Many of us are used to go to bed with wet hair. However, this is a big mistake. In fact, sleeping with damp or wet hair can be the culprit of many ailments. This doesn’t mean that we will catch a cold or pneumonia, but trigger other health issues.

When we go to bed with damp or wet hair, the moisture is retained and it can inflame the scalp, causing an annoying itching sensation. Moreover, this can also cause damage to the mane. What’s more, you shouldn’t keep the towel on your head for too long as it has the same effect of retaining moisture.

AILMENTS CAUSED BY SLEEPING WITH WET HAIR

HAIR BREAKAGE

When the hair is wet, it is more prone to breakage. So, sleeping with wet hair only increases the risk of hair breakage.

STICKY HAIR

Sleeping with wet hair will cause sticky hair. Hence, the hair can be difficult to be entangled. This is especially the case for people with long hair.

HEADACHE

As we mentioned before, the wet hair retains the moisture throughout the night. On the other hand, when we sleep, the temperature of the body rises. Thus, there will be a big temperature difference and this will cause headaches.

ITCHY SKIN

Sleeping with wet hair can trigger different types of itching. This will happen due to the moisture that is formed in the skin of your head.

INFECTIONS

Moreover, sleeping with wet hair will wet the pillow and towel, which becomes the perfect breeding place for bacteria. Therefore, it may lead to infections.

MUSCLE PAIN

Due to the temperature change, sleeping with wet hair may cause muscle pain, severe cramps, and facial paralysis. In some rare cases, it may even lead to paralysis of the whole body and cause death.

DANDRUFF

When your scalp remains moist for a longer time period, it will interfere with the function of sebaceous glands on the scalp. As a result, these glands will either start to produce more oil or reduce oil production. Moreover, this may disrupt the natural pH balance of the scalp and trigger dandruff or excessive oily scalp.

Therefore, you should avoid sleeping with damp or wet hair and wash your hair during day hours.

The size of one’s butt may say a lot about the overall health of a person. It is commonly believed that fat storages anywhere are terrible for the body, but this may not be entirely accurate.

Researchers have known for awhile that where the fat is stored in the body determines the health of the person. Fat storages near the chest or in the trunk of the body are far more dangerous than fat stored in the butt or the hips.

Fat in the hips “…keeps the fatty acids away from the heart, the arteries, and the liver to lower your risk of heart disease and other debilitating problems like diabetes. Since your body is ultimately programmed to decide whether to store the fat in the butt region or the stomach region, it is said that, in women, the hormones that direct and distribute fat are actually doing this to protect the heart by building up the buttocks.” (Source)

It has also been noted that those with slightly bigger backsides may also be more intelligent.

“Results found women with bigger backsides tend to have lower levels of cholesterol and are more likely to produce hormones to metabolize sugar. Having a big butt requires an excess of Omega-3 fats, which have been proven to catalyze brain development.” (Source) In other words, big butts are associated with higher Omega-3s. And Omega-3s are known to promote brain health.

So having a bigger butt than average is not necessarily a bad thing, but there are some things one can do to help remove some excess fat from that area and make the bottom a bit stronger and the body healthier.

Square Derriere

A square-shaped base could mean many things. Maybe the person has a bit of fat around the love handles, or maybe the person exercises but does not have strong glutes. Some simple core exercises or glute exercises are just the things to reduce excess fat around the waist and make the glute muscles nice and strong.

Circle Booty

A circle shape is good and healthy. It also means that there may be some fat storages near the top in the upper part of the glutes. It is easy to remove any extra fat from the bottom if needed.

Heart Shaped Bum

This is probably the most desirable bottom shape. This butt is fullest at the bottom and tapers out at the top near the waist. However, this bottom shape could also mean extra weight stored in the upper thighs. This bottom type also tends to lose fat faster when women age. With time, it will move to the mid-section. Getting extra fat out now may be best for future health.

