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Well people, are you fancy having a glowing skin and a bright complexion? If yes, then we will tell you that how can you make your complexion clean and clear as much as you can while staying at your home.

First of all, we tell you sugar mask with lemon peels. Take equal proportions of grained sugar and powered lemon peel, mix them with a bit of milk and make a fine paste, apply it on your face and when it dries wash off with fresh water. If you apply it at least once in a week, it not only smoothes your skin but also adds shine and brightens your complexion. 

Take one tomato and add 2-3 drops of lime juice. Apply on your face and wash off till dry after 15 to 20 minutes. You will see a slight shine in just one go. If you will do it twice in a week, you will definitely feel the difference.

Apply a paste of wheat flour with vinegar on your face with the very light and soft pat. Wash your face with fresh water when dries. It helps you to remove freckles and dark sports.
Mix lime juice, honey and egg white, apply it on your face and let it dry for few minutes and then washout. It will make your skin soft and smooth.

Make a mixture of rose water, glycerin and lemon juice. Apply this lotion on your face, arms and even feet, especially before going to bed at night. Regular application of this lotion will surely give your face a beautiful glow.  

You can simply use rose water as best toner, after cleansing, after removing your make up, before going to bed, or just to fresh your face.

Home tips for glowing skin:

-Egg white and honey face mask: It works wonders, trust me. All you have to do is first mix one egg white with 1 tbsp of honey and after this, apply it evenly over your face extending it to the neck. All you get to see is a glowing bright skin.

-Milk and honey mask: It is one of the best formulas to get that instant glow. Take a spoonful of honey and mix at least half cup of fresh milk in it. Now, apply this wonder mask on your face and see the amazing results.

Home tips for chapped lips:

- Desi Ghee, yes! which we resist to eat is actually the best moisturizer for those chapped lips.

- Applying a little amount of coconut oil is very effective in treating dry lips.

- One can also apply a small amount of paste containing honey mixed with a little Vaseline on dry lips to retain the lost moister of your lips.

Home tips for treating under eye circles:

- Apply cucumber juice for say 10-15 minutes and then wash off your eyes with plain water. This will help in reducing the stress of your eyes.

- Applying a mixture of potato juice with cucumber juice proves to be quite effective in treating puffiness of eyes along with dark circles.

- Cooled tea bags too help a lot in revitalizing the area under your eyes.

Home tips for those dry and black elbows and knees:

- Cut a lemon and then apply its juice on the darkened area of your elbow and knee and see the change. Do it at least twice a week for most effective results.

- Applying a mixture of sugar with honey and scrubbing it on your elbows and knees twice a week is also helpful.

- Another tip is to mix 1 tbsp of coconut oil in lemon juice and the applying it.

Home tips to treat cracked heels:

- For treating cracked heels, apply a mixture of candle wax and mustard oil and leave it on overnight to see the difference.

- Cracked heel is a common problem but trust me, sesame oil works wonders. Apply it on your cracked heels before going to bed and you will fall in love with your feet the very next day.

- Applying pulp of ripe banana on the affected area helps a lot in fast healing.

So, go on ladies make the most of these tips and shine like a ‘diya’ this diwali from tip-to-toe

1. Eat a diet that is high in lean protein, and that consists of slow-burning carbohydrates, healthy fats and vegetables. A diet of this nature will help your body build and maintain muscle while simultaneously burning fat. Proteins, beans and legumes will help you feel full so that you do not overeat.
   
   
   • Lean proteins may consist of fish, turkey, chicken, egg whites and cottage cheese.
   • Slow-burning carbohydrates are carbohydrates that do not raise your blood sugar. The most advantageous carbohydrates are beans and legumes such as black beans, pinto beans and lentils. Carbohydrates that will raise your blood sugar should be avoided and include most white and whole grains, such as bread, rice, pasta and potatoes.
   • The most advantageous vegetables are those that contain high amounts of vitamins and minerals and are low in starch. Kale, spinach, broccoli and mustard greens are good choices.
   • Healthy fats are necessary for a healthy heart and to help your body absorb nutrients. Olive oil, avocado, coconut and walnuts all contain healthy fats.
   • Fruits should be avoided because they contain a high amount of sugar.
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   Eat a meal 90 minutes before you exercise so that your body has energy to work out. If you do not eat you may feel lethargic and low of energy, which will hinder your performance.
   
