URINATING / PEE WHILE STANDING Is NOT Healthy!!!

It is wise and healthier for both men and women to always to “Pee” or to Pass Urine Peacefully in Squatting or at least in Sitting Posture.. 🙂

Generally, in the animal kingdom, animals take different postures for standing, sitting, passing urine and passing stool. In human society on the other hand, we see that small children by nature, before they are trained up by adults, naturally pass urine and stool in squatting posture. Why is this so?  An Ayurvedic doctor, Dr. Achyutananda explains, ‘urinating while standing leads us to backache, loss of energy of the senses, fatigue and quick loss of vital energy’. Dr. Shiva, who is also an Ayurvedic doctor, describes that, ‘from a health point of view, by nature male and female bodies are made in a way that when in squatting posture all urine naturally and effortlessly and peacefully flows out, because in this position the human body is more naturally relaxed and that helps urine to completely leave our body. If habitually, we urinate in standing posture, then 5 to 10 percent urine remains in our urinary system. As we see, most dirty things and garbage sediments at the bottom. This means that if one urinates in standing posture and never completely empties the urinary system, our urinary system starts to gather sediment and gradually grows and multiplies dirty things, garbage, bacteria, stones, infections, etc. which gradually causes urinary system diseases, lots of male problems, frustration, depression, and ignorance etc. Ultimately by this unhealthy habit of urinating while standing, we will end up in urinary system diseases like urinary tract infections, incontinence, bladder
cancer, bladder exstrophy, diaper rash, kidney cancer, kidney stones, urethral diverticula, vesicoureteral reflux, cystocele (fallen bladder), hematuria (blood in the urine), impotence, interstitial cystitis,  infertility in men, prostate disease, prostate cancer as well as other unhealthy conditions and diseases affecting the urinary system.’

Unfortunately, we see kids/ boys/ men peeing or urinating under the BOARDS where there is written “DO NOT URINATE HERE!”, even we see kids urinating where ever they get a chance to do whether it is a canal, street, lake, open area like holes in houses and to the worst extent in the shower areas….. 

Unfortunately, in present day, under the flags of freedom and hygiene, many advertisements are even promoting for females to urinate by standing. In the aspects of health, as we mentioned before, for females to urinate by standing is far more dangers than for males. Those women, who practice this unhealthy standing while urinating posture, it is for sure that they will ultimately end up with gynecological and urinary system health problems and diseases, faster than males.

“Urinary system diseases affect the lives of millions of people every year. Some cause temporary inconvenience and discomfort. Others can cause extreme pain and may even be fatal.” (www.ehow.com – Urinary system diseases)

 

 

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Jordana Cherrywood – Lip liner

Hey beauties! You know the one thing that makes me incredibly happy? When I find a lip product that works on my incredibly dry lips, without appearing patchy and dry. And this Jordana Quickliner Lip Pencil in Cherrywood does exactly that for me!

I love Rimmel lip liners; they’re so smooth to apply and so affordable. But there are such limited shades. That’s where Jordana pops in! 12 brilliant shades of affordable lip liners. They are just as smooth and easy to apply, even on my dry flaky lips. Pigmentation is spot on. They last all day and leave a stain behind as well. They are not retractable though, you have to sharpen them up.

‘Cherrywood’ is the perfect shade for fall! A deep, berry red with brown undertones. Yes, the color of our kidneys 😛 I love the color and texture so much that I might wear it alone as a lip color! And I think that’s the best compliment a lip liner could ever get ^_^.

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FREEMAN MASKS REVIEW

October 2015

Dry Skin Diary – Favorite Freeman Masks

Gorgeous girls with dry skin, I know all of you are dreading winter. All is well ’cause I’m here to the rescue! ^_^ I have some amazing masks for dry skin to talk about today, all from the affordable and readily available brand, Freeman Beauty.

The one that deep cleans – Avocado & Oatmeal Clay Mask – Both the ingredients are amazing for nourishing dry skin, however, in this mask they are combined with clay so they work to deep clean the skin from all impurities, whilst keeping it soft. I know clay masks are DISASTROUS for us dry skin girls. They leave our skin itchy and even drier. But if you use Freeman Beauty Avocado & Clay Mask once a week, and follow up with your toner and moisturiser, I assure you you’re skin will feel squeaky clean without that horrible dryness.

