Thursday 23 June 2016

Causes, Ayurvedic Treatment, Remedies, Oils for Split Hair

Most of the women are really worried about their hair related issues. Some of them suffer from hair fall, dandruff, thinning of hair, graying, burning scalp, loose hair roots etc. most of them complain mainly about the split hair.
All these problems have a solution if you give proper care in proper timings. Since hair is a tool of beauty for all especially to ladies of all age group members bear pain for such a great loss.
Ayurvedic understanding in splitting of hair
Splitting of hair is caused due to dryness according to Ayurveda. Dryness and less oil in your hair will result in splitting of the tip of hair
Local and Systemic effect:
Hair loss can be due to food and habits as well as the local effect produced by the environmental conditions and seasonal effects among the causative factors which causes the complaint of split of the hair.
I am listing down few factors which causes splitting of hair
Local effect-
Dry atmospheric conditions
Exposure to dust, fumes, fog etc
Use of excess of chemical shampoo-perfumes-soap-hair cleansers etc

Winter season and later part of summer
Not applying the hair oils
Improper head bathing habits
Advanced hair care trends incorporated with chemical agents in all the stages for hair care
Unhygienic conditions etc
Systemic effect-
Intake of excess of pulses and non vegetarian diet
Intake of dry-light-spicy-salty food
Lack of nutritious diet
Intake of hormonal tablets and long term medication
Junk food
Food and beverages added with low standard preservatives, coloring agents,  emulsifiers etc
Cytotoxic drugs and radiation etc
Treatment for splitting of hair as per Ayurveda:

For local effect useful formulations-
Wash with Amla juice
Application of Amla powder/Triphala powder soaked in water etc
Wash with Aloe vera juice
Wash with coconut milk
Oils for application in split hair conditions-
Amalaka taila
Chemparutyadi keram
Bhringamalaka taila
Neelibhringadi keram
Malatyadi taila
Malatyadi keram
Mandara taila etc
To get the systemic benefit-
Saptamrita loha
Shatavaryadi rasayana
Dhatri loha
Sarivadyavaleha
Sarivadyasava
Amalaka rasayana
Aravindasava
Shatavari guda etc
Do’s and Don’ts in case of Split hair
Intake of plenty of water, tender coconut water/paper pulp, fruit juice, usage of fenugreek (Methika), milk, raw vegetables like ash gourd, cucumber, carrot etc are recommended in split hair.
Wearing of dark and thick turbans, exposure to dust and fumes, spicy-hot and deep fried food, added chemicals in food, junk food etc are totally to be avoided so as to get rid of split hair.
Last drop
No chemicals can reverse the process of splitting of hair. Nutritious food and diet, proper hair care, oil application to the scalp etc will surely help in preventing and in cure of split hair.
Enjoy the gift of nature…..

Home Remedies for Burns

Having minor burns are very common. This can happen by accidentally touching a hot stove or other things that heat up. But you really don't have to worry about these burns since there are plenty of home remedies for burns.These home remedies can heal up any minor burns.

Top 10 Home Remedies for Burns

  1. Tea Bags

Black tea or green tea bag is a number one choice for home remedies because it has tannic acid. This has the power to draw heat from the burns. You just have to simply place 2-3 tea bags in cool water, then collect the tea in small bowl, and carefully put the tea bags in the burned place.

You can also create a concoction by using 3-4 tea bags, 4 cups of hot water and 2 cups of mint leaves. Just strain the mixture and let it cool. Gently dab the mixture on the affected burned skin.



