TipDeck.com » Conditions and Treatments http://tipdeck.com Home of the how to videos and instructions Mon, 01 Aug 2011 04:59:26 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 How to Keep Your Pet Birds from Loosing Feathershttp://tipdeck.com/how-to-keep-your-pet-birds-from-loosing-feathers http://tipdeck.com/how-to-keep-your-pet-birds-from-loosing-feathers#comments Thu, 14 Jul 2011 20:03:33 +0000 Sofi http://tipdeck.com/?p=10939 How to Keep Your Pet Birds from Loosing Feathers How to Keep Your Pet Birds from Loosing FeathersIf your bird starting plucking out feathers, it could mean that they are not happy or involve in some kind of illness. It usually happens to caged birds due to boredom, stress and environmental conditions. Keep your birds in larger space to avoid loosing feathers. The best way to keep your pet bird is not cage it like others. They always love to fly. When bringing a new bird to your home you have great responsibilities to keep them fit and healthy. Here are a few guidelines:

Do not cage all the time

When a new bird, comes inside your home, it is best to not cage it. You should let them out of their cage every day to let them to stretch their wings an allow them to walk about. Even as doing this you can initiate some training for them by using a clicker. This minimizes loosing feathers as well as keeps your bird happy and healthy. Make sure it does not spread the illness among the other members. Whether it is a new bird, or one you have had earlier, may become sick. If you notice any signs if illness, take apart from the others instantaneously.

Give suitable feeding

Feather plucking is believed to be cause by lack of mineral content in the diet. Dietary imbalance, hormonal infestation may cause feather plucking. Check it with your veterinarian in advance for more safety causes. Birds are more prone to this. They usually pull out feathers, chew on it, and pull out more, including the new growth. The picking and pulling cause’s red inflamed area which can be infected .Sometimes, adding free branches takes care of the problem .Adding some amount of sodium chloride helps a lot in these situation.

Notice illness

Some common signs of illness like, runny nose, shivering, glassy, red, watery eyes, sneezing, coughing, rapid breathing, hiding the head in the plumage may lead to feather loosing and cause lethargic to birds in their normal life. If you notice, birds feather on the tail and wings are shedding all the time and looks tattered, it may be suffer from an average life span than those who do not. The reason is still not known .Dipping the bird in a disinfectant has been known to help.

Watch boredom, loneliness

Apart from, if your bird still, starting plucking feathers, it may be causes of boredom, stress and loneliness. It is seen that, when birds are alone they pick their feathers more and try to put their attention in those parts. If they have nothing else to do they are engage in picking their feathers and put interest their in.

See adequacy of light and temperature

Temperature and daylight can also influence the normal molt cycle so consult your specialist should be able to advise you on what the causes could be and possibilities to avoid that symptom as earliest.
Though, birds are speechless and cannot express their feelings in words still they have every right to keep happy and healthy if you bring them and making your pet.

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]]> http://tipdeck.com/how-to-keep-your-pet-birds-from-loosing-feathers/feed How to Keep Your Tan Longerhttp://tipdeck.com/how-to-keep-your-tan-longer http://tipdeck.com/how-to-keep-your-tan-longer#comments Thu, 03 Mar 2011 01:00:22 +0000 Sofi http://tipdeck.com/?p=7712 How to Keep Your Tan Longer How to Keep Your Tan LongerYou have finally acquired that perfect tanned look you so envied and desired. But the important part now is in making the tan last. Unless you exercise adequate care you will find the tan, you worked so hard to acquire, disappearing in no time at all. In fact, the key to maintaining your tan for a longer time lies in your preparation before and while acquiring the tan. Some basic skin care tips given below should help you on how to keep your tan longer.