The one that exfoliates – Pineapple Enzyme Mask – This one is a fruit peel mask. You’re supposed to use this INSTEAD of your regular scrub. I repeat, instead of. It exfoliates your skin in the most comfortable way – amazing for sensitive skin by the way – and leaves skin smooth and glow-y. I’ve only used this thrice and I can honestly say my skin looks brighter and my tan has reduced! I would advice you to use this only once a week for a while and then level up to twice a week, but that’s it. You shouldn’t use it more than that otherwise your skin would be over exfoliated and terribly exposed to the harmful sun.

The one that hydrates – Goji Berry Hydration Mask – This mask is my love!! It was my first mask by Freeman Beauty. It hydrates your skin deeply but doesn’t leave a film of oil. Regular usage fixes up dry and dark patches from the skin. and of course, it leave skin incredibly soft and smooth. It’s a must-have for winter! You can read my complete review about this mask here.

My routine – Always remember to not use any masks, especially clay masks, on your skin after the enzyme one. ‘Cause your skin gets really really sensitive after using both of those. Try to leave gaps between exfoliation and clay masks. I use the clay mask on Wednesdays. On Fridays I use the enzyme mask, and hydrating one on Sundays. But this is my mask routine right now in fall. In winter I will be using the hydrating mask 2-3 times a week, enzyme mask 1-2 times a week and clay mask after 2 weeks. In summer I only use the hydrating mask once every 2 weeks ’cause my moisturiser is enough.

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JB

FOREVER ALPHA E FACTOR

Forever Alpha-E Factor is a skin replenishing agent, designed to enhance the skin. This versatile skincare product has been formulated to provide deep skin conditioning and nourishment. It combines powerful antioxidants which enhance the skin’s elasticity, normalises and balances dry skin, and is suitable for the most sensitive of skin types. It smoothes and moisturises, and helps with common skin conditions.

Forever Alpha-E Factor is a light, emollient fluid fortified with vitamins A, C and E, borage seed oil, bisabolol and other protective ingredients to provide optimum protection from environmental factors and stressors.

It is essentially an antioxidant fluid designed to combat free radical damage (80% of damage to our skin is caused by free radicals). Antioxidants promote healthy skin and Forever Alpha-E Factor is an outstanding combination of ingredients. As with most of our products, Forever Alpha-E Factor’s foundation is our pure stabilised Aloe Vera Gel, with all of its benefits for replenishing, moisturising, nourishing and absorption.

The active ingredients of Forever Alpha-E Factor combine to produce a unique product:

Vitamin E (as Tocopherol Acetate) – The skin vitamin, an antioxidant that fights and repairs free radical damage, softens, restores, moisturises and breaks down scar tissue.

Vitamin A (as Retinyl Palmitate) – Another powerful antioxidant, enhancing elasticity while moisturising and reducing scaliness. With natural qualities, it also helps minor skin conditions.

Vitamin C (as Ascorbyl Palmitate) – The third in our trio of antioxidant vitamins, it restores and enhances elasticity. Also helps with scar tissue.

Lecithin – An excellent emollient which improves suppleness in the skin.

Borage seed oil – This provides the skin with gamma linoleic acid (an essential fatty acid) which helps restore moisture and is a very powerful emollient.

Bisabolol – This is an essential oil which has the same pharmacological effects as many healing herbs such as camomile. It is a natural anti-inflammatory and a skin conditioning agent which soothes the skin. It has a light natural citrus aroma, and is suitable for even the most sensitive and delicate skins.

Caprylic / Capric Triglyceride – A light natural emollient derived from coconut oil, which moisturises without the heavy greasy feel of so many oils.

Soya bean oil – A fine moisturiser with antioxidant properties, which also enhances the texture of the finished product. All of these outstanding natural ingredients are combined with the purest and best humectants (which attract water and hold moisture in) and emulsifiers (which allow for the combining of two liquids, such as water and oil).

Uses of Forever Alpha-E Factor

• Use on cracked heels and dry feet. Massage in well at night. Use cotton socks if feet are particularly dry and cracked.

