There are thousands of men and women around the globe involved in different diets. Their primary goal is to lose weight. Blood type diet, vegan diet, 3-hour diet, UN diet and Atkins diet are just some of the popular diets practiced today.There is no doubt that keeping a certain dietary habit is a positive thing, but according to many specialists in this field, the most successful way to drop those extra pounds is to accelerate the metabolism. It turns out that exercises that involved strength and cardio training are the simplest way to speed up the metabolism. In addition, consumption of tea and coffee has also proven to be effective because these drinks are packed with caffeine and this compound supports the work of the central nervous system.

In case you are not fond of physical activity, tea or coffee, you should not be disappointed because you can include certain spices in your meals. Mixing specific natural ingredients with your regular food can speed up the metabolism and ultimately help you get rid of those unwanted pounds.

A scientific study conducted by a team of scientists from the Iranian Medical Science University was focused on determine the effects of the use of certain spices that are usually connected with weight loss. There were more than 40 women in this study and all of them had one thing in common – they were overweight. The participants in this scientific study were separated into two different groups.

All the participants followed a special diet plan for 90 days. In addition, all of them consumed strictly healthy food and have taken up to 500 calories per day. The only difference was that one group has consumed about three grams of cumin (powdered) on a daily basis. They used cumin in yogurt (140 grams of yogurt mixed with three grams of cumin). The other group of women has taken yogurt without cumin.

What the scientists have discovered was really interesting. The groups had different progress when it comes to weight loss and this difference was drastic. The group of women who have taken cumin were able to lose almost 15 pounds more than the group that didn’t take this spice. Besides the better weight loss effects, cumin has also increased fat loss too. The women who used cumin lost almost 15% more fat compared to the other group.

One of the main reasons why this exotic spice is so efficient when it comes to metabolism acceleration is the fact that it is loaded with filosterole. This compound has the ability to block the process of storing cholesterol in the body. This is the reason why it can accelerate the metabolism. If you want to lose weight fast, you can count on cumin.

All you of you have sometimes been fascinated by the calming and fresh smell of a room, someone’s office or home.

Usually, people use air fresheners which can be bought in the supermarket, but today, we will reveal a secret way to make your own homemade air freshener that will make your home a better place to live in!

This air freshener will provide a wonderful fresh smell, but it does not contain any fabric softeners.

Namely, its secret ingredients are beads for washing machine, which come in various fragrances, and are quite affordable. Thus, you will make a natural air freshener, and you will save money at the same time!

Ingredients:

• Essential oil of your choice (10 drops)
• 1 clean spray bottle
• 1 tbsp baking soda
• 500 ml distilled water

Preparation:

In a bowl, pour the essential oil, add the baking soda and mix them with a fork. Then, transfer the combination in a bottle, add distilled water in order to fill it to the top and close it. remember to shake it before every use.

Spray it all over the house or the office, and you can also use it to refresh the furniture, curtains, and clothes! You will be amazed by the result!

Our children absorb every single word we say and all our deeds have an influence on their adulthood. Their brains are developing, and they have excess synapses at a rate of about 15,000 synapses a neuron which is two times more than the brains of adults.

The way parents talk to their children is the way the children talk to themselves. The way parents behave to their children affects the way they see themselves, and if the parents show anger and criticism, the child will be angry and hard on itself.

The way we treat ourselves affects our self-confidence and our approach to our own mistakes.

Due to all this, we need to be extra patient with our children. Being a parent is the most difficult, but most beautiful jobs in life, and it is your responsibility to teach your children to be better people and love themselves and the world around them.

The most important thing is to show them, love. Then, remember that they will make mistakes since they are children, so even though you try to scold them, they must feel loved and appreciated. When you talk to them, you should be warmhearted and kind.

Also, make sure the expression of love is obvious, as they cannot always notice the love between the parents.

Here are five phrases that you should never say to your child:

1. “Big boys/girls are never afraid!”

This is so untrue, and you are well aware of it. Yet, saying this will only make your child afraid to express their feelings. You should support your children and explain to them that there is nothing they should be afraid of, as they are safe and secure.

2. “You are not pretty/good/smart as you should be!”

This is a huge mistake, because you will make your children insecure, and they will think they are not good enough. Instead, you need to teach your children to love themselves.

3. “Stop crying immediately!”

