Judge your Honey’s Purity, Yourself

India 21 September 2016: Ayurveda is an ancient system of medicine that has been practised for thousands of years and has been becoming a worldwide choice due to its natural, holistic healing properties which treats the root cause of a disease instead of just the symptoms. One of the vital component of Ayurvedic medicines, honey, is mixed with a variety of herbs and spices and made into compound for management of various ailments.

Modern lifestyle and diet plays a critical role in the upsurge of the no. of disease and Ayurvedic teaching advocate the daily consumption of honey for good health. Honey is known to be a safe replacement of sugar, which also has antimicrobial properties along with its other beneficial effects. 

Some benefits of consuming Honey: 

Good for Immunity: Honey is reported to have immunomodulator.

Good Anti-oxidant:  Honey is known for centuries for its medicinal and health promoting properties. It contains various kinds of phytochemicals with high phenolic and flavonoid content which contribute to its high antioxidant activity. Honey has antioxidant property potential to prevent the development of free radicals.

Good for Digestion: Honey is good for digestion and it also act as a prebiotic.

Cough & Throat Irritation: Honey has soothing effect. So it is traditionally used for its beneficial effects in cough and throat irritation.

Good for Wound healing (Topical application):  honey helps in reducing inflammation, promotes granulation and helps in healing with reduced scarring

With the health benefits of honey becoming more popular each day, there are several kinds and brands of honey in the market which are labelled as the purest but many of these may be having harmful Antibiotics above the permissible limits & may also be adulterated with sugar.

Today, honey is the focus of modern scientific research by the medical community, but as a consumer there are some indicators one should look for at the time of buying honey from the market.

Thickness Test: - It is scientifically proven that pure honey is high on viscosity and very sticky in consistency.

Water Test: -Pour a spoon of honey in water. If it settles down at the bottom, it is pure. If it dissolves immediately, it has excess moisture @ is not good quality. 

Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI):- FSSAI is a statutory body for laying down science based standards for articles of food. A license from FSSAI is a prerequisite. FSSAI defines the regulations for quality of honey.

Crystallization Test: Pure honey takes longer to crystallize, typically in more than 4 weeks, when refrigerated 

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Simple Ways To Make Pomegranate Natural homemade facial face mask at home

India 04 September 2016: 
 
Did you ever think why you are eating juicy pomegranate seed. They are not only tasty but also delicious. But you all know that pomegranate seeds have lots of health benefits. Pomegranate do a lots of wonders for your skin also.

Yes i am telling you about pomegranate face mask in this topic. Are you interested in knowing more about pomegranate face mask and how to prepare pomegranate face mask at home?

Pomegranate Fruit Gives a lots of health benefits because of it antioxidants present in it. Pomegranate not only destroy the free radicals but they also have anti-aging properties. We can say to Unseen ( not so Visible) wrinkles, age spots and fine lines. Pomegranate Has a lots of antioxidants along with vitamins like A and Vitamin C. Vitamin C is highly Very helpful when it comes to improve the skin natural texture. Pomegranate  fruit will brighten your complexion and also whitens the skin. Pomegranate adds a beautiful glow to your face since Pomegranate is rich in nutrients which Production of cell and thus skin marks, blemishes and spots will be Recovered very soon.

You also can enjoy the skin benefits of pomegranate by preparing Natural (organic) homemade   pomegranate facial face mask at home.

Benefits of Pomegranate Natural homemade facial face mask at home

 

Pomegranate face mask will make your skin brighter and shiny.

Pomegranate face mask are skin rejuvenating which will make the skin glow and appear glowy.

Pomegranate is rich in antioxidants which fight against the free radicals which causes the oxidative impact of the cells.

Vitamin A, C and K in pomegranate fruit juice improves the skin health and firmness.
Homemade Facial Pomegranate Face Mask and pack can cure or treat spots, acne marks and sun damage of the face.

