Hi Everyone!

Today, I would like to present You a Little Miracle! When I was on the antibiotics five times in six months a two years ago, I began to search for something natural, that would help me. And I found the Noni juice. Although it took me a while before I got used to this really unattractive smell and taste, I really wanted to overcome this fact and persevere at least three months to truly strengthened my immunity. Finally, I could not imagine single morning without my Noni and I stayed with it for nine months. And I come back to Noni juice each winter time. :)

What's Noni?
Noni, Morinda citrifolia, is a fruit that grows on trees in countries such as Hawaii, Fiji and Malaysia.

What Noni contains?
Noni contains primarily large amount of amino acids, Xeronine, essential fatty acids, scopoletin selenium, fiber, vitamin C, vitamin B3, iron, vitamin A, sodium, oligo- and polysaccharides, catechin and phytochemicals.

What is Noni juice good for?
Noni is primarily use to strengthen the immune system, but is also excellent for menstrual problems, abdominal pain, or treating impotence. It is also good like a prevention to cancer or progression of cancer cells, but also to help prevent cardiovascular diseases. Noni is beneficial for healthy liver function and is suitable for diabetics. The Noni juice has also positive effects on the skin and joints.

Usage of Noni juice?
The recommended daily dose is 30 ml 2 times a day, 30 minutes before eating. From my own experience, I know that one liter bottle of Noni juice lasts one month. You will see the first results after two or three weeks.




Warning!
I don't advise taking Noni juice after six o'clock in the evening because of the energy that Noni adds. You may not fall asleep after that :)

1. Kokosový olej
Kokosový olej zažil v posledních pár letech obrovský boom a tak není nutné jej nějak moc představovat. Je výborný na pečení, vaření, smažení, protože se nepřepaluje a navíc působí opravdu blahodárně na naše tělo. Jedna lžíce denně dodá tělu energii, posílí jeho imunitu, snižuje hladinu cholesterolu, zrychluje metabolismus,...
A proč je dobré mít kokosový olej také v koupelně? Já jej používám především jako nejlepší odličovač, jaký jsem kdy vyzkoušela. Je to ten první krok čištění pleti, který dokonale odlíčí makeup, řasenku, rtěnku,...prostě vše, co musí jít z pleti na noc pryč. Kokosový olej má také antibakteriální účinky, takže příznivě působí na akné. Pokud si navíc budete kokosovým olejem čistit zuby, budete je mít krásně zdravé a bílé.

2. Med
Med je známý jako přírodní antibiotikum. Nejenže je to tedy skvělá volba, pokud máte zrovna chřipku, ale také je výborný na problematickou pleť. Medová maska tak nejen pleť vyživuje, a hydratuje, ale zároveň ji i léčí (recept na ni naleznete níže :)). Vedle masky se dá med použít také jako "mýdlo". Zkuste si ráno vyčistit obličej medem a uvidíte, jak jemnou a zářivou leť budete mít. :)

3. Citrón
Citrón je dalším zázrakem přírody. Má tolik vitamínů, že je hned všem jasné, proč je důležité jej mít v kuchyni. Stejně tak pro pleť jsou tyto vitamíny důležité. Akné a zvětšené póry šťáva z citrónu minimalizuje a hojí. Pokud na rozpůlený citrón nasypete trošku cukru, vytvoříte si velmi účinný pleťový peeling.

4. Jablečný ocet
Ten octový smrad je příšerný, to se musí nechat. Náš Malý Ďáblík mi zrovna včera řekl, že za ním nemám chodit, protože smrdím :D Ale zatím jsem nenašla lepší tonikum, než je právě jablečný ocet. Zklidňuje pokožku, reguluje její přirozené pH a pomáhá léčit akné. Takže smrad nesmrad, jablečného octa se nechci vzdát.
Na jablečný ocet ale pozor! Je hodně silný a mohlo by se stát, že Vám pokožku popálí! Tip: Na jeden vatový tampónek kápnu trošku jablečného octa a druhý namočím vodou. Poté přejíždím po obličeji střídavě tampónkem s octem a vodou. :)

PS: Napište mi do komentářů dole, jestli byste preferovali v příštím díle večerní péči o pleť denní nebo týdenní!

