Mandelic Acid: Exfoliate Your Skin

Dermatologists break down this miracle AHA

"Mandelic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA)”.

"Mandelic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid derived from bitter almonds,". "Larger in molecular weight compared to glycolic acid (another type of AHA) so it may be gentler on skin as it penetrates more slowly,".

Whenever our skin is feeling dull and congested and is in serious need of overall rejuvenation, we turn to peels. They remove the uppermost, superficial layer of skin to promote the growth of newer, healthy skin and address skin problems like acne and hyperpigmentation. While it seems like we've covered everything that you need to know about peels, there is one in particular that has been flying under the radar. Say hello to Mandelic acid.

Benefits of AHAs

·         AHA’s dissolve the glue-like lipids holding dead cells together.

·         When dead cells are decreased, fewer cracks and fissures can lead to irritation.

·         Surface lines even out.

·         Dead cells plugging pores dissolve.

·         Pigment that has built up in surface skin is removed.

·         Cell renewal is returned to a rate of 30 years of age.

·         Increased cell renewal causes cells to become denser and more compact, making your skin a more effective barrier to outside irritants.

·         Denser skin means moisture is held in and skin becomes more pliable and supple.

·         With the outer layer, corneum, less clogged and “cross-linked” with dead skin cells, the skin becomes nourished and moisturized from below, allowing the skin to become more elastic and less wrinkled.

·         AHAs increase the acidity of skin, which helps cell renewal.

Benefits of Mandelic Acid

• Exfoliates: Mandelic acid is a chemical exfoliant, meaning it removes layers of older skin cells through a reaction with the skin (rather than exfoliating via abrasive scrubs).
• Promotes cell turnover: By releasing skin cells attached to the surface of the skin, Mandelic acid works to increase cell turnover, reducing the appearance of skin damage or acne.
• Brightens skin: Exfoliated skin appears brighter and Mandelic acid goes a step further, strengthening the skin so it stays bright with continued use.
• Reduces hyperpigmentation: Increased cell turnover and exfoliating properties mean the acid reduces the look of dark marks and sun damage.

Conclusion

Mandelic acid is an increasingly popular Alpha-Hydroxy Acid (AHA) used for skin care that is derived from the hydrolysis of an extract of bitter almonds. AHAs improve skin texture and reduce the signs of aging by promoting cell shedding in the outer layers of the epidermis and by restoring hydration. The mechanism of action is not completely understood.  Mandelic acid, used in combination with Phytic acid, Lactic Acid, and Glycolic Acid, was found to be effective in the treatment of acne and melasma. Mandelic acid is considered to be a low-risk ingredient for skincare use and safe to use in skincare.

OILING THE NAVEL - CAPTURING THE POWER

Oiling the navel helps to detoxify the body and promotes healthy, radiant skin, free from radical damage. Furthermore, the navel absorbs oil more quickly and supplies sustenance from within.

The navel is said to be the source of life. When a baby is born, it is attached to its mother through the navel. This is because it is the navel that offers the essence of life and growth through the nutrients, blood and oxygen that reaches the baby. “That is why your navel which is also the center of your body is one of the primary points of nourishment and growth even as an adult,”.

Oiling the navel helps purify your body and provides healthy glowing skin, free from radical damage. Moreover, the navel absorbs oil faster and provides nourishment from within.

Benefits

*Boosts flow of ‘prana’ or energy in the body.
*Improves nutrient absorption in skin.
*Improves hair growth and skin texture.
*Helps deal with acne and pimples
*” Improves sleep cycle and helps deal with insomnia,”.

Which oil to use?

You can use ghee or neem/coconut/almond/mustard oils, too.

• Almond oil – helps attain glowing skin
• Mustard oil – helps cure chapped lips, relieves headaches and improves vision
• Ghee/ Butter – helps to make skin soft, supple and well hydrated
• Neem oil – helps cure acne and rashes from the skin
• Olive oil – helps relieve back aches, stomach aches and improves digestion

If you’re looking for...	Choose me
Glowing skin	3 drops of almond/coconut oil
Soothing of your cracked lips / improving poor vision / better hair growth/relief from headaches	2-3 drops of mustard oil
Relief from high blood pressure/weight loss/stomach ailments/ back pain	3 drops of olive oil
Relief from acne/rashes	3 drops of neem oil
Soft skin	3 drops of ghee
Relief from knee pain	2-3 drops of castor oil

 

There are 72,000 veins in the navel, making the belly button a focal point. All these nerves get stimulated when the belly button is looked after. Your belly button can detect which blood vessels have dried up and pass this oil to it hence open them up.

Oil therapy: Rub a few drops of oil inside and around your belly button every night. Regular practice of this will leave you stunned with the results, and with absolutely no side effects. There are certain oils which can be used for specific conditions.

