Prevention\\n\\nMay 24, 2013, 7:14 PM\\n\\n• 8 min read\\n\\n5:25\\n\\nNuts for Nuts\\n\\nShira Bocar discusses the health benefits of nuts.\\n\\nGetty Images\\n\\nMay 26, 2013— -- intro: High blood pressure is one of the most preventable\\nconditions. But it plays a contributing role in more than 15 percent of deaths\\nin the United States, according to a new Harvard study. Although it causes no\\nsymptoms, high blood pressure boosts the risks of leading killers such as\\nheart attack and stroke, as well as aneurysms, cognitive decline, and kidney\\nfailure.\\n\\nTwenty-eight percent of Americans have high blood pressure and don't know it,\\naccording to the American Heart Association. If you haven't had yours checked\\nin 2 years, see a doctor. While medication can lower blood pressure, it may\\ncause side effects such as leg cramps, dizziness, and insomnia. Fortunately,\\nmost people can bring down their blood pressure naturally without medication.\\n\\nTop 10 Natural Alternatives to Prescribed Drugs\\n\\nquicklist: 1category: Natural Ways To Lower Your Blood Pressuretitle: Go for\\nPower Walksurl: text: Hypertensive patients who went for fitness walks at a\\nbrisk pace lowered pressure by almost 8 mmhg over 6 mmhg. Exercise helps the\\nheart use oxygen more efficiently, so it doesn't work as hard to pump blood.\\nGet a vigorous cardio workout of at least 30 minutes on most days of the week.\\nTry increasing speed or distance to give your heart a better workout.\\n\\nquicklist: 2category: Natural Ways To Lower Your Blood Pressuretitle: Breathe\\nDeeplyurl: text: Slow breathing and meditative practices such as qigong, yoga,\\nand tai chi decrease stress hormones, which elevate renin, a kidney enzyme\\nthat raises blood pressure. Try 5 minutes in the morning and at night. Inhale\\ndeeply and expand your belly. Exhale and release all of your tension.\\n\\nquicklist: 3category: Natural Ways To Lower Your Blood Pressuretitle: Pick\\nPotatoesurl: text: Loading up on potassium-rich fruits and vegetables is an\\nimportant part of any blood pressure-lowering program, says Linda Van Horn,\\nPhD, RD, professor of preventive medicine at Northwestern University Feinberg\\nSchool of Medical. Aim for potassium levels of 2,000 to 4,000 mg a day, she\\nsays. Top sources of potassium-rich produce include sweet potatoes, tomatoes,\\norange juice, potatoes, bananas, kidney beans, peas, cantaloupe, honeydew\\nmelon, and dried fruits such as prunes and raisins.\\n\\n25 Healthiest Foods On Earth\\n\\nquicklist: 4category: Natural Ways To Lower Your Blood Pressuretitle: Be Salt\\nSmarturl: text: Certain groups of people—the elderly, African Americans, and\\nthose with a family history of high blood pressure—are more likely than others\\nto have blood pressure that's particularly salt (or sodium) sensitive. But\\nbecause there's no way to tell whether any one individual is sodium sensitive,\\neveryone should lower his sodium intake, says Eva Obarzanek, PhD, a research\\nnutritionist at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. How far? To\\n1,500 mg daily, about half the average American intake, she says. (Half a\\nteaspoon of salt contains about 1,200 mg of sodium.) Cutting sodium means more\\nthan going easy on the saltshaker, which contributes just 15% of the sodium in\\nthe typical American diet. Watch for sodium in processed foods, Obarzanek\\nwarns. That's where most of the sodium in your diet comes from, she says.\\nSeason foods with spices, herbs, lemon, and salt-free seasoning blends.\\n\\nquicklist: 5category: Natural Ways To Lower Your Blood Pressuretitle: Indulge\\nin Dark Chocolateurl: text: Dark chocolate varieties contain flavanols that\\nmake blood vessels more elastic. In one study, 18% of patients who ate it\\nevery day saw blood pressure decrease. Have 1/2 ounce daily (make sure it\\ncontains at least 70 percent cocoa).\\n\\nDelicious Ways To Lower Your Blood Pressure\\n\\nquicklist: 6category: Natural Ways To Lower Your Blood Pressuretitle: Take a\\nSupplementurl: text: In a review of 12 studies, researchers found that\\ncoenzyme Q10 reduced blood pressure by up to 17 mmhg over 10 mmhg. The\\nantioxidant, required for energy production, dilates blood vessels. Ask your\\ndoctor about taking a 60 to 100 mg supplement up to 3 times a day.\\n\\n100 Best Supplements For Women\\n\\nquicklist: 7category: Natural Ways To Lower Your Blood Pressuretitle: Drink (a\\nLittle) Alcoholurl: text: According to a review of 15 studies, the less you\\ndrink, the lower your blood pressure will drop—to a point. A study of women at\\nBoston's Brigham and Women's Hospital, for example, found that light drinking\\n(defined as one-quarter to one-half a drink per day for a woman) may actually\\nreduce blood pressure more than no drinks per day. One \\\"drink\\\" is 12 ounces of\\nbeer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of spirits. Other studies have also\\nfound that moderate drinking—up to one drink a day for a woman, two for a\\nman—can lower risks of heart disease. \\\"High levels of alcohol are clearly\\ndetrimental,\\\" says Obarzanek. \\\"But moderate alcohol is protective of the\\nheart. If you are going to drink, drink moderately.\\\"\\n\\nquicklist: 8category: Natural Ways To Lower Your Blood Pressuretitle: Switch\\nto Decaf Coffeeurl: text: Scientists have long debated the effects of caffeine\\non blood pressure. Some studies have shown no effect, but one from Duke\\nUniversity Medical Center found that caffeine consumption of 500 mg—roughly\\nthree 8-ounce cups of coffee—increased blood pressure by 4 mmhg, and that\\neffect lasted until bedtime. For reference, 8 ounces of drip coffee contain\\n100 to 125 mg; the same amount of tea, 50 mg; an equal quantity of cola, about\\n40 mg. Caffeine can raise blood pressure by tightening blood vessels and by\\nmagnifying the effects of stress, says Jim Lane, PhD, associate research\\nprofessor at Duke and the lead author of the study. \\\"When you're under stress,\\nyour heart starts pumping a lot more blood, boosting blood pressure,\\\" he says.\\n\\\"And caffeine exaggerates that effect.\\\" If you drink a lot of joe, pour more\\ndecaf to protect your ticker.\\n\\nquicklist: 9category: Natural Ways To Lower Your Blood Pressuretitle: Take Up\\nTeaurl: text: Lowering high blood pressure is as easy as one, two, tea: Study\\nparticipants who sipped 3 cups of a hibiscus tea daily lowered systolic blood\\npressure by 7 points in 6 weeks on average, say researchers from Tufts\\nUniversity—results on par with many prescription medications. Those who\\nreceived a placebo drink improved their reading by only 1 point. The\\nphytochemicals in hibiscus are probably responsible for the large reduction in\\nhigh blood pressure, say the study authors. Many herbal teas contain hibiscus;\\nlook for blends that list it near the top of the chart of ingredients—this\\noften indicates a higher concentration per serving.\\n\\n7 Healing Herbals Teas\\n\\nquicklist: 10category: Natural Ways To Lower Your Blood Pressuretitle: Work (a\\nBit) Lessurl: text: Putting in more than 41 hours per week at the office\\nraises your risk of hypertension by 15%, according to a University of\\nCalifornia, Irvine, study of 24,205 California residents. Overtime makes it\\nhard to exercise and eat healthy, says Haiou Yang, PhD, the lead researcher.\\nIt may be difficult to clock out super early in today's tough economic times,\\nbut try to leave at a decent hour—so you can go to the gym or cook a healthy\\nmeal—as often as possible. Set an end-of-day message on your computer as a\\nreminder to turn it off and go home.\\n\\nquicklist: 11category: Natural Ways To Lower Your Blood Pressuretitle: Relax\\nWith Musicurl: text: Need to bring down your blood pressure a bit more than\\nmedication or lifestyle changes can do alone? The right tunes can help,\\naccording to researchers at the University of Florence in Italy. They asked 28\\nadults who were already taking hypertension pills to listen to soothing\\nclassical, Celtic, or Indian music for 30 minutes daily while breathing\\nslowly. After a week, the listeners had lowered their average systolic reading\\nby 3.2 points; a month later, readings were down 4.4 points.\\n\\nquicklist: 12category: Natural Ways To Lower Your Blood Pressuretitle: Seek\\nHelp for Snoringurl: text: It's time to heed your partner's complaints and get\\nthat snoring checked out. Loud, incessant snores are one of the main symptoms\\nof obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). University of Alabama researchers found that\\nmany sleep apnea sufferers also had high levels of aldosterone, a hormone that\\ncan boost blood pressure. In fact, it's estimated that half of all people with\\nsleep apnea have high blood pressure. If you have sleep apnea, you may\\nexperience many brief yet potentially life-threatening interruptions in your\\nbreathing while you sleep. In addition to loud snoring, excessive daytime\\ntiredness and early morning headaches are also good clues. If you have high\\nblood pressure, ask your doctor if OSA could be behind it; treating sleep\\napnea may lower aldosterone levels and improve BP.\\n\\nSleep Better Every Night\\n\\nquicklist: 13category: Natural Ways To Lower Your Blood Pressuretitle: Jump\\nfor Soyurl: text: A study from Circulation: Journal of the American Heart\\nAssociation found for the first time that replacing some of the refined\\ncarbohydrates in your diet with foods high in soy or milk protein, such as\\nlow-fat dairy, can bring down systolic blood pressure if you have hypertension\\nor prehypertension.\\n\\n***\\n\\nMore from Prevention:\\n\\n14 Walking Workouts To Blast Body Fat\\n\\n25 Best Weight-Loss Tips Of All Time\\n\\n4 Surprising Ways Coffee is Good For You\\n\\n10 Ways to Feel More Relaxed\\n\\n## Top Stories\\n\\n## 2-year-old dies in Detroit shooting\\n\\nJun 21, 10:02 AM\\n\\n## Waitress abducted and assaulted after chasing 5 people who ran out on $70\\nbill: Cops\\n\\nJun 21, 7:12 AM\\n\\n## New book helps women reclaim more time for themselves\\n\\nOct 07, 8:38 AM\\n\\n## Biden faces down McConnell in clash on voting rights: The Note\\n\\nJun 21, 6:02 AM\\n\\n## 2-year-old boy shot dead on interstate\\n\\n4 hours ago\\n\\n### ABC News Live\\n\\n24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events\\n\\n#### ABC News Network\\n\\n#### Privacy Policy\\n\\n#### Your CA Privacy Rights\\n\\n#### Children's Online Privacy Policy\\n\\n#### Interest-Based Ads\\n\\n#### About Nielsen Measurement\\n\\n#### Terms of Use\\n\\n#### Do Not Sell My Info\\n\\n#### Contact Us\\n\\nCopyright © 2021 ABC News Internet Ventures. 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If you\\nsuccessfully control your blood pressure with a healthy lifestyle, you may\\navoid, delay or reduce the need for medication.\\n\\nHere are 10 lifestyle changes you can make to lower your blood pressure and\\nkeep it down.\\n\\n## 1\\\\. Lose extra pounds and watch your waistline\\n\\nBlood pressure often increases as weight increases. Losing just 10 pounds (4.5\\nkilograms) can help reduce your blood pressure. In general, the more weight\\nyou lose, the lower your blood pressure. Losing weight also makes any blood\\npressure medications you're taking more effective. You and your doctor can\\ndetermine your target weight and the best way to achieve it.\\n\\nBesides shedding pounds, you should also keep an eye on your waistline.\\nCarrying too much weight around your waist can put you at greater risk of high\\nblood pressure. In general:\\n\\n * Men are at risk if their waist measurement is greater than 40 inches (102 centimeters, or cm).\\n * Women are at risk if their waist measurement is greater than 35 inches (89 cm).\\n * Asian men are at risk if their waist measurement is greater than 36 inches (91 cm).\\n * Asian women are at risk if their waist measurement is greater than 32 inches (81 cm).\\n\\n## 2\\\\. Exercise regularly\\n\\nRegular physical activity — at least 30 to 60 minutes most days of the week —\\ncan lower your blood pressure by 4 to 9 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg). And it\\ndoesn't take long to see a difference. If you haven't been active, increasing\\nyour exercise level can lower your blood pressure within just a few weeks.\\n\\nIf you have prehypertension — systolic pressure between 120 and 139 or\\ndiastolic pressure between 80 and 89 — exercise can help you avoid developing\\nfull-blown hypertension. If you already have hypertension, regular physical\\nactivity can bring your blood pressure down to safer levels.\\n\\nTalk to your doctor about developing an exercise program. Your doctor can help\\ndetermine whether you need any exercise restrictions. Even moderate activity\\nfor 10 minutes at a time, such as walking and light strength training, can\\nhelp.\\n\\nBut avoid being a \\\"weekend warrior.\\\" Trying to squeeze all your exercise in on\\nthe weekends to make up for weekday inactivity isn't a good strategy. Those\\nsudden bursts of activity could actually be risky.\\n\\n## 3\\\\. Eat a healthy diet\\n\\nEating a diet that is rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables and low-fat\\ndairy products and skimps on saturated fat and cholesterol can lower your\\nblood pressure by up to 14 mm Hg. This eating plan is known as the Dietary\\nApproaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet.\\n\\nIt isn't easy to change your eating habits, but with these tips, you can adopt\\na healthy diet:\\n\\n * Keep a food diary. Writing down what you eat, even for just a week, can shed surprising light on your true eating habits. Monitor what you eat, how much, when and why.\\n * Consider boosting potassium. Potassium can lessen the effects of sodium on blood pressure. The best source of potassium is food, such as fruits and vegetables, rather than supplements. Talk to your doctor about the potassium level that's best for you.\\n * Be a smart shopper. Make a shopping list before heading to the supermarket to avoid picking up junk food. Read food labels when you shop and stick to your healthy-eating plan when you're dining out, too.\\n * Cut yourself some slack. Although the DASH diet is a lifelong eating guide, it doesn't mean you have to cut out all of the foods you love. It's OK to treat yourself occasionally to foods you wouldn't find on a DASH diet menu, such as a candy bar or mashed potatoes with gravy.\\n\\n## 4\\\\. Reduce sodium in your diet\\n\\nEven a small reduction in the sodium in your diet can reduce blood pressure by\\n2 to 8 mm Hg. The recommendations for reducing sodium are:\\n\\n * Limit sodium to 2,300 milligrams (mg) a day or less.\\n * A lower sodium level — 1,500 mg a day or less — is appropriate for people 51 years of age or older, and individuals of any age who are African-American or who have high blood pressure, diabetes or chronic kidney disease.\\n\\nTo decrease sodium in your diet, consider these tips:\\n\\n * Track how much salt is in your diet. Keep a food diary to estimate how much sodium is in what you eat and drink each day.\\n * Read food labels. If possible, choose low-sodium alternatives of the foods and beverages you normally buy.\\n * Eat fewer processed foods. Potato chips, frozen dinners, bacon and processed lunch meats are high in sodium.\\n * Don't add salt. Just 1 level teaspoon of salt has 2,300 mg of sodium. Use herbs or spices, rather than salt, to add more flavor to your foods.\\n * Ease into it. If you don't feel like you can drastically reduce the sodium in your diet suddenly, cut back gradually. Your palate will adjust over time.\\n\\n## 5\\\\. Limit the amount of alcohol you drink\\n\\nAlcohol can be both good and bad for your health. In small amounts, it can\\npotentially lower your blood pressure by 2 to 4 mm Hg. But that protective\\neffect is lost if you drink too much alcohol — generally more than one drink a\\nday for women and men older than age 65, or more than two a day for men age 65\\nand younger. Also, if you don't normally drink alcohol, you shouldn't start\\ndrinking as a way to lower your blood pressure. There's more potential harm\\nthan benefit to drinking alcohol.\\n\\nIf you drink more than moderate amounts of it, alcohol can actually raise\\nblood pressure by several points. It can also reduce the effectiveness of high\\nblood pressure medications.\\n\\n * Track your drinking patterns. Along with your food diary, keep an alcohol diary to track your true drinking patterns. One drink equals 12 ounces (355 milliliters, or mL) of beer, 5 ounces of wine (148 mL) or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor (45 mL). If you're drinking more than the suggested amounts, cut back.\\n * Consider tapering off. If you're a heavy drinker, suddenly eliminating all alcohol can actually trigger severe high blood pressure for several days. So when you stop drinking, do it with the supervision of your doctor or taper off slowly, over one to two weeks.\\n * Don't binge. Binge drinking — having four or more drinks in a row — can cause large and sudden increases in blood pressure, in addition to other health problems.\\n\\nNext page (1 of 2)\\n\\n * ### Mayo Clinic products and services\\n\\n * Book: Mayo Clinic 5 Steps to Controlling High Blood Pressure\\n * DVD: Mayo Clinic Wellness Solutions for High Blood Pressure\\n * Book: Mayo Clinic Healthy Heart for Life!\\n * Give today to find cures for tomorrow\\n\\n * ### See Also\\n\\nHand Scheduled Section Focus\\n\\n * Free blood pressure machines: Are they accurate?\\n * Wrist blood pressure monitors: Are they accurate?\\n * Stress and high blood pressure: What's the connection?\\n * Can whole-grain foods lower blood pressure?\\n * Blood pressure medication: Still necessary if I lose weight?\\n * Blood pressure cuff: Does size matter?\\n * Exercise: A drug-free approach to lowering high blood pressure\\n * High blood pressure and cold remedies: Which are safe?\\n * Weightlifting: Bad for your blood pressure?\\n * Blood pressure: Can it be higher in one arm?\\n * Resperate: Can it help reduce blood pressure?\\n * Get the most out of home blood pressure monitoring\\n * Low-sodium recipes\\n * Video: What is blood pressure?\\n * Video: How to measure blood pressure using a manual monitor\\n * Video: How to measure blood pressure using an automatic monitor\\n * Fruit or vegetable — Do you know the difference?\\n * What will it take to reverse the obesity epidemic?\\n * How to pick spring's freshest produce\\n * DASH diet: Tips for dining out\\n * Train like an athlete for better health\\n * How much sleep do you really need?\\n * Shaking the salt habit\\n * Water softeners: How much sodium do they add?\\n * Is the Mediterranean diet more than a diet?\\n * DASH diet: Tips for shopping and cooking\\n * Slide show: 5 main dish vegetable recipes\\n * Healthy chocolate: Dream or reality?\\n * Calories reconsidered: Old assumptions questioned\\n * Sample menus for the DASH eating plan\\n * DASH diet: Guide to recommended servings\\n * DASH diet recipes\\n * Don't go against the grain — Go whole grain\\n * Sleep tips: 7 steps to better sleep\\n * DASH diet: Healthy eating to lower your blood pressure\\n\\nRelated Links\\n\\n * Diuretics and gout: What's the connection?\\n * Secondary hypertension\\n * Prehypertension\\n\\nRelated Guides Children\\n\\n * High blood pressure in children\\n\\nParent\\n\\nReferences\\n\\n 1. 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High blood pressure is especially dangerous because it often gives no warning signs or symptoms. Fortunately, you can find out if you have high blood pressure by having your blood pressure checked regularly. If it is high, you can take steps to lower it. Just as important, if your blood pressure is normal, you can learn how to keep it from rising.\",\n \"Maintaining a healthy weight. Being overweight can make you two to six times more likely to develop high blood pressure than if you are at your desirable weight. Even small amounts of weight loss can make a big difference in helping to prevent and treat high blood pressure.\",\n \"Getting regular exercise: People who are physically active have a lower risk of getting high blood pressure -- 20% to 50% lower -- than people who are not active. You don't have to be a marathon runner to benefit from physical activity. Even light activities, if done daily, can help lower your risk.\",\n \"Reducing salt intake: Often, when people with high blood pressure cut back on salt, their blood pressure falls. Cutting back on salt also prevents blood pressure from rising.\",\n \"Drinking alcohol in moderation, if at all: Drinking too much alcohol can raise your blood pressure. To help prevent high blood pressure, limit how much alcohol you drink to no more than two drinks a day. The \\\"Dietary Guidelines for Americans\\\" recommends that for overall health, women should limit their alcohol to no more than one drink a day.\",\n \"Reduce stress: Stress can make blood pressure go up, and over time may contribute to the cause of high blood pressure. There are many steps you can take to reduce your stress. The article on easing stress will get you started.\",\n \"Potassium. Eating foods rich in potassium will help protect some people from developing high blood pressure. You probably can get enough potassium from your diet, so a supplement isn't necessary (and could be dangerous without a doctor's oversight). Many fruits, vegetables, dairy foods, and fish are good sources of potassium.\",\n \"Calcium. Populations with low calcium intakes have high rates of high blood pressure. However, it has not been proven that taking calcium tablets will prevent high blood pressure. But it is important to be sure to get at least the recommended amount of calcium -- 1,000 milligrams per day for adults 19 to 50 years old and 1,200 mg for those over 50 (pregnant and breastfeeding women also need more) -- from the foods you eat. Dairy foods like low-fat milk, yogurt, and cheese are good sources of calcium. Low-fat and nonfat dairy products have even more calcium than the high-fat types.\",\n \"Magnesium. A diet low in magnesium may make your blood pressure rise. But doctors don't recommend taking extra magnesium to help prevent high blood pressure -- the amount you get in a healthy diet is enough. Magnesium is found in whole grains, green leafy vegetables, nuts, seeds, and dry peas and beans.\",\n \"Fish oils. A type of fat called \\\"omega-3 fatty acids\\\" is found in fatty fish like mackerel and salmon. Large amounts of fish oils may help reduce high blood pressure, but their role in prevention is unclear. Taking fish oil pills is not routinely recommended, primarily because it is unclear whether supplements can make a difference; getting omega 3’s as part of a heart healthy diet is best. Most fish, if not fried or made with added fat, is low in saturated fat and calories and can be eaten often.\",\n \"Garlic. There has been some evidence to suggest garlic’s effect in lowering blood pressure, in addition to improving cholesterol and reducing some cancers. Further research is being conducted to fully assess garlic’s potential health benefits.\",\n \"Always talk to your doctor before taking a dietary supplement or alternative herbal treatment. Some may interact with other medications you may be taking or have harmful side effects.\"\n ]\n },\n \"parsed_md\": \"Preventing High Blood Pressure Tips: Diet and Lifestyle Changes\\n\\nSkip to main content\\n\\n### High Blood Pressure Home\\n\\n * News\\n * Reference\\n * Slideshows\\n * Quizzes\\n * Videos\\n * Questions & Answers\\n * Find a Cardiologist\\n * Medications\\n * WebMDRx Savings Card\\n\\n### Hypertension / High Blood Pressure Guide\\n\\n * Overview & Facts\\n * Symptoms & Types\\n * Diagnosis & Tests\\n * Treatment & Care\\n * Living & Managing\\n * Resources & Tools\\n\\n### Related to High Blood Pressure\\n\\n * Atherosclerosis\\n * Cholesterol Management\\n * Dental Care and Hypertension\\n * Fitness & Exercise\\n * Heart Disease\\n * Metabolic Syndrome\\n * Cholesterol & Your Heart\\n * Nutrition for Hypertension\\n * Sleep Problems\\n * Stroke\\n * More Related Topics\\n\\n * Hypertension\\n * Guide\\n\\n# High Blood Pressure Prevention\\n\\nMedically Reviewed by Suzanne R. Steinbaum, MD on July 06, 2019\\n\\n### In this Article\\n\\n * How Can I Prevent High Blood Pressure?\\n\\nAbout 1 in every 4 American adults has high blood pressure, also called\\nhypertension, which is a major risk factor for heart and kidney diseases,\\nstroke, and heart failure. High blood pressure is especially dangerous because\\nit often gives no warning signs or symptoms. Fortunately, you can find out if\\nyou have high blood pressure by having your blood pressure checked regularly.\\nIf it is high, you can take steps to lower it. Just as important, if your\\nblood pressure is normal, you can learn how to keep it from rising.\\n\\n## How Can I Prevent High Blood Pressure?\\n\\nYou can prevent high blood pressure by:\\n\\n * Maintaining a healthy weight. Being overweight can make you two to six times more likely to develop high blood pressure than if you are at your desirable weight. Even small amounts of weight loss can make a big difference in helping to prevent and treat high blood pressure.\\n * Getting regular exercise: People who are physically active have a lower risk of getting high blood pressure -- 20% to 50% lower -- than people who are not active. You don't have to be a marathon runner to benefit from physical activity. Even light activities, if done daily, can help lower your risk.\\n * Reducing salt intake: Often, when people with high blood pressure cut back on salt, their blood pressure falls. Cutting back on salt also prevents blood pressure from rising.\\n * Drinking alcohol in moderation, if at all: Drinking too much alcohol can raise your blood pressure. To help prevent high blood pressure, limit how much alcohol you drink to no more than two drinks a day. The \\\"Dietary Guidelines for Americans\\\" recommends that for overall health, women should limit their alcohol to no more than one drink a day.\\n * Reduce stress: Stress can make blood pressure go up, and over time may contribute to the cause of high blood pressure. There are many steps you can take to reduce your stress. The article on easing stress will get you started.\\n\\n#### Continued\\n\\nOther nutrients may also help prevent high blood pressure. Here's a roundup of\\nthe research:\\n\\n * Potassium. Eating foods rich in potassium will help protect some people from developing high blood pressure. You probably can get enough potassium from your diet, so a supplement isn't necessary (and could be dangerous without a doctor's oversight). Many fruits, vegetables, dairy foods, and fish are good sources of potassium.\\n * Calcium. Populations with low calcium intakes have high rates of high blood pressure. However, it has not been proven that taking calcium tablets will prevent high blood pressure. But it is important to be sure to get at least the recommended amount of calcium -- 1,000 milligrams per day for adults 19 to 50 years old and 1,200 mg for those over 50 (pregnant and breastfeeding women also need more) -- from the foods you eat. Dairy foods like low-fat milk, yogurt, and cheese are good sources of calcium. Low-fat and nonfat dairy products have even more calcium than the high-fat types.\\n * Magnesium. A diet low in magnesium may make your blood pressure rise. But doctors don't recommend taking extra magnesium to help prevent high blood pressure -- the amount you get in a healthy diet is enough. Magnesium is found in whole grains, green leafy vegetables, nuts, seeds, and dry peas and beans.