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Skin pigmentation: Causes, Symptoms and Home Remedies

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Skin pigmentation basically affects the colour of the skin. Skin gets colour from a pigment called melanin. Certain cells make melanin and when these cells become unhealthy or get damaged, it affects the production of melanin. When there is a excess production of melanin, skin gets darker and when there is too little melanin, skin gets lighter and causes white patches.




  • Skin darkening or lightening is the main symptom of skin pigmentation.
  • You can also find patches on the skin. These patches can vary in size and found anywhere on the body.




  • Excess exposure to sunlight can cause skin pigmentation. When the skin is exposed to harmful ultraviolet rays, inflammation occurs. High inflammation level is responsible for the production of inflammatory mediators and these hormones cause skin reaction and contributes to higher production of melanin.
  • Any kind of skin damage, including pimple, cuts, etc., lead to excess melanin production and hence skin pigmentation.
  • Improper hair removal and allergic reactions eventually cause skin pigmentation.
  • Pregnancy or hormonal changes boost melanin production.
  • You can get skin pigmentation genetically.
  • Medications such as antibiotics, hormone medications, anti-seizure drugs also contribute to skin pigmentation.


Home Remedies To Cure Skin pigmentation




  • Lemon/lime has natural skin-lightening property. In addition, it is a great source of vitamin C and a powerful antioxidant that protects skin from U rays.
  • Squeeze a lemon and collect the juice in a bowl. Add little honey to it and apply the mixture to your skin and leave it for 15 minutes. Rinse off with normal water. Repeat twice daily.



  • Potatoes contain enzyme called catecholase that has the ability to bleach the skin and lighten the skin tone.
  • Cut the potato into pieces and add few drops of water on the exposed side. Rub it on the affected area for a few minutes and then rinse off with lukewarm water. Repeat this 3-4 times a day for about a month.


Apple Cider Vinegar

aloe vera

  • Apple cider vinegar helps restore the skin's natural colour due to its astringent property. Also, it makes the skin look brighter .
  • Mix 3-4 tablespoons each of water and apple cider vinegar. Apply it on the affected area and leave it on for 5-6 minutes. Rinse it off with lukewarm water. Repeat twice daily.


Aloe vera


  • Aloe vera is a natural cleansing agent and it helps reduce spots.
  • Mix 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel and half a tablespoon of honey. Apply the mixture on your skin and leave it on for 20 minutes. Wash off with lukewarm water. Repeat once daily for about two weeks.
posted Jun 8, 2017 by Kiran

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mosquito bite

Insect bites and stings often cause a skin reaction, you might get a painful and itchy red lump on your skin. Many bites and stings will clear up within a day if treated safely at home. Bee sting, fire ant bites can be more painful, while bites from mosquitoes and fleas are more itchy. Even though insect bites and stings can be treated at home, people having extreme reactions require medical treatment to prevent death. 




  • Redness and pain are the two most common symptoms of insect bites and stings.
  • Some insect bites may result in itching.
  • Burning sensation is also a symptom of insect bites and stings.
  • You may also experience swelling, numbness, and tingling.
  • Some people may have life-threatening reactions to insect bites and bee stings, including chest pain, difficulty breathing/swallowing, abdominal pain, vomiting, face swelling, etc.




  • Honey bees and bumble bees cause painful stings.
  • Hornets and wasps. Unlike honey bees, hornets do not die after stinging. They can sting repeatedly and cause more pain.
  • Fire ant is a general name for several species of ants, it includes red ants, ginger ants, tropical fire ants, and more. Fire ant stings cause red spots and blisters.
  • There are several blood sucking and biting insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, flies, bedbugs, etc., these are not poisonous but can cause infections.



Home Remedies To Cure Insect Bites and Stings


Baking soda

baking soda

  • Baking soda is a popular remedy for insect bites. It helps relieve itching and bring out the poison from the sting.
  • Add a tablespoon of baking soda to a glass of water. Rub this mixture on the bite using a  clean cloth.
  • Alternatively, add little amount of water to a tablespoon of baking soda and apply this paste on the bite. Let it sit for 10 minutes. This is helpful especially for bee sting.



  • Soap can reduce the itching caused by insect bites.
  • Just dampen the affected area with a warm water and run the soap bar over it.
  • You can also rub the dry soap without using water.




  • Ice is an effective remedy for insect bite as it reduces swelling and itching.
  • Keep rubbing a cube of ice wrapped in a clean cloth to the affected area.


Lemon or Lime


  • Lemon or lime juice can help to relieve itching from insect bite.
  • Just rub the bite with a lemon or lemon slice.


Aloe vera

aloe vera

  • Aloe vera reduces the burning sensation and itching caused by bee sting and insect bite.
  • Rub the aloe vera juice on affected area for 10-15 minutes.
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Heartburn is a sensation of burning in the chest caused by the stomach acid backing up into the food pipe. Usually you may feel burning in the upper and central part of the chest just behind sternum.