WHAT IS YOURS IS NOT YOURS

YOU ARE GIFTED WITH THE POWER TO REWRITE YOUR DESTINY. The messages are profound and give messages in many ways to use what nature itself in revealing on how to live our lives. How to overcome negatives and the need to overcome angers, jealousies, bitterness, which will end lonesomeness, frustrations, feelings that no one cares or of not being loved. It could bring peace to our world and happiness in our lives.

Your life is not only yours

In a small house, a poor man lived with his three unmarried daughters. He was very much dissatisfied with his life. He always wanted to commit suicide but unable to do so as he didn’t have an attractive plan. So, he prayed to God to suggest him the best way to commit suicide.

The next day, God came in his dream with his plan. God told him that he had to kill his daughters before committing suicide as they might stop him to fulfil his desire of experiencing death. He decided to kill his daughters but couldn’t do so as he was very much attached to them. He asked for an alternative plan, but he didn’t get any response from God. His desire to commit suicide reached its peak, so he decided to kill his daughters by mixing poison in milk.

The next morning, after mixing poison, he left his house as he couldn’t see her daughters dying before his eyes. When he came back, he found his two daughters crying. He, immediately, started searching his third daughter. In no time, he found her daughter in her room.

He felt extremely happy to see her playing with small kittens, however, he felt sad after seeing a dead cat beside her.  Suddenly, he started thinking about who would take care of his daughters after his death? What had happened if milk would have been drunk by his daughters? That night, God came in his dream and asked him if he needed an alternative plan of committing suicide. He started crying. From that day, he decided to live for his daughters so that he could give them a normal life. Before committing suicide, please think about your family members as your life is not only yours.

It’s not your life to waste.

• You are here to care for any children you birthed or help raise (and prepare them for the difficult times ahead).
• You are here to care for the parents who raised you (especially if thing unravel in their lifetimes).
• You are here to care for, wake up, and prepare others in your community (for most remain asleep).
• And above all, you are here to heal the planetary being that has nurtured you every moment of your existence and has made and continues to make your life and all life possible.

Why Happiness Matters

Happiness is more than a good feeling or a yellow smiley face. It's the feeling of truly enjoying your life, and the desire to make the very best of it. Happiness is the "secret sauce" that can help us be and do our best.

 Here's what researchers found when they studied happy people:

 

• Happy people are more successful.
• Happy people are better at reaching goals.
• Happy people are healthier.
• Happy people live longer.
• Happy people have better relationships.
• Happy people learn better.

Penis massage: Revitalize weak erections

A penis massage benefits a man beyond sexual pleasure and arousal. It has various medically approved benefits that are excellent for genital and overall health.

A regular penis massage with the oil helps open the blood vessels and improves blood circulation in the area.

Erectile dysfunction (ED) occurs when someone who has a penis can’t have or maintain an erection.

The condition is more common in people who:

• are older
• have health conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure
• have had an injury to the spinal cord, penis, or pelvis
• take medication like anti-depressants or blood pressure medications
• have anxiety or stress
• are overweight
• smoke

 Physical causes may relate to:

• hormonal factors
• blood supply
• problems with the nervous system
• other factors

Healthy lifestyle habits that may help you manage ED include:

• getting regular exercise
• eating a varied and nutritious diet
• maintaining a healthy weight
• limiting alcohol consumption and avoiding tobacco use
• sharing intimate times with a partner that do not involve sex

 Combining exercise with a healthy, balanced diet will help you maintain your overall health and well-being. This can also contribute to a healthy sex life. Low sex drive indicates that you are not at your best physically and mentally.

Testicle massage strengthens your erection:

Massaging your testicle will help you to produce more testosterone. It helps to strengthen erection, increase semen fluid and increases your sexual energy. Massage right beneath the testicles, on the perineum. One can also use the knuckles of the closed fist to massage for the sensory feel.

The testicles are responsible for producing sperm and testosterone. They can move independently in the scrotum, which is important to note when you’re giving a testicle massage, because each testicle is connected via spermatic cord. You can also manipulate the scrotum, which is quite stretchy, by tugging or nibbling on it during your scrotum massage.

How to Massage the Penis with Oil?

The best way to perform a penis massage on your partner is by using an oil. Here are some simple steps to do it right, using penis massage motions to your advantage for better genital health!

Step 1: Wake up the area

Firstly, gently massage the penis oil on the pelvic region. But which oil should you use? Coconut oil and cacao oil are considered excellent massage oils. If your partner has trouble pulling back his foreskin, a penis massage helps with tight foreskin among men. This condition is medically referred to as Phimosis.

Step 2: Work It Up

Secondly, begin working on the penis region gradually. Make sure to wrap both your hands around the penis, use your thumbs and fingers, and gently apply pressure to the area. Then stretch the penis with a gentle pull, but make sure it is not too hard. These movements help to relieve the tension of the area.

Step 3: Scrotum Massage

Thirdly, begin to move downwards towards the scrotum. Gently stretch it away from the penis. This will provide immense pleasure.