We all have the right to show how we feel, so if they feel like crying, allow them to cry without yelling at them. Instead, ask them about the reason for their sadness and hug them.

4. “Why is it so hard to do _____?”

If you ask this, your child will feel unworthy, and incapable to do something properly. Instead, show your child how to do things.

5. “I cannot believe you did that!”

It is very selfish to want your child to feel bad because you feel disappointed. Yet, you need to tell your child what and why they did wrong.

Vicks VapoRub has been used as a treatment for cold, headaches, congested nose, cough, throat and chest stuffiness. Nevertheless, Vicks VapoRub is able to do considerably more.

Vicks VapoRub is being used for hundreds of years and it is one of the most common decongestants which can be taken over-the-counter. In recent times, people use this in a number of ways and it is considerably more than a treatment for congested chest.

Here are 21 incredible usages of Vicks that your probably didn’t know.

1. Daunts Mosquitos

Apply some Vicks on your skin or clothing and keep the mosquitos away.

2. Sinus Headaches

In case you are afflicted with sinus headaches, apply some Vicks underneath your nose and deeply inhale. Vicks has a menthol which prevents headaches.

3. Ease Acne

As impossible as it may seem, Vicks can help you have clean skin. All you need to do is rub it on your acne couple of times a day.

4. Repels Insects

Apply some Vicks on your inner knees, neck, behind the ears and your elbows. Additionally, open a Vicks bottle while you are on a picnic and keep the flies away.

5. Eliminates Bruises

A combination of Vicks VapoRub and a pinch of salt on a bruise which is fresh will eliminate it very quickly.

6. Soothes Sore Muscle

Massage your muscles with Vicks and then cover the area with a dry and warm towel. Lift the aching limb or lie down till the pain lessens. Do this three times on a daily basis.

7. Moisturizes The Skin

Vicks VapoRub will make your skin moist.

8. Tennis Elbow

Applying Vicks can help you eliminate pain.

9. Treats Dry Heels

Rub some Vicks on your heels and feet and wear some socks. Wash your feet with warm water in the morning. Utilize pumice stone to exfoliate the skin. Do this every night and keep the feet smooth and healthy.

10. Toenail or Fingernail Fungus

Rub some Vicks on your fingernail or toenail two times every day. Next, put on some socks. Be sure to trim your nails till the part which is infected is completely removed.

11. Soothes Cough and Congestion Symptoms

Rub some Vicks on your chest and throat to soothe these symptoms.

12. Eliminates Cat’s Scratching

Apply some Vicks to your doors, walls and windows in order to stop cat’s scratching.

13. Fast Healing of Splinters and Cuts

Run some Vicks on your cuts or splinters and speed up the healing process and prevent infection.

14. Smell-free Racehorses

Vicks is rubbed under the racehorses’ nostrils on the day of the race. This keeps horses away from the stench of the female pony.

15. Stretch Marks

Rub some Vicks on the area which is affected and you will soon notice positive results.

16. Stops the Peeing of Your Pet

Put a bottle of Vicks in your house, make sure it is open, and your pet will no longer be wetting everywhere inside the house.

17. Eliminates Eczema

Vicks can soothe the itchiness and inflammation caused by eczema.

18. Soothes Serious Ear Pain

Put some Vicks on a cotton pad and put it inside the ear which aches.

19. Athlete’s Foot

Rub Vicks two times every day and heal athlete’s foot.

20. Remove Warts

Rub some Vicks two times on a daily basis and cover it with a sock or a gauze. You are going to notice improvements a couple of days later. Repeat this for approximately two weeks and the warts will disappear.

21. Cream for Fat Burning

Vicks VapoRub can aid you to eliminate fat and have the figure you desire. Nevertheless, it does not do wonders but it can promote fat burning in the abdomen or legs, which are the troublesome areas.

In order to make your skin tissue firmer, eliminate cellulite and fat accumulation, you need to make a cream.

 Ingredients:

• Alcohol
• Sodium bicarbonate
• Camphor
• Vicks VapoRub

Preparation:

Crush the camphor well and mix it with all other ingredients till you get a paste. Put it in a glass or plastic container. Apply this cream every evening and massage by doing circular movements. Next, wrap the problematic area with some plastic wrap and leave it to work for half an hour or overnight.