How to Use Watermelon for Health

How to Use Watermelon for Health



Watermelon is one of the super fruits that many people don't think of. It contains many great nutrients, is fat free, available nearly year round and is cheap. In addition, it's full of water and sweet enough to be a favorite for adults and
children
alike.









1


Eat it. Watermelon contains the highest amount of lycopene, an antioxidant (cancer fighter), even higher than tomatoes. It's also a great source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin C. Like most fruits and vegetables, watermelon is low calorie, low sodium and is fat free. Watermelon is also high in water (preventing dehydration), which is why it's so popular on hot days. Recent research finds watermelon may also be a mood elevator.





2


Mix it into slushies. Add ice, yogurt and watermelon to a blender and blend away. This is a great way to get the health benefits of watermelon while providing you with an easy to eat snack full of protein. It's also great for kids who may make a mess trying to eat this fruit.





3


Drink the juice. Many companies now sell watermelon juice, allowing you to get the health benefits of watermelon even when watermelons are off-season. You can also squeeze your own watermelon juice--this is easy since watermelon is over 90 percent water.


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How to Use Tea Tree Oil

How to Use Tea Tree Oil



Tea tree oil has been used for centuries by aboriginal peoples in Australia, where its source, the small, brushy melaleuca tree, grows. It's one of the few essential oils that you don't have to dilute before applying to the skin. Here are some suggestions for using this invaluable oil.









1


Battle infection. Tea tree oil helps prevent and halt the spread of skin infection caused by bacteria, virus or fungus. Apply using a cotton swab, cotton ball or gauze one or more times daily. Tea tree oil has been shown not to damage or irritate healthy tissue, while eliminating harmful germs and existing infection.





2


Treat scalp problems. Use a few drops of tea tree oil to help relieve dandruff and dry scalp. Use before bed and shampoo out in the morning. The oil has a strong aroma that could clash with that of hair styling products and cologne. Also use tea tree oil to combat head lice. Rub a moderate amount into the hair and scalp and comb through to the ends. Repeat once or twice daily for at least a week.





3


Swish with it. Using a mouthwash of tea tree oil diluted in water can help remedy and prevent gum disease and plaque. Be careful not to swallow it. Small amounts are not considered toxic, though the stomach might rebel.





4


Apply to acne. Gently wiping the skin with a cotton ball soaked in straight or diluted tea tree oil can help calm inflammation, diminish infection and prevent new acne sores from developing. It won't irritate troubled skin, while killing bacteria that aggravate skin eruptions. It can be used on the face, neck, chest and back. Mix a few drops with acne cleanser to boost its effectiveness.





5


Dab it on bug bites and stings. Itchy bites can be calmed with a few drops of tea tree oil applied as soon as possible. Use it to soothe mosquito and chigger bites, bee and wasp stings, to help prevent infection following bites and to inhibit bugs from biting again. Rub some on your legs, arms, back, chest, ankles or any other exposed skin. Apply tea tree oil to the face sparingly, and always avoid contact with the eyes.





6


Use tea tree oil around the house. Add a teaspoon to the laundry for towels or other fabrics prone to mildew. Spray a solution of tea tree oil and water on moldy surfaces in the bathroom. Also use the spray for immediate disinfectant action on surfaces in the sick room. Clean telephones and computer keyboards with it to inhibit the spread of colds and virus.








Tips & Warnings










Never swallow tea tree oil.








Never use tea tree oil in the eyes.








Do not use while pregnant or breast-feeding.



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How to Use Sound Therapy

How to Use Sound Therapy



With roots in ancient India, sound therapy works on the premise that each cell in the body resonates and disease develops when the frequencies are disrupted. Sound is often used as a successful supplemental therapy. We can learn to use sound therapy in our daily lives to address issues such as chronic pain or insomnia.









1


Determine how sound therapy can assist you. The practice uses sound to correct imbalances in the body, so determine what situations in your body seem to be cries for help, such as digestion problems, headaches or insomnia. Also think about what aspect of your spirit is manifesting difficulties, such as blocked creativity or an inability to focus.





2


Incorporate sound therapy into your life. It's one of the easiest to learn self-help tools and you don't need talent or musical ability to achieve results. You may wish to purchase a few accessories, such as a couple of tuning forks. They can be found in music stores online and off, but before purchasing, try out different pitches at a local store to find tones that resonate for you.





3


Exercise your ears. They have muscles and like all muscles, they need exercise. Some work or age-related hearing loss can be improved with an auditory fitness program. This method of sound therapy can also improve learning, listening and communication functions.





