BENEFITS OF ROSEHIP OIL

Benefits of rosehip oil are immense for your skin and body. Rosehip or rose haw or rose hep is the fruit of a rose bush and is mainly orange in colour. Apart from containing high level of vitamin C and vitamin A, this oil is rich in fatty acids like oleic acid, linoleic acid and palmitic acid. In this blog I will try to summarise the benefits of this oil for skin and other usage also.

Benefits for Skin:

• Rosehip oil is extremely rich in vitamin C. Vitamin C is a very strong anti-oxidant.
• Vitamin A  in rosehip oil helps to reduce wrinkles. So you can use it as an anti-wrinkle treatment which will help to keep your skin fresh and young.
• If you use this essential oil after a full day of exposure in sun, it will reduce the effects of sun damage and tan also. But you have to be consistent and use this oil along with your regular regimen.
• Lycopene present in this oil helps to repair skin damage significantly.
• Rosehip oil is excellent for anti-ageing.

Other Benefits :

• Regular usage will prevent your joints from inflammation.
• If you massage rosehip oil regularly on your joints, the pain will reduce substantially.
• This oil , if taken regularly is a very good source of anti-oxidant for your bones.
• There are certain studies conducted which has shown that this oil helps in repairing liver damage, specially if a person is suffering from symptoms of toxic lever.
• Since flavonoids are present in this oil, people with higher blood pressure can take help from consuming this oil.
• People suffering from chronic back pain can also take advantage of this oil.

Who Cannot Use Rosehip Oil:

• People who are on anti-coagulant medications should avoid this oil. This oil reacts with those medicines and can cause bleeding or any other symptoms which are uncalled for.
• There are certain side effects like nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps etc. People suffering from these ailments should be careful.
• Pregnant women and lactating mothers should avoid using this.

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BENEFITS OF MUSTARD OIL

In Indian Kitchen, we use mustard oil as a cooking medium and mainly as a massage oil since ages as we are aware of the benefits of mustard oil. In this post, I will share some of the benefits of mustard oil which you can incorporate into your lifestyle and see the changes.

BEAUTY BENEFITS OF MUSTARD OIL:

SKIN:

• The texture of mustard oil is thick in nature.
• This oil is loaded with with vitamin E. As a result, it gives a nice glow to our skin and makes it soft and supple.
• You can user this oil for massage as it is a great moisturiser and helps curing dry and itchy skin.
• Mustard oil has anti-bacterial and anti -inflammatory properties which helps to deal with infection.
• Mustard oil , just 2 or 3 drops of it can be applied to the belly button. It gives a nice glow and radiance to your skin.
• If you are a fan of natural sunscreen, then mustard oil is a great option for you as it is thick in nature and is loaded with vitamin E.
• Sometimes it has been observed that mustard oil helps to heal in allergic infection and initial burn blisters also.

Disadvantages:

• If you have extremely oily skin or you are allergic to mustard oil, then do not use it. It may cause breakouts or skin infections.

HAIR:

• Mustard oil helps in improvement of the hair quality and provides nourishment to the hair roots and scalp.
• You can avoid scalp infections by applying mustard oil in your hair.
• This oil acts as a great hair moisturiser since it is a natural hair conditioner.
• Please mix mustard oil with coconut oil or any other carrier oil  for a better result. This combination helps in hair growth.
• Do not apply too much of this oil on your scalp. Apply a little bit, massage it well and leave it for 30 minutes before shampooing.

COOKING WITH MUSTARD OIL:

• Saturated fat content is low in mustard oil.
• Mustard oil has erucic acid which is a fatty acid. Although it is USFDA has forbidden to use it as a cooking medium in some of the countries, but In Asia, Mustard oil is a very popular cooking medium.
• It is extremely popular cooking medium in India.
• Mustard oil has a high smoking point. and it does not change the flavour of the dish cooked in it.
• Lipid Association Of India (LAI) has advised that mustard oil is a heart healthy oil. It contains monounsaturated fatty acids.
• In some studies, it has been observed that mustard oil helps in reducing certain types of cancer cells.

OTHER BENEFITS:

• In India, it has been a long practise to massage with pure mustard oil or kacchi ghani oil as we call it.
• Mustard oil has anti-inflammatory properties. It helps in reducing joint pain when massaged . Nut the oil should be warm so that it gets absorbed quickly.
• Mustard oil acts a cold reliever. You can take steam with 2 to 3 drops of mustard oil or can massage warm mustard oil on your chest and back to get relief from cold.

CONCLUSION:

Mustard oil is a very good option for a massage oil  for hair and skin and this acts as a good cooking medium also. While applying to skin and hair, kindly do a patch test. Mustard oil is anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial in nature. It helps in reducing joint pain and thus helpful in patients suffering from arthritis or other joint pain. It acts a s a natural sunscreen , as a natural cold reliever also. In India, especially in Northern part, it is extensively used. Even In Ayurveda also, we find usage of mustard oil.

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Dalia Upma

Dalia Upma recipe is ideal for breakfast. This is a balanced recipe and gives you the correct amount of energy and nutrition to kick-start your day. Upma is a staple dish for breakfast in India. It is healthy and filling and rich in fibre and low in calories. Upma, in India, is traditionally cooked with semolina. But nowadays, there are many variations available. One of them is dalia upma.

What is Dalia?

Dalia is made up of grains of whole wheat. It is an excellent alternative to refined carbohydrates. The husk in the dalia makes it super rich in fibre. Dishes made with dalia are ideal for weight loss and is a great choice for people searching for alternative carbohydrate types.

