Darul Hijamah

22/07/2017

Has your doctor said you have high cholesterol?

Let us today find simple lifestyle changes to bring cholestrol to normal limits.

1. Know Good and Bad
Your body needs a small amount of cholesterol. But many people have too much, especially the “bad” kind, or LDL cholesterol. That can happen if you eat too much saturated fat, found mainly in foods from animals. If your LDL level is too high, plaque can build up in your heart's arteries and lead to heart disease. The “good” cholesterol, HDL, helps clear LDL from your blood.

For example, egg yolks are loaded with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants (making the myth about only eating egg whites for a flat belly completely false); avocados and olive oil are rich in heart-healthy, health-boosting fatty acids; many species of fish are a great source of inflammation-reducing omega-3s; and coconut oil is a prime source of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), well known for their appetite regulation, energy, and immune benefits.

One serving of meat or fish is about what fits in your palm. One serving of fresh fruit is about the size of your fist. And a snack of nuts or serving of cooked vegetables, rice, or pasta should fit in your cupped hand.

Boost Your Omega-3s
You can eat fish twice a week. It’s a great source of protein and omega-3s, which are a type of fat your body needs. Omega-3s help lower levels of triglycerides, a type of fat in the blood. They may also cut down on cholesterol, slowing the growth of plaque in arteries. Go for fatty fish, such as salmon, tuna, trout, and sardines. Grill, roast, bake, or broil, but don’t fry them.

Think Delicious and Nutritious
Load your plate with fruits and vegetables -- aim for five to nine servings each day -- to bring down your LDL level. Antioxidants in these foods may provide the benefit, along with fiber. And you may eat less fatty food if you fill up on produce. Bonus: You'll also help lower blood pressure and keep your weight in check.

Remember No Frying

Start Your Day With Whole Grains
A bowl of oatmeal is a smart choice. It fills you up, making it easier not to overeat at lunch. The fiber also curbs LDL cholesterol. Whole grains aren’t just for breakfast. You’ve got plenty of options to try later in the day, such as brown or wild rice, popcorn, and barley.

Talbina in the morning is the best choice.

Go Nuts
Need a snack? A handful of almonds, pecans, pistachios, walnuts, or other nuts is a tasty treat. They are high in monounsaturated fat, which lowers LDL "bad" cholesterol but leaves HDL "good" cholesterol alone. Studies show that people who eat about an ounce of nuts a day are less likely to get heart disease. Keep the portion small, so you limit fat and calories.

Make It Unsaturated
You need some fat in your diet, but probably less than you think. Plus, the type of fat matters. Unsaturated fats

Olive oil is best

Pick the Best Carbs
Beans and whole grains such as brown rice, quinoa, and whole wheat have more fiber and don’t spike your blood sugar. They will lower cholesterol and make you feel full longer. Other carbs, like those found in white bread, white potatoes, white rice, and pastries, boost blood sugar levels more quickly so you feel hungry sooner, which can lead you to overeat.

Go for 30
Just half an hour of physical activity 5 days a week can lower your bad and raise your good cholesterol levels. More exercise is even better. Being active also helps you reach and keep a healthy weight, which cuts your chance of developing clogged arteries. You don't have to exercise for 30 minutes straight. You can break it up into 10-minute sessions. Or go for 20 minutes of harder exercise, like running, three times a week.

Walk It Off
It's simple, convenient, and all you need is a good pair of shoes. Aerobic exercise ("cardio") such as brisk walking lowers the chance of stroke and heart disease, helps you lose weight, keeps bones strong, and is great for your mood and stress management. If you're not active now, start with a 10-minute walk and build up from there.

Be Smart When You Eat Out
Restaurant food can be loaded with saturated fat, calories, and sodium. Even “healthy” choices may come in supersize portions. To stay on track:

Choose broiled, baked, steamed, and grilled foods -- not fried.
Get sauces on the side.
Ask for half of your meal to be boxed up before you get it.