The nutrients present in pomegranate fruit and the Alpha Hydroxy Acids increases the cell renewal rate and make the skin look acne free and flawless. Pomegranate Fruit also makes the skin youthful and younger looking.

Tips To Prepare Homemade Facial Pomegranate facial Face Mask

1. Pomegranate and Honey facial face mask for whitening of skin

Honey and pomegranate go hand in hand it will give you flawless, healthy and radiant skin
To make Pomegranate and Honey facial mask take Take 1 tsp of pomegranate fruit juice and add 1 tsp (Tablespoon) of honey. With this lotion of pomegranate and honey we must massage the face with very gently. After massaging for two to four minutes. Leave the mask for 20 minutes and then wash the face. This will whiten the skin will give a glowing skin on your face.

2) Homemade Facial Pomegranate and papaya facial face mask

Take a 2 tbsp (Tablespoon) of pomegranate seeds and mash them to with a spoon to make juice
Mash a small piece of papaya
mix some papaya pulp with some pomegranate juice Apply this paste on your face for 25 minutes and Then rinse with cold water

3) Whitening pomegranate Homemade Facial face mask with Green Tea

 

 

Both these ingredients pomegranate and green tea are loaded with antioxidants. anti oxidants help in rejuvenating our skin making it look fairer.

Make a paste of a few pomegranate seeds and add a tablespoon of yogurt to it. mix these two ingredients well and add 1 tablespoon of freshly made green tea. Finally add a tablespoon of honey to this paste.

Apply this paste all over your face and neck and let it sit there for 30 minutes. later wash your face with cold water to get fairer and radiant skin. This face mask also helps to protect your skin from acne.

4) Pomegranate and yogurt Homemade Facial face mask

If you have been in the sun for a very long time your skin tends to get tanned. Use this face mask to get rid of the tan and revive your dull and tired skin.

take some pomegranate paste and add a tablespoon of yogurt. Mix these two ingredients well and apply it to your face and neck. let it sit on your face for 20 minutes and wash with cold water.

5) Pomegranate and lemon Homemade Facial face mask for marks and blemishes

 If you are having trouble with dark spots, brown spots, black marks and acne marks on your face then this pomegranate and lemon face mask is the right choice for you. Loaded with vitamin C it gets rid of all such skin problems leaving you with a refreshed and glowing skin.
Mix a teaspoon of pomegranate juice with 2 teaspoons of lemon juice. apply this mixture on your face and neck and softly massage it with the tip of your fingers for a minute. let it sit on your face for atleast 20 minutes and then rinse your face with cold water.

6) Pomegranate And Cocoa Homemade Facial Face Mask for youthful Skin

Cocoa and pomegranate are both rich in antioxidants. This facial mask will rejuvenate your skin cells and give you healthy and youthful skin.

take 2 tablespoons of pomegranate paste add 1/2 a teaspoon of cocoa powder to it. Mix these two well and apply it on your face and neck. let the face pack be on your face for 25 minutes and then wash it with cold water to get healthy, glowing and youthful skin.

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Can Coconut Oil use as a Home Remedies to Promote Hair Growth?

Mumbai 19 July 2016: Everyone like to have long, thick, and lustrous locks of their hair but not everyone has this dream come true. Many of the time we try and try but the hair just doesn’t grow out the way we all want it to grow. And if you are going it long without a haircut you are just making for the split ends to come your way. Here is the problems of thinning hair or hair loss very upsetting for some people.

Hair loss common causes include nutritional deficiencies, hormonal imbalance, stress, use of improper hairstyles, heating tools, chemical laden hair products, genetics, and various other reasons.

But you dont have to worry any more There are some home remedies that can keep your hair strong and promote new growth. If you follow them regularly these Home remedies for at least a month it will prove to be highly effective.

Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is popular because of its variety of uses and benefits.  This miracle Coconut oil tops the list of natural alternatives From cooking to moisturizing skin to improve your health and well-being. By using coconut oil it is a natural way to help your hair grow longer, thicker, and faster. Coconut milk is rich in proteins, iron and other essential nutrients which helps in promoting the hair growth and prevents breakage.

