Botanical name of Aloe Vera is Aloe Barbadensis, it is a houseplant and need full sun exposure for growth. Aloe Vera’s use can be traced back 6,000 years to early Egypt, where the plant was depicted on stone carvings. Aloe Vera is a succulent plant species. The species is frequently cited as being used in… Read More Aloe Vera – Plant
What is Witch Hazel? Witch hazel is a deciduous bush or small tree reaching about 6 m in height found in damp woods throughout most of North America. It is a topical astringent derived from the bark and leaves of Hamamelis virginiana, the common or North American witch-hazel shrub. The leaf, bark, and twigs are… Read More Witch Hazel
Skin is the largest organ of your body; it protects inner tissues and organs from the outside environment. Ensure good skin care so that it continues to protect your insides and your skin stay healthy. Skin Damaging Agents Sun. The most damaging factor to your skin is the sun. Protect your skin from harmful UV… Read More Skin Care – Top Tips
Upward Facing Dog Pose closely bear a resemblance to Cobra Pose, it is considered one of the easiest of the back-bending poses and is usually performed during the Sun Salutation Series. This pose is devised to strengthen the legs and buttocks, as well as the shoulders, upper body, arms and wrists. It is frequently practiced… Read More Yoga – Upward Facing Dog Pose
Yoga Cobra Pose or Bhujangasana is part of the sequence of yoga postures in Padma Sadhana and Surya Namaskar or Sun Salutation. Yoga Cobra Posture is a common Yoga back bend, when you perform the cobra; you stretch the front of the torso and the spine. Technique of Yoga Cobra Pose or Bhujangasana Lie down… Read More Yoga – Cobra Pose or Bhujangasana
The name comes from the Sanskrit words Ushtra, meaning “camel”. Many people find backbends difficult or challenging but it is not very difficult yoga posture. The yoga Bow Pose is similar to this pose. Technique of Utrasana or Camel Pose Adjust the yoga mat on the floor. Take padding under your knees If you feel… Read More Yoga – Camel Pose or Utrasana
Bitilasana or Cow Pose is mostly practiced in combination with cat pose. In this pose, you exhale as you let your back curve downward, and release any holding in your abdomen. To maximize the opening in your chest and upper spine, inhale and pull your shoulders gently back as you arch. Technique of Yoga Cow… Read More Yoga – Cow Pose or Bitilasana
Yoga Cat Cow Pose Cat-Cow Pose is a very common series in yoga courses. Cat Pose (Marjaryasana) is frequently combined with Cow Pose (Bitilasana), this combination of poses is usually used for warm-up. These poses warm up body and prepare it for other activity. Cat-Cow is a common yoga pose for beginners, an excellent spine… Read More Yoga – Cat Cow Pose
Yoga Cat Pose or Marjariasana In Yoga Cat Pose, the alignment of your center depends on the positioning of your pelvis. Therefore, think of your hip positioning as the center of each pose. In this pose, your spine is the most significant line of energy as in every other pose.
Sukhasana means Easy Pose, Decent Pose or Pleasant Pose. Sukhasana is actually a comfortable, cross-legged, seated pose; it is commonly used for meditation or for beginner’s pranayama exercises. Sit on a firm cushion or mat; raise your hips four to six inches. Cross your legs inwards starting with your left leg in first and then your right leg. Slide… Read More Yoga – Sukhasana (Common and Easy Meditation Pose)
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