  • A gradually acquired tan stays the longest. You cannot expect to acquire a tan in a single day by staying out in the sun all time. Long hours in the sun will get you sunburns and result in skin peels, causing your tan to disappear before you can even realize it. Always use a sunscreen with a SPF of atleast 30 before stepping out in the sun. Apply the sunscreen 30 minutes before getting out in the sun.
  • Exfoliating your skin is crucial for acquiring and maintaining a tan. Exfoliation clears away the dead cells on the outer layer of the skin and promotes healthy regeneration of new cells. It also boosts circulation and stimulates the remaining cells. Wet morning sand is a natural exfoliating agent. There are a lot of good scrub products available at cosmetic shops. You can also prepare your sugar or salt scrub at home by mixing sugar/salt with olive oil or any scented oil. In the week before you start tanning and during the tanning period, do remember to exfoliate your skin daily with a loofah or exfoliating brush. Once you acquire a tan, use a scrub on your face and body once a week. Be careful not to scrub your skin hard or you will end up removing the cells responsible for your tanning.
  • A fresh shower is always more advisable than taking a prolonged warm bath. Hot steams and saunas should be avoided when you are keen on maintaining your tan. Excessive sweating from strenuous physical activities also affects the longevity of your tan.
  • Use a good quality moisturizer. Apply liberal amounts of the moisturizer all over your body after you step out of the shower. Keeping your skin hydrated is vital for acquiring as well as preserving an even and healthy tan. An after-sun lotion is also a great option for maintaining your skin’s hydration. Where there is travel involved continuous exposure to your car’s or the aircraft’s air conditioning system can leave your skin feeling dry and flaky. Make sure to apply an after-sun lotion before you travel. A well-moisturized skin looks soft and supple and lends a radiant glow to your complexion.
  • A nutritious diet rich in beta-carotene provides natural antioxidants for your skin. Increase your intake of foods like carrots, tomato, spinach, sweet potatoes, melons and apricots. Also, do remember to have lots of water, even when you are out in the sun tanning.
  • And lastly, remember that your skin renews itself every month. So despite your best efforts, your tan will eventually fade until you go out into the sun again.

Warning:

Excessive exposure to the ultraviolet rays of the sun is associated with skin cancer.

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]]> http://tipdeck.com/how-to-keep-your-tan-longer/feed How to Cover Dark Circleshttp://tipdeck.com/how-to-cover-dark-circles http://tipdeck.com/how-to-cover-dark-circles#comments Thu, 07 Oct 2010 11:01:06 +0000 Sofi http://tipdeck.com/?p=5137 How to Cover Dark Circles How to Cover Dark CirclesCovering dark circles are highly important when you have to attend a party or some function where you need to look your best. No matter what kind of clothes you wear, if you do not have the perfect make up to go with it, you may not get the desired attention. So it is essential that you pay attention to every small detail and try to look your best. Many find dark circles to be not worth much fussing but it can definitely not be ignored. Dark circles would make your face look dull and you look more aged than you really are. It can give a wrong idea about your well being or health, if you do not cover up your dark circles.

Dark circles can be caused by sleeplessness, physical exhaustion, some sickness, or mental stress. You can not take them lightly at any time yet, for the immediate purpose, you can hide them for a while. There are many products available at the market that you can use or apply some remedies found at home to get rid of the dark circles, but these methods take time to heal. You may not have that much time always at hand. And for those who need to attend a party or some get together, they definitely can not wait longer than a few hours to at least cover the dark circles. Dark circles can be covered by any of measure that you use for concealing blemishes or skin imperfections but as eye and the area around it are more sensitive than the rest of the face, you need to be extra careful.

Here is how you can cover dark circles fairly well for any occasion. Take a note of the items you would require.

  • Concealor (specially suitable to your skin type)
  • Foundation
  • Compact
  • Eye Shadow

Steps to cover dark circles temporarily

  • You must visit the local cosmetics store and find out the concealors that you can use. You may need to consult with makeup artist to find out how best you can do it. But this advised to those with acute issues and if you happen to have dark circles due to lack of sleep, then you can avoid that. Find the Concealor that suits your eye area.
  • Second thing that you need is buying the foundation that would gel with your skin tone, you can not wear some makeup that doesn’t suit your over all skin tone, else it would look weird and blotchy.
  • You may also need a compact powder depending on the skin type.
  • Additionally you can buy some eye shadow that matches your cloths and highlights your eyes. But be careful not to look overly made-up.
  • To start you make up process, you can take a beauty sleep that would add some color to your cheeks. Rub some ice on your face and make sure your skin is perfectly clean without any traces of oil and dirt on it.
  • Now apply the Concealor to the eye area. Apply a moderate quantity and you can check whether it has almost gelled well with the rest of the face.
  • Now apply the foundation. You can pat it on the face and smoothly use your fingers to cover the whole of the face. Pay extra attention to the eye area and nose.
  • Now apply the eye shadow you have chosen for the purpose.
  • Once you are done with it, you can apply the compact to the face.

You must also take into consideration the occasion and the time of the day before you get on with your makeup to cover dark circles. You may need to apply a day cream before you apply any make for a day party.