“V” Patootie

This is the bottom common with older women. The fat from the bottom has started to move to other areas of the body with age and lack of estrogen. If you have this bottom, it is important to start removing fat quickly to protect the heart from northward moving fat.

The role of the kidneys is to filter blood, absorb minerals from the food we consume, release hormones, and detoxify the body through the urine.

Kidney damage is, therefore, a serious health issue, but it might not cause early symptoms right away, so it is important to avoid the following 10 habits that might cause it:

1. It is important that the body is properly hydrated for the kidneys to be able to function normally. Therefore, it is important that inadequate water intake can seriously harm the kidneys. The regular consumption of water detoxifies the body and lowers the risk of UTI and kidney stones.

2. The consumption of high sodium foods increases the risk of kidney damage, high blood pressure, and swellings in the ankles, feet, and hands. Limit the intake of processed, packed, and canned foods, since they are rich in sodium.

3. The regular consumption of red meat makes the kidneys prone to damage, due to the toxins such as nitrogen and ammonia in animal meat and protein.

4. The habit to hold in the urine for a long time can seriously damage the kidneys, since it increases the risk of urinary tract infections, damage to the pelvic color muscles and incontinence, and allows the accumulation of toxins on the body.

5. Studies have linked hypertension to kidney damage since the kidneys filter the toxins through the blood and blood vessels. Therefore, you should frequently monitor your blood pressure, and prevent blockages and hardening of the arteries.

6. The excess intake of sugary foods and drinks can lead to the development of type 2 diabetes, which eventually leads to blood vessels and kidney damage.

7. Smoking and excessive alcohol intake support the ingestion of toxic ingredients on the body, elevate blood pressure, and dehydrate the body, leading to damage and decline of the kidneys.

8. Sleep deficiency is dangerous for the entire body, including the kidneys. It elevates blood pressure, affects kidney function, causes stress, fatigue,  and numerous other health issues.

9. When one does not follow the exact prescription of medication given by their doctors, they can experience kidney damage. 

10. Physical inactivity has been linked to various chronic diseases, heart attacks, diabetes, and cancer, and has been found to elevate the risk of kidney disease by 30%.

Despite avoiding these 10 habits, you should also incorporate other beneficial ones, that will support the function of the kidneys and ensure their health.

• Reduce the intake of phosphorous. When kidneys do not function normally, phosphorus buildups in the body, leading to serious conditions, such as bone and heart disorders, as well as calcification (hardening) of tissues.
• Eat kidney-supportive foods, such as cilantro, parsley, watermelon, cranberries, blueberries, strawberries, apples, cabbage, cauliflower, peppers, garlic, onions, olive oil.
• Take daily probiotics, as probiotics (good bacteria) help your kidneys process waste materials and improve digestive health.
• Avoid pain relievers, especially non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), like aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nuprin), naproxen (Aleve), and acetaminophen (Tylenol).
• Take Epsom salts baths. Such a bath detoxifies the body, removes waste, and boosts the kidneys while improving overall health.
• Drink green juice. Green foods detoxify the body.
• Lose weight. Obesity increases the risk of developing kidney cancer.

It may sound impossible that our colon can contain few pounds of stuck waste, but in reality, it is a large organ which gathers all the waste from the body organs.  It is recommended that we all perform a colon cleanse once annually in order to eliminate the accumulated waste and toxins and improve its function.

Toxic buildup weakens the body and leads to chronic diseases. Nowadays, we are constantly exposed to dangerous chemicals and contaminants, so we are even more prone to such health issues.

The most common symptoms of colon toxicity include:

• Poor immune system
• Indigestion, gas, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, stomachache
• Mood swings, fatigue, depression, memory loss, brain fog
• Muscle and joint pain
• Bladder issues and vaginal infections
• Skin rashes

If your body craves for a colon cleanse, make sure you prepare the following one, also known as The Master Cleanse, since it is extremely effective and beneficial:

Maple Syrup Colon Cleanse

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons of Organic Maple Syrup
• Freshly squeezed organic Lemon
• 1/2 teaspoon of Organic Cayenne Pepper
• 12 oz. of filtered Water

Instructions:

Mix the ingredients, and drink the mixture 4 times daily, on an empty stomach, for two weeks.

