Marjoram Health Benefits!

Native to the Mediterranean region, marjoram grows primarily in Sicily, and one of its cities, Marjoram, is named after it. The residents of Marjoram hold the belief that marjoram had the power to banish sorrow. In addition, marjoram has sacred associations in the Hindu religion and was found to be of considerable use in the middle Ages, especially to preserve and disinfect meat that was less than fresh.

Because marjoram is considered to have the most fragrant essential oil among all herbs, it is widely used in aromatherapy, and also as a warming and soothing message oil to provide relief for muscular ache. Its healing properties include: fighting asthma; headaches; and soothing the stomach and digestive tract. This soothing herbal flavor can be enjoyed as a tea by sprinkling water over a few sprigs of marjoram.

In addition, the leaf of the marjoram has been used to loosen phlegm. It acts as a decongestant and useful in bronchitis, sinusitis and sinus headaches. Used as a tonic for the nervous system, marjoram is believed to be more calming than oregano, as it is used to soothe the nerves, reduce tension and stress; especially environmental. One of the components in marjoram is the flavonoids which have sedation qualities which help to relieve insomnia, tension headaches and migraines.

Promoting healthy digestion and treating simple gastrointestinal disorders, such as loss of appetite, indigestion, nausea and flatulence is another benefit in using marjoram. Much like the herb peppermint, it is said to soothe minor digestive upsets and colic. The flavonoids may also promote healthy arteries and heart by preventing cholesterol buildup and improving blood circulation. It is also thought to help individuals with Alzheimer’s disease.

Containing anti-inflammatory properties, marjoram can be used internally or externally. It alleviates aches and pains and when used externally, aids in the reduction of toothaches, muscular pain, bruises, arthritis, sprains and stiff joints. Used internally, it eases severe stomach cramps, spasms and painful menstruation. Marjoram stimulates perspiration, which also helps to rid the body of toxins through the skin. Moreover, this quality helps in the reduction of fevers, and helps to relieve cold and flu symptoms.

On the culinary side, marjoram makes excellent stuffing for chicken and turkey roasts. It makes an attractive garnish for bean and pea soups, and enhances the flavor of carrot and squash when cooked with it. It also works well with cheese and egg dishes. Marjoram is considered to be one of the rare herbs whose flavor intensifies when dried. It is also used in homemade sausages and meats that are to be cured or smoked. Marjoram also works well in combination with other herbs in spice blends. Marjoram is most definitely a major health benefit.

More Uses

• Marjoram oil has a warming action and calms emotions, relieves anxiety as well as stress and helps to calms hyperactive people. It has good muscle relaxant properties and the pain killing properties are useful for rheumatic pains as well as sprains, strains and spasms, as well as swollen joints and painful muscles.
• It is great for treating delayed, painful or scanty monthly periods as well as menstrual cramps.
• Its oil may also be used with hyperactive children to help provide a mild form of sedation to clam them down. This would be best achieved by means of a room fragrance by placing a few drops in an oil burner.
• A few drops of the oil in unscented lotions or boiled into pure water helps to strengthen, soften and soothe ones hair,feet and body.
• Marjoram can be used in control of hormones and soothe the nerves
• It's also has an effective role in controlling and burning fat in the body which leads to lose weight effectively and significantly It can help manage cravings and feelings of hunger, and it can also address some contributors to weight issues such as stress, anxiety and depression

How To of use
Put two teaspoons of dried marjoram  in a cup and then pour hot water and cover it for a quarter of an hour and then drink it.
Caution:
Although it is non-toxic, avoid during pregnancy.

50 Things I Want To Do Before I Die!

Life is the most beautiful gift we have, but you never know how long you have until it’s over. That’s why I’m a big fan of doing things you want to do when you get the chance. Don’t wait for “Tomorrow” or “Someday”. If you get the opportunity today, then do it today.
Here’s a list of 100 crazy things that I want to do before I die, and maybe we can even do some of these things together (who knows).




1. Throw a huge party and invite every one of your friends.
2. Swim with a dolphin.
3. Skydive.
4. Have your portrait painted.
5. Learn to speak a foreign language and make sure you use it.
6. Drive a Lamborghini or Ferrari: A Lamborghini and Ferrari are pretty much the most exclusive and expensive cars that money can buy, and only reserved for some very select individuals who earn enough to afford to own one. Fortunately, you can rent one for a few hours for just a fraction of the retail price, and it’s something that you need to experience. And remember to take plenty of videos and photos! :)
7.  Tell someone the story of your life, sparing no details
8. Attend at least one major sporting event: the Super Bowl, the Olympics...
9. Run a marathon.
10. Own a room with a view
11. Buy a round-the-world air ticket and a rucksack, and run away 
12. Send a message in a bottle.
13. Give your mother a dozen red roses and tell her you love her
14. Ride a camel into the desert.
15. Learn not to say yes when you really mean no 
16. Fall deeply in love ''helplessly and unconditionally''
17. Shower in a waterfall.
18. Learn to play a musical instrument with some degree of skill.
19. Teach someone illiterate to read.
    
20. Spend a night in a haunted house( by yourself  )
21. Spend New Year's in an exotic location.


22. Get passionate about a cause and spend time helping it, instead of just thinking about it.
23. Own one very expensive but absolutely wonderful business suit.
24.   Write your will.
    
