I am a Pimple, Bumpy & Red.

I am a Pimple, bumpy and red,

Oh! You can spot me by my bulging head.

On the nose, cheek and dimple,

A nasty zit I am, yes another pimple.

Try as hard to conceal and yet will I stick out,

Coordinating colors with your crimson pout.

Aim for a perfect click and out I pop,

You might however have your way with Photoshop.

Some squeezing here, a little itching there,

Frowning at the mirror for hours you stare.

So, you find me disgusting and make a fuss,

Trying to extract the oozing pus.

And just when you think it’s the world’s end,

Having sought remedies from even the distant friend,

Bam comes Garnier Pure Active to free you of your despair,

Just one cleansing wash & I won’t nearly be there.

Alas! The Neem extracts took onto me,

Uprooted me totally and made you pimple-free.

I was devastated. A teenager that I am, it hardly takes much to pull me into an emotional frenzy, anyways. The culprit was a teeny little zit that had appeared on my nose, right at the pointed edge. I ran to the mirror and frowned at it for several minutes, examining it from all possible sides, figuring out angles which flashed less of the red bump. Oh how I wish staring at it long enough and scowling could make it disappear. That however, didn’t happen. So, I frantically searched my make-up box for anything, absolutely anything that could at the least cover it up maybe. I was told acne is a perfectly normal part of the adolescent age and that inner beauty mattered the most than what appears on the outside; but trust me all such words of wisdom (which are all true, by the way) were the last thing I wanted to hear at that moment. I guess this is something which almost all of us have been through or are currently stuck up in.


The skin is the largest organ of the body. One of the skin's primary function is to abolish a portion of the toxic and metabolic waste products present in the body through sweat. If the body accumulates more toxins than the liver and kidney can effectively expel, the skin plays its part. Thus as the excessive amount of toxins escape through the skin, the skin’s normal pH is distorted which causes plethora of skin related disorders, acne being one of them. Abolishing intake of caffeine, snack foods, fried foods, fast foods, processed foods, hydrogenated oils, margarine, table salt and vegetable oils, all forms of sugar and animal protein is a way to efficiently lessen ingesting toxins that will percolate through the skin. Additionally, one should also increase their water consumption as it assists the kidneys and liver to do their jobs of detoxification more efficiently.

The skin breathes too. Oils, grime, dust and pollutants can block the skin’s pores and aggravate existing pimple problems. Therefore, it is also advised to keep your skin clean and wash your face gently at regular intervals. However, excessive scrubbing or washing can make pimples worse by activating the body's sebaceous glands, which leads to excessive sebum production.

Also, avoid squeezing and popping the pimples at all cost! As inviting as it may seem, the damage to the skin can be severe, leaving you with long-lasting marks or scars or even risks of infection.

Dealing with acne can come across as a pretty turbulent phase. You might lose self confidence, accomplishing a perfect click may appear almost impossible, the mirror may start to seem like more of a foe than friend and a lot more nightmares follow. However, do not let it take control of your personal life. Remember, however cliche as it may sound, beauty is defined not by one’s face, but soul. The outer beauty sure attracts, but it is the inner beauty that captivates.

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Stay Young. Stay Happy!

We live in a strange world. When we’re young, we’re encouraged and eager to grow up really fast. Then, as we get older, we’re encouraged to do everything humanly possible to stay young!
Despite the fact that everyone is trying to force you to grow up rapidly, there’s no need to buy in the way. You’ll be an adult a lot longer than you’ll be a teen. So enjoy your teenage because despite all the little hardships this age puts you in, it’ll always be the best few years of your wonderful life.

A Healthy Nation!

" To keep the body in good health is a duty, otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear."

-Buddha 

As we go about in the hustle-bustle of life, we often forget that there is more along the way than just internet bills to pay, phone calls to attend to and a hundred errands to run. In this melee, too often we forget to spare time for ourselves. The stress levels continue to build up until one day a major collapse may make us aware that in all this frenzied activity, we have forgotten to take care of one important thing – our health. Then, as we spend days shuttling between hospital and home, subjecting our body to one test after another trying to find out what has gone wrong, we are forced to remember the age-old saying "Health is indeed Wealth". 

