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US Farms, Inc. (OTCBB: USFI), a diversified commercial Farming and Nursery company, today announced that it will exhibit in Booth # 518 at the 20th Annual Money Show in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 12-15, 2008 at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. During the event, U.S. Farms, Inc. will distribute one thousand free Aloe Vera plants to investors that visit the booth. These plants can be re-potted and grown to their full maturity. In addition to Aloe Vera bulk leaf, produce and potted plant sales, U.S. Farms is engaged in the Farming and Brokerage of Asparagus, Tomatoes and Garlic in North America and Canada along with its current Nursery business activities.

"The healing properties of Aloe Vera are widely known and consumer demand for all-natural skin care treatments and therapies is on the rise. We sell Aloe Vera by the ton to nutraceutical and cosmetic companies for use in dietary supplements, moisturizers, gels and other personal care products. We are seeing a surge of new and continued demand for Aloe Vera for use in the functional beverage and food industry," stated Yan K. Skwara, CEO of U.S. Farms, Inc. "Going forward, U.S. Farms, Inc. will continue to focus on expanding our existing Aloe Vera business, which generates margins between the ranges of 30% to upwards of 200% depending on the type of Aloe based product. Currently, our Aloe Farm, which includes over 250,000 full grown Aloe Vera mother plants on 70 acres of Farm land, is situated in Imperial Valley, Ca in Southern California where all our Farming operations are based and managed. These mother Aloe plants are producing in the range of four million plus baby Aloe Pups per year which translates to new inventory of Bulk Aloe, potted Aloe plants and Aloe produce.

Focused on bringing together world-class investment professionals and over 200 exhibitors, the Money Show expects to draw as many as 12,000 attendees. For more information on the Show, including free registration, visit http://www.lasvegasmoneyshow.com.

About US Farms, Inc.

US Farms, Inc. is a diversified commercial Farming and Nursery company. The company grows, markets and distributes horticultural products through a number of wholly owned subsidiaries. The horticultural products are sold through supermarkets, home centers, retail merchandisers, garden centers, re-wholesalers, and landscapers throughout the United States and Canada. Through internal growth and strategic acquisitions the company is expanding its market share in its nursery and specialty produce businesses. Currently the company has subsidiaries, which provide a full range of products including Aloe Vera, Cactus, Succulents, Jade, Rare and Exotic Palm Trees and Cycads along with Produce products that include Aloe Vera, Asparagus, Tomatoes and Garlic.

For more information on US Farms, Inc., please visit http://www.usfarmsinc.com. US Farms, Inc. is publicly traded on the over-the-counter market under the ticker symbol USFI.

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You just spent a chunk of money on some Hoodia Gordonii, the latest diet craze and you have this nagging thought that your Hoodia Gordonii may be fake. How is a guy off the streets going to know if it is legimate or not? Not everyone has a chemical lab in their basement.

There are a few ways to tell if the product you just purchased is authenticate or not. First, the bottle needs to say that the Hoodia inside is 100% pure Hoodia Gordonii. The bottle will be accompanied with a CITES certificate that authenticates the country of origin as being South Africa.

So far so good. There will also be a lab report from a third party laboratory that will have examined the product for purity. A Lot number on the report will need to correspond to the one on the bottle.

Therefore, do not accept any bottles that list fillers, additives or bulk materials. This is an indication that you have not gotten what you paid for. Examine the certificates to be sure they are clear and legible. Anything else is a forgery or a fake.

Another thing to check is the company itself. If you can not verify the company as legitimate, why would you expect the product to be anything but fake.

Again, most of the fake or non-performing hoodia is those that are not 100% pure. This is a must. While there may be hoodia in those with fillers, the amount that is present will not be enough to suppress your hunger, and you will end up claiming hoodia does not work, when it was only you being scammed. The correct dosage for hoodia has not been firmly determined, each person will need to experiment a bit to find the dosage that works the best for them. With fillers, one will never know how much to take. Take 800 mg with filler, does not work well, do you go for 1000mg? 1500mg? At this point it is not known. Is there a limit that one should stop at? Avoid those products that use fillers so you get the results you paid for, and for possible safety reasons.


Another dead give away is the hoodia patch, hoodia tea, hoodia gum or hoodia shake. Purity, always look for the 100% pure Hoodia Gordonii. And a thirty day supply for $29.95. Hoodia Gordonii is not cheap, so don't think you are getting the real mccoy if it is being sold cheap. The demand for the herb and the fact it takes five or six years for the plant to mature keeps the price high.
Source: Los Angeles Chronicle

So you´re going bald. Maybe you are even already bald. Well, there´s millions things you can do. You can elect for surgery, take the medications, and use the laser hair therapy. You´ve even tried lemon juice and an assortment of other natural cure-alls. Well, have you tried Aloe Vera? It´s natural and proven to help with hair loss and hair rejuvenation.

Many people use Aloe Vera for thicker and healthier hair. It works. You can apply it to any part of the scalp and it can promote hair re-growth or prevent hair from falling out. Aloe contains anti-inflammatory which help stop hair loss. There are a lot of people out there that just don´t believe such a cheap and easy to use product can prevent hair loss. Native Americans have been using this product for centuries and you very rarely see a Native American that is bald or that has a bad head of hair. They are known for their full and shiny heads of hair.

Large amounts of money are spent on hair rejuvenation products with no results or some nasty side effects. People just don´t believe such an affordable thing you can buy at the super market can re-grow hair or prevent you from losing it in the first place.

Aloe Vera is found in many shampoos and conditioners. It can be rubbed in and left for a bit of time and rinsed out and it will help make your hair healthier and keep those wonderful follicles producing hair.

It can be used to lose stress as well. It helps the blood flow to the hair. You may already be using it in your brand named shampoo or conditioner and just don´t know it. This herb is a wonderful thing that can keep you from buying wigs or doing that super comb over we all love to look at.


An Aloe Vera gel containing coconut milk with a small amount of wheat germ oil used as a shampoo can promote healthy hair and hair growth and maintenance. Aloe Vera conditioners contain the right amount of natural herbs and oils and with proper use help out your hair so much it is indescribable. Each one is pH balanced, prepared without alcohol, and petroleum based ingredients. Aloe Vera jojoba helps you to have healthier and shinier hair.

