I have very fond memories of this chicken dish from my childhood – I loved it so much. It is comforting, quick and easy to make, and everyone will agree that it is delicious. It is not unusual for our kids’ friends to stay for dinner at our house. However, my son’s best friend never misses dinner on the nights I make this for dish. It is really funny, and I am not convinced it is just a coincidence!
I usually keep evaporated milk on hand and several cans of cream of chicken soup. They become a lifesaver when you need to put dinner together quickly, but you also want a delicious dish without spending hours in the kitchen. If you don’t do this already, grab some the next time you are at the store.
Butter is obviously a key ingredient – nothing else imparts the same rich flavor – and I encourage you to avoid substitution unless you simply cannot have butter. Evaporated milk provides a beautiful creamy texture but if you do not have any, whole milk, half and half, or cream are great substitutes.
I usually serve this over egg noodles because it is my favorite – rice is another great option and my daughter will argue that it is better than egg noodles – ultimately, go with what you like best! Add a vegetable and enjoy!
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can evaporated milk (12 oz.)
1 cup flour
1 ½ tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup butter
1 can cream of chicken soup (condensed 10.5 oz)
1/4 cup water
Lemon wedges (optional)
Directions
Preheat oven to 425°F
Cut butter into pieces and place in a 9×13 baking dish. Place baking dish in the oven to melt the butter.
While the butter is melting:
Mix flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl
In a separate bowl, pour about 4 oz. of evaporated milk. Set the remaining amount aside.
Carefully remove pan with melted butter from oven.
Dip each piece of chicken in the evaporated milk, then dredge it in the seasoned flour, and place in baking dish.
Bake for 30 minutes
While the chicken is baking:
In a bowl, mix the remaining evaporated milk and the can of cream of chicken soup together.
Pull the chicken from the oven after the 30 minutes and turn each piece over. Pour the milk and soup mixture over the chicken and place the pan back in the oven for about 30 more minutes. The top should be golden brown, the sauce should have thickened, and the internal temperature should be 165°F (using a meat thermometer).
If you would like, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken before serving. You can also serve lemon wedges on the side for each person to decide if they wish to add it. I love it with lemon, but I understand that some may not!
Notes:
* I have had success substituting the regular flour with Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour. I do not know how other gluten free flours would turn out but I know this one works well.
* In some areas it is hard to locate but gluten free cream of chicken soup works great. Many regular cream of chicken soups contain wheat but there are gluten free ones available.
* A meat thermometer is an essential tool to ensure the meat is fully cooked and the internal temperature is safe. Also, you do not want to overcook the chicken.
* The recipe is easily doubled – I double it every time I make it. If there are any leftovers, the chicken reheats well and makes a great meal the next day!
This slow cooker creamy potato bacon soup is going to be a new family-friendly favorite. It’s easy to make so it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner, and reheats really well so it’s great for meal prep. This crock pot ground beef soup is also gluten-free and loaded with vegetables like potatoes, carrots, onion, celery and tomatoes. It’s full of flavor and one of our go-to recipes for fall and winter.
INGREDIENTS:
3.5 cups chicken broth 4 russet potatoes, peeled and diced (3–4 cups) 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes 1 yellow onion, diced 1 cup shredded carrots 1 cup diced celery 1 tablespoon dried parsley 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 pound ground beef 1 package (12 ounces) bacon, cooked and chopped 3 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup flour (gluten free 1:1) 2 cups half and half 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or pepper jack cheese To garnish: green onions, reserved chopped bacon
INSTRUCTIONS:
Add the broth, tomatoes, potatoes, onions, carrots, celery, parsley, garlic powder, basil, salt and pepper to the slow cooker. Cover with the lid and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours About 30 minutes prior to serving, brown the ground beef. Drain the grease and add it to the slow cooker. Fry and chop the bacon and transfer the chopped bacon to the slow cooker. You can also bake the bacon in the oven at any point while the soup is cooking and set it aside for later Wipe out the pan of any excess grease and add in the butter. Melt the butter and then whisk in the flour until it’s all combined. Then whisk in the half and half. Continue whisking for about 2-3 minutes, until it’s thickened a bit Pour the half and half into the slow cooker and stir to combine it in with the rest of the soup. Add the cheese and stir again. Cover and let the cheese melt for a few minutes. Give it another good stir or two to fully incorporate the cheese just prior to serving.
Yoga poses, called asanas, are important because they help stretch and strengthen all muscles of the body. Even simple poses provide a great foundation for building strength and flexibility, developing a strong core, and reducing back pain. Spending 15 minutes of your day moving and breathing could help you reduce your lower back pain.
So, which poses are most effective?
Try these 12 yoga poses for back pain to find some relief!
