AI-generated image Almost every youngster has faced the frustration of waking up with a pimple right before an important day. Pimples, commonly known as acne, are among the most frequent skin problems during teenage and early adulthood. They may appear small, but they can have a significant impact on confidence, self-image, and overall mood. The good news is that with the right natural remedies, healthy lifestyle habits, and proper skin care, pimples can be managed effectively without relying too much on harsh chemicals. In this article, we will explore what pimples are, common myths, best skincare routines, natural home remedies, and tips to prevent breakouts. What Are Pimples? Pimples are a type of skin condition that happens when the pores of the skin get blocked by excess oil (sebum), dead skin cells, and sometimes bacteria. Each pore is connected to tiny oil glands under the skin, and when these glands produce too much oil, the pores can get clogged. This blockage creates bumps ...
If you are concerned about being healthy and staying fit, then you cannot overlook the digestion and absorption process. It is important to understand that different food takes different times to digest and absorb. Some food digests quickly while some food takes a little longer time to digest. Avoid mixing slow and fast-digesting foods in the same meal. Always eat fast-digesting food first, then move on to slower-digesting foods for proper digestion and absorption of nutrients. Taking a balanced diet for good health is important but, randomly mixing foods to achieve it, is not a good habit. Examples of food and their digestion time are given below: FOOD EXAMPLES APPROX. TIME OF DIGESTION MOST FRUITS orange, apple, pear, kiwi, cherries 25 -30mins MOST VEGETABLES (cooked) leafy green, cauliflower, broccoli, pumpkin, carrot 40 - 60mins VEGETABLES (used in salads) lettuce, t...