – even that is damaging our looks.

We all know yoga helps us reduce belly fat, and you can also lose weight through yoga. So what can you do to get rid of those flabby cheeks and double chin? Well, there are a number of effective facial exercises – and that’s what this post is all about.

The Cheek Workout

• Close your mouth and press your lips together
• Blow air under your upper lip, and hold this position for 10 seconds
• Transfer the air towards your left cheek and hold the position for 10 more seconds
• Transfer the air towards your right cheek, and continue by holding for 10 more seconds
• Do about 10 – 15 cycles

Benefits

Helps reduce the chubbiness of your cheeks.

Fish Face

• Suck your cheeks in and purse your lips

• Maintain the pose and try to smile

• Hold the position for five seconds

• Repeat this 10 times

Lion Face

• Inhale through your nose, make fists tightly, and squeeze your facial muscles

• Exhale through your mouth, and as you do so, stick your tongue out as much as you can and open your eyes as wide as possible. Open your hands too at the same time

• Hold the position for 10 seconds and relax

• Repeat three times

Benefits

Stretches the facial muscles and releases tension

Surprise Me

• Open your eyes wide. Make sure your eyebrows aren’t wrinkled

• Stay this way and focus on a point at a distance

• Maintain the position for about 10 seconds, and relax

• Repeat four times

Benefits

Makes your eyebrows smooth.

Jaw Release

• Begin by moving your jaw as if you are chewing something

• Ensure your lips are closed as you perform this exercise

• Inhale deeply, and hum as you exhale

• Open your mouth wide and press your tongue against the lower teeth

• Maintain this position for about five seconds, after which you can relax

• Repeat 10 times

Benefits

Gives you higher cheekbones and an attractive jawline.

Blowing Air

• Keep your spine erect and tilt your head backwards. Ensure your eyes are directed towards the ceiling and you can see it

• Pull out your lips and blow air

• Keep doing this for 10 seconds and then relax

• Repeat 10 times

Benefits

Works the facial and neck muscles. Helps reduce double chin and gives you a natural face lift and a leaner appearance to your face.

Puppet Face

• Lift the line between your nose and lips

• Smile

• Tightly press your cheekbones and the line between your nose and lips with your fingers

• Lift the muscles against the resistance offered by your fingers

• Repeat this 20 – 30 times

Benefits

Reduces the fat in your cheeks and the line between your nose and lips.

Face yoga combines facial exercise with yoga to help you train the muscles around your face and to help you not only get rid of the unwanted artifacts that come along with again (such as baggy eyes, wrinkles, ect.) but also slim down your face, chisel a new you ready to make an impression.

SAY GOODBYE TO THE BALDNESS?

Today, we lead a stressful life and every day we fight on our own. Our body can actually ‘sense’ stress, and react in many different ways. Stress can mess up our hormones, and can cause a real chaos inside our body.

We will give you a recipe from 3 natural ingredients that will help you prevent hair loss and will restore the natural hair growth.
Ingredients:-olive oil-honey-cinnamonKeep this remedy in a Mason jar.Patience will pay off and you should see the first results in a week. You can enjoy your shiny and strong hair!Preparation:Heat up the olive oil, and stir the cinnamon and the raw and organic honey in it. Take one tablespoon of each. Mix well until you get a smooth and silky mixture.ApplicationRub the remedy on your scalp and lightly cover your hair. Leave it to stand for about 15 minutes and rinse it off with a mild, natural shampoo.

OMG!!! Nail biting killed this man!

We all think that nail biting is a sign of nervousness. However, it could be a cause of many problems and sometimes it could have a fatal ending, such as death.

If you, or someone you know, have this habit, give your best to give up while it’s not too late.

This is John Gardener, a 40-year-old man who couldn’t stop biting his nails, even after the prohibition of his doctor. This habit led him to a painful septic infection and a heart attack.

The nail biting is really dangerous. The doctors said that he have been biting his nails until they start bleeding. Because of that, his fingers were ruined and became insensitive to pain. The cause for this were anxiety and depression.

One boy's nails have been always in a poor condition, and often bleeding.

The initial bleeding became worse, and one of these wounds got a septic infection. Even the antibiotics couldn’t help and at the end his fingers were amputated. He felt good for some time, but this didn’t last for long. According to the surgeon, only a few days after his 40th birthday, he had a heart attack, because of the septic infection.

This wasn’t expected ....it hit us really hard, I don’t want this happen to anyone, this is a real tragedy.

Will you continue biting your nails after reading this?

Your Blood Type Defines What You Should Eat Ideally!

Blood is the primary powerhouse which runs all over our bodies and runs our body. Each one of us has different blood group, some of us have common blood groups while some of us have rare blood groups. But did you know that our blood groups can determine the problems we face. Our health is directly related to our blood group.

Here are some bloody facts about blood groups that you should know!

Your blood type makes you crave for a particular type of food.