Stay Chill
Over time, out-of-control stress becomes a problem. It raises your blood pressure, and for some people, it might mean higher cholesterol levels. Make it a priority to relax. It can be as simple as taking some slow, deep breaths. You can also meditate, pray, socialize with people you enjoy, and exercise. And if some of the things that stress you out are things you can change, go for it!

Best is to come over to hijama wellness centre, spend your day.

Fats, on the other hand, are instrumental in the regulation of your overall hormonal balance, including many fat-burning hormones. When you understand how to choose the right fats, replacing high-carb items in your diet such as bread, bagels, muffins, baked goods, and pasta with more of these fat-burning, healthful "fatty foods", you’ll be well on your way to a flatter belly.

03/07/2017

Surah An-Naml

وَأَلْقِ عَصَاكَ ۚ فَلَمَّا رَآهَا تَهْتَزُّ كَأَنَّهَا جَانٌّ وَلَّىٰ مُدْبِرًا وَلَمْ يُعَقِّبْ ۚ يَا مُوسَىٰ لَا تَخَفْ إِنِّي لَا يَخَافُ لَدَيَّ الْمُرْسَلُونَ (27:10)

تو اپنی ﻻٹھی ڈال دے، موسیٰ نے جب اسے ہلتا جلتا دیکھا اس طرح کہ گویا وه ایک سانﭗ ہے تو منھ موڑے ہوئے پیٹھ پھیر کر بھاگے اور پلٹ کر بھی نہ دیکھا، اے موسیٰ! خوف نہ کھا، میرے حضور میں پیغمبر ڈرا نہیں کرتے (27:10)
And throw down your stick! But when he saw it moving as if it were a snake, he turned in flight, and did not look back. (It was said): "O Musa (Moses)! Fear not, verily! The Messengers fear not in front of Me. (27:10)

إِلَّا مَنْ ظَلَمَ ثُمَّ بَدَّلَ حُسْنًا بَعْدَ سُوءٍ فَإِنِّي غَفُورٌ رَحِيمٌ (27:11)

لیکن جو لوگ ﻇلم کریں پھر اس کے عوض نیکی کریں اس برائی کے پیچھے تو میں بھی بخشنے واﻻ مہربان ہوں (27:11)
Except him who has done wrong and afterwards has changed evil for good, then surely, I am Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful. (27:11)

وَأَدْخِلْ يَدَكَ فِي جَيْبِكَ تَخْرُجْ بَيْضَاءَ مِنْ غَيْرِ سُوءٍ ۖ فِي تِسْعِ آيَاتٍ إِلَىٰ فِرْعَوْنَ وَقَوْمِهِ ۚ إِنَّهُمْ كَانُوا قَوْمًا فَاسِقِينَ (27:12)

اور اپنا ہاتھ اپنے گریبان میں ڈال، وه سفید چمکیلا ہو کر نکلے گا بغیر کسی عیب کے، تو نو نشانیاں لے کر فرعون اور اس کی قوم کی طرف جا، یقیناً وه بدکاروں کا گروه ہے (27:12)
And put your hand into your bosom, it will come forth white without hurt. (These are) among the nine signs (you will take) to Fir'aun (Pharaoh) and his people, they are a people who are the Fasiqun (rebellious, disobedient to Allah). (27:12)

English translation by Dr. Mohsin Khan and Hilali
Urdu translation by Muhammad Junagarhi

30/06/2017

Surah An-Naml

بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ
طس ۚ تِلْكَ آيَاتُ الْقُرْآنِ وَكِتَابٍ مُبِينٍ (27:1)

طٰس، یہ آیتیں ہیں قرآن کی (یعنی واضح) اور روشن کتاب کی (27:1)
Ta-Sin. [These letters are one of the miracles of the Quran, and none but Allah (Alone) knows their meanings]. These are the Verses of the Quran, and (it is) a Book (that makes things) clear; (27:1)

هُدًى وَبُشْرَىٰ لِلْمُؤْمِنِينَ (27:2)

ہدایت اور خوشخبری ایمان والوں کے لیے (27:2)
A guide (to the Right Path); and glad tidings for the believers [who believe in the Oneness of Allah (i.e. Islamic Monotheism)]. (27:2)