I hope you got as much out of reading this article as I got out of writing it. It is obvious that Aloe Vera products are good, not only for the person losing hair, but even for the person that just wants to have a nice, healthy and shiny head of hair. It is such an affordable and simple solution there´s no reason you shouldn´t go out and grab some right now. There´s no reason not to try other solutions, but Aloe Vera can definitely help, even if you´re not going bald.
Source: Los Angeles Chronicle

Investigadores de la Universidad de Zaragoza han desarrollado ropa inteligente que, además de cubrir la piel, la protege y la hidrata con aloe vera. Lo han hecho junto a la empresa zaragozana Nurel, que hace hilo textil, que ya suministra este material a grandes firmas de ropa de España, Francia y Alemania.

Las prendas se hacen con hilo que lleva incorporadas microcápsulas que van liberando progresivamente el aloe vera y que han sido diseñadas por técnicos del Instituto de Nanociencia de Aragón y el departamento de Ingeniería Química, ambos de la Universidad.

«Es un sistema único. Hay otros productos parecidos, pero duran mucho menos», asegura Miguel Ángel Caballero, director de I+D de Nurel. Las cápsulas desarrolladas por la Universidad resisten hasta cien lavados, siempre que estos se hagan a 30 grados de temperatura y usando jabón neutro.

La idea surgió hace cinco años y ya se pueden comprar prendas íntimas masculinas y femeninas con aloe vera y, en algunos productos, con vitamina E.

«Se puede aplicar a todo, pero es más útil en las que están en contacto con la piel», explica Carlos Téllez, del Instituto de Nanociencia de Aragón.

El aloe vera tiene propiedades hidratantes, evita irritaciones y elimina las rojeces. Las usuarias, según un estudio elaborado en Francia, consiguen aumentar un 14% la hidratación de su piel tras ocho horas de uso de estas prendas, y un 27% si las llevan puestas una semana.

«Ahora estamos trabajando con una firma de Nueva York para hacer prendas con productos anticelulíticos y reafirmantes», explica Miguel Ángel Caballero.

Fuente:20minutos.es

La compañía de tejidos elásticos Dogi ha proporcionado el tejido para la primera colección de ropa interior para embarazadas de Prénatal con aloe vera incorporada, que ya está en el mercado, informó hoy la empresa catalana.

Estas prendas incorporan las cualidades de regeneración e hidratación de la piel de este extracto vegetal, gracias a la tecnología de microencapsulación desarrollada y patentada mundialmente por Nurel, que reparte de forma homogénea el aloe vera por el interior y el exterior del hilo.

Cuando la prenda entra en contacto con el cuerpo, las microcápsulas liberan de forma gradual y controlada aloe vera en un tejido elástico desarrollado por Dogi y que se adapta al cuerpo de la embarazada.

Fuente: Terra

There might be the case when you ask your friends on how to get rid of scars. Let´s know what this article exactly talks about and what the scars are? When there is an injury, our skin automatically produces more cells in order to re-grow the injured skin. This tissue is known as scars. These scars are easily visible because the cells that grow in making up the scars are of lesser quality than the original cells. They are less resistant to UV radiation and are not able to grow any hair since they have no follicles.

When we look for the questions likes ´how can I get rid of my scars´ or ´how can I remove my scars´, we should be well familiar with the fact that scars can never be completely healed. There are a number of medical and cosmetic methods to cover up scars, but none of them can claim to remove them completely.

There are many natural and herbal treatments to remove scars. These herbal methods are safe, simple and cost effective. These methods are generally simple home treatments, and they have no harmful effects. You can try these methods before going in for complicated surgical procedures.

Herbal remedies to remove scars

There are several natural and herbal remedies to prevent and treat scars by opening the kitchen cabinet. These herbal methods are inexpensive and safe to use.

- Cucumber - The cucumber is very helpful in the removal of scar tissues. Prepare a paste of cucumber and apply directly onto the scars. This will help the scars to smoothen out after a few applications left overnight.


- Indian Gooseberry - The Indian gooseberry (amalaki) is very beneficial in the prevention of scars after healing. Gooseberry is a good source of vitamin C, which is very essential for cementing the open wounds.

- Garlic - Cut a clove of garlic into half and rub it on the acne scars. This helps to treat the acne without leaving a scar behind later on.

- Aloe Vera - Aloe Vera is also an effective herbal remedy for the treatment of residual scars. Its juice acts as natural bleach. When applied directly onto the scars it helps the scar to slowly reduce and vanish.

Nick Mutt writes on natural health and has published many ebooks on herbal and home remedies. He is one of the popular authors on natural health topics. To remove and prevent scars read more Home remedies for scars at Natural Cures guide – a health guide to make you and your family live better, fit and healthy.
Source:Los Angeles Chronicle

You can control your appetite by taking natural appetite suppressants, and this is a big step to take. Gaining control over your appetite can help you lose weight.

There are three options available to you when it comes to natural appetite suppressants: whole foods, supplements or a combo of these two. The advantage of the whole foods is their price and the nutritional value that they bring. Pick whatever works well in your case. These are some of the natural appetite suppressants that you can use:

Supplements as Natural Appetite Suppressants

Hoodia Gordonii

Hoodia Gordonii is found in the Kalahari Desert and it´s a plant similar with a cactus. The natives of South Africa used it for hundreds of years to suppress appetite. They eat it in small pieces before they go hunting, so they don´t need to eat for hours.

Hoodia Gordonii as a plant can´t be found, but you can find hoodia pills to use for diets.

Buying hoodia supplements should be a careful task, as many contain only very little of it. But if they do contain enough of the authentic stuff they are usually expensive. If you want pills to last you a month, this kind of quality can cost $60 for a quantity that lasts you for a month.

Whey Protein

Whey protein is a natural appetite suppressant, used in diets for years now. Because muscle can burn fat, you can use the protein powder to grow muscle. This powder comes in a wide variety of flavors, it´s cheap and easy to use. Either as a smoothie, a shake or any food recipe, it is easy to consume and enjoy.