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]]> http://tipdeck.com/how-to-cover-dark-circles/feed How to Stop Smokinghttp://tipdeck.com/how-to-stop-smoking http://tipdeck.com/how-to-stop-smoking#comments Sat, 24 Jul 2010 11:00:33 +0000 Sofi http://tipdeck.com/?p=4291 How to Stop Smoking How to Stop SmokingIt is very easy to advise a person to quit smoking. But it is very difficult for the person to do so. What might have started as a show of manhood or a trendy way to impress partners, can turn out to be fatal in the long run. It is not that smokers are unaware of the problems they will face in the future. But the habit is such that it is very difficult to quit. People who have already got into the habit of smoking find it impossible to give up. According to them, they are drawn towards getting a smoke even if they know that it can be dangerous. They feel overpowered by the will to smoke. But still studies have proved that people have given up this habit with a really superhuman effort. It is not impossible to quit smoking if you have found the will to do so. Let us find out how to stop smoking in a few easy ways.

  1. The best way out is to stop smoking altogether one fine day. Even though you are lured towards having a smoke, just ignore it. Any kind of tension or the inclination to clear your bowels is just not reason enough to smoke. But although it is very easily said, it is much more difficult to stop smoking at one go.
  2. Deep breathing is a solution to many health problems and smoking is no different. Whenever you feel the pressure of having a smoke, do some deep breathing exercises. Breathe in so that your lungs are full of air and your stomach is drawn inwards. Just imagine that all your anxiety and tension is leaving your body and exhale slowly all the while. Continue this process for some time and you will see the stress leaving you. Smile and you will feel a lot better.
  3. Besides breathing in deeply and exhaling out, you can also do meditation and prayer. By concentrating hard on something which gives you stability of mind, you will feel much better.
  4. You need to take the decision to stop smoking. The determination should come from within you and at no time should you feel that it is too late to do so.
  5. Since smoking leaves you with a lot of nicotine deposited in your body, you need to flush them out. Water and fresh fruit juices are best for the purpose. Coffee is not good for health and so don’t make a habit of drinking it just for the sake of quitting smoking.
  6. If it helps you, then write down on a piece of paper why you should quit smoking. Whenever you feel the need for a smoke, just read it and you will feel rejuvenated.
  7. Go in for a self appraisal. Feel the need to live a healthy and fit life for yourself and your family. When you think about the good aspects of your character, you will feel happy and will also find the resolution to stop smoking for your own sake.
  8. Just like meditation and deep breathing, you can also do yoga and other exercises. These have been found to build better restraint towards smoking and also in developing your overall fitness.
  9. Take the help of friends and family and involve them in your mission to stop smoking. They will be too happy to help out. Get involved in family outings and parties and try to forget the intoxication of smoking.

Everything depends on your will to succeed. If you feel that it is time to stop smoking, then no one can make you do it.

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]]> http://tipdeck.com/how-to-stop-smoking/feed How to Get Rid of Cold Soreshttp://tipdeck.com/how-to-get-rid-of-cold-sores http://tipdeck.com/how-to-get-rid-of-cold-sores#comments Sun, 11 Jul 2010 23:00:10 +0000 Sofi http://tipdeck.com/?p=4152 How to Get Rid of Cold Sores How to Get Rid of Cold SoresCold sores are a painful and an embarrassing viral infection. Though one can prevent the onset of cold sores, not many realize that it is actually possible. In this article we shall know about the remedies by which one can get rid of cold sores once they have infected us. Have a look at the following points that can help you in understanding the methods of getting rid of cold sores:

  • Avoid covering up the area where the infection of cold sore has taken place. Make sure that you do not apply any make up or moisturizer on the affected area. This will not get rid of the cold sore rather it will make the infection spread to other areas. Do not buy any over the counter medicines or ointments that are available in the market today for applying on the cold sores. Consult a doctor before using any such medicines or ointments. However one can choose to use Vaseline petroleum jelly on the cold sores. This will prevent the infection from spreading and shall also provide some respite from the pain.
  • Garlic is one natural ingredient that has wonderful antibacterial properties. Eating raw garlic cloves or having garlic in your food can also help a lot in getting rid of cold sores. Raw garlic or garlic supplements can prevent many serious ailments apart from cold sores, cold and flu. Applying the juice of garlic on the cold sores can also be an excellent remedy for getting rid of them. However you should be prepared for the pain!
  • Take one ounce of water and mix in it a tsp of baking soda. Drink this mixture at least three times a day. This solution is also quite effective for prevention of cold sores.
  • Lemon balm, oregano oil and tea tree oil can be an excellent method to lessen the pain due to cold sores. They can also get rid of them if used regularly.
  • Make sure that you keep the area infected by cold sores clean. Cleaning the cold sores can prevent their spreading to other areas. Avoid touching the infected areas frequently. This can also lead to the spreading of the infection.
  • Salt is another natural ingredient that can help you in getting rid of cold sores effectively. You can do this by moistening your finger and then dipping it in salt. Now take the finger and press it against the cold sore for about a minute. Though this will hurt but salt has amazing properties that can get rid of cold sores effectively.
  • Cold sores can cause swelling in the affected area. Use a warm teabag and press it against the cold sore for about 30 minutes. This will reduce the swelling and inflammation caused by cold sores.
  • Ice can also be a great natural ingredient that can help in getting rid of cold sores. Apply ice on the infected area daily and you can notice the visible reduction of inflammation and swelling caused by cold sores.
  • Aloe Vera can also help in getting rid of cold sores. Apply Aloe Vera gel on the affected area for getting rid of cold sores.