\\n * Fish oils. A type of fat called \\\"omega-3 fatty acids\\\" is found in fatty fish like mackerel and salmon. Large amounts of fish oils may help reduce high blood pressure, but their role in prevention is unclear. Taking fish oil pills is not routinely recommended, primarily because it is unclear whether supplements can make a difference; getting omega 3’s as part of a heart healthy diet is best. Most fish, if not fried or made with added fat, is low in saturated fat and calories and can be eaten often.\\n * Garlic. There has been some evidence to suggest garlic’s effect in lowering blood pressure, in addition to improving cholesterol and reducing some cancers. Further research is being conducted to fully assess garlic’s potential health benefits.\\n\\nAlways talk to your doctor before taking a dietary supplement or alternative\\nherbal treatment. Some may interact with other medications you may be taking\\nor have harmful side effects.\\n\\nWebMD Medical Reference\\n\\n#### Sources\\n\\nSources:\\n\\nAmerican Heart Association: “Exercise and Fitness.”\\n\\nAmerican College of Sports Medicine/American Heart Association: “Physical\\nActivity and Public Health: Updated Recommendation for Adults.”\\n\\n© 2019 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved.\\n\\nClick to view privacy policy and trust info\\n\\n### Next Article\\n\\nSlideshow: A Visual Guide to High Blood Pressure\\n\\n### Top Picks\\n\\n * Men: Is Hypertension Harming Your Sex Life?\\n * Is a Plant-Based Diet Good for Your Heart?\\n * Are You at Risk for Prehypertension?\\n * Quiz: Test Your Salt Smarts\\n * What High Blood Pressure Does to Your Body\\n * Could Your Blood Pressure Medication Trigger a Gout Attack?\\n\\n© 2005 - 2021 WebMD LLC. All rights reserved.\\n\\nWebMD does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.\\n\\nSee additional information.\\n\\n\"\n },\n {\n \"original_url\": \"http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Conditions/HighBloodPressure/PreventionTreatmentofHighBloodPressure/Types-of-Blood-Pressure-Medications_UCM_303247_Article.jsp\",\n \"archive_url\": \"http://web.archive.org/web/20170918224959/http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Conditions/HighBloodPressure/PreventionTreatmentofHighBloodPressure/Types-of-Blood-Pressure-Medications_UCM_303247_Article.jsp\",\n \"parsed_text\": {\n \"title\": \"Types of Blood Pressure Medications\",\n \"passages\": [\n \"Prescription blood pressure drugs come in many classes Many blood pressure medications, known as antihypertensives, are available by prescription to lower high blood pressure (HBP or hypertension). There are a variety of classes of high blood pressure medications and they include a number of different drugs. In the widget below, you will find an overview of the classes of blood pressure medication. To expand the information on a type of medication, simply click on the subject tab.\",\n \"Overviews of the classes of blood pressure medications In the tabs below, you’ll find summaries of some of the major types of commonly prescribed cardiovascular medications.\",\n \"For your information and reference, we have included generic names as well as major trade names to help you identify what you may be taking. However, this information does not signify a recommendation or endorsement from the American Heart Association.\",\n \"If your prescription medication isn’t on this list, remember that your healthcare provider and pharmacist are your best sources of information.\",\n \"It's important to discuss all of the drugs you take with your doctor and understand their desired effects and possible side effects.\",\n \"Diuretics help the body get rid of excess sodium (salt) and water and help control blood pressure. They are often used in combination with additional prescription therapies.\",\n \"Generic name| Common brand names ---|--- chlorthalidone| Hygroton* chlorothiazide| Diuril* furosemide| Lasix* hydrochlorothiazide| Esidrix*, Hydrodiuril*, Microzide* indapamide| Lozol* metolazone| Mykrox*, Zaroxolyn* Potassium-sparing diuretics\",\n \"Some of these drugs may decrease your body's supply of the mineral potassium. Symptoms such as weakness, leg cramps or being tired may result. Eating foods containing potassium may help prevent significant potassium loss. If your doctor recommends it, you could prevent potassium loss by taking a liquid or tablet that has potassium along with the diuretic. Diuretics such as amiloride (Midamar), spironolactone (Aldactone)\",\n \"Some people suffer from attacks of gout after prolonged treatment with diuretics. This side effect isn't common and can be managed by other treatment.\",\n \"People with diabetes may find that diuretic drugs increase their blood sugar level. A change in medication, diet, insulin or oral anti-diabetic dosage corrects this in most cases.\",\n \"Generic name| Common brand names ---|--- acebutolol| Sectral* atenolol| Tenormin* betaxolol| Kerlone* bisoprolol fumarate| Zebeta* carteolol hydrochloride| Cartrol* metoprolol tartrate| Lopressor* metoprolol succinate| Toprol-XL* nadolol| Corgard* penbutolol sulfate| Levatol* pindolol*| Visken* propranolol hydrochloride*| Inderal* solotol hydrochloride| Betapace* timolol maleate*| Blocadren* Combination beta-blocker/ diuretic\",\n \"If you have been prescribed beta-blockers, consult your healthcare provider prior to conception if you are considering pregnancy or if there is a chance you could become pregnant. If you discover that you are pregnant consult your healthcare provider as soon as possible to determine the safest medication for you at this time.\",\n \"Angiotensin is a chemical that causes the arteries to become narrow, especially in the kidneys but also throughout the body. ACE stands for Angiotensin-converting enzyme. ACE inhibitors help the body produce less angiotensin, which helps the blood vessels relax and open up, which, in turn, lowers blood pressure.\",\n \"Generic name| Common brand names ---|--- benazepril hydrochloride| Lotensin* captopril| Capoten* enalapril maleate| Vasotec* fosinopril sodium| Monopril* lisinopril| Prinivel*, Zestril* moexipril| Univasc* perindopril| Aceon* quinapril hydrochloride| Accupril* ramipril| Altace* trandolapril| Mavik*\",\n \"Women who are taking ACE inhibitors or ARBs for high blood pressure should not become pregnant while on this class of drugs. If you're taking an ACE inhibitor or an ARB and think you might be pregnant, see your doctor immediately. These drugs have been shown to be dangerous to both mother and baby during pregnancy. They can cause low blood pressure, severe kidney failure, excess potassium (hyperkalemia) and even death of the newborn.\",\n \"These drugs block the effects of angiotensin, a chemical that causes the arteries to become narrow. Angiotensin needs a receptor- like a chemical \\\"slot\\\" to fit into or bind with- in order to constrict the blood vessel. ARBs block the receptors so the angiotensin fails to constrict the blood vessel. This means blood vessels stay open and blood pressure is reduced.\",\n \"Generic name| Common brand names ---|--- candesartan| Atacand* eprosartan mesylate| Teveten* irbesarten| Avapro* losartan potassium| Cozaar* telmisartan| Micardis* valsartan| Diovan*\",\n \"ARBs should not be used during pregnancy. Medications that act directly on the renin-angiotensin system can cause injury or even death to a developing fetus. When pregnancy is detected, consult your healthcare professional as soon as possible.\",\n \"This drug prevents calcium from entering the smooth muscle cells of the heart and arteries. When calcium enters these cells, it causes a stronger and harder contraction, so by decreasing the calcium, the hearts' contraction is not as forceful. Calcium channel blockers relax and open up narrowed blood vessels, reduce heart rate and lower blood pressure.\",\n \"Generic name| Common brand names ---|--- amlodipine besylate| Norvasc*, Lotrel* bepridil| Vasocor* diltiazem hydrochloride| Cardizem CD*, Cardizem SR*, Dilacor XR*, Tiazac* felodipine| Plendil* isradipine| DynaCirc*, DynaCirc CR* nicardipine| Cardene SR* nifedipine| Adalat CC*, Procardia XL* nisoldipine| Sular* verapamil hydrochloride| Calan SR*, Covera HS*, Isoptin SR*, Verelan*\",\n \"These drugs reduce blood pressure by decreasing the activity of the sympathetic (adrenaline-producing) portion of the involuntary nervous system. Methyldopa is considered a first line antihypertensive during pregnancy because adverse effects are infrequent for the pregnant woman or the developing fetus.\",\n \"Combined alpha and beta-blockers are used as an IV drip for those patients experiencing a hypertensive crisis. They may be prescribed for outpatient high blood pressure use if the patient is at risk for heart failure.\",\n \"Central agonists also help decrease the blood vessels' ability to tense up or contract. The central agonists follow a different nerve pathway than the alpha and beta-blockers, but accomplish the same goal of blood pressure reduction.\",\n \"Alpha methyldopa (Aldomet)* may produce a greater drop in blood pressure when you're in an upright position (standing or walking), and it may make you feel weak or faint if the pressure has been lowered too far. This drug may also cause drowsiness or sluggishness, dryness of the mouth, fever or anemia. Male patients may experience impotence. If this side effect persists, your doctor may have to change the drug dosage or use another medication.\",\n \"These medications reduce blood pressure by blocking neurotransmitters in the brain. This blocks the smooth muscles from getting the \\\"message\\\" to constrict. These drugs are rarely used unless other medications don't help.\",\n \"Reserpine may cause a stuffy nose, diarrhea or heartburn. These effects aren't severe, and no treatment is required other than to change the dosage. If you have nightmares or insomnia or get depressed, tell your doctor immediately.\",\n \"Guanadrel (Hylorel)* or guanethidine (Ismelin)* may cause some diarrhea, which may persist in some people. This side effect usually becomes less of a problem if you continue treatment. These drugs reduce blood pressure more when you stand. Consequently, you may get dizzy and lightheaded and feel weak when you get out of bed in the morning or stand up suddenly. If you notice any of these reactions and if they persist for more than a minute or two, contact your doctor. He/she may instruct you to reduce or omit the next dose of the medication.\",\n \"When taking guanethidine, don't stand in the hot sun or at a social gathering if you begin to feel faint or weak. These activities cause low blood pressure and fainting. Male patients may experience impotence. Contact your doctor if either of these side effects occurs.\",\n \"Blood vessel dilators, or vasodilators, can cause the muscle in the walls of the blood vessels (especially the arterioles) to relax, allowing the vessel to dilate (widen). This allows blood to flow through better.\",\n \"Hydralazine (Apresoline)* may cause headaches, swelling around the eyes, heart palpitations or aches and pains in the joints. Usually none of these symptoms are severe, and most will go away after a few weeks of treatment. This drug isn't usually used by itself.\",\n \"Minoxidil (Loniten)* is a potent drug that's usually used only in resistant cases of severe high blood pressure. It may cause fluid retention (marked weight gain) or excessive hair growth.\",\n \"Our Interactive Cardiovascular Library has detailed animations and illustrations to help you learn about conditions, treatments and procedures related to heart disease and stroke.\"\n ]\n },\n \"parsed_md\": \"Types of Blood Pressure Medications\\n\\nSkip to Content\\n\\nAmerican Heart Association Learn and Live\\n\\nLocal Info Languages Careers Volunteer Donate\\n\\n## Get Your Local Info\\n\\nFind out what is happening at your local American Heart area\\n\\n## SELECT YOUR LANGUAGE\\n\\nEspañol (Spanish)\\n\\n简体中文 (Traditional Chinese)\\n\\n繁体中文 (Simplified Chinese)\\n\\nTiếng Việt (Vietnamese)\\n\\n# Types of Blood Pressure Medications\\n\\nUpdated:Sep 15,2017\\n\\nPrescription blood pressure drugs come in many classes Many blood pressure\\nmedications, known as antihypertensives, are available by prescription to\\nlower high blood pressure (HBP or hypertension). There are a variety of\\nclasses of high blood pressure medications and they include a number of\\ndifferent drugs. In the widget below, you will find an overview of the classes\\nof blood pressure medication. To expand the information on a type of\\nmedication, simply click on the subject tab.\\n\\nOverviews of the classes of blood pressure medications In the tabs below,\\nyou’ll find summaries of some of the major types of commonly prescribed\\ncardiovascular medications.\\n\\n * For your information and reference, we have included generic names as well as major trade names to help you identify what you may be taking. However, this information does not signify a recommendation or endorsement from the American Heart Association.\\n * If your prescription medication isn’t on this list, remember that your healthcare provider and pharmacist are your best sources of information.\\n * It's important to discuss all of the drugs you take with your doctor and understand their desired effects and possible side effects.\\n * Never stop taking a medication and never change your dose or frequency without first consulting your doctor.\\n\\nThe classes of blood pressure medications include:\\n\\n### Diuretics\\n\\nDiuretics help the body get rid of excess sodium (salt) and water and help\\ncontrol blood pressure. They are often used in combination with additional\\nprescription therapies.\\n\\nGeneric name| Common brand names \\n---|--- \\nchlorthalidone| Hygroton* \\nchlorothiazide| Diuril* \\nfurosemide| Lasix* \\nhydrochlorothiazide| Esidrix*, Hydrodiuril*, Microzide* \\nindapamide| Lozol* \\nmetolazone| Mykrox*, Zaroxolyn* \\nPotassium-sparing diuretics \\n--- \\namiloride hydrochloride| Midamar* \\nspironolactone| Aldactone* \\ntriamterene| Dyrenium* \\nLoop diuretic \\n--- \\nbumetanide| Bumex* \\nCombination diuretics \\n--- \\namiloride hydrochloride + hydrochlorothiazide| Moduretic* \\nspironolactone + hydrochlorothiazide| Aldactazide* \\ntriamterene + hydrochlorothiazide| Dyazide*, Maxzide* \\n \\nSome noted possible side effects from diuretics:\\n\\n * Some of these drugs may decrease your body's supply of the mineral potassium. Symptoms such as weakness, leg cramps or being tired may result. Eating foods containing potassium may help prevent significant potassium loss. If your doctor recommends it, you could prevent potassium loss by taking a liquid or tablet that has potassium along with the diuretic. Diuretics such as amiloride (Midamar)*, spironolactone (Aldactone)* or triamterene (Dyrenium)* are called \\\"potassium sparing\\\" agents. They don't cause the body to lose potassium. They might be prescribed alone, but are usually used with another diuretic. Some of these combinations are Aldactazide*, Dyazide*, Maxzide* or Moduretic*.\\n * Some people suffer from attacks of gout after prolonged treatment with diuretics. This side effect isn't common and can be managed by other treatment.\\n * People with diabetes may find that diuretic drugs increase their blood sugar level. A change in medication, diet, insulin or oral anti-diabetic dosage corrects this in most cases.\\n * Impotence may occur.\\n\\n### Beta-blockers\\n\\nBeta-blockers reduce the heart rate, the heart's workload and the heart's\\noutput of blood, which lowers blood pressure.\\n\\nGeneric name| Common brand names \\n---|--- \\nacebutolol| Sectral* \\natenolol| Tenormin* \\nbetaxolol| Kerlone* \\nbisoprolol fumarate| Zebeta* \\ncarteolol hydrochloride| Cartrol* \\nmetoprolol tartrate| Lopressor* \\nmetoprolol succinate| Toprol-XL* \\nnadolol| Corgard* \\npenbutolol sulfate| Levatol* \\npindolol*| Visken* \\npropranolol hydrochloride*| Inderal* \\nsolotol hydrochloride| Betapace* \\ntimolol maleate*| Blocadren* \\nCombination beta-blocker/ diuretic \\n--- \\nhydrochlorothiazide and bisoprolol| Ziac* \\n \\nSome noted possible side effects of beta-blockers:\\n\\n * Insomnia\\n * Cold hands and feet\\n * Tiredness or depression\\n * Slow heartbeat\\n * Symptoms of asthma\\n * Impotence may also occur\\n * If you have diabetes and you're taking insulin, have your responses to therapy monitored closely.\\n * If you have been prescribed beta-blockers, consult your healthcare provider prior to conception if you are considering pregnancy or if there is a chance you could become pregnant. If you discover that you are pregnant consult your healthcare provider as soon as possible to determine the safest medication for you at this time.\\n\\n### ACE inhibitors\\n\\nAngiotensin is a chemical that causes the arteries to become narrow,\\nespecially in the kidneys but also throughout the body. ACE stands for\\nAngiotensin-converting enzyme. ACE inhibitors help the body produce less\\nangiotensin, which helps the blood vessels relax and open up, which, in turn,\\nlowers blood pressure.\\n\\nGeneric name| Common brand names \\n---|--- \\nbenazepril hydrochloride| Lotensin* \\ncaptopril| Capoten* \\nenalapril maleate| Vasotec* \\nfosinopril sodium| Monopril* \\nlisinopril| Prinivel*, Zestril* \\nmoexipril| Univasc* \\nperindopril| Aceon* \\nquinapril hydrochloride| Accupril* \\nramipril| Altace* \\ntrandolapril| Mavik* \\n \\nSome noted possible side effects of ACE inhibitors:\\n\\n * Skin rash\\n * Loss of taste\\n * Chronic dry, hacking cough\\n * In rare instances, kidney damage\\n * Women who are taking ACE inhibitors or ARBs for high blood pressure should not become pregnant while on this class of drugs. If you're taking an ACE inhibitor or an ARB and think you might be pregnant, see your doctor immediately. These drugs have been shown to be dangerous to both mother and baby during pregnancy. They can cause low blood pressure, severe kidney failure, excess potassium (hyperkalemia) and even death of the newborn.\\n\\n### Angiotensin II receptor blockers\\n\\nThese drugs block the effects of angiotensin, a chemical that causes the\\narteries to become narrow. Angiotensin needs a receptor- like a chemical\\n\\\"slot\\\" to fit into or bind with- in order to constrict the blood vessel. ARBs\\nblock the receptors so the angiotensin fails to constrict the blood vessel.\\nThis means blood vessels stay open and blood pressure is reduced.\\n\\nGeneric name| Common brand names \\n---|--- \\ncandesartan| Atacand* \\neprosartan mesylate| Teveten* \\nirbesarten| Avapro* \\nlosartan potassium| Cozaar* \\ntelmisartan| Micardis* \\nvalsartan| Diovan* \\n \\nSome noted possible side effects of Angiotensin II receptor blockers:\\n\\n * May cause occasional dizziness.\\n * ARBs should not be used during pregnancy. Medications that act directly on the renin-angiotensin system can cause injury or even death to a developing fetus. When pregnancy is detected, consult your healthcare professional as soon as possible.\\n\\n### Calcium channel blockers\\n\\nThis drug prevents calcium from entering the smooth muscle cells of the heart\\nand arteries. When calcium enters these cells, it causes a stronger and harder\\ncontraction, so by decreasing the calcium, the hearts' contraction is not as\\nforceful. Calcium channel blockers relax and open up narrowed blood vessels,\\nreduce heart rate and lower blood pressure.\\n\\nGeneric name| Common brand names \\n---|--- \\namlodipine besylate| Norvasc*, Lotrel* \\nbepridil| Vasocor* \\ndiltiazem hydrochloride| Cardizem CD*, Cardizem SR*, Dilacor XR*, Tiazac* \\nfelodipine| Plendil* \\nisradipine| DynaCirc*, DynaCirc CR* \\nnicardipine| Cardene SR* \\nnifedipine| Adalat CC*, Procardia XL* \\nnisoldipine| Sular* \\nverapamil hydrochloride| Calan SR*, Covera HS*, Isoptin SR*, Verelan* \\n \\nSome noted possible side effects of calcium channel blockers:\\n\\n * Palpitations\\n * Swollen ankles\\n * Constipation\\n * Headache\\n * Dizziness\\n\\n### Alpha blockers\\n\\nThese drugs reduce the arteries' resistance, relaxing the muscle tone of the\\nvascular walls.\\n\\nGeneric name| Common brand names \\n---|--- \\ndoxazosin mesylate| Cardura* \\nprazosin hydrochloride| Minipress* \\nterazosin hydrochloride| Hytrin* \\n \\nSome noted possible side effects of alpha blockers:\\n\\n * Fast heart rate\\n * Dizziness\\n * A drop in blood pressure when you stand up\\n\\n### Alpha-2 Receptor Agonists\\n\\nThese drugs reduce blood pressure by decreasing the activity of the\\nsympathetic (adrenaline-producing) portion of the involuntary nervous system.\\nMethyldopa is considered a first line antihypertensive during pregnancy\\nbecause adverse effects are infrequent for the pregnant woman or the\\ndeveloping fetus.\\n\\nGeneric name| Common brand names \\n---|--- \\nmethyldopa \\n \\nSome noted possible side effects of Alpha-2 Receptor Agonists:\\n\\n * Methyldopa can cause drowsiness or dizziness\\n\\n### Combined alpha and beta-blockers\\n\\nCombined alpha and beta-blockers are used as an IV drip for those patients\\nexperiencing a hypertensive crisis. They may be prescribed for outpatient high\\nblood pressure use if the patient is at risk for heart failure.\\n\\nGeneric name| Common brand names \\n---|--- \\ncarvedilol| Coreg* \\nlabetalol hydrochloride| Normodyne*, Trandate* \\n \\nA noted possible side effect of combined alpha and beta-blockers:\\n\\n * May cause a drop in blood pressure when you stand up\\n\\n### Central agonists\\n\\nCentral agonists also help decrease the blood vessels' ability to tense up or\\ncontract. The central agonists follow a different nerve pathway than the alpha\\nand beta-blockers, but accomplish the same goal of blood pressure reduction.\\n\\nGeneric name| Common brand names \\n---|--- \\nalpha methyldopa| Aldomet* \\nclonidine hydrochloride| Catapres* \\nguanabenz acetate| Wytensin* \\nguanfacine hydrochloride| Tenex* \\n \\nSome noted possible side effects of central agonists:\\n\\n * Alpha methyldopa (Aldomet)* may produce a greater drop in blood pressure when you're in an upright position (standing or walking), and it may make you feel weak or faint if the pressure has been lowered too far. This drug may also cause drowsiness or sluggishness, dryness of the mouth, fever or anemia. Male patients may experience impotence. If this side effect persists, your doctor may have to change the drug dosage or use another medication.\\n * Clonidine (Catapres)*, guanabenz (Wytensin)* or guanfacine (Tenex)* may produce severe dryness of the mouth, constipation or drowsiness. If you're taking any of these drugs, don't stop suddenly because your blood pressure may rise quickly to dangerously high levels.\\n\\n### Peripheral adrenergic inhibitors\\n\\nThese medications reduce blood pressure by blocking neurotransmitters in the\\nbrain. This blocks the smooth muscles from getting the \\\"message\\\" to constrict.\\nThese drugs are rarely used unless other medications don't help.\\n\\nGeneric name| Common brand names \\n---|--- \\nguanadrel| Hylorel* \\nguanethidine monosulfate| Ismelin* \\nreserpine| Serpasil* \\n \\nSome noted possible side effects of peripheral adrenergic inhibitors:\\n\\n * Reserpine may cause a stuffy nose, diarrhea or heartburn. These effects aren't severe, and no treatment is required other than to change the dosage. If you have nightmares or insomnia or get depressed, tell your doctor immediately.\\n * Guanadrel (Hylorel)* or guanethidine (Ismelin)* may cause some diarrhea, which may persist in some people. This side effect usually becomes less of a problem if you continue treatment. These drugs reduce blood pressure more when you stand. Consequently, you may get dizzy and lightheaded and feel weak when you get out of bed in the morning or stand up suddenly. If you notice any of these reactions and if they persist for more than a minute or two, contact your doctor. He/she may instruct you to reduce or omit the next dose of the medication.\\n * When taking guanethidine, don't stand in the hot sun or at a social gathering if you begin to feel faint or weak. These activities cause low blood pressure and fainting. Male patients may experience impotence. Contact your doctor if either of these side effects occurs.\\n\\n### Blood vessel dilators (vasodilators)\\n\\nBlood vessel dilators, or vasodilators, can cause the muscle in the walls of\\nthe blood vessels (especially the arterioles) to relax, allowing the vessel to\\ndilate (widen). 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Next, find the heart line, located at the top of the palm, parallel to where the fingers meet the hand. Then, use the ratio of the life line to the heart line to calculate the person’s age. For example, a life line to heart line ratio of 0.36 indicates a lifespan of 64 years."