الَّذِينَ يُقِيمُونَ الصَّلَاةَ وَيُؤْتُونَ الزَّكَاةَ وَهُمْ بِالْآخِرَةِ هُمْ يُوقِنُونَ (27:3)

جو نماز قائم کرتے ہیں اور زکوٰة ادا کرتے ہیں اور آخرت پر یقین رکھتے ہیں (27:3)
Those who perform As-Salat (Iqamat-as-Salat) and give Zakat and they believe with certainty in the Hereafter (resurrection, recompense of their good and bad deeds, Paradise and Hell, etc.). (27:3)

إِنَّ الَّذِينَ لَا يُؤْمِنُونَ بِالْآخِرَةِ زَيَّنَّا لَهُمْ أَعْمَالَهُمْ فَهُمْ يَعْمَهُونَ (27:4)

جو لوگ قیامت پر ایمان نہیں ﻻتے ہم نے انہیں ان کے کرتوت زینت دار کر دکھائے ہیں، پس وه بھٹکتے پھرتے ہیں (27:4)
Verily, those who believe not in the Hereafter, We have made their deeds fair-seeming to them, so they wander about blindly. (27:4)

أُولَٰئِكَ الَّذِينَ لَهُمْ سُوءُ الْعَذَابِ وَهُمْ فِي الْآخِرَةِ هُمُ الْأَخْسَرُونَ (27:5)

یہی لوگ ہیں جن کے لیے برا عذاب ہے اور آخرت میں بھی وه سخت نقصان یافتہ ہیں (27:5)
They are those for whom there will be an evil torment (in this world). And in the Hereafter they will be the greatest losers. (27:5)

English translation by Dr. Mohsin Khan and Hilali
Urdu translation by Muhammad Junagarhi

28/06/2017

Sahih al-Bukhari, Medicine
Book 76, Hadith 1
Narrated 'Abu Huraira:
The Prophet (pbuh) said, "There is no disease that Allah has created, except that He also has created its treatment."

28/06/2017

27/06/2017

The Prophet ﷺ said:

"The best treatment is hijama cupping; it removes blood, lightens the back and sharpens the eyesight.”

(At-Tirmidhi, 3053)

Pyare Nabi Muhammad p.b.u.h. ne farmaya; jiska mahfoom hai ki:

"Hijamah sabse badhiya ilaaj hai. Isse ganda khoon nikal jata hai, pusht ko halka karta hai air aankho ki rishni badhata hai"
(Tirmidhi: 3053)

17/05/2017

Has your doctor said you have high cholesterol?

(Drafted by Dr.Junaid Khan, Hijamah wellness centre, Bangalore)

Let us today find simple lifestyle changes to bring cholesterol to normal limits.

1). Know Good and Bad

Your body needs a small amount of cholesterol. But many people have too much, especially the “bad” kind, or LDL cholesterol. That can happen if you eat too much saturated fat, found mainly in foods from animals. If your LDL level is too high, plaque can build up in your heart's arteries and lead to heart disease. The “good” cholesterol, HDL, helps clear LDL from your blood.

For example, egg yolks are loaded with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants (making the myth about only eating egg whites for a flat belly completely false); avocados and olive oil are rich in heart-healthy, health-boosting fatty acids; many species of fish are a great source of inflammation-reducing omega-3s; and coconut oil is a prime source of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), well known for their appetite regulation, energy, and immune benefits.

One serving of meat or fish is about what fits in your palm. One serving of fresh fruit is about the size of your fist. And a snack of nuts or serving of cooked vegetables, rice, or pasta should fit in your cupped hand.

2). Boost Your Omega-3s

You can eat fish twice a week. It’s a great source of protein and omega-3s, which are a type of fat your body needs. Omega-3s help lower levels of triglycerides, a type of fat in the blood. They may also cut down on cholesterol, slowing the growth of plaque in arteries. Go for fatty fish, such as salmon, tuna, trout, and sardines. Grill, roast, bake, or broil, but don’t fry them.

