Cooking Tips

To get rid of dark circles and puffy eyes: Apply a natural mask once per week by using a simple potato: finely grate 1 potato and apply to the area under your eyes. Leave it on for 15 minutes. Enjoy your potatoes' benefits!

Did you know that along Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, Zinc and Vitamins B6, B12, E and C in particular, can improve symptoms of dry eyes? Now you know!

Coffee stain teeth, and some food may cause stains that are harder to remove. Dark, sticky foods (especially when hot) can deeply penetrate the teeth, making more intense staining, such as: balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, tomato sauce, cranberry sauce and chocolate syrup. Barbecue sauce is one of the worst. Brush immediately after eating these types of foods.

A Saudi Arabian study showed that people who dabbed honey on irritating canker sores had less pain and healed faster than those who used other treatments (such as steroid cream and an over-the-counter paste that forms a protective barrier over the canker sore). The honey's anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties are the reasons why.

You may want to reconsider your daily midday-meal selection. Sandwiches contribute about 30% of the daily sodium limit of 2300 milligrams recommended for most mid-age adults. For those ages 50 and older, they contribute nearly 50%. Studies show that sandwich eaters consumed an average of 300 more calories and 600 more milligrams of sodium than those who munched on other fare.

People with type 2 diabetes who ate a large, nutritious, high-energy breakfast for 3 months, along with an average lunch and small dinner, had significantly lower glucose levels than those who ate 6 smaller meals per day, according to research. Those who ate a larger breakfast also reported better weight loss, less hunger, and a decreased need for insulin.

Your knees may thank you one day. Low-fat or fat-free milk may help you slow the progression of arthritis in the knee.

DRINK PLENTY OF WATER: If there is one thing you can do to keep smelling good, it's to drink water. Truly the elixir of life, water keeps your body running normally. Water dilutes scents that may be a little unpleasant, like garlic, onions and coffee breath.

Women shouldn't eat more than 24 grams or 6 teaspoons of added sugar in 24 hours, while men should top out at 36 grams or 9 teaspoons, according to the American Heart Association. 1 teaspoon/cube equals 4 grams. When you see sugar grams on a label, divide by 4 to get the number of teaspoons. Sugar can be hidden in tons of food, even salad dressing, so it's a great practice to check labels and read ingredients.

YES. Yogurt contains nutrients, enzymes and active cultures that help reduce inflammation and balance the pH of your skin for a healthy skin microbiome.

When you've got aches or pains, fill an old single sock with dry beans or rice and pop it in the microwave for 30 seconds. You'll get an instant and free heating pad.

It may sound too good to be true, but because lemons are antibacterial, they can help treat acne. Just slice a lemon, and squeeze the juice on your face.. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C and citric acid, so they can help brighten and lighten your skin when used over time.

To drop bloat 5 days before a big event, stay away from dairy and whole grains, which can cause delays in the digestive system.

Almond oil and Milk: when mixed together make a very good cleanser for your skin neck. So do not hesitate to apply it daily and help your neck stay young!

Use a tablespoon of raw honey and spread it on your face. Leave it for 5 to 10 minutes. Then use warm water to gently rinse it off. Apply it twice per week & Enjoy the results!

- Rinse between meals - Use a Straw - Avoid sticky foods like ice creams - Avoid acidic foods - Chew sugar-free gums rather than normal ones - drink more water.

Parkinson's disease is the second most common neuron-degenerative disease, right after Alzheimer's. It is caused by death of dopamine-generating neurons in the brain (affecting feelings and behaviors).Studies showed that coffee drinkers have up to a 60% lower risk of getting Parkinson's disease. It is caffeine itself that is causing the effect.

Always buy Healthy Fruits: Buy fruits that are dried, frozen, and canned (in water or 100% juice) as well as fresh. Choose packaged fruits that do not have added sugars.

1- Almonds and Other Nuts. 2- Oatmeal. 3- Protein Powder. 4- Olive Oil. 5- Berries. 6- Eggs. 7- Beans and Legumes. 8- Meats and Fish. 9- Whole Grains. 10- Green Vegetables.

Try to limit yourself to 1 whole egg, and add a few extra egg whites and fresh vegetables when making scrambled eggs or omelets. It's fine to have a few additional egg whites during the week.

1. High-fiber foods (cereals and oatmeal) 2. Fish and omega 3 fatty acids (canola oil) 3. Walnuts and almonds 4. Olive oil 5. Foods with added plant sterols (orange juices and yogurt).

Blueberries help fighting cellular aging much more then raspberries and strawberries, because it contains higher levels of antioxidants.

Did you know that in order to cure hiccups, you have to keep sucking on a small piece of ginger?

It is better to avoid cold water when taking your medicine because the tablets may not dissolve properly; thus making their chemical reaction slow.