• Conventional workouts tend to build bulky muscles.Cycling once a week will help you elongate muscle elasticity.
• To cure muscle strain,apply warm ginger paste with turmeric to the affected area twice a day.
• Want to prevent hangover?Have a couple of bananas.They are an excellent source of potassium which helps relax pounding blood vessels that are responsible for those nasty hangover headaches.
• Grapes consists of almost 80 percent water which makes them a great option for a low calorie snack.
• If you are asthmatic and exercising,keep a water bottle at hand.New research suggests that dehydration may increase the likelihood of an attack.
• Feeling down? Bite into some chocolate! It contains serotonin,which acts as a natural anti-depressant.
• Oysters are believed to have aphrodisiac properties as they contain high levels of zinc.Zinc controls the body's progesterone level,which has a positive effect on the libido.
• Having asparagus is extremely beneficial for your health.It is high in Vitamin K,helps ease menstrual cramps and is also good for one's gastrointestinal tract.
• To get an efficient digestive system in place,researchers suggest eating at the same time every day.
• To relieve stress via acupressure,press the highest point of the shoulder muscle approximately midway between spine and the outer tip of the shoulder.
• Before you snuggle into bed at night,apply some lip cream.The rich creamy texture is sure to get your lips all soft and supple by next morning.
  

• Water is the most essential nutrient required by our body.It plays a vital role in maintaining our health regulating body temperature and blood flow,regulating metabolic activities.
• To keep wrinkles at bay,massage your face with primrose oil.You can also increase your intake of Vitamin A by eating vegetables such as tomatoes,spinach,peas,asparagus,green bell peppers and broccoli.
• To prevent or manage hemorrhoids,increase your fiber and fluid intake.Consider adding a fiber supplement.
• Eat your beans.It contains nutrient compounds called flavonoids that help protect against heart disease and cancer.
• Indulge in deep breathing exercises while travelling.Its a great way to fight stress and anxiety,and help you relax.
• Don't take long hot baths because this can exacerbate dry skin in the winter months.Instead try short,lukewarm baths or showers.
• Have a glass of warm milk every morning.Researchers have found that it cuts down the risk of bowel cancer.
  

• Exercise your brain regularly.Read,study,solve problems and learn new skills.As does the body,the brain atrophies with lack of use.
• Don't drink your fruit,eat it.Fiber from whole foods fills you up,helps lower cholesterol and improves digestion.
• To cure cough,add a pinch of salt with two pinches of turmeric powder to one glass of warm water and gurgle.
• Include pomegranates in your diet.They help in the production of red blood cells,strengthen the bladder and also the gum.
• Abdominal bloating and discomfort may be a symptom of irritable bowel syndrome.To relieve symptoms,avoid cabbage and carbonated drinks.
• Abdominal distention resulting from weak abdominal muscles can be relieved simply by lying down.
• Have pineapple and strawberries everyday,they are rich sources of vitamin C that plays a vital role in building a healthy immune system.
• Rubbing oil into the scalp before bedtime will ensure you sleep soundly.
  

• There are several benefits of milk for grown ups too,like the ability to prevent osteoporosis,hyper tension and colon cancer.
• To cure fatigue,increase the intake of green bell peppers.They contains twice the amount of vitamin C than citrus fruits like oranges,grapes and lime.
• The way you breath affects your health.Breath deeply through your nose only(whole lung breathing) It will make you feel far more relaxed and energetic.
• Add a few pieces of cinnamon to your everyday food.It helps lower blood sugar and cholesterol.
• While cooking,slice your vegetables into big pieces.It ensures that vital vitamins are not lost.
• Apricots are known to slow the aging process and also improve one's eyesight.
• For stronger bones and also to keep your blood pressure under check,include more broccoli in your diet.
  

• About 70-80 per cent of our total food intake should be alkaline.
• The body's pH level controls and affects all its functions.With the pH dropping,the brain finds it difficult to absorb energy from the blood cells. A diet comprising of over 80 per cent alkaline food helps the brain function better.
• If alkaline food is the major source of nutrition,it helps to counter serious cell degeneration and even slows down the process of ageing.
• Alkaline food prevents the body from feeling fatigued.
• Consuming alkaline food also helps to cure arthritis.
  

• Studies have found that fast food doesn't just contribute to early puberty to young people but also leaves them nutritionally deficient,hungry and aggressive.
• Oats have some unique fatty acids and antioxidants which together with vitamin E slow cell damage.
• Musk melon is a rich source of vitamin C and is effective in reducing body heat.
• Mono-unsaturated fats that lower cholesterol and prevent blood clots are present in olive,canola,peanut and mustard oils.
• Sage is used to cure variety of conditions like sore throats,mouth inflammations,cough,liver disorders and upset stomach.
  

• Regular joggers have been found to have fewer chronic health problems and strong bones apart from keeping a steady weight.
• Always wear both straps of your back pack.Carrying a heavy load on one shoulder causes you to lean to one side to compensate for the uneven weight,thus curving the spine.
• When a source of vitamin C (orange,lemon,grapefruit,strawberry,tomato,potato) is eaten with meat or cooked dry beans,the body makes better use of the iron in the protein food.
• Add fish to your weight loss regimen.Overweight people who are on a weight loss diet may be able to reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes by eating fatty fish.
• Cranberries contain flavanoids that prevent bad cholesterol from accumulating in the arteries,thus preventing arteriosclerosis.