Coconut Oil contains potent antioxidants and has antibacterial properties. Its fatty acids are beneficial for the hair and can improve scalp health thus improving the conditions for growing thicker, fuller hair. With coconut Oil you can get rid of dandruff, You can remove and prevent lice.
Coconut oil contains both antifungal and antibacterial properties to protect against potential fungal or bacterial problems that limit hair growth.

Massaging your scalp with coconut oil it will improves the blood circulation of your scalp and hair follicles which will helps your hair follicles to absorb the valuable nutrients in the oil which is required for hair re-growth.

Ways to use Coconut Oil for nourishing your hair and treating hair problems

Best and top ways you can use coconut oil to facilitate hair growth and treat numerous hair and scalp problem.

Coconut Oil for Hair

1. Daily Hair Care use of Coconut Oil

Coconut oil makes your hair softer, stronger and treat your scalp problem to ensure hair growth, you can use coconut oil into your daily hair care routine
You need to massage the scalp and hair with coconut oil an hour before you go to bath. Rinse with a mild shampoo. You may also do a massage with warm coconut oil sometime before going to the bed at night by doing so the scalp will soak this oil overnight and take a shower in the morning.
You can also apply coconut milk to your hair every time you wash your hair.

2. Using With Shampoo And Conditioner

Those who have oily scalp may find the application of coconut oil to scalp directly making the hair greasy. You may take a small amount of coconut oil in a mild or an organic shampoo then shampoo your hair while taking a bathing. You can mix the oil with your hair conditioner It will make your hair shiner and softer and promote your hair growth. Those who have dry hair this combination is used for a deep conditioning treatment. Mix a few tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil with regular coconut oil. Those who have long and thick hair can take more oil Next step is that you will have to brush your hair and remove all the knot from your hair. After that you need to massage it using coconut and olive oil. Begin from the ends. After massaging you need to brush your hair once again. Those who have  rough or damaged hair may also use more oil Once this has been done, you can sleep as usual.  With cold water rinse your hair first when you wake up the next morning. Shampoo and conditioning are also important. You could use some honey for your hair before you finally wash your hair.

3. Using With Other Plant Oils

Coconut oil can easily be used with other plant based oils to offer good health growth.

You may mix it with olive oil and almond oil. you must first warm the oil mixture, massage your scalp gently. Keep the oil soak for an hour and for better results you need to wrap the head using a towel soaked in hot water then wash it off with a mild shampoo. You can do this once in a week.

4. Using with Honey

Honey is delicious, sticky and sweet product that we use in our kitchen for cooking and its also an ingredient to make our tea taste good.

Before using honey to your hair first you need to find whether it is safe for the hair. Honey contains vitamins, minerals, antibacterial honey also acts as a humectant to attracts moisture and has healing properties. In the past and today Many civilizations uses honey for many times  and for many uses and honey for hair is one of those uses. So honey is safe for the hair.
Honey has antibacterial and antiseptic qualities that prevents our scalp from infections and tends to keep our scalp clean and bacteria free. Honey keeps you away from dandruff and itchiness on your scalp.

If your hair is dry and direct exposure to the sun and in increased pollution then use of honey can bring back that lost sheen and shine of your hair. The combination of coconut oil and honey is perfect for your skin. Honey will not only control protein loss but will also help your hair to retain its moisture. Coconut oil will help to cool your scalp and honey will adds extra shine and prevents split ends.

You have to mix coconut oil with organic honey both in equal amounts. Use your fingers to coat hair strands well and then use a comb that will help you to distribute the mixture on the scalp evenly. Leave it on for an hour. Then wash off with water thoroughly. If you want to leave it overnight, you can try these method. you can mix  Two teaspoons of honey in 2 tablespoons of coconut oil. Apply it all of your hair including your scalp and tresses. Put a towel on your pillow before going to sleep at night. Using a shampoo and conditioner wash your hair in the morning.