},"related_document_urls_wayback_snapshots":{"kind":"list like","value":["http://web.archive.org/web/20210303112347/https://www.md-health.com/Palm-Reading-Guide.html","http://web.archive.org/web/20210817191905/https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2015/07/palm-reading/395288/","http://web.archive.org/web/20210414113837/http://palmreadingguidelines.com/palm-reading/palm-reading-life-line.htm"],"string":"[\n \"http://web.archive.org/web/20210303112347/https://www.md-health.com/Palm-Reading-Guide.html\",\n \"http://web.archive.org/web/20210817191905/https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2015/07/palm-reading/395288/\",\n \"http://web.archive.org/web/20210414113837/http://palmreadingguidelines.com/palm-reading/palm-reading-life-line.htm\"\n]"},"split":{"kind":"string","value":"train"},"cluster":{"kind":"number","value":90,"string":"90"},"related_documents_content":{"kind":"list like","value":[{"original_url":"https://www.md-health.com/Palm-Reading-Guide.html","archive_url":"http://web.archive.org/web/20210303112347/https://www.md-health.com/Palm-Reading-Guide.html","parsed_text":{"title":"A Detailed Guide to Palm Reading","passages":["Palm reading, palmistry or chiromancy is a popular art in Asia, though its popularity has grown in other parts of the world over the years. A person's hands are imprinted with many of these markings from birth while others appear as the hands grow and change, so in many cases palm reading focuses more on how these lines interact rather than what the lines look like. These relationships can be used to determine health, mental, emotional and physical characteristics which can have an impact on the person whose palm is being read.","The art of palm reading, commonly referred to as palmistry, is based on the idea that you can tell someone's future based on the imprints and markings found on the palm of their hands. Lines on the palm may either be large and thick, or thin and small. Mounts, markings and how the lines cross or interact with one another on both of the hands are considered when reading a palm. In some cases characteristics of the arm, fingers and nails will also be considered when determining the future and characteristics of the person whose palm is being read.","The first step in palm reading is determining which hand should be used. In many cases both hands will be read, but different age and gender groups should have different hands used as their primary reading source. The left hand, or the \"born to be\" hand represents characteristics that were inherent to the person from birth. The right hand, or the \"grown to be\" hand will represent the status and achievements that are earned as people grow and gain their independence. The right and left hands also represent Ying and Yang, respectively.","Men who are less than 30 years old should have the left hand used as their primary hand, while the right hand will be used as a supplementary hand for additional information.","A man over 30 should use the exact opposite of this method. This is because as a young man, you will be more influenced by your parents, upbringing and heritage, while as an adult you are more independent and things such as health, social status and outside relationships tend to have more value.","Women under 30 should use the right hand as their primary hand due to its association with Ying, and should switch to using the left hand as their primary reading hand once they age past 30.","Once you have selected the proper hand to use, it is time to start identifying the major lines which affect the reading.","Heart line - The first to locate is the heart line. This line is near the top of the palm and extends from the index finger and can extend through the pinkie. If the line is long that implies a steady love life, while shorter lines imply that this person may fall in love easily or may be a bit less interested in romance. If the line is curvy then this person may have many different relationships or express their feelings more openly, while a straight line implies that this person is more likely to keep their head in romantic situations. Breaks or circles in the line signify emotional trauma.","Head line - The head line, which runs horizontally through the center of the palm represents this person's thinking style. Curved lines represent people who are more creative or spontaneous while a straight line implies that this person is more straightforward. If this line does not touch the life line it implies that this person is adventurous. Breaks in the head line show inconsistencies and doughnuts or crosses imply emotional crises that the person has suffered.","Life line - The next major line down in palm reading guide, starting near the thumb and curving in an arc is the life line. Many palm readers consider this one of the most important line on the hand. This line reflects health, major life changes or the person's well-being. The depth of this line implies vitality, while shallow lines imply that this person can be easily manipulated. In some cases, a person will have multiple life lines which implies that they are especially vital. Breaks in the line imply sudden changes in lifestyle while circles imply major injuries or illnesses. Swoops or a semicircle on the fate line shows the enthusiasm and strength the person lends to their life.","Fate line - The final major line is the fate line, which represents items that are beyond the person's control. This line is more vertical and cuts through the center of the palm. If this line is deep this person is strongly controlled by their fate, while a lighter line implies that they have more freedom. Many breaks in this line imply that the person's life is often changed by external forces, but if the line joins the life line this implies that the person set their aspirations and goals very early on. If this line hits the life line in the center this signifies a point where the person must surrender to the will of others. However, if it starts at the base of the thumb and completely crosses the life line this shows that this person is strongly supported by their friends and family.","Hope this palm reading guide help you understand the art better and you can get started reading your palms or others!","Change your attitudes towards life, smile more and be grateful to live in the moment and enjoy a healthy and satisfied life. Remember: All is well!"]},"parsed_md":"A Detailed Guide to Palm Reading | MD-Health.com\n\nBetter Health Information from Doctors.\n\nAbout Us\n\n * Drugs & Supplements\n * Exercise & Fitness\n * Diet & Nutrition\n * Women's Health\n * Blood Health\n * Ebola\n\n * Home >\n * Funny Lives >\n * A Detailed Guide to Palm Reading\n\n# A Detailed Guide to Palm Reading\n\n## Palm reading is an ancient art. Palm reading guide compares the lines,\npatterns and formations across the hands to make judgments about the person's\nfuture or general nature.\n\nPalm reading, palmistry or chiromancy is a popular art in Asia, though its\npopularity has grown in other parts of the world over the years. A person's\nhands are imprinted with many of these markings from birth while others appear\nas the hands grow and change, so in many cases palm reading focuses more on\nhow these lines interact rather than what the lines look like. These\nrelationships can be used to determine health, mental, emotional and physical\ncharacteristics which can have an impact on the person whose palm is being\nread.\n\n### What is Palm Reading or Palmistry?\n\nThe art of palm reading, commonly referred to as palmistry, is based on the\nidea that you can tell someone's future based on the imprints and markings\nfound on the palm of their hands. Lines on the palm may either be large and\nthick, or thin and small. Mounts, markings and how the lines cross or interact\nwith one another on both of the hands are considered when reading a palm. In\nsome cases characteristics of the arm, fingers and nails will also be\nconsidered when determining the future and characteristics of the person whose\npalm is being read.\n\n### Palm Reading Guide: How to Read\n\n#### Which Hand to Use\n\nThe first step in palm reading is determining which hand should be used. In\nmany cases both hands will be read, but different age and gender groups should\nhave different hands used as their primary reading source. The left hand, or\nthe \"born to be\" hand represents characteristics that were inherent to the\nperson from birth. The right hand, or the \"grown to be\" hand will represent\nthe status and achievements that are earned as people grow and gain their\nindependence. The right and left hands also represent Ying and Yang,\nrespectively.\n\n * Men who are less than 30 years old should have the left hand used as their primary hand, while the right hand will be used as a supplementary hand for additional information.\n * A man over 30 should use the exact opposite of this method. This is because as a young man, you will be more influenced by your parents, upbringing and heritage, while as an adult you are more independent and things such as health, social status and outside relationships tend to have more value.\n * Women under 30 should use the right hand as their primary hand due to its association with Ying, and should switch to using the left hand as their primary reading hand once they age past 30.\n\n#### Identifying Major Lines\n\nOnce you have selected the proper hand to use, it is time to start identifying\nthe major lines which affect the reading.\n\nHeart line - The first to locate is the heart line. This line is near the top\nof the palm and extends from the index finger and can extend through the\npinkie. If the line is long that implies a steady love life, while shorter\nlines imply that this person may fall in love easily or may be a bit less\ninterested in romance. If the line is curvy then this person may have many\ndifferent relationships or express their feelings more openly, while a\nstraight line implies that this person is more likely to keep their head in\nromantic situations. Breaks or circles in the line signify emotional trauma.\n\nHead line - The head line, which runs horizontally through the center of the\npalm represents this person's thinking style. Curved lines represent people\nwho are more creative or spontaneous while a straight line implies that this\nperson is more straightforward. If this line does not touch the life line it\nimplies that this person is adventurous. Breaks in the head line show\ninconsistencies and doughnuts or crosses imply emotional crises that the\nperson has suffered.\n\nLife line - The next major line down in palm reading guide, starting near the\nthumb and curving in an arc is the life line. Many palm readers consider this\none of the most important line on the hand. This line reflects health, major\nlife changes or the person's well-being. The depth of this line implies\nvitality, while shallow lines imply that this person can be easily\nmanipulated. In some cases, a person will have multiple life lines which\nimplies that they are especially vital. Breaks in the line imply sudden\nchanges in lifestyle while circles imply major injuries or illnesses. Swoops\nor a semicircle on the fate line shows the enthusiasm and strength the person\nlends to their life.\n\nFate line - The final major line is the fate line, which represents items that\nare beyond the person's control. This line is more vertical and cuts through\nthe center of the palm. If this line is deep this person is strongly\ncontrolled by their fate, while a lighter line implies that they have more\nfreedom. Many breaks in this line imply that the person's life is often\nchanged by external forces, but if the line joins the life line this implies\nthat the person set their aspirations and goals very early on. If this line\nhits the life line in the center this signifies a point where the person must\nsurrender to the will of others. However, if it starts at the base of the\nthumb and completely crosses the life line this shows that this person is\nstrongly supported by their friends and family.\n\nHope this palm reading guide help you understand the art better and you can\nget started reading your palms or others!\n\n## Recommended:\n\n## How to Live in the Moment\n\nChange your attitudes towards life, smile more and be grateful to live in the\nmoment and enjoy a healthy and satisfied life. 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Most researchers believe that this is because the ring finger’s length indicates prenatal testosterone exposure, which is known to have a lasting influence. Compared with a man who has a shorter ring finger, a man whose ring finger is longer than his index finger is likely to have a more attractive face [1], greater athletic talent [2], a longer penis [3], and—perhaps not coincidentally—more children [4]. A male whose index fingers are longer, meanwhile, is more prone to schizophrenia [5] and early heart disease [6]. Then again, he is less likely to be autistic [7] or to have ADHD [8]. Digit ratio may even reveal something about a person’s propensity for self-control: research inspired by the famous “marshmallow study”—which measured preschoolers’ ability to delay gratification—found that kids with longer index than ring fingers were more likely to resist temptation [9].","You may have heard that the more symmetrical a person’s face and body are, the more attractive he is considered to be, perhaps because symmetry suggests good genes. And indeed, matching hands bode well: A man whose left and right fingers match up is apt to have faster and more plentiful sperm than one whose fingers don’t match [10]. Another study found that men with mismatched hands reported being depressed more frequently [11].","The lines on hands may also provide clues about early development. It’s well known that people with Down syndrome and people with fetal alcohol syndrome, as well as children of women who had measles while pregnant, are more likely than other people to have a “simian crease,” a horizontal line stretching from one edge of the palm to the other. In addition, although the overall research is not conclusive, some studies suggest that abnormal fingerprint patterns, such as those with a higher-than-average number of certain whorls, arches, or ridges, appear disproportionately among people with schizophrenia [12] and people who develop diabetes in middle age [13], possibly signaling a gestational disruption such as maternal illness. And males are more likely to have abnormal fingerprint patterns than females are—perhaps, researchers have suggested, because male embryos are more vulnerable to environmental influences [14].","Speaking of fingerprints, one study found that people who consume large amounts of salt and preservatives leave sweatier, saltier prints that are more likely to corrode certain metals, and thus are easier for detectives to pick up off, say, a bullet [15]. For lawbreakers who love junk food, this finding may be the most predictive of all—at least when it comes to where they will be living for the next five to 10 years."]},"parsed_md":"Palm Reading Is Real? - The Atlantic\n\n# Palm Reading Is Real?\n\nHow your hands actually predict your future\n\nBy Eleanor Smith\n\nJeong Suh / Bryan Christie Design\n\nJuly/August 2015 Issue\n\nFor thousands of years, palm readers have examined hands in order to predict\nthe future. As it turns out, they may not have been entirely off base: the\nhuman hand contains a wealth of information. Because a baby’s hands form early\nin gestation, researchers like to say that they amount to a “fossilized\nrecord” of early development, one that may provide insight into future well-\nbeing.\n\nFor example, hundreds of studies have shown that the ratio of index-finger to\nring-finger length correlates with many traits. Most researchers believe that\nthis is because the ring finger’s length indicates prenatal testosterone\nexposure, which is known to have a lasting influence. Compared with a man who\nhas a shorter ring finger, a man whose ring finger is longer than his index\nfinger is likely to have a more attractive face [1], greater athletic talent\n[2], a longer penis [3], and—perhaps not coincidentally—more children [4]. A\nmale whose index fingers are longer, meanwhile, is more prone to schizophrenia\n[5] and early heart disease [6]. Then again, he is less likely to be autistic\n[7] or to have ADHD [8]. Digit ratio may even reveal something about a\nperson’s propensity for self-control: research inspired by the famous\n“marshmallow study”—which measured preschoolers’ ability to delay\ngratification—found that kids with longer index than ring fingers were more\nlikely to resist temptation [9].\n\nYou may have heard that the more symmetrical a person’s face and body are, the\nmore attractive he is considered to be, perhaps because symmetry suggests good\ngenes. And indeed, matching hands bode well: A man whose left and right\nfingers match up is apt to have faster and more plentiful sperm than one whose\nfingers don’t match [10]. Another study found that men with mismatched hands\nreported being depressed more frequently [11].\n\nThe lines on hands may also provide clues about early development. It’s well\nknown that people with Down syndrome and people with fetal alcohol syndrome,\nas well as children of women who had measles while pregnant, are more likely\nthan other people to have a “simian crease,” a horizontal line stretching from\none edge of the palm to the other. In addition, although the overall research\nis not conclusive, some studies suggest that abnormal fingerprint patterns,\nsuch as those with a higher-than-average number of certain whorls, arches, or\nridges, appear disproportionately among people with schizophrenia [12] and\npeople who develop diabetes in middle age [13], possibly signaling a\ngestational disruption such as maternal illness. And males are more likely to\nhave abnormal fingerprint patterns than females are—perhaps, researchers have\nsuggested, because male embryos are more vulnerable to environmental\ninfluences [14].\n\nSpeaking of fingerprints, one study found that people who consume large\namounts of salt and preservatives leave sweatier, saltier prints that are more\nlikely to corrode certain metals, and thus are easier for detectives to pick\nup off, say, a bullet [15]. For lawbreakers who love junk food, this finding\nmay be the most predictive of all—at least when it comes to where they will be\nliving for the next five to 10 years.\n\n### The Studies:\n\n[1] Ferdenzi et al., “Digit Ratio (2D:4D) Predicts Facial, but Not Voice or\nBody Odour, Attractiveness in Men” (Proceedings of the Royal Society B, April\n2011)\n\n[2] Giffin et al., “Varsity Athletes Have Lower 2D:4D Ratios Than Other\nUniversity Students” (Journal of Sports Sciences, Dec. 2011)\n\n[3] Choi et al., “Second to Fourth Digit Ratio” (Asian Journal of Andrology,\nJuly 2011)\n\n[4] Klimek et al., “Digit Ratio (2D:4D) as an Indicator of Body Size,\nTestosterone Concentration and Number of Children in Human Males” (Annals of\nHuman Biology, April 2014)\n\n[5] Collinson et al., “Increased Ratio of 2nd to 4th Digit (2D:4D) in\nSchizophrenia” (Psychiatry Research, Aug. 2009)\n\n[6] Wu et al., “The Ratio of Second to Fourth Digit Length (2D:4D) and\nCoronary Artery Disease in a Han Chinese Population” (International Journal of\nMedical Sciences, Sept. 2013)\n\n[7] Manning et al., “The 2nd to 4th Digit Ratio and Autism” (Developmental\nMedicine and Child Neurology, March 2001)\n\n[8] Martel et al., “Masculinized Finger-Length Ratios of Boys, but Not Girls,\nAre Associated With Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder” (Behavioral\nNeuroscience, April 2008)\n\n[9] Da Silva et al., “2D:4D Digit Ratio Predicts Delay of Gratification in\nPreschoolers” (plos One, Dec. 2014)\n\n[10] Manning et al., “Developmental Stability, Ejaculate Size, and Sperm\nQuality in Men” (Evolution & Human Behavior, May 1998)\n\n[11] Martin et al., “Fluctuating Asymmetry, Relative Digit Length, and\nDepression in Men” (EHB, March 1999)\n\n[12] Sivkov et al., “Dermatoglyphics in Schizophrenia” (Folia Medica, Feb.\n1998)\n\n[13] Kahn et al., “A Fingerprint Marker From Early Gestation Associated With\nDiabetes in Middle Age” (International Journal of Epidemiology, Aug. 2008)\n\n[14] Ahmed-Popova et al., “Dermatoglyphics—A Possible Biomarker in the\nNeurodevelopmental Model for the Origin of Mental Disorders” (Folia Medica,\nApril 2014)\n\n[15] Meekins et al., “Effect of Chloride Ion Concentration on the Galvanic\nCorrosion of Phase Brass by Eccrine Sweat” (Forensic Sciences, July 2012)\n\n"},{"original_url":"http://palmreadingguidelines.com/palm-reading/palm-reading-life-line.htm","archive_url":"http://web.archive.org/web/20210414113837/http://palmreadingguidelines.com/palm-reading/palm-reading-life-line.htm","parsed_text":{"title":"Life Line: Line of life in Palm Reading & Palmistry!","passages":["The classic association between the length of the life line and longevity finds it's origins in Hindu palmistry: the Indians call the line of life the pithru or gotha rekha. However, scientific studies have indicated that the link between the lenght of the line of life and longivity is rather weak.","In 1974 American researchers (M.E. Wilson & L.E. Mather) presented a study which reports: \"lack of correlation between length of life line and age of death\"; however, in 1990 British researchers presented a study which reports regarding the length of the life line: \"a strong statistical correlation, particularly for the right hand, and age at death\". Now, what is the scientific truth behind these finds?","First of all, it is important to notice that many palm readers & hand analysts today make statements which debunk the classic theory which suggests that longevity can be read from the length of the life line. And even in the palmistry literature reports have been made regarding the fact that many people who die young often happen to have a long life line, and short life lines have been noticed among those who died at high age.","Combining this (modern) observation with the fact that variations in the palmar lines have been recognized to represent minor physical anomalies, one can understand how the statistical link between short life lines and short longevity basically represents just a sensible manifestation of how biology works:","Palm Reading the 6 major lines. The book 'Anthroplogy of Crease Morphogenesis' (R.S. Bali, 1994) describes how the palmar lines & palmisty have been perceived to represent synonymous relationship and how the stigma of fortune- telling has debarred the hand lines from scientific courts.","In the fields of palm reading & palmistry six lines are recognized to represent the major palmar lines (or palm creases), and the life line represents one of them. However, in the scientific perspective only the first four are recognized to represent 'primary creases' because of their embryonic nature + their pre-ordained shape and position.","Palm reading/palmistry: analysing your marriage line. Much has been written about the life line; however, even the start- and end points have been disputed. Generally, the starting point of the life line is perceived to be found at it's radial termination (between the thumb and the index finger). This is also confirmed by embryologic studies which have pointed out that the life line (= thenar crease) starts developing in the 7th week of pregnancy above the upper thenar; later the line usually progresses into the palm curving around the mount of venus (= thenar eminence).","Palm reading marriage line: 9 variations! While processing the info presented above, please be aware that many concepts & theories for the 'life line' have been proposed inside the palm reading & palmistry literature. Unfortunately few of these concepts have been widely adopted, and far most of them have never been tested independently!","According Multi-Perspective Palm Reading it is likely unrealistic to expect that a reliable assessment for anything at all can be made with just a single feature of the hand: other perspectives of the hand really need to get involved as well!","Palm Reading life line: hand lines - Palm Reading Life line: thenar crease - Palm Reading life line: age calculation"]},"parsed_md":"PALM READING - Life Line: Line of life in Palm Reading & Palmistry!\n\n| | |\n\n * Palm Reading Guide\n * Palm Reading Lines\n * Life Line Palm Reading\n * Palm Reading Online\n * Marriage Line Palm Reading\n\n \n \n--- \n \nLife Line Palm Reading: Line of Life!\n\nMORE HAND READING:\n\n• Palm Reading Guide • Palm Reading Lines\n\n|\n\nPALM READING & THE LIFE LINE:\n\n\\- DISCOVER THE SCIENTIFIC TRUTH ABOUT LONGIVITY & THE LIFE LINE! -\n\n\\- Life Line Palm Reading: -\n\nDOES THE LENGTH OF THE LIFE LINE PREDICT LONGEVITY?\n\n|\n\nThe classic association between the length of the life line and longevity\nfinds it's origins in Hindu palmistry: the Indians call the line of life the\npithru or gotha rekha. However, scientific studies have indicated that the\nlink between the lenght of the line of life and longivity is rather weak.\n\nIn 1974 American researchers (M.E. Wilson & L.E. Mather) presented a study\nwhich reports: \"lack of correlation between length of life line and age of\ndeath\"; however, in 1990 British researchers presented a study which reports\nregarding the length of the life line: \"a strong statistical correlation,\nparticularly for the right hand, and age at death\". Now, what is the\nscientific truth behind these finds?\n\nFirst of all, it is important to notice that many palm readers & hand analysts\ntoday make statements which debunk the classic theory which suggests that\nlongevity can be read from the length of the life line. And even in the\npalmistry literature reports have been made regarding the fact that many\npeople who die young often happen to have a long life line, and short life\nlines have been noticed among those who died at high age.\n\nCombining this (modern) observation with the fact that variations in the\npalmar lines have been recognized to represent minor physical anomalies, one\ncan understand how the statistical link between short life lines and short\nlongevity basically represents just a sensible manifestation of how biology\nworks:\n\n\"Structure is the intimate expression of function\"\n\nJohn Hunter, Scottish surgeon [1728-1793]\n\nPalm reading life line & longevity data report (unknown source).\n\nPalm Reading the 6 major lines. The book 'Anthroplogy of Crease Morphogenesis'\n(R.S. Bali, 1994) describes how the palmar lines & palmisty have been\nperceived to represent synonymous relationship and how the stigma of fortune-\ntelling has debarred the hand lines from scientific courts.\n\nIn the fields of palm reading & palmistry six lines are recognized to\nrepresent the major palmar lines (or palm creases), and the life line\nrepresents one of them. However, in the scientific perspective only the first\nfour are recognized to represent 'primary creases' because of their embryonic\nnature + their pre-ordained shape and position.\n\nPalm reading/palmistry: analysing your marriage line. Much has been written\nabout the life line; however, even the start- and end points have been\ndisputed. Generally, the starting point of the life line is perceived to be\nfound at it's radial termination (between the thumb and the index finger).\nThis is also confirmed by embryologic studies which have pointed out that the\nlife line (= thenar crease) starts developing in the 7th week of pregnancy\nabove the upper thenar; later the line usually progresses into the palm\ncurving around the mount of venus (= thenar eminence).\n\nThe picture below describes some classic life line variations taken from the\npalm reading & palmistry literature.\n\nPalm reading marriage line: 9 variations! While processing the info presented\nabove, please be aware that many concepts & theories for the 'life line' have\nbeen proposed inside the palm reading & palmistry literature. Unfortunately\nfew of these concepts have been widely adopted, and far most of them have\nnever been tested independently!\n\nAccording Multi-Perspective Palm Reading it is likely unrealistic to expect\nthat a reliable assessment for anything at all can be made with just a single\nfeature of the hand: other perspectives of the hand really need to get\ninvolved as well!\n\nPalm Reading Life lines synonyms:\n\nline of life - longevity line - vitality line - major earth line thenar crease\n- radial longitudinal crease \n \n--- \n \nPalm Reading Guide Discover Palm Reading & Palmistry!\n\nPalm Reading Lines What are the major lines in Palm Reading & Palmistry?\n\nPalm Reading Online Explore the major principle in Palm Reading & Palmistry!\n\nPalm Reading Life Line The life line plays a major role in Palm Reading!\n\nPalm Reading Marriage Line The scientific truth about relationship lines &\nlove lines! \n \n--- \n \n\\- More Palm Reading Relationship Lines & Children lines -\n\n(large versions)\n\nPalm Reading life line: hand lines - Palm Reading Life line: thenar crease -\nPalm Reading life line: age calculation \n \nCOPYRIGHT © 2014 Martijn van Mensvoort, MSc. in 'Clinical & Health Psychology'\n(The Netherlands) \n \n---\n\n"}],"string":"[\n {\n \"original_url\": \"https://www.md-health.com/Palm-Reading-Guide.html\",\n \"archive_url\": \"http://web.archive.org/web/20210303112347/https://www.md-health.com/Palm-Reading-Guide.html\",\n \"parsed_text\": {\n \"title\": \"A Detailed Guide to Palm Reading\",\n \"passages\": [\n \"Palm reading, palmistry or chiromancy is a popular art in Asia, though its popularity has grown in other parts of the world over the years. A person's hands are imprinted with many of these markings from birth while others appear as the hands grow and change, so in many cases palm reading focuses more on how these lines interact rather than what the lines look like. These relationships can be used to determine health, mental, emotional and physical characteristics which can have an impact on the person whose palm is being read.\",\n \"The art of palm reading, commonly referred to as palmistry, is based on the idea that you can tell someone's future based on the imprints and markings found on the palm of their hands. Lines on the palm may either be large and thick, or thin and small. Mounts, markings and how the lines cross or interact with one another on both of the hands are considered when reading a palm. In some cases characteristics of the arm, fingers and nails will also be considered when determining the future and characteristics of the person whose palm is being read.