Whole Foods as Natural Appetite Suppressants

Water

The cheapest option of all, water is a natural appetite suppressant. Just drink a lot of water daily and you appetite will slow down. Sometimes hunger is mistaken as thirst, so take a glass of water and you can keep the appetite at bay. A good strategy is drinking an 8 ounce glass before each meal and you will see what a huge difference it makes in the quantity of food you eat.


Green Leafy Vegetables

Spinach, lettuce, cabbage and others are very good natural appetite suppressants. With a very low calorie count and plenty of fibers, they are also negative calorie products, which means that your body consumes more calories while digesting them then they give.

Pickles

Yes, pickles can be very good, but not if bought from commerce. Those from commerce have sugar and artificial colors, so buy organic pickles from the health food sections or stores. With just a few calories each, these natural pickles have about 100 calories for an entire jar of them. Eat as many as you want each day as they are appetite suppressants and powerful ones.

Apples

Another good natural appetite suppressant is the apple. They have around 100 calories, contain a lot of fiber and not that many carbs. Use them as snacks and eat them instead of potato chips or candy bars.

You read here some of the best places to find natural appetite suppressants. Control the hunger and don´t overeat with these foods. It will be easier to lose weight.
Source: Los Angeles Chronicle

If you are overweight there is a good chance you are producing way too much insulin after meals. Insulin is a hormone that is secreted by your pancreas every time that you eat.Insulin is a drug that has the power to make you attractive and lean, or overweight and flabby, because it really does have that power.There are lots of drugs that doctors can prescribe for weight loss, and less powerful ones that weight loss clinics can give you such as the popular hoodia.However, you don't need them because right inside your own body you have something far more powerful than these weight loss drugs, and that is "hormones". If you learn to control them, they are far more powerful than you could imagine.Basically, if you want to force your body to burn fat you have to make sure that your body releases the lowest amount of insulin possible after each meal. Insulin is called "the fat storing hormone" because the more insulin that enters your bloodstream after a meal, the more fat tissue will be stored as a result of that particular meal.The reverse is also true, which means if you keep your insulin levels low, you will be burning fat tissue like you never dreamed possible.One way to keep your insulin levels low is to eat just a small amount of "monounsaturated fat" before meals. It is found in many different foods, but we recommend that you start eating a little bit of natural peanut butter with every meal.
You see, when you eat this type of unsaturated fat it significantly slows up the absorption of carbohydrates which has the same effect as eating fiber.In simple english, it is good for you (if eaten in small portions with each meal) because it will keep your insulin levels lower just the same as eating fiber will keep your insulin levels lower, and lower insulin levels mean less fat will be stored on your body.So how much natural peanut butter do you need to have? About 1 teaspoon at every meal. There is a professional body builder who eats a teaspoon of natural peanut butter with every meal and he has only 3.8% body fat.Fat Loss 4 Idiots is the #1 weight loss diet available online that enables you to lose up to 9 pounds every 11 days, plus you are provided with additional tools to help you succeed including an online diet generator.
Source:American Chronicle

Common rashes are often called dermatitis, meaning inflammation of the skin; they involve changes in the color or texture of the skin including skin redness or inflammation. Common rashes are also known as skin lesions, Rubor and Erythema.

Skin reactions are more common today due to many new fabrics in use. Some of the body rashes affect the whole body (termed as a generalized), where as others appear on discrete areas of the skin. Skin rashes can be self limiting or require medications. Babies often develop skin rashes because of irritation from the coloring materials in these fabrics. Skin or the body rash is a common term that describes a group of special spots, an area of inflammation or altered color or texture of the skin. Skin rashes might be associated with various other symptoms such as itching, tingling, burning, pain, inflammation and sometimes, surprisingly with no discomfort at all. Belladonna remedy is useful for conditions with sudden onset that are hot, bright red, and throbbing. Rash may be accompanied by fever.

Oatmeal bath is preferred

Applying olive oil to the rash could provide some relief.

Aloe Vera gel, cod liver oil and Vitamin E oil are also helpful in combating body rash.

Using baking powder on the affected area is another suggestion to deal with body and back rash.

Aloe Vera: Widely known for treating burns and sunburns, aloe vera also helps in healing wounds and minor skin irritations such as itchiness and rashes. This plant produces anti inflammatory, anti bacterial, and anti fungal properties. It also contains folic acid, zinc, and vitamins C and E.

Chamomile Essential Oil: Has anti inflammatory (anti-microbial) properties that soothes and eliminates an itchy skin rash and irritations. Chamomile is also used in treating eczema, psoriasis, and sunburn. Please be aware, people who are normally allergic to grass and ragweed may acquire an allergic reaction to chamomile.
Witch hazel: Acts as an astringent that relieves itching and minor skin inflammation. Also used for treating sunburns. For maximum benefit, use fresh witch hazel bark. Simmer one ounce of the bark with one pint of water and leave for ten minutes. Strain and cool. Apply with a clean cloth and leave it on for about thirty minutes.

There are natural alternatives to cortisone cream treatment for rashes. For example Eczema is often treated with cortisone cream to combat the itching. There is, unfortunately, no known cure for Eczema, but natural medicines can help reduce the symptoms of Eczema without the harmful side effects associated with cortisones and other pharmaceutical medications.

There are many treatment of skin Rashes. Cortisone is often used to decrease local inflammation, swelling, burning and itching often associated with common rashes. Many natural remedy creams that provide instant and long-term relief rashes. The best home remedy for body rashes is to apply olive oil on the rash affected area. Belladonna remedy is useful for conditions with sudden onset that are hot, bright red, and throbbing. Rash may be accompanied by fever. Ledum palustre remedy is indicated for a puffy and swollen rash. Both the swelling and the itching are relieved by cold applications.

Itch relief is important, because scratching can itself irritate the skin and lead to more itching, creating an itching-scratching-itching cycle. Fingernails should be kept short to minimize abrasions from scratching. Applying eucalyptus oil on the skin can be helpful or take a cotton ball or Q-Tip and apply Tea Tree Oil full strength to area that is itching.