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]]> http://tipdeck.com/how-to-get-rid-of-cold-sores/feed How to Quit Smokinghttp://tipdeck.com/how-to-quit-smoking http://tipdeck.com/how-to-quit-smoking#comments Tue, 29 Jun 2010 11:01:04 +0000 Sofi http://tipdeck.com/?p=4023 How to Quit Smoking How to Quit SmokingThere are several articles that deal with the demerits of smoking. However not many answer the question of “how” to go about doing the same. Here we shall know more about the methods with which one can quit smoking in the long run. Smoking is an unhealthy habit that puts the smoker’s life in jeopardy as well as his/her family in deep health risk. Many of us fail to realize that passive smoking is very dangerous in nature and can put your family’s health to risk. Therefore it is advised to think seriously about quitting smoking and start a journey towards a healthy and better life. Below mentioned are some ways by which one can quit smoking. Have a look:

  • As soon as you take the decision to quit smoking, let your family and friends know of it. Make them stop you from smoking whenever you feel the urge. Incase some of your relatives or friends are smokers, ask them not to smoke in front of you. The idea is to keep away from people who smoke. Staying among smokers will not do you any good in your quest of getting rid of the habit. Make sure that you maintain a safe distance from people who are smokers.
  • The next important step is to clean up your house. Make sure that you demolish and dispose off every single trace that reminds you of smoking. These traces can be ashtrays, lighters or cigars. If possible, conduct a spring cleaning in your house so that all possible elements of nicotine and smoking are eliminated from the house. Paint the walls afresh and vacuum all the sofas, chairs, curtains and bedding. Your car would require the maximum amount of cleaning. You shall have to wash your car thoroughly and clean its doors, windows and mirrors.
  • The cheapest way to quit smoking is cold turkey method. In this method, one has to resist all temptations connected with smoking. Though this method is the cheapest, it is also the toughest. However all one needs is strong willpower and determination to get rid of the habit of smoking.
  • Another method is to try the nicotine gum. Whenever the person concerned gets the urge to smoke, he/she has to chew the gum. Here the idea is to chew less and less until there is no urge left to smoke. This method works in the same way as the nicotine patch. Both ways deal with the process of slowly but steadily walking away from nicotine. One can also try to use the nicotine lozenges. These are very similar to normal lozenges except that slowly one gets fed up of the sucking and chewing of nicotine and quits smoking. However all the three methods i.e. nicotine patch, nicotine gum and nicotine lozenges work on the fundamentals of willpower and determination. Resist the temptation and you can find yourself getting rid of the unhealthy habit.
  • A lesser known method is the way of hypnosis to stop smoking. This deals with one or two sessions in which the subconscious minds of the smokers are accessed and help him/her in getting rid of the habit. Pay a visit to your family doctor also once you decide to quit smoking. There are many medications available today that can help a person to quit smoking.

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]]> http://tipdeck.com/how-to-quit-smoking/feed How to Whiten Teethhttp://tipdeck.com/how-to-whiten-teeth http://tipdeck.com/how-to-whiten-teeth#comments Sat, 26 Jun 2010 11:00:01 +0000 Sofi http://tipdeck.com/?p=3998 How to Whiten Teeth How to Whiten TeethWhat is the first thing which turns you on when you meet a person? Quite interestingly, it is the beautiful and guileless smile of a person which attracts you. And the first thing you notice when someone smiles at you is the teeth. Sparkling, white teeth are bound to have a positive effect on you. But most often, you lose this white color in the teeth, which is replaced by an ugly, yellow color. When you become conscious of your yellow teeth, you feel less inclined to smile openly too. This will also hamper your self confidence and you will start hiding your teeth in public. But you can have your teeth back in its original white color if you follow a few natural tips. Let us learn how to whiten teeth by using some tasty and very natural products which are present in our homes.