Recept na Medovou masku:
1 čajová lžička mleté skořice
1 čajová lžička mletého muškátového oříšku
1 polévková lžíce medu

Všechny ingredience promícháme, dáme na vyčištěnou pleť a necháme působit minimálně jednu hodinu. (Odvážlivci, kteří nemají strach, že budou ulepení od medu, nechají působit přes noc. :)) Smyjeme vlažnou vodou a opakujeme každý den po dobu 14 dnů. Poznáte rozdíl :)


As I promised, I bring the second part of My Life with Acne. The first one, which was primarily about the main principles, which I respect and which should be important for all those who have skin problems, You can found here. So everybody who have not read it yet, check it right now! :)

This post will present four foods that work really well for problematic skin, so it's good to have those in the kitchen and also in the bathroom. Everything should be organic quality, but I tried bio and non-bio products last year and I did not find any difference. So it's mostly Your choice. :)

1. Coconut Oil
Coconut oil has experienced a massive boom in the last few years and thus I do not need to introduce it too much. It's absolutely excellent for baking, cooking and frying, because it does not overburn and also acts really beneficial to our body. Just one tablespoon of Coconut oil daily supply the body with a lot of energy, strengthen Your immune system, lowers cholesterol, accelerates metabolism, ...
And why is it good to have a Coconut oil also in the bathroom? I use it mainly as a make-up remover. The best I've ever tried. It's the first step in my evening cleaning routine, which perfectly cleans foundation, mascara, lipstick,... just everything what must go away from Your skin. Coconut oil has also an antibacterial effect, so it has a really favorable effect on acne. Moreover, if you brush your teeth with coconut oil, you will found them a beautiful healthy and white.

2. Honey
Honey is known as a natural antibiotic. Not only it is a great choice if you have flu, but it is also excellent for problematic skin. Honey mask not just nourish and moisturize, but it also heals (recipe for the mask is down below :)). Besides, honey can also be used as "soap". Try to clean your face with honey in the morning and see how soft and shiny Your skin will be. :)

3. Lemon
Lemon is another miracle of the nature. It has so many vitamins that it has to be clear why it's so important to have it in the kitchen. Likewise vitamins are important for the skin. Lemon juice cleans acne and minimizes enlarged pores. If You put a little of sugar on halfed lemon, it's very effective skin peeling.

4. Apple Cider Vinegar
The vinegar smell is sooo horrible, that's for sure. Our Little Devil just told me yesterday, that I should not go to him, because of the smell :D But I have not found a better toner so far, than just apple cider vinegar. It soothes the skin, regulates its natural pH and helps cure the acne. So who cares about the smell, I will not give it up with it.
But be careful! It is very strong and it could happen that you burn your skin! Tip:A little apple cider vinegar on one cotton ball and water soak  on the second. Then croos the face alternately with vinegar and water. :)

PS: Please, just let me know in the comments down bellow, if I should write the next acne-post about my daily or weekly evening skincare routine!

Recipe for a honey mask:
1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon of honey

Mix all ingredients properly, put the mask on Your clean skin and leave it for at least one hour. (Daredevils, who have no fear of being sticky from the honey, leave it overnight. :)) Wash it off with water and repeat every day for 14 days. You'll see the difference :)

Recept:
1/2 stroužku česneku
3 plné hrsti bazalky
1 plná hrst parmezánu
sůl
pepř
olivový olej
pár kapek citrónové šťávy

Recipe:
1/2 clove Garlic
3 handfuls of Basil
1 handful of Parmesan Cheese
Salt
Pepper
Olive Oil
a few drops of Lemon Juice

1. Česnek spolu s bazalkou dáme do mixéru a pořádně rozmixujeme.
1. Put garlic and basil into the blender and blend it properly.

2. Přidáme sůl, pepř, citrónovou šťávu, parmezán a olivový olej (asi lžíci až dvě, jen aby se vše pěkně spojilo) a promícháme.
3. Vložíme do uzavíratelné nádoby a uchováváme v chladu.

2. Add salt, pepper, lemon juice, parmesan and olive oil (about a tablespoon or two, just to get everything combined) and stir.
3. Put the pesto into a sealable container and store in a fridge.

Dobrou chuť!
Bon Appetit!

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Acne. Ninety percent of people had this skin problem at least once in their life, so almost all of us know that it's really unpleasant affair. If You are the lucky one who have suffered with acne for just a teenage period and now You have a beautiful "clean"face, good for you :) I am not one of those. Together with the other 25% (mainly) women, I am struggling with the consequences of hormonal acne. It's not pleasant, but we can live with that :) This article is the beginning of a series of articles about acne and skin care, when it affects You.

"If You have someone You can confide, do it!"

So at first ...
If You have acne, remember that You are not alone! There are many of us, and we all suffer with the same cause! It's nothing why we should sink into depression and it is nothing, for what we should be ashamed! Yes, it's not the best, but if You will resolve this problem with a smile, it will be better, You'll feel better and nobody will even notice that You have skin poblem. You'll see.