Source: Los Angeles Chronicle

Wouldn´t you love to know a product that is an appetite suppressant, while being natural? No more visits to the fridge during the night and no more craving for food. Now, let´s take a look at a number of appetite suppressants and see if they are safe.

For a good period of time, amphetamine was considered a good appetite suppressant, but it was banned in the 50´s because people were using it as a recreational drug. Also, plenty of concerns were on the fact that ephedrine had some side effects, so it was banned by the FDA from being used in dietary supplements. Still, there are plenty of compounds that are sold as appetite suppressants even today.

The five problems that appetite suppressants have include stomach problems, side effects, loss of nutrients, low caloric intake and energy loss. Common components in appetite suppressants include ephedra and caffeine. Ephedra acts like a drug when used in the combinations that can be found in appetite suppressants. A possible side effect that is good is the appetite loss, but there are others not so desired. These undesired side effects include nervousness, high blood pressure, insomnia, higher heart rate and irritability.

These are some products that can be taken as herbal appetite suppressants:

1. Synephrine doesn´t have the side effects of Ephedra, but it has the same advantages.

2. The majority of doctors like using White willow instead of synthetic aspirin, as it has a lower number of side effects.

3. Yerba mate stimulates in the same way as coffee, while its effect lasts longer, without the side effects. It is also responsible for these positive effects: natural diuretic, relieving of constipation, enhancing the immune system, lowering the blood pressure and an appetite suppressant.

4. Chromium, added to someone´s diet can also have good effects: lowering of the blood sugar, appetite suppressant and decreasing body fat.

5. Right now, Hoodia is not known to have side effects. It comes from Hoodia Gordonii, a cactus used by people from the Kalahari Desert to help them with the hunger when they hunted for long periods of time. It´s not considered a drug as it was used as nutritional substance for a long time.
Source: Los Angeles Chronicle

Q: What do you think of VEMMA, the latest craze in supplement drinks?

A: VEMMA stands for vitamins, essential minerals, mangosteen and aloe, and it comes as two liquid drinks to be mixed together and consumed daily instead of taking more conventional vitamin/mineral supplements.

Mangosteen, one of the highly touted components, is a tropical fruit prized for its delicate taste. It is sometimes called the "queen of fruits" and has been described as the most delicious fruit in the world.
Mangosteen trees are native to Malaysia but grow elsewhere in the tropics, mostly in India, Thailand, Vietnam and other parts of Southeast Asia. The fruit must ripen on the tree and doesn't keep very well.

You should know, however, that mangosteen does not have a reputation in its native country as a health food, just as a tasty fruit. VEMMA and most mangosteen products sold in the United States include the inedible purple rind, as well as its fruit, both of which are marketed as sources of antioxidant pigments.

VEMMA also contains green tea and aloe. Green tea has well-established health effects that you can get by drinking a few cups a day, and aloe, a succulent plant from Africa, contains a clear gel that is a great home remedy for burns, sunburn and skin irritation.

Aloe vera juice is sold in health food stores to help heal ulcers and other irritations of the gastrointestinal tract. Although it works well for some, I generally do not recommend it for this purpose. In high doses, it is an irritant laxative.

VEMMA comes with a marked shot glass -- you're supposed to combine liquids from each bottle and drink this preset amount of the mixture daily. One pack of two bottles costs $60 and would last you only a month if you drank a shot daily. That's a lot of money to pay for what is essentially the same stuff you can find in any good-quality multivitamin/mineral that would cost you far less.

I also object to the fact that VEMMA is sold exclusively through aggressive multi-level marketing -- that is, you can buy it only through distributors who make money not only through their own sales, but also those of the people they recruit. I'm sorry, but I am prejudiced against multi-level schemes of all sorts.

My advice: Save your money, and have a few cups of green tea.

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Q: I have recently begun trying to do a weekly partial fast for spiritual and physical reasons. How long should a fast be in order for the digestive system to reap the benefits?

A: I'm not sure what you mean by "partial fast," but I can tell you that your digestive system will benefit from even one day of a total fast (when you consume only water or herbal tea)

At one time, I experimented with fasting one day a week as a useful physical and psychological discipline. Many people experience a clearer mental state and increased energy after a short-term fast.

I no longer do weekly fasts, but occasionally I devote a day to drinking only fresh juice and water to give my digestive system a rest. Restricting your food intake frees up energy that your digestive organs (the bulkiest in the body) would otherwise consume. Unlike a water fast, a juice "diet" is unlikely to cause such side effects as light-headedness, fatigue or headaches.
On a juice fast, you drink only juice from fresh, organically grown fruits and vegetables. Drink at least four eight- to 12-ounce glasses of juice plus plenty of pure water (at least four eight-ounce glasses per day) and, if you like, unsweetened herb tea.

I recommend preparing the juice yourself. This is easiest if you invest in a juicing machine. Drink homemade juice within an hour after making it -- otherwise its nutritional value will deteriorate.

If you can't make juice yourself, buy natural juices that don't contain added sugar.
To keep yourself regular while on a juice fast, take powdered psyllium. Mix a tablespoon in a big glass of water, drink it all, and then drink a glass of pure water. When the time comes to break your fast, be sure to eat lightly and slowly -- some whole fruit, perhaps. A heavy, rich meal to celebrate the end of your fast is likely to make you sick.

You can safely do a juice fast for one to three days. I suggest consulting your health care practitioner first. And definitely do not fast if you're diabetic, pregnant or nursing.

Also, especially when starting out, be sure to fast during times when you know your activity will not be as strenuous as usual.

The views expressed in this column are the author's. Readers are advised always to consult their doctor for specific information on personal health matters. The naming of any product or therapy in this column does not represent an endorsement by The Vancouver Sun.

Ask Dr. Weil does not provide specific medical advice and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other health care professional. You should always consult your physician to discuss specific symptoms and conditions.

Readers who wish to ask Dr. Weil a question may do so by visiting his website, www.drweil.com, and clicking "Ask Dr. Weil" and then "Ask Your Question." Because Dr. Weil receives so many questions, it is impossible for him to personally respond to every query.

