Healthy Food Especially for Woman

Carrots

Carrots are packed with carotenoids such as alpha-carotene and beta-carotene. Carotenes are essential to women's health, as a high-carotenoid diet has been linked to lowered risks of both breast and ovarian cancer. 

Tomatoes

Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, a pigment found in tomatoes. Lycopene may be effective in preventing breast cancer but as it is a powerful oxidant, it also can help to reduce risk of heart disease, as women are equally prone for heart disease.

 Spinach

Spinach is rich in magnesium, and this may be beneficial in reducing many of the physical symptoms of PMS; as well as a possible reduction in swelling, breast tenderness, bloating and gaining weight.

Milk

Milk is a great source of calcium, and therefore milk is not only good to counter osteoporosis, but a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D could also be beneficial in easing, or even prevent, symptoms of PMS.

Oats

Oats are rich in health-boosting nutrients. Oats are not only great for heart health, digestion and blood pressure levels, but they contain vitamin B6, which can help prevent PMS and mood swings. Another nutrient of oats is folic acid, which is important for women to consume before and during pregnancy to prevent birth defects in babies.

Health benefits of Liquorice

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You are Beautiful!

Short pondering on beauty . . . . 

Showing the world your own beauty means discovering your strength and qualities, not only your physical appearance, but also of your inner nature, your talents and your purpose in life. 

Is beauty skin deep? 

NO!

The beauty of a woman is not in the clothes she wears, the figure she carries, or the way she comb her hair. The beauty of a woman is seen in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides - Audrey Hepburn

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What Women Should Know About Eyestrain

One complaint that we all suffer from occasionally is eyestrain. What causes it and what can you do?

At one time or another, most of us suffer from some form of eyestrain. Our eyes may become red-rimmed and irritated, they may feel tired after close or prolonged work; or strong light may feel too harsh for them. If the strain continues, persistent headaches may develop. In most instances, eyestrain corrects itself, but it is irritating and unnecessary, and can often be easily avoided.

Eye defects

The most common cause of eyestrain is defect, which can be remedied by wearing glasses. If you are long-sighted, short- sighted or suffer from astigmatism, your eyes may become strained by trying to compensate. Another defect is presbyopia, the loss of the ability to use the near-focusing eye muscles; this happens to all of us as a natural consequence of ageing. 

Nothing can be done to prevent the defects themselves, since they are a combination of heredity and the natural growth and development of the eye. Nor can glasses of contact lenses actually cure these conditions. Their function is to compensate for the defects, restoring normal vision and alleviating eyestrain. 

Since eye defects can develop at any time of life, but particularly as you approach middle age, it is worth going for regular check-ups father than waiting until trouble starts. Many opticians recommend the first check-up at three years of age; another at six and thereafter one every two or three years, until you reach your forties, after which a yearly check-up is advisable. If you wear corrective lenses, you should visit the optician about once every 18 month.

Eye Exercises That Work!

Corrective Lenses 

Once a day glasses should be cleaned with a clean, soft cloth or lens-cleaning paper, the lenses should first be moistened to prevent scratching, either with special cleaning fluid of ordinary tap water. Always keep your glasses in a case when not in use, and never place them lens-down on a surface. If the lenses become scratched, have them replaced immediately. 

Contact lenses are particularly vulnerable to scratching and chipping, and should be checked regularly by our optician for flaws you may not notice yourself, but which will irritate your eyes. Avoid putting the lenses on a hard surface, and handle them only with the pads of your fingers – not that nails. Always use the cleaning fluid recommended for your type of lens; in emergency use plain water. 

Light as a Factor

You can temporarily strain your eyes through bad lighting or over-exposure to harsh light. The correct set-up for reading or other close work is with the light source located behind you, and directed towards the page. Avoid over long periods of close work or watching television; if you feel your eyes getting tired, take a break for a few minutes. 

