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10 facts : Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), a potent topical supplement 🫒

by drjurisharma, posted in antioxidant, Antioxidant,anti inflammatory, immune boosting, anti cancer, Blog, Food, hair, healing, health, Nature,, Olive oil, cold pressed, extra virgin olive oil, skin, hair, beauty, diabetics, foot ulcers, skin ulcers, dermatitis, psoriasis, Science, self healing, Skin, hair, Vitamin, iron, minerals, wellness

1.Olive oil is a healthy cooking oil which has been used through centuries for tremendous health benefits is a known fact. Not just cooking, cold-pressed olive oil has several other benefits, including a potent topical agent. The oil is composed of many valuable compounds that have anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant effects and restorative properties. It is composed of 98% fatty acids such as triglycerides, oleic acids, and linoleic acids, which reduce inflammation, have an anti-ageing effect, repair epithelialized tissues and have wound healing properties.

2. Cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil is the purest variety wherein the olives are ground and pressed to extract the oil without any application of heat. So, all the valuable fatty acids and nutrients are restored. Various studies have shown that apart from the beauty benefits, skin hydrating and anti-ageing effects, EVOO polyphenols help in soft tissue regeneration, stimulate growth of human fibroblasts, wound healing and various therapeutic benefits. EVOO has been found to stimulate fibroblasts, which contribute to tissue growth and integrity and hence help in wound healing.

3. Skin benefits: Olive oil has been used for centuries to maintain young, beautiful skin. Some of the skin health benefits are :

• Hydration: EVOO restores the moisture in the skin, which helps in hydrating and softening the skin, especially during winter.

• Healing wound: EVOO acts as a skin barrier, reduces inflammation and stimulates the growth of skin collagen, so it aids in wound healing.

• Anti-ageing: Polyphenols in olive oil reduce cell damage, plump up the skin due to collagen growth and give the skin a youthful appearance.

• Cleansing: Olive oil can remove pollutants and residue from the skin. It can be used to remove makeup, but excess oil on the skin can cause acne or dark spots when exposed to the sun, as the oil helps to penetrate the UV rays.

Diabetic foot

4. Diabetic ulcers: Diabetic foot ulcers are quite common with people with type II diabetes. Recent studies have shown that the topical application of EVOO on diabetic foot ulcers gave promising results. With regular application, the wound surface and depth are reduced. Due to the anti-inflammatory effect, the healing is faster and better. The wound surrounding tissues look healthier with progressive application, the wound discharge, wound grade and healing significantly improve.

5. Painkiller: EVOO contain a polyphenol called oleocanthal, which acts like NSAIDS (ibuprofen) by inhibiting pain pathways. It can suppress the prostaglandin system and acts like a natural pain reliever. It reduces inflammation because of its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Regular messaging over the painful region topically and regular consumption can reduce the symptoms of arthritis, sore body parts or sore muscles. Though it is an excellent pain reliever and helps in joint and muscle recovery, it should not be a replacement for prescription medicine and should be used as a supportive measure.

6. Hair and scalp: EVOO is rich in vitamin E, which is a powerful agent that protects from hair damage while stimulating hair growth. Oleic acid deeply moisturises the hair strands and prevents drying and hair fall. Some of the amazing hair and scalp benefits of EVOO are :

• Olive oil can work as a deep hair conditioner and prevent damage and dullness.

• Olive oil can act as an anti-inflammatory agent and soothe scalp irritation, prevent dandruff, moisturise hair roots, and stimulate blood circulation, which helps to nourish the hair root.

• Olive oil can promote hair-strengthening benefits and provide heat protection before hair straightening or curling.

• Best hair benefits are achieved by gently massaging the slightly warm oil overnight, applying it towards the roots and scalp.

Pressure ulcers

7. Perineal and Pressure ulcers: Studies showed that EVOO topically massaged accelerates healing in the case of perineal ulcers following Episiotomy because of its potent anti- inflammatory, antioxidant, and tissue regenerative effects. In case of chronic lesions like pressure ulcers, regular application can reduce the ulcer area and the depth of the lesion. EVOO with high content of bio active compounds can promote deep hydration, protection against infection, pain relief, and accelerate the healing process when applied regularly.

8. Psoriasis: EVOO has been used as a common home remedy to reduce the symptoms of psoriasis when taken both topically and in the diet. Due to the presence of anti-inflammatory polyphenols, regular topical use can reduce itching, locking up moisture in affected regions like the knees, elbows, and scalp. Warm olive oil in bathwater when used can further relieve the skin irritation and itching, and reduce inflammation.

9. Side effects : Though EVOO is nutrient-dense and rich in polyphenols and antioxidants and a powerful topical agent, like all compounds, it also has some side effects, which should be considered as well. So, using olive oil topically requires proper medical/ health professional guidance. Some side effects are :

• Olive oil, when applied directly, can disrupt the skin lipid barrier and may worsen the irritation or sometimes flare up the inflammation.