Source:The Vancouver Sun

Use of herbs to treat ailments of human body has been in practice since eternity. Even the unprecedented rise of the pharmaceutical industry in modern times that today boasts of having an answer to almost every ailment, can’t do without herbs.

If one has to walk on the success trail of ‘pharma’ industry, it will end at one or the other herb. Herbs are an essential part of our ecological system and add beauty to the ‘Planet Earth’. Being gracious and subservient, towards environment, makes man’s journey of existence smooth, more rewarding, and devoid of infirmity.
Herbs not only act as deterrents for ailments, but also give unexpected results as tonics, for the immune system. Almost everybody has seen the magic of the tiny mint leaf, which cures stomach pain within minutes.

Generally people prefer allopathic drugs to the herbal options just because they need results fast. And herbs do take time, before one can feel the results. But the cure through herbs is much better. ‘Slow and steady wins the race’—this holds true to the herbal medicines, as they take time to give results that also take time to fade.

One of the best herbal products available is ‘Aloe Vera’—the dried juice collected by incision from the bases of Aloe leaves. The dried Aloe juice is chocolate brown in colour, opaque in nature, and bitter in taste. Ayurveda calls it Ghrit Kumari.

Ayurveda knows 200 species of Aloe Vera. Ayurvedic physicians describe it as a bitter, pungent, hepato-regulator that’s good for digestion. Its value lies in its ability to reconstruct damaged tissues. It is laxative, protective to infectious diseases, promotes flow of urine, and purifies the blood. Chemically, it consists of Aloin (glycosides), steroids, minerals, vitamins and many more compounds. Its prostaglandin inhibitor effect justifies the use as anti-inflammatory and analgesic herb.

Aloe Vera is used in a wide range of reputed cosmetic products. One that instantly comes to the mind is ‘Head-n-Shoulders’ shampoo, which lists ‘Aloe Vera’ as on of its important ingredients. Aloe Vera is also the finest face pack, lustrous cream for every type of skin and excellent medicinal herb for ‘acne’ problems.

Following tips may prove vital for a healthy skin, in today’s beauty conscious times:

1. Aloe Vera helps in healthy growth of outermost layer of the skin and acts as a moisturiser. So, add cucumber with Aloe juice or pulp for moisturising your skin. It works as anti-wrinkle cream, leaving behind a glowing skin. It improves elasticity of skin and removes dryness.

2. It maintains fairness and also act as a sunscreen lotion

3. For acne, a mixture of Aloe gel and turmeric powder can be used as a face pack is used. Carrot juice should also be taken orally to cure acne problem.

4. It also maintains texture of hair strands and has properties to fight dandruff. Apply leaf pulp on scalp for an hour before hair wash. Its weekly use would bring dandruff under control.

5. Ointment prepared by mixing Aloe-gel, bee wax and olive oil or coconut oil is good remedy for skin burns, thermal burns, radiation burns, abrasions and skin irritations.

6. Aloe gel mixed with milk can be taken internally to cure radiation burns in the intestines.
7. Tender leaves mixed with powder of cumin seeds and sugar candy are an excellent remedy in loose motions characterised by blood in stool.

8. Juice of leaves mixed with a little opium, if applied to the forehead relieves headache.

9. Leaf juice mixed with sesame oil and boiled, makes a fine hair oil useful in curing sleeplessness.

Female’s Corner

Gel from leaves that is yellow-coloured viscous juice is used for treatment of gynaecological problem and menstrual disorders. It regulates menstruation, reduces premenstrual tension, painful menses and help women in menopausal period.

It will reduce generalised pain and fatigue and increases amount and flow of menses. One tablespoon of pulp of Aloe leaves is to be taken daily for a week, before the expected date of menstruation. This should be stopped once the periods start. Repeat for 4-5 months. Results would be overwhelming.

Contradiction

Chemically there are strong purgatives found in ‘Aloe Vera’, so pregnant women are advised not to use it.

So, aware of its magic, are you ready to grow ‘Aloe Vera’ in your house? Aloe to be grown in the courtyard, should preferably the one that abounds in natural conditions.

Herbs—the unique gifts of the bountiful nature help us condition the beauty of body and activity of the mind in more ways than one.
Source:Life & Stile

Aloe vera is a species of the Aloe plant, which is part of the lily family. This plant is originally from West Africa but is now a common household plant in many countries. Its leaves are fleshy and cactus like. They contain a thin clear gel that people often use to soothe minor skin problems,

First and foremost Aloe Vera is classified as an herbal bitter. The bitter portions of the plant also known as anthraquinones are located just under the outer leaf. So if you drink the Whole Leaf Aloe Vera Juice Concentrate – still containing the bitter yellow sap as nature provides in the plant itself – you will receive this wonderful digestive bitter. Be aware that products that state they remove aloin and aloe emodin are void of the bitter properties from Aloe Vera.

Pure Aloe Vera extract is actually a combination of many different vitamins and minerals. Working together, these vital nutrients help give aloe vera its healing properties. The gel inside the aloe vera plant can be applied directly to the skin or hair, and the juice within can be drank to help flush out built-up toxins from within the stomach and gut. Many people suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome have achieved terrific results when drinking aloe vera juice for approximately three weeks.

Aloe Berry Nectar: To create our Aloe Berry Nectar, we begin with all the goodness of our Aloe Vera Gel, and then add a refreshing twist of apple and cranberry juice concentrates for a flavour your whole family will enjoy! Don't let the great taste fool you, Aloe Berry Nectar is a nutritional powerhouse! Aloe Berry Nectar adds vitamins C and A, as well as potassium and real cranberry juice to all the nutrients of our Aloe Vera Gel. Try it, you'll love it!

Many people have experienced the healing powers of the Aloe Vera plant when applied topically to a cut or burn. Yet the reason it works is not commonly known. Research shows us there are five natural occurring anti-inflammatory agents that exist along with growth factors located in the plant. They work together quickly to relieve pain sensations, reverse scarring and speed healing miraculously! The healing magic of drinking Aloe Vera is also supported through scientific research and ancient writings of traditional use of the plant.