  1. Ice Cube

This remedy is very popular and quick. Accidents in dining table happens with both adults and kids like sipping hot chocolate or soup before it is cool enough. If you are suffering from burned tongue, you can treat it with ice cubes instead of cool water by putting it in the affected area.
  1. Vinegar

After applying vinegar in the burned part you can feel immediate relief. This is a very common remedy for burnes.To use vinegar put a cottonball in white vinegar and dab it carefully to the affected part. Vinegar contains antiseptic and astringent properties which can prevent any infection caused by various types of burns. Vinegar can also aid in healing of the burned skin really fast.
  1. Oatmeal

It becomes very itchy and irritating when minor burns heal. To get rid of this itchiness put some breakfast cereal in the tub. Then place one cup of crumbled oatmeal in a bathtub of lukewarm water.  Soak at least 15 minutes and then dry. The thin coat of oatmeal have to remain in the skin.
  1. Raw Potato

You might be really surprised with this technique but this is a very effective one.This can lessen the risk of developing blisters in the area. You can cut the raw potato into several slices and gently rub it in the burn. Release the juice of potato in the burned skin.

  1. Egg Whites

This is another popular home remedy for burns. Separate whites from yolks and then soak the burned skin in the egg whites. You will no longer feel the pain associated with the burns after soaking the burned skin in egg white.

Home Remedies for Burns

Having minor burns are very common. This can happen by accidentally touching a hot stove or other things that heat up. But you really don't have to worry about these burns since there are plenty of home remedies for burns.These home remedies can heal up any minor burns.

Top 10 Home Remedies for Burns

  1. Tea Bags

Black tea or green tea bag is a number one choice for home remedies because it has tannic acid. This has the power to draw heat from the burns. You just have to simply place 2-3 tea bags in cool water, then collect the tea in small bowl, and carefully put the tea bags in the burned place.

You can also create a concoction by using 3-4 tea bags, 4 cups of hot water and 2 cups of mint leaves. Just strain the mixture and let it cool. Gently dab the mixture on the affected burned skin.



  1. Ice Cube

This remedy is very popular and quick. Accidents in dining table happens with both adults and kids like sipping hot chocolate or soup before it is cool enough. If you are suffering from burned tongue, you can treat it with ice cubes instead of cool water by putting it in the affected area.
  1. Vinegar

After applying vinegar in the burned part you can feel immediate relief. This is a very common remedy for burnes.To use vinegar put a cottonball in white vinegar and dab it carefully to the affected part. Vinegar contains antiseptic and astringent properties which can prevent any infection caused by various types of burns. Vinegar can also aid in healing of the burned skin really fast.
  1. Oatmeal

It becomes very itchy and irritating when minor burns heal. To get rid of this itchiness put some breakfast cereal in the tub. Then place one cup of crumbled oatmeal in a bathtub of lukewarm water.  Soak at least 15 minutes and then dry. The thin coat of oatmeal have to remain in the skin.
  1. Raw Potato

You might be really surprised with this technique but this is a very effective one.This can lessen the risk of developing blisters in the area. You can cut the raw potato into several slices and gently rub it in the burn. Release the juice of potato in the burned skin.

  1. Egg Whites

This is another popular home remedy for burns. Separate whites from yolks and then soak the burned skin in the egg whites. You will no longer feel the pain associated with the burns after soaking the burned skin in egg white.

Home Remedies for Burns

Having minor burns are very common. This can happen by accidentally touching a hot stove or other things that heat up. But you really don't have to worry about these burns since there are plenty of home remedies for burns.These home remedies can heal up any minor burns.

Top 10 Home Remedies for Burns

  1. Tea Bags

Black tea or green tea bag is a number one choice for home remedies because it has tannic acid. This has the power to draw heat from the burns. You just have to simply place 2-3 tea bags in cool water, then collect the tea in small bowl, and carefully put the tea bags in the burned place.

You can also create a concoction by using 3-4 tea bags, 4 cups of hot water and 2 cups of mint leaves. Just strain the mixture and let it cool. Gently dab the mixture on the affected burned skin.