    •    Burning sensation in the throat or tasting sour, acidic, salty, or hot fluid at the back of the throat could be symptoms of heartburn.
    •    You may also feel difficult to swallow.
    •    You may experience a feeling of food being stuck in the throat.
    •    Shortness of breadth is also one of the symptoms of heartburn.
    •    Experiencing chest pain, usually after eating, lying down, or bending over.


    •    Most commonly, unhealthy eating habits causes heartburn.
    •    Smoking and alcohol consumption also cause heartburn as they affect your heart.
    •    Stress or being overweight also make you experience heartburn.
    •    Pregnancy also causes heartburn at some stage.
    •    There are number of medications and medical conditions such as Gastroesophageal reflux, Hiatal hernia, that make you feel heartburn.
    •    Eating shortly after bedtime is also not good if you want to avoid heartburn.

Home Remedies To Cure Heartburn

Baking Soda

baking soda

    •    Baking soda, also known as sodium bicarbonate, is a natural antacid that provides quick relief from heartburn.
    •    Mix half a teaspoon of baking soda in a glass of water. Stir and drink it 4-5 times a day.
Aloe Vera

    •    Aloe vera provides relief from stomach inflammation and helps soothe esophagus due to its healing and anti-inflammatory properties.
    •    Simply drink half a cup of cool or room temperature aloe vera juice about 20 minutes before your meals.
Apple Cider Vinegar

    •    Apple cider vinegar aids digestion and helps balance acid production in the stomach.
    •    Add 1-2 teaspoons of organic, unfiltered apple cider vinegar to a cup of warm water. Drink it 20-30 minutes before eating a meal. Do this on regular basis for a couple of months.
Yellow Mustard

    •    Yellow mustard is helpful for acid reflux as it neutralizes stomach acid.
    •    Just eat a teaspoon of yellow mustard when acid reflux strikes or if you feel heartburn. If you feel mustard is too strong for you, just drink a glass of water, immediately after consuming mustard.



    •    Bananas contain natural antacids that can act as a buffer against acid reflux. 
    •    Eat 1 to 2 bananas daily.


    •    Fennel has a amalgam called anethole, it helps to improve digestion and suppress stomach spasms. 
    •    Just chew half a teaspoon of fennel seeds post your meals.
    •    You can also boil a teaspoon of fennel seeds in a cup of water for 10 mins and drink it after straining.

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sore throat

Sore throat refers to scratchiness, pain, or irritation of the throat. Throat pain makes it hard to swallow food and liquids. 




    •    Painful or a dry throat is one of the main symptoms of sore throat. Often this pain is accompanied by itchiness and irritation.

    •    Difficult to swallow or talk due to pain.

    •    Swollen glands in your jaw or neck.

    •    You may notice white patches on the tonsils.

    •    Hoarseness is also a sign of sore throat.

    •    You may also experience fever, cough, sneezing, running nose, body aches, or headache before you get sore throat.




    •    A number of bacterial infections, or Viral infections such as common cold, flu, mononucleosis, chickenpox, etc., cause sore throat.

    •    Allergies and irritants can contribute to sore throat.

    •    Dry indoor air can make your throat feel itchy and rough and can cause sore throat.

    •    Muscle strain, caused by screaming or talking loudly leads to sore throat.

    •    Severe medical conditions such as HIV infection or cancerous tumors in the throat can cause a sore throat.


Home Remedies To Cure Sore Throat




    •    Lemon helps remove mucus and thus relieves sore throat.

    •    Squeeze half a lemon to get the juice and add one teaspoon of honey to it. Add this mixture to a cup of hot water and sip it slowly.

    •    Alternatively, you can lick half a lemon sprinkled with little pepper over it.


Apple cider vinegar


    •    Antibacterial properties of apple cider vinegar helps treat sore throat.

    •    Add one teaspoon each of lemon juice and honey and one tablespoon of unfiltered, raw apple cider vinegar to a cup of warm water. Drink it 2-3 times daily.

    •    You can also gargle with apple cider vinegar solution; add one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and one teaspoon of salt to a cup of warm water and gargle with it several times a day.




    •    Cinnamon is an excellent remedy for sore throat caused due to common cold.

    •    Mix one teaspoon each of cinnamon powder and black pepper with a glass of warm water. Strain this mixture and gargle with it several times a day.

    •    Alternatively, consume the mixture of one teaspoon of honey and few drops of cinnamon oil twice daily.



    •    Antibacterial and antiseptic properties of garlic helps treat as well as prevent sore throat.

    •    Consume 2-3 raw garlic cloves daily.

    •    Alternatively, add 4-5 drops of garlic oil to 1/4th cup of water and gargle with it 1-2 times daily.