   
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   Engage in resistance training 2 to 3 days a week.
   
   
   • Do weight training exercises that target all the muscle groups in your arms including biceps, triceps and shoulders.
   • Perform exercises using light, medium and heavy weights so that you are engaging all different types of fibers in the muscles of your arms.
   • Change your arm workout every 2 weeks so that you are not always performing the same moves. You will get the most out of your workout by using different muscles and weights.
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   Add cardiovascular exercise to your routine 2 days a week to burn fat faster. Cardiovascular exercise such as swimming is most efficient in burning fat.
   
   
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   Drink a liquid meal, such as a protein shake after you perform your exercises. The muscles of your arms will need nutrients within 20 minutes of your workout, and liquids are best because they are digested faster than solid food.
   
   
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   Consume several small meals rather than a few big meals. Eating more frequently will help your body repair after workouts while keeping your blood sugar at a low level. You will also be less likely to overeat if you consume many small meals.
   
   

Part Four: Measuring Progress

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   Calculate your waist-to-hip ratio. Your waist-to-hip ratio — or the circumference of your waist divided by the circumference of your hips — can be a good indicator of whether you need to lose belly fat. Here's how to get it:
   • Wrap a soft tape measure around the thinnest part of your waist at the level of your navel. Note the measurement.
   • Wrap the tape measure around the widest part of your hips, where you can feel a bony protrusion about 1/3 of the way from the top of the hipbone. Note the measurement.
   • Divide your waist measurement by your hip measurement.
   • Know what's healthy. Women should have a ratio of 0.8 or below; men should be at 0.9 or lower.^[14]
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   Continue taking your measurements as you progress. After incorporating some of the above strategies, keep measuring so you can see your progress.
   
   
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   Weigh yourself at the same time each day. Because body weight fluctuates depending on the time of day, when you last ate or when you last had a bowel movement, standardize the process by weighing yourself at the same time each day. Many people choose to do this the first thing in the morning, before breakfast.

Part Five: Staying Motivated

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   Join forces with a friend. Trying to lose weight with a partner can help you stay accountable for your actions, as well as giving you an extra incentive to keep exercise appointments. Share your victories together, and discuss solutions to whatever roadblocks you encounter.
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   Understand risks associated with belly fat. Losing belly fat doesn't have to be solely a cosmetic goal; understanding the health issues linked with belly fat can help motivate you.
   • Belly fat is linked with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer. Specifically it's the deepest layer of belly fat —the fat you can't see or grab — that poses health risks. That's because these "visceral" fat cells actually produce hormones and other substances that can affect your health (e.g. increased insulin resistance and/or breast cancer risk).^[15]
   • The fact that "visceral" fat cells are located right next to and in between organs in your abdominal cavity doesn't help. For example, fat next to the liver drains into it, causing a fatty liver, which is a risk factor for insulin resistance, setting the stage for Type 2 diabetes.^[16]

1. Reduce calorie consumption. Unless you restrict calorie intake, you won't lose belly fat. Try these tips:
   • Remember that it takes a 3700-calorie deficit to lose one pound of fat. That is, you have to either burn off 3700 calories through exercise or eat 3700 calories less than you burn in a week.
   • Aim to lose a maximum of two pounds per week. Losing any more than that can be unhealthy and leads to a cycle of "crash" dieting, in which you rapidly gain back any lost weight.
   • Keep a food diary. Most people tend to underestimate how much they eat. Get an honest assessment of your eating habits by writing down everything you consume for a week. Utilize an online calorie calculator, and figure out roughly how many calories you're consuming in a day. From there, see what you can afford to cut.
   • Try a diet in which you consume 2200 calories (men) or 2000 calories (women) per day. This should cause a deficit sufficient for you to lose one or two pounds per week, depending on your activity level.
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   Eat good fats. Studies suggest that a diet with a higher ratio of monounsaturated fats (MUFAs) — such as avocados, nuts, seeds, soybeans, and chocolate — can prevent the accumulation of belly fat.^[11]
   
