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Head lice are small wingless insects that are light brown or grey in color and present on the scalp. Head lice are small wingless insects that are light brown or grey in color and present on the scalp. They feed on the blood of the scalp and derive nutrition. Children are more commonly affected by …

Soaking and moisturizing seem to be the simplest and best natural home remedy that works for most people. Cracked heels are a common cosmetic concern. The skin around the heels is drier and thicker than in other areas of the body. It gets worse during the winter months and results in the development of cracked heels. Soaking and moisturizing seem …

Peppermint, tea tree, neem, and cinnamon oils are natural insect repellents. Here are some efficient, safe, and natural ways to kill ants using products that are inexpensive and available at home or found easily in grocery stores: Combining glass cleaner and liquid detergent: A combination of glass cleaner and liquid detergent or dish soap can be sprayed directly on the …

Dark spot treatment Dark spots are caused due to excess production of melanin (the dark-colored pigment present in the skin). Getting rid of dark spots may take time; particularly if the spot is a few shades darker than your skin color, it would take six to 12 months to fade. If the spot lies deep in your skin, fading may …

Skincare tips 15 Natural face skincare tips to make your skin glow. Each of us secretly desires a glowing face. It is not surprising that the market is flooded with cosmetics claiming to make your skin glow. Healthy and glowing skin is not an overnight effect but a result of daily persistent efforts. Here are a few simple lifestyle steps …

Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins and play an important role in body functions. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins and play an important role in body functions. They are needed for vital processes like the cell building and synthesis of hormones and neurotransmitters (brain chemicals). They may also be taken as supplements. There 20 different …

Amino acid foods Amino acids are building blocks of protein. Amino acids are building blocks of protein. The amino acids come together to form proteins. There are 20 types of amino acids overall belonging into three different categories: Essential Nonessential Conditional Out of these 20 amino acids, the body does not produce nine essential amino acids, which we need to …

The labia are two folds of the skin that meet above the vaginal opening. The inner fold (inner lip of the vagina) is known as labia minora, and the outer fold (outer lip of the vagina) is known as labia majora. The labia serve the purpose of covering and protecting the urinary openings, vaginal openings, and clitoris from external trauma.  …

Regularly stretching the back muscles and other supporting structures of the spine help relieve stiffness. Regularly stretching the back muscles and other supporting structures of the spine help relieve stiffness. It reduces tension in the back muscles, improves the range of motion, and helps spine mobility. The following tips should be kept in mind while stretching: Always wear loose and …

The size and shape of areola and nipples vary greatly amongst females. The size and shape of areola and nipples vary greatly amongst females. Women usually have larger areola and nipples than girls who have not yet crossed their puberty. The human areola is mostly circular, but many women have large, oval-shaped areolas. The areola of sexually mature women averages …