5. Using with Neem

The main cause of hair fall both in men and women is dandruff. Most of the dandruff control shampoos available today contain many chemical agents wich affects our hair. Instead try using coconut oil infused with neem leaves for relief from dandruff. Neem is known for its antibacterial power. For this treatment you need to boil a few neem leaves in coconut oil on low flame. Apply and massage this oil mixture on your hair and scalp when it cools down a little and not hot to touch. Let it get soaked by the scalp and hair. Wash off with a mild shampoo after sometime.

6. Using With Essential Oils

When coconut oil is mixed with specific essential oils it helps fight various hair problems and promote hair growth. Using rosemary and tea tree oil mixed with coconut oil helps you get long and healthy hair. Caution essential oils can be quite strong,so you should mix only a few drops in a bottle of coconut oil.

7. Using With Camphor

Camphor mixed with coconut oil is an age old remedy to treating dandruff in hair. For this treatment you need to mix a small amount of camphor with coconut oil. Warm this mixture slightly and apply on your scalp and leave it in overnight and wash in the morning with a mild shampoo.

8. Using As A Hair Pack

Coconut oil can be used as a nourishing hair pack for damaged hair. For this awesome hair pack, you need to mix virgin coconut oi and extra virgin olive oil. To this mixture add some yogurt and a spoonful of honey. Cover your hair with this mixture and wash it off after an hour.

9. Using With Avocado

The excellent hydrating properties of avocado are well known. When avocado is mixed with coconut oil, the benefits of this mixture are just awesome. For this you need to mash the avocado and mix it with coconut oil and apply it in you hair and scalp and leave it in for an hour. Wash this mixture off thoroughly with a mild shampoo so that no avocado is left back on your scalp.

10. Using With Egg 

Eggs being rich in protein helps to make our hair roots strong and reduce hair fall. This is another amazing coconut oil hair mask which is easy to make and very nutritious for the hair. For making this hair mask you need to whisk some egg yolks with warm coconut oil and honey. Massage this mixture well in your hair and scalp. As this mixture is not very thick you can use a brush to apply it as well. Leave this mask in hair overnight and wash it off the next morning with mild shampoo and conditioner.

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Dabur launches Honey Fruit Spreads

Introduces range of four Honey-based fruit spreads with No Added Sugar

New Delhi, June 23, 2016: Dabur India Ltd today announced the extension of brand Honey with the launch of a range of four Honey Fruit Spreads. The all-new Dabur Honey Fruit Spreads have been launched in four exotic and refreshingly healthy fruit variants -- Strawberry, Plum, Exotic Berries and Kiwi. They contain Honey & real Fruit Crush, and hence No Added Sugar.

The new range of Dabur Honey Fruit Spreads will be available in two SKUs: 170 gm priced between Rs 120 and Rs 130, and 370 gm priced between Rs 250 and Rs 270.

Announcing the launch, Dabur India Ltd Marketing Head-Culinary & Confectionary Mr. Ajay Motwani said: “Dabur is one of the most trusted healthcare brands in India. Our products come with a promise of quality and offer wholesome health & wellbeing to consumers. For the past 132 years, we have been producing the finest products for Indian households. Dabur Honey has been a constant companion on breakfast tables across households and we are now extending the same health benefits of Honey into the spreads category with the launch of Dabur Honey Fruit Spreads.”

The launch of Dabur Honey Fruit Spread range will be supported with a 360-degree campaign, involving digital and traditional media, as also retailer specific promotional campaigns to convey the premium quality and health benefits of the brand.

“Dabur Honey Fruit Spreads contain Honey and real Fruit Crush, and hence No Added Sugar. So, now you can go ahead, relive your childhood and indulge without any guilt. This range is ideal for the breakfast table as well as for making some childhood favourites like spreads on paranthas and toast, etc. Dabur Honey Fruit Spread is a true Adult Jam for the health conscious individual,” Mr. Motwani added.