• Forever Alpha-E Factor is packaged in a small glass bottle with a dropper. For maximum results, apply as part of your routine after cleansing and toning. A couple of drops should be applied to face and neck then blended in gently with your fingertips.
• When pregnant, if stretch marks are starting to appear, massage with Forever Alpha-E Factor.

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Forever Marine Mask and its Youth Restoring Benefits

With winter approaching, our skin automatically tends to become dry and taut. Add to that constant exposure to toxic elements and the need to take extra care becomes cruicial. I am sure we all agree that when we look good we feel great. Age spots, find lines, wrinkles, pigmentation etc. are no good for our self esteem.

Also a long day of work or hard day at play may leave your skin looking and feeling dull and dry. Added moisture and deep cleansing is essential to restore and replenish your skin’s softness and natural texture.

THE BEST TYPE of MASK!

Using a high-quality, chemical free and natural facial mask regularly can leave you with brighter, healthier looking skin, by helping remove the debris from the pores and the hair follicles. Face Masks have been part of beauty regimen of women since ancient times. Natural products were used to keep the skin supple and smooth. They are ideal when your skin is wan and lacklustre.

Of course, not all the masts are same, and to get the maximum benefits it’s extremely important to use a mask that is rich in minerals and really capable of cleansing the skin deeply.Forever Marine Mask provides deep cleansing while balancing the skin’s texture with natural sea minerals such as sea kelp and algae, plus the super moisturizing and conditioning properties of Aloe Vera, honey and cucumber extract.

The synergistic blend of these deep sea minerals help the skin get complete nutrients, and the penetrative properties of Aloe Vera ensures that the nutrients reach to deepest layer of the skin to provide nutrition and moisturization.

Aloe Vera: As is true with all our skin care products, Aloe Vera is the principle ingredient in Forever Marine Mask, thereby not only providing skin with all the vital nutrients, but also helping in the penetration of nutrients from all the other ingredients.

Sea Kelp: Sea Kelp is among the oldest surviving species on planet Earth. Deep sea kelp has excellent nutritional qualities. It thrives in a mineral rich environment and absorbs an impressive array of these nutrients, including calcium, iron, magnesium, copper, iodine and zinc. Kelp also contains alkali thereby balancing out the acidic effects of environmental exposure to maintain the proper pH balance of the skin. It is known to nourish, oxygenate and detoxify the skin.

The exfoliating properties of Kelp make it a great addition to a facial mask. It increases blood circulation and stimulates lymph production to eliminate toxins.

Algae: Algae grows in the most natural way possible. There is no genetic manipulation, fertilizer or pesticides, just the sea, light and the tides. Also, algae’s lack of roots necessitates the absorption of nutritive substances from the sea water itself.

Some Benefits of Algae on the skin:

1. Encourages vascular constriction to calm flushed and irritated skin.
2. Stimulates blood circulation.
3. Oxygenates the skin to facilitate toxic elimination.
4. Provides a tightening effect.
5. Rejuvenates and energizes the skin cells.

Honey: It’s one of nature’s best gifts to rejuvenate and moisturize the skin for a smooth glow. Honey’s ability to absorb and retain moisture helps keep skin hydrated and fresh and prevents drying. It’s a very effective for minor acne treatment. Honey absorbs impurities from the pores on the skin, making it an ideal cleansing agent. It helps to rejuvenate skin and provides glow and softness to skin.

Rosemary Extract: Rosemary is a well known culinary herb. Applied to the skin, rosemary essential oil helps strengthen the capillaries and has a rejuvenating effect. It has excellent toning and binding effects on loose, sagging skin, while at the same time increasing blood flow, thereby promoting proper skin function. The diuretic attributes help to reduce puffiness and swelling, resulting in firmer skin and better skin tone. It is known to promote a healthy looking complexion.

Cucumber Extract: Since cucumber has 90% water, it is known to be a cooling agent. As cucumber and the human skin share the same level of hydrogen, it becomes easier for cucumber to mask all the problem areas. The cleansing and cleansing properly makes your skin soft and supple. The juice from cucumber has both strong moisturizing abilities as well as mild astringent effects. Cucumber extract is soothing and helps relieve the puffiness of the skin. It also helps remove dead skin cells and tightens skin.