Aloe Vera juice is famed for its ability to clean the liver. It's a gentle cleansing herb which naturally helps to clear inflammatory heat from the body whilst supporting gentle detoxification of the liver. It is used to protect the digestive system, treating common problems such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome, and is renowned for it ability to reduce intestinal inflammation.

Aloe Vera Skin Gel with no water added on the skin twice daily to restore the acid pH needed for healthy skin. Apply the Skin Gel after washing the face and body properly. Aloe Vera is an astringent which closes the pores. Apply a moisturizer after the skin gel to maintain proper protection of the skin and prevent over production of the oil glands. Aloe helps to reverse scarring. Avoid constipation by drinking plenty of water and eating scrubbing vegetables such as carrots and celery or apples.

Aloe Vera is a naturally cooling and nourishing plant renowned for maintaining youthful looks, healthy skin and balanced digestion. It has been used for thousands of years for its healing properties and is one of Ayurveda's most potent cleansing and rejuvenating elixirs. Aloe Vera is an amazing versatile plant - it truly is nature at its finest
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Suntan Hut offers all of the famous brands of sun tan lotion and indoor tanning lotion products at a deep discount. Some of our most popular tanning lotions include the best lotion brands such as: Super, Body Drench.

Healthy skin is the foundation of a successful tan, and a indoor tanning lotion allows you go get that tan without the harmful drying effects of the sun. Skin that is not dry or flaky will hold a tan longer. Use tanning products such as sunless tanning lotions, self tanning creams and lotions, or tanning sprays for that "Instant Cruise tan!"

Some tanning bed lotions are considered tan accelerators or tan maximizes, and contain ingredients that enhance the effects of tyrosine. Still others are considered moisturizers that help your skin recover following tanning sessions. Whichever product you choose, you will be sure to find a great selection of cheap tanning lotions available. Your tanning salon will be able to provide you a wide range of choices or you can visit any number of online stores. If you have purchased a home tanning bed, you will likely be able to purchase cheap tanning lotions directly from your tanning bed manufacturer. These manufactures typically receive a great deal from tanning lotion makers, and will often pass these savings on to you as an incentive to purchase their tanning bed!

Most Popular Tanning Lotions

Supre Cafe Bronzer: This dark tanning maximizer is from Supre, a two-in-one formula combining dark tan maximizers with self-tanning bronzers. Café Bronzer is formulated from a special blend of coffee bean extracts, Vitamin E and C, with

Jan Tana Maximum Tan Accelerator Lotion: In order to a quick, deep dark tan, this Tan Accelerator combines three accelerators to create triple action tanning. It also contains moisturizers, vitamins and collagen to nourish the skin and help prevent premature aging. Originally formulated for indoor use but can be used outdoor with a base tan.


Forman Tanning Lotion: A product from John Abate, this tingling maximizer is created and scented exclusively for men, and users with established base tans. The light tingling and/or subtle sensation or flush, that may be experienced while using the product, indicates an improvement in skin microcirculation and cell oxygenation-essentials to achieving a great tan.

Black Onyx: Manufactured by Power Tan, the Black Onyx is formulated from a combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, ivy and licorice extracts for a reddening effect that helps speed delivery of nutrients to the skin. The oil-free formula also contains Alpha Hydroxy Acids, Pycnogenol, and Aloe Vera to combat aging. Other ingredients include Peppermint, Eucalyptus, and Menthol help cool your body and neutralize body odor.

Lavera Self Tanning Lotion: Formulated from certified organic extracts and essential oils such as organic Jojoba oil, Aloe vera, Rose and Lavender waters, and anti-aging Green tea extract, this tanning lotion contains ingredients such as DHA and Erythrulose, and no harmful artificial ingredients or chemicals.

Pro Tan Sunny Day Self Tanner: This product incorporates ingredients such as aloe vera colloidal gel, soy oil, vitamin A, Vitamin E, cola acuminata and green tea infusion, red trefoil and green tea infusion etc, and is planned to even out, deepen and draw out existing tan.
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HoodiaReview is proud to launch the first website featuring real reviews by real users so dieters can get the actual facts about Hoodia products. As the number of counterfeit Hoodia products on the market increases, this valuable resource protects dieters from being duped into purchasing fake, ineffective and unsafe dietary supplements.

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HoodiaReview is proud to launch the first website featuring real reviews by real users so dieters can get the actual facts about Hoodia products. As the number of counterfeit Hoodia products on the market increases, this valuable resource protects dieters from bcomes from South Africa, where it was used for centuries by the Bushmen to ward off hunger during long hunting trips. The molecule responsible for suppressing hunger was identified as P57 in 1977 by the South African Council for Scientific and Industrial Research. By 1996, a patent for hoodia was issued to the UK pharmaceutical company Phytopharm. Today hoodia gordonii is one of the most powerful, popular weight loss supplements on the market.

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Think about nurturing a houseplant that is also a first-aid caregiver, more than a symbol of nature's healing power, in reality an ER!

When we have an aloe plant within reach of our kitchen stove, we have a burn unit ready to go to work.

Aloe chinensis, also called Aloe vera, is an attractive succulent that is popular as a houseplant for its looks, its sturdy hardiness, and importantly for its utility. For centuries, the aloe has been used to heal burns, cuts and skin disorders, and to enhance beauty.

Aloes are symbolic not only as healers, but as players in the long history of the tropical regions of its origin, from Arabia to South Africa and parts of India. Many of the aloes referred to in ancient documents are different from today's common houseplant aloes, but their properties are similar. Use of the plant's soothing juices is mentioned in the Bible and in descriptions of treating battle wounds of the Roman legions. In Egypt, it is said to have been one of Cleopatra's favorite skin treatments, and is included in descriptions of the process of embalming mummies. One legend has it being used as a preservative in the shroud of Christ.

More than just a symbol, it really does the job. I am a living, blister-free witness to the healing powers of this plant. If (in my case, when) you burn yourself, immediately cut off a section of the plant's fleshy stem and apply it to the burned area. Normally, you will not raise a blister or suffer as much of a burn injury as you would without it.