Cat and Cow Pose (Chakravakasana)
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Instructions
Start on all fours with knees under hips and wrists under shoulders. As you inhale, drop your belly to the floor, allowing your lower back to arch deeply and your shoulder blades to slide down your back. Exhale and lower the tailbone, rounding the lower, middle, and upper back before finally lowering your head. Breathe deeply and slowly, and use all your breath to move. Try starting with five reps, and adding more if that feels good.
Benefits
The cat-Cow pose increases flexibility in the neck, shoulders, and spine. This move also stretches your hips, back, abdomen, and chest muscles. Strengthen your spine. During this stretch, activate your tailbone and relieve tension in your neck and upper back.
Downwards dog yoga (Adho Mukha Svanasana)
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Instructions
Step closer to the ball of your foot and lift your hips, then release your heels toward the mat. It is perfect for helping to ease the pain in your back after a long day at the office.
Benefits
The downward dog activates muscles throughout your body, particularly in the back body, including, heels, calves, hamstrings, glutes, hips, and lower back.
Locust pose yoga ( Salabhasana)
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Instructions:
1. Lie on your belly with your legs together, arms extended back, and your chin on the floor.
2. Inhale and lift the chest, head, arms, and legs off the floor.
3. Stay in the locust pose for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Benefits
Locust Pose stretches and strengthens the muscles of the back and core and improves spinal mobility. While many everyday activities (such as sitting) bend your spine, Locust Pose lengthens your spine. It opens up your chest, improves your posture, and helps combat slouching.
Forward Fold (Uttanasana)
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Instructions
While sitting, extend your left leg forward and bend your right knee so that you lay it on its side like half a butterfly. Reach forward and slowly fold your legs. After 3 breaths, switch sides. This pose gets into your hips and psoas, which can put a lot of strain on your back if they become inflamed. Please don’t force this. Relax and pose for optimal spinal release.
Benefits
A seated forward fold provides a deep stretch across the back of the body from heels to the neck. Forward bending calms the nervous system and emotions and stimulates the reproductive and urinary systems.
Extended Triangle Pose (Utthita Trikonasana)
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Instructions
From a standing position, walk your feet about 4 feet apart. Then rotate your right toe forward and your left toe diagonally outward. Raise your arms parallel to the floor, palms down. Bend forward and rotate your right hip to bring your arms and torso forward. Bring your hand to your leg, yoga block, or floor. Extend your left arm toward the ceiling. Look up, look forward, or look down. Hold this pose for up to 1 minute. Repeat on the other side.
Benefits
The Extended Triangle is great for lengthening your spine and strengthening your hamstrings and upper body. This pose also stretches your hips, groins, hamstrings, calves, shoulders, chest, and spine.
Knees To Chest
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Instructions
Lie on your back and pull your knees toward your chest. This has the same effect as Child’s Pose without the impact on the knees. Roll it up and let it go. Gently rock from right to left to gently massage your spine.
Benefits
The knee-to-chest position stretches and releases tension in the lower back and massages the abdominal organs. This pose reduces gas, improves circulation, and rebalances energy.
Crescent Lunge On One Knee
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Instructions
Step your right foot forward between your hands. Try to place your feet directly under your knees so that your shins are vertical. You can place your hands on the mat for balance, or you can extend your arms overhead to lengthen your spine and open your chest.
Benefits
The Crescent Lunge on Knee is a yoga pose that deepens the hip flexors, groin, and legs, and opens the front of the body, including the chest and shoulders. Learning how to do the Crescent Lunge on the Knee will help you strengthen and tone your thighs, hips, and buttocks while practicing balance and stability.
Warrior 1
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Instructions
Bring your right foot between your hands, bend your right knee, drop your back foot to the mat, and lift your body and arms. Remember to bring your back hip forward so your hips are in line.
Benefits
Warrior I Strengthens your legs and upper arms strengthen your balance and core and stretch the muscles around your lower back. Both the hamstrings (quads and hamstrings), hips, and chest are fully stretched, as is the back of the erector spinae.
Twist
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Instructions
Keeping your knees bent, turn your head to the left and bend to the right. After 3-5 breaths, switch sides. Twist relieves the lower back and promotes spinal mobility.
Benefits
The twisting motion helps create intervertebral spaces, thereby lengthening the spine. This decompresses the spinal space and protects spinal nerve health. The flow of energy is strengthened in a gentle and non-evasive way, completely revitalizing.
Child’s pose
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Instructions
From all fours, start lowering your hips toward your heels. You can either keep your toes apart and touch your big toes, keep your knees spread apart, or keep your inside legs together. Arms can be extended forward on the mat or placed at the sides of the body.
Benefits
It keeps the internal organs of the body flexible and supple. Lengthen and lengthen your spine. Supporting the head and torso helps relieve neck and back pain. Gently stretch your hips, thighs, and ankles.