All cannot be cured at once, and neither can the damage be undone right away, but here are a few ways which will help build up a healthier and stronger nation- cell by cell from the roots to the fruits :

1. Caress the seeds : 

    A new life comes into existence from the womb where the foetus forms the seed that'll spread its boughs some day and will in turn caress another life. Thus it is very necessary that it be taken care of and nurtured such that it grows big and strong enough to overcome the challenges of life. A foetus receives its nutrition  from the mother’s diet before and during pregnancy. Mothers who have good turnover rates for themselves are able to provide well for their babies. A mother acquires her body composition and turnover throughout her whole lifetime as a fetus, child, girl, adolescent and adult. The mother’s turnover and her diet work in harmony to provide nutrition in the womb through the placenta. Therefore if is of utmost importance that a pregnant woman be treated with tender love and care and most importantly, be fed well so as to make up for both herself and the new life that breathes in her.  

2.Nurture the Leaves :

As the glossy fresh leaf-like teens uncurl to take charge of the responsibilities of day-to-day life, it is necessary that they be provided the required health care so they maintain their shine all the way and not burn to ashes in the scorching heat of stress and everyday problems. One should eat healthy. 
Eating healthfully means getting the right balance of nutrients your body needs to perform every 
day.According to the guidelines, a healthy eating plan includes:
❖ fruits and vegetables ❖ fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products  ❖ lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts  ❖ whole grains
Many teens turn to unhealthy dieting methods to lose weight, including eating very little, cutting out whole groups of food, skipping meals and fasting. These methods leave out important nutrients a teenager needs to grow. Also, an hour of daily exercise or workout regulates the body metabolism and keeps one fit and healthy.

3.Strengthen the Trunk :

The middle aged people form the trunk that stands upright- firm and strong facing all odds of life. Therefore it is of utmost importance to ensure they do well. At age 50, vision can start to worsen, therefore a diet high in fruits and vegetables – which are full of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals is recommended. Also, starting at age 40, one loses about 1 percent of muscle mass per year. So people can benefit from incorporating weight-bearing exercises, along with cardiovascular exercise, into a weekly physical activity plan. A regular check up is beneficial too to keep a check on how well your body is doing! And above all, it is love and attention that one craves and what keeps one going even in the toughest of times.

4. Water the Roots :

The roots are the foundation which hold together the entire sapling which eventually develops into a gigantic tree. If however the roots fall weak, the tree has no scope of spreading its boughs and it droops down. Similarly the aged men and women in our homes form the roots of our family tree. Thus, it is significantly important that they be well nurtured in the warmth of love and care. 
Good nutrition is critical to overall health and well-being — yet many older adults are at risk of inadequate nutrition. Malnutrition in older adults can lead to various health concerns, including:

• A weak immune system, which increases the risk of infections
• Poor wound healing
• Muscle weakness, which can lead to falls and fractures.
• In addition, malnutrition can lead to further disinterest in eating or lack of appetite — which only makes the problem worse.
• As the losses associated with aging mount, many seniors become isolated and are at risk of suffering from depression. One should make sure they stay engaged with the world.

And thus we have the key to a healthy and fit nation from the root to the apex! 



NOTE: This post has been written for a contest by DABUR CHYAWANPRASH in association with Indiblogger. 

Teen Teen! :D

I love being a teen. Then again, sometimes I hate it. I am often enthused but at times apathetic. Occasionally I have a vision and purpose, but other times I am totally confused. Sometimes I am nice but at times I can be quite selfish, even a real jerk. The first time I had a real crush was in my teenage; It was also the first time I flunked a test. At times I'm confident but then again a lot embarrassed to quite many times. I may jump with exhilaration on knowing I've got a call, while there have also been times when I snore away while my phone vibrates its way to a low battery. I fret over a broken nail but can be absolutely cool about lost class notes. I do a spontaneous jig, get real destructive and evil, hum a tune all day long. I turn red when I blush, green when envious and experience examination blues. I watch a movie umpteen number of times only 'cause it stars my favourite hero, I get goosebumps when I'm all alone and I hear a door shut by itself. I laugh till my stomach aches, cry till my pillow wets. I get bent out of shape by little things I'm irritated. I over react, get stressed out and feel miserable. There are moments when I lose my bearings, have an utterly clouded vision, stumble and get down on myself.
I LIVE. I LOVE. I LAUGH. 
I am a Teen and I love being one. Cheers!