Beat the Pests – Naturally

 

Written by Jenny Catton

 

No-one likes to think that there may be creepy crawlies lurking in their home. And outdoor pests can be a real pain for gardeners. But next time you have an attack of flies, ants or slugs, think twice before reaching for the can of pest killer. Most commercial pest control products contain a multitude of strong chemicals that are not only bad for the environment but can be harmful to you, your family and your pets. So instead of using heavy-duty insect killers, try researching some of the more natural ways of dealing with common pests. Here are a few ideas:

Flies
There are a wide range of fly traps available which capture flies without using chemicals. Alternatively, try placingplants that actively ward off flies around your home – basil plants, eucalyptus oiland crushed mint are all reported to work.

Wasps
Wasps actually eat other insects including flies so if you spot one or two wasps in your home, don’t rush to kill them – just avoid aggravating them and they won’t sting. If you have a bigger problem, you can buy wasp traps that use water, rather than chemicals, to kill the wasps.

Slugs
Slugs can be really destructive but thankfully there are lots of natural ways to deal with them. Try placing copper barriers around plants or create a trap using beer as bait – apparently slugs love the smell of beer and will climb into the trap and drown.

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Natural Ways to Keep Your Skin Healthy and Beautiful in Winter

 

Does it ever seem like winter is as hard on your skin as it is on your ability to stay warm? Unfortunately, the combination of cold temperatures, wind and low humidity wreaks havoc on skin. You inevitably wind up with sore, cracked and elbows and an itchy scalp, and the only part of your face with any moisture left is your runny nose. Fortunately, there are a few natural ways you can protect your skin and your looks this winter.

 

Drink More Water

The chilly winter air does more than just dry out your skin. It dries the rest of you, too. As you’re exposed to the air, the water supply in your body is steadily being evaporated through your skin and respiratory system. However, you’re no better off staying indoors. Warm, dry air produced by heating systems will cause you to lose water even more quickly. If you fail to replace this lost moisture, you become dehydrated and your skin is unable to replenish itself. During the winter, be sure to consume plenty of water throughout the day. If you spend a lot of time outdoors or in a well-heated environment, you may need to drink more than the recommended eight glasses.

 

Use a Natural Moisturizer

It’s common to use a moisturizer to protect those dry patches in the winter. Unfortunately, it often seems like the benefits are minimal, and sometimes they appear to make dry, flaky skin worse. This is largely due to the alcohol and fragrances used in these products. Alcohol is a harsh chemical that can cause further drying by stripping away skin’s natural oils. Meanwhile, artificial fragrances can cause irritation and provoke skin allergies, leading to increased redness and itching. Instead of using chemical products, try something natural. An essential oil expert who works for a bulk herbs supplier recommends using Lavender Oil to moisturize hands. This, she says, can be combined with skin-friendly jojoba oil to promote both healing and hydration of the skin.

 

Get Some Sunshine

The vitamin in sunshine, that is. Because the sun is further away from the Earth in winter, and because daylight hours are shorter, we don’t get as much UV exposure. While too much can be harmful, our bodies rely on UV rays to help us produce vitamin D. Research has found that the skin utilizes vitamin D for producing new, healthy cells. When levels of the nutrient were low, the skin became thinner, more vulnerable to damage and less able to heal. Consider taking a quality vitamin D supplement or adding more fish to your diet to boost your levels and protect your skin.

Taking care of your skin in the winter can feel like a losing battle. However, it’s often a simple matter of replacing the things your skin loses more of when it’s cold out. This winter, try some of these easy tips and see what a difference it makes for your skin.

 

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What Are The Best Natural Ways to Boost Your Libido?

Do you feel that your sexual health isn’t as good as it used to be? Do you worry that, with advancing years, your sexual wellness and wellbeing is declining? If so, you’re not alone. Many people feel, at some point in their lives, that they are having a problem with their libido. This can be due to a medical issue or it may be emotional or psychological. IN many cases, the situation can be improved without having to resort to drugs. There are many different natural ways to boost your libido – it’s just a case of finding the right one to put the spark back into your love life.

 

Alcohol is often used to help reduce anxiety, especially in first-date type scenarios. When you reduce anxiety and stress, you can feel more ‘free’ and sexy, and this can help with your libido. The key is to drink in moderation, however, so beware of drinking too much booze. Alcohol is a depressant so you could end up having a different problem.

 

Trying different aphrodisiacs can be quite fun, too. Some of these are foods that look sexually suggestive, such as asparagus (but beware the strange smell it gives to your wee the next day which may alarm you!). Other foods, such as oysters, contain certain antioxidants and elements that are necessary for the healthy functioning of the reproductive system, such as zinc.

 

If you are a smoker, stopping smoking could be the key to regaining your libido. Smoking can reduce the blood flow to your sexual organs quite significantly as it causes narrowing of the blood vessels. It also reduces your sexual stamina. There is also the fact that many people do not enjoy kissing a smoker, reducing the sexual intimacy and pleasure. Giving up smoking can give your love life a great boost.

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