Bonitas Member Magazine Issue 3. 2019 | Page 6

Have a good cry to get rid of toxins There are many advantages to having a good cry. Crying does not only mentally cleanse us, it can cleanse our body too. Tears that are produced by stress help the body get rid of chemicals that raise cortisol levels, the stress hormone. A study conducted by Dr William H Frey II, at the St Paul-Ramsey Medical Centre, found like other exocrine processes, including exhaling, urinating and sweating, toxic substances are released from the body when we cry. Several of the chemicals present in emotional crying are the protein prolactin, hormones and the endorphin leucine-enkephalin, which reduces pain. Limes help ease headaches Limes can help fight headaches. A study has found that the fruit’s scent relieves headaches and the coolness from the lime could also help to reduce the pain. So, if you are among those who regularly suffer from migraines or headaches and you’re sick of taking pills, then try using limes instead to fight the ailment. Slice the lime in half and massage the fruit over your forehead or focus on the specific area that aches.