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Anti-dandruff herbal hair oil: Dandruff is a condition which affects people of all age groups.Itchy scalp and flakiness are the common signs of dandruff. While there are several over the counter products available to treat dandruff which are definitely effective but they contain harmful chemicals which sometimes cause other side effects like hair-fall and dry scalp condition. Taking proper care of the scalp is therefore essential and this includes natural herbs that are mild yet nourishing for the scalp and hair. I'm going to share a time tested home remedy which I have been using for years. The hair oil is made with some spices and leaves that are readily available in your kitchen. Ingredients : Coconut oil - 2cups (use cooking coconut oil, preferably a good organic brand) Curry leaves -15-20 nos. Washed and dried under fan( don't sun dry them) Fenugreek seeds(methi Dana) - 15-20 nos. Nigella seeds(kalonji) - 1/4 teaspoon Neem leaves(optional)- 15-20nos. Strainer A piece of cl...

Ghee the Indian Superfood :  What is ghee?  Ghee is a type of clarified butter. It's more concentrated in fat than butter, as its water and milk solids have been removed. Ghee is made from the milk of a buffalo or cow. Pure desi ghee, is ghee made of cow's milk. It contains plenty of omega-3 fatty acids along with Vitamin A. It is one of the best oils for cooking. According to Ayurveda,Ghee stimulates digestive fire. It has a very high smoke point (~485 degrees F) and its chemical structure does not change at high heat.  why should you have ghee?  Benefits of ghee  Ghee has several health benefits including increasing metabolism, decreasing inflammation, and improving heart health.    This Indian superfood also improves the memory and strengthens the brain and nervous system, promotes longevity and helps restore balance to your mind.  ghee is known to stimulate the digestive process and is likely to aid in we...

Immunity Boosting recipes :1 Home made immunity boosting (Kadha/Kashayam )Powder: As most states begin to re-open, we are seeing a surge in new cases everyday. I want to make sure that every parent is armed with what they need to support their kids. In this pandemic-ridden world, we need all the right information we can get to protect ourselves and our loved ones. The much awaited monsoon season is also here and monsoon brings along numerous diseases too. Our immunity takes a dip during this season making us more susceptible to common cold, flu, other viral infections,and digestive issues. A good immune system, therefore, is required during this season, which can be built by consuming good seasonal food. We all know that the market is flooded with many immunity boosting capsules and powders that are expensive and most of them contain preservatives to retain the shelf-life of these products. Anything that is home made is always easy on the pocket and we are sure about the ingredien...