Easy to cut, the stem will give immediately to the swipe of a knife or scissors. In the center of the stem you will see the gel, which is what you want to rub on your burn. One piece of advice is to cut away the skin and inner layer of the stem which contains a yellowish juice before applying the gel, but you may not have time. I think it is more important to react as quickly as possible, and I never have had an adverse reaction to using the entire cross cut of the stem.

These juices are for external use only, and should not be ingested. They can cause intestinal problems including vomiting and diarrhea, and are poisonous if consumed in large quantities. The plant should be kept out of the reach of young children.

If you act fast to cut off a part of the stem in an emergency, go back later and cut that stem down to the base of the plant to keep the plant's good looks intact.

Today the aloe plant is used extensively in connection with the fast-growing industry of nutritional supplements, natural remedies and cosmetics. They are high in vitamin C, which makes them valuable for use in sunburn treatments. There is the usual debate between the advocates of the natural juices, straight out of the plant, and the packaged products containing aloe. It is freeze dried, its gel is extracted, it is combined with countless other compounds to sell hand lotions, shampoos, sunblocks, tanning lotions, products to reduce wrinkles, and on and on. A quick Internet search of "aloe" yielded hundreds of such products.

More than 300 species of the aloe plant plus many hybrids are native to arid areas, and require very little care as houseplants since they are happy in the warm dry air of our interiors during the winter. In the wild, they can range from 6 inches in height to a large tree reaching 30 feet, and can live for up to 25 years. Many of the varieties used as houseplants are symmetrical and attractive, growing as compact rosettes, with the leaves emerging from a single stem in a spiral form. Others send out their stems at random, sometimes appearing quite comical. The average container plant on the market is on the small side, between one to two feet high, which is small enough to fit into our kitchens.

Botanically, the aloe is a member of the lily family although it doesn't look a thing like its lily cousins. Its history is one of those fascinating tales of convergent evolution in which members of plant families totally unrelated to each other have evolved to look exactly alike, as a survival mechanism. They have had to adapt to identical adverse conditions in order to survive, and have done it in exactly the same way. In the case of succulents, like the aloe, they have had to learn over the eons to use the various parts of their bodies to store water, defend themselves, and nurture themselves in very non-traditional ways. They discovered that leaves lost too much moisture in dry conditions, so they gradually gave up leaves in favor of stems which had the capacity to store more water. Stems took on the work of photosynthesis as well, staying green and producing the food and energy for the plant.

The aloe looks much more like an agave or a yucca than a lily! This doesn't really concern anyone except taxonomists or people who are fond of accurate labels, but it does give us respect for the plant's history and its smarts!

As always, knowing how the plant survives in the wild gives us the clues to its care in the pot. It prefers sunlight, but can get along with bright light, and likes warm daytime temperatures with a drop of 15 to 20° at night, just as in the desert. It prefers to be watered heavily and rarely, again mimicking the pattern of rainfall in its native climate. Provide even less water between September and March, just enough to prevent the leaves from shriveling. During the summer months, add fertilizer in half strength to its water diet.

The aloe thrives in poor soil, but don't push it too far as a houseplant. To propagate it, detach suckers from around the base of the plant and pot them up in a soil mixture of 2 parts loam, 1 part coarse sand (not beach sand), a bit of crushed limestone or broken brick, and a bit of bone meal, or use a cactus potting mixture. Place crushed crockery or other good drainage material in the bottom of the pot. You can cut one of the longer stems just below the node, and wait a few days to allow a skin to form over the cut surface to discourage decay. Then pot up the stem piece as above. Wait at least a week before you start to water.

There are several varieties with stripes and bands of yellow, white and darker green. But all of them will willingly give up a stem to come to your aid!

Anne Moore is a freelance writer and amateur horticulturist. She writes from her homes in New Hampshire and Arizona.
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Skin is one vital part of the body that enhances or decreases the natural beauty. Proper care of the skin is very essential because it is highly exposed to sunlight, pollution, dirt, weather conditions as well as a person´s dietary habits. UV rays, detergents, chlorine water, irritants, inflammation, squinting, and overuse of make up also have many harmful effects on the skin that should not be ignored.

Everybody wants to look beautiful and so cleansing skin care is very important. It removes dirt, dead cells and bacteria from the skin surface and provides a healthy and glowing skin. Abundance of cleansers is available today for different skin types. Select a gentle cleanser or an effective face wash instead of soap because soap can be harmful for the skin as soaps remove the moisture from the skin and changes its pH. Majority of the soaps available in the market also remove natural oils present in the skin. These oils serve as a skin guard and if stripped off, the skin becomes more prone to allergies, acnes, rashes and skin burn. On the other hand, face washes are milder and leave the skin hydrated, soft and radiant.

After using a mild face wash skin exfoliation should also be done. It is a process of removing dead cells that may block the pores of the skin giving way to acne. To avoid acne and scars use gentle cleansing products along with some acne treatments. Today various acne scar skin care creams are also available that make the scars less visible and some very strong creams may also removes the scars permanently after prolonged application of the product.

Toning the skin is also very critical as it restores the natural pH level of the skin. Astringents and toners help remove the left over residual cleanser or make up giving a clean, clear and a fresh look to the skin.

After cleansing, exfoliation and toning, how can moisturizing be left behind. Facial skin is directly exposed to sunrays and environmental pollutants which in turn loses the moisture of the skin. A good moisturizer is used to maintain the softness of the skin and prevent wrinkles.
Science has formulated endless skin care treatment products, among which green tea cleaning skin care products is used by a large number of people in India. Green tea provides deep cleansing and helps to regain the normal skin tone. It is a powerful antioxidant that protects the skin from UV ray, aging and other skin damages.

In tropical countries like India UV rays causes the major skin damage. A normal sunscreen lotion cannot be sufficient to block these high radiations. A sunscreen with an SPF of over 15 is essential to protect the skin of Indian people from UV rays.

