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To escort other food at meal, salads are the healthiest alternative. A seven layer salad is very interesting and looks attractive when placed in a glass bowl. Seven-layer salad is also known as pea salad and 24-hour salad. To know amazing seven-layer salad recipes with peas, refer the following article.

Seven-layer salad is an American dish, originated in the American South but it has spread to all corners of the world. It includes a colorful combination of seven layers of ingredients and topped with a mayonnaise-based dressing and sometimes sour cream is added. It is served in a glass bowl or large pan so the layers can be seen. Many variations are there on the seven-layer salad and it can also be made with an additional layer. The presentation and the use of little dip sauce make it different from other salad recipes.

Recipes of Seven layer salad with peas

7 Layer Salad

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Apple cider vinegar is a marvelous bactericide for hair. To encourage healthy hair in both men and women, Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has been used from long time. It is good conditioner and also an effective germ killer. A proper pH balance is provided by apple cider vinegar to promote hair growth and a healthy scalp. In the following article, there are different tips to use apple cider vinegar for hair care and wash.

Apple cider vinegar is a famous health food and folk remedy. Old nasty skin cells are removed from the scalp and hair follicles by apple cider vinegar due to the fact that it is super high in alpha-hydroxy acids. The main ingredient, Acetic acid will eliminate buildup from styling products and conditioners and strengthen the hair shaft, leaving with soft, glimmering strands. Apple cider vinegar hair wash will balance pH level of hair, kill bacteria and it is also a great cure for dandruff. For color-treated or processed hair, this rinse is not suggested because acetic acid is a clarifier and can strip hair of color. It also encourages blood circulation in the small blood capillaries that irrigate the skin. It is also antiseptic, fighting yeasts, viruses and bacteria that can cause infection. Read the rest of this entry »

Oil Pulling is an effortless and secure way to stop diseases and enjoying healthy life. This is a harmless therapy as we need not to take any medicines for spit out the oil. Oil Pulling was revealed by world renowned Physician Dr. F. Karach, M.D.Oil pulling is part of ancient Ayurvedic medicine and is known as Kavala Graham. Generally it recommended by Ayurvedic practitioners. It is a natural means of detoxifying the body which we all need in today’s world. Oil pulling is believed to take care of almost everything. This self healing has some benefits and side effects.

It gives relief on diseases like head-aches, bronchitis, tooth pain, thrombosis, eczema, ulcers and diseases of stomach, intestines, heart, blood, kidney, liver, lungs. One demerits of oil pulling is that it doesn’t create profits for medical companies. Oil pulling includes rinsing the mouth with 1 tablespoon (10ml) of oil for 15 to 20 minutes and spitting it out. Use of sunflower oil and sesame oil are allowed for cooking and readily available in the home. It is recommend to colon cleanse before you try oil pulling. Natura Colonix Program is the greatest colon cleansing program. Read the rest of this entry »

Chamomile tea is regarded as one of the most delicious drinks with a unique flavor. It soothes the body and relieves the nervousness of mind, so it is marked as the “calm” tea at Starbucks. It was originally used by Egyptians as medicine. Chamomile tea is very advantageous for health and the simplest way to get all the benefits of chamomile. In the following article, there are mentioned benefits of Chamomile tea for skin, hair and eyes.

Chamomile is a daisy-like plant, native to Egypt and also referred as camomile. Chamomile derived its name from the Greek words “ground” and “apple”, because it grows close to the ground and its strong aroma is suggestive of apples. In Greece, it is one of the most loved teas and it is often gathered in the wild, washed thoroughly and laid out to dry at home. Chamomile tea has a delicate yellow tinge when it is prepared. It is beneficial herb and a warm drink, so it is best to take the tea just before going to bed, because it tends to soothe the nerves and helps the individual in settling down. During the cold winter months, it is very soothing. Read the rest of this entry »

To look gorgeous hair plays an important role and it is considered as “crowning glory.” The first step to healthy hair is healthy body, so it is necessary to eat a healthy balance diet, drink lots of water and exercise regularly. As the pollution level is raising the hair need a lots of care. Due to pollution and stress the hair looks dull. The super easy hot oil treatment is very beneficial for healthy hair. In this article there some easy and natural hot oil treatment for hair.

To give hair moisture hot oil treatment is used, as it gives the look of conditioned hair without having to condition daily. It makes hair look healthier. The hot oil treatment work wonders on dry and damaged hair. Damaged and weak hair is repaired by hot oil as every strand gets the treatment it needs instantly when the oil is applied. Usually it is used once a week. The oil bottle is heated by putting it in hot water for an extended period of time. Natural oils are best to use in hot oil treatment. Hot oil treatment is better option to save time and money by making simple and chemical-free hot oil treatment at home. Read the rest of this entry »

Mice and ants can take up residence in human homes, because there is readily available supply of food scraps. They can turn dangerous if they are carrying disease or viruses that could contaminate the humans. For getting rid of mice and ants, peppermint oil is a great option. In this article there are tips for using Peppermint oil to control mice and ants. We get Peppermint oil from the leaves of peppermint plant. It is a cross between spearmint and a watermint. Peppermint oil is non toxic and easily available at health food stores. It is one of the most popular and least-expensive essential oils.

