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Diet plays an important role in the upkeep and maintenance of the human body. All body parts require a healthy and balanced diet to perform their functions normally. Any changes in the dietary habits or an imbalance of the diet may cause illness and subsequently a weak and malnourished human body. Ayurveda's main stress for a healthy living is focused on a balanced, organic and vegetarian diet and a proper lifestyle along with exercises. A healthy body will have a healthy and glowing skin and vice versa.
Skin being the external covering of the body comes in direct contact with the environment. Many environmental factors affect the skin in a adverse way as the exposure of the skin to these factors is prolonged and much frequent. There are several internal and external factors that spoil the beauty of the skin.
Unhealthy dietary habits spoil the skin. A balanced diet is not only essential for the vital organs of the body it is equally important for the other parts of the body including your skin.
In Ayurveda it is always advised not to have oily, spicy and junk food as they are being touted as the major causes for acne, pimples and black heads which are big dark spots on facial beauty.
According to ayurvedic practices one should have ample of water, make sure the water is fresh and clean. Drinking 2- 3 liters of water per day is going to be sufficient and will help in secreting toxins out of the body.
Fresh fruits and vegetables have to be major portion of the diet as they provide antioxidants to the body that process cancer fighting properties.
Apart from this a daily bath is essential as it helps cleanse the skin. A herbal soap is the best option for a bath.
Washing the face twice daily with herbal natural scrubs like gram flour, fenugreek powder, green gram flour, lentil flour etc can give excellent results. Facial with natural fresh herbs vegetables and fruits works wonders. Sandal wood paste, honey, turmeric, cucumber, water melon would be your menu for a facial once a week.
A complete body massage with sesame oil once a week is advised in Ayurveda for a perfect toned skin.
A glass of water with a spoon of honey drunk empty stomach is of high value in Ayurveda for the whole body.
Pranayam daily for 15 minutes would be sufficient to keep you hale and hearty.
Following a strict regimen and going by the book called Ayurveda will help you lead a healthy and beautiful life. Ayurvedic methods are such that they can be followed very easily. Everything you need to work with is available in your kitchen.
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