For a large number of people taking care of the skin is equal to making expenses. But that´s not so, one can have radiant and youthful skin with the use of several natural organic skin care treatments that are least expensive. India is considered to be a hub of all beauty skin care products and natural beauty techniques. Organic fruits and vegetables like lime, cucumber, tomato, papaya, and orange are one of the best products that help skin to retain its moisture. Honey, cream, fresh milk, curd, alfalfa extract and menthol are used as natural cleansers. Organic Neem oil, coconut oil, mustard oil and herbs like bergamot, jasmine and sandalwood are widely used for moisturizing. In India, Aloe Vera and Olive Oil are the most widely used products. Natural skincare is always beneficial. A variety of the natural ingredients are combined together to make an effective and chemical free skin care cream, skin car lotion, moisturizer and many other products.

Herbal Medicine and herbal supplements are also an integral part of an array of cleansing skin care products.
Source: American Chronicle

Beauty conscious people are now turning towards skin care home remedies in spite of the fact that the cosmetic market has a wide range of beauty products. The side effects and the cost associated with the beauty products have restricted many people for buying market products and use home remedies that are simple to make and cost-effective.

It´s truly been said that "you are what you eat". The person´s diet has a great effect on the skin but along with the diet the external mediums are also essential. Commercial products that are widely used for skin care may contain chemical that has adverse effects on the skin as well as the overall health. So, the best solution to have a healthy and beautiful skin is to go for skin care home remedies. These are the best alternative for curing skin diseases and offer a healthy, glowing and a youthful skin.

Acne, pimples and dry skin are the most frustrating skin problems. Skin becomes dry when it looses all the moisture and ability to perform the essential functions. Acne is simply a skin disorder caused due to improper functioning of hair follicles and sebaceous glands. It is characterized by the appearance of pimples, black heads and sometimes scarring. It needs to cure with immediate effect otherwise it will leave its marks behind. One does not need to visit a dermatologist or a saloon for curing acne; home remedies can work the best to combat this skin problem. Acnes when found on dry skin can be treated with home remedies. Most common home remedies for acne care dry skin are the use of yogurt and a mixture of banana and honey. These remedies can leave the skin soft, smooth and glowing.

Indians normally tend to use mask and facials prepared at home as they are simple to prepare and inexpensive. Some of the most widely accepted natural home remedies for skin care in India are:

Peppermint facial: Mix peppermint oil with 1 tbsp of milk and 3 tbsp of distilled water. Peppermint provides cool and refreshing sensation to the skin. It helps in killing bacteria and thus prevents acne.

Peppermint and Lavender Mask: Mix equal quantities of lavender and peppermint oil. The mask relaxes the skin and gives a cooling sensation.

Banana Pack: Mix crushed banana with few drops of honey. Honey hydrates the skin and banana leaves the skin soft and smooth.

Orange Face Mask: Crush orange peel and blend it with 2 tbsp of milk. Add two drops of honey to enhance the glowing effect.

Yogurt: Yogurt itself is very cooling and refreshing. It is most common ingredient used for skin care in majority of the Indian houses.

Aloe Vera Pack: Blend Aloe Vera and apply directly on the face. Aloe Vera is a globally accepted Indian herb for skin and hair care.

Apart from all these some other natural ingredients used for skin care are zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, tomato, potato skin, papaya, rose water, mint gel, fruit scrub, castor oil and many more.

Further India has been renowned for its rich & natural herbal medicine resource. These medicinal herbs have been used by our ancestors for not only for curing variety of diseases but also to have a healthy living. You can know more about these medicines by clicking the links.
Source: American Chronicle

Hair problems may be due to cosmetic causes, such as excessive shampooing and blow-drying, or due to underlying diseases, such as thyroid problems. Hair, which is made up of dead cells filled with keratin (a protein found in nails and outer skin), grows from small pits in the dermis (the middle layer of skin just below the surface or epidermis). The pits, which are called hair follicles, cover most of the body, with certain areas having a heavier concentration than others. For example, the scalp has many hair follicles, while the soles of the feet have none.

Hair loss is a big worry to many people, both male and female. If you have a worrying amount of hair in the basin after shampooing, you may think you are on the way to baldness. But this is not usually the case. The 50–100 hairs that everyone loses each day often become tangled with the rest of the hair, but are washed out when we shampoo. So we see what seems like a lot of hair in the basin after shampooing, but in reality these hairs have been shed earlier.

Herbal Remedies

Massage your hair with plenty of coconut oil, so that it reaches deep into the root of the hair follicles. Doing this everyday is a really good treatment for arresting hair loss. Also, this reduces the body heat also, which might trigger hair loss for some and also acts well in strengthening the hair follicles.

Green tea (Camellia sinesis) - it is thought that catechins found in green tea may inhibit the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase that converts testosterone into hair-unfriendly DHT. It is therefore believed to be effective in preventing and treating male pattern type baldness. You should drink several cups of green tea each day or take it in capsule form as instructed by the manufacturer.

Include Aloe Vera in the list of hair loss remedy products. Aloe Vera gel or oil which is commonly available in the market has been an effective ingredient in stopping hair fall.
All banana, mango and fruit shake and smoothie recipes given on this page are healthy and nutritious drinks taht you and your guests can enjoy at any time.

Fiber is vital to cleansing, and most North American diets are deficient in natural fiber. Psyllium husk is a bulking laxative agent that can be used to safely move waste through the colon. Psyllium is a very good substance as it gently scrubs the walls of the colon to remove waste that is stuck to the walls. Activating agents such as the herbs cascara sagrada, senna and cayenne help activate the peristaltic waves of the intestines to push clogged waste through the colon and out. It would be best to consult an herbalist, naturopath or purchase a prepared herbal tea containing the aforementioned herbs.

If you are regularly using an anti hair fall shampoo and still experience hair loss, it is better for you to consult a dermatologist. He may help you based on whether you are allergic to certain chemicals or products.

While Henna will not promote hair growth, henna is excellent for the maintenance of healthy hair. Henna is a natural clay conditioner that can help heal the hair shaft by repairing and sealing the cuticle, protecting hair against breakage and loss of shine. Henna comes in a variety of colors to safely color or highlight the hair temporarily, or one can obtain neutral henna if one does not desire color changes to the hair.
Source: American Chronicle