4


Research the way
children
can benefit from sound therapy, especially those with speech or language disorders or behavioral issues. Contact your pediatrician for more information about how the Berard and Tomatis methods of sound therapy might help your child.





5


Join a group that offers sessions of chanting, bell ringing or drumming. These activities can provide therapeutic benefit in a fun setting. Chanting helps with concentration and Gregorian chants help reduce stress by focusing on breathing. Bells can help promote focus and drumming can relieve tension and pain with its heartbeat-like rhythm.





6


Jump in the shower, a great place to use your voice for toning exercises, another form of sound therapy. Stand straight, relax your back and jaw, take a deep abdominal breath and as you exhale, sound a note; any note is fine. The idea is to create a resonant sound and experiment with different tones until you find one that makes you feel good.








Tips & Warnings










Sound therapy can be used to help pets with phobias and training issues.








If you want to use sound therapy for issues other than relaxation, you should seek a professional sound therapist. This type therapy hasn't yet been blessed by mainstream medicine and you should consult your physician before you or your children begin any kind of formal program.



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How to Use Self Hypnosis to Banish Stress

How to Use Self Hypnosis to Banish Stress



Hypnosis, also known as hypnotherapy, is an altered state of consciousness. You can achieve this state with the help of a certified hypnotherapist, but you can also practice self-hypnosis. While you are in an altered state during hypnosis, your attention is more focused and you are more responsive to suggestion. Hypnosis has been found to be helpful in relieving chronic pain, helping people to lose weight and reducing stress.







Things You'll Need:





Self-hypnosis audio files (optional)




Comfortable clothing









1


Sit comfortably in a quiet place and close your eyes.





2


Relax all of your muscles, beginning with your feet and moving upward.





3


Choose a positive phrase which relates to your goal for the session. For example, you may want to say "I am totally relaxed." Don't say something like "I am free of stress" because the subconscious mind cannot always differentiate between positives and negatives--it might focus on the word "stress."





4


Visualize a place that is relaxing for you. It might be a forest or a path to a beautiful beach. Picture leaving your current surroundings and your stress behind and entering this new place.





5


Focus on your breathing. Expand your abdomen when you inhale. When you exhale, picture yourself releasing stress from your body.





6


When you are completely relaxed, bring your visualization to mind and begin repeating your positive phrase.








Tips & Warnings










You might want to use a self-hypnosis tape or CD; these contain scripts that walk you through the process. You can also download MP3 files to play on your computer or personal listening device.








Don't give up if your first or second self-hypnosis session is unsuccessful. Many people report that they were not successful initially but eventually saw good results.








Stress can cause severe health problems and even death. If your stress level is very high, see a healthcare professional.



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How to Use Saw Palmetto for Health

How to Use Saw Palmetto for Health



Saw palmetto (serenoa repens) is a bushy palm that grows up to 18 feet along the eastern coast of the United States. As an herbal supplement, it specifically refers to an extract from the berries of the plant. The following steps will help you decide whether or not to take this herbal supplement.









1


Know the historical uses of saw palmetto. It has been used as an extract for at least two centuries for treating conditions such as general weakness, recovery from a major illness and urogenital ailments. It was associated with reducing the size of the prostate gland as early as the 19th century.





2


Know the results from modern scientific testing. Saw palmetto has been clinically established as effective in managing benign enlargement of the prostate gland. The active ingredient for this benefit is thought to be one the phytosterols.





3


Study the side effects of saw palmetto. The reported side effects include erectile dysfunction, mild nausea and reduced libido, but saw palmetto is generally considered safe because these effects are milder than with similar drugs. However, one of its ingredients is beta-sitosterol, which is chemically similar to cholesterol.





4


Take no more than the recommended dosage. This can vary from one to two g/day depending on the manufacturer, but the daily intake of the active ingredients should not exceed 320 mg/day.








Tips & Warnings










Saw palmetto should not be taken by pregnant women or small
children
because its effect on these groups has not been firmly established.



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How to Spot Fake True Religion Jeans

How to Spot Fake True Religion Jeans



True Religion jeans are one of the hottest products around, and are worn by some of the most famous celebrities. The jeans are expensive and highly coveted, though, so it's hard to be sure if you're getting an authentic pair or a fake. To spot a pair of fake True Religion jeans, get ready to look at everything from the stitching to the wash.









Step
1



Pay attention to the price. If the price is half of what you would pay in the stores or even less, then the odds are good that you just found a fake. As the saying goes, if it seems too good to be true, then it probably is.