\",\n \"The first step in palm reading is determining which hand should be used. In many cases both hands will be read, but different age and gender groups should have different hands used as their primary reading source. The left hand, or the \\\"born to be\\\" hand represents characteristics that were inherent to the person from birth. The right hand, or the \\\"grown to be\\\" hand will represent the status and achievements that are earned as people grow and gain their independence. The right and left hands also represent Ying and Yang, respectively.\",\n \"Men who are less than 30 years old should have the left hand used as their primary hand, while the right hand will be used as a supplementary hand for additional information.\",\n \"A man over 30 should use the exact opposite of this method. This is because as a young man, you will be more influenced by your parents, upbringing and heritage, while as an adult you are more independent and things such as health, social status and outside relationships tend to have more value.\",\n \"Women under 30 should use the right hand as their primary hand due to its association with Ying, and should switch to using the left hand as their primary reading hand once they age past 30.\",\n \"Once you have selected the proper hand to use, it is time to start identifying the major lines which affect the reading.\",\n \"Heart line - The first to locate is the heart line. This line is near the top of the palm and extends from the index finger and can extend through the pinkie. If the line is long that implies a steady love life, while shorter lines imply that this person may fall in love easily or may be a bit less interested in romance. If the line is curvy then this person may have many different relationships or express their feelings more openly, while a straight line implies that this person is more likely to keep their head in romantic situations. Breaks or circles in the line signify emotional trauma.\",\n \"Head line - The head line, which runs horizontally through the center of the palm represents this person's thinking style. Curved lines represent people who are more creative or spontaneous while a straight line implies that this person is more straightforward. If this line does not touch the life line it implies that this person is adventurous. Breaks in the head line show inconsistencies and doughnuts or crosses imply emotional crises that the person has suffered.\",\n \"Life line - The next major line down in palm reading guide, starting near the thumb and curving in an arc is the life line. Many palm readers consider this one of the most important line on the hand. This line reflects health, major life changes or the person's well-being. The depth of this line implies vitality, while shallow lines imply that this person can be easily manipulated. In some cases, a person will have multiple life lines which implies that they are especially vital. Breaks in the line imply sudden changes in lifestyle while circles imply major injuries or illnesses. Swoops or a semicircle on the fate line shows the enthusiasm and strength the person lends to their life.\",\n \"Fate line - The final major line is the fate line, which represents items that are beyond the person's control. This line is more vertical and cuts through the center of the palm. If this line is deep this person is strongly controlled by their fate, while a lighter line implies that they have more freedom. Many breaks in this line imply that the person's life is often changed by external forces, but if the line joins the life line this implies that the person set their aspirations and goals very early on. If this line hits the life line in the center this signifies a point where the person must surrender to the will of others. However, if it starts at the base of the thumb and completely crosses the life line this shows that this person is strongly supported by their friends and family.\",\n \"Hope this palm reading guide help you understand the art better and you can get started reading your palms or others!\",\n \"Change your attitudes towards life, smile more and be grateful to live in the moment and enjoy a healthy and satisfied life. Remember: All is well!\"\n ]\n },\n \"parsed_md\": \"A Detailed Guide to Palm Reading | MD-Health.com\\n\\nBetter Health Information from Doctors.\\n\\nAbout Us\\n\\n * Drugs & Supplements\\n * Exercise & Fitness\\n * Diet & Nutrition\\n * Women's Health\\n * Blood Health\\n * Ebola\\n\\n * Home >\\n * Funny Lives >\\n * A Detailed Guide to Palm Reading\\n\\n# A Detailed Guide to Palm Reading\\n\\n## Palm reading is an ancient art. Palm reading guide compares the lines,\\npatterns and formations across the hands to make judgments about the person's\\nfuture or general nature.\\n\\nPalm reading, palmistry or chiromancy is a popular art in Asia, though its\\npopularity has grown in other parts of the world over the years. A person's\\nhands are imprinted with many of these markings from birth while others appear\\nas the hands grow and change, so in many cases palm reading focuses more on\\nhow these lines interact rather than what the lines look like. These\\nrelationships can be used to determine health, mental, emotional and physical\\ncharacteristics which can have an impact on the person whose palm is being\\nread.\\n\\n### What is Palm Reading or Palmistry?\\n\\nThe art of palm reading, commonly referred to as palmistry, is based on the\\nidea that you can tell someone's future based on the imprints and markings\\nfound on the palm of their hands. Lines on the palm may either be large and\\nthick, or thin and small. Mounts, markings and how the lines cross or interact\\nwith one another on both of the hands are considered when reading a palm. In\\nsome cases characteristics of the arm, fingers and nails will also be\\nconsidered when determining the future and characteristics of the person whose\\npalm is being read.\\n\\n### Palm Reading Guide: How to Read\\n\\n#### Which Hand to Use\\n\\nThe first step in palm reading is determining which hand should be used. In\\nmany cases both hands will be read, but different age and gender groups should\\nhave different hands used as their primary reading source. The left hand, or\\nthe \\\"born to be\\\" hand represents characteristics that were inherent to the\\nperson from birth. The right hand, or the \\\"grown to be\\\" hand will represent\\nthe status and achievements that are earned as people grow and gain their\\nindependence. The right and left hands also represent Ying and Yang,\\nrespectively.\\n\\n * Men who are less than 30 years old should have the left hand used as their primary hand, while the right hand will be used as a supplementary hand for additional information.\\n * A man over 30 should use the exact opposite of this method. This is because as a young man, you will be more influenced by your parents, upbringing and heritage, while as an adult you are more independent and things such as health, social status and outside relationships tend to have more value.\\n * Women under 30 should use the right hand as their primary hand due to its association with Ying, and should switch to using the left hand as their primary reading hand once they age past 30.\\n\\n#### Identifying Major Lines\\n\\nOnce you have selected the proper hand to use, it is time to start identifying\\nthe major lines which affect the reading.\\n\\nHeart line - The first to locate is the heart line. This line is near the top\\nof the palm and extends from the index finger and can extend through the\\npinkie. If the line is long that implies a steady love life, while shorter\\nlines imply that this person may fall in love easily or may be a bit less\\ninterested in romance. If the line is curvy then this person may have many\\ndifferent relationships or express their feelings more openly, while a\\nstraight line implies that this person is more likely to keep their head in\\nromantic situations. Breaks or circles in the line signify emotional trauma.\\n\\nHead line - The head line, which runs horizontally through the center of the\\npalm represents this person's thinking style. Curved lines represent people\\nwho are more creative or spontaneous while a straight line implies that this\\nperson is more straightforward. If this line does not touch the life line it\\nimplies that this person is adventurous. Breaks in the head line show\\ninconsistencies and doughnuts or crosses imply emotional crises that the\\nperson has suffered.\\n\\nLife line - The next major line down in palm reading guide, starting near the\\nthumb and curving in an arc is the life line. Many palm readers consider this\\none of the most important line on the hand. This line reflects health, major\\nlife changes or the person's well-being. The depth of this line implies\\nvitality, while shallow lines imply that this person can be easily\\nmanipulated. In some cases, a person will have multiple life lines which\\nimplies that they are especially vital. Breaks in the line imply sudden\\nchanges in lifestyle while circles imply major injuries or illnesses. Swoops\\nor a semicircle on the fate line shows the enthusiasm and strength the person\\nlends to their life.\\n\\nFate line - The final major line is the fate line, which represents items that\\nare beyond the person's control. This line is more vertical and cuts through\\nthe center of the palm. If this line is deep this person is strongly\\ncontrolled by their fate, while a lighter line implies that they have more\\nfreedom. Many breaks in this line imply that the person's life is often\\nchanged by external forces, but if the line joins the life line this implies\\nthat the person set their aspirations and goals very early on. If this line\\nhits the life line in the center this signifies a point where the person must\\nsurrender to the will of others. However, if it starts at the base of the\\nthumb and completely crosses the life line this shows that this person is\\nstrongly supported by their friends and family.\\n\\nHope this palm reading guide help you understand the art better and you can\\nget started reading your palms or others!\\n\\n## Recommended:\\n\\n## How to Live in the Moment\\n\\nChange your attitudes towards life, smile more and be grateful to live in the\\nmoment and enjoy a healthy and satisfied life. 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Last Updated 03 March, 2021.\\n\\nCurrent time: 03/03/2021 06:23:47 am (America/New_York) Memory usage:\\n1521.24KB\\n\\n\"\n },\n {\n \"original_url\": \"https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2015/07/palm-reading/395288/\",\n \"archive_url\": \"http://web.archive.org/web/20210817191905/https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2015/07/palm-reading/395288/\",\n \"parsed_text\": {\n \"title\": \"Palm Reading Is Real?\",\n \"passages\": [\n \"For thousands of years, palm readers have examined hands in order to predict the future. As it turns out, they may not have been entirely off base: the human hand contains a wealth of information. Because a baby’s hands form early in gestation, researchers like to say that they amount to a “fossilized record” of early development, one that may provide insight into future well- being.\",\n \"For example, hundreds of studies have shown that the ratio of index-finger to ring-finger length correlates with many traits. Most researchers believe that this is because the ring finger’s length indicates prenatal testosterone exposure, which is known to have a lasting influence. Compared with a man who has a shorter ring finger, a man whose ring finger is longer than his index finger is likely to have a more attractive face [1], greater athletic talent [2], a longer penis [3], and—perhaps not coincidentally—more children [4]. A male whose index fingers are longer, meanwhile, is more prone to schizophrenia [5] and early heart disease [6]. Then again, he is less likely to be autistic [7] or to have ADHD [8]. Digit ratio may even reveal something about a person’s propensity for self-control: research inspired by the famous “marshmallow study”—which measured preschoolers’ ability to delay gratification—found that kids with longer index than ring fingers were more likely to resist temptation [9].\",\n \"You may have heard that the more symmetrical a person’s face and body are, the more attractive he is considered to be, perhaps because symmetry suggests good genes. And indeed, matching hands bode well: A man whose left and right fingers match up is apt to have faster and more plentiful sperm than one whose fingers don’t match [10]. Another study found that men with mismatched hands reported being depressed more frequently [11].\",\n \"The lines on hands may also provide clues about early development. It’s well known that people with Down syndrome and people with fetal alcohol syndrome, as well as children of women who had measles while pregnant, are more likely than other people to have a “simian crease,” a horizontal line stretching from one edge of the palm to the other. In addition, although the overall research is not conclusive, some studies suggest that abnormal fingerprint patterns, such as those with a higher-than-average number of certain whorls, arches, or ridges, appear disproportionately among people with schizophrenia [12] and people who develop diabetes in middle age [13], possibly signaling a gestational disruption such as maternal illness. And males are more likely to have abnormal fingerprint patterns than females are—perhaps, researchers have suggested, because male embryos are more vulnerable to environmental influences [14].\",\n \"Speaking of fingerprints, one study found that people who consume large amounts of salt and preservatives leave sweatier, saltier prints that are more likely to corrode certain metals, and thus are easier for detectives to pick up off, say, a bullet [15]. For lawbreakers who love junk food, this finding may be the most predictive of all—at least when it comes to where they will be living for the next five to 10 years.\"\n ]\n },\n \"parsed_md\": \"Palm Reading Is Real? - The Atlantic\\n\\n# Palm Reading Is Real?\\n\\nHow your hands actually predict your future\\n\\nBy Eleanor Smith\\n\\nJeong Suh / Bryan Christie Design\\n\\nJuly/August 2015 Issue\\n\\nFor thousands of years, palm readers have examined hands in order to predict\\nthe future. As it turns out, they may not have been entirely off base: the\\nhuman hand contains a wealth of information. Because a baby’s hands form early\\nin gestation, researchers like to say that they amount to a “fossilized\\nrecord” of early development, one that may provide insight into future well-\\nbeing.\\n\\nFor example, hundreds of studies have shown that the ratio of index-finger to\\nring-finger length correlates with many traits. Most researchers believe that\\nthis is because the ring finger’s length indicates prenatal testosterone\\nexposure, which is known to have a lasting influence. Compared with a man who\\nhas a shorter ring finger, a man whose ring finger is longer than his index\\nfinger is likely to have a more attractive face [1], greater athletic talent\\n[2], a longer penis [3], and—perhaps not coincidentally—more children [4]. A\\nmale whose index fingers are longer, meanwhile, is more prone to schizophrenia\\n[5] and early heart disease [6]. Then again, he is less likely to be autistic\\n[7] or to have ADHD [8]. Digit ratio may even reveal something about a\\nperson’s propensity for self-control: research inspired by the famous\\n“marshmallow study”—which measured preschoolers’ ability to delay\\ngratification—found that kids with longer index than ring fingers were more\\nlikely to resist temptation [9].\\n\\nYou may have heard that the more symmetrical a person’s face and body are, the\\nmore attractive he is considered to be, perhaps because symmetry suggests good\\ngenes. And indeed, matching hands bode well: A man whose left and right\\nfingers match up is apt to have faster and more plentiful sperm than one whose\\nfingers don’t match [10]. Another study found that men with mismatched hands\\nreported being depressed more frequently [11].\\n\\nThe lines on hands may also provide clues about early development. It’s well\\nknown that people with Down syndrome and people with fetal alcohol syndrome,\\nas well as children of women who had measles while pregnant, are more likely\\nthan other people to have a “simian crease,” a horizontal line stretching from\\none edge of the palm to the other. In addition, although the overall research\\nis not conclusive, some studies suggest that abnormal fingerprint patterns,\\nsuch as those with a higher-than-average number of certain whorls, arches, or\\nridges, appear disproportionately among people with schizophrenia [12] and\\npeople who develop diabetes in middle age [13], possibly signaling a\\ngestational disruption such as maternal illness. And males are more likely to\\nhave abnormal fingerprint patterns than females are—perhaps, researchers have\\nsuggested, because male embryos are more vulnerable to environmental\\ninfluences [14].\\n\\nSpeaking of fingerprints, one study found that people who consume large\\namounts of salt and preservatives leave sweatier, saltier prints that are more\\nlikely to corrode certain metals, and thus are easier for detectives to pick\\nup off, say, a bullet [15]. For lawbreakers who love junk food, this finding\\nmay be the most predictive of all—at least when it comes to where they will be\\nliving for the next five to 10 years.\\n\\n### The Studies:\\n\\n[1] Ferdenzi et al., “Digit Ratio (2D:4D) Predicts Facial, but Not Voice or\\nBody Odour, Attractiveness in Men” (Proceedings of the Royal Society B, April\\n2011)\\n\\n[2] Giffin et al., “Varsity Athletes Have Lower 2D:4D Ratios Than Other\\nUniversity Students” (Journal of Sports Sciences, Dec. 2011)\\n\\n[3] Choi et al., “Second to Fourth Digit Ratio” (Asian Journal of Andrology,\\nJuly 2011)\\n\\n[4] Klimek et al., “Digit Ratio (2D:4D) as an Indicator of Body Size,\\nTestosterone Concentration and Number of Children in Human Males” (Annals of\\nHuman Biology, April 2014)\\n\\n[5] Collinson et al., “Increased Ratio of 2nd to 4th Digit (2D:4D) in\\nSchizophrenia” (Psychiatry Research, Aug. 2009)\\n\\n[6] Wu et al., “The Ratio of Second to Fourth Digit Length (2D:4D) and\\nCoronary Artery Disease in a Han Chinese Population” (International Journal of\\nMedical Sciences, Sept. 2013)\\n\\n[7] Manning et al., “The 2nd to 4th Digit Ratio and Autism” (Developmental\\nMedicine and Child Neurology, March 2001)\\n\\n[8] Martel et al., “Masculinized Finger-Length Ratios of Boys, but Not Girls,\\nAre Associated With Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder” (Behavioral\\nNeuroscience, April 2008)\\n\\n[9] Da Silva et al., “2D:4D Digit Ratio Predicts Delay of Gratification in\\nPreschoolers” (plos One, Dec. 2014)\\n\\n[10] Manning et al., “Developmental Stability, Ejaculate Size, and Sperm\\nQuality in Men” (Evolution & Human Behavior, May 1998)\\n\\n[11] Martin et al., “Fluctuating Asymmetry, Relative Digit Length, and\\nDepression in Men” (EHB, March 1999)\\n\\n[12] Sivkov et al., “Dermatoglyphics in Schizophrenia” (Folia Medica, Feb.\\n1998)\\n\\n[13] Kahn et al., “A Fingerprint Marker From Early Gestation Associated With\\nDiabetes in Middle Age” (International Journal of Epidemiology, Aug. 2008)\\n\\n[14] Ahmed-Popova et al., “Dermatoglyphics—A Possible Biomarker in the\\nNeurodevelopmental Model for the Origin of Mental Disorders” (Folia Medica,\\nApril 2014)\\n\\n[15] Meekins et al., “Effect of Chloride Ion Concentration on the Galvanic\\nCorrosion of Phase Brass by Eccrine Sweat” (Forensic Sciences, July 2012)\\n\\n\"\n },\n {\n \"original_url\": \"http://palmreadingguidelines.com/palm-reading/palm-reading-life-line.htm\",\n \"archive_url\": \"http://web.archive.org/web/20210414113837/http://palmreadingguidelines.com/palm-reading/palm-reading-life-line.htm\",\n \"parsed_text\": {\n \"title\": \"Life Line: Line of life in Palm Reading & Palmistry!\",\n \"passages\": [\n \"The classic association between the length of the life line and longevity finds it's origins in Hindu palmistry: the Indians call the line of life the pithru or gotha rekha. However, scientific studies have indicated that the link between the lenght of the line of life and longivity is rather weak.\",\n \"In 1974 American researchers (M.E. Wilson & L.E. Mather) presented a study which reports: \\\"lack of correlation between length of life line and age of death\\\"; however, in 1990 British researchers presented a study which reports regarding the length of the life line: \\\"a strong statistical correlation, particularly for the right hand, and age at death\\\". Now, what is the scientific truth behind these finds?\",\n \"First of all, it is important to notice that many palm readers & hand analysts today make statements which debunk the classic theory which suggests that longevity can be read from the length of the life line. And even in the palmistry literature reports have been made regarding the fact that many people who die young often happen to have a long life line, and short life lines have been noticed among those who died at high age.\",\n \"Combining this (modern) observation with the fact that variations in the palmar lines have been recognized to represent minor physical anomalies, one can understand how the statistical link between short life lines and short longevity basically represents just a sensible manifestation of how biology works:\",\n \"Palm Reading the 6 major lines. The book 'Anthroplogy of Crease Morphogenesis' (R.S. Bali, 1994) describes how the palmar lines & palmisty have been perceived to represent synonymous relationship and how the stigma of fortune- telling has debarred the hand lines from scientific courts.\",\n \"In the fields of palm reading & palmistry six lines are recognized to represent the major palmar lines (or palm creases), and the life line represents one of them. However, in the scientific perspective only the first four are recognized to represent 'primary creases' because of their embryonic nature + their pre-ordained shape and position.\",\n \"Palm reading/palmistry: analysing your marriage line. Much has been written about the life line; however, even the start- and end points have been disputed. Generally, the starting point of the life line is perceived to be found at it's radial termination (between the thumb and the index finger). This is also confirmed by embryologic studies which have pointed out that the life line (= thenar crease) starts developing in the 7th week of pregnancy above the upper thenar; later the line usually progresses into the palm curving around the mount of venus (= thenar eminence).\",\n \"Palm reading marriage line: 9 variations! While processing the info presented above, please be aware that many concepts & theories for the 'life line' have been proposed inside the palm reading & palmistry literature. Unfortunately few of these concepts have been widely adopted, and far most of them have never been tested independently!\",\n \"According Multi-Perspective Palm Reading it is likely unrealistic to expect that a reliable assessment for anything at all can be made with just a single feature of the hand: other perspectives of the hand really need to get involved as well!\",\n \"Palm Reading life line: hand lines - Palm Reading Life line: thenar crease - Palm Reading life line: age calculation\"\n ]\n },\n \"parsed_md\": \"PALM READING - Life Line: Line of life in Palm Reading & Palmistry!\\n\\n| | |\\n\\n * Palm Reading Guide\\n * Palm Reading Lines\\n * Life Line Palm Reading\\n * Palm Reading Online\\n * Marriage Line Palm Reading\\n\\n \\n \\n--- \\n \\nLife Line Palm Reading: Line of Life!\\n\\nMORE HAND READING:\\n\\n• Palm Reading Guide • Palm Reading Lines\\n\\n|\\n\\nPALM READING & THE LIFE LINE:\\n\\n\\\\- DISCOVER THE SCIENTIFIC TRUTH ABOUT LONGIVITY & THE LIFE LINE! -\\n\\n\\\\- Life Line Palm Reading: -\\n\\nDOES THE LENGTH OF THE LIFE LINE PREDICT LONGEVITY?\\n\\n|\\n\\nThe classic association between the length of the life line and longevity\\nfinds it's origins in Hindu palmistry: the Indians call the line of life the\\npithru or gotha rekha. However, scientific studies have indicated that the\\nlink between the lenght of the line of life and longivity is rather weak.\\n\\nIn 1974 American researchers (M.E. Wilson & L.E. Mather) presented a study\\nwhich reports: \\\"lack of correlation between length of life line and age of\\ndeath\\\"; however, in 1990 British researchers presented a study which reports\\nregarding the length of the life line: \\\"a strong statistical correlation,\\nparticularly for the right hand, and age at death\\\". Now, what is the\\nscientific truth behind these finds?\\n\\nFirst of all, it is important to notice that many palm readers & hand analysts\\ntoday make statements which debunk the classic theory which suggests that\\nlongevity can be read from the length of the life line. And even in the\\npalmistry literature reports have been made regarding the fact that many\\npeople who die young often happen to have a long life line, and short life\\nlines have been noticed among those who died at high age.\\n\\nCombining this (modern) observation with the fact that variations in the\\npalmar lines have been recognized to represent minor physical anomalies, one\\ncan understand how the statistical link between short life lines and short\\nlongevity basically represents just a sensible manifestation of how biology\\nworks:\\n\\n\\\"Structure is the intimate expression of function\\\"\\n\\nJohn Hunter, Scottish surgeon [1728-1793]\\n\\nPalm reading life line & longevity data report (unknown source).\\n\\nPalm Reading the 6 major lines. The book 'Anthroplogy of Crease Morphogenesis'\\n(R.S. Bali, 1994) describes how the palmar lines & palmisty have been\\nperceived to represent synonymous relationship and how the stigma of fortune-\\ntelling has debarred the hand lines from scientific courts.\\n\\nIn the fields of palm reading & palmistry six lines are recognized to\\nrepresent the major palmar lines (or palm creases), and the life line\\nrepresents one of them. However, in the scientific perspective only the first\\nfour are recognized to represent 'primary creases' because of their embryonic\\nnature + their pre-ordained shape and position.\\n\\nPalm reading/palmistry: analysing your marriage line. Much has been written\\nabout the life line; however, even the start- and end points have been\\ndisputed. Generally, the starting point of the life line is perceived to be\\nfound at it's radial termination (between the thumb and the index finger).\\nThis is also confirmed by embryologic studies which have pointed out that the\\nlife line (= thenar crease) starts developing in the 7th week of pregnancy\\nabove the upper thenar; later the line usually progresses into the palm\\ncurving around the mount of venus (= thenar eminence).\\n\\nThe picture below describes some classic life line variations taken from the\\npalm reading & palmistry literature.\\n\\nPalm reading marriage line: 9 variations! While processing the info presented\\nabove, please be aware that many concepts & theories for the 'life line' have\\nbeen proposed inside the palm reading & palmistry literature. Unfortunately\\nfew of these concepts have been widely adopted, and far most of them have\\nnever been tested independently!\\n\\nAccording Multi-Perspective Palm Reading it is likely unrealistic to expect\\nthat a reliable assessment for anything at all can be made with just a single\\nfeature of the hand: other perspectives of the hand really need to get\\ninvolved as well!\\n\\nPalm Reading Life lines synonyms:\\n\\nline of life - longevity line - vitality line - major earth line thenar crease\\n- radial longitudinal crease \\n \\n--- \\n \\nPalm Reading Guide Discover Palm Reading & Palmistry!