Make sure you also consider these tips to ease into this colon cleanse:

A liquid-only diet is a radical change for most people, so it is recommended to ease into it gradually over a few days:

• Days 1 and 2: Avoid processed foods, alcohol, caffeine, meat, dairy, and added sugars, and consume eating raw whole foods, especially fruits and vegetables.
• Day 3: Enjoy smoothies, pureed soups, and broths, and consume fresh fruit and vegetable juices.
• Day 4: Drink only water and fresh-squeezed orange juice. Before bedtime, drink laxative tea. 
• Day 5: Start the Master Cleanse.

During the cleanse, remember that you can only consume this cleansing drink, but you should not necessarily starve yourself. Yet, in this case, your diet should be low in carbs. You might lose weight during the colon cleanse, but you will gain it right away after is ends, since it will actually be just water weight. 

Glycogen and water are stored in the muscles, and when on a slow-carb diet, the body starts to use the glycogen, along with the water weight that goes with it.

It is also not recommended to exercise during these two weeks, as your caloric intake is low, and you might suffer from dizziness and fatigue.

Although optical illusions can make you feel as though your brain is tricking you, they can also reveal a deep truth. Optical illusions can fool or confuse our brains by using colour, light, and patterns to generate visuals.

They occur because our brain is trying to interpret what we see and make sense of the world around us. Optical illusions simply trick our brains into seeing things which may or may not be real. There is one that has recently gone viral online – and it’s meant to determine whether ‘strong-willed and stubborn’ or ‘caring and likeable’. So, let’s see what you see when you look at the image.

The picture was shared by TikTok creator Mia Yilin, who boasts more than 450,000 followers on the video-sharing app. Mia has become popular on social media for the intriguing optical illusions that she shares with her hundreds of thousands of followers.

This optical illusion can show if you’re someone who is incredibly determined and succeeds at anything you set your mind to, or if you detest mind tricks and distance yourself from people. The image depicts both a set of forks and a wine glass, and Mia said that what you see first offers a telling sign about your personality.

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“If you first saw the two forks, then you’re a very stubborn and strong-willed person,” she said. “Once you put your mind to something you don’t look back. You love your freedom and are also quite romantic, but you’d never hold anyone back in the name of love.”

Then she went on to explain what it meant if you saw the wine glass first. “If you first saw the wine glass, then people constantly want to get close to you because of how caring and likeable you are,” she revealed. However, Mia added that if you saw the wine glass first, you also tend to be extremely picky. She continued: “You’re very selective with your inner circle and not anyone can get in. “You hate people who play mind games and prefer to silently distance yourself over exposing them directing.”

People rushed to the comments to praise Mia for her accuracy. “I don’t know the science behind this but you are always accurate. I never saw the folk until you mentioned it. Keep it up, dear,” one person wrote. “This is probably the best one yet and possibly most relatable saw the forks first btw,” said another. A third person added: “Fork. Wow, this is super accurate.”

Everyone dreams of a nice and slim figure that will make you look good and feel good. But most people aren’t just willing enough to put in the effort needed to get into good shape so people turn to alternatives such as natural remedies to slim down fast.

Good thing is that today a lot of natural remedies exist that can help you lose the extra weight quickly and without putting in too much effort.

The two ingredients that we mentioned above in the title are honey and cinnamon. When you combine these two ingredients and if you add a proper diet and a moderate activity, you will speed up your metabolism and prevent food cravings. This will lead to great results and you will demolish the excess body fat!

Ingredients:

-2 tablespoons of honey
-250 ml of water
-1 teaspoon of cinnamon

Preparation:

First, you add the water in a pot and you boil it. Next step is to add the cinnamon and let it simmer down for a few minutes. Afterward, remove the pot from the heat, let it cool down a bit and add the honey.