Step
2



Look at the pictures if you're buying online to make sure the photos are of the actual jeans and not stock photos from the True Religion website. Seller who use stock photos typically do so because the jeans they sell are fake.




Step
3



Check out the tag inside the jeans. Fake True Religion jeans have a "J" that dips below the rest of the letters and into the horseshoe logo; the real ones don't.




Step
4



Examine the horseshoe stitching on the back pockets. If the stitching has a straight line on the bottom of the horseshoe, the jeans are fake.




Step
5



See if the flaps on the back pockets have a deep V-shape that's a little curvy. Back pockets without flaps or with a perfect V-shaped flap are clear signs of a fake.




Step
6



Make sure the wash of the jeans is light and crisp with only a little whiskering on the hips and legs. The fake jeans often have heavy whiskering that doesn't look authentic.







Tips & Warnings









Scrutinize the stitching everywhere on the jeans. Fakes often use uneven stitches or stitching that is heavy, while True Religion jeans have uniform and professional stitching.



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How to Spot Fake Michael Kors Handbags

How to Spot Fake Michael Kors Handbags



Knock-off and fake designer handbags abound these days, and it can be difficult to tell which bags are real and which aren't, especially when you're shopping online. If you'd like to save money on a Michael Kors handbag but don't want to end up overspending for a fake, here are some tips to help you spot the real thing.









Step
1



Buy from the designer. Michael Kors has a website, and you can also find his handbags on finer department store websites. This is the best way to buy a designer bag, because you'll know for sure that it's authentic. If you're trying to save a buck, look for Michael Kors bags on sale and on clearance, and you'll save money without having to worry about authenticity.




Step
2



Purchase Michael Kors bags from reputable dealers. If you're buying secondhand online or at auction, buy from dealers who sell at a fair price and check out their credentials before you buy. If they don't have a return policy or if the auction only lasts for a matter of hours, this is a good sign that it's illegitimate. Check customer reviews or get something in writing from the dealer authenticating the handbag and allowing you to return it if you find out it's a knockoff.




Step
3



Inspect the bag thoroughly before you buy. This is hard to do on the Internet, which means that it's harder to spot a fake Michael Kors bag online. It is therefore discouraged if you have any question about the bag's validity. If you can hold it in your hands though, look for a heavier weight, flawless stitching, high-quality materials, lack of chemical smell and hardware that has the Michael Kors logo engraved into it.




Step
4



Check it against the real thing if you can. The best way to buy a Michael Kors bag is to check it against a 100% authentic bag, and then any differences will become immediately obvious. This is largely impractical, but what you can do is take the bag to the boutique and have it inspected for authenticity.




Step
5



Use common sense. If it looks to good to be true, it is. When it comes to a popular designer handbag, you're not going to be able to buy one for $20 unless it was recently mauled by a tiger. If you really want to invest in a Michael Kors bag, you're going to have to be willing to part with a decent chunk of change.


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How to Spot Fake Louis Vuitton Handbags

How to Spot Fake Louis Vuitton Handbags



Louis Vuitton has been manufacturing fine quality travel bags and handbags for over 150 years. There was a time in the United States when you could only purchase their merchandise at a couple of high end department stores. Now the brand is much easier to find, but it's also much easier to be ripped off with a counterfeit. The key to spotting a fake handbag is to study the merchandise and know what to look for.









Step
1



Make sure the handbag you want to buy was actually something made by Louis Vuitton. Before you purchase it, go to the manufacturer's website and verify they made that particular style in the color you are looking at. Often, the style closely resembles one of Vuitton's bags, but the fake is offered in colors that Louis Vuitton never used.




Step
2



Check the monogram to verify authenticity. The LV monogram is generally symmetrical from side to side. So look at the bag overall to see if the monogram is symmetrically placed in relation to the handles and sides.




Step
3



Look closely at the stitching as it should be very even and straight. In addition, Louis Vuitton places the same number of stitches in the same locations on similar bags. So if you know a particular style of handbag has 5 regular stitches across the top of the leather tab, you can spot a fake if it has only 4 stitches.




Step
4



Compare the features of your handbag to the ones described on the manufacturer's site to see if your bag matches the description. For example, see if it should be lined and if so, in what color. Verify how many zippers it should have and where they're located.




Step
5



Verify the dust bag included matches the one offered by Louis Vuitton for that particular handbag. There are fake dust bags out there and they generally are so obviously different from the one Louis Vuitton uses that it's an easy verification.







Tips & Warnings









To ensure you purchase an authentic bag, shop at a Louis Vuitton store or reputable distributor that carries the Louis Vuitton brand. If you want the real deal, you will have to pay the price.