\\n\\nPalm Reading Lines What are the major lines in Palm Reading & Palmistry?\\n\\nPalm Reading Online Explore the major principle in Palm Reading & Palmistry!\\n\\nPalm Reading Life Line The life line plays a major role in Palm Reading!\\n\\nPalm Reading Marriage Line The scientific truth about relationship lines &\\nlove lines! \\n \\n--- \\n \\n\\\\- More Palm Reading Relationship Lines & Children lines -\\n\\n(large versions)\\n\\nPalm Reading life line: hand lines - Palm Reading Life line: thenar crease -\\nPalm Reading life line: age calculation \\n \\nCOPYRIGHT © 2014 Martijn van Mensvoort, MSc. in 'Clinical & Health Psychology'\\n(The Netherlands) \\n \\n---\\n\\n\"\n }\n]"}}},{"rowIdx":650,"cells":{"article_id":{"kind":"number","value":10139094,"string":"10,139,094"},"question":{"kind":"string","value":"How To Eat Carrots"},"answer":{"kind":"string","value":"To eat carrots, start by chopping off the green tops and using a vegetable peeler to remove the outer skin. Next, cut them into quarters lengthwise, then horizontally to make easy-to-eat carrot sticks. Then, dip them in hummus or spinach dip for extra flavor. For a richer treat, try peanut butter and carrots for lunchtime snack. You can also add shredded carrots to a salad or your favorite coleslaw to add color, flavor, and health benefits."},"related_document_urls_wayback_snapshots":{"kind":"list like","value":["http://web.archive.org/web/20201202040232/https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/roasted-carrots","http://web.archive.org/web/20150906070012/http://www.fruitsandveggiesmorematters.org/main-recipes?com=2","http://web.archive.org/web/20200805113356/http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/carrot-flax-muffins","http://web.archive.org/web/20200803145555/https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1014107-arugula-and-carrot-salad-with-walnuts-and-cheese","http://web.archive.org/web/20171225135017/http://www.care2.com:80/greenliving/10-reasons-to-eat-more-carrots.html","http://web.archive.org/web/20170912154346/http://www.fruitsandveggiesmorematters.org:80/top-10-ways-to-enjoy-carrots","http://web.archive.org/web/20200809180316/https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/caramelized-carrot-soup"],"string":"[\n \"http://web.archive.org/web/20201202040232/https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/roasted-carrots\",\n \"http://web.archive.org/web/20150906070012/http://www.fruitsandveggiesmorematters.org/main-recipes?com=2\",\n \"http://web.archive.org/web/20200805113356/http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/carrot-flax-muffins\",\n \"http://web.archive.org/web/20200803145555/https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1014107-arugula-and-carrot-salad-with-walnuts-and-cheese\",\n \"http://web.archive.org/web/20171225135017/http://www.care2.com:80/greenliving/10-reasons-to-eat-more-carrots.html\",\n \"http://web.archive.org/web/20170912154346/http://www.fruitsandveggiesmorematters.org:80/top-10-ways-to-enjoy-carrots\",\n \"http://web.archive.org/web/20200809180316/https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/caramelized-carrot-soup\"\n]"},"split":{"kind":"string","value":"train"},"cluster":{"kind":"number","value":2360,"string":"2,360"},"related_documents_content":{"kind":"list like","value":[{"original_url":"https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/roasted-carrots","archive_url":"http://web.archive.org/web/20201202040232/https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/roasted-carrots","parsed_text":{"title":"Roasted Carrots Recipe","passages":["Preheat oven to 450°. Toss carrots, oil, salt, and pepper on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast, tossing occasionally, until tender and browned, 35–45 minutes.","© 2020 Condé Nast. All rights reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement (updated 1/1/20) and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement (updated 1/1/20) and Your California Privacy Rights. Bon Appétit may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Condé Nast. 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Puree the apple and carrots in a food processor and set aside. Line a 6-muffin tin with large paper cups, and set aside.","In a large bowl, mix the flour, flax seed meal, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. In a separate bowl, combine the milk, eggs, and vanilla. Mix well, and slowly pour the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring. When the wet and dry ingredients are combined, add the apple and carrot puree. Gently stir to combine without overmixing.","Using a measuring cup or scoop, evenly divide the batter between the muffin cups. (They will fill nearly all the way to the top, and because these are gluten-free muffins, they aren't going to rise too much.) Sprinkle the flax seeds on top of each muffin. Bake, uncovered, for 20-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the muffin comes out clean. Cool in the muffin tin for 5 to 10 minutes.","Because store-bought flax seed meal lacks the nutritional value of whole flax seeds, it's best to make a fresh, coarse-ground flax seed meal just before you use it. Flax seed meal is easy to make with a with a food processor, clean coffee grinder, or blender. One cup of whole flax seeds yields about 1 2/3 cups of flax seed meal, so leave room for expansion (use any leftover flax seed meal in smoothies or sprinkled on top of cereal or yogurt).","Review Body: What is the measurement for baking powder? It is not in the list of ingredients, but mentioned as an ingredient in the directions.","Food & Wine is part of the Meredith Corporation Allrecipes Food Group. © Copyright 2020 Meredith Corporation. All Rights Reserved. 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Slideshow: More Gluten-Free Recipes\n\n## Ingredients\n\n * 1 medium apple, peeled\n * 2 medium carrots, peeled\n * 1 1/2 cups all-purpose gluten-free flour\n * 1 1/2 cups flax seed meal (See Note)\n * 1 cup brown sugar\n * 2 teaspoons baking soda\n * 2 teaspoons cinnamon\n * 1 teaspoon kosher salt\n * 2 large eggs, lightly beaten\n * 3/4 cup whole milk or unsweetened almond milk\n * 1 teaspoons vanilla extract\n * 1/4 cup whole flax seeds\n\n## How to Make It\n\nStep 1 �?�?�?\n\nPreheat the oven to 350o. Puree the apple and carrots in a food processor and\nset aside. Line a 6-muffin tin with large paper cups, and set aside.\n\nStep 2 �?�?�?\n\nIn a large bowl, mix the flour, flax seed meal, sugar, baking soda, baking\npowder, salt, and cinnamon. In a separate bowl, combine the milk, eggs, and\nvanilla. Mix well, and slowly pour the liquid ingredients into the dry\ningredients, stirring. When the wet and dry ingredients are combined, add the\napple and carrot puree. Gently stir to combine without overmixing.\n\nStep 3 �?�?�?\n\nUsing a measuring cup or scoop, evenly divide the batter between the muffin\ncups. (They will fill nearly all the way to the top, and because these are\ngluten-free muffins, they aren't going to rise too much.) Sprinkle the flax\nseeds on top of each muffin. Bake, uncovered, for 20-30 minutes or until a\ntoothpick inserted in the center of the muffin comes out clean. Cool in the\nmuffin tin for 5 to 10 minutes.\n\n### Make Ahead\n\nMuffins will keep in an airtight container for 3 days.\n\n### Notes\n\nBecause store-bought flax seed meal lacks the nutritional value of whole flax\nseeds, it's best to make a fresh, coarse-ground flax seed meal just before you\nuse it. Flax seed meal is easy to make with a with a food processor, clean\ncoffee grinder, or blender. One cup of whole flax seeds yields about 1 2/3\ncups of flax seed meal, so leave room for expansion (use any leftover flax\nseed meal in smoothies or sprinkled on top of cereal or yogurt).\n\n## You May Like\n\nAdvertisement\n\n## Read More\n\n### Sign Up for The Dish\n\nStay in the know with a daily dose of the best seasonal recipes!\n\nSign Up\n\nAdvertisement\n\nAggregate Rating value: 0\n\nReview Count: 0\n\nWorst Rating: 0\n\nBest Rating: 5\n\nAuthor Name: teriw\n\nReview Body: What is the measurement for baking powder? 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I love the contrast of flavors here — peppery arugula alongside sweet carrots and a nutty dressing.","171 calories; 17 grams fat; 3 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 8 grams monounsaturated fat; 5 grams polyunsaturated fat; 5 grams carbohydrates; 1 gram dietary fiber; 2 grams sugars; 2 grams protein; 159 milligrams sodium;","Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.","In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the lemon juice, vinegars, salt and mustard. Whisk together, and add the garlic. Whisk in the oils.","Advance preparation: You can combine the salad ingredients several hours before serving and refrigerate in a covered bowl. The dressing will also hold for several hours, in or out of the refrigerator.","NYT Cooking is a subscription service of The New York Times. 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I love the contrast of flavors here — peppery arugula alongside sweet\ncarrots and a nutty dressing.\n\nFeatured in: Carrots: Digging Deeper For Fall Flavor.\n\nMore +\n\nSalads And Dressings, Arugula, Carrot, Walnut, Easy, Quick, Healthy, Raw,\nVegetarian\n\n### Ingredients\n\n * 4 cups wild or baby arugula\n * 2 cups grated carrots\n * 2 tablespoons broken walnuts (1/2 ounce)\n * 1⁄4 cup grated Parmesan or crumbled blue cheese (1 ounce)\n * 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon\n\n#### For the dressing\n\n * 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice\n * 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar\n * 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar\n * Salt to taste\n * 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard\n * 1 small garlic clove, pureed or finely minced optional\n * 1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil\n * 2 tablespoons walnut oil\n\n * Nutritional Information\n\n * ##### Nutritional analysis per serving (6 servings)\n\n171 calories; 17 grams fat; 3 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 8 grams\nmonounsaturated fat; 5 grams polyunsaturated fat; 5 grams carbohydrates; 1\ngram dietary fiber; 2 grams sugars; 2 grams protein; 159 milligrams sodium;\n\nNote: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available\ningredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a\nprofessional nutritionist’s advice.\n\nPowered by Edamam\n\n### Preparation\n\n 1. Combine the arugula, carrots, walnuts, cheese and tarragon in a salad bowl.\n 2. In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the lemon juice, vinegars, salt and mustard. Whisk together, and add the garlic. Whisk in the oils.\n 3. Shortly before serving, toss the salad with the dressing.\n\n#### Tip\n\n * Advance preparation: You can combine the salad ingredients several hours before serving and refrigerate in a covered bowl. 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They are also good for your body’s overall health, especially that of the skin, eyes, digestive system and teeth!","1. Beta carotene: Carrots are a rich source of this powerful antioxidant, which, among other vital uses, can be converted into vitamin A in the body to help maintain healthy skin.","2. Digestion: Carrots increase saliva and supply essential minerals, vitamins and enzymes that aid in digestion. Eating carrots regularly may help prevent gastric ulcers and other digestive disorders.","3. Alkaline elements: Carrots are rich in alkaline elements, which purify and revitalize the blood while balancing the acid/alkaline ratio of the body.","4. Potassium: Carrots are a good source of potassium, which can help maintain healthy sodium levels in the body, thereby helping to reduce elevated blood pressure levels.","7. Phytonutrients: Among the many beneficial phytochemicals that carrots contain is a phytonutrient called falcarinol, which may reduce the risk of colon cancer and help promote overall colon health.","9. Fiber: Carrots are high in soluble fiber, which may reduce cholesterol by binding the LDL form (the kind we don’t want) and increasing the HDL form (the kind our body needs) to help reduce blood clots and prevent heart disease.","10. Eyes, hair, nails and more! The nutrients in carrots can improve the health of your eyes, skin, hair, nails and more through helping to detoxify your system and build new cells!","There are plenty more reasons to enjoy these crunchy, sweet root vegetables, so reserve a spot in your garden plot for planting some, or pop down to the local market to pick up a bunch!","Served a friend a lamb stew recently and he pushed all the sliced carrots to the side of his plate. I was horrified because I thought how can anyone not like carrots.","Disclaimer: The views expressed above are solely those of the author and may not reflect those of Care2, Inc., its employees or advertisers."]},"parsed_md":"10 Amazing Health Benefits Of Carrots | Care2 Healthy Living\n\nSTART A PETITION37,000,000 members: the world's largest community for good\n\nCare2\n\n * * log off\n * my account\n * my care2\n * help\n * my care2 main\n * my settings\n * my butterfly rewards\n * my click to donate\n * my ecards\n * my friends\n * my groups\n * my green stars\n * my news\n * my profile page\n * my petitionsite\n * my subscriptions\n * my thank you notes\n * my daily action\n\n * MY\n\n * JOIN US\n * SIGN IN\n\n * FOOD\n * HEALTH\n * LOVE + SEX\n * NATURE\n * PETS\n * SPIRIT\n * * home\n * life\n * family\n * beauty\n * brands for good\n * green\n * crafts & designs\n * news\n * videos\n * eCards\n\n * JOIN US\n * SIGN IN\n\nSTART A PETITION\n\nCare2 Healthy Living | 10 Reasons to Eat More Carrots\n\nSTART A PETITION\n\n * care2 Home\n * start a petition\n * browse petitions\n * Success stories\n * causes\n * Healthy living\n * butterfly rewards\n\n * New? 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Alkaline elements: Carrots are rich in alkaline elements, which purify and\nrevitalize the blood while balancing the acid/alkaline ratio of the body.\n\n4\\. Potassium: Carrots are a good source of potassium, which can help maintain\nhealthy sodium levels in the body, thereby helping to reduce elevated blood\npressure levels.\n\n5\\. Dental Health: Carrots kill harmful germs in the mouth and help prevent\ntooth decay.\n\n6\\. Wounds: Raw or grated carrots can be used to help heal wounds, cuts and\ninflammation.\n\n7\\. Phytonutrients: Among the many beneficial phytochemicals that carrots\ncontain is a phytonutrient called falcarinol, which may reduce the risk of\ncolon cancer and help promote overall colon health.\n\n8\\. Carotenoids: Carrots are rich in carotenoids, which our bodies can use to\nhelp regulate blood sugar.\n\n9\\. 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Combine shredded carrots, low-fat shredded cheese and a small amount of margarine. Top with crumbled whole wheat crackers. Bake at 350° F for 30-45 minutes.","Homemade Asian Take-Out. Combine sliced carrots, brown rice, one egg, all of your other favorite vegetables, and a small amount of low-sodium soy sauce in a wok. Stir-fry then enjoy a simple Asian-flavored main dish.","Add a Sweet Glaze. Combine 100% orange juice, a small amount of brown sugar, and butter in a frying pan. Sauté until combined. Roll cooked carrots in mixture, let cool and enjoy!","Slow Cooked & Delectable. Add carrots to all of your favorite soups and slow- cooker recipes. They’re quite tasty in our Turkey Cranberry Stew.","Just Grab & Go. Carrots are a great mobile snack and are the perfect ‘keep you busy’ snack at home. Just peel and enjoy!","Sweet & Spicy. Combine sweet carrots with stimulating spices to get an irresistible surprise for your taste buds. 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Return the cooker to medium heat, uncovered, and rewarm the contents. Transfer the contents of the cooker and the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to a blender and puree until smooth. Season the soup with pepper and pour into bowls. Garnish with the ginger, tarragon and caraway seeds and serve.","Fifteen pounds per square inch (PSI) is the most common setting for pressure cookers. Products vary, however, so be sure to consult the owner's manual.","Food & Wine is part of the Meredith Corporation Allrecipes Food Group. © Copyright 2020 Meredith Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policythis link opens in a new tab Terms of Servicethis link opens in a new tab Ad Choicesthis link opens in a new tab California Do Not Sellthis link opens a modal window Web Accessibilitythis link opens in a new tab"]},"parsed_md":"Caramelized Carrot Soup Recipe - Maxime Bilet, Nathan Myhrvold | Food & Wine\n\nSkip to content\n\n## Explore Food & Wine\n\nFood & Wine Food & Wine\n\n## Profile Menu\n\nSubscribe this link opens in a new tab\n\nYour Profile\n\n### Your Profile\n\n * Join Now\n * Newsletters\n * Manage Your Subscription this link opens in a new tab\n * Give a Gift Subscription this link opens in a new tab\n * Wine Club\n * Podcast\n * Logout\n\nLogin\n\nSweepstakes\n\n### Follow us\n\n# Caramelized Carrot Soup\n\n© Antonis Achilleos\n\nActive Time\n\nN/A\n\nTotal Time\n\n35 MIN\n\nYield\n\nServes : 4\n\nBy Maxime Bilet and Nathan Myhrvold\n\nMay 2011\n\nTo caramelize carrots in a pressure cooker, Nathan Myhrvold adds a bit of\nbaking soda: It increases the pH, which speeds up the Maillard (browning)\nreaction. More Carrot Recipes\n\n## Ingredients\n\n * 1 stick unsalted butter\n * 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces\n * 1/2 teaspoon salt\n * 1/4 teaspoon baking soda\n * 2 cups fresh carrot juice\n * Freshly ground pepper\n * 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger\n * 1 teaspoon chopped tarragon\n * 1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds, chopped\n\n## How to Make It\n\nStep 1\n\nIn a pressure cooker, combine 6 tablespoons of the butter with the carrots and\ncook uncovered until the butter is melted. Stir in the salt and baking soda,\ncover and cook at 15 PSI (see Note) for 10 minutes. Place the pressure cooker\nin the sink and run cold water over the lid to depressurize it rapidly; remove\nthe lid once it can be released without force.\n\nStep 2\n\nAdd the carrot juice to the cooker and stir to release any caramelized bits\nstuck to the pot. Return the cooker to medium heat, uncovered, and rewarm the\ncontents. Transfer the contents of the cooker and the remaining 2 tablespoons\nof butter to a blender and puree until smooth. Season the soup with pepper and\npour into bowls. Garnish with the ginger, tarragon and caraway seeds and\nserve.\n\n### Notes\n\nFifteen pounds per square inch (PSI) is the most common setting for pressure\ncookers. 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All rights\\nreserved.\\n\\n\"\n },\n {\n \"original_url\": \"http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/carrot-flax-muffins\",\n \"archive_url\": \"http://web.archive.org/web/20200805113356/http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/carrot-flax-muffins\",\n \"parsed_text\": {\n \"title\": \"Carrot-Flax Muffins Recipe - Emily Farris\",\n \"passages\": [\n \"Preheat the oven to 350o. Puree the apple and carrots in a food processor and set aside. Line a 6-muffin tin with large paper cups, and set aside.\",\n \"In a large bowl, mix the flour, flax seed meal, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. In a separate bowl, combine the milk, eggs, and vanilla. Mix well, and slowly pour the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring. When the wet and dry ingredients are combined, add the apple and carrot puree. Gently stir to combine without overmixing.\",\n \"Using a measuring cup or scoop, evenly divide the batter between the muffin cups. (They will fill nearly all the way to the top, and because these are gluten-free muffins, they aren't going to rise too much.) Sprinkle the flax seeds on top of each muffin. Bake, uncovered, for 20-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the muffin comes out clean. Cool in the muffin tin for 5 to 10 minutes.\",\n \"Because store-bought flax seed meal lacks the nutritional value of whole flax seeds, it's best to make a fresh, coarse-ground flax seed meal just before you use it. Flax seed meal is easy to make with a with a food processor, clean coffee grinder, or blender. One cup of whole flax seeds yields about 1 2/3 cups of flax seed meal, so leave room for expansion (use any leftover flax seed meal in smoothies or sprinkled on top of cereal or yogurt).\",\n \"Review Body: What is the measurement for baking powder? It is not in the list of ingredients, but mentioned as an ingredient in the directions.\",\n \"Food & Wine is part of the Meredith Corporation Allrecipes Food Group. © Copyright 2020 Meredith Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policythis link opens in a new tab Terms of Servicethis link opens in a new tab Ad Choicesthis link opens in a new tab California Do Not Sellthis link opens a modal window Web Accessibilitythis link opens in a new tab\"\n ]\n },\n \"parsed_md\": \"Carrot-Flax Muffins Recipe - Emily Farris | Food & Wine\\n\\nSkip to content\\n\\n## Explore Food & Wine\\n\\nFood & Wine Food & Wine\\n\\n## Profile Menu\\n\\nSubscribe this link opens in a new tab\\n\\nYour Profile\\n\\n### Your Profile\\n\\n * Join Now\\n * Newsletters\\n * Manage Your Subscription this link opens in a new tab\\n * Give a Gift Subscription this link opens in a new tab\\n * Wine Club\\n * Podcast\\n * Logout\\n\\nLogin\\n\\nSweepstakes\\n\\n### Follow us\\n\\n# Carrot-Flax Muffins\\n\\n© Emily Farris\\n\\nActive Time\\n\\n15 MIN\\n\\nTotal Time\\n\\n45 MIN\\n\\nYield\\n\\nServes : 6\\n\\nBy Emily Farris\\n\\nNovember 2013\\n\\nGluten-free carrot-flax muffins are packed with nutrients from carrots,\\napples, and homemade flax seed meal. Slideshow: More Gluten-Free Recipes\\n\\n## Ingredients\\n\\n * 1 medium apple, peeled\\n * 2 medium carrots, peeled\\n * 1 1/2 cups all-purpose gluten-free flour\\n * 1 1/2 cups flax seed meal (See Note)\\n * 1 cup brown sugar\\n * 2 teaspoons baking soda\\n * 2 teaspoons cinnamon\\n * 1 teaspoon kosher salt\\n * 2 large eggs, lightly beaten\\n * 3/4 cup whole milk or unsweetened almond milk\\n * 1 teaspoons vanilla extract\\n * 1/4 cup whole flax seeds\\n\\n## How to Make It\\n\\nStep 1 �?�?�?\\n\\nPreheat the oven to 350o. Puree the apple and carrots in a food processor and\\nset aside. Line a 6-muffin tin with large paper cups, and set aside.\\n\\nStep 2 �?�?�?\\n\\nIn a large bowl, mix the flour, flax seed meal, sugar, baking soda, baking\\npowder, salt, and cinnamon. In a separate bowl, combine the milk, eggs, and\\nvanilla. Mix well, and slowly pour the liquid ingredients into the dry\\ningredients, stirring. When the wet and dry ingredients are combined, add the\\napple and carrot puree. Gently stir to combine without overmixing.\\n\\nStep 3 �?�?�?\\n\\nUsing a measuring cup or scoop, evenly divide the batter between the muffin\\ncups. (They will fill nearly all the way to the top, and because these are\\ngluten-free muffins, they aren't going to rise too much.) Sprinkle the flax\\nseeds on top of each muffin. Bake, uncovered, for 20-30 minutes or until a\\ntoothpick inserted in the center of the muffin comes out clean. Cool in the\\nmuffin tin for 5 to 10 minutes.\\n\\n### Make Ahead\\n\\nMuffins will keep in an airtight container for 3 days.\\n\\n### Notes\\n\\nBecause store-bought flax seed meal lacks the nutritional value of whole flax\\nseeds, it's best to make a fresh, coarse-ground flax seed meal just before you\\nuse it. Flax seed meal is easy to make with a with a food processor, clean\\ncoffee grinder, or blender. One cup of whole flax seeds yields about 1 2/3\\ncups of flax seed meal, so leave room for expansion (use any leftover flax\\nseed meal in smoothies or sprinkled on top of cereal or yogurt).\\n\\n## You May Like\\n\\nAdvertisement\\n\\n## Read More\\n\\n### Sign Up for The Dish\\n\\nStay in the know with a daily dose of the best seasonal recipes!\\n\\nSign Up\\n\\nAdvertisement\\n\\nAggregate Rating value: 0\\n\\nReview Count: 0\\n\\nWorst Rating: 0\\n\\nBest Rating: 5\\n\\nAuthor Name: teriw\\n\\nReview Body: What is the measurement for baking powder? 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I love the contrast of flavors here — peppery arugula alongside sweet carrots and a nutty dressing.\",\n \"171 calories; 17 grams fat; 3 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 8 grams monounsaturated fat; 5 grams polyunsaturated fat; 5 grams carbohydrates; 1 gram dietary fiber; 2 grams sugars; 2 grams protein; 159 milligrams sodium;\",\n \"Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.\",\n \"In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the lemon juice, vinegars, salt and mustard. Whisk together, and add the garlic. Whisk in the oils.\",\n \"Advance preparation: You can combine the salad ingredients several hours before serving and refrigerate in a covered bowl. The dressing will also hold for several hours, in or out of the refrigerator.\",\n \"NYT Cooking is a subscription service of The New York Times. It is a digital cookbook and cooking guide alike, available on all platforms, that helps home cooks of every level discover, save and organize the world’s best recipes, while also helping them become better, more competent cooks. Subscribe now for full access.\"\n ]\n },\n \"parsed_md\": \"Arugula and Carrot Salad With Walnuts and Cheese Recipe - NYT Cooking\\n\\nHealthy\\n\\n# Arugula and Carrot Salad With Walnuts and Cheese\\n\\n### Martha Rose Shulman\\n\\n * Yield Serves four to six\\n * Time 10 minutes\\n\\nEmailShare on PinterestShare on FacebookShare on Twitter\\n\\nAndrew Scrivani for The New York Times\\n\\nThe best type of arugula for this salad is the feathery type called wild\\narugula. I love the contrast of flavors here — peppery arugula alongside sweet\\ncarrots and a nutty dressing.\\n\\nFeatured in: Carrots: Digging Deeper For Fall Flavor.\\n\\nMore +\\n\\nSalads And Dressings, Arugula, Carrot, Walnut, Easy, Quick, Healthy, Raw,\\nVegetarian\\n\\n### Ingredients\\n\\n * 4 cups wild or baby arugula\\n * 2 cups grated carrots\\n * 2 tablespoons broken walnuts (1/2 ounce)\\n * 1⁄4 cup grated Parmesan or crumbled blue cheese (1 ounce)\\n * 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon\\n\\n#### For the dressing\\n\\n * 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice\\n * 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar\\n * 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar\\n * Salt to taste\\n * 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard\\n * 1 small garlic clove, pureed or finely minced optional\\n * 1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil\\n * 2 tablespoons walnut oil\\n\\n * Nutritional Information\\n\\n * ##### Nutritional analysis per serving (6 servings)\\n\\n171 calories; 17 grams fat; 3 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 8 grams\\nmonounsaturated fat; 5 grams polyunsaturated fat; 5 grams carbohydrates; 1\\ngram dietary fiber; 2 grams sugars; 2 grams protein; 159 milligrams sodium;\\n\\nNote: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available\\ningredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a\\nprofessional nutritionist’s advice.\\n\\nPowered by Edamam\\n\\n### Preparation\\n\\n 1. Combine the arugula, carrots, walnuts, cheese and tarragon in a salad bowl.\\n 2. In a small bowl or measuring cup, combine the lemon juice, vinegars, salt and mustard. Whisk together, and add the garlic. Whisk in the oils.\\n 3. Shortly before serving, toss the salad with the dressing.