   
   • Trans fats (in margarines, crackers, cookies, or anything made with partially hydrogenated oils) seem to result in more fat being deposited in the abdomen. Avoid these as much as possible.^[12]
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   Get more fiber in your diet. Soluble fiber (such as that found in apples, oats, and cherries) lowers insulin levels which can speed up the burning of visceral belly fat.^[13]
   • Add fiber to your diet slowly. If you are currently getting 10 grams of fiber a day, don't jump to 35 grams of fiber the next day. The natural bacteria in your digestive system requires time to adapt to your new fiber intake.
   • Eat the skin on your fruits and vegetables. Incorporating more fruits and vegetables into your diet adds fiber, but only if you eat the skin, as that's where all the fiber is. Don't peel those apples before you eat them. With potatoes, leave the skin on (with baked or mashed potatoes) or if you peel them, make snacks of them, such as baked garlic Parmesan peels. Keeping the skin on potatoes when cooking them helps keep more vitamins/minerals in the flesh. (Just don't eat any parts of skin that are green.)
   • Eat more split pea soup. Split peas are a fiber "power food". Just one cup of them contains 16.3 grams of protein.

Exercise for fat loss

1. Exercise in small bursts. Research shows that interval training, or alternating short bursts of energy with brief resting periods, can improve muscle and build endurance more quickly than traditional exercise.^[8]
   
   
   • Sprint. Run as fast and as far as you can for 20 seconds, then slow to a walk until you catch your breath. Repeat for 10 minutes.
   • Set a treadmill, elliptical or stationary bike for interval training. Most modern exercise equipment can be set to an interval training mode, which significantly increases the difficulty of the exercise for short periods of time.
   • Take quick walks. Fit some exercise into your work day and take 5-minute power walks. Take long strides and keep a brisk pace, or try going up and down stairs.
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   Skip the crunches — for now. Abdominal crunches and sit-ups should build strong muscles, but you might not see them under belly fat. In fact, crunches might actually make your stomach look bigger as you build up thicker abs. Try these exercises to focus on your core muscles instead:
   • Do the bridge. Get into the position for doing a push up/press up. Rest on your elbows and always keep your eyes to the floor. Pull your stomach muscles in tight, imagining them going to your backbone. As you do this, your bottom should be down and your back straight. Hold this position for as long as it feels comfortable. During the holding period, don't arch your back but keep it as straight as possible. If it feels too hard at first, allow your knees to form a resting platform. Aim to hold the position for 30 seconds and repeat this exercise 3 to 5 times.
   • Do squats. Stand with your feet 8-9 inches apart, extend your arms in front of you and squat your hips backward. Do four sets of 15 to 20 squats, working several minutes at a time.
   • Stretch the sides of your waist. Stand up straight, with your feet hip-width apart. Put your right hand on your right hip, and lift your left arm straight up, so that your palm faces to the right. Keeping your legs centered, lean to the right and "reach" over with your left arm, stretching your left side. Do 3 to 5 times on each side.
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   Ramp up the cardio. Aerobic exercises, which get your heart pumping, burn calories quickly and facilitates fat loss all over, including your belly. You can't "spot-burn" belly fat, but it's usually the first to burn off when you exercise, regardless of body shape or size.^[9]
   • Time your miles. Track your progress by timing how long it takes to run a mile. As cardiovascular stamina improves, you'll notice the time going down.
   • Correct shin splints. If you get painful shin splints whenever you run, you're probably over-pronating (that is, putting the majority of your weight on the outer side of your foot when it comes down). There are shoes designed specifically to help alleviate this.
   • Don't overdo it. When first getting into cardio, aim to workout 3 days a week, then build up to 4 when you're able. Pushing yourself hard every day doesn't allow your body enough time to recover and build up muscle, and could lead to injury.
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   Add resistance training. A 2006 study published in the International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism suggests that combining cardiovascular (aerobic) exercise with resistance training is more effective than cardiovascular training alone in getting rid of abdominal fat^[10] You can do resistance training with free weights, exercise machines or resistance bands.