• It can clog pores, trapping the microbes on the skin, causing acne, blackheads, and darkening the pigmented spots as it allows UV rays to penetrate the skin.

• Prolonged use can affect the skin’s moisture barrier, causing redness, irritation, and allergic reactions. In infants, it can result in eczema and rashes.

10. Takeaway: Though olive oil has proven results for being a potent topical agent as a pain reliever, beneficial for skin, hair, face issues and wound healing, it should be used with clinical guidance to reduce the risk of adverse effects. Before using, some simple steps are:

• Patch test: Apply to a small area like the forearm and wait for a day or 2 to see any adverse reaction.

• Starting to use only a thin layer of oil, a minimal amount and removing the excess oil with a wet cloth.

• Unless recommended, people with oily skin, acne-prone skin, or a history of allergy should completely avoid using it.

Thanks for reading.

Peace and love 🙏

Post : Reverse your wrinkles. 6 interesting ways 🙌

by drjurisharma, posted in healing, health, mental health, Science, wellness
 

Ageing is inevitable. Signs of ageing start appearing in every part of our body. So, does in the face which appears as wrinkles. The beauty industry has earned billions of dollars every year on the entire range of anti-ageing products. Not only this, there are several cosmetic procedures like wrinkle fillers, Laser resurfacing, facelifts, which are done to reduce and improve the wrinkling of the face. Though, these products and procedures do give results temporarily but may not have a long-lasting effect or cannot reverse the process of ageing. So, it is important to understand why wrinkling happens and how can we, actually reverse the process?

The tightness of the skin is mainly due to complex polysaccharides named (GAGs), glycosaminoglycans which attract water and act as the lubricant to the skin and prevent from sagging. It keeps the skin and collagen tissues, electrically hydrated. The collagen and elastin are the proteins which give the structure and stability to the skin. Hyaluronic acid is also a form of unsulphated GAGs. That is the reason, many anti-ageing products contain hyaluronan. The GAGs also contributes to bone mass density. Therefore, with ageing, GAGs levels decline which causes wrinkles to appear in your face, and your bone density also reduces, causing weaker bones and joints. Over the years, other factors like exposure to sunlight, pollutants, unhealthy eating habits, lifestyle factors like smoking, alcohol, all contribute to the wrinkling process. Then, there is the day to day stress, which results in a high level of cortisol which also further increases the wrinkling.

Now, the problem is how do we reverse the wrinkles? Yes, as we know, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, eating healthy, sleep improvement can help to a great extent.
But, how can we maintain the level of GAGs in the body?
GAGs levels are mainly stimulated and synthesized in the body by a hormone made in the liver called IGF -1 (Insulin-like growth factor -1).

Therefore, 6 interesting tips to maintain the level of GAGs

1.Low insulin: Insulin levels are inversely linked to IGF-1 levels. When insulin levels are high, the IGF -1 level is low and vice versa. So, people with diabetes whose insulin level fluctuate, their IGF-1 levels also fluctuate oppositely. The ageing effects are also more prominent in them. So, in a normal individual, to maintain a low insulin level, and get high enough IGF-1, we need to cut down carbohydrate to a great extent. Follow a low carb diet,with plenty of fluids, avoid all kinds of sugars and regularly exercise.

2.Enhance the liver function: Liver is important because it produces the IGF-1 hormone which in turn result in GAGs production in the body. Cutting down alcohol is a healthy choice when it comes to the liver. Eating organic, fresh vegetables, fruits like apples, grapes, blueberries, nuts, beetroot is important to enhance the liver.

3.Intermittent fasting: You should have a meal and remain fasting for a long interval until you have your next meal. Because, when you are fasting, your body secretes growth hormones, including IGF-1. When you eat, your body produces insulin which deactivates the IGF-1. So, a considerable period of fasting or intervals between meals is important when you don’t eat anything not even snacking.

4.Fat-soluble vitamins: Daily intake of good sources of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, K2. Sources can be organic egg yolk, green leafy vegetables, fish liver oils, butter, spinach, kale, carrots. Vitamin D is found in fatty fishes, fortified dairy products. It is better to take dietary sources of vitamins than supplements.

5.Moderate Protein intake: Daily intake of a moderate amount of protein can result in an adequate amount of GAG in the body. According to DRI (Dietary Reference Intake), 0.8 gm/kg or 0.36 gm/pounds is ideal. The right amount of protein depends on the individual ‘s age, muscle mass, current health status.

6.Sleep: Good amount of sleep of 7-8 hours a day releases growth hormone adequately in the body including IGF_1. Also, during sleep, your cortisol level is low giving enough time for cells to repair and regenerate.

Thanks for reading.