Directions for use: It’s very easy and simple as no mixing is required. After thoroughly cleansing your face (preferably with Aloe Face & Hand Wash), spread Forever Marine Mask generously in an upward and outward motion over the entire face, avoiding the eyes. Let dry for 15 – 20 minutes, and then gently wash with warm water. Use at least twice a week for optimal results.

Aloe VERA Pure Juice & Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are crystal deposits that accumulate in your kidneys or bladder. According to the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, approximately 1 million Americans develop the condition each year. While doctors consistently encourage sufferers of kidney stones to follow a low-protein, high-fiber and high-fluid diet, herbalists claim that aloe juice may help reduce stone formation. Check with your physician, however, before embarking on any self-help therapy.

About Aloe

Native to Africa and cultivated worldwide, aloe, or aloe vera, reaches heights of 2 feet and bears spikes of yellow or orange flowers. The prickly, fleshy leaves of the plant contain two valuable substances — gel and latex, or juice — that constitute the source of aloe’s medicinal powers. While aloe gel ranks as the favored topical treatment for skin conditions, aloe vera juice has historically lent itself as an internal treatment for digestive disorders.

Kidney Stones

Kidney stones typically start in the center of your kidney as very small concentrations of calcium, uric acid and other substances in your urine. While small stones often pass unnoticed, over several years, as more material accumulates, large solid crystals can form and lodge in your urinary tract. Dislodged stones can cause gripping pain, blood in your urine, chills, fever, sweating, nausea and vomiting.

Aloe Juice-Kidney Stones Link

Aloe juice contains key constituents such as aloin, aloin-emodin, resins, tannins and polysaccharides, plus 20 minerals, 12 vitamins and 19 amino acids essential for good health. In addition, aloe provides aloemannan, a complex sugar that concentrates in your kidneys. According to Phyllis A. Balch, certified nutritional consultant and author of the book “Prescription for Herbal Healing,” aloemannan stimulates production of healthy kidney cells while slowing the rate of crystal deposits that cause kidney stones. Balch recommends drinking 1/4 cup of aloe juice daily for no longer than two consecutive weeks.

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What are KIDNEY STONES and how to TREAT them?

Kidney stones are made of salts and minerals in the urine that stick together, creating small “pebbles” formed within the kidney or urinary tract. They can be as small as grains of sand or as large as golf balls. Kidney stones are a common cause of blood in the urine and often severe pain in the abdomen, flank, or groin. One in every 20 people develops a kidney stone at some point in their life.

What causes kidney stones?

Kidney stones form when a change occurs in the normal balance of water, salts, minerals, and other substances found in urine. Other chemical compounds that can form stones in the urinary tract include uric acid and the amino acid cystine. Dehydration through reduced fluid intake and strenuous exercise without adequate fluid replacement increase the risk of kidney stones. Some people are more likely to get kidney stones because of a medical condition or family history, as the tendency to form kidney stones may also be inherited. If other people in your family have had them, you may have them too.

Who is likely to develop a kidney stone?

For unknown reasons, the number of people in the United States with kidney stones has been increasing over the past 30 years. The prevalence of stone-forming disease rose from 3.8% in the late 1970s to 5.2% in the late 1980s and early 1990s. White Americans are more prone to develop kidney stones than African Americans, and they occur more frequently in men. The prevalence of kidney stones rises dramatically as men enter their 40s, and it continues to rise into their 70s. For women, the prevalence of kidney stones peaks in their 50s. Once a person gets more than one stone, others are more likely to develop.

What are symptoms of kidney stones?

Kidney stones often cause no pain while they are in the kidneys, but they can cause sudden, severe pain as they travel from the kidneys to the bladder. Symptoms and signs include excruciating, cramping pain in the lower back and/or side, groin, or abdomen as well as blood in the urine. If infection is present in the urinary tract along with the stones, there may be fever and chills. A doctor should be called immediately.

How are kidney stones diagnosed?

The diagnosis of kidney stones is suspected by the typical pattern of symptoms when other possible causes of the abdominal or flank pain are excluded. Imaging tests are usually done to confirm the diagnosis. A helical CT scan without contrast material is the most common test to detect stones or obstruction within the urinary tract. In pregnant women or those who should avoid radiation exposure, an ultrasound examination may be done to help establish the diagnosis.