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stomach worms

Stomach worms can come in many shapes and sizes. They are more common than you may think. Most of the times, stomach worms can thrive in the human body with no signs of its presence. However, sometimes a person can feel constantly ill and have no idea what's going on. Most common stomach worms include tapeworms, pin-worms, roundworms, etc.




    •    Abdominal pain, bloating, or gas is the common symptom of having stomach worms.

    •    You may experience nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.

    •    Stools containing blood or passing worms in your stool.

    •    You may have itching or rash around the rectum.

    •    Sometimes you may feel tired or may lose your weight.




    •    Living in or visiting the sites known to have parasites can cause stomach worms.

    •    Poor hygiene or poor sanitation (for both water and food).

    •    Incompetent immune system.

    •    Ageing; Children and elderly are more likely to get affected by stomach worms than adults.


Home Remedies To Cure Stomach worms  




    •    Coconut acts as a anti-parasite agent and expels out all types of stomach worms.

    •    Consume one tablespoon of shredded coconut with breakfast and after three hours, drink a glass of warm milk mixed with 2 tablespoons of castor oil. Repeat daily once until you get relief.


Pumpkin Seeds

pumpkin seeds

    •    Pumpkin seeds also have anti-parasitic properties and thus they can paralyze stomach worms.

    •    Mix one tablespoon each of roasted, crushed  pumpkin seeds and honey. Eat this mixture first thing in the morning for about a week. 

    •    Alternatively, add 2 tablespoons of crushed pumpkin seeds to 3 cups of boiling water. Let it boil for another 20-30 minutes. Allow it to cool and drink it.




    •    Garlic is helpful for dealing with any kind of stomach worms due to its anti-parasitic nature. In addition, antibacterial, antiseptic, and antifungal properties of garlic help body to get rid of microbes.

    •    Eat 3-4 fresh, raw garlic cloves on an empty stomach daily for about a week.

    •    Alternatively, add 2 crushed garlic cloves to half a cup of milk and boil it. Drink it on an empty stomach, repeat daily for about a week.


Carom Seeds

carom seeds

    •    The thymol content in carom seeds hinders the growth of stomach worms.

    •    Eat a small piece of jaggery on an empty stomach and after 15 minutes, consume ¼ or ½ teaspoon of crushed carom seeds and then quickly drink a glass of water. Repeat daily once for about 2 weeks.


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stomach ache

Nearly everyone has had a stomach ache at one point or the other. Stomach pain can be  intermittent or persistent, it can come and go or show up only after consuming food. Stomach ache can be dull, crampy, or sharp.




    •    Abdominal pain is the main symptom of stomach ache.

    •    You may experience diarrhea, constipation, and notice blood in stool.

    •    Cough, dizziness, hip pain, bloating, and headaches are also signs of stomach pain.

    •    Pelvic pain, urinary problems, visionary problems are also indications of stomach ache.

    •    There are number of other symptoms associated with stomach ache, such as vomiting, loss of appetite, fever, unexplained loss of weight, etc.




    •    Indigestion and stomach virus are the two most common causes of stomach ache.

    •    Menstruation may cause stomach pain for some women.

    •    Food poisoning or food allergies also lead to stomach ache.

    •    Medical conditions such as ulcers, hernia, pelvic inflammatory disease, irritable bowel syndrome, appendicitis, endometriosis, etc., cause stomach ache.


Home Remedies To Cure Stomach Ache




  • Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of ginger promote digestion and help reduce stomach ache. In addition, ginger decreases the production of free radicals and thus helps neutralize stomach acids.
  • Cut a ginger root into slices and add it to a cup of water. Boil it for 3-4 minutes and then simmer for another 3-4 minutes.
  • Strain it and add little honey. Drink this 3-4 times daily to improve digestion and ease stomach ache.



  • Fennel seeds are a great remedy for stomach ache caused due to indigestion. Fennel seeds have anti-microbial, pain reducing, diuretic, and carminative properties.
  • Mix one teaspoon of fennel seed powder to a cup of water and boil it for 7-8 minutes. Allow it to cool and strain it. Add little honey and drink it. 



  • Asefetida, also known as hing, is helpful for treating stomach ache due to its antispasmodic and antiflatulent properties.
  • Add a pinch of asefetida to a glass of water and drink it. Repeat 3-4 times a day.
  • Alternatively, add a pinch of asefetida and salt to a glass of buttermilk and drink it 1-2 times a day.


Lemon and Baking soda

lemon and baking soda

  • Baking soda and  lemon are very helpful if you've stomach ache due to infection. Baking soda relieves bloating and lemon removes free radicals from the body.
  • Squeeze a fresh lemon and add its juice, one teaspoon of baking soda and 1/4th teaspoon of salt to a cup of warm water. Drink this solution quickly. Repeat 3-4 times a day.