  1. There are many teeth whitening products in the market too. They will also whiten your teeth but the effect is only temporary. It lasts only as long as you use the product.
  2. The first natural product you can use for whitening your teeth is strawberries. Take a few strawberries and mash them up. The fine paste that you get should be applied directly on the teeth. Unfortunately, strawberry paste is very acidic and can harm your gums in a bad way. So you must take care to keep the paste on your teeth for a few minutes only, before washing it away with fresh clean water. Brushing your teeth immediately will make you feel good.
  3. Apart from a fruit like strawberry, you can also use certain vegetables like celery, carrots, broccoli and cucumbers. These vegetables have abrasive properties which scrape the yellow color from off your teeth, leaving behind a pure, white color. Besides being natural whiteners for the teeth, these vegetables also provide vitamins and minerals which strengthen the teeth and help in retaining the white color.
  4. Baking soda and salt mixture is a good whitening agent too. Mix a large part of baking soda with a small amount of salt and gently rub the mixture onto your teeth. The results are very heartening and it takes very less time for the effects to filter through. But take care to see that you don’t rub your gums too much with this mixture as it can damage the gums. Keep the quantity of salt very less. You will be able to whiten your teeth in a very short time.
  5. Besides the above natural ways of whitening your teeth, you can also get them whitened by a regular dentist. The doctor can use many advanced methods for whitening your teeth. This will of course, be a lot more expensive.

Whitening the teeth is very necessary as it helps you smile with full confidence. You can approach any event in your life with a smile which can spell wonders for your relationships with your friends and colleagues too.

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]]> http://tipdeck.com/how-to-whiten-teeth/feed How to Lower Blood Pressurehttp://tipdeck.com/how-to-lower-blood-pressure http://tipdeck.com/how-to-lower-blood-pressure#comments Mon, 21 Jun 2010 11:00:31 +0000 Sofi http://tipdeck.com/?p=3945 How To Lower Blood Pressure How to Lower Blood PressureHigh blood pressure is one chronic illness that has slowly but steadily started to find its breeding ground among today’s fast paced lifestyle of people. Erratic eating habits coupled with high amount of stress at work can give rise to high blood pressure. Otherwise known as hypotension, high blood pressure is the result of improper functioning of the human heart. If the cardiovascular system of the human body suffers from poor health, then the body is bound to suffer from high blood pressure. Since we know that the heart is the pumping machine of blood to the whole body, we should take utmost care in keeping it fit and healthy. One can control and lower high blood pressure by following certain natural remedies. In this article we shall deal with ways that are natural and can lower high blood pressure instantly and effectively also. Have a look at the steps mentioned below that can help you out in this regard:

  • The first and foremost thing that one should do after being diagnosed with high blood pressure is to start a routine of daily exercise. In fact, exercising is something that one should follow even if your body is free from any illness. It is a method of preventing any serious disease that might affect your body. Remember that being overweight is one of the major reasons of high blood pressure. Make sure that you do not eat unhealthy food at anytime. Try and adopt exercises like treadmills, jogging, swimming, running or brisk walking. You can also opt to join a gym near your house. Joining a gym is the best way to get motivated for losing weight. Keep in mind that whatever activity that you do should involve physical labor that can in turn keep your heart and body fit thereby lowering the high blood pressure.
  • Make sure that you are taking the right supplements for lowering the high blood pressure. Omega 3 fish oils are considered best for this purpose. You can notice that even doctors recommend using fish oils for lowering high blood pressure. Another useful supplement that is recommended is garlic. Including garlic in your daily intake of food can surely lower high blood pressure. If you are suffering from high blood pressure, make sure that you drink around 10 glasses of water everyday. However take care that the water you drink should be cold and not hot or lukewarm. Another very useful and effective drink for lowering high blood pressure is green tea. Drinking about 5 cups of green tea daily can lower your high blood pressure effectively.
  • Food is the last and major factor that affects blood pressure in humans. There are certain food items that help in lowering high blood pressure. You should try and change your diet accordingly. Have a look at the following points that might help you in this regard:
  1. Make sure that your diet contains about eight servings of grains in a day. As far as possible include brown rice, whole grain crackers, whole wheat bread and oatmeal in your daily diet.
  2. Have lots of vegetables like broccoli and sweet potatoes everyday. These vegetables are rich in fiber, potassium and magnesium.
  3. Avoid poultry, meat, high fat sweets, oils and sodium in your diet.
  4. Have lots of fruits like oranges, bananas daily. Make sure that your daily diet contains milk, cheese and yogurt.
  5. Include beans, legumes and seeds in your diet as they are a rich source of protein.

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