What is the treatment for kidney stones?

Most kidney stones eventually pass through the urinary tract on their own within 48 hours, with ample fluid intake. Pain medications can be prescribed for symptom relief. There are several factors which influence the ability to pass a stone. These include the size of the person, prior stone passage, prostate enlargement, pregnancy, and the size of the stone. A 4 mm stone has an 80% chance of passage, while a 5 mm stone has a 20% chance. Stones larger than 9-10 mm rarely pass on their own and usually require treatment.

How can kidney stones be prevented?

The most common cause of kidney stones is not drinking enough water. Try to drink enough water to keep your urine clear (about eight to 10 glasses of water a day). Drinking grapefruit juice may increase your risk for developing kidney stones.

What are risk factors you can control?

If you think that your diet may be a problem, schedule an appointment with a dietitian and review your food choices. Vitamins C and D can increase your risk of kidney stones when you take more than the daily recommendations. Levels of calcium in the diet may also affect your risk of kidney stones. Getting the recommended amounts of calcium combined with a low-sodium, low-protein diet may decrease your risk of kidney stones. Diets high in protein, sodium, and oxalate-rich foods, such as dark green vegetables, also increase your risk for developing kidney stones.

Learn about additional risk factors you can control.

Weight gain can result in both insulin resistance and increased calcium in the urine, which can result in a greater risk for kidney stones. In one study, weight gain since early adulthood, a high body mass index (BMI), and a large waist size increased a person’s risk for kidney stones. People who are not very active may also have problems with kidney stones.

Recommended FLP Products For Kidney Stone…..

3 to 6 Ounces daily. 1 to 2 Ounces before each meal. Drink with a lot of water. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of pure water per day. Helps to dissolve the stones.

3 to 6 tablets daily. 1 to 2 tablets each meal. Helps prevent possible infections in the urinary tracts.

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Posh Aloe Vera Diet

Posh Enough For Posh…

Detox Weight can report that Victoria Beckham lost an amazing 4lbs in only 48 hours after the first 2 days of the detox stage of the Clean 9, and then another 6lbs on days 3-9 of the clean 9 regime. Victoria’s reasons for this rapid weight loss was to get rid of the weight gain experienced after pregnancy to her fourth child and for her upcoming world tour with the Spice Girls. Detox diets tend to eradicate your body of water which encourage rapid weight loss and the Clean 9 does this more effectively than any other detox diet on the detox and weight loss market.

Following Her Lead

Victoria Beckham has been known for her radical and extreme diet plans for many years, but in every case, what she does works and people follow her lead because they too can benefit and have the same weight loss results. Celebrities use Forever Living products because the proof is indeed in the product itself. By following a detox diet, preferably Aloe Vera, the benefit of drinking this detox drink will help cleanse your body and shed the lbs quickly.

Gradual Progression

Now this is where the Nutri-Lean comes into its own. Obviously most people will be aware that rapid weight loss is often followed by rapid weight gain, and i think we can all agree that is not what we wish or desire. By progressing tot he next step, the weight you have lost can be maintained through the Nutri-Lean programme which is the only follow on programme associated with any detox diet. So to put it simply, if you do any other detox diet, the weight may come off fast, but you will find it will re-appear just as quickly…rest assured, by choosing the Nutri-Lean programme following on from the Clean 9 the weight will not only stay off it but it will encourage further weight loss and help maintan your desired weight loss goal.

Posh Enough For You.

This diet hasn’t only worked for Victoria Beckham. Other celebrities have had their quick fix of this incredible detox diet such as Pop Idol singer Michelle Mcmanus who lost an amazing 13lbs on the Clean 9. Now from what you have read, you may choose to follow this diet as it has clearly worked for some celebrities, but here at Detox Weight we can assure you that this system works for anybody and everybody. We are all human, we all have the same goals, we all want to achieve, and we all want to live healthier lifestyles.

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Forever Aloe Vera for Acne Treatment

 

Acne is a common skin disease especially in teenagers. However, adult acne is not rare either. Acne usually shows when the nature of the skin is changed either because of bacterial colonization of the skin surface or androgen-induced changes in the sebaceous follicles.