In general, the eyes are able to adapt to most types of light, but over-long exposure to harsh sunlight can result in strain and headaches. People unused to strong light or those who have to drive long distances in bright light often find it helpful to wear tinted glasses. Be sure before you buy any sunglasses that they provide sufficient protection against glare.  Cheaper sunglasses will not harm your eyes, but the more expensive photo chromatic type that alter shade depending on the sun’s intensity are good value because they are likely to be sturdier and their lenses will create less distortion. If you already have corrective lenses, you can simply fit tinted clip-ons over your normal frames. 

There is no harm in wearing tinted lenses indoors, and some people who spend long periods under intense fluorescent or studio lighting find that wearing tinted glasses can reduce eyestrain. The colour of the tint is entirely a question of personal taste. 

Protective lenses should, however, always be worn when there is a risk of exposure to high levels of ultra-violet light. When reflected from snow, it can lead to ‘snow-blindness’, so it is wise always to wear goggles when skiing.

Ultra-violet sun lamps, too, can burn the cornea badly, and should never be used without the goggles provided with the equipment. If eyestrain symptoms are persistent, and a visit to the optician fails to locate the cause, you should see your doctor. Tension, lack of sleep, poor diet and other health problems can all contribute to eye fatigue, and it may be an indication of a more general problem that needs medical attention.

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Bright and Shiny Eyes for Women

No matter how healthy the rest of your body is, tired and sore eyes can make you feel below par. 

Here is how to brighten your outlook:

Bloodshot eyes after a night of heavy drinking are a graphic reminder that the body has been abused. In this case, the remedy is simple enough –lay off drinking until you feel better. 

If your eyes are occasionally puffy or sore, there are a few the practical things you can do to relieve them. “Palming” is a good way of soothing tired of sore eyes. Simply cup your closed eyes lightly in your hand so that the palms test over the eyelids an all light is excluded for a minute at least. 

Obviously, though, if your eyes feel strained often you should have them checked. 

Blinking is the best way of keeping the eyes naturally bathed in antiseptic fluid - the body’s own - but if your eyes are particularly dry or uncomfortable and if your home or workplace is centrally heated, an eyewash or eye drops can bring relief. 

A small amount of salt added to boiled water makes a cheap and simple wash for use with an eyebath. (Remember, though, if you have the slightest trace of infection, to wash out the eyebath and replace the liquid before bathing the second eye, and wash the eyebath again before putting is away.) 

Plain table salt in distilled water from the chemists is like the eyes’ natural fluid and is good used every few hours as drops. A generous pinch in a glass of water is sufficient, and the liquid should be stored in a dark glass bottle with a built-in dropper.

If you are going out after a day’s work and want a quick pick-me-up, splash your eyes with cold water (this is to best thing for your eyes first thing in the morning, too). Put a couple of drops of salt water or eye-bright lotion from the health store in each eye and apply a compress. The compress can be cotton wool soaked in witch hazel or cold herb tea, a slice of cucumber, or else a cold teabag. Use herbal teabags, though, if you do this often, because the skin may become discoloured otherwise. Then put your feet up and relax for ten minutes in a darkened room. 

Cucumber slices and tea bags are also good for combatting puffiness, one of the most common eye complaints affecting the appearance. Both are diuretics and work by drawing out excess fluid around the eyes – and they actually are most effective as a temporary measure. 

Dark circles under the eyes are another common trouble, and not getting enough sleep really is the most probably cause. If this is your problem, do not try to cover the dark circles with makeup - get enough sleep instead. 

It is important to remember though that puffiness and dark circles can also be the sign of more serious medical problems, and attempting to treat them with home remedies, however successful they may be for minor short-term ailments, can simply mask important symptoms. If any eye troubles persist, it is vital that you consult your doctor. 

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Women and Stress at Work

Every job has its stresses, but if you learn to deal with them, you will be happier, healthier and work better too.

Your mental health at work is just as important as your physical health, so it is important to think in terms of ways of alleviating stress. 