\\n\\n#### Tip\\n\\n * Advance preparation: You can combine the salad ingredients several hours before serving and refrigerate in a covered bowl. The dressing will also hold for several hours, in or out of the refrigerator.\\n\\nLike this recipe?\\n\\nEmailShare on PinterestShare on FacebookShare on Twitter\\n\\n#### More recipes from Martha Rose Shulman\\n\\n### Black and Brown Rice Stuffing With Walnuts and Pears\\n\\nBy Martha Rose Shulman\\n\\nAbout 1 hour 30 minutes\\n\\n### Shrimp Fajitas With Peppers and Zucchini\\n\\nBy Martha Rose Shulman\\n\\n1 hour 15 minutes\\n\\n### Fresh Fig Tart\\n\\nBy Martha Rose Shulman\\n\\n2 hours, plus at least 5 hours' chilling\\n\\n### Roasted Vegetable Bibimbap\\n\\nBy Martha Rose Shulman\\n\\n1 hour\\n\\n#### Trending on Cooking\\n\\n### Multicolored Tomato Tartlets\\n\\nBy Melissa Clark\\n\\n30 minutes\\n\\n### Hummus from ‘Jerusalem’\\n\\nBy Julia Moskin\\n\\n45 minutes, plus overnight soaking\\n\\n### Fresh Tomato Sauce\\n\\nBy Martha Rose Shulman\\n\\n30 minutes\\n\\n### Panzanella With Mozzarella and Herbs\\n\\nBy Melissa Clark\\n\\n45 minutes\\n\\n#### Brush Up On The Basics With Our Cooking Guides\\n\\nCooking Guide\\n\\n### How to Make Ice Cream\\n\\nBy Melissa Clark\\n\\nCooking Guide\\n\\n### How to Make Cooking Substitutions\\n\\nCooking Guide\\n\\n### How to Make Quiche\\n\\nBy Melissa Clark\\n\\nCooking Guide\\n\\n### How to Make Pasta\\n\\nBy Samin Nosrat\\n\\n### Follow Us\\n\\n### Get the App\\n\\n### About Us\\n\\nNYT Cooking is a subscription service of The New York Times. 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They are also good for your body’s overall health, especially that of the skin, eyes, digestive system and teeth!\",\n \"1. Beta carotene: Carrots are a rich source of this powerful antioxidant, which, among other vital uses, can be converted into vitamin A in the body to help maintain healthy skin.\",\n \"2. Digestion: Carrots increase saliva and supply essential minerals, vitamins and enzymes that aid in digestion. Eating carrots regularly may help prevent gastric ulcers and other digestive disorders.\",\n \"3. Alkaline elements: Carrots are rich in alkaline elements, which purify and revitalize the blood while balancing the acid/alkaline ratio of the body.\",\n \"4. Potassium: Carrots are a good source of potassium, which can help maintain healthy sodium levels in the body, thereby helping to reduce elevated blood pressure levels.\",\n \"7. Phytonutrients: Among the many beneficial phytochemicals that carrots contain is a phytonutrient called falcarinol, which may reduce the risk of colon cancer and help promote overall colon health.\",\n \"9. Fiber: Carrots are high in soluble fiber, which may reduce cholesterol by binding the LDL form (the kind we don’t want) and increasing the HDL form (the kind our body needs) to help reduce blood clots and prevent heart disease.\",\n \"10. Eyes, hair, nails and more! The nutrients in carrots can improve the health of your eyes, skin, hair, nails and more through helping to detoxify your system and build new cells!\",\n \"There are plenty more reasons to enjoy these crunchy, sweet root vegetables, so reserve a spot in your garden plot for planting some, or pop down to the local market to pick up a bunch!\",\n \"Served a friend a lamb stew recently and he pushed all the sliced carrots to the side of his plate. I was horrified because I thought how can anyone not like carrots.\",\n \"Disclaimer: The views expressed above are solely those of the author and may not reflect those of Care2, Inc., its employees or advertisers.\"\n ]\n },\n \"parsed_md\": \"10 Amazing Health Benefits Of Carrots | Care2 Healthy Living\\n\\nSTART A PETITION37,000,000 members: the world's largest community for good\\n\\nCare2\\n\\n * * log off\\n * my account\\n * my care2\\n * help\\n * my care2 main\\n * my settings\\n * my butterfly rewards\\n * my click to donate\\n * my ecards\\n * my friends\\n * my groups\\n * my green stars\\n * my news\\n * my profile page\\n * my petitionsite\\n * my subscriptions\\n * my thank you notes\\n * my daily action\\n\\n * MY\\n\\n * JOIN US\\n * SIGN IN\\n\\n * FOOD\\n * HEALTH\\n * LOVE + SEX\\n * NATURE\\n * PETS\\n * SPIRIT\\n * * home\\n * life\\n * family\\n * beauty\\n * brands for good\\n * green\\n * crafts & designs\\n * news\\n * videos\\n * eCards\\n\\n * JOIN US\\n * SIGN IN\\n\\nSTART A PETITION\\n\\nCare2 Healthy Living | 10 Reasons to Eat More Carrots\\n\\nSTART A PETITION\\n\\n * care2 Home\\n * start a petition\\n * browse petitions\\n * Success stories\\n * causes\\n * Healthy living\\n * butterfly rewards\\n\\n * New? 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Alkaline elements: Carrots are rich in alkaline elements, which purify and\\nrevitalize the blood while balancing the acid/alkaline ratio of the body.\\n\\n4\\\\. Potassium: Carrots are a good source of potassium, which can help maintain\\nhealthy sodium levels in the body, thereby helping to reduce elevated blood\\npressure levels.\\n\\n5\\\\. Dental Health: Carrots kill harmful germs in the mouth and help prevent\\ntooth decay.\\n\\n6\\\\. Wounds: Raw or grated carrots can be used to help heal wounds, cuts and\\ninflammation.\\n\\n7\\\\. Phytonutrients: Among the many beneficial phytochemicals that carrots\\ncontain is a phytonutrient called falcarinol, which may reduce the risk of\\ncolon cancer and help promote overall colon health.\\n\\n8\\\\. Carotenoids: Carrots are rich in carotenoids, which our bodies can use to\\nhelp regulate blood sugar.\\n\\n9\\\\. Fiber: Carrots are high in soluble fiber, which may reduce cholesterol by\\nbinding the LDL form (the kind we don’t want) and increasing the HDL form (the\\nkind our body needs) to help reduce blood clots and prevent heart disease.\\n\\n10\\\\. Eyes, hair, nails and more! The nutrients in carrots can improve the\\nhealth of your eyes, skin, hair, nails and more through helping to detoxify\\nyour system and build new cells!\\n\\nThere are plenty more reasons to enjoy these crunchy, sweet root vegetables,\\nso reserve a spot in your garden plot for planting some, or pop down to the\\nlocal market to pick up a bunch!\\n\\nRelated Posts: 8 Great Health Benefits of Onions This Sugar Can Protect Your\\nBrain 13 Health Benefits of Oranges\\n\\n### Love This? 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Roll cooked carrots in mixture, let cool and enjoy!\",\n \"Slow Cooked & Delectable. Add carrots to all of your favorite soups and slow- cooker recipes. They’re quite tasty in our Turkey Cranberry Stew.\",\n \"Just Grab & Go. Carrots are a great mobile snack and are the perfect ‘keep you busy’ snack at home. Just peel and enjoy!\",\n \"Sweet & Spicy. Combine sweet carrots with stimulating spices to get an irresistible surprise for your taste buds. Video: How To Spice Up Your Carrots\",\n \"We can help you eat more fruits & vegetables! Fruits & Veggies–More Matters® is a health initiative focused on helping Americans increase fruit & vegetable consumption for better health. More\"\n ]\n },\n \"parsed_md\": \"Top 10 Ways to Enjoy Carrots - Fruits & Veggies More Matters : Health Benefits\\nof Fruits & Vegetables\\n\\n * Media\\n * Schools\\n * Health Professionals\\n\\nEat More! 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Blend carrots, pineapple juice, low-fat yogurt and honey into\\na bright orange concoction. Recipe: Power Gold Smoothie\\n\\nDip ’em! Carrots are great with vegetable dips, hummus and low-fat dressing.\\nRecipe: Carrot Tuna Vegetable Dip\\n\\nHomemade Asian Take-Out. Combine sliced carrots, brown rice, one egg, all of\\nyour other favorite vegetables, and a small amount of low-sodium soy sauce in\\na wok. Stir-fry then enjoy a simple Asian-flavored main dish.\\n\\nAdd a Sweet Glaze. Combine 100% orange juice, a small amount of brown sugar,\\nand butter in a frying pan. Sauté until combined. Roll cooked carrots in\\nmixture, let cool and enjoy!\\n\\nAdd Some Crunch & Vitamin A. Top any favorite salad with sliced or grated\\ncarrots.\\n\\nPeanut Butter Dip. Peanut butter isn’t just for celery anymore. Grab some baby\\ncarrots and dip away!\\n\\nSlow Cooked & Delectable. Add carrots to all of your favorite soups and slow-\\ncooker recipes. 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All rights\\nreserved.\\n\\n\"\n },\n {\n \"original_url\": \"https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/caramelized-carrot-soup\",\n \"archive_url\": \"http://web.archive.org/web/20200809180316/https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/caramelized-carrot-soup\",\n \"parsed_text\": {\n \"title\": \"Caramelized Carrot Soup Recipe - Maxime Bilet, Nathan Myhrvold\",\n \"passages\": [\n \"To caramelize carrots in a pressure cooker, Nathan Myhrvold adds a bit of baking soda: It increases the pH, which speeds up the Maillard (browning) reaction. More Carrot Recipes\",\n \"In a pressure cooker, combine 6 tablespoons of the butter with the carrots and cook uncovered until the butter is melted. Stir in the salt and baking soda, cover and cook at 15 PSI (see Note) for 10 minutes. Place the pressure cooker in the sink and run cold water over the lid to depressurize it rapidly; remove the lid once it can be released without force.\",\n \"Add the carrot juice to the cooker and stir to release any caramelized bits stuck to the pot. Return the cooker to medium heat, uncovered, and rewarm the contents. Transfer the contents of the cooker and the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to a blender and puree until smooth. Season the soup with pepper and pour into bowls. Garnish with the ginger, tarragon and caraway seeds and serve.\",\n \"Fifteen pounds per square inch (PSI) is the most common setting for pressure cookers. Products vary, however, so be sure to consult the owner's manual.\",\n \"Food & Wine is part of the Meredith Corporation Allrecipes Food Group. © Copyright 2020 Meredith Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policythis link opens in a new tab Terms of Servicethis link opens in a new tab Ad Choicesthis link opens in a new tab California Do Not Sellthis link opens a modal window Web Accessibilitythis link opens in a new tab\"\n ]\n },\n \"parsed_md\": \"Caramelized Carrot Soup Recipe - Maxime Bilet, Nathan Myhrvold | Food & Wine\\n\\nSkip to content\\n\\n## Explore Food & Wine\\n\\nFood & Wine Food & Wine\\n\\n## Profile Menu\\n\\nSubscribe this link opens in a new tab\\n\\nYour Profile\\n\\n### Your Profile\\n\\n * Join Now\\n * Newsletters\\n * Manage Your Subscription this link opens in a new tab\\n * Give a Gift Subscription this link opens in a new tab\\n * Wine Club\\n * Podcast\\n * Logout\\n\\nLogin\\n\\nSweepstakes\\n\\n### Follow us\\n\\n# Caramelized Carrot Soup\\n\\n© Antonis Achilleos\\n\\nActive Time\\n\\nN/A\\n\\nTotal Time\\n\\n35 MIN\\n\\nYield\\n\\nServes : 4\\n\\nBy Maxime Bilet and Nathan Myhrvold\\n\\nMay 2011\\n\\nTo caramelize carrots in a pressure cooker, Nathan Myhrvold adds a bit of\\nbaking soda: It increases the pH, which speeds up the Maillard (browning)\\nreaction. More Carrot Recipes\\n\\n## Ingredients\\n\\n * 1 stick unsalted butter\\n * 1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces\\n * 1/2 teaspoon salt\\n * 1/4 teaspoon baking soda\\n * 2 cups fresh carrot juice\\n * Freshly ground pepper\\n * 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger\\n * 1 teaspoon chopped tarragon\\n * 1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds, chopped\\n\\n## How to Make It\\n\\nStep 1\\n\\nIn a pressure cooker, combine 6 tablespoons of the butter with the carrots and\\ncook uncovered until the butter is melted. Stir in the salt and baking soda,\\ncover and cook at 15 PSI (see Note) for 10 minutes. Place the pressure cooker\\nin the sink and run cold water over the lid to depressurize it rapidly; remove\\nthe lid once it can be released without force.\\n\\nStep 2\\n\\nAdd the carrot juice to the cooker and stir to release any caramelized bits\\nstuck to the pot. Return the cooker to medium heat, uncovered, and rewarm the\\ncontents. Transfer the contents of the cooker and the remaining 2 tablespoons\\nof butter to a blender and puree until smooth. Season the soup with pepper and\\npour into bowls. Garnish with the ginger, tarragon and caraway seeds and\\nserve.\\n\\n### Notes\\n\\nFifteen pounds per square inch (PSI) is the most common setting for pressure\\ncookers. 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Breathe slowly in through your nose and out through your mouth, as this can help you feel more present and aware. In addition, changing up your routine, like taking a different route to work, can help you feel more in the moment."},"related_document_urls_wayback_snapshots":{"kind":"list like","value":["http://web.archive.org/web/20211109234544/https://www.livescience.com/2117-time-slow-emergencies.html","http://web.archive.org/web/20210419192957/https://harekrishnatemple.com/chapter7.html","http://web.archive.org/web/20210511183522/https://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/21/opinion/sunday/fast-time-and-the-aging-mind.html?_r=0","http://web.archive.org/web/20171109174025/http://www.artofmanliness.com:80/2014/08/11/be-a-time-wizard-how-to-slow-down-and-speed-up-time/"],"string":"[\n \"http://web.archive.org/web/20211109234544/https://www.livescience.com/2117-time-slow-emergencies.html\",\n \"http://web.archive.org/web/20210419192957/https://harekrishnatemple.com/chapter7.html\",\n \"http://web.archive.org/web/20210511183522/https://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/21/opinion/sunday/fast-time-and-the-aging-mind.html?_r=0\",\n \"http://web.archive.org/web/20171109174025/http://www.artofmanliness.com:80/2014/08/11/be-a-time-wizard-how-to-slow-down-and-speed-up-time/\"\n]"},"split":{"kind":"string","value":"train"},"cluster":{"kind":"number","value":973,"string":"973"},"related_documents_content":{"kind":"list like","value":[{"original_url":"https://www.livescience.com/2117-time-slow-emergencies.html","archive_url":"http://web.archive.org/web/20211109234544/https://www.livescience.com/2117-time-slow-emergencies.html","parsed_text":{"title":"Why Time Seems to Slow Down in Emergencies","passages":["Live Science is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more","A volunteer, left, prepares to drop 150 feet at up to 70 mph to study how the human mind perceives time when in danger. At right, another volunteer has to be wondering whether the pursuit of science is worth all this. (Image credit: David Eagleman et al.)","In The Matrix, the hero Neo could dodge bullets because time moved in slow motion for him during battles. Indeed, in the real world, people in danger often feel as if time slowed down for them.","This warping of time apparently does not result from the brain speeding up from adrenaline when in danger. Instead, this feeling seems to be an illusion, scientists now find.","To see if danger makes people experience time in slow motion, scientists at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston tried scaring volunteers. However, roller coasters and other frightening amusement park rides did not cause enough fear to make time warp.","Instead, the researchers dropped volunteers from great heights. Scientists had volunteers dive backward with no ropes attached, into a special net that helped break their fall. They reached 70 mph during the roughly three-second, 150-foot drop.","\"It's the scariest thing I have ever done,\" said researcher David Eagleman, a neuroscientist at Baylor College of Medicine. \"I knew it was perfectly safe, and I also knew that it would be the perfect way to make people feel as though an event took much longer than it actually did.\"","To see if this meant people in danger could actually see and perceive more—like a video camera in slow motion can—Eagleman and his colleagues developed a device called a \"perceptual chronometer\" that was strapped onto volunteers' wrists. This watch-like device flickered numbers on its screen. The scientists could adjust the speed at which numbers appeared until they were too fast to see.","If the brain sped up when in danger, the researchers theorized numbers on the perceptual chronometers would appear slow enough to read while volunteers fell. Instead, the scientists found that volunteers could not read the numbers at faster-than-normal speeds.","Instead, such time warping seems to be a trick played by one's memory. When a person is scared, a brain area called the amygdala becomes more active, laying down an extra set of memories that go along with those normally taken care of by other parts of the brain.","\"In this way, frightening events are associated with richer and denser memories,\" Eagleman explained. \"And the more memory you have of an event, the longer you believe it took.\"","Eagleman added this illusion \"is related to the phenomenon that time seems to speed up as you grow older. When you're a child, you lay down rich memories for all your experiences; when you're older, you've seen it all before and lay down fewer memories. Therefore, when a child looks back at the end of a summer, it seems to have lasted forever; adults think it zoomed by.\"","This work could help better understand disorders linked with timing, such as schizophrenia. Still, in the end, \"it's really about understanding the virtual reality machinery that we're trapped in,\" Eagleman told LiveScience. \"Our brain constructs this reality for us that, if we look closely, we can find all these strange illusions in. The fact that we're now seeing this with how we perceive time is new.\"","Charles Q. Choi is a contributing writer for Live Science and Space.com. He covers all things human origins and astronomy as well as physics, animals and general science topics. Charles has a Master of Arts degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia, School of Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of South Florida. Charles has visited every continent on Earth, drinking rancid yak butter tea in Lhasa, snorkeling with sea lions in the Galapagos and even climbing an iceberg in Antarctica.","By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.","Live Science is part of Future US Inc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. Visit our corporate site."]},"parsed_md":"Why Time Seems to Slow Down in Emergencies | Live Science\n\nSkip to main content\n\nLive Science is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on\nour site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more\n\n# Why Time Seems to Slow Down in Emergencies\n\nBy Charles Q. Choi 11 December 2007\n\nA volunteer, left, prepares to drop 150 feet at up to 70 mph to study how the\nhuman mind perceives time when in danger. At right, another volunteer has to\nbe wondering whether the pursuit of science is worth all this. (Image credit:\nDavid Eagleman et al.)\n\nIn The Matrix, the hero Neo could dodge bullets because time moved in slow\nmotion for him during battles. Indeed, in the real world, people in danger\noften feel as if time slowed down for them.\n\nThis warping of time apparently does not result from the brain speeding up\nfrom adrenaline when in danger. Instead, this feeling seems to be an illusion,\nscientists now find.\n\nTo see if danger makes people experience time in slow motion, scientists at\nBaylor College of Medicine in Houston tried scaring volunteers. However,\nroller coasters and other frightening amusement park rides did not cause\nenough fear to make time warp.\n\nInstead, the researchers dropped volunteers from great heights. Scientists had\nvolunteers dive backward with no ropes attached, into a special net that\nhelped break their fall. They reached 70 mph during the roughly three-second,\n150-foot drop.\n\n\"It's the scariest thing I have ever done,\" said researcher David Eagleman, a\nneuroscientist at Baylor College of Medicine. \"I knew it was perfectly safe,\nand I also knew that it would be the perfect way to make people feel as though\nan event took much longer than it actually did.\"\n\nIndeed, volunteers estimated their own fall lasted about a third longer than\ndives they saw other volunteers take.\n\nTo see if this meant people in danger could actually see and perceive\nmore—like a video camera in slow motion can—Eagleman and his colleagues\ndeveloped a device called a \"perceptual chronometer\" that was strapped onto\nvolunteers' wrists. This watch-like device flickered numbers on its screen.\nThe scientists could adjust the speed at which numbers appeared until they\nwere too fast to see.\n\nIf the brain sped up when in danger, the researchers theorized numbers on the\nperceptual chronometers would appear slow enough to read while volunteers\nfell. Instead, the scientists found that volunteers could not read the numbers\nat faster-than-normal speeds.\n\n\"We discovered that people are not like Neo in The Matrix, dodging bullets in\nslow-mo,\" Eagleman said.\n\nMemory trick\n\nInstead, such time warping seems to be a trick played by one's memory. When a\nperson is scared, a brain area called the amygdala becomes more active, laying\ndown an extra set of memories that go along with those normally taken care of\nby other parts of the brain.\n\n\"In this way, frightening events are associated with richer and denser\nmemories,\" Eagleman explained. \"And the more memory you have of an event, the\nlonger you believe it took.\"\n\nEagleman added this illusion \"is related to the phenomenon that time seems to\nspeed up as you grow older. When you're a child, you lay down rich memories\nfor all your experiences; when you're older, you've seen it all before and lay\ndown fewer memories. Therefore, when a child looks back at the end of a\nsummer, it seems to have lasted forever; adults think it zoomed by.\"\n\nThis work could help better understand disorders linked with timing, such as\nschizophrenia. Still, in the end, \"it's really about understanding the virtual\nreality machinery that we're trapped in,\" Eagleman told LiveScience. \"Our\nbrain constructs this reality for us that, if we look closely, we can find all\nthese strange illusions in. The fact that we're now seeing this with how we\nperceive time is new.\"\n\nEagleman and his colleagues detailed their findings online Dec. 11 in the\njournal PLoS ONE.\n\n * Video: Eagleman's Wild Time Experiments\n * Top 10 Mysteries of the Mind\n * Time Travel: Is it Possible?\n\nCharles Q. Choi\n\nLive Science Contributor\n\nCharles Q. Choi is a contributing writer for Live Science and Space.com. He\ncovers all things human origins and astronomy as well as physics, animals and\ngeneral science topics. Charles has a Master of Arts degree from the\nUniversity of Missouri-Columbia, School of Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts\ndegree from the University of South Florida. 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Visit our corporate site.\n\n© Future US, Inc. 11 West 42nd Street, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10036.\n\n"},{"original_url":"https://harekrishnatemple.com/chapter7.html","archive_url":"http://web.archive.org/web/20210419192957/https://harekrishnatemple.com/chapter7.html","parsed_text":{"title":"Chanting Hare Krishna","passages":["The transcendental vibration established by the chanting of Hare Krsna, Hare Krsna, Krsna Krsna, Hare Hare, Hare Rama, Hare Rama, Rama Rama, Hare Hare is the sublime method of reviving our Krsna consciousness. As living spiritual souls we are all originally Krsna conscious entities, but due to our association with matter from time immemorial, our consciousness is now polluted by the material atmosphere. The material atmosphere, in which we are now living, is called Maya, or illusion. Maya means \"that which is not.\" And what is this illusion? The illusion is that we are all trying to be lords of material nature, while actually we are under the grip of her stringent laws. When a servant artificially tries to imitate the all-powerful master, this is called illusion. In this polluted concept of life, we are all trying to exploit the resources of material nature, but actually we are becoming more and more entangled in her complexities. Therefore, although we are engaged in a hard struggle to conquer nature, we are ever more dependent on her. This illusory struggle against material nature can be stopped at once by the revival of our Krsna consciousness. Krsna consciousness is not an artificial imposition of the mind; this consciousness is the original energy of the living entity. When we hear the transcendental vibration, this consciousness is revived. And this is the process recommended for this age by authorities. By practical experience also, one can perceive that by chanting this maha- mantra or the Great Chanting for Deliverance, one can at once feel a transcendental ecstasy coming through from the spiritual stratum. And when one is factually on the plane of spiritual understanding-surpassing the stages of the senses, mind, and intelligence-one is situated on the transcendental plane.","This chanting of Hare Krsna, Hare Krsna, Krsna Krsna, Hare Hare/Hare Rama, Hare Rama, Rama Rama, Hare Hare is directly enacted from the spiritual platform, and thus this sound vibration surpasses all lower strata of consciousness-namely sensual, mental, and intellectual. There is no need, therefore, to understand the language of the mantra, nor is there any need for mental speculation or any intellectual adjustment for chanting this maha- mantra. It springs automatically from the spiritual platform, and as such, anyone can take part in the chanting without any previous qualification, and dance in ecstasy.","We have seen this practically. Even a child can take part in the chanting, or even a dog can take part in it. Of course, for one who is too entangled in material life, it takes a little more time to come to the standard point, but even such a materially engrossed man is raised to the spiritual platform very quickly. When the mantra is chanted by a pure devotee of the Lord in love, it has the greatest efficacy on the hearers, and as such, this chanting should be heard from the lips of a pure devotee of the Lord, so that immediate effects can be achieved. As far as possible, chanting from the lips of non-devotees should be avoided. Milk touched by the lips of a serpent has poisonous effects.","The word Hara is the form of addressing the energy of the Lord, and the words Krsna and Rama are addressing the Lord Himself. Both Krsna and Rama mean \"the supreme pleasure\" and Hara is the supreme pleasure energy of the Lord, changed to hare in the vocative. The supreme pleasure energy of the Lord helps us to reach the Lord.","The material energy, called Maya, is also one of the multi energies of the Lord. And we, the living entities, are also the energy-marginal energy-of the Lord. The living entities are described as superior to material energy. When the superior energy is in contact with the inferior energy, an incompatible situation arises; but when the superior marginal energy is in contact with the superior energy, called Hara, the living entity is established in his happy, normal condition.","These three words, namely Hare, Krsna, and Rama, are transcendental seeds of the maha-mantra. The chanting is a spiritual call for the Lord and His internal energy, Hara, to give protection to the conditioned soul. This chanting is exactly like the genuine cry of a child for its mother. Mother Hara helps the devotee achieve the grace of the supreme Father, Hari, or Krsna, and the Lord reveals Himself to the devotee who chants this mantra sincerely.","Srila Prabhupada set the rule that one should chant at least sixteen rounds a day if one is initiated. The best time for chanting is in the morning hours. Though Lord Caitanya mentions that there are no hard or fast rules for chanting, it is still important to know that the chanting is accompanied by following the regulative principles. However, since there are no hard and fast rules one can chant anytime and at any place. The most recommended way to chant is in association of devotees. It is also advantageous to chant in front of Tulasi devi. One main point that Mahaprabhu stressed is the attitude while chanting:","\"One should chant the holy name of the Lord in a humble state of mind, thinking oneself lower than the straw on the street, being more tolerant than a tree and always ready to offer all respects to others. In such a state of mind one can chant the holy name of the Lord constantly.