Sphinx
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Instructions
Lie on your stomach and press your toes into the mat. Bring your elbows directly under your torso and lift your torso off the mat. Extend your hands in front of you with your fingers spread and resting firmly on the mat. Relax your glutes, breathe in and relax your abdomen, and shoulders away from your ears. If necessary, place a block at the highest point in front of the mat and place your forehead on it for support (keep your neck long and shoulders relaxed). Take at least 10 breaths here, as many times as you’d like.
Benefits
Stretch your abs, strengthen your spine, and tone your buttocks. It also stretches and opens your chest, lungs, and shoulders. It revitalizes the body, soothes the nervous system, and is effective in relieving fatigue.
Extended puppy pose
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Instructions
Get on all fours and make sure your knees are directly below your hips. Keeping your hips on your hips, start moving your hands forward, lowering your chest toward the floor (like a puppy plays). You can put your forehead on the ground or a block. If this stretch is too intense, use a pillow or yoga roller to create a cushion to support your chest. Breathe deeply into the abdomen and hips and let him take at least 5 breaths (do as often as he feels comfortable).
Benefits
The stretched puppy is a very calming and relaxing pose that helps calm the mind and relieve stress and tension. This pose also improves stretch and flexibility in your spine, hips, shoulders, and upper back.
The most popular fields for international study remain business studies, particularly MBA degrees. Distance MBA stands for Master of Business Administration online programs. It opens the door for countless business jobs.
What would happen, though, if you couldn’t afford to study abroad or if a pandemic broke out worldwide? In such case, getting an online MBA from a reputed international business school could be your best option.
Here are some of the top online MBA programs in the world:
Indiana University–Bloomington (Kelley)
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The Indiana University is a public school, and you’ll be happy to know that enrollment for the MBA degree has already started. It has one of the best online mba programs usa. One hundred percent of students are already employed when they first enroll.
The tuition per credit is around $1,449.
University of North Carolina–Chapel Hill (Kenan-Flagler)
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This MBA program includes flexibility, a strong core curriculum, and talented professors and students. It provides a variety of business education programs at the undergrad, graduate and proficient levels.
The tuition per credit is around $2,025.
University of Southern California – Marshall School of Business
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University of Southern California MBA program provides a solid foundation in all essential areas of business. It’s known as a convenient, prestigious, and cutting-edge program. The enrollment is open.
The tuition per credit is around $2,092.
Carnegie Mellon University (Tepper)
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The Carnegie Mellon University Tepper School of Business offers Part-Time Online MBA students the opportunity to mix online lessons with on-site immersive “Access Weekends” held every two months at Carnegie Mellon locations throughout the United States.
The tuition per credit is around $2,187.
University of Florida – Hough Graduate School of Business
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This MBA program has the best overall combination of rankings, student feedback, faculty level, and course structure. For these programs, all of the online classes are recorded and archived.
The tuition per credit is around $1,208.
The University of Texas at Dallas – Naveen Jindal School of Management
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This program offers students unable to attend a resident MBA program an identical core curriculum in its Professional MBA Online Program (PMBA). Seventy-five percent of students are already employed when they first enroll.
The tuition per credit is around $1,858.
Brenau University – Gainesville, GA
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Brenau College now offers an online MBA program that’s open to both women and men. A 36-credit degree in management provides the skills and knowledge you need to effectively run a business. All students take core courses such as financial management and budgeting for managers.
Campbellsville University – Campbellsville, KY
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The online MBA from CU offers students advanced business training and the Christian values that are important to them. The 36-credit curriculum offers students the opportunity to choose from 10 concentration areas. All MBA students complete a common set of courses, including courses in marketing and managerial finance. Admissions to Campbellsville University’s online MBA program are rolling.
Tuition per year: $479 per credit
Southern Utah University – Cedar City, UT
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MBA students can complete an online MBA at Southern Utah University in 12 months. The course provides students with the skills they need to put their business knowledge into practice. The 33-credit degree offers a variety of paths that students can customize with electives. SUU also offers concentrations in finance, leadership, and marketing.
Tuition per year: $16,005
Oklahoma State University (Spears)
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The mission of Southeast Oklahoma State University is to provide quality education that will help its students achieve their goals. One of the great things about SOSU’s online MBA program is that you can choose from a variety of different areas to study, like business, accounting, entrepreneurship, management, healthcare information systems, marketing, and human resources.
Oklahoma State University online MBA cost: $5,022
Georgia Southwestern State University School of Business Administration
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Georgia Southwestern State University has one of the AACSB accredited online MBA programs. The AACSB accreditation is an organization that evaluates and accredits colleges and universities in the field of business. Georgia Southwestern State University educates students through a combination of expert faculty and practical experience in the community.
