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Dandruff is a common skin disorder that affects the scalp and is characterized by the emergence of white itchy flakes that can cause discomfort and may lead to hair loss. Keeping the scalp and hair clean is the easiest way of getting rid of dandruff. Flakes arise when the scalp skin is scratched due to layers of accumulated dirt and grease. Instead of using natural ways of treating dandruff like using diluted cider vinegar, amla juice or lime, one can try using a good antiseptic shampoo with anti-dandruff formula, which is a proven remedy for dandruff problems. These products have compounds that are effective in controlling dandruff like salicylic acid that clears dead skin cells away, zinc pyrithione that slows down yeast growth, selenium sulphide that reduces oil secretion, ketoconazole that effectively controls fungal infections, and tea tree oil with antiseptic, antibiotic, and antifungal properties. Treating dandruff cannot be done overnight, but with continuous application of antidandruff products with the compounds mention earlier, dandruff can effectively be treated.

The body was built to withstand the stress we encounter each day. But because of the abuse we have been doing to our body like drinking, smoking, unhealthy eating habit, overwork etc. The body soon breaks down and will call your attention that you are doing something that is not right. If you are suffering from headaches everyday then this might be the language your body is using so you will pay attention to your health. Stress is one major player in causing your headache and one good way to cope with stress is to smile frequently. Smiling will exercise the muscles in your jaw and it will make you feel better. Not only will you be able to relieve the pressure on your shoulders, by smiling to other people you help them as well to cope with their own stress. If stress is the cause of your headache you will soon be relieved from this pain.