For excessive yawning..

Eating  a few raw onion pieces along with rice controls the problem.

Masoor dal face pack

Soak Masoor dal (split red lentils) for a few hours and grind it into a thick paste with milk. Applying this on the face regularly like a face pack for a week makes the skin glow.

An oil massage for Thyroid problems

Massaging a little mustard oil on the neck will strengthen the thyroid glands and decreases all kinds of  thyroid problems.This is an aid and not a cure.

Mudras for healing - Hansi Mudra or the Laughter mudra - part 14

Hansi Mudra - image is under copyright 

Practicing the hansi mudra  brings prosperity and joy in one's life.
The tips of the index finger,the ring finger and the middle finger gently  touch the tip of the thumb.The little finger stands alone.It is done with both the hands.
Benefits : It develops the wisdom of the person.
Duration: It can be practiced for 5 minutes a day and the duration can be gradually increased to 40 minutes a day.
Precautions: It is not recommended to chant mantras or slokas while practicing this mudra.
Sukhasana is best suited for this mudra though one can be seated in a relaxed position. However, it should not be attempted while walking.
       There is a general  hankering for happiness in everyone's life and this mudra brings in a feeling of completeness in a person.

The national tree of India

(image in the public domain)

 A national symbol is supposed to evoke a feeling of familiarity, tinged with pride and love in every citizen. It must be able to represent what a country stands for and believes in. The Banyan tree - the national tree of India,does just that.
Ficus benghalensis also known as Bargad or bhar  in Hindi and Vat vruksha in Sanskrit represents longevity and immortality because its unique aerial roots reach the ground and quickly gain girth to look like the main trunk.
It is found in almost all parts of the country and witnesses many panchayat decisions and gossip sessions in the villages.It has huge medicinal properties and also holds a great religious significance. I'm not sure about the other trees which were close contenders, but the Banyan tree is an all time favorite.

Banyan tree sap for men's health

Eating a mixture of 5 drops of Banyan tree sap *  and 10 gm of rock candy sugar (Mishri) for about 10 days strengthens  and improves the virility in man.

* Marri paalu in Telugu.

A simple tip for Dandruff

Mix 2-3 spoons of mustard oil with an equal quantity of lemon juice. This mixture is gently massaged on the scalp.
After 10  minutes  5-6 spoons of curd is applied on the scalp and the hair is washed well. The dandruff disappears after a few trials .