Master of Business Administration – International Accredited MBA Program
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If you are looking for a 1 year online MBA, then this Master of Business Administration is what you want. The Swiss School of Management is a private institute of higher education located in Rome, on the University of Washington’s campus.
We have to admit that binge-watching reality shows are one of our guilty pleasures. Who doesn’t like drama? right?
And if you finished “Love is Blind” season 2 and found yourself scrolling through the cast’s social media accounts and reading interviews to catch the still-unfolding drama, we are here to give you more similarly binge-able dating shows, all available to stream until season 3 of “Love is Blind” comes out (yes, it’s confirmed)
“Too Hot to Handle”
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This one is a next-level steamy show to watch on Netflix “too to handle”
The series follows a group of attractive singles who struggle with committing to long-term relationships. and placed on an island that they think is the set for a steamy reality dating show. After arriving, the cast learns they’re not allowed to get intimate — and they don’t always take the plot twist well.
All they have to do is avoid physical contact to share the money prize, and if they violate that rule the cash prize gets reduced.
Do you believe in “the one?” MTV’s philosophical dating show might have you questioning your beliefs.
This reality series assembles couples based on their personality and values who have been secretly matched by relationship experts. And as they all live together, they must figure out who their “perfect match” is.
If all 10 couples successfully find each other, the group wins a total of $1,000,000.
If you are a fan of the hit Netflix show “the Bridgeton” and enjoy the shivery and class of that area, just sprinkle some of it on the “Bachelorette” and then you just found yourself the next dating show to binge watch.
15 men will have to court the lady in Regency-era costumes in a Bridgeton setting. It has everything from the grand estate with a beautiful garden to amazing costumes.
This one has been on the air since 2014, a testament to its popularity.
Buckle up to follow couples who have applied for or received a K-1 visa, available uniquely to foreign fiancés of U.S. citizens. After arriving in the U.S, couples only have 90 days to decide if they want to get married.
On the show, each couple faces their own set of challenges as they prepare for the big day, from culture shock to unsupportive families.
It’s the king of reality TV, this iconic show shares quite a few elements with Love Island, from swoon-worthy dates to over-the-top drama. The Bachelor focuses on one charming single guy who’s tasked with selecting his future wife from a group of romantic interests. And each week, he must eliminate contestants as he gets closer to finding his match.
Spot the F-Boy from the boy who’s searching for love for the right reasons. That’s what three supermodels ladies will be trying to figure out on a tropical island by navigating a dating pool of 24 men.
Audiences, along with the female leads, have to guess which of the contestants have arrived at the show’s tropical set to find love — and which are just in it for the cash. If the lead selects a good guy at the end of the show, they both will split $100,000.
This show is more of a documentary than a reality show; it highlights the dating life of individuals on the autism spectrum and how they are trying to find love with help from a relationship coach and a clinical psychologist.
Love on the spectrum is both amusing and touching.
A show with a plot twist! At first, it was to help contestants find love through a series of dates documented on tv with all the ups and downs that comes with it. But now, it follows celebrities that are looking for love with the help of an exclusive dating agency.
Dating around is Netflix’s first original dating show that the streaming service produced and has a quite grounded concept, where contestants go on separate blind dates hoping to find true love
Have you ever watched a movie/series and couldn’t recognize the actor? Or thought that they look familiar?
Well, that makes two of us! The world of actors, films, and tv is a bizarre one. They have to change their entire lifestyle or spend hours in the makeup room to fit a certain role.
So without further ado, here are 12 of the craziest celebrity transformations in modern film.
Christian Bale
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Just like Tom Hardy, Christian Bale is well-known in Hollywood for his hardcore body transformations over the years. The most striking and scary transformation the actor has ever made was for The Machinist. He lost more than 60 pounds to portray an insomniac.
Jamie Campbell Bower
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The entire process of becoming Vecna was a workday in itself, with the prosthetics taking around eight hours to apply, and a further two hours to remove after filming was complete. Once all of the makeup and latex were in place, the costume was enhanced with CGI so that the final look is a combination of practical and digital effects.
Jonah Hill
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21 Jump Street star Jonah Hill is known for his portly figure and hilarious performances in films like Superbad, The Sitter, and This Is the End. The actor intentionally gained 40lbs to portray his version of the real-life arms dealer, Efraim Diveroli, in the 2016 film War Dogs. After the movie ended, Hill decided to slim down again.
Emma Thompson
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The actress is simply unrecognizable as Nanny McPhee with all the make up. It took around 2 hours per day, which isn’t that unheard of, but still, look at that nose!
50 Cent
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The 35-year-old rapstar ropped from 214 pounds to 160 to play an American football player stricken with cancer. 54 pounds! He did it with with a liquid diet and three-hour-a-day treadmill walks for nine weeks.