\"","In regards of chanting during kirtan, there are certain rules, e.g. specific melodies and songs to be chanted in the temple. The classical melodies can be heard on the Vaisnava Songs link.","If you came to this page from the 'Introduction to Krishna Consciousness' please click the back button on your browser to continue reading the introduction. If you are participating in the bhakta program use the links below to continue your study."]},"parsed_md":"Chanting Hare Krishna\n\nBack Home Table of Contents\n\n## Chapter 7- Chanting Hare Krishna\n\nHis Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada\n\nListen to Prabhupada's explanation & kirtan below\n\nThe transcendental vibration established by the chanting of Hare Krsna, Hare\nKrsna, Krsna Krsna, Hare Hare, Hare Rama, Hare Rama, Rama Rama, Hare Hare is\nthe sublime method of reviving our Krsna consciousness. As living spiritual\nsouls we are all originally Krsna conscious entities, but due to our\nassociation with matter from time immemorial, our consciousness is now\npolluted by the material atmosphere. The material atmosphere, in which we are\nnow living, is called Maya, or illusion. Maya means \"that which is not.\" And\nwhat is this illusion? The illusion is that we are all trying to be lords of\nmaterial nature, while actually we are under the grip of her stringent laws.\nWhen a servant artificially tries to imitate the all-powerful master, this is\ncalled illusion. In this polluted concept of life, we are all trying to\nexploit the resources of material nature, but actually we are becoming more\nand more entangled in her complexities. Therefore, although we are engaged in\na hard struggle to conquer nature, we are ever more dependent on her. This\nillusory struggle against material nature can be stopped at once by the\nrevival of our Krsna consciousness. Krsna consciousness is not an artificial\nimposition of the mind; this consciousness is the original energy of the\nliving entity. When we hear the transcendental vibration, this consciousness\nis revived. And this is the process recommended for this age by authorities.\nBy practical experience also, one can perceive that by chanting this maha-\nmantra or the Great Chanting for Deliverance, one can at once feel a\ntranscendental ecstasy coming through from the spiritual stratum. And when one\nis factually on the plane of spiritual understanding-surpassing the stages of\nthe senses, mind, and intelligence-one is situated on the transcendental\nplane.\n\nThis chanting of Hare Krsna, Hare Krsna, Krsna Krsna, Hare Hare/Hare Rama,\nHare Rama, Rama Rama, Hare Hare is directly enacted from the spiritual\nplatform, and thus this sound vibration surpasses all lower strata of\nconsciousness-namely sensual, mental, and intellectual. There is no need,\ntherefore, to understand the language of the mantra, nor is there any need for\nmental speculation or any intellectual adjustment for chanting this maha-\nmantra. It springs automatically from the spiritual platform, and as such,\nanyone can take part in the chanting without any previous qualification, and\ndance in ecstasy.\n\nWe have seen this practically. Even a child can take part in the chanting, or\neven a dog can take part in it. Of course, for one who is too entangled in\nmaterial life, it takes a little more time to come to the standard point, but\neven such a materially engrossed man is raised to the spiritual platform very\nquickly. When the mantra is chanted by a pure devotee of the Lord in love, it\nhas the greatest efficacy on the hearers, and as such, this chanting should be\nheard from the lips of a pure devotee of the Lord, so that immediate effects\ncan be achieved. As far as possible, chanting from the lips of non-devotees\nshould be avoided. Milk touched by the lips of a serpent has poisonous\neffects.\n\nThe word Hara is the form of addressing the energy of the Lord, and the words\nKrsna and Rama are addressing the Lord Himself. Both Krsna and Rama mean \"the\nsupreme pleasure\" and Hara is the supreme pleasure energy of the Lord, changed\nto hare in the vocative. The supreme pleasure energy of the Lord helps us to\nreach the Lord.\n\nThe material energy, called Maya, is also one of the multi energies of the\nLord. And we, the living entities, are also the energy-marginal energy-of the\nLord. The living entities are described as superior to material energy. When\nthe superior energy is in contact with the inferior energy, an incompatible\nsituation arises; but when the superior marginal energy is in contact with the\nsuperior energy, called Hara, the living entity is established in his happy,\nnormal condition.\n\nThese three words, namely Hare, Krsna, and Rama, are transcendental seeds of\nthe maha-mantra. The chanting is a spiritual call for the Lord and His\ninternal energy, Hara, to give protection to the conditioned soul. This\nchanting is exactly like the genuine cry of a child for its mother. Mother\nHara helps the devotee achieve the grace of the supreme Father, Hari, or\nKrsna, and the Lord reveals Himself to the devotee who chants this mantra\nsincerely.\n\nNo other means of spiritual realization, therefore, is as effective in this\nage as chanting the maha-mantra:\n\nHare Krsna, Hare Krsna, Krsna Krsna, Hare Hare Hare Rama, Hare Rama, Rama\nRama, Hare Hare\n\nCaitanya Mahaprabhu dreaming of Radha-Krsna\n\nHow often and where should one chant?\n\nSrila Prabhupada set the rule that one should chant at least sixteen rounds a\nday if one is initiated. The best time for chanting is in the morning hours.\nThough Lord Caitanya mentions that there are no hard or fast rules for\nchanting, it is still important to know that the chanting is accompanied by\nfollowing the regulative principles. However, since there are no hard and fast\nrules one can chant anytime and at any place. The most recommended way to\nchant is in association of devotees. It is also advantageous to chant in front\nof Tulasi devi. One main point that Mahaprabhu stressed is the attitude while\nchanting:\n\ntrnad api sunicena taror api sahisnuna amanina manadena kirtaniya sada hari\n(Siksastaka 3)\n\n\"One should chant the holy name of the Lord in a humble state of mind,\nthinking oneself lower than the straw on the street, being more tolerant than\na tree and always ready to offer all respects to others. In such a state of\nmind one can chant the holy name of the Lord constantly.\"\n\nIn regards of chanting during kirtan, there are certain rules, e.g. specific\nmelodies and songs to be chanted in the temple. The classical melodies can be\nheard on the Vaisnava Songs link.\n\nIf you came to this page from the 'Introduction to Krishna Consciousness'\nplease click the back button on your browser to continue reading the\nintroduction. If you are participating in the bhakta program use the links\nbelow to continue your study.\n\n| Chapter 6 - Tilak| Chapter 8- Four Regulative Principles| Table of Contents \n---|---|--- \n \nCopyright © 2020 Sanatana Dharma Foundation\n\n"},{"original_url":"https://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/21/opinion/sunday/fast-time-and-the-aging-mind.html","archive_url":"http://web.archive.org/web/20210511183522/https://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/21/opinion/sunday/fast-time-and-the-aging-mind.html?_r=0","parsed_text":{"title":"Fast Time and the Aging Mind - The New York Times","passages":["AH, the languorous days of endless summer! Who among us doesn’t remember those days and wonder wistfully where they’ve gone? Why does time seem to speed up as we age? Even the summer solstice — the longest, sunniest day of the year — seems to have passed in a flash.","No less than the great William James opined on the matter, thinking that the apparent speed of time’s passage was a result of adults’ experiencing fewer memorable events:","“Each passing year converts some of this experience into automatic routine which we hardly note at all, the days and the weeks smooth themselves out in recollection to contentless units, and the years grow hollow and collapse.”","Don’t despair. I am happy to tell you that the apparent velocity of time is a big fat cognitive illusion and happy to say there may be a way to slow the velocity of our later lives.","Although the sense that we perceive time as accelerating as we age is very common, it is hard to prove experimentally. In one of the largest studies to date, Dr. Marc Wittmann of the Institute for Frontier Areas of Psychology and Mental Health, in Germany, interviewed 499 German and Austrian subjects ranging in age from 14 to 94 years; he asked each subject how quickly time seemed to pass during the previous week, month, year and decade. Surprisingly, there were few differences related to age. With one exception: when researchers asked the subjects about the 10-year interval, older subjects were far more likely than the younger subjects to report that the last decade had passed quickly.","Other, non-age-related factors influence our perception of time. Recent research shows that emotions affect our perception of time. For example, Dr. Sylvie Droit-Volet, a psychology professor at Blaise Pascal University, in France, manipulated subjects’ emotional state by showing them movies that excited fear or sadness and then asked them to estimate the duration of the visual stimulus. She found that time appears to pass more slowly when we are afraid.","Attention and memory play a part in our perception of time. To accurately gauge the passage of time required to accomplish a given task, you have to be able to focus and remember a sequence of information. That’s partly why someone with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder has trouble judging time intervals and grows impatient with what seems like the slow passage of time.","The neurotransmitter dopamine is critically important to our ability to process time. Stimulants like Ritalin and Adderall, which increase dopamine function in the brain, have the effect of speeding up time perception; antipsychotic drugs, which block dopamine receptors, have the opposite effect.","On the whole, most of us perceive short intervals of time similarly, regardless of age. Why, then, do older people look back at long stretches of their lives and feel it’s a race to the finish?","Here’s a possible answer: think about what it’s like when you learn something for the first time — for example how, when you are young, you learn to ride a bike or navigate your way home from school. It takes time to learn new tasks and to encode them in your memory. And when you are learning about the world for the first time, you are forming a fairly steady stream of new memories of events, places and people.","When, as an adult, you look back at your childhood experiences, they appear to unfold in slow motion probably because the sheer number of them gives you the impression that they must have taken forever to acquire. So when you recall the summer vacation when you first learned to swim or row a boat, it feels endless.","But this is merely an illusion, the way adults understand the past when they look through the telescope of lost time. This, though, is not an illusion: almost all of us faced far steeper learning curves when we were young. Most adults do not explore and learn about the world the way they did when they were young; adult life lacks the constant discovery and endless novelty of childhood.","Studies have shown that the greater the cognitive demands of a task, the longer its duration is perceived to be. Dr. David Eagleman at Baylor College of Medicine found that repeated stimuli appear briefer in duration than novel stimuli of equal duration. Is it possible that learning new things might slow down our internal sense of time?","The question and the possibility it presents put me in mind of my father, who died a few years ago at age 86. An engineer by training, he read constantly after he retired. His range was enormous; he read about everything from astronomy to natural history, travel and gardening. I remember once discovering dozens of magazines and journals in the house and was convinced that my parents had become the victims of a mail-order scam.","Thinking I’d help with the clutter, I began to bundle up the magazines for recycling when my father angrily confronted me, demanding to know what the hell I was doing. “I read all of these,” he said.","And then it dawned on me. I cannot recall his ever having remarked on how fast or slow his life seemed to be going. He was constantly learning, always alive to new ideas and experience. Maybe that’s why he never seemed to notice that time was passing.","So what, you might say, if we have an illusion about time speeding up? But it matters, I think, because the distortion signals that we might squeeze more out of life.","It’s simple: if you want time to slow down, become a student again. Learn something that requires sustained effort; do something novel. Put down the thriller when you’re sitting on the beach and break out a book on evolutionary theory or Spanish for beginners or a how-to book on something you’ve always wanted to do. Take a new route to work; vacation at an unknown spot. And take your sweet time about it."]},"parsed_md":"Opinion | Fast Time and the Aging Mind - The New York Times\n\nSkip to contentSkip to site index\n\nSunday Review\n\nToday’s Paper\n\nSunday Review|Fast Time and the Aging Mind\n\nhttps://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/21/opinion/sunday/fast-time-and-the-aging-\nmind.html\n\nAdvertisement\n\nContinue reading the main story\n\nSupported by\n\nContinue reading the main story\n\nOpinion\n\n# Fast Time and the Aging Mind\n\nBy Richard A. Friedman\n\n * July 20, 2013\n\nCredit...Gwendal Le Bec\n\nAH, the languorous days of endless summer! Who among us doesn’t remember those\ndays and wonder wistfully where they’ve gone? Why does time seem to speed up\nas we age? Even the summer solstice — the longest, sunniest day of the year —\nseems to have passed in a flash.\n\nNo less than the great William James opined on the matter, thinking that the\napparent speed of time’s passage was a result of adults’ experiencing fewer\nmemorable events:\n\n“Each passing year converts some of this experience into automatic routine\nwhich we hardly note at all, the days and the weeks smooth themselves out in\nrecollection to contentless units, and the years grow hollow and collapse.”\n\nDon’t despair. I am happy to tell you that the apparent velocity of time is a\nbig fat cognitive illusion and happy to say there may be a way to slow the\nvelocity of our later lives.\n\nAlthough the sense that we perceive time as accelerating as we age is very\ncommon, it is hard to prove experimentally. In one of the largest studies to\ndate, Dr. Marc Wittmann of the Institute for Frontier Areas of Psychology and\nMental Health, in Germany, interviewed 499 German and Austrian subjects\nranging in age from 14 to 94 years; he asked each subject how quickly time\nseemed to pass during the previous week, month, year and decade. Surprisingly,\nthere were few differences related to age. With one exception: when\nresearchers asked the subjects about the 10-year interval, older subjects were\nfar more likely than the younger subjects to report that the last decade had\npassed quickly.\n\nOther, non-age-related factors influence our perception of time. Recent\nresearch shows that emotions affect our perception of time. For example, Dr.\nSylvie Droit-Volet, a psychology professor at Blaise Pascal University, in\nFrance, manipulated subjects’ emotional state by showing them movies that\nexcited fear or sadness and then asked them to estimate the duration of the\nvisual stimulus. She found that time appears to pass more slowly when we are\nafraid.\n\nAttention and memory play a part in our perception of time. To accurately\ngauge the passage of time required to accomplish a given task, you have to be\nable to focus and remember a sequence of information. That’s partly why\nsomeone with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder has trouble judging time\nintervals and grows impatient with what seems like the slow passage of time.\n\nThe neurotransmitter dopamine is critically important to our ability to\nprocess time. Stimulants like Ritalin and Adderall, which increase dopamine\nfunction in the brain, have the effect of speeding up time perception;\nantipsychotic drugs, which block dopamine receptors, have the opposite effect.\n\nOn the whole, most of us perceive short intervals of time similarly,\nregardless of age. Why, then, do older people look back at long stretches of\ntheir lives and feel it’s a race to the finish?\n\nHere’s a possible answer: think about what it’s like when you learn something\nfor the first time — for example how, when you are young, you learn to ride a\nbike or navigate your way home from school. It takes time to learn new tasks\nand to encode them in your memory. And when you are learning about the world\nfor the first time, you are forming a fairly steady stream of new memories of\nevents, places and people.\n\nWhen, as an adult, you look back at your childhood experiences, they appear to\nunfold in slow motion probably because the sheer number of them gives you the\nimpression that they must have taken forever to acquire. So when you recall\nthe summer vacation when you first learned to swim or row a boat, it feels\nendless.\n\nBut this is merely an illusion, the way adults understand the past when they\nlook through the telescope of lost time. This, though, is not an illusion:\nalmost all of us faced far steeper learning curves when we were young. Most\nadults do not explore and learn about the world the way they did when they\nwere young; adult life lacks the constant discovery and endless novelty of\nchildhood.\n\nStudies have shown that the greater the cognitive demands of a task, the\nlonger its duration is perceived to be. Dr. David Eagleman at Baylor College\nof Medicine found that repeated stimuli appear briefer in duration than novel\nstimuli of equal duration. Is it possible that learning new things might slow\ndown our internal sense of time?\n\nThe question and the possibility it presents put me in mind of my father, who\ndied a few years ago at age 86. An engineer by training, he read constantly\nafter he retired. His range was enormous; he read about everything from\nastronomy to natural history, travel and gardening. I remember once\ndiscovering dozens of magazines and journals in the house and was convinced\nthat my parents had become the victims of a mail-order scam.\n\nThinking I’d help with the clutter, I began to bundle up the magazines for\nrecycling when my father angrily confronted me, demanding to know what the\nhell I was doing. “I read all of these,” he said.\n\nAnd then it dawned on me. I cannot recall his ever having remarked on how fast\nor slow his life seemed to be going. He was constantly learning, always alive\nto new ideas and experience. Maybe that’s why he never seemed to notice that\ntime was passing.\n\nSo what, you might say, if we have an illusion about time speeding up? But it\nmatters, I think, because the distortion signals that we might squeeze more\nout of life.\n\nIt’s simple: if you want time to slow down, become a student again. Learn\nsomething that requires sustained effort; do something novel. Put down the\nthriller when you’re sitting on the beach and break out a book on evolutionary\ntheory or Spanish for beginners or a how-to book on something you’ve always\nwanted to do. Take a new route to work; vacation at an unknown spot. And take\nyour sweet time about it.\n\nAdvertisement\n\nContinue reading the main story\n\n"},{"original_url":"http://www.artofmanliness.com:80/2014/08/11/be-a-time-wizard-how-to-slow-down-and-speed-up-time/","archive_url":"http://web.archive.org/web/20171109174025/http://www.artofmanliness.com:80/2014/08/11/be-a-time-wizard-how-to-slow-down-and-speed-up-time/","parsed_text":{"title":"How to Slow Down and Speed Up Time","passages":["As we now approach the sunset of the summer season, take a look back on the last few months. Does it seem like your summer lasted forever, that it slowly floated along in a hot haze? Or did these last few months seem to go by in a blink?","Your answer to that question will likely depend on your age. If you’re a young buck, you’ll probably feel like you fit six months into the last three. If you’re longer in the tooth, chances are your summer seems to have gone by in a quick blur – much like the rest of your year.","Why does time seem to slow down when you’re young, and speed up as you get older? You may have heard it said that this phenomenon can be chalked up to the fact that when you’re younger, each year comprises a larger percentage of your total lifespan and thus feels more sizeable; one year is 1/14 of your life when you’re fourteen, but only 1/40 when you’re 40.","That’s a fun theory, but there’s an actual neurological reason for how our perception of time changes as we age. And once you understand it, you can become something of a time wizard — quickening or slowing the way time feels, and even making your life seem longer than it really is.","Time is a fixed dimension. “Clock time” can be broken into minutes, seconds, and nanoseconds, and can be objectively measured. Even without an external chronometer to aid us, our internal clocks often do an excellent job of tracking time; if I asked you to guess the time right now, you’d probably be pretty close.","Yet how we perceive time is not always so accurate. Depending on our circumstances, time may seem to contract or expand, speed up or slow down. Dr. David Eagleman, neuroscientist and foremost researcher on time perception, calls this phenomenon “brain time,” and unlike clock time, its measurements are very subjective.","In contrast to our other senses like touch and taste, which are located in specific parts of our brains, our sense of time is woven throughout our neural matter. As Eagleman puts it, time is “metasensory” and “rides on top of all the others.” Because our perception of time is intricately tied up with our emotions and memories, the information we take in about how our hours are spent isn’t raw data. Instead, Eagleman explains, our minds filter the info before presenting it to us:","“the brain goes through a lot of trouble to edit and present this story to you of what’s going on out there and how fast or slowly it happens. What your brain’s telling you [that] you see is not always what’s out there. It’s trying to put together the best, most useful story of what’s happening out there in the world.”","To understand when, how, and why your brain edits your perception of time, it’s useful to begin with what happens to your “brain time” when faced with a life-threatening situation. If you’ve ever felt close to death – gotten into a car wreck, engaged in a firefight, fell off a roof – you likely felt that time expanded during those fraught moments, and that everything happened in slow motion, a la The Matrix. In the aftermath, you probably remembered the experience in vivid detail.","Dr. Eagleman wanted to find out if people’s brains were really slowing down their perception of the world during these life-threatening situations, or if something else was going on. So he took a group of participants to one of the scariest “amusement” rides in the world: the SCAD. Riders are dropped, on their backs, into a 100-foot freefall. Those who try it typically find the experience utterly terrifying. Eagleman had his participants wear a wristwatch and asked them to look at it during their freefall. The watch would flash a digital read-out of a number a split-second too fast for the human eye to register under normal conditions. If fear slows down our perception of reality, Eagleman reasoned, the participants would be able to see the number as they dropped. Yet none were able to do so.","After their experience on the SCAD, Eagleman asked the participants to imagine their fall and how long it had taken. Though they had been able to accurately guess the time of others’ falls, when it came to estimating their own drop, they invariably felt it had taken 30% longer than it actually had.","From these results, Eagleman posited that time doesn’t actually slow down when we’re fearing for our lives. Instead, scary situations send our amygdala – a part of the brain connected with memory and emotion – into overdrive, spurring the brain to record much more detail than normal. Because the brain lays down such rich, dense memories of those moments, when you later look back on the experience, there’s a lot more “footage” than normal to run through, making the experience seem like it lasted longer than it actually did.","Time will not only seem to expand during life-threatening situations, but also whenever we encounter something novel or do something new.","In another experiment, Eagleman had participants sit in front of a computer screen that continuously flashed the same image of a shoe. Every once in awhile, the monotony was broken with a picture of a flower. The participants believed that the flower stayed on the screen longer, when in fact it cycled through just as quickly as the shoes.","It may be that the flower seemed to linger because its novelty spurred the participants to pay greater attention to it (more attention=more memory laid down=perception of longer duration). But it’s equally possible that the flower seemed to stay longer because the pictures of the shoes became compressed. Through a cognitive phenomenon called “repetition suppression,” once the brain has been exposed repeatedly to the same stimuli, it doesn’t have to expend as much time and energy recognizing it. The first time the brain encounters something, it utilizes a high amount of cognitive resources in order to make sense of it. The novelty of the stimulus spurs the mind to capture a lot of detail, which makes the encounter seem longer. With each exposure to the same stimuli, the energy required to identify it goes down, as does how long your encounter with it seems to last; the brain develops little neural shortcuts, allowing it to recognize the stimulus much more efficiently. Thus for the participants in the study, the shoe images would have appeared to stay on the screen for a shorter duration than they actually did, making the flash of an occasional flower seem longer in contrast.","“Repetition suppression” is also in effect when we encounter predictable patterns. The brain knows what’s coming and doesn’t have to work very hard to prepare for what’s around the bend. For example, when you see “1, 2, 3, 4...” your brain’s energy expenditure rises on #1, and then greatly falls off once it recognizes the familiar pattern.","What may be puzzling about Eagleman’s research is that it seems to contradict popular maxims like “Time flies when you’re having fun,” and “The watched pot never boils.” Don’t exciting and novel experiences speed up time rather than slow it down?","I posed this question to Dr. Eagleman, who