Importance and befinits of milk in our life

Milk Benefits For Health

1. Keeps Bones Healthy:

Milk benefits to the body in whole and is mostly known for improving calcium leves. It promotes bone growth in children, while also maintaining bone strength in adults. Vitamin D is required for the body to absorb calcium. So if you have vitamin D deficiency, it is suggested to drink fortified milk which contains extra vitamin

 

 

2. Helps In Weight Loss:

Milk is a great appetizer and a healthy snack. Add a glass of milk to your dinner or drink it with a fruit. Women who drink skimmed or low fat milk lose more weight easily.

3. Beats Stress:

At the end of the day, a glass of luke warm milk helps in reducing stress and relaxing the nerves. It boosts energy and reduces the symptoms of PMS.

4. Builds Muscle:

Milk helps to build muscles. When you work hard or exercise, milk helps you recover that lost energy and repairs muscles.

5. Healthy Body:

1. Lowers high blood pressure and thus reduces the risks of strokes.
2. Reduces the production of cholesterol by liver.
3. Gives good good sight.
4. Lowers risk of cancers.

Milk Benefits For Skin:

We all know that milk is good for our health and bone formation. But it has been used as a beauty aid for centuries. Queen of Egypt, Cleopatra attributed her smooth skin and beauty to a secret ingredient and that is milk. Thus, milk plays an important role in maintaining the beauty of your skin and keeping skin problems at bay. Its various benefits for skin are as follows.

6. Improves Complexion:

Milk is great for improving complexion. All you need to do is apply raw milk all over your face and neck; and leave it for 10 minutes. Rinse off with fresh water. This will make your skin fairer and softer within minutes. You can also prepare a face pack by mixing 2 tablespoons of milk, 1 tablespoon honey and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Apply this on clean skin and allow it to dry for ten minutes. This face pack acts as a mild bleach for your skin.

7. Excellent Cleanser:

Raw milk is an excellent cleanser. You can dip a cotton ball in raw milk and wipe your face with it. Rinse off your face with fresh water after 5 minutes. Doing this daily will provide you with a squeaky clean skin from the inside out besides making it fair and supple. You can also make a cleanser by blending 2 slices of papaya with milk. Apply this mixture all over your face and neck; and wash off with cold water after some time. This will make your face clean, fresh and fair.

8. Shrinks Pores:

Sour cream or sour milk can help in shrinking pores. If you have large and open pores, you can take some sour cream and apply it on your face and neck. Leave it for 15 minutes and wash clean. Dairy products are quite effective in counteracting large pores.

9. Milk for Radiant Skin:

The combination of milk and honey works wonders on your skin. Mix 2 tablespoons of powdered milk with 1 tablespoon honey and 2 tablespoons of warm water. Apply this all over your face and neck; and allow it to dry and become stiff. Rinse off with warm water after a while. Apart from this, daily consumption of milk can beautify your skin naturally. It is loaded with vitamins, minerals and proteins which can make your skin fairer and radiant internally.

10. Soothes Skin Irritation:

Milk helps to lighten red spots, reduce allergic reactions and heal wounds. You apply sweet milk, sour cream or butter milk on irritated or sensitive skin, and allow it to dry.

11. Milk for Smooth Skin:

To get smooth skin, you can prepare a facial and body scrub by mixing a cup of milk with 3 tablespoons of oatmeal. Apply it as a scrub on your face and body. Allow it to dry and then rinse off with warm water. Using this regularly will make your skin softer and smoother.

12. Removes Dead Cells:

Using milk scrub on your skin removes dead cells, thus imparting it a natural glow. All you need to do is dissolve some salt in boiling water and add 4 cups of instant non-fat milk to it. Soak for 20 minutes in lukewarm water and do the scrubbing.

13. Smoothens Fine Lines and Wrinkles:

You can make a smooth paste by mashing half a banana with a few teaspoons of raw milk. Apply it on clean and damp skin and leave it for 15 minutes. Wash off with water. This mask will help to smoothen the fine lines and impart a natural glow as well.

14. Treatment of Sunburns:

Milk is a great aid for sunburnt or suntanned skin. Just apply some buttermilk directly on your skin to soothe and heal the sunburn.

15. Good Moisturizer:

Milk can help to keep your skin moisturized throughout the day. You can take some raw unboiled milk along with its cream. Dip a washed cloth in it such that it is fully saturated. Apply this milk on your wash cloth and allow it to dry for about 5 to 15 minutes. Now scrub your face gently with the wash cloth for 3 to 5 minutes. This will restore the natural moisture of your skin, improve its elasticity and make it smooth and supple such that your skin looks fresh and glowing.

Milk Benefits For Hair:

Apart from your skin, milk is great for your hair as well since it is rich in vitamins and minerals that are vital for your hair health. Whether consumed or applied topically, milk offers the following benefits for your hair.
 

16. Treatment of Dry and Rough Hair:

Milk is a boon for dry and rough hair. Rubbing it on your scalp can nourish your hair from the inside out. Just smear some milk all over your scalp and wash off after a few minutes. This will make your hair naturally soft and silky.

17. Milk as a Conditioner:

Milk can be a great conditioner for your hair. All you need to do is fill a spray bottle with some cold milk. Spray your hair thoroughly with this milk. Comb your hair gently and wash off after 30 minutes. You will not require a conditioner as the milk has already conditioned your hair.

18. Milk for Shiny Hair:

Using coconut milk on your hair makes it soft, shiny and manageable. Milk based products are also available which are meant making your scalp healthy.