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How to Spot Fake Leather

How to Spot Fake Leather



It's not always easy to tell the difference between genuine and fake leather. If you think you're getting a genuine leather handbag or pair of shoes, it can be disheartening to later learn that you have been deceived. So to help you spot the hot from the not, use the tips below for detecting fake leather.









Step
1



Look for a label indicating that the product is leather. Sounds obvious, but it's the most sure-fire way. Real leather products will proudly sport this fact, whereas you know it's a fake if the label reads, "Man made materials." Don't buy a product without a label.




Step
2



Study the edging where the fabric has been cut. Real leather will have a rough-around-the-edges look and feel to it, but fake leather will look and feel like foam or plastic.




Step
3



Feel the fabric. Fake leather has an artificially smooth, often plastic feel to it. Depending on the type and quality of leather, real leather can range from course to silky smooth. But the texture will generally be less consistent than fake (since you can't regulate the real thing) and have a suppler feel to it.




Step
4



Examine for pores on the surface of the leather. Pores on the fake will be in a consistent, repeating pattern, whereas pores on the real thing will be more irregular.




Step
5



Take a whiff of the product. If it doesn't have that distinct "leather" scent, you can be sure that it's a fake.




Step
6



Spend some time comparing fake leather products with genuine leather. Once you've seen the difference between the two, you will eventually get good at spotting a faux right away.







Tips & Warnings









Many unscrupulous sellers these days sell knock-off designer handbags, advertising them as the real thing. If you are savvy in recognizing fake leather, you can recognize these knock-off bags. The real things would never come in faux leather.



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How to Spot Fake Gucci Handbags

How to Spot Fake Gucci Handbags



Let's face it. Most of us can't afford authentic handbags when the cheapest versions start at $800. Buying the next best thing isn't so bad. In fact, imitation Gucci bags can look alarmingly identical to the true product. Most of the time, this is a good thing. However, if you are after the real deal, avoid the Gucci fakes by taking at look at these insightful tips. Read on to learn how to spot fake Gucci handbags.









Step
1



Visit the official Gucci website. Study the features, including the threads, colors, lines and any memorable aspects of the handbags. Take a hard look at the Gucci logo, paying particular attention to the curves of the font.




Step
2



Look for a heavy-duty dust cover for the handbag. A dust cover that looks and feels lightweight and cheap is an indicator that you have a knockoff or are about to purchase one.




Step
3



Study the tags for spelling and grammatical errors. Many fake Gucci handbags will have inaccurate or misspelled information on the price tag. This is also true when shopping online--read all descriptions before buying.




Step
4



Determine if the color is faded. Gucci knockoffs almost always have a faded hue.




Step
5



Scrutinize the handbag logo. If the "G" looks more like an "E," you probably have a fake. The E-like logo is the most common way to fake a Gucci.




Step
6



Compare the stitching of your Gucci handbag to pictures on Gucci's website. At this site, you can zoom in on pictures to study the threading.




Step
7



Feel the bag. Authentic Gucci handbags are made from a high-quality, heavy-duty material. If you are hesitant about the material, you likely have a knockoff.







Tips & Warnings









Authentic Gucci handbags have tracking numbers embossed on the inside of the purse. This is the most foolproof way to check if the bag is real, but it is also the most difficult way.








Always remember that shopping online is a gamble. Even if you are 99 percent sure you are purchasing an authentic Gucci, you won't know until that package comes in the mail.



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How to Spot Fake Fendi Handbags

How to Spot Fake Fendi Handbags



Today there are so many handbag manufacturers that it is sometimes difficult to distinguish the authentic products from the reproductions. Fendi handbags are very popular, yet numerous unscrupulous makers pass off reproductions as originals. Some are priced in the thousands of dollars, and many fakes look very similar to the real deal. Use the tips here to spot a fake Fendi handbag.







Things You'll Need:





A good eye for quality









Step
1



Talk to the seller of the Fendi handbag. If the seller is a reputable dealer or retailer, they will provide absolute proof that the item is authentic. Certificates of authenticity can be faked as well, though, so knowing the dealer's background is critical.




Step
2



Look at the strap of the handbag. Most true Fendi bags are strapped with genuine leather-cored straps. Even if the strap appears to be plastic, the core will remain a solid rope of leather.




Step
3



Open the Fendi handbag and inspect the lining of the purse. True Fendi handbags have a very well stitched lining that may be leather or satin.




Step
4



Smell it. Even experts will take a small amount of time to actually smell the inside of the Fendi handbag. A fake will smell more like chemicals; a true Fendi handbag has the aroma of calfskin.