The first signs of acne are the lesions. In mild to moderate acne, seborrhea, comedones, papules and pustules are the first to appear. These are also commonly known as red, scaly skin, whiteheads, blackheads, pinheads and pimples.

In severe cases of acne, the papules could become bigger and form nodules. In addition, inflamed bumps on the skin may turn into acne cysts. When nodules and cysts are aggravated they may cause acne scars.

Acne starts in most people as soon as puberty. Ideally, it should have cleared away or reduced tremendously by age 25 when the oily teenage skin is replaced by the dry adult skin.

However, the hormonal imbalance and bacterial cause of acne may extend the skin condition well into middle age

Causes of Acne

In young people, especially in their teens, the level of production of male sex hormones or androgens is increased. These excess androgens can change the nature of the skin leading to increased sebum production and hyperkeratinization.

Examples of androgens which can cause this change are testosterone and its metabolites such as dihydrotestosterone or DHT.  When acne breaks out during pregnancy, menstrual cycles or menopause, it is usually because of hormonal imbalances.

For example, during menopause, the production of estradiol may fall. This female sex hormone is a natural anti-acne compound, and when it is no longer produced, androgens will dominate.

Other causes of hormonal imbalance which can lead to acne include birth control pills especially ones which do not contain estrogen; certain diseases such as Cushing’s syndrome and polycystic ovarian syndrome; and some forms of hormone replacement therapy.

For the bacterial cause of acne, two bacteria are implicated. These are Propionibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus epidermis.

While there are beneficial strains of P. acnes living on the surface of healthy skin, harmful strains of the bacterium can change the nature of the skin enough to cause acne especially when S. epidermis is also present.

There are different medications that can be used to treat acne. Some of them kill off the acne-causing bacteria, some correct hormonal imbalance and others keep the skin pores unclogged while clearing acne lesions.

Herbal extracts can treat acne by any combination of these three mechanisms. They share the distinct advantage of having very few side effects if any. They are also affordable and backed by years of use in traditional medicine in different cultures.

Aloe is an excellent example of such herbal extract. After centuries of use as a herbal remedy, it continues to be used for treating skin diseases even today.

How Aloe Vera Works For Acne

Aloe vera is widely used in the cosmetic industry for its soothing, moisturizing and nourishing effects on the skin.

Its bactericidal activity makes it useful for healing wounds and for treating skin infections such as psoriasis and acne.  In acne treatment, the bactericidal activity of aloe vera is effective against both P. acnes and S. epidermis.

Aloe vera extracts have also been shown to have antifungal properties. Apart from skin infections, aloe vera can be used to treat inflammatory bodies on the skin such as boils and cysts.

Aloe vera can penetrate deep into the skin to kill off bacteria hiding in clogged skin pores. It can also form a protective layer over the skin in order to speed up the healing of acne lesions and the fading of acne scars.

This herbal extract can also reduce the size of inflamed nodules and cysts and help relieve pain caused by the swelling. Aloe vera also promotes the regeneration of skin cells and tissues.

Using Aloe Vera to Treat Acne

There are many acne products containing aloe vera. They are usually sold as topical preparations. Some of these also have other active ingredients besides aloes.

To get the most benefits from treating acne with FOREVER LIVING PRODUCTS‘ aloe vera skincare product, you should use it constantly. The usual routine for aloe vera acne product is to apply it in the morning and in the evening.

You should try and combine different aloe-containing acne skin product types. You can establish a skincare routine with aloe vera gelly, Aloe lotion or cream, Avocado soap (with Aloe in it) and ALOE Marine mask.

For example, you may apply aloe vera gel in the morning on the area of the skin affected by the acne. Gently massage the gel into the skin and leave it on. Aloe vera soap can be used as a facial cleanser. Wash the area covered by the acne with such soap at least twice daily. For those with oily skins, more frequent washes may be required.

To moisturize your skin while maintaining the anti-acne cover, use an aloe vera lotion or cream. This will provide an all-day protective layer that reduces the breakout of new acne lesions. By night, you can apply an aloe vera mask before going to bed, and wash it off in the morning.

Aloe vera products may cause a tingling sensation or itching on sensitive skins. A very few people also are allergic to aloe. For most people though, aloe is safe to use and produces no side effects.