Charlize Theron
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In the movie Monster, Charlize Theron gained more than 10 kilos, shaved her eyebrows and wore an orthodontic prosthesis. Well, her efforts didn’t go to waste: she won an Oscar for her performance.
Matthew McConaughey
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Audiences are used to seeing Matthew McConaughey as a handsome man in drama or romantic comedy, so his transformation into the Dallas Buyers Club shocked everyone. , Matthew McConaughey lost 38 pounds to portray Ron Woodruff, a rodeo cowboy with AIDS.
Jared Leto
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A true chameleon, Jared Leto took on more than 30 kilos for the needs of Chapter 27. The transformation is so good that we can no longer recognize him.
Naomi Grossman
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After sitting in the makeup chair for about three hours, Grossman transforms into the unforgettable mental patient-turned-circus performer. She had to undergo daily head shavings in addition to having a prosthetic nose, brows, ears and hands fitted, fake teeth and wonky eye created.
Hilary Swank
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Hilary Swank isn’t shy about drastically changing her appearance for the sake of her movie roles. To fully fit into this persona, she cut her hair, lost weight, and just like Brandon Teena, she bandaged her chest to flatten it. And just to perfect her role, she also had to go through the make-up box for her transformation to be striking.
Marion Cotillard
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In addition to beautiful performance in the movie, the Oscar-winning actress had to shave her eyebrows but also part of her hair in order to look exactly like the legendary French singer. She also had to go through the make-up box, which lasted five hours to have the features of Môme Piaf.
Ralph Fiennes
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Ralph Fiennes embodies the terrible Lord Voldemort in the mythical Harry Potter saga. Ever the dedicated actor, he spent two hours in the makeup chair every time he appeared as Lord Voldemort. In addition to prostheses, his character also asked to wear false teeth.
It is not pleasant to see a clump of hair strands on your pillow or in your shower drain every other day. It can be humiliating and can make you feel down. Excessive hair loss is a major hair issue that, if not addressed promptly, can lead to thinning and baldness. That is something that no lady desires.
Hair loss can be caused by a variety of factors, including stress, hereditary factors, excessive use of heat tools and hair treatments, medical issues, and even using the wrong hair products for your hair type. When you start losing your hair, especially at a young age, it can harm your mental health and self-confidence.
Growing your hair long and luscious takes an eternity and a lot of effort, and keeping it healthy is another difficult endeavor. Losing a beloved asset is something no woman or man wants to happen. We understand your predicament.
If you have been looking for ways to regrow hair, your search has come to an end. We have compiled a list of not just one but five home cures for regrowing hair and preventing hair loss. Continue reading to learn about five effective strategies to stop hair loss and restore your valuable hair. However, you should also follow a couple of the suggestions listed below to promote hair development.
Eat a balanced diet:
To keep your hair healthy, strong, and lustrous, eat a diet rich in proteins, biotin, vitamins, and vital fatty acids.
Do not take showers that are too hot or too cold:
Extreme water temperatures can damage your hair and leave it weak.
When your hair is wet, do not comb it:
When your hair is damp, it is more brittle. Combing it will cause breaking and hair loss.
Exercise frequently:
Maintain a healthy lifestyle by staying active and exercising regularly.
Get plenty of rest:
Stress is one of the primary causes of hair loss; therefore, it is important to unwind and get enough sleep.
While a regular hair care routine and topical application of natural products boost hair development, you need to also follow these suggestions to keep your tresses healthy and lustrous.
Onion juice
Although it stinks, onion juice can help you grow your hair faster than any other beauty item. Onion juice is high in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, as well as antibacterial and antifungal capabilities. Sulfur is one of the elements that helps strengthen hair and promote new hair development by increasing the amounts of the antioxidant enzyme ‘catalase’ in your body. It can aid with dandruff, premature greying, and other hair problems in addition to breaking and hair loss. It also stimulates blood circulation and keeps hair in good condition.
Use oil to massage.
Ask your mother or grandmother; this is the most effective and tried-and-true method for hair regrow. A heated oil massage with coconut oil, castor oil, olive oil, or almond oil can help prevent hair loss caused by dry and brittle hair. It encourages hair growth and strengthens hair follicles, resulting in thicker, longer hair. Massaging the scalp with your fingertips stimulates blood circulation, which aids in hair growth and reduction. The oil will nourish the scalp and hair, transforming dry hair into a silky, luxurious mane.
Amla (Indian gooseberry)
Amla, also known as Indian gooseberry, is an effective cure for hair loss and renewal. There is no denying it. Amla is high in Vitamin C, phytonutrients, and minerals. All of which aid in the growth of hair length and volume. It is a common ingredient in hair oils, shampoos, and other hair products. Also, it can reduce hair loss, and promotes hair growth, not to mention addresses other hair problems such as the itchy scalp, dandruff, and more. You may incorporate amla into your haircare routine in two ways to achieve fuller, thicker hair.