3). Think Delicious and Nutritious

Load your plate with fruits and vegetables -- aim for five to nine servings each day -- to bring down your LDL level. Antioxidants in these foods may provide the benefit, along with fiber. And you may eat less fatty food if you fill up on produce. Bonus: You'll also help lower blood pressure and keep your weight in check.

4).Remember No Frying

Start Your Day With Whole Grains
A bowl of oatmeal is a smart choice. It fills you up, making it easier not to overeat at lunch. The fiber also curbs LDL cholesterol. Whole grains aren’t just for breakfast. You’ve got plenty of options to try later in the day, such as brown or wild rice, popcorn, and barley.
Talbina in the morning is the best choice.

5). Go Nuts

Need a snack? A handful of almonds, pecans, pistachios, walnuts, or other nuts is a tasty treat. They are high in monounsaturated fat, which lowers LDL "bad" cholesterol but leaves HDL "good" cholesterol alone. Studies show that people who eat about an ounce of nuts a day are less likely to get heart disease. Keep the portion small, so you limit fat and calories.

6). Make It Unsaturated

You need some fat in your diet, but probably less than you think. Plus, the type of fat matters. Unsaturated fats.
Olive oil is best

7). Pick the Best Carbs

Beans and whole grains such as brown rice, quinoa, and whole wheat have more fiber and don’t spike your blood sugar. They will lower cholesterol and make you feel full longer. Other carbs, like those found in white bread, white potatoes, white rice, and pastries, boost blood sugar levels more quickly so you feel hungry sooner, which can lead you to overeat.

8). Go for 30

Just half an hour of physical activity 5 days a week can lower your bad and raise your good cholesterol levels. More exercise is even better. Being active also helps you reach and keep a healthy weight, which cuts your chance of developing clogged arteries. You don't have to exercise for 30 minutes straight. You can break it up into 10-minute sessions. Or go for 20 minutes of harder exercise, like running, three times a week.

9). Walk It Off

It's simple, convenient, and all you need is a good pair of shoes. Aerobic exercise ("cardio") such as brisk walking lowers the chance of stroke and heart disease, helps you lose weight, keeps bones strong, and is great for your mood and stress management. If you're not active now, start with a 10-minute walk and build up from there.

10). Be Smart When You Eat Out

Restaurant food can be loaded with saturated fat, calories, and sodium. Even “healthy” choices may come in supersize portions. To stay on track:

11). Choose broiled, baked, steamed, and grilled foods -- not fried.
Get sauces on the side.
Ask for half of your meal to be boxed up before you get it.

12). Stay Chill

Over time, out-of-control stress becomes a problem. It raises your blood pressure, and for some people, it might mean higher cholesterol levels. Make it a priority to relax. It can be as simple as taking some slow, deep breaths. You can also meditate, pray, socialize with people you enjoy, and exercise. And if some of the things that stress you out are things you can change, go for it!

13). Best is to come over to our hijamah centre, spend your day.

Fats, on the other hand, are instrumental in the regulation of your overall hormonal balance, including many fat-burning hormones. When you understand how to choose the right fats, replacing high-carb items in your diet such as bread, bagels, muffins, baked goods, and pasta with more of these fat-burning, healthful "fatty foods", you’ll be well on your way to a flatter belly.

13/05/2017

WHAT EXACTLY IS STAGNANT BLOOD- BLOOD STASIS

In Wet cupping Therapy (Hijamah) both of the above terms are often used interchangeably, they both refer to the same thing.

But has anyone ever thought what these terms mean?
For the body to remain healthy it must be constantly moistened, nourished, and detoxified by an abundant supply of clean, fresh blood. When the blood does not circulate freely, known as blood stasis, the body begins to show signs of disease. These signs include but are not limited to the following: stabbing pain that is worse when pressed upon, fixed masses on the surface of the body, dark complexion, rough scaly dry skin, dry hair, a purple cast to the lips and finger nails, a dark purple tongue with possible signs of bruising, and a sluggish feeling pulse.