Drink one half of this mixture before going to bed, and drink the other half first thing in the morning.
Repeat this process for 7-10 days and the results you will get will amaze you! Doctors say that cinnamon has many health benefits as well, it regulates the cholesterol levels and it boosts your metabolism.

This optical illusion from Your Tango claims to reveal what type of communicator you are, and how well you can converse with other people.

Now just look closely at the picture, what is the first thing in it that grabs you attention?

The man’s leg

If you see the man’s leg first then you are the type of person who prefers to communicate directly.

Not one to mince your words, you’ll say exactly what’s on your mind, and have no qualms about telling people how you feel.

While this is a great trait to have sometimes, you may need to be more mindful of others – not everyone is as straightforward as you, and you should try to be aware of the feelings of others around you.

The woman’s leg

Those who see the woman’s legs first tend to think before they speak.

Sometimes it may take you a while to vocalise your thoughts and feelings as you try and work them out in your mind first.

And you may find that sometimes you’ll contradict yourself as you’re trying to work through these thoughts.

While it can be good to think things through before just blurting them out, sometimes it’s important to just go with your gut and say what you feel before overthinking occurs.

Take a look at this image and take note of what element you notice first.

This hyper-realistic drawing by Christo Dagorov was shared by Heart who reported that there are several elements that you may notice.

Whatever you noticed first says a lot about your personality.

THE LIPS

If you saw the lips first, it is likely that you are a simple and calm person.

“Shying away from drama, you like to live life in the middle land and ‘always go with the flow,’ without being distracted by complications and an ‘unnecessary movement to find fulfillment,'” Heart said.

“While you’re seen as flexible, wise, and honest, some people may perceive you as weak and needing help, but in reality, you’re more than capable of solving your own problems.”

THE TREES

If you noticed trees first, then you’re probably a more outgoing and extroverted person.

“You care a lot about the opinions of others and can sometimes be overly focused on what other people think about you,” said Heart.

“Politeness is something you live by, but you are also extremely mysterious, and it’s hard for other people to know what you’re thinking in social situations.”

“This also means you’re good at hiding your true emotions, and although you have a large group of ‘friends’ around you – only a few are considered ‘true and sincere.'”

THE ROOTS

You might have seen a line of plant roots instead of trees, and this means you are a very shy person who is introverted.

Heart said: “You are particularly good at accepting constructive criticism and work hard to always better yourself which can inspire people around you.

“WakeUpYourMind states you might be ‘gentle and sometimes have low self-esteem,’ but you’re actually hard-headed and can sometimes be stubborn.

“‘The people you meet first will think that you are someone very ordinary, without talent or revolutionary qualities.

“However, this impression changes when they get to know you and realize that you are extremely competent and enthusiastic.'”

We are always surrounded by people who are concerned about us. They check on us by asking questions like ‘How was your day?’, ‘What’s on your mind?’ and ‘Are you okay?’. Though these are genuine concerns, sometimes we’re unable to answer them simply because we are uncertain of how and why we feel the way we feel.

Here comes into picture online quizzes and personality tests that claim to be the know-it-all of people’s different moods and personalities. They are mostly fun to do as the contents are usually linked to pop culture and common things people tend to be attracted to.

Optical illusions fall under the same category. They are images that play tricks on your brain because what you see might not be what others see. They are created in a way that juxtaposes two separate images into one seamless picture.

For instance, look at the image below. What do you see first?

Remember, there are no right or wrong answer. Whichever image that captured your sight first is supposed to be a reflection of how you have been feeling deep inside.

What you saw: A women with her hands behind her neck

Your confidence still needs an upgrade. Making decisions that will bring monumental changes to your life is something you’ve been wanting to do, but you are just too afraid to take the chance. Fret not, your creativity and solution-thinking skills make up for it.

What you saw: A large white skull

Your strength comes from within and it reflects in the strong leadership skill you are naturally blessed with. Challenges got nothing on you because you’re always up on your feet to crush them down and move forward.