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Lemon oil is one of the highly used essential oils when it comes to beautifying our skin. It is extracted from fresh lemon peel. Lemon oil possesses multiple attributes making it good for our skin health. The lemon essential oil has anti-bacterial and astringent properties. Therefore, people, especially with acne-prone skin, can make use of lemon oil. It reduces inflammation, helps get rid of clogged pores and exfoliates our skin. The anti-bacterial and anti-fungal property of lemon oil reduces the risk of skin infections. Lemon oil can be used as a face cleanser. Its antioxidant properties make lemon oil good...

Lactose intolerance is a digestive disorder, due to inability to digest lactose sugar found in milk and milk products. It can be recognised by the presence of various symptoms including bloating or flatulence, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps after consuming lactose containing food. What causes it? It is caused by reduced production of the lactase enzyme present in your gut responsible for lactose sugar digestion. Additionally, in secondary type of lactase deficiency, the intolerance may arise due to infection, or gastrointestinal surgery. Although, it is less common as compared to primary lactose intolerance. The diagnosis of lactose intolerance requires proper assessment...

Eucalyptus oil is obtained from a eucalyptus tree and has been used traditionally in many countries like India, China, Greece and Europe. This oil obtained is used to make essential oils and is also used certain antiseptic creams, lotions, pain relievers and dental creams. Eucalyptus oil is obtained after the distillation of leaves which are highly beneficial as they contain certain antioxidants, flavonoids and tannins which are anti-inflammatory. Let’s understand some of the reasons why eucalyptus oil is so popular since ancient times. Relieves cough and congestion - Eucalyptus oil can provide relief from the symptoms of cough and nasal...

Well, it is a known fact that nut butter is known to provide health benefits and among various available options, peanut butter is the most common. Peanut butter sandwich is a staple snack for kids and never loses its appeal due to its rich flavour. Read on to learn about the other common types of nut butter. If you are allergic to peanuts, then you may also be allergic to other tree nuts like almonds, cashews or hazelnuts. So, check with your doctor in case of any symptoms or family history of nut allergies. Important nutrients of nuts are as...

Water is vital to carry out various bodily functions, largely responsible to deliver nutrients and eliminate waste products or toxins. But when excess water retains within the tissues or cavities it leads to water retention. The symptoms are feeling bloated, swelling in fingers, feet or face etc. It can happen due to several reasons at different phases such as pre-menstruation, pregnancy or high sodium diet, less water intake, high-stress levels, lack of sleep, jet lag etc. Although these are general conditions for water retention in which certain foods can help you rid off the excess water, it can be a...