If You fall into a depression and You don't want to go out because You are affraid of what would other people say and how they will look at You .... STOP IT! Stop it right now! I was there and I know it's not easy, but by this actions You'll get into a vicious circle and it's difficult to leave. That stress is one of the major causes of acne, so if You are stressed out, You will never get rid of acne. If You have someone You can confide about what bothers you, do it. For me, my husband supports is really helpful. He is always with me, listens to me and helps me look for the right stuff for my skin (and its 'really cheap' note Husband)

Eleven basic principles for all who suffer with acne:

1. Drink! Drink at least 2 liters of clean water per day. You'll see the wonders:)
2. Avoid sugar! Sweet chocolate, sweets, sweetened coffee and tea, all of this ... Your skin will be thankful.
3. Eat healthier! I'm not saying You have to eat only vegetables, but if You include it in Your diet more often, Your skin will appreciate it. Likewise it also appreciate if You limit so called Yolo meat ("You Only Live Once" meat), ie all this terribly good and terribly unhealthy food, that is at every step. To begin, just limit it into 2 Yolo meats per week.
4. Avoid dairy products! Milk and dairy products are another deterrent for those who suffer with acne. So next time instead of traditional yogurt rather buy organic Greek yogurt. :)
5. Cleanse, cleanse, but gently! Aggressive care just irritated Your skin and often remain after scabs and subsequent scarring. Special gently care cleans Your skin as well. Do not forget to clean Your skin 2 times a day, but especially at the bedtime!
6. Sleep! Sleep as much as possible. Our skin regenerates mostly when we are sleeping, so if You are sleeping at least seven hours, ideally 9 hours, You gave a lot of time to regeneration to Your skin. And will surely be beautiful!
7. When we're talking about sleeping ... Replace Your pillowcase at least once a week.
8. Move! As they say - in a healthy body, healthy mind! And if you are healthy also Your skin will be so. No need to immediately go to the gym and have rippling muscles, those longer walks enough. Just do not sit on your ass all the time :)
9. Cleanse your brushes! This point is especially for women, but quite important. According to a British study, 72% of women do not clean their cosmetic brushes. Never! You can clean the skin as you want, but if you applied Your make-up by dirty brush, which contains a million of bacteria, do not be surprised that Your skin doesn't improve. If you suffer with acne, clean brushes once a week!
10. Don't touch those bad boys! Let it be and don't try to squeeze them! Hormonal or cystic acne is no fun, and if You start squeeze these sores on your face, it will be visualize more, in the best way. In the worse, You create a new one, get inflamed or you will have a scar in there. Thats just nothing you want! So, don't do that! It's not easy, I know... It often hurts a lot ... Try to clean the place and let it be.
11. Do not get stressed and smile as much as possible! We only live once :)

Remember, everyone has completely different type of skin and every skin prefere something else, so it is important not to give up and look what is right for Your skin. Eventually You will see, what makes Your skin beautiful and what makes it worse. You just have to concentrate. And if You really do not know what to do, go to a dermatologist. He's an expert who has already met with similar cases, so if You tell him what Your skin testifies and what does not at all, he surely recommend You something. Generally, however, discuss Your problem with him! You are the one who live with Your skin problem and especially You know about it. Even though You may not know how to describe it, talk about it and work together with a dermatologist to find the best. When You just blindly trust the dermatologist, he may prescribe You something that absolutely doesn't suits Your skin and then You may conceive hatred for professional care. And that's not good. :)

In the next part you can look forward the four stuff that are good to have in the kitchen and bathroom as well. :)
Have a nice day!
K.

Pro všechny české a slovenské ženy (i muže), trpící akné!

1. Chystáme sérii článků o akné a péči o pleť, která akné trpí. (Na první se můžete těšit v průběhu tohoto týdne)

Pro všechny české a slovenské ženy (i muže), trpící akné!

1. Chystáme sérii článků o akné a péči o pleť, která akné trpí. (Na první se můžete těšit v průběhu tohoto týdne)

4. Polévku necháme asi 5 minut vychladnout a poté ji dohladka rozmixujeme.
TIP: Můžete odebrat pár kousků chřestu, nakrájet na malé kousky a následně přidat k rozmixovanému zbytku polévky.

5. Přilijeme smetanu a na mírném ohni vaříme ještě asi 10 minut.
6. Nakonec dochutíme pár kapkami citrónu a podáváme buďto samotné, nebo s pečivem.

4. Allow soup to cool (for about 5 minutes) and then blend it till smooth.
TIP: You can remove a few pieces of asparagus, cut into small pieces and then add to the rest of blended soup.

5. Pour the cream into the soup and simmer for about 10 minutes.
6. Finally, add a few drops of lemon juice and serve alone or with a piece of bread.

Dobrou chuť!

Bon Appetit!