Step 4: Start slowly

Start the massage by focusing on the peripheral areas, such as the:

• lower abdomen
• upper thighs
• inner thighs

Move your hands slowly and intentionally across the skin, setting the stage for a sensual experience.

How to do penis massage?

Here is a simple way of doing jelqing exercises. 

• Place your both hands around the base of the penis
• Slowly move your hands from the base to the tip of your penis.
• You can reduce a little pressure if it is painful
• Loosen your hands at the tip of the penis
• You can do this once per day for around 20 minutes.
• Ideally, it should take around 3-5 secs to reach from the base to the tip of your penis
• Using a good lube while doing jelqing is recommended to prevent chafing or skin irritation

Alternatively, you even stretch and use fingers instead of hands. Here is how you can do stretching.

• Place your thumb and index finger at the base of your penis
• Slowly start moving your fingers from the base of the penis to the tip of the penis 
• Do it for 20 minutes. (Make sure you do not masturbate). 
• If there is an erection, let the penis relax and continue after 5 minutes.
• Repeat this exercise for at least 20 minutes every day. 
• Use a lube if necessary to prevent chafing and skin irritation.

 Benefits of penis massage

 There are many benefits of penis massage. Some of them are in the list below

• Treats erectile dysfunction
• Improve sexual stamina
• Increase sexual pleasure during intercourse
• Heightens sensitivity
• Relieves stress
• Increases blood circulation in penile tissues
• Strengthens penile muscles
• Also used for treating premature ejaculation 
• Increases testosterone levels if done to testicles

 A Holistic Treatment Option

Massaging is a holistic and non-invasive treatment. It does not require the use of any type of medication to work, which is why many people who do not have access to other types of treatments may consider this treatment option. Used for years in the Middle East, it is now becoming more well known around the world. There is some evidence that it can work well for some men. For others, it may not provide any real improvement.

MULTIGRAIN FLOUR FOR HEALTH & VITALITY

 Multigrain flour has become a mainstay in our house. Made with a blend of our favorite grains and seeds, it’s a healthy base for baking all of our favorite breads at home! Studies have proven that multigrain flour is great for the human digestive system. Nutritious, wholesome, and loaded with fibers, multigrain is just what your digestive system needs for better metabolism.

ADVANTAGES OF MAKING YOUR OWN MULTIGRAIN FLOUR:

·         Knowing exactly what goes in.

·         Being able to adjust the types and ratios of grains for just the right flavor and texture.

·         Being able to determine whether you want to use organic options or grains with / without husks, etc. 

·         It’s always fresh! You can grind only what you can use in a short period of time for a few batches of bread. 

WHAT GOES INTO A MULTIGRAIN FLOUR MIX?

Multigrain flour is typically made with at least two whole grains, but usually consists of 7 or more, including barley, wheat, oats, brown rice, and even seeds. Commonly used seeds include flaxseed, quinoa, and buckwheat. 

We pick a handful of whole grains, and mix in some store-bought whole grain flours like buckwheat flour, cornmeal, and whole wheat flour to round out the flavor. 

Ingredients

Although you can take the ingredients as per your preference, here are the most commonly consumed and preferred ingredients for multigrain atta-

·         Ragi

·         Oats

·         Whole Wheat

·         Soya bean

·         Bajra

·         Jowar

 Here’s the proportion we used to prepare homemade Multi Grain Atta , which is totally adulteration free & healthy on a whole.

1.            Whole Wheat – 8 kg

2.            Oats – 500 grams

3.            Maize (Corn) – 500 grams

4.            Ragi (Finger Millet) – 250 grams

5.            Chana Dal (Chickpea) – 500 grams

6.            Soya Bean – 250 grams

7.            Methi 50gm

8.            Foxnuts (Phool makhana) 100grams.

Instructions

1.     Time to grind: 30 minutes.

2.     Quantity produced: 10kg

3.     Clean and wash all the grains with water and let them dry for a day.

4.     Grid the grains after drying in the atta chakki (at home or outside)

5.     Your flour is ready for making roti.

Calories 351 14%	Fat 3.2 g 4.9%	Saturated 0.5 g 2.5%	Carbs 71 23%	Protein 15 g	Fiber 10 g 40%
Sugar 1.5 g	Sodium 6.7 mg 0.3%

First, clean the grains and millets. Make sure there are no stones or sticks. After this, roast all the ingredients (except wheat and oats) until they turn golden brown. Keep roasting and make sure you don’t burn them. Once you have roasted the grains, allow them to cool at room temperature. Once the grains are at room temperature, take the ingredients to a flour mill, and get them ground. Store the flour in an airtight container in a cool and dry place. Your multigrain flour is ready.

Wheat Flour (approximately 50% to 75% of total)

Ragi which is high in calcium. An excellent ingredient in winters.

Jowar which is high in iron and fiber.

Bajra that is loaded with fiber.

Buckwheat flour that is loaded with rutin which is excellent for blood pressure management.                                

Oats

Chana Dal

Soya Bean

Fenugreek Seeds