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DIY Parsley Remedy for Dark Circles Under the Eyes and Eye Bags


Dark Circles under the eyes ParsleyMost people have some discoloration of the delicate skin under their eyes to varying degrees, particularly after a long day or big night out. But for many of us this is a more persistent problem.

There are many potential causes of dark circles under the eyes. While some people may have a genetic disposition, more commonly they are caused by lack of sleep, stress, eating unhealthy junk food, excess alcohol, menstruation for women, smoking, sinusitis and poor circulation to this area of the face.

Dark circles under the eyes and not a great thing to wake up to in the mirror in the morning but there is a natural treatment that can help. Crushed parsley, applied topically, is a simple remedy for skin discoloration and puffiness, that you can easily make and use at home.

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Parsley Face Mask for Dark Spots, Acne and Discolored Skin


Parsley facial treatmentParsley is well known for its skin lightening properties that can help reduce the appearance of dark spots and discolored skin on your face. It is also a beneficial acne treatment, particularly when used fresh.

Some commercial products trumpet the addition of parsley extract in their formulas. But why pay expensive prices when you can easily make a parsley face mask at home, for a fraction of the cost and at much greater strength and effectiveness?

DIY Dark Spots and Acne Face Mask with Parsley, Honey and Lemon

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Parsley Juice for Kidney Cleansing and Liver Detoxification


Green juiceParsley juice is a concentrated version of all the nutrition in the herb, including a rich array of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, enzymes, chlorophyll and volatile oils.

Some of the best known benefits of this green herb include kidney cleansing and liver detoxification.

Ahead are two special recipes for using parsley as a natural kidney treatment and liver healer.

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Top 10 Nutritional Benefits of Arugula: Why Salad Rocket Is So Good For You


Healthy RocketArugula is a highly nutritious cruciferous vegetable that’s well worth eating as often as possible.

Also called salad rocket, rucola or roquette, it has a distinctive and delicious peppery flavor to its soft green leaves and goes particularly well in fresh salads.

This nutrient-rich green has many beneficial properties for energy production, cellular protection, natural weight loss and a healthier appearance. Here’s just what makes salad rocket so good for you.

10 Reasons Why Arugula is So Good for You

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Bok Choy Smoothie Recipe for Better Skin


Green Smoothie with Bok ChoyHere’s a delicious smoothie recipe for better looking skin using bok choy and other healthy fruits and veggies.

It taste great and is full of nutrition to support a glowing complexion.

If you could make up this bok choy smoothie once or twice a week I’d be very surprised if you didn’t see a significant improvement in your skin’s appearance in a few weeks.

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Bok Choy Juice Recipe for Healthier Skin


Juiced bok choyHere’s a recipe for juicing bok choy that is loaded with vegetables and fruits that are particularly good for improving your skin tone and supporting internal cleansing and liver health.

Bok choy is rich in nutrients like antioxidant carotenoids, vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, potassium and selenium. Combined with the other superfoods listed ahead, this juice mixture is a potent way to support your skin.

It tastes great too so why not give it a try and start giving your body more of the nutrition it needs to look its best.

A Quick Note on Organic

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Bok Choy for Weight Loss and 3 Key Nutritional Benefits


Nutritional Properties of Bak ChoiBok choy is one of the most popular vegetables to cook with throughout Asia, yet still not widely used in America.

Very low in calories, yet high in many beneficial nutrients, bok choy is excellent for weight loss and a green superfood well worth using more of in your daily cooking.

What Is Bok Choy?

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Flaxseed Oil Versus Flax Meal — Which is Healthier?


Flax Oil or Ground FlaxBoth flax oil and ground flaxseeds have significant nutritional benefits but which one is better for your health?

Here is a comparison of flaxseed oil versus flax meal for omega-3s, lignans, fiber, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.

Omega-3 Content Comparison

The majority of people eating ground flax or taking the oil are doing so because of their very high omega-3 fatty acid content.

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How to Use Flaxseed Oil for Healthier Hair


Omega-3 Fats for beautiful locksThere are 2 ways to use flaxseed oil for improving the strength and shine of your hair.

Both of them rely on the high omega-3 alpha linolenic acid content of flaxseeds, which is concentrated even further in the cold pressed oil.

The first and most important is getting more omega-3 fatty acids in your diet.

Many people report greatly improved hair and better health in general with a daily dosage of flax oil taken in a certain way.

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Flaxseed Oil for Acne and Dry Skin: Dosage, Benefits and a Topical Treatment


Improve Skin with Flax OilFlaxseed oil is the richest natural source of alpha linolenic acid (ALA), comprising over 50% of this essential omega-3 fat for healthy skin.

Unfortunately, ALA consumption has dropped significantly in recent decades. By comparison, most people’s intake of omega-6 fats, like linoleic acid found in vegetable oil, has increased dramatically.

If you want to address skin problems like acne, or a dry and flaky complexion, then flaxseed oil can help remedy this imbalance.

How Omega-6 Fatty Acids Cause Skin Inflammation

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How to Use Flaxseed Oil for Weight Loss


Healthy oil for a flat tummyBoth flaxseed oil and ground flax can help with weight loss in ways that most people wouldn’t expect and it has nothing to do with dieting.

Ahead is a look at how taking flaxseeds can help suppress appetite, improve metabolism, enhance digestion and increase thermogenic fat burning.

Extreme Diets Don’t Work

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