There are two different kinds of blood stasis manifestation in the body which include blood that has leaked from the vessels and is lodged in the tissues, and blood that has stagnated or coagulated in the blood vessels and have become occluded (blood vessels that transport energy and blood throughout the body) and organs.

The location of the blood stasis will determine the kinds of symptoms that the person will experience. For example, blood that has stagnated in the liver will present as stabbing pain and abdominal mass. In the heart stagnation can show up as chest pain and palpitation. In the stomach it can cause blackish looking stool and possible vomiting of blood, and in the lung as chest pain and possible coughing up of blood. These are all extreme versions of blood stagnations as presented in uttermost cases.

However In the clinic we see much milder cases including pain from traumatic injuries such as sports injuries, painful menstruation and cramps, and migraine headaches degenerative diseases.
Blood stasis presents in numerous combinations with other pathogenic disharmonies. When the body presents with blood stasis signs, dizziness, palpitations, insomnia, and the tongue is pale rather than purple, this is indicative of blood stasis with underlying blood deficiency. In this case the body does not have enough blood to properly circulate, so the blood becomes sluggish and stagnates.

When blood stasis signs are accompanied by cold limbs, which are made better upon warming, this is due to stagnation in major blood vessels as is the case in Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). This can also show up as painful menstrual period, delayed menstruation with dark purple clots, pale tongue, and a pulse that feels deep and slow. In this case the cold has caused the blood to congeal and become sluggish. This leads to pain and the other symptoms mentioned above.

Due to time this once fresh blood becomes stagnated and remains in its place for the entirety of its length and becomes agglomerated with more dead blood cells collating and forming a blood clot and changes into decomposing waste matter which eventually begins to break down and decay.
It is during this process that this blood causes septic complications within the body.

The benefits of having this stagnated blood removed

1) Diverts and expels the toxins

2) Organs are made devoid of such harmful substances

3) Removes excess heat from within and from the surface of the body.

4) Removes inflammation from tissues that have sustained injury.

5) Induces Homeostasis- The body`s ability to repair itself. Healing from within the body as well as a host of many other benefits from this prophetic treatment.

What is found in blood exhumed by Hijamah?

Just as the body passes out waste excrement through the digestive tract. The same can be said about this septic blood.
so what does a sample of hijamah blood contain.....

1) Burr Cells-redundant or dead red blood cells

2) Interstitial cellular fluids

3) High yields of Hypochromic cells usually seen in
anaemic patients.

4) Target cells observed in patients suffering from pathological disorders

5) Lymphocytes- again found in areas of injury

6) Creatinine levels are usually higher than venous blood

7) Plasma ratios are significantly lower in Hijamah blood than venous blood

8) Lipids;-
Triglycerides and Cholesterol amongst other

9) Higher nitrogenous waste.

10) Highly pigmented reddish brown in colour.

Finally this blood is extremely viscous and highly acidic with a pH value ranging anything from 4.5 to 7.

Having the treatment of hijamah administered is the same as having the body serviced and tuned at the same time...SubhaanAllah.

This blood is NOT the same as fresh healthy venous or vascular blood which is light red in colour and is rich in nourishing compounds.

02/05/2017

Some of the reports on food exports from India show we rank among the top in agri-food rejects to USA & EU as per the UNIDO reports. The key reasons for rejects implicated in the reports were – mycotoxins, microbial contamination, veterinary drug residues, heavy metals, unauthorised food additives, product composition and pesticide residues.

Ever wondered if this was the quality for exports, what could be the standards of internal consumption for us Indians?

The Endosulfan Tragedy in Kerala has killed over 4,000 people and many have been affected since the 1970’s. Endosulfan is an internationally banned insecticide that was earlier used in cashew plantations to increase the product yield.

As technology and research has advanced, we have moved to synthetic preservatives which help store and protect food from spoilage for extremely long periods (class 2 preservatives). While they may protect the food, they’re definitely harming us. Studies suggest that synthetic food preservatives like Sodium benzoate and Sodium nitrite can cause hyper reactivity in children and have been linked to gastric cancer as well. These preservatives are commonly found in cold drinks, processed meat, canned food and most importantly, ready-to-make food products.