Aloe Vera as a Home Remedy

While you can buy aloe vera products from your local drug store, you can also make your own aloe preparations at home.

To do this, first you need to remove a whole leaf from the aloe plant. An outer leaf should be chosen and then cut off as close to the trunk of the plant as possible.

Make a slit down the middle of the leaf to release the yellow exudate which is the latex. Allow all of the exudate to drain to prevent it from contaminating the gel that will come out later. This latex is responsible for the irritation and inflammation sometimes reported for topical applications of aloe.

There is no need to drain the leaves of Aloe arborescens since it contains very little of the latex.

With a serrated knife, cut off the jagged edges of the leaf then remove its thick skin. After this, scrape off any latex left from the gel core of the leaf.

Remove a piece of the gel and apply directly to the part of the skin affected by acne. Avoid contact with the eyes. Store the rest of the gel in an airtight container in the refrigerator where it can keep for a week.

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Clean 9 Detox Review – My Story

After hearing many success stories about Forever’s Clean 9, I decided to give it a try, after all, as a distributor of Forever Living Products, how can I promote and recommend something with conviction if I haven’t tried it for myself. Once I completed the program, then I would be able to share my own experience.

The other reason I was looking forward to doing it was because my body hasn’t had a cleanse or a break for years, much like thousands of other people, and I thought that doing the Clean 9 can only have a positive effect on my health.
Prepare To Succeed!

Preparing For The Clean 9 Program

A little preparation is a good idea to ensure success and as I like to start things at the beginning of the week, I planned to start the Clean 9 on a Monday morning.  I also didn’t have any big occassion or event on where I might be tempted to veer off the program – I was determined to follow the instructions exactly to see what kind of results I would get. Having heard that lots of people were losing quite a few lbs as well as inches, I wanted to see if this would work for me.

It is recommended to reduce your intake of stimulants a couple of days before starting the detox to minimize any of the possible side effects of withdrawal but instead of the 3-4 cups of coffee I normally drink every day, I think I cut it down to 2 cups on the day before I started.

BEFORE

Clean 9 Review – Day 1 & 2

The first 2 days of the Clean 9 program consist of drinking lots of aloe vera gel and taking both the garcinia and bee pollen supplements as well as drinking lots of water.

There is also 1 protein shake to drink at lunch time but no other eating.

I weighed and measured myself and as I had prepared myself mentally ahead of starting the program.

My starting weight was 10 stone 9 lbs 4 ozs or 69.22 kgs or 149 lbs 6.4ozs.

My measurements were –

Arm – measured at the widest part – 9.5 inches

Waist – 36 inches

Chest – 37 inches

Hip –  38 and half inches

Thigh – 20 inches

   … and Day 1 went very smoothly.  I missed the act of physically eating and would be lying if I said I didn’t feel a little hungry when it got to about 7 or 8 o’clock.

Day 2

Day 2 was a little more difficult but I was determined to follow the Clean 9 instructions exactly so I distracted myself with other things as much as I could. I had a slight headache on waking up and I noticed I was a little irritable.  I also felt a little “achey”, like as if you are coming down with a cold. The headache lessened when I drank some water and passed after a couple of hours.  I also did around 30 minutes of exercise each day which consisted of walking which did actually clear my head, and I went to bed early both nights.

Day 3

Day 3 could be described as “exciting” – as I got to taste the protein shake which was delicious!  I’ve never had a protein shake before but I was surprised how full I felt after drinking it.  I did experience a little lower back pain which I normally don’t have and the Clean 9 I thought had to have something to do with it.  My friend Mary did explain that this was most likely caused by a shift in the bowel due to the cleansing process and the bowel could be pressing on a nerve.  This was nothing major and I would really describe it as uncomfortable – I knew it was only a temporary thing and it would be gone in a day or 2.  I also got to eat a 600 calorie meal for dinner which consisted of a fillet of chicken, lightly brushed with pesto sauce, 1 small roast potato and some roast vegetables – delicious!

Day 4

Day 4 I started to feel better – my achey feelings were gone and I just wasn’t hungry at all.  I still had some lower back pain but overall I was fine.  I did feel a little constipated which surprised me as I thought I might have been spending a little more time on the toilet. Taking a probiotic capsule is recommended to help with constipation. From day 3 onwards, the amount of gel is reduced to twice per day.

