Bonitas Member Magazine B-Living Issue 2_2019 | Page 7

Fruit juice is as bad as soft
drinks
A number of people still believe that fruit juice is a healthy
drink. At face value, this does make sense because it is
made from fruit. However, fruit juice contains just as
much sugar as sugary soft drinks. A glass of fruit juice
contains no fibre or chewing resistance, making it easy to
consume massive amounts of sugar. In fact, a single glass
of orange juice contains just as much sugar as two whole
oranges. So, if you’re trying to make healthier choices,
then you should avoid fruit juice as well.
Rejuvenate blonde hair
with tomato sauce
Whether you’ve had a hair dye disaster or are experiencing
chlorine-induced green tones from spending too much
time in the pool, blonde ladies can counteract green
shades and rejuvenate their colour with tomato sauce.
While it may not be the most appealing hair treatment,
the red condiment can neutralise the green in your hair,
leading to shiny, golden locks once more. Apply the sauce
to your hair and leave on for 20 minutes, then rinse off
and shampoo as normal.
Apply coconut oil for
smooth hands
Most people struggle with dry hands. This can be solved
by increasing moisture using hand lotions or emollient
creams. However, dermatologists suggest applying
coconut oil to your hands before going to bed.  Simply
rub the coconut oil onto your hands, then put on gloves
before going to sleep to keep the oil off your bedding.
Covering your hands helps the oil to penetrate your
skin, preventing hands and nails from getting too dry —
especially in winter. Coconut oil contains 80% saturated
fats and rich amounts of Vitamin E, which help retain
moisture and keep skin soft and supple.
Beat bloating with water
Feeling bloated can be caused by dehydration. When you are dehydrated, your body holds
onto water, which causes you to swell up and bloat. Drink water throughout the day to
prevent this. Your best bet is to drink water right after you wake up as your body is usually
dehydrated upon waking. If you have a hard time drinking water, try adding slices of fruit
or lemon to add some flavour. Staying hydrated can help your body burn fat by supporting
proper liver function, toxin removal and reduced fat storage.
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