Adulterants range from chalk powder (common in milk), saw dust (found in chilli powder), non-permitted dyes (common in turmeric powder) to coal tar (found in tea powder). Vegetables like green chillies and green peas are coated with malachite green (highly carcinogenic and are used as dyes to study bacteria) to enhance the colour and fruits like apples are coated with wax give them a glossy finish.

Today’s times would be rightly called “instant, unlimited and more” era. Man is in search of instant – coffee, pizza, burger, food and even success instantly. Unlimited food seems to be the most attractive and sought after option to make a dining choice. The more the better is our current attitude.

29/04/2017

A WORD OF CAUTION

An increasing amount of clients are making us aware of bad experiences they had with hijama before coming to us. We at *Darul Hijamah* want you to get the maximum benefit achievable and have the best Hijama experience. Please do not let past bad experiences discourage you from the Sunnah of Hijama.

The incisions should only be light scratches on the surface of the skin. We are seeing clients with deep cuts from previous unexperienced hijamists.

The toxic blood is not found in the veins, but in the capillaries (the tiny blood vessels just under the surface of the skin). Therefore light and small incisions are sufficient to draw the toxins out. We believe *minimum cups maximum benefit*

29/04/2017

થોડા શબ્દો, તકેદારી પૂરતા...

વધતા જતા દર્દીઓને કારણે દર્દીઓને ભુતકાળમાં થયેલા ખરાબ અનુભવો પણ અમારા ધ્યાનમાં આવી રહ્યા છે. "દારૂલ હિજામહ" માં અમે આપને હિજામહ થી વધુ માં વધુ ફાયદો પહોંચાડવાના અને હીજામહના સૌથી બેહતર અનુભવ માટે સતત કાર્યરત છીએ.

પ્લીઝ તમારા જુના ખરાબ અનુભવોના કારણે આ અઝીમ સુન્નતથી વંચીત ન રહેશો.

હિજામહ માટે કટ બિલકુલ હલકી ખરોચ જેવા હોવા જોઈએ. અમે અમારી પાસે આવતા દર્દીઓનાં શરીર પર પહેલા કરાવેલા હિજામહના ઊંડા ઊંડા ઘાવ જોઈને ખરેખર દુખ અનુભવીએ છીએ. હિજામહવા નામે થઈ રહેલી કસાઈગીરી ખરેખર દુખ અને અફસોસની વાત છે.

ઝેરી લોહી નસેમાં નથી દોડતું, એ તો ચામડીના નીચે એક બિલકુલ પાતળા પડમાં (capillary bed) હોય છે, જેને કાઢવા માટે બિલકુલ નાના અને બારીક કટ (scratch) ની જરૂર રહે છે.

અમે "ઓછામાં ઓછા કપ અને વધુમાં વધુ રિઝલ્ટ", એ નિયમમાં માનીયે છીએ.

25/04/2017

An apple a day keeps the doctor away, and so does a daily dose of apple cider vinegar. Apple cider vinegar is a type of vinegar made from apples and has a characteristic amber color.Over the centuries, apple cider vinegar has been used for many purposes: making pickles, killing weeds, cleaning coffee makers, polishing armor, and dressing salads. Apple cider vinegar is also one of the most popular go-to ingredients in your kitchen, offering many natural health benefits.It is rich in minerals, like potassium, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, and copper, as well as vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, C, and E, bioflavonoids, and pectin. Moreover, due to its acetic acid content, apple cider vinegar helps your body absorb essential minerals from the foods you eat.Here are the top 10 health benefits of apple cider vinegar. For best results, use organic, raw and unfiltered apple cider vinegar.