Set aside one cup of dried amla powder that has been ground into a fine powder. Heat 2 tablespoons of your favorite hair oil and stir in the amla powder. Combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and apply to the scalp and hair. The hair should be tied and left for at least an hour. Use a gentle shampoo to remove it. Another option is to puree 2-3 fresh amlas and squeeze out the juice. Rinse your hair with a mixture, which includes a few drops of lemon juice and a tablespoon of shikakai powder. Allow it to sit for 30 minutes before washing your hair.
Aloe vera gel
Aloe vera gel has numerous hair advantages, including frizz control and dandruff hair. Another advantage of aloe vera for hair is that it reduces hair loss and promotes hair development in dormant follicles, resulting in faster hair restoration. It also moisturizes and smoothes dry, brittle hair shafts, preventing hair breakage and loss. Aloe vera gel is a remarkable substance that contains proteolytic enzymes and minerals like copper and zinc, which is clinically proven to stimulate hair development and reduce hair fall naturally and effectively.
Consume a high-protein diet
The simple truth is that you can try all of the hair growth cures in the world, but nothing will assist you much until you address your nutrition. Hair development can be boosted, and astonishing results can be obtained by eating a balanced diet rich in proteins and nutrients such as Vitamin A and C.
Biotin and protein-rich foods are essential for maintaining hair health and improving hair quality. Lentils, green leafy vegetables, fruits, seafood, and nuts are all superfoods that can help you grow a fuller, healthier-looking mane. An adequate diet plays a major role. But, drinking a lot of water, exercising frequently, and avoiding stress are also important. They can all help with hair growth, reduce hair loss, and add to the overall health and strength of your locks.
Virgin coconut oil
Coconut oil, which is rich in vital fatty acids, has the power to permeate the hair shaft and make it healthy, bright, and lustrous from the inside out. The wonderful thing about coconut oil for hair is that it may be used as a leave-in conditioner or before washing your hair, depending on your hair type.
You may feel helpless if you are depressed, but you are not. There’s a lot you can do on your own to fight back. There are treatments and, in some cases, medicine. Natural depression therapies include changing your behavior, physical activity, lifestyle, and even your way of thinking.
These suggestions can help you feel better right now.
Establish a routine.
According to Ian Cook, MD, if you’re depressed, you need a routine. He is the director of UCLA’s Depression Research and Clinic Program and a psychiatrist. Depression can devastate your life’s structure. One day seems to blend into the next. Setting a modest daily regimen can assist you in regaining control.
Determine your objectives.
You may feel as though you can’t achieve anything while you’re depressed. You begin to feel bad about yourself as a result of this. Set daily goals for yourself to help you push back. “Start small,” Ian Cook advises. “Set a goal for yourself that you can achieve, such as doing the dishes every other day.” As you begin to feel better, you can increase the difficulty of your daily goals.
Get some exercise.
Exercise can momentarily increase endorphins, and they are hormones that make you feel-good hormones. Cook claims that regular exercise encourages the brain to reorganize itself in favorable ways. How much physical activity do you require? You are not required to run marathons to receive a benefit. Even going for a walk a few times a week can assist.
Eat a balanced diet.
There is no such thing as a depression-curing diet. However, it’s a good idea to keep an eye on what you eat. If you tend to overeat due to depression, taking control of your food will help you feel better. Although nothing is conclusive, Cook believes that meals high in omega-3 fatty acids (such as salmon and tuna) and folic acid (such as spinach and avocado) may aid in the treatment of depression.
Get some quality sleep.
Sleep depression can make it difficult to get adequate rest, and too little sleep can exacerbate depression. What options do you have? Begin by making some lifestyle adjustments. Every day, go to bed and wake up at the same hour. Try not to take a nap. Remove any distractions from your bedroom, including your computer and television. You may notice that your sleep improves over time.
Assume responsibility.
When you’re depressed, it’s natural to desire to withdraw from life and relinquish your duties at home and work. Don’t. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle by staying involved and taking on everyday tasks will help you avoid depression. They give you a sense of accomplishment and help you to feel grounded. It’s alright if you can’t commit to full-time school or work. Consider working part-time. If that’s too much, consider doing voluntary work.
Overcome your negative thoughts.
A large part of the battle against depression is mental — altering your mindset. You jump to the worst conceivable conclusions when you’re depressed. Use logic as a natural depression therapy the next time you’re feeling bad about yourself. You may believe that no one likes you, but is this idea supported by evidence? You may think that you are the most worthless person on the earth, but is it true? It takes time and practice, but you can overcome negative thoughts before they spiral out of control.
Before taking supplements, see your doctor.