How to go about it

Work can be a major source of stress. Tensions can arise because you feel you have too much or too little responsibility, or that you are not getting enough recognition for what you are doing. Overwork, too, is frequently a major cause of strain.

Very often, the root of the problem lies in poor communication with your colleagues. You may brood about your personal situation, or complain about it to family of friends. Instead, it may be worth talking about your difficulties with others at your workplace. If you take an interest in each other’s problems, you may find it easier to establish a spirit of teamwork, which is so important for a good working atmosphere. 

If you are unhappy about your work situation for a lengthy period, it may be a sign that you need a change. Taking it over with management may help-they may be sympathetic to you changing some of the duties of your job, or taking a retraining of refresher course. 

It is also important to bear in mind that difficulty and tensions at work may be connected with your life-style in general. You may feel very differently if you make the effort to use your leisure time productively, rather than spending it thinking about your work problems. If you feel better in yourself, your attitude to your work will improve. 

One way to do this is to make good use of your rest periods. I you have break in the morning or afternoon, take advantage of them: at the same time as you put your feet up you can socialize with your colleagues. 

If you have sufficient time in the lunch break, use it to get away now and again from the work environment. A brisk walk, a short swim or a keep-fit class will leave you more relaxed and ready for the afternoon’s work.  

In some workplaces, workers meet after the day is done to participate in games such as football, tennis of basketball. This not only provides healthy exercises, but also it gives workmates the opportunity to meet together in a different environment and get to know each other better. 

Finally, it is important to re-adjust your dietary habits to meet the demands of a busy day. Eat a good, healthy breakfast; avoid, if possible, drinking at lunch; and try to cut down your consumption of tea or coffee- stimulant drinks that intensify stress.  Instead, lay in a stock of fresh fruit and fruit juices: they are more refreshing and better for you.    

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Women and Natural Beauty

The healing properties of flowers, plants, and fruits have been known since early times. Natural beauty methods evolved through centuries of observation, trial and error. Many cultures treasured the healing properties of plants so deeply that they believed the plants to have magical powers as well.

A sign of the importance attached to plants in ancient societies is that they were often buried alongside people in their tombs. 

The opening up of trade routes brought new plants and foodstuffs to different people. Knowledge of how to use new plants was spread by word of mouth over great distances, and recipes that have been handed down through the years are still with us today. 

Manufacturers of modern cosmetics are also aware of the advantage of using natural ingredients. Manufacturers, however, include chemical preservatives to lengthen the shelf life of their products. In some cases, these chemicals mask the benefits of the natural ingredients, resulting in a cosmetic with only small quantities of active properties.

Therefore, creating your own natural beauty preparations gives you the full benefit of undiluted amounts of nature’s ingredients.

Discovering the vitamins, minerals and enzymes found in natural ingredients and learning to put them to good use in beauty preparations will open a new world of possibilities for new ways to cleanse, nourish, and rejuvenate your skin and hair. In addition, producing an individual range, whether it is for yourself, or for your family and friends, is very rewarding. 

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How to be Woman to the Fullest

Never undermine your worth by comparing yourself with others. It is because we are different, that each one is special in her own right. 

Never set live goals according to what other people deem as important. Only you will know what is best for you!

Never take things dear to you for granted. Cling to them; cherish them, for without those things life will be meaningless.

Never let your life slip through your fingers by clinging to the past or by living for the future. When you live day by day, you will live all those days of your life.

Never give up on life. Nothing is over until the moment you stop trying. 

Never be afraid to accept the fact that you are less than perfect.

Never be afraid to take risks. It is by taking risks and chances that we learn to be brave.

Never shut love out of your life, love is never impossible to find. To receive love, you must first give love. When holding too tight to love, you will definitely lose it. The best way to keep love is to give it freedom.

Never dismiss your dreams. Without dreams, we are without hope, and to be without hope, is to lose purpose in life.

Never rush through life. Life is not a race, but a journey to be enjoyed and savored each step of the way.

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