Type O: These people generally suffer from indigestion and stomach problems. They should take high protein in their diet.

Type A: They have sensitive immune system and should consume citrus and green vegetables along with garlic.

Type B: People of these blood groups release more Cortisol than others. They should avoid trans fat, oils and alcohol to avoid more stress.

Type AB: They lack stomach acid. They should consume apple cider vinegar and manuka honey to increase stomach acid.

Your Blood type is your personality.

Type O: These People worry a lot but are practical & organized.

Type A: They are kind, compassionate and put other’s needs before theirs.

Type B: They are outgoing, friendly and emotionally flexible.

Type AB: They are Rational, strong and don’t worry much. 

Blood group also determines Fertility

Type O: Least Fertile

Stress levels

Type A: They release more Cortisol than others so their stress level is more higher.

Type O: They are the most susceptible to outbursts.

Your belly fat depends on your blood group! Type A: These people’s bodies react badly with dairy, meat and shellfish and makes it difficult for the people of this blood group to lose belly fat. They also suffer from acid reflux, bloating and indigestion. 

Some Beauty Mistakes Women Make Everyday

Admit it, all of us want to look great and we take the help of cosmetics and products. However, it is also true that we are lazy when it comes to putting in the hard work around said cosmetics and products. Find out some beauty mistakes women make everyday.

Not cleaning the brushes

Your brushes contain all the makeup and dust and dirt from your face and hair. If you do not clean it on a regular basis, it will obviously affect you in the long run. Imagine all the bacteria residing in the base of your brush. Yuck!

 Using too much shampoo and conditioner

 See the way it works is, more will not make it shinier or heavier or silkier. Use only what is required.

 Hurried makeup

Give time to your makeup to dry before going for the next step, else you will have a mixture of all your makeup stuff on your face.

Matching foundation on the hand

Didn’t you ever notice that your hand and face are of different shades? Well, then how can you expect to match the foundation on your hand and then apply it on face!

Sleeping in your makeup

The worst thing you can do to your face. Make sure to get rid of make up before you go to sleep, no matter how tired you are.

If you want to look good then you have to put in the hard work that goes on behind the face.

Indian Summer Drinks - Stay Cool

The street vendors of Indian cities also sell sweet items and drinks including Lassi plain or salty,fruit flavored juice, Sherbet, Jaljeera, Neera and other seasonal drinks.

few summer drinks made or had in indian homes:

Lassi

Made from yogurt and very famous in north india. You can make it salty or sweet. you can flavor it with cardamom powder, rose water and saffron. Some other variations of lassi are masala lassi,salty lassi, strawberry lassi, fruit lassi, papaya lassi and mango lassi.  Key to good lassi is to use thick homemade yogurt (curd) that is absolutely chilled and hand blended with a wooden churner. The yogurt should be fresh and sweet in flavor. Lassi makes for a filling breakfast and you are good to go for the day.

Nimbu Pani (Indian Lemonade) 


This is the cheapest and might be the most used summer drink in India. You can add flavor to it by adding mint juice, roasted cumin powder, black salt or make it sweet – shikanji or have it salty. Some people also like to add ginger juice but then ginger is heaty. In the western india, this is called as nimbu pani and in north India, its called as shikanji.

Chaas

Chaas, a refreshing summer drink, is basically a diluted, salted yogurt drink. In India, its more popularly known as buttermilk.
Yogurt or curd is the main key player of buttermilk recipe. It is usually served along with lunch especially during the hot summer months. This salted yogurt drink has many health benefits which include cooling the body and good digestion. I usually like to add a lot of fresh coriander, black salt and roasted cumin powder. You can add either of them based on what is available in your kitchen. 

Aaam ka Pana

It is made using raw mangoes. helps in preventing heat strokes and keep the body cool. raw mangoes are rich in vitamin c and iron. Aam Panna is a rejuvenating and refreshing cooler prepared using raw green mangoes during the hot summer months when mangoes are in season. This sweet and sour summer drink, also known as Kairi Panha works as a digestive and is hard to resist due to its unbeatable flavor and health benefits.

Kokum Sharbat

Kokum fruit is available mostly in goa and maharashtra side. it is one of the best summer coolant, reduces heat in body, anti oxidant and helps indigestion. Kokum or Garcinia Indica is a fruit which is famous for its healthy and refreshing cool drink. Kokum juice is not only delicious but it also has several health benefits.It is low in calories and rich in dietary fibres.

Instant Kokum Sharbat is a quick tangy sweet drink recipe prepared by soaking the kokum in hot water and then blending the juice with roasted cumin seed powder, black pepper and sugar.

 Sugarcane juice

The ever popular indian juice to quench your thirst and give you a boast of energy. excellent for jaundice. has digestive properties, thirst quenching and keeps the body hydrated.

Do give this healthy beverage a try this summer. Keep yourself well hydrated and do check out more summer drink recipes.