“Some vitamins for depression have encouraging data,” Cook explains. Fish oil, folic acid, and SAMe are among them. However, additional research is required before we can be sure. Before starting any supplement, talk to your doctor, especially if you’re already on medication.
Try something different.
You’re stuck in a rut when you’re depressed. Make an effort to try something new. Visit a museum. Take a used book to a park seat and read it. Donate your time to a soup kitchen. Consider enrolling in a language course. “There are molecular changes in the brain when we challenge ourselves to do something unusual,” Cook explains. “Trying something new changes the amounts of dopamine, a brain chemical linked to pleasure, happiness, and learning.”
Make an effort to have a good time.
Make time for things you enjoy if you’re depressed. What if nothing seems to be entertaining anymore? Cook says, “That’s just a symptom of depression.” Regardless, you need to keep trying.
Take a moment to meditate
Many negative thoughts might accompany depression. You may feel helpless, unworthy, or enraged by life (or even yourself). Because meditation entails increased awareness of one’s thoughts and sensations, this may appear counterintuitive.
Spend time with your loved ones.
Depression can urge you to withdraw from your friends and family, but face-to-face interaction can help wash those feelings away. If you can’t spend time with each other in person, phone calls or video chats can assist.
Understandably, most people are uninterested in the subject of health insurance. It contains terms that you would never use in everyday conversation. Understandably, you’d prefer to avoid the whole thing. However, health insurance has an impact on your health, your family, and your finances. Understanding how it works and what you require can mean the difference between costly errors and peace of mind. Here are 21 terms to help you understand and make the most of your plan.
Affordable Care Act
This is the healthcare reform legislation signed into law by President Obama in 2010. It is also well known as the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, or “Obamacare.” Some of the law’s provisions, such as universal coverage for preventive services, are already in effect. Others will be released in the coming years.
Cancellations
Previously, some insurance companies would cancel health coverage if you made an error on your application. Companies are no longer permitted to do so under the ACA. However, they may cancel your coverage if you falsified or omitted information on your application or if you couldn’t pay your premium on time.
COBRA
The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act is abbreviated as COBRA. It is a federal law that gives you the right to continue with your employer’s group insurance plan for a limited time, after you leave a job, either voluntarily or unwillingly, or when you minimize your hours, such as from full-time to part-time.
Copayments
A set amount of money (typically $15 or $20) that you must pay out of pocket for a healthcare service.
Deductible
The amount of money you must pay for medical care out of pocket before your health insurance plan takes overpayments. Usually calculated annually, and the higher your deductible, the lower your monthly premium.
Dependent coverage
Many insurance policies cover the policyholder’s family members as well. Dependent coverage for children must be available under the Affordable Care Act until an adult child reaches 26.
Drug formulary
this is A list of every medication covered by your health insurance policy.
Essential health benefits
some health plans for individuals and small groups are required by the Affordable Care Act to provide a comprehensive package of services and items. Pediatric care, hospitalization, maternity, and newborn care, and mental health treatments are essential health benefits. This Affordable Care Act provision went into effect in 2014.
Grandfathered health plans
Purchased group or individual health plans on or before March 23, 2010. but most of the provisions of the Affordable Care Act do not apply to these plans.
Health care plan categories
The insurance marketplace divides health care plans into four categories: bronze, silver, gold, and platinum. The plans differ based on how much you pay compared to how much the plan pays. Platinum plans provide the most coverage but charge the most money. Bronze plans have lower premiums but offer less coverage overall.
HIPAA
this stands for Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. It is a federal law that governs, among other things, health information handling standards, your right to special enrollment in health plans when particular life or work events occur, confidentiality regarding protected health information, and the availability and renewability of health coverage.
Individual mandate
The Affordable Care Act provision requires uninsured people to purchase health insurance or face a penalty.
Lifetime limits
A limit on the total benefits you may receive from your insurance company throughout your life. The Affordable Care Act removes lifetime caps on essential health benefits. As of 2014, insurance companies are also prohibited from imposing yearly limits.
Medicaid expansion
People with low incomes or with disabilities are eligible for government-funded health insurance. As a result of the Affordable Care Act, the program’s eligibility requirements have been expanded in some areas.
MHPA
Mental Health Parity Act (MHPA) is a federal law that requires health plans to offer mental health benefits that are equivalent to the medical services provided by the plan. The MHPA only applies to employers with more than 50 employees.
Minimum essential coverage
The smallest amount of health insurance that an individual must obtain to meet the individual responsibility needs of the Affordable Care Act and avoid a penalty.
Preexisting condition
An illness or condition that existed before the start of a person’s group health plan coverage. As of 2014, insurance companies cannot refuse coverage or charge you more because you have a pre-existing medical condition.