Day 5 

From day 5 onwards, I felt great – I did not feel hungry apart from when it was coming up to lunch or dinner and I had a lot of energy.  The protein shakes for both breakfast and lunch really kept me full and I found that the 600 calorie meal is actually plenty of food.  Planning ahead to make sure you have something suitable for dinner is vital.

Day 6 -9

I weighted myself on Day 6 and I was down 2lbs and I felt a lot thinner however I did not meausre or weight myself any other time until the end of the program. I also did the recommended 20 mins of exercise each day.

Day 10

I was really excited to see what the results were after the 9 day plan – I really felt so much better and healthier, I almost decided against eating (almost!)  I hopped on the scales – yeah…

10st 4lbs and 8ozs

AFTER – Clean9

Clean 9 Results – 

Weight afterwards – 10st 4lbs and 8ozs – or 66kg or 144 lb 8oz

WEIGHT LOSS TOTAL – 4.6 lbs

Measurements Taken After Clean 9 

Arm – measured at the widest part – 9.5 inches  – same
Waist – 36 inches            –  now 34 inches
Chest – 37 inches            –  now 36 inches
Hip –  38 and half inches  –  now 37 inches
Thigh – 20 inches             – now 19 inch each leg

INCH LOSS – TOTAL 6 and half inches

The Clean 9 Detox Review – Overall

Overall I found the Clean 9 program was fantastic and if I had to carry it on longer than the 9 days, I would have happily done so.  I really felt cleaner, lighter, healthier and thinner by the end.

My most difficult day of the program was DAY 2 because of a combination of being hungry, withdrawal symptoms and changes starting to take place in my body.  I was 100% motivated to complete the program and I was probably  tempted only once or twice to stray – but as I wanted to make sure I followed the instructions to a tee, I did not give in to temptation.

The booklet which comes in the box is a great guide as there is a planner for each day so you can keep track of how you are feeling, things you may notice and the exercise you’ve done.

If you do decide to have something which is different to what is outlined on the plan, it is important to keep track of it as it could affect the final outcome and so your expectations.  You also fill out your weight and measurements before you begin, so you have a record to compare with.

Some of the effects Clean 9 had on me –

My nails grew quickly, seemed stronger and healthier
My hair felt and looked great
I felt a lot thinner
No food cravings AT ALL – can honestly say I was not hungry
Really felt like choosing healthier options even days after the program had finished
Had great energy levels
Was buzzing and noticed my mood was much better

CLEAN 9 REVIEW – After Completing The Program 

On Day 10, I had 3 meals, breakfast, lunch and dinner and I kept drinking the gel however though I had some supplements left, I didn’t think to take them.

I mentioned to a friend that evening that I had just completed the Clean 9 Detox and diet and she said it would be interesting to see what my weight was the following day as more than likely once I returned to normal eating, I would put on at least 2lbs of what I had lost.

I thought that was interesting so here is my result the following morning –

As I write this, it is one week and a day after the result above.  My weight this morning is exactly 10st 4lbs.I’ve been more concious of choosing healthier options but I’ve also worked out my BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate) – the minimum number of calories that MY body needs each day to function properly at rest AND my AMR (Actual Metabolic Rate) – this is my BMR plus the calories I need each day to support movement and activity.

AMR depends on your level of activity so will be calculated different depending on how active you are.  The ONLY way to lose weight is to burn off MORE calories than you take in and once you know the rate at which your body uses and burns calories, you will be a lot closer to achieving your goal for weight loss, weight gain or weight maintenance.

You can at this stage move on to the Nutri-Lean program depending on how much weight you have to lose.  You could also introduce another meal, either breakfast or lunch and stick with one protein shake – you could also decide to continue with the garcinia supplements for a while and remain drinking the aloe vera gel for overall health. These products are available to purchase serperately.

You don’t of course “need” to continue with these recommendations, the most important thing is to be aware of what kinds of foods you are consuming and in what amounts to ensure you hold on to the results you achieve with Clean 9 Detox.

I am in LOVE with my BODY !!!  I will do my BEST to MAINTAIN this and KEEP my self SAME!!!