1.Apple cider vinegar: It is a powerful alkalizing food, will help not only kill a cold but also squash its miserable symptoms. Mix few tablespoons of apple cider vinegar with warm water, honey, and lemon and drink the concoction several times a day to recover from cold in no time.

2.Ginger: Ginger root is a powerful healer with amazing anti-inflammatory properties. It also helps in digestion. It helps warm the body, thereby expelling toxins and other harmful invaders.

3.Honey:  Raw honey from untainted bees is a powerful soothing and healing agent which boosts immunity and treats cold symptoms. It is an excellent antioxidant and has antibacterial nutrients. It mixes well with other cold remedies like apple cider vinegar and lemon.

4.Vitamin C: Vitamin C is a powerful immune booster. Some experts recommend taking up to 2,000 milligrams (mg) or more of non-genetically-modified (non-GMO) ascorbic acid or sodium ascorbate every two hours. Fruits that are rich in Vitamin C are Guava, Oranges, Kiwi, Papaya, Clementine, Strawberries. 

5.Neti pot: If you are suffering from sinus, Neti pot to clear them out is an easy, natural way to help you get back to normal soon. Fill a sanitized Neti pot with warm water and add one teaspoon of sea salt, and gently pour it down your sinuses. It not only clears out the nasal passages, cleansing salts will also help eliminate bacteria and other harmful pathogens.

6.Coconut oil: Coconut oil has an amazing ability to treat virtually any virus, including cold viruses. It is rich in medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs) disintegrates the protective coating of the virus, effectively killing it. Take a tablespoon or two daily of extra virgin coconut oil, particularly at the onset of cold symptoms

7.Oil of Oregano: Oregano is nature's antibiotic. The natural terpene chemicals that is found in oil or oregano exhibit powerful antiviral and anti-inflammatory activity.

Sunlight provides UV (Ultra Violet rays) which is needed for the skin which develops Vitamin D. Based on the skin type, the amount of Vitamin D needed differs.
      For fair skin – 15 minutes is good enough.
      For darker skin – up to 2 hours. 
But prolonged sun exposure might cause sun burns. So we need to protect our skin using sunscreen. We need to pay close attention while using skin lotions and sunscreens.  Research studies show that skin cancer is mostly caused by toxic chemicals present in sunscreen/ skin lotions.

Sunscreen Lotion - Ingredients to avoid
•  Avobenzone (Parsol 1789)
•  Oxybenzone and benzophenone-3
•  Methoxycinnamate based eg Octyl Methoxycinnamate (Octinoxate); Cinoxate;
•  Parabens (synthetic preservatives have been linked to cancer)
•  Artificial fragrances
•  Petrochemicals (see wikipedia)
•  PABA (4-Aminobenzoic acid)
•  Octocrylene
•  Mineral oils (choose vegetable carrier oils rather)

Some of these ingredients cause intense free radical damage when exposed to UV rays.

Surprising Facts you should know about sunscreen…

1. Almost all conventional sunscreen products contain cancer-causing chemicals.

2.Sunscreen actually blocks vitamin D production. Research shows that 70% of the population has vitamin D deficiency.

There are basically 2 types of sunblock.
1.Physical Barrier – It reflects the UV light from the skin surface. Very effective
2.Chemical Barrier – It absorbs the UV light and penetrates into the skin. Less effective.

Badger brand has physical barrier. Badger provides full spectrum protection (UVA, UVB and UVC) through the use of Zinc Oxide. Zinc oxide has anti-inflammatory property and is considered as one of the effective natural sunscreen ingredient.
Badger uses at least 70% organic ingredients.

You can boost your internal sun resistance by
•Eating Antioxidant rich foods like berries, leafy green vegetables, artichokes and superfoods.
•Taking astaxanthin, Vitamin C and E supplement.

Tips:
•Choose brand that is natural, organic and safe. Use Enviromental Working Group Sunscreen Guide to get more help.
•Choose sunscreen with Zinc Oxide as it has anti-inflammatory properties.
•Try natural sun protecting oils like sesame oil, jojoba oil, hemp seed oil, raspberry seed oil, coconut oil and macadamia oil.
•Always buy unscented sunscreen
•Always read the ingredients of any sunscreen before buying it.

sources: 
http://www.naturalnews.com
http://www.renegadehealth.com

Hemp seeds 

Benefits
        Healthy cholesterol level and sugar level
        Better Digestion
        Loose Weight Naturally
        Boost Energy
  
Rich in 
       omega-3 fatty acids
       Vitamin  E complex
       plant-based proteins 
       phytonutrients.
 
Usage
       Sprinkle  them on salads, cereals or other foods.
       Blend them into superfoods.

Hemp  seed oil 

Benefits
       Alternative  to fish oil
       Thicker and shinier hair, softer skin, and stronger nails.
       Natural sunblock
       Relieves premenstrual stress




 

Prevents hair damage- Organic coconut oil penetrates deep into the hair and proved to be very good to
treat hair damage. Apply the coconut oil on the hair and massage it gently hair before going to sleep. In the morning you can wash it and gradually you see less hair damage.

 Moisturizer- I use it on my skin as my skin is very sensitive. I use to have very dry skin
especially in the winter and I apply it in the morning after shower and before going to bed. I feel my skin soft and smooth all day. I am very happy with it and have been using for my kids too.

 Reduce weight- The taste of this brand is fantastic, light and creamy and delicious! Try 1 or 2 teaspoon with meal or even can be used as a spread. It seems to be very good to control cholesterol and sugar.