25. Spend a whole day reading a great novel.
    
26. Forgive your parents.
27. Overcome your fear of failure.
28. Donate money and put your name on something: a college scholarship, a bench in the park. 
29. Buy your own house and then spend time making it into exactly what you want.  
30. Spend three months getting your body into optimum shape.
31. Accept yourself for who you are
32. Scuba dive off Australia's Great Barrier Reef.
33. Go up in a hot-air balloon.
34. Give to a charity -- anonymously.
35. Go deep sea fishing and eat your catch.
36. Look into your child's eyes, see yourself, and smile.
37. Ski a double-black diamond run.
38. Get In a Physical Fight: You’ll never know what you’re made of until you get into a real (physical) fight. Can you throw a punch? Can you block or avoid a punch thrown at you? Can you knock someone out? It’s always better to avoid physical fights, but I can tell you that you learn a heck of a lot more from 5 minutes in a street fight than years of martial arts training.
39. Visit the Eiffel Tower
40. Visit The Pyramids of Egypt
41. Live On An Island For At Least a Month
42. Make $1,000,000: A somewhat big ambition, but it would be a cool achievement to make $1,000,000 in your life. A million dollars isn’t what it used to be 50 years ago, and there are plenty of people who have achieved it, so you can do it too!!
43. Get Married
44. Own a Pet (And Take Good Care of It)
45. Climb A High Mountain
46. Experience Weightlessness: It may currently not be in your reach, but I’m sure that over the next years, space travel will become something that’s not much more expensive than a first class ticket in an airplane. If that’s the case, go for it. How sweet would it be to float around without the law of gravity?
47. Surfing
48. Jump Off a High Cliff Into The Ocean
49. Bungee Jumping
50. Help Someone Without Wanting Anything In Return

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Best Summer Skin Care Tips!

Here comes the sun! Keep these warm-weather skin tips in mind and you'll protect your face and body while looking your skin-kissed best.

Sunshine, heat, humidity, and chlorine can do a number on summer skin. For one thing, the sun’s rays are particularly strong, so the chances of developing wrinkles, age spots or even worse, skin cancer increase. Plus, higher heat and humidity mean more rashes, breakouts, and clogged pores, while chlorine dries out your skin (and your hair!)
Hey, don’t let these potential downers rain on your summer parade. Follow these 10 summer skin tactics and you’ll be good to glow.

Don’t skip the moisturizer:
Your skin may be less dry these days, but don’t banish that moisturizer. Instead, switch to lighter, water-based formulas for both face and body, and swap your heavy eye cream for a lighter serum.

Slather on the sunscreen:
Choose products that provide broad-spectrum protection (they block both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) rays) with a minimum sun protection factor (SPF) of 15. Apply sunscreen liberally (at least a one-ounce shot-glass-size amount) before you go outside; reapply every two hours and always after swimming. And don’t let those clouds fool you, apply sunscreen every single day!

Bring on the balm:
Lips are susceptible to skin cancer too, so be sure to wear a broad-spectrum sun-protective lip balm with an SPF of at least 15 to keep lips sun-safe and supple.

Switch to summer makeup:
Trade liquid foundation for a lighter, mineral-based powder with a minimum SPF of 15. Skip the creamy blush and instead go for a natural-looking glow with a touch of bronzing powder. Use waterproof mascara for streak-free swimming, and ditch that lipstick for a dab of tinted gloss.

Wear sun-protective clothing:
No need to cover up head to toe, but do consider a long-sleeved shirt, wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses at the beach, at least for part of the day. Remember, tightly woven, darker fabrics are better sun blockers than lightweight, light-hued fabrics, or try clothing especially made for sun protection.

Go for the faux:
 Minimize your chances of wrinkles, age spots, and skin cancer by skipping the suntan altogether and opting for a sunless self-tanner, spray tan, or airbrushing.

Exfoliate regularly:
Sun, sand, sweat, and sunscreen only increase the amount of dead skin cells that build up on your face and body. Slough them off with an exfoliating scrub or loofah a few times each week. (A beautiful bonus: Exfoliating will also help your self-tanner go on more evenly and prevent streaking.)

Practice smart shaving:
Short shorts and sundresses mean more frequent shaving sessions, and that can irritate and/or dry out skin. This season, be sure to replace your razor often, shave only after you’ve been in the shower for a few minutes (when your hairs will be softer), use a moisturizing shaving cream or gel, rinse thoroughly, and moisturize immediately afterward.

Head off heat rash:
High temps and humidity may mean heat rash, especially if you’re overdressed or prone to sweating a lot. Do your best to keep cool and stay dry, and avoid wearing clothes that rub or irritate your skin. A mild heat rash should go away on its own, but if it’s accompanied by swelling, oozing, dizziness, nausea, or difficulty breathing, seek medical attention ASAP, since those symptoms may be signs of an infection or a more serious heat-related illness.

Prevent rosacea:
This common skin condition can be exacerbated by heat, causing your face to swell, get red, and break out in little pimples. If you’re prone to rosacea, seek refuge in air-conditioning, wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothes, and keep cool by taking cold showers, misting yourself with a spray bottle, and drinking plenty of cold water.

Use these 10 simple strategies for skin care in summer and you’ll have the best-looking and the healthiest  skin on the beach!
Have a nice weekend! :)