Mice have poor vision but a very good sense of smell. The smell of Peppermint oil is very strong and contains menthol. When a mouse comes across the smell of peppermint oil, it overpowers its sensitive nose and repels the mouse. Peppermint oil must be placed tactically at home, in the areas that are likely to attract mice and ants. Places such as pantry, cabinets or any other place a mouse would find convenient to build a nest or as a food source. The oil will be effective for repelling mice as long as the smell remain. Before applying peppermint oil, clean up each area where mice and ants come. Pick up food scraps, used tissue paper, clothes and seal all the known entrances that the mice and ants use. Read the rest of this entry »

Eucalyptus oil is the multipurpose oil found in nature. It is obtained from the fresh or partially dried leaves and young twigs. Its aroma is clear, sharp, fresh and very distinctive. It works for sinus relief, sore throats, chest-colds, topical antiseptics for skin injuries, rubs for arthritis and inhalants for asthma, bronchitis and other respiratory conditions. In this article there are uses of Eucalyptus oil for sinus & skin.

In Aromatherapy, Eucalyptus oil is of great value. Eucalyptus is also known as Tasmanian blue gum or blue gum and it is extracted from Eucalyptus globulus of the Myrtaceae family. The word Eucalyptus has been derived from the Greek words ‘eu’ and ‘kalypto’, which means ‘well’ and ‘covered’. There are near about 500 species of Eucalyptus plant, which bear long narrow blue-green leaves along with creamy white flowers and smooth pale bark. Read the rest of this entry »

When it comes to fast food in Germany, currywurst is always on top of the list. The sausage used for currywurst is usually a fry sausage which is cut up and smothered with a curry-ketchup mixture. It is quick and simple and everyone loves it. In this article there are some recipes to make currywurst sauce.

It is a German national dish consisting of hot pork sausage cut into slices and seasoned with curry sauce and generous amounts of curry powder, or a ready-made ketchup-based sauce seasoned with curry and other spices. It is usually served with French fries or bread rolls. Sometimes currywurst is sold in food booth with a machine that will slice and spice with sausage. It is also sold as a supermarket-shelf product to prepare at home.

Curry Sauce for Currywurst

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Everyone is busy these days, and sometimes there are not enough hours in the day to plan and prepare a healthy dinner. If you wondering what to cook, thirty minutes before dinner time then read this article to find some easy recipes.

More people turn to fast foods for a quick and easy meal at the end of the day. Unfortunately, these foods can put more of a sprain on health and wallet. People skip good homemade, nutritious meals. They all need a collection of fast, simple recipes to make dinner easier with our hectic lifestyles. In just 30 minutes you can have these quick dinner recipes prepared from start to finish. Few ingredients are used in these recipes and they are ready in minutes. When you want to cook and eat quickly, your best stake is to cook nutrient and impenetrable foods that give more nutrition.

Home-Style Pad Thai

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The first thing that comes to your mind, while thinking of nuts is walnuts, hazelnuts, chestnuts, Brazil nuts, macadamia nuts, pecans and even peanuts! One of the least mentioned nuts are pine nuts. Pine nuts are not nuts, but they are the edible seeds of pine trees. There are over a hundred varieties of pine but very few are useful. The Pinus pin, a Mediterranean stone pine, Pinus edulis, a pine that grows in southwest US and Pinus cembroides, a Mexican nut pine are the varieties of pine. The pine trees family produces both male and female pine cones, while nuts are only found in fertilized female cones. Harvesting of the nuts is a labor-intensive task, as the cones need to be heated to displace the nuts. Therefore the pine nuts are usually more expensive than any other nuts.

Most of the edible pine nuts are grown in Southern Europe, especially in Italy and France. They are also harvested in other countries, like Spain, Portugal and southern United States. Various names of pine nuts are Indian nuts, pinon nuts, pinocchi and pignoli. European types of pine nuts have high level of protein while Chinese varieties are known for their strong flavor. Their size can differ from about 1 – 5cm in length, with over a hundred seeds coming from one cone. In some cultures pine nuts are consider as daintiness and also it is an essential ingredient in various dishes. The oil extracted from the nuts has a delicate, nutty flavor and is used as a flavoring agent in various recipes. It is used with vegetables or in salad dressings and the rich flavor of the oil makes it a good choice for marinades. Read the rest of this entry »