About Dabur India Ltd.

Dabur India Ltd is one of India’s leading FMCG Companies. Building on a legacy of quality and experience for 132 years, Dabur is today India’s most trusted name and the world’s largest Ayurvedic and Natural Health Care Company. Dabur India's FMCG portfolio includes five flagship brands with distinct brand identities -- Dabur as the master brand for natural healthcare products, Vatika for premium hair care, Hajmola for digestives, Réal for fruit-based beverages and Fem for fairness bleaches & skin care.

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GHCL Ltd (Gujarat Heavy Chemicals Limited) launches i-FLO Honey in Kerala

May 11,  20.26 PM IST || Pocket News Alert

Chennai, May 11, 2016: i-FLO, FMCG brand from GHCL LTD (Gujarat Heavy Chemicals Limited) launched its product, i-FLO Honey in Kerala today. Targeted for all income group, i-FLO Honey will be available in all major retail outlets across Kerala immediately.

i-FLO Honey is sourced from various parts of the country like Uttar Pradesh, Himalayan Regions as well as Nepal and Karnataka. To provide excellent quality to consumers the company’s internal quality control team inspects the quality of the raw honey after being sourced from various beehives. The sourced honey is tested on physical and chemical parameters including adulteration at the lab as well. Periodically external agencies audit associated with GHCL  audits the facilities at sourcing points and filling factories.

i-FLO honey has been launched earlier in Tamil Nadu, Telengana and Andhra Pradesh and will be launched soon in Karnataka, Maharashtra and Goa.

Commenting on the launch of i-FLO Honey in Kerala, Mr. Gopakumar Menon, Vice President, Head - Consumer Products Division, GHCL Ltd says, “We are excited to launch i-FLO Honey in Kerala today. The state has the highest literacy rate in India and ranks among the best in the country in giving prominence to healthcare. As a new entrant into FMCG industry, our focus is to introduce products which are on Health and Wellness segment. i-FLO Honey will be a quality product aimed at offering health benefits to the whole family. We will continue to establish and push products which will deliver a better health benefits to our Consumers on a consistent basis.”

i-FLO Honey comes in different pack size – 18 gms, 50 gms, 100 gms, 250 gms, 500 gms and 1 kg priced between Rs. 15 to Rs. 375.

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Emami offers Zandu Pure Honey without added sugar

 January 27 2016,  13.58 AM IST || Pocket Press Release

Kolkata, January 27, 2016: Zandu Ayurveda, from the house of Emami Limited introduces Zandu Pure Honey, in the honey category of the Indian Market. Honey is being consumed for various health benefits like fitness, weight management, sore throat etc and it is effective only in its purest form. Keeping this in mind, Zandu has introduced a product which gives 100% Guaranteed Purity with No Added Sugar which is scientifically tested in German Laboratory.

Speaking on this occasion, Mr.  Ajith Babu Narasimha, CEO, Healthcare Division, Emami Limited said, “Adulteration in Honey is rampant in the market today with most of the products having added sugar.Consumers are skeptical about the presence of added sugar / jaggery/ rice syrup in honey that they consume. In such a scenario, our objective is to provide consumers with honey that is 100% pure & natural that is available in the market today and is the only brand that they can fully trust.”

Targeting the entire family, with a primary focus on fitness conscious women between the age group of 25-45 years apart from the elderly and children, Zandu Pure Honey is available in a pack sizes of 100 g, 250 g and 500 g priced at Rs 75, Rs 165 and Rs 270 respectively.

Although honey is not a seasonal product but its consumption increases during winter particularly in the in colder climates since it helps to keep the body warm and is an effective cure for cough & cold.

The launch of Zandu Pure Honey would be supported by an integrated communication strategy through Print and Audio-Visual promotions. A brand new TVC directed by Samir Tiwari from the Production house Working I Films is on air.

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