Blessings and much love to all 💐

 

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Post: Why is the pineal gland (the third eye) considered so powerful ? 6 wonderful scientific facts.

by drjurisharma, posted in healing, health, mental health, Science, wellness

Anatomically, the pineal gland is a pea-sized endocrine gland which is located in the epithalamus, near the centre of the brain. Functionally, it is a part of the endocrine gland as it secretes the hormone melatonin, which is synthesized from serotonin, which maintains our day-night cycle, circadian rhythm, our natural biological clock.

Some mains functions of the pineal gland are :
Sleep cycle (circadian rhythm)
Reproductive functions and fertility
Bone growth
Body temperature
Water balance
Blood pressure
Immune system
Longevity and anti-ageing.

Scientific researches have proved that, besides maintaining the sleep cycle, the pineal gland has many important roles to play, hence it is quite a crucial organ.

Some 6 wonderful facts about this tiny gland;

1.Master Gland : Considered as a master regulator with the hypothalamus of the endocrine system, it controls hormone signals to all organs of the body. It has a dual neuroendocrine role, much bigger role than only maintaining the melatonin, sleep cycle. Besides, melatonin, serotonin, it also secretes biogenic amines like Catecholamines (Noradrenaline). Now, researches show that pineal gland is responsible for the release of pituitary hormones and so it is the master conductor of the endocrine system. Therefore, all the body’s vital functions are controlled by this organ.

2. Sixth sense :Since it has a rich adrenergic nerve supply, it is found to be very sensitive to our energy field, both magnetic and electric fields (vibrations) which we are normally not aware. Normally, we are aware of what our five senses feel. So, this gland is responsible for the “sixth sense.”, the bioelectromagnetic field (vibrations). This is what is called an Expanded consciousness. Animals have normally a bigger pineal gland so have a larger bioelectric field. They respond to vibrations while communicating which humans don’t use as we, humans have languages.

3. Third eye: Since the ancient time, it is regarded as the “third eye” (in many ancient mythologies like Egypt, Greek, Chinese and Hindu). Now science-based studies proved that it indeed contains rod-like cells (pinealocytes) that are similar to those of eye. There are both dark and light pinealocytes. The gland is connected to the eyes to detect light and dark stimuli and stimulate the release of melatonin.

4. Anti ageing :Melatonin which is released by the pineal gland is found to be a powerful anti-oxidant. It has about 200% more oxidative power than vitamin E and also vitamin C. Therefore, it is a strong hormone against oxidative stress, so very important in anti-ageing.

5. DMT :Pineal gland mediates the release of serotonin and dopamine. Both are considered as happy hormones. Therefore disruption in circadian rhythm can affect the release of melatonin which is synthesized from serotonin in Pineal gland. Another mystery fact is increased scientific evidence have shown pinoline and DMT( dimethyltryptamine) have been naturally producing in the pineal gland, help in mood, perception, consciousness, dream state and cognition. DMT is produced naturally during deep sleep in the unconscious state. It can be produced in deep meditation at a conscious level by experienced meditators like monks and yogis. DMT has a psychedelic effect, an elevated state because it gives the visionary experience, a state of transcendence, body and spirit connection.

6. Awakening : Since it is the most powerful organ, pineal gland activation can help you give more clarity about the world, and perform at your most optimal potential. It can help you perform brilliantly in any task.
Many practices like deep meditation, Kundalini yoga, Chi Kung (Chinese) like deep breathing, tapping, focussing (at the centre of forehead), laughing (being happy), light music and being in darkness can awaken the pineal gland. Pineal gland activation also helps to balance the body’s 7 chakras or 7 healing energy sources. Neuroscience has proved that activation of this gland can give profound spiritual experiences, out of the body experiences. Practising deep meditation and concentration daily can slowly help to activate the pineal gland.

Post: 10 magical facts to keep smiling 😊.

by drjurisharma, posted in healing, health, Science, wellness

Hello everyone! Have a great day 🙋🏻

Who doesn’t like to see a smiling face as soon as you wake up in the morning? Seeing someone smiling at you at home, office, travel everywhere you go simply lift up your mood. In fact, it is the easiest way to boost your mood, health, longevity, coping up with success, setbacks, and challenges in the life journey.

10 magical facts of smiling :

1.Endorphins: Not just a genuine smile, even if it is not so genuine, a smile can help the release of endorphins which can relieve the body from stress and pain. The natural release of endorphins helps in reducing everyday stress and anxiety. Therefore, keep smiling throughout the day, it will keep you away from stress. It will help you to keep your mood elevated.

2.Social health: We are always attracted to smiling, happy people. It is a part of social health. With genuine smiling, we can build up trust while dealing with people. Building a relationship with trust is long lasting. Smiling helps you get motivated, work harder while performing tasks and increase productivity at work.

