Category: Healthy Living

Stretch marks are a major beauty concern for women in different phases of life. However, women who have recently undergone childbirth are more prone to getting stretch marks. Skin specialists in London offer various treatments for stretch mark removal London. It has been found that nearly 75 percent of pregnant women get stretch marks in different parts of the body.  In such condition, stretch marks may occur in the abdominal region, legs, hips and other body areas affected by pregnancy weight gain. How Do Stretch Marks Occur? Stretch marks develop as a result of slight tearing in the skin-supporting layers. Initially, the marks appear as red or purple lines. Over the time, these fade down to whitish streaks. Other factors that determine a person’s likelihood of getting stretch marks include genetic susceptibility, use of corticosteroids and strenuous bodybuilding practices. Stretch Mark Removal Treatments Various kinds of treatments are rendered by dermatologists for lightening and erasing the stretch marks. The treatments work to minimize the appearance of the stretch marks. Basically, the treatments stimulate the production of collagen that makes the treated skin appear soft and smooth in texture. Laser Stretch Mark Removal This is considered as one of the revolutionary methods […]

Very often we become across people with problems of the eyelids. They suffer from bagginess in the lower eyelid area and excess skin in the upper eyelid area. Such conditions can be cured by Blepharoplasty or Eyelid Surgery. Although it is mainly performed for cosmetic reasons,it is also used for improving the vision of people with sagging upper eyelids which sometimes obstructs the vision. It is not useful in case the patient is suffering from crow’s feet, facial wrinkles or dark circles under the eyes. Eyelid Surgery is carried out on an extensive level in various cities.   When should you consider undergoing a surgery ? As we age, our skin loses elasticity. As a result, we can see various changes in our body-excess skin can collect on the upper and the lower eyelids. This leads to wrinkling and bulging of the upper and lower eyelid area. Very often we can see an extra fold of skin hanging over the upper eyelid. It often causes an obstruction in the vision. Can you opt for the surgery? Sure, if you are in good health and expect realistic results. It is usually required in people who are 35 or above. If the […]

The origin of Vinyasa yoga can be traced back to years. The word “Vinyasa” is translated as the special arrangement of yoga poses. The Vinyasa yoga poses are synchronized with the breath, which makes the transition from one yoga pose to another smooth and steady. Hence, Vinyasa yoga is a dynamic and flowing form of yoga. Ashtanga, Prana Flow, Jivamukti, Power yoga are all forms of traditional Vinyasa yoga style. In these yoga styles, the poses are performed with attention to breath for physical, mental and spiritual benefits. One of the most eulogized qualities of Vinyasa yoga is that it can be crafted uniquely to serve individual requirements. No two Vinyasa classes are ever alike. The variable nature of Vinyasa classes offers you the chance to practice diverse yoga poses in order to develop a more balanced body. Why Practice Vinyasa Yoga Unlike the Ashtanga yoga and Bikram yoga having a fixed number of postures, Vinyasa provides the students with freedom of movements. The dynamic appeal of this yoga style resonates with practitioners from all walks of life. The sequenced yoga poses coordinated with breath culminate into a full-body workout that strengthens and lengthens the muscles to create harmony. Rewards […]

  Which foods will work wonders for your hair? They say that shiny glossy and thick hair mirrors our good health. 1.Vitamin A Vitamin A has a direct influence over the growth of hair. It triggers the production of sebum on the scalp. Sebum is a natural oil which is produced by the scalp. Of course, sebum production will lead to shiny, glossy hair. It keeps the hair well moisturized as it prevents the hair from drying. So opt for carrots, spinach, mango, and milk if you are a strict vegetarian. If you are a non-vegetarian, you can get your share of vitamin A from eggs and liver. Biotin (Vitamin B71) Biotin is the common name of vitamin B71. It is one of the many constituent vitamins of the large vitamin B family. It is known as the wonder vitamin for hair as it assists the production of fatty acids which facilitate hair growth. The daily intake of this vitamin encourages the growth of healthy hair. You might have seen many hair care products advertising the presence of biotin in their products. It should be consumed in your diet as well as externally applied to your scalp. So snack on […]