1. Controls Blood Sugar

Your body produces insulin to manage the level of sugar in your blood. The antiglycemic effects of apple cider vinegar help improve insulin sensitivity.People who have insulin resistance should have a dose of apple cider vinegar with each meal. Mix one teaspoon of apple cider vinegar with one glass of filtered water.Drink this three times daily to steady your stomach’s digestion rate, which in turn increases the time your body has to process new sugars and keeps your blood sugar levels more stable.

2. Whitens Teeth

If you are embarrassed because you have yellow teeth, apple cider vinegar is a cheap and simple way to restore your teeth’s natural pearly white sheen. Apple cider vinegar helps remove stains and kill bacteria in your mouth and gums.All you need to do is gargle with apple cider vinegar every morning and then brush your teeth as usual. Regularly eating apples also helps, as the crunchy fruit scrubs your teeth like a toothbrush.

3. Treats Constipation

Apple cider vinegar contains pectin, a water-soluble fiber that promotes bowel movements. This makes it a great natural treatment for constipation.Add two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar to a glass of water and drink it three times a day. You can add apple or grape juice to the mix to make it more palatable.

4. Promotes Weight Loss

Regular consumption of raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar can also promote weight loss. Apple cider vinegar is a good source of acetic acid.Studies have found that obese people who consumed acetic acid daily for 12 weeks enjoyed a significant decrease in body weight, abdominal fat, waist circumference, and triglycerides. The acetic acid also helps prevent buildup of body fat and certain liver fats.

5. Nourishes Hair

A solution of apple cider vinegar and water, mixed in equal proportions, makes a wonderful natural hair conditioner. It helps nourish the hair, giving it a shine and soft texture.It’s also effective as a home remedy for dandruff. Apple cider vinegar destroys the fungus that causes dandruff and restores the pH balance of the scalp.To treat dandruff, apply a 50/50 mixture of water and apple cider vinegar to the scalp, leave it on for 15 minutes to an hour and then rinse it out. Follow this remedy once or twice in a week.

6. Gives Glowing Skin

Apple cider vinegar can help treat blemishes, reduce wrinkles and tone your skin. For blemishes, apple cider vinegar is a good astringent. Soak a cotton pad in diluted apple cider vinegar and dab it on your blemishes to dry them out and help them heal.To minimize the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, soak a cotton pad in diluted apple cider vinegar and apply it to the areas you want to treat. It will help tighten and plump up your skin a bit.To use as a toner, mix half a cup of apple cider vinegar with a cup of water and apply it all over your face. Regular use of this solution will help maintain the pH balance in your skin and prevent various types of skin infections.

7. Combats Leg Cramps

Many people suffer from painful night time leg cramps. Apple cider vinegar’s rich mineral content helps reduce the frequency, intensity and pain of leg cramps.When cramping occurs, simply sip some apple cider vinegar diluted in a glass of warm water. Within a few minutes, the cramping will diminish. You can also add two tablespoons apple cider vinegar and a little honey to a glass of water and drink it slowly.

8. Treats Colds and Coughs

Apple cider vinegar is a favorite remedy for the common cold, cough or sore throat. Mix one teaspoon each of apple cider vinegar, honey and warm water. Adding some mashed ginger to this mixture further enhances its medicinal properties.Drink one teaspoon of this mixture, three times a day, for relief from congestion, coughing and a stuffy nose.

9. Fights Infection

Apple cider vinegar’s antiseptic properties make it effective against bacterial and fungal infections. It is useful, for example, in treating ear infections, bladder infections, candidiasis.For an ear infection, rinse the ear with diluted apple cider vinegar. For a bladder infection or candidiasis, drink a glass of warm water and on teaspoons of apple cider vinegar every night until symptoms improve.

10. Lowers Blood Cholesterol

Research has shown that apple cider vinegar can help improve your blood’s lipid profile by decreasing the levels of triglycerides and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL) or bad cholesterol, while increasing the level of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL) or good cholesterol. This is especially important to manage or prevent complications resulting from diabetes.These are just a few of the reported uses for apple cider vinegar. There are many more health benefits of this inexpensive kitchen ingredient. So next time when you go grocery shopping, do not forget to pick up a bottle of it so you have it on hand when you might need it.