Premium
The sum of money that you or your employer must pay to keep your health insurance current. The sum is Typically paid monthly, quarterly, or annually.
Preventive services
Your health insurance plan must fully cover preventive services under the Affordable Care Act. Mammogram screenings, colonoscopies, blood pressure screenings, and vaccines are examples of preventive services.
Special enrollment
Participating in a group health plan when particular work or life events occur, regardless of the plan’s regular enrollment dates. When you, or your spouse or any other dependents lose other coverage;
when you marry or have a child, special enrollment is generally available. You must be given at least 30 days to request special registration under the plan.
Summary of benefits and coverage
Your health insurance plan is required by the Affordable Care Act to provide you with an easy-to-understand summary of your coverage.
Every spring, millions of people wonder, “How do I get rid of my allergies ?” When trees and plants bloom, some people experience sneezing, a runny nose, and itchy eyes. Many people who suffer from food allergies or are allergic to certain foods or indoor irritants such as dust and pet dander, want to get rid of their allergy symptoms all year. Here’s a short rundown on what allergies are and how to get rid of their symptoms.
What are allergies ?
Allergies are triggered by the immune system responding inappropriately to harmless substances in our environment. Pet dander, dust mites, food (such as peanuts or shellfish), and pollen are all common allergens. When an allergic person gets exposed to an allergen, the body releases a protein, as well as the chemical histamine and other inflammatory chemicals, to combat the allergen. Allergy symptoms are caused by the irritation of the nasal passages, skin, and throat caused by the protein and histamine.
Symptoms of allergies can range from medium to serious. Sneezing, coughing, itchy or watery eyes, a runny or stuffy nose, rash, upset stomach, and swollen lips, tongue, eyes, or face are the most common allergy symptoms. Anaphylaxis is a rare and severe allergic reaction that causes swelling of the mouth and throat, as well as difficulty breathing. If you or anyone close to you develops anaphylaxis, seek medical attention right away.
Allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever, is a natural reaction to allergens inhaled through the nose. Seasonal allergy symptoms can occur only during specific seasons, or they can occur all year. For example, pollen counts or ragweed can be allergy triggers in the summer (when most of us think of allergy season), but some people find dusty indoor air just as annoying in the winter. Allergies are particularly common in the United States, with 40 to 60 million people suffering from allergic rhinitis.
Is it achievable to get rid of allergies definitely?
Yes,it’s possible in some situations. Some children grow out of their allergies, while some adults’ allergies fade over time. The American Academy of Allergy revealed that allergy shots can provide long-term relief for some people, although allergies can recur in others after they stop taking them.
Allergy symptoms can be treated and monitored for the most part, but allergies cannot be cured.
How to Deal with Allergies:
Avoidance
Avoiding the allergens that triggers you is the simplest way to avoid allergies. It’s easier said than done. You can get a new pet if you’re allergic to cats, and you can miss the shellfish section of the menu if you’re allergic to shellfish. However, certain allergens, such as pollen and dust, are ubiquitous and can be difficult to avoid.
Anti-allergy drugs
Antihistamines (such as Zyrtec, Xyzal, Claritin, or Allegra), corticosteroids, decongestants, nasal sprays, and eye drops (such as Zyrtec, Xyzal, Claritin, or Allegra) can help alleviate allergy symptoms. If your symptoms persist or become serious, your doctor can prescribe anti-inflammatory medications for your nose and sinuses, or consult an allergist for further testing and treatment.
Antihistamines
If your allergy symptoms are persistent and bothersome, your doctor can suggest allergy shots. This is a form of immunotherapy that aids in the acclimatization of your immune system to certain allergens. Allergy shots are injections of a small amount of an allergen or a mixture of allergens given on a daily basis, and they can take months or years to function.
Homeopathic treatments
Some home remedies, such as using a saline rinse (most commonly found in a device called a neti pot) to relieve nasal congestion, can help with allergy symptoms. In research, certain supplements, such as butterbur, have been shown to help with symptoms.
Purifiers of the air (HIPA filters)
Indoor allergens can cause sneezing, runny noses, coughing, and scratching, so using an air purifier and/or vacuum with HEPA filters can help reduce the amount of allergens in the air. HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) filters capture 99.97% of dust, pollen, mold, bacteria, and other 0.3 micron-sized airborne particles. A HEPA air purifier will flush out those irritants, while a vacuum with a HEPA filter will collect dust and allergens, preventing them from being expelled in the exhaust.
Cleaning materials and fabrics that are hypoallergenic
Hypoallergenic cleaning products are available that remove allergens on surfaces while causing no irritation to the consumer. Anti-allergen sprays, unscented cleaners and detergents, and dust-trapping cloths are among them (such as microfiber). If you have a fragrance sensitivity, search for items that are labeled “hypo-allergenic,” “unscented,” or “free and clear.”