  1. Ice Cube

This remedy is very popular and quick. Accidents in dining table happens with both adults and kids like sipping hot chocolate or soup before it is cool enough. If you are suffering from burned tongue, you can treat it with ice cubes instead of cool water by putting it in the affected area.
  1. Vinegar

After applying vinegar in the burned part you can feel immediate relief. This is a very common remedy for burnes.To use vinegar put a cottonball in white vinegar and dab it carefully to the affected part. Vinegar contains antiseptic and astringent properties which can prevent any infection caused by various types of burns. Vinegar can also aid in healing of the burned skin really fast.
  1. Oatmeal

It becomes very itchy and irritating when minor burns heal. To get rid of this itchiness put some breakfast cereal in the tub. Then place one cup of crumbled oatmeal in a bathtub of lukewarm water.  Soak at least 15 minutes and then dry. The thin coat of oatmeal have to remain in the skin.
  1. Raw Potato

You might be really surprised with this technique but this is a very effective one.This can lessen the risk of developing blisters in the area. You can cut the raw potato into several slices and gently rub it in the burn. Release the juice of potato in the burned skin.

  1. Egg Whites

This is another popular home remedy for burns. Separate whites from yolks and then soak the burned skin in the egg whites. You will no longer feel the pain associated with the burns after soaking the burned skin in egg white.

Wednesday 15 June 2016

8 Gorgeous Vacation Rentals Around Kottayam

An amazing view with nice curtains calmly blowing breeze, Bedroom with AC facilities, Neat and well maintained home, Kitchens with Gas Connection,Utensils, Refrigerator and Microwave. Fully furnished Living room with TV, Bathrooms fitted with Geysers, Computer with WI-Fi connections. Ample Car Parking and a home Closer to Railway station.
These are the descriptions of our idyllic daydreams… and, perhaps, our soon-to-be realities. And yes, for the right price, you can have them too..
We set out to find the most gorgeous villas Kottayam has to offer—for rent. You can scroll to explore them now and look forward to planning your picture-perfect vacation.




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A compact vacation rentals to stay in for a family trip to Kottayam. A peaceful place with cosmopolitan comfort.
WHERE: SH Mount, Kottayam
BEDROOMS: 6
ACCOMMODATES: 12 guests
RATE: Rs. 6000 per day


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2.Sankranthi



Wedding season is here! Consider vacation rentals for housing all of your out-of-town family & guests.
WHERE: Near to Catholic Knanaya Church, Kottayam
BEDROOMS: 4
ACCOMMODATES: 8 guests
RATE: Rs. 1500 per day



The perfect escape for any city-dweller seeking a slice of paradise.
WHERE: Near Sacred Heart Church, Kottayam
BEDROOMS: 3
ACCOMMODATES: 6 guests
RATE: Rs. 2500 per day
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4.Manappurathu House


Getting ready to kick off a fabulous Memorial Day Weekend with your friends and relatives in this spacious villa situated in a 40 cents picturesque land.
WHERE: Pullarikunnu, Kottayam
BEDROOMS: 4
ACCOMMODATES: 6 guests
RATE: Rs. 4500 per day


5.Nakshathra

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This three bedroom flat located near collectorate is very much closer to railway station. The ideal place to unwind while exploring the bustling artistic scene of Kottayam City.
WHERE: Near Collectorate, Kottayam
BEDROOMS: 3
ACCOMMODATES: 6 guests
RATE: Rs. 1500 per day


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6.Kandathil


Take your vacation to the next level by relaxing in the beautifully breezy interiors.
WHERE: SH Mount, Kottayam
BEDROOMS: 3
ACCOMMODATES: 6 guests
RATE: Rs. 2500 per day


7.Villa in Kumarakom

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The epitome of Kerala living, this modern villa in kumarakom brings together contemporary comfort, and nature-minded design. A spacious balcony, sleek kitchen, warm patio, living room with natural light is the perfect retreat after exploring Kottayam.
WHERE: Near YMCA, Kottayam
BEDROOMS: 3
ACCOMMODATES: 6 guests
RATE: Rs. 2500 per day


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8.Keezhikunnu


Beautifully designed flood proof home in Kottayam, even if it's raining!
WHERE: Near kanjikuzhy, kottayam
BEDROOMS: 2
ACCOMMODATES: 4 guests
RATE: Rs. 1500 per day