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SAY GOODBYE TO DEPRESSION USING HONEY

Honey is a brown, sticky, sugar-saturated solution made by bees. Honey bees or forage bees collect nectar from flowers and add some enzymes to the nectar. Honey may help with stress, depression, and anxiety because it contains compounds that can reduce inflammation in the brain, support a healthy nervous system, improve cognition, and increase brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels. Studies suggest that honey might offer antidepressant , anticonvulsant and anti-anxiety benefits. Most ancient civilizations, such as the Egyptians, Greeks, Chinese, Mayans, Romans, and Babylonians, used honey both for nutritional purposes and for its medicinal properties. BEST TIME TO TAKE HONEY  Usually the doctors recommend honey to be taken empty stomach early in the morning as it gives an instant kick and energy boost which is enough to counter an entire day. Many people believe that one of the benefits of honey in the morning is detoxification . Those foods with high hot potency pro...

WALNUT REDUCES DEPRESSION AND STRESS

Eating just half a cup of walnuts reduced stress, anxiety and depression. There are several nutrients in walnuts that could be responsible for the reduced risk of depression and improved mood.  The polyphenols in walnuts can help fight oxidative stress and inflammation.  Walnuts are known to lessen the symptoms of depression, as they are the richest plant-based omega-3 fatty acids.  Walnuts are different from other tree nuts because of their greater antioxidant capacity, polyphenols and ALA content.  Consuming a handful of walnuts reduces cortisol levels related to stress, especially in hypertensive people. Bedtime is a great time to eat walnuts because they have numerous compounds that are tied to healthy sleep patterns.  Magnesium is an essential mineral that helps your body relax, improving sleep quality .  Walnuts may help improve your shut-eye as they have high magnesium content. A 1-ounce serving contains 11% of your daily magnesium requirement. ...

WAVE OFF YOUR STRESS WITH WAVES - BEACH THERAPY

Ocean therapy is also known as Beach Therapy or Beach Healing, Sea Therapy, or Thalassotherapy. Named from the Greek word for sea or ocean – thalassa – this form of Holistic Therapy uses seawater, the salty ocean air, and spa therapy to help improve the wellbeing of those with physical and mental health conditions.  Many studies have shown how those who live next to the ocean experience less psychological distress. People dwelling near the ocean tend to be calmer and have fewer anger outbursts. Just the sound of the water and the waves crashing against the shore can immediately relieve any negative feelings you may have.  BENEFITS OF BEACH THERAPY  Reduces Depression: The negative ions present in the breeze can help in the calming brain. It works as a natural antidepressant. So visiting a beach when you are feeling down, depressed will lift your mood and overall wellbeing. The beach is often considered relaxing for several reasons. The sound of waves crashing, the smell ...

ATTRACT LOVE OF YOUR LIFE WITH THIS FLOWER - JASMINE

Jasmine's soothing fragrance can calm the mind and balance emotional fluctuations. It is believed to attract love and strengthen relationships, making it an ideal plant for romantic settings. This night blooming fairy vine encourages the magic of the evening – mystery, love, psychic dreams, and enchantment.  Jasmine flowers are used in many religious occasions as offerings to Gods.  Jasmine can heighten intuition and psychic abilities, beneficial for spiritual practices.  Jasmine flowers are used in astrology and Vastu for a variety of remedies.  Garlands made from Jasmine flowers are adorned by women during special occasions.  These are general astro remedies using jasmine flowers however, you are advised to get in touch with an expert for more personal advice.  Sowing a plant of jasmine flowers in your home is believed to keep planetary defects away from you and strengthen the positions of your horoscope. Offering a garland of jasmine flowers to Lord Shi...

HEALING POWER OF ROSES

Apart from being the perfect Valentine gifts, roses have many more benefits hidden in them. Roses possess the soothing scent that helps calm down aggression. The inhalation of rose water vapors has been traditionally used as a way to improve a person’s mood. The liquid can also be taken orally.  Research has shown that rose water has antidepressant and anti - anxiety properties.  Since roses are believed to provide cooling and relaxing effects in Indian Ayurveda, they are frequently used in relaxation techniques.  It is believed to induce sleep and to have a hypnotic effect similar to that of the pharmaceutical drug diazepam.  London-based aromatherapist Danièle Ryman said she uses rose to help treat post-natal depression, menstrual problems and in calming down the feelings of anger and fear.  The calming effects of roses can help to lower stress hormones, which helps improve circulation and heart health. The perfume of roses is lauded in aromatherapy for its c...