Indoor plants

A houseplant is a plant that is grown indoors in places such as residences and offices, namely for decorative purposes, but studies have also shown them to have positive psychological effects and as well as help with indoor air purification, since some species, and the soil-dwelling microbes associated with them

Just because you’ve only got houseplants doesn’t mean you don’t have the gardening spirit – I look upon myself as an indoor gardener. ~Sara Moss-Wolf

10 Best indoor plants

1.      Spider plant 

One of the easiest indoor plants to maintain, the Spider Plant produces oxygen whilst purifying the air in your home and office by absorbing carbon monoxide, formaldehyde and xylene.

2.      Snake plant 

The Snake Plant cleans air better than most other indoor plants as it has the ability to absorb excessive amounts of carbon monoxide. Additionally, it emits oxygen and filters other toxins from the air such as benzene, xylene, trichloroethylene and formaldehyde.

3.     Bamboo palm 

Bamboo palm is a beautiful indoor plant. The plant gives a nice tropical look to the indoor environment and also helps in removing certain toxic indoor air pollutants.

4.    Chinese evergreen 

Helps to improve the air quality of your indoor spaces with the ability to filter indoor air pollutants and toxins. Furthermore, this
gorgeous leafy indoor plant emits oxygen

5.     Areca plam 

Areca palm plants absorb harmful pollutants from indoor air and provide fresh air. thus helps in minimizing upper respiratory tract diseases causes mainly because of toluene

6.     Dieffenbachia

Dieffenbachia is one of the easiest indoor houseplants to grow. Offers lush foliage that takes toxins out of the air, so your family can breathe easier.

7.     Peperomia

Peperomia offers many unique looks and is easy to grow. This plant effectively removes formaldehyde from the air.

8.     Warneck dracaena

Dracaena is one of the most effective houseplants in air purification. It helps remove formaldehyde, benzene, trichloroethylene and carbon dioxide.

9.     Umbrella tree

If you’re looking for a bold, showy plant for your home or office, the umbrella tree fits the bill. Emits high oxygen content, and purifies indoor air by removing chemicals

10.     Kalanchoe

The kalanchoe is a beautiful flowering plant that needs to be watered frequently and prefers bright light. It can help clean the air in your home or office.

Stress and health

What is stress 

Stress is a feeling of emotional or physical tension. It can come from any event or thought that makes you feel frustrated, angry, or nervous. Stress is your body's reaction to a challenge or demand. In short bursts, stress can be positive, such as when it helps you avoid danger or meet a deadline.

Early signs of stress 

• Headaches,
• muscle tension,
• neck or back pain  
• Upset stomach
• Dry mouth 
• Chest pain 
• rapid heartbeat 
• Difficulty falling or staying asleep
• Fatigue 
• Loss of appetite or overeating “comfort foods”
• Increased frequency of colds 
• Lack of concentration or focus 
• Memory problems or forgetfulness 
• Irritability
• Short temper
• Anxiety

  

Stress management 

You can take steps to prevent stress in your life

• Set realistic goals and limits for yourself.
• Put things into perspective and try not to get upset about insignificant or relatively unimportant matters.
• Take stress-management, time-management, or anger-management classes.
• Find activities that you enjoy and set aside time to participate in them on a regular basis.
• Participate in regular physical exercise.
• Consume a healthy diet.
• Avoid or reducing alcohol and caffeine intake.
• Maintain a positive outlook.
• Set goals and break them into easily achievable tasks.
• Reward yourself for the good things that you do each day.

Natural remedies for stress management 

1. Kava root

According to research, Kava may be one of the most effective 

herbal supplements for stress and anxiety. 

Take kava as a concentrated extract in capsule or tablet form or hold back your taste buds and attempt the liquid form.

2. Lemon balm

Research has shown that lemon balm has positive effects on relieving stress, anxiety and other mood disorders. 

Drink lemon balm in tea form, it will give you the feeling of calmness in just minutes.

3. Valerian

Valerian herbs have been used throughout the world to help treat 

anxiety and insomnia.
Drink Valerian Root tea or purchase the supplement as a capsule or 

pill.



4. Lavender 

The smell of lavender can promote quick stress and anxiety relief.
Mix about 5 drops of lavender oil in your bath or diffuse a few 

drops of it into the air when you are feeling stressed out.

5. Chamomile 

The health benefits of chamomile are endless.

The most popular way to consume chamomile is in tea form.






6. Exercise

30 minutes of exercise a day can have huge effects on your mental health.

 Next time you feel stressed, hop on a cardio machine for 30 minutes

, when your workout is complete you will feel calm and at ease.

7. Chew a gum

For a super easy and quick stress reliever, try chewing a stick of
gum.

Chewing gum causes brain waves similar to those of relaxedpeople. 

Chewing gum promotes blood flow to your brain.

8. Spend Time With Friends and Family

Social support from friends and family can help you get through stressful times.

9. Learn to say no

 Not all stressors are within your control, but some are.
Being selective about what you take on — and saying no to things that will unnecessarily add to your load — can reduce your stress levels.




10. Take a yoga class 

Yoga can enhance mood and may even be as effective as antidepressant drugs at treating depression and anxiety.

Remedies for black circles 👽

Oversleeping, extreme fatigue, or just staying up a few hours past your normal bedtime can cause dark circles to form under your eyes. ... Lack of sleep can also cause fluid to build underneath your eyes, causing them to appear puffy. As a result, the dark circles you see may actually be shadows cast by your puffy eyelids

Here are some home remedies to get rid of black circles


1. Take cotton swab and dip it into lukewarm milk and put on eyes 👀 for 10min.
    Wash ur eyes with normal water💦

2. Mix cucumber 🥒 and potato 🥔 juice in equal quantities and put around eyes for 10-15minute.Wash face with normal water 💦. It is good for tired eyes.

3. Dip tea bag into cold water and put on eyes for 10 min.

4. Cut Cucumber 🥒 slice and put onto eyes for 5-10minutes.

5. Cotton swab dipped in rosewater gives cool and calming effect.