Ingredients of Dalia Upma:

• Dalia-2 cups
• Carrots-1 chopped
• Cauliflower- 6 -7 small sized florets.
• Capsicum-Half, chopped
• Sweet corn
• Green Peas
• Green Chilli-1(optional)
• Lime-One wedge
• Onion-2 chopped
• Salt-To taste
• Oil/ Ghee for cooking

Tadka or tempering ingredients of Dalia Upma:

• Asafoetida or Hing- Half Teaspoon
• Dry Red Chilli-1 whole
• Peanuts- A handful
• Curry Leaves-A handful
• Ginger- Half an inch, finely chopped
• Mustard Seed- Half teaspoon
• Cumin Seeds- Half teaspoon
• Turmeric-A pinch

For garnishing-

Coriander-Finely chopped

Process:

• Boil the dalia with a pinch of turmeric on a pressure cooker with one whistle. Strain the dalia with a strainer and keep it aside.
• Take all the vegetables(apart from ginger, green chilli, lemon and onion) and steam them for about 2 minutes. After steaming, put them in ice-cold water to stop the cooking process.

Tempering process-

• On a wok, add vegetable oil. I have used rice bran oil for this. I have added 2 teaspoons of oil.
• As soon as the oil heats up, add mustard seed and cumin seeds and wait for the oil to get flavoured.
• Now, add the dry red chilli and asafoetida or hing.
• Add curry leaves and green chilli.
• You should add the ginger after this.

The oil is flavoured and now the rest of the cooking will be done.

Cooking Method-

• Once the ginger turns slightly golden brown, add the peanuts and onions.
• Saute them all together until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
• The peanuts should not burn.
• Add the steamed vegetables and cook for 5 minutes.
• You have to add salt and mix it well.
• Add the cooked dalia and mix it with the vegetables.
• After closing the flame, add the juice of the lemon and mix it.
• Lastly, garnish the upma with chopped coriander.

How to serve Dalia Upma:

The dish is served for breakfast. You can serve the dish alone or with coconut chutney. This dish is easy to cook and it takes about  15 to 20 minutes time from assembling, preparing, chopping and cooking and is served hot. I hope you will enjoy this simple yet tasty recipe as much as I do.

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            HOW TO MAKE AN EASY BRIGHTENING FACE MASK AT HOME(FOR ALL SKIN TYPES)

Brightening face masks, made at home, is probably the easiest and effective way to brighten up the face, get rid of spots and blemishes, and to achieve healthy glowing skin. . If you use face masks regularly, then it helps to prevent ageing and sagging of the skin to a great extent. Homemade brightening face masks are also pocket friendly and can be made out of the ingredients available at home. I have shared a  very simple brightening face mask that uses minimum ingredients that are readily available in our kitchen.

                         INGREDIENTS OF THE FACE  MASK 

• Wild Turmeric:(Kasturi Haldi or Kasturi  Manjal))- Wild turmeric is a versatile ingredient and is different from the regular turmeric used in the kitchen. Wild turmeric is a fabulous ingredient that is used to brighten up the skin and if you use it regularly, it can do wonders for your skin. It can heal wounds, scars and blemishes with consistent usage.
• Yoghurt: Yogurt is made by fermentation of milk and the process of this fermentation of milk by bacterial culture produces lactic acid. Lactic acid is a helpful ingredient to reduce hyperpigmentation. It also helps to get an even skin tone and can also reduce the size of the pores. 
• Honey:  Honey is a natural antibacterial agent and is a natural humectant also. Humectants are substances that help to lock in moisture without making the skin oily. Acne-prone, combination skin person can use honey in skincare in moderation. For dry skin people, honey is a miracle. 

                          PROCESS OF MAKING THE  FACE MASK 

Wild turmeric– 1 teaspoon

Yoghurt– 2 teaspoon

Honey– 1 teaspoon

Take a glass bowl and mix all the ingredients properly so that no lumps are there in the mixture.

                               PROCESS OF FACE MASK APPLICATION

• Wash the face and neck with a mild face wash to ensure that there are no dirt and greasiness.
• Tap your face with a towel dipped in lukewarm water. This step helps in opening the pores. This is an additional process and is optional. You should do this step as it makes a huge difference.
• Apply the mask evenly all over the face and neck.  Do not apply the mask around your eyes.
• Keep the mask for about 15 minutes. You should refrain from talking or laughing as much as possible after applying the mask.
• Wash the mask with lukewarm water. Ensure that no trace of the mask remains ion the face.
• After washing with lukewarm water, splash cold water on your face to close the pores.
• Apply toner and moisturize as usual.

                                                         RESULTS

As a result of regular usage of this mask, you will have glowing skin and the facial muscles will be tightened. You will notice that the appearance of pores will be reduced and blemishes and spots will also disappear.  You should apply this mask 3 times a week to get the best possible results.

I have used these products:

HONEY:https://www.amazon.in/Produce-Unprocessed-Unheated-Artificial-Preservative/dp/B08B4592TH/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=indigenous+wild+honey&qid=1607705614&sr=8-1-spon

WILD TURMERIC POWDER: https://www.amazon.in/Urban-Platter-Wild-Turmeric-Powder/dp/B06VX8QKG4/ref=sr_1_11?dchild=1&keywords=WILD+TURMERIC&qid=1607705848&sr=8-11

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