3.Open mind: Smiling keeps our mind open, relaxed. Often stress, limits our attention to people, perceptions, thinking. But with smiling, we are open up to a wider perspective, a wider view which helps in multitasking and help in facing the challenges easily.

4.Anti-ageing: Smile lift up your face and makes you look younger. A genuine smile uses all the facial muscles of your face. In fact its a good facial muscle exercise. A good smile helps you release stress, helps your heart to keep you live longer.

5.Heart-friendly: Smiling slow the workload of heart, relaxes your body. Therefore, it helps you to reduce blood pressure (though temporarily) and also keep you away from heart diseases.

6.Boost Immune system: When the body is out of stress, in a happy mood while smiling, the immune system works better, reacts quickly against invaders.

7.Pain killer: Studies have shown that endorphins or happy hormones released while smiling can ease the pain. So that is why endorphins are called natural pain killers. Smiling can help release endorphins from hypothalamus and pituitary quickly.

8.Successful: Studies have shown that people who smile often, appear more confident, approachable, motivated hence are likely to get promoted, successful at work.

9.Infectious: Yes smiling is infectious, not only it lifts our mood but also change other people’s mood around us make it easier and happier in whatever task performed or at home. The facial expression is an unconscious automatic response so when someone sees a smiling face, they smile you in return.

10.Improves relationship: Time and again, it has shown that people always get attracted to a smiling, humorous person. People who smile tend to be more attractive and trustworthy than people with other neural expressions.

Thanks for reading.

Blessings and much love to all 💐

Keep smiling 😊

Post:10 tips to slow down ageing.

by drjurisharma, posted in healing, health, wellness

10 tips to slow down ageing.
Ageing is natural so inevitable. But why ageing occurs ? Our body is made up of a community of living cells, functional units which function individually as well as in harmony with one another. The basic cause of ageing is cell damage. Each living cell continue to replicate again and again. But with each time, the cell dies and replicate, the telomere in the DNA strand of cell shortens. So as ageing start progressing, the telomere start shortening. The old cell function slowly and start declining. This telomere of cell can determine our actual biological age.

Other important factors of ageing are free radical damage, exposure to heat, radiation, sunlight, emotional stress and unhealthy lifestyle. Inspite of all these factors, the question is, can we slow down ageing ? The answer is yes. We can control some of these factors and slow down the ageing process. 


So, comes the key points to at least slow down this natural process…

  1. First, the most important key is loving yourself beyond anything . Love yourself and accepting the way you are. This gives you an immense strength to take care of yourself, your body ,mind  and soul. Once this feeling is ingrain in you, you will naturally take utmost care of yourself and also the people around you. 
  2. More than physical stress, emotional stress is the commonest cause to trigger ageing. Troubled relationship, work stress, lonliness are some common triggers. Try look out for solutions whenever you are in a messy situation. Maintaining a calm mind, would surely give some solutions. Hard times do come. But good times always come. Once you move on from your mental stress, not only physically, as well as mentally you will start feeling better. 

3 Completely avoid a sedentary life style. Follow a routine exercise regime. Any form of physical activity like walking, jogging, gymming, cycling are all beneficial. Yoga is a very useful form of practise. Sometime, due to time constrain for busy work life, routine exercise is difficult , then incorporate more and more physical activity like climbing stairs, body movement to keep boosting the body’s metabolism.

4.Maintaing a healthy lifestyle is very important to slow down ageing. Life style factors like smoking, alcohol and sugar intake should be reduced. Avoiding them completely, is a boost to slow down ageing. 

5. Eating habits should be routinely scheduled. Have meal at regular timings with no intermittent snacking. But yes, a fruit or handful of nuts whenever hungry is just normal. Try drinking plenty of fluids, mainly water. This gives you a naturally glowing complexion. 
6. Meals should be composed of good portions of veggies and fruits which would give you the natural dose of antioxidants to combat the free radical damage.

7. Greying of hair is normal. Nutritious food and fluid intake regularly would surely enrich your hair texture and prevent hair fall. Coconut and almond oils are good for head massage as they help in hair growth. Too much of hair colours and chemical treatment can prove harmful in the long run.

8. To keep your skin look younger even when ageing is the diet and a good night sleep. Big portion of fresh fruits and veggies with fluid intake daily would surely help. Do follow your routine skin regime to keep your skin clean and hydrated. Organic /nature based products are good for skin. Applying sun screen lotions and wearing protective clothing during sun exposure are beneficial for skin.

9.Follow your hobbies, passion or any interest you have. This gives you the freedom of expressing your thoughts, emotional outlet to let out. This also gives you joy and peace within. To age slowly, mental calmness and peace are very important. 


10. Lastly, give yourself a few minutes everyday, to meditate, to go within, to the person you are, or the one you want to become. Money and materialistic success are not enough for a calm and happy state of mind. Be grateful always, spiritually, stay connected to your higher self, for having a beautiful life.