Step
5



Take the Fendi handbag to a local retailer that sells Fendi merchandise. Most reputable dealers will inspect the handbag to ensure its authenticity. Some may charge a small fee, whereas others provide the service for free. Take advantage of these retailers and the services they offer.




Step
6



Check the quality of the product. Fendi handbags cost what they do for a reason. These are true handmade pieces of art that an actual designer has created. A true Fendi's workmanship will be evident. Fake handbags have poorly stitched seams and logos that have been cut or sewn upon.







Tips & Warnings









Consider the source of the sale. Buying an authentic Fendi handbag from someone on an online auction site for fifty dollars might be a good hint that the item is a fake.








Look for a tag or serial number plate within the Fendi handbag itself. This tag will be clearly visible and have an authentic serial number embossed upon it.








Buying fake Fendi handbags is a crime under most state and federal law.








Supporting manufacturers of fake handbags can provide funds to terrorist groups.



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How to Spot Fake Dooney and Bourke Handbags

How to Spot Fake Dooney and Bourke Handbags



These days, everyone wants a Dooney and Bourke handbag, but few can afford them. These increasingly sought after designer accessories are quickly joining the ranks of Coach, Chanel and Gucci. Which is to say coveted by most, and copied by many. Telling a real from a fake requires a trained eye.









Step
1



Glance at the leather logo tag, visible on the front of the purse. If the stitching is not the same color as the thread that's used on the seams, it's a phony.




Step
2



Examine the handbag. British tan trim adorns all Dooney and Bourke handbags. If the one you're examining is any other color, you're not looking at the real thing. The purse handles also are always British tan leather.




Step
3



Study the metal details. Any hardware on a Dooney and Bourke will be brass, whether it's the protective feet, studs or the strap knobs. If you see silver, you know it's not a real Dooney.




Step
4



Peer inside the bag for more tip-offs of fraud. You'll know it's a fake if you don't see a leather duck logo with visible stitching and a red, white and blue registration number sewn beneath a leather seam. You might not be able to do this if you're just trying to size up whether your husband's ex-girlfriend is carrying a real Dooney and Burke or a knock-off.







Tips & Warnings









Shop at a Dooney and Burke boutique or a department store for an authentic bag. EBay can be a great resource for better-priced Dooney and Burke handbags, as long as you deal with sellers with primarily positive feedback whose ratings rank in the thousands. You can also find bargains on Overstock.com and BagBorrowOrSteal.com.








Avoid buying Dooney and Burke handbags from eBay sellers with little or poor feedback, especially if only vague photographs are supplied.








While it might be tempting to purchase a Dooney and Burke knock-off, remember it's against the law, not to mention unethical.



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How to Spot Cultured Pearls

How to Spot Cultured Pearls



A true pearl results when an oyster secrets a substance to coat an irritant in its shell; the substance is called nacre. When the irritant appears by natural accident, the result is a natural pearl; if inserted by man, the pearl is called a cultured pearl. Both natural and cultured pearls are true pearls. Imitation pearls are made from glass, plastic or shell beads, coated with ground fish scales. Read on to learn more.









Step
1



Look at the price tag. Natural pearls are extremely rare; the cost is usually ten times that of cultured pearls. A recent auction of a double strand of 68 natural pearls yielded $7 million. Cultured pearls are much more common; their price can be reasonable. Imitation pearls are usually very inexpensive.




Step
2



Check the shape. Natural pearls are slightly less round than cultured pearls. Cultured pearls aren't perfectly round; they are slightly cylindrical. Imitation pearls are almost perfectly round.




Step
3



Observe the surface. Natural and cultured pearls have a slightly pitted and irregular surface. The nacre's glow goes deep into the pearl. Cultured pearls may have a slight greenish cast in bright light. An imitation pearl is much more regular and has a duller look. There is no deep glow.




Step
4



Feel the pearls. Natural and cultured pearls do not feel perfectly smooth. Rub two pearls together or a single pearl against a tooth; there is a distinct grainy feeling. An imitation pearl feels totally smooth.




Step
5



Examine the drill hole. In a natural or cultured pearl, the drill hole is straight and cylindrical, and the edges of the hole are sharp and well-defined. The drill hole of an imitation pearl is angled out.




Step
6



Go high tech. Have an x-ray made of the pearls. A gemologist or jeweler should be able to distinguish quickly a true pearl from an imitation.







Tips & Warnings









Always buy pearls from a trusted jewelry source. A reputable jeweler will always advise a customer of the origin of a pearl.



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