explained to me that there are two types of time perception: prospective and retrospective. Prospective time occurs when you’re in the moment, and your brain is anticipating what will happen next. When you’re busy and a lot is happening, “your mind is no longer attending to time at that moment — you’re not checking your watch or clock — so it seems like time is going by fast.” If you’ve ever been a waiter on a busy night, you know your shift can fly by — your mind is super focused on serving customers and what your next task is rather than on the clock.","The flip side of prospective time occurs in situations that lack stimuli to engage your brain. If you’re in a boring meeting, or on a long flight, “your mind is deeply attuned to time because you’re always checking your watch every 10 minutes or so.” You have little else to do besides watch the minutes tick by, which makes time seem to slow way down.","Once your mind reflects on what you’ve been doing (which happens pretty immediately), you transition into retrospective time. If you’ve been doing something boring and bereft of stimuli, your brain won’t have recorded much “footage” from the experience, and it will seem like a quick episode – a waft of cerebral nothingness – in your memory. If you look back on that boring meeting or long flight, it barely registers as a happening in your brain.","But when you reflect on a dangerous or novel experience, your mind’s got plenty of detailed footage for you to peruse. Your brain interprets this fact thusly: “That must have taken a long time because I don’t normally retain that much detail about events.”","As you’ve been reading along, you’ve probably already been thinking about how this research applies to your own life, and at last you know the answer to the question we posed at the start: why does time seem to slow down when you’re young, and speed up as you get older?","When you’re young, everything is new – you’re constantly figuring out how the world works and learning the rules that govern nature and society. And you’re regularly engaging in “firsts”: first day of school, first time driving, first real job, and so on. With all this novelty, your brain is regularly laying down the kind of rich, dense memories that stretch out your perception of time.","In contrast, when you’re an adult, you’ve pretty much been there and done that. You’ve discovered the patterns of life, and your day-to-day doings are likely much more routine and predictable. Your brain doesn’t have any reason to expend energy on capturing your repetitious and predictable morning commute, ceremonial eating of a ham sandwich at your desk at work, and nightly watching of Game of Thrones. “Nothing to see here,” your brain says, and its camera clicks off. Thus, when you look back on each week, month, and year, there’s very little footage to read out, and your life seems to have passed in a fleeting blur.","Those who live a mundane, repetitious life are actually hit with a double whammy: in the midst of their boring day-to-day lives (prospective time), time seems to drag interminably on. Yet when they reflect on their lives (retrospective time), it seems to have sped by!","Yet such a fate is not inevitable. The very cool thing about this research is that it shows us how easily time can be manipulated – how “rubbery” it is, as Eagleman puts it. You have it in your power to slow down (or speed up) your perception of time. You can’t literally make your life longer, but you can make it seem longer. All you need to do is regularly inject a little novelty into it. Think about the last time you went on a great, action-packed vacation. Dimes to donuts, at the end of the trip, you said something like, “We were only here a week, but I feel like we’ve been gone forever.” All that new adventure slowed down your perception of time. Even as we get older, we can still seek out new horizons and new “firsts.”","You don’t have to do big things like traveling in order to stretch out time either. Eagleman says that even very small changes that “shake up your neural circuits” will do the trick. He recommends trying things like:","Once you start looking for them, you can find tons of ways to mix things up and re-capture your youthful curiosity and penchant for exploration. My favorite of Eagleman’s suggestions is simple but incredibly important: engaging in life-long learning. Just because you’re no longer roaming through an endless summer, doesn’t mean there isn’t a world of fascinating knowledge out there still to discover.","When you reach the end of your days, and look back over the course of your life, you can either feel like you were just 18 yesterday and that the subsequent decades passed in the blink of an eye; or, you can run the tape on a seemingly never-ending stream of rich footage of your many adventures, your interesting everyday life, and the wealth of knowledge you accumulated. If the latter, instead of seeing your life flash before your eyes, you will enjoy the satisfaction of watching it languidly unfold and relish the sense of having fit several lifetimes into a single one."]},"parsed_md":"How to Slow Down and Speed Up Time | The Art of Manliness\n\n * Lessons In Manliness\n * Manvotionals\n * On Manhood\n * On Virtue\n * Personal Development\n * Browse A Man's Life\n\n## Lessons From Fahrenheit 451 for the Modern Day\n\n## Lessons From Walter Cronkite in the Lost Art of Gravitas\n\n## 9 Things a Grown Man Can Learn From the Hardy Boys\n\n## Turn Your Excuses Into Action: The “Do What You Can” Guide from the Blind,\nTeenage Leader of the French Resistance\n\n## Manvotional: The Boy Who Can't\n\n## Manvotional: Success & Happiness\n\n## Manvotional: The Greatest Danger in the World\n\n## Manvotional: Thoreau on Simplicity and Aspiration\n\n## Podcast #337: What Homer's Odyssey Can Teach Us Today\n\n## The Tragic, Liberating Message About Manliness Hidden in American Tall\nTales\n\n## Hector and Achilles: Two Paths to Manliness\n\n## Podcast #243: Becoming a Barbarian\n\n## Courage Vs. 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Does it seem like your summer lasted forever, that it slowly\nfloated along in a hot haze? Or did these last few months seem to go by in a\nblink?\n\nYour answer to that question will likely depend on your age. If you’re a young\nbuck, you’ll probably feel like you fit six months into the last three. If\nyou’re longer in the tooth, chances are your summer seems to have gone by in a\nquick blur – much like the rest of your year.\n\nWhy does time seem to slow down when you’re young, and speed up as you get\nolder? You may have heard it said that this phenomenon can be chalked up to\nthe fact that when you’re younger, each year comprises a larger percentage of\nyour total lifespan and thus feels more sizeable; one year is 1/14 of your\nlife when you’re fourteen, but only 1/40 when you’re 40.\n\nThat’s a fun theory, but there’s an actual neurological reason for how our\nperception of time changes as we age. And once you understand it, you can\nbecome something of a time wizard — quickening or slowing the way time feels,\nand even making your life seem longer than it really is.\n\n### Living on Brain Time\n\nTime is a fixed dimension. “Clock time” can be broken into minutes, seconds,\nand nanoseconds, and can be objectively measured. Even without an external\nchronometer to aid us, our internal clocks often do an excellent job of\ntracking time; if I asked you to guess the time right now, you’d probably be\npretty close.\n\nYet how we perceive time is not always so accurate. Depending on our\ncircumstances, time may seem to contract or expand, speed up or slow down. Dr.\nDavid Eagleman, neuroscientist and foremost researcher on time perception,\ncalls this phenomenon “brain time,” and unlike clock time, its measurements\nare very subjective.\n\nIn contrast to our other senses like touch and taste, which are located in\nspecific parts of our brains, our sense of time is woven throughout our neural\nmatter. As Eagleman puts it, time is “metasensory” and “rides on top of all\nthe others.” Because our perception of time is intricately tied up with our\nemotions and memories, the information we take in about how our hours are\nspent isn’t raw data. Instead, Eagleman explains, our minds filter the info\nbefore presenting it to us:\n\n> “the brain goes through a lot of trouble to edit and present this story to\n> you of what’s going on out there and how fast or slowly it happens. What\n> your brain’s telling you [that] you see is not always what’s out there. It’s\n> trying to put together the best, most useful story of what’s happening out\n> there in the world.”\n\nTime then, Eagleman argues, is ultimately “a construction of the brain.”\n\n### Does “Matrix” Time Exist?\n\nTo understand when, how, and why your brain edits your perception of time,\nit’s useful to begin with what happens to your “brain time” when faced with a\nlife-threatening situation. If you’ve ever felt close to death – gotten into a\ncar wreck, engaged in a firefight, fell off a roof – you likely felt that time\nexpanded during those fraught moments, and that everything happened in slow\nmotion, a la The Matrix. In the aftermath, you probably remembered the\nexperience in vivid detail.\n\nDr. Eagleman wanted to find out if people’s brains were really slowing down\ntheir perception of the world during these life-threatening situations, or if\nsomething else was going on. So he took a group of participants to one of the\nscariest “amusement” rides in the world: the SCAD. Riders are dropped, on\ntheir backs, into a 100-foot freefall. Those who try it typically find the\nexperience utterly terrifying. Eagleman had his participants wear a wristwatch\nand asked them to look at it during their freefall. The watch would flash a\ndigital read-out of a number a split-second too fast for the human eye to\nregister under normal conditions. If fear slows down our perception of\nreality, Eagleman reasoned, the participants would be able to see the number\nas they dropped. Yet none were able to do so.\n\nAfter their experience on the SCAD, Eagleman asked the participants to imagine\ntheir fall and how long it had taken. Though they had been able to accurately\nguess the time of others’ falls, when it came to estimating their own drop,\nthey invariably felt it had taken 30% longer than it actually had.\n\nFrom these results, Eagleman posited that time doesn’t actually slow down when\nwe’re fearing for our lives. Instead, scary situations send our amygdala – a\npart of the brain connected with memory and emotion – into overdrive, spurring\nthe brain to record much more detail than normal. Because the brain lays down\nsuch rich, dense memories of those moments, when you later look back on the\nexperience, there’s a lot more “footage” than normal to run through, making\nthe experience seem like it lasted longer than it actually did.\n\n### Novelty and Our Sense of Time\n\nTime will not only seem to expand during life-threatening situations, but also\nwhenever we encounter something novel or do something new.\n\nIn another experiment, Eagleman had participants sit in front of a computer\nscreen that continuously flashed the same image of a shoe. Every once in\nawhile, the monotony was broken with a picture of a flower. The participants\nbelieved that the flower stayed on the screen longer, when in fact it cycled\nthrough just as quickly as the shoes.\n\nIt may be that the flower seemed to linger because its novelty spurred the\nparticipants to pay greater attention to it (more attention=more memory laid\ndown=perception of longer duration). But it’s equally possible that the flower\nseemed to stay longer because the pictures of the shoes became compressed.\nThrough a cognitive phenomenon called “repetition suppression,” once the brain\nhas been exposed repeatedly to the same stimuli, it doesn’t have to expend as\nmuch time and energy recognizing it. The first time the brain encounters\nsomething, it utilizes a high amount of cognitive resources in order to make\nsense of it. The novelty of the stimulus spurs the mind to capture a lot of\ndetail, which makes the encounter seem longer. With each exposure to the same\nstimuli, the energy required to identify it goes down, as does how long your\nencounter with it seems to last; the brain develops little neural shortcuts,\nallowing it to recognize the stimulus much more efficiently. Thus for the\nparticipants in the study, the shoe images would have appeared to stay on the\nscreen for a shorter duration than they actually did, making the flash of an\noccasional flower seem longer in contrast.\n\n“Repetition suppression” is also in effect when we encounter predictable\npatterns. The brain knows what’s coming and doesn’t have to work very hard to\nprepare for what’s around the bend. For example, when you see “1, 2, 3, 4...”\nyour brain’s energy expenditure rises on #1, and then greatly falls off once\nit recognizes the familiar pattern.\n\n### But Doesn’t Time Fly When You’re Having Fun?\n\nWhat may be puzzling about Eagleman’s research is that it seems to contradict\npopular maxims like “Time flies when you’re having fun,” and “The watched pot\nnever boils.” Don’t exciting and novel experiences speed up time rather than\nslow it down?\n\nI posed this question to Dr. Eagleman, who explained to me that there are two\ntypes of time perception: prospective and retrospective. Prospective time\noccurs when you’re in the moment, and your brain is anticipating what will\nhappen next. When you’re busy and a lot is happening, “your mind is no longer\nattending to time at that moment — you’re not checking your watch or clock —\nso it seems like time is going by fast.” If you’ve ever been a waiter on a\nbusy night, you know your shift can fly by — your mind is super focused on\nserving customers and what your next task is rather than on the clock.\n\nThe flip side of prospective time occurs in situations that lack stimuli to\nengage your brain. If you’re in a boring meeting, or on a long flight, “your\nmind is deeply attuned to time because you’re always checking your watch every\n10 minutes or so.” You have little else to do besides watch the minutes tick\nby, which makes time seem to slow way down.\n\nOnce your mind reflects on what you’ve been doing (which happens pretty\nimmediately), you transition into retrospective time. If you’ve been doing\nsomething boring and bereft of stimuli, your brain won’t have recorded much\n“footage” from the experience, and it will seem like a quick episode – a waft\nof cerebral nothingness – in your memory. If you look back on that boring\nmeeting or long flight, it barely registers as a happening in your brain.\n\nBut when you reflect on a dangerous or novel experience, your mind’s got\nplenty of detailed footage for you to peruse. Your brain interprets this fact\nthusly: “That must have taken a long time because I don’t normally retain that\nmuch detail about events.”\n\nHence, time does fly when you’re having fun, but then stretches out in your\nmemory.\n\n### How to Become a Time Wizard and Slow or Quicken Your Perception of Time\n\nAs you’ve been reading along, you’ve probably already been thinking about how\nthis research applies to your own life, and at last you know the answer to the\nquestion we posed at the start: why does time seem to slow down when you’re\nyoung, and speed up as you get older?\n\nWhen you’re young, everything is new – you’re constantly figuring out how the\nworld works and learning the rules that govern nature and society. And you’re\nregularly engaging in “firsts”: first day of school, first time driving, first\nreal job, and so on. With all this novelty, your brain is regularly laying\ndown the kind of rich, dense memories that stretch out your perception of\ntime.\n\nIn contrast, when you’re an adult, you’ve pretty much been there and done\nthat. You’ve discovered the patterns of life, and your day-to-day doings are\nlikely much more routine and predictable. Your brain doesn’t have any reason\nto expend energy on capturing your repetitious and predictable morning\ncommute, ceremonial eating of a ham sandwich at your desk at work, and nightly\nwatching of Game of Thrones. “Nothing to see here,” your brain says, and its\ncamera clicks off. Thus, when you look back on each week, month, and year,\nthere’s very little footage to read out, and your life seems to have passed in\na fleeting blur.\n\nThose who live a mundane, repetitious life are actually hit with a double\nwhammy: in the midst of their boring day-to-day lives (prospective time), time\nseems to drag interminably on. Yet when they reflect on their lives\n(retrospective time), it seems to have sped by!\n\nYet such a fate is not inevitable. The very cool thing about this research is\nthat it shows us how easily time can be manipulated – how “rubbery” it is, as\nEagleman puts it. You have it in your power to slow down (or speed up) your\nperception of time. You can’t literally make your life longer, but you can\nmake it seem longer. All you need to do is regularly inject a little novelty\ninto it. Think about the last time you went on a great, action-packed\nvacation. Dimes to donuts, at the end of the trip, you said something like,\n“We were only here a week, but I feel like we’ve been gone forever.” All that\nnew adventure slowed down your perception of time. Even as we get older, we\ncan still seek out new horizons and new “firsts.”\n\nYou don’t have to do big things like traveling in order to stretch out time\neither. Eagleman says that even very small changes that “shake up your neural\ncircuits” will do the trick. He recommends trying things like:\n\n * Switching the wrist you put your watch on\n * Changing around the arrangement of your furniture at home\n * Driving a different way to work\n\nOnce you start looking for them, you can find tons of ways to mix things up\nand re-capture your youthful curiosity and penchant for exploration. My\nfavorite of Eagleman’s suggestions is simple but incredibly important:\nengaging in life-long learning. Just because you’re no longer roaming through\nan endless summer, doesn’t mean there isn’t a world of fascinating knowledge\nout there still to discover.\n\nWhen you reach the end of your days, and look back over the course of your\nlife, you can either feel like you were just 18 yesterday and that the\nsubsequent decades passed in the blink of an eye; or, you can run the tape on\na seemingly never-ending stream of rich footage of your many adventures, your\ninteresting everyday life, and the wealth of knowledge you accumulated. If the\nlatter, instead of seeing your life flash before your eyes, you will enjoy the\nsatisfaction of watching it languidly unfold and relish the sense of having\nfit several lifetimes into a single one.\n\nIllustrations by Ted Slampyak\n\nLast updated: July 14, 2016\n\nPrevious Post\n\nNext Post\n\nShow Comments\n\n * Contact\n * Advertise\n * Comment Policy\n * Legal\n\nThe Art of Manliness Copyright © 2017 All Rights Reserved\n\nBuilt with iThemes Builder on WordPress by Screen Four\n\n * A Man’s Life\n * Dress & Grooming\n * Manly Skills\n * Relationships & Family\n * Health & Sports\n * Shop\n * More\n\n * Travel & Leisure\n * Podcast\n * About\n * Archives\n * Videos\n * Community\n * Back\n * Strenuouslife\n\n"}],"string":"[\n {\n \"original_url\": \"https://www.livescience.com/2117-time-slow-emergencies.html\",\n \"archive_url\": \"http://web.archive.org/web/20211109234544/https://www.livescience.com/2117-time-slow-emergencies.html\",\n \"parsed_text\": {\n \"title\": \"Why Time Seems to Slow Down in Emergencies\",\n \"passages\": [\n \"Live Science is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more\",\n \"A volunteer, left, prepares to drop 150 feet at up to 70 mph to study how the human mind perceives time when in danger. At right, another volunteer has to be wondering whether the pursuit of science is worth all this. (Image credit: David Eagleman et al.)\",\n \"In The Matrix, the hero Neo could dodge bullets because time moved in slow motion for him during battles. Indeed, in the real world, people in danger often feel as if time slowed down for them.\",\n \"This warping of time apparently does not result from the brain speeding up from adrenaline when in danger. Instead, this feeling seems to be an illusion, scientists now find.\",\n \"To see if danger makes people experience time in slow motion, scientists at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston tried scaring volunteers. However, roller coasters and other frightening amusement park rides did not cause enough fear to make time warp.\",\n \"Instead, the researchers dropped volunteers from great heights. Scientists had volunteers dive backward with no ropes attached, into a special net that helped break their fall. They reached 70 mph during the roughly three-second, 150-foot drop.\",\n \"\\\"It's the scariest thing I have ever done,\\\" said researcher David Eagleman, a neuroscientist at Baylor College of Medicine. \\\"I knew it was perfectly safe, and I also knew that it would be the perfect way to make people feel as though an event took much longer than it actually did.\\\"\",\n \"To see if this meant people in danger could actually see and perceive more—like a video camera in slow motion can—Eagleman and his colleagues developed a device called a \\\"perceptual chronometer\\\" that was strapped onto volunteers' wrists. This watch-like device flickered numbers on its screen. The scientists could adjust the speed at which numbers appeared until they were too fast to see.\",\n \"If the brain sped up when in danger, the researchers theorized numbers on the perceptual chronometers would appear slow enough to read while volunteers fell. Instead, the scientists found that volunteers could not read the numbers at faster-than-normal speeds.\",\n \"Instead, such time warping seems to be a trick played by one's memory. When a person is scared, a brain area called the amygdala becomes more active, laying down an extra set of memories that go along with those normally taken care of by other parts of the brain.\",\n \"\\\"In this way, frightening events are associated with richer and denser memories,\\\" Eagleman explained. \\\"And the more memory you have of an event, the longer you believe it took.\\\"\",\n \"Eagleman added this illusion \\\"is related to the phenomenon that time seems to speed up as you grow older. When you're a child, you lay down rich memories for all your experiences; when you're older, you've seen it all before and lay down fewer memories. Therefore, when a child looks back at the end of a summer, it seems to have lasted forever; adults think it zoomed by.\\\"\",\n \"This work could help better understand disorders linked with timing, such as schizophrenia. Still, in the end, \\\"it's really about understanding the virtual reality machinery that we're trapped in,\\\" Eagleman told LiveScience. \\\"Our brain constructs this reality for us that, if we look closely, we can find all these strange illusions in. The fact that we're now seeing this with how we perceive time is new.\\\"\",\n \"Charles Q. Choi is a contributing writer for Live Science and Space.com. He covers all things human origins and astronomy as well as physics, animals and general science topics. Charles has a Master of Arts degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia, School of Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of South Florida. Charles has visited every continent on Earth, drinking rancid yak butter tea in Lhasa, snorkeling with sea lions in the Galapagos and even climbing an iceberg in Antarctica.\",\n \"By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.\",\n \"Live Science is part of Future US Inc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. Visit our corporate site.\"\n ]\n },\n \"parsed_md\": \"Why Time Seems to Slow Down in Emergencies | Live Science\\n\\nSkip to main content\\n\\nLive Science is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on\\nour site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more\\n\\n# Why Time Seems to Slow Down in Emergencies\\n\\nBy Charles Q. Choi 11 December 2007\\n\\nA volunteer, left, prepares to drop 150 feet at up to 70 mph to study how the\\nhuman mind perceives time when in danger. At right, another volunteer has to\\nbe wondering whether the pursuit of science is worth all this. (Image credit:\\nDavid Eagleman et al.)\\n\\nIn The Matrix, the hero Neo could dodge bullets because time moved in slow\\nmotion for him during battles. Indeed, in the real world, people in danger\\noften feel as if time slowed down for them.\\n\\nThis warping of time apparently does not result from the brain speeding up\\nfrom adrenaline when in danger. Instead, this feeling seems to be an illusion,\\nscientists now find.\\n\\nTo see if danger makes people experience time in slow motion, scientists at\\nBaylor College of Medicine in Houston tried scaring volunteers. However,\\nroller coasters and other frightening amusement park rides did not cause\\nenough fear to make time warp.\\n\\nInstead, the researchers dropped volunteers from great heights. Scientists had\\nvolunteers dive backward with no ropes attached, into a special net that\\nhelped break their fall. They reached 70 mph during the roughly three-second,\\n150-foot drop.\\n\\n\\\"It's the scariest thing I have ever done,\\\" said researcher David Eagleman, a\\nneuroscientist at Baylor College of Medicine. \\\"I knew it was perfectly safe,\\nand I also knew that it would be the perfect way to make people feel as though\\nan event took much longer than it actually did.\\\"\\n\\nIndeed, volunteers estimated their own fall lasted about a third longer than\\ndives they saw other volunteers take.\\n\\nTo see if this meant people in danger could actually see and perceive\\nmore—like a video camera in slow motion can—Eagleman and his colleagues\\ndeveloped a device called a \\\"perceptual chronometer\\\" that was strapped onto\\nvolunteers' wrists. This watch-like device flickered numbers on its screen.\\nThe scientists could adjust the speed at which numbers appeared until they\\nwere too fast to see.\\n\\nIf the brain sped up when in danger, the researchers theorized numbers on the\\nperceptual chronometers would appear slow enough to read while volunteers\\nfell. Instead, the scientists found that volunteers could not read the numbers\\nat faster-than-normal speeds.\\n\\n\\\"We discovered that people are not like Neo in The Matrix, dodging bullets in\\nslow-mo,\\\" Eagleman said.\\n\\nMemory trick\\n\\nInstead, such time warping seems to be a trick played by one's memory. When a\\nperson is scared, a brain area called the amygdala becomes more active, laying\\ndown an extra set of memories that go along with those normally taken care of\\nby other parts of the brain.\\n\\n\\\"In this way, frightening events are associated with richer and denser\\nmemories,\\\" Eagleman explained. \\\"And the more memory you have of an event, the\\nlonger you believe it took.\\\"\\n\\nEagleman added this illusion \\\"is related to the phenomenon that time seems to\\nspeed up as you grow older. When you're a child, you lay down rich memories\\nfor all your experiences; when you're older, you've seen it all before and lay\\ndown fewer memories. Therefore, when a child looks back at the end of a\\nsummer, it seems to have lasted forever; adults think it zoomed by.\\\"\\n\\nThis work could help better understand disorders linked with timing, such as\\nschizophrenia. Still, in the end, \\\"it's really about understanding the virtual\\nreality machinery that we're trapped in,\\\" Eagleman told LiveScience. \\\"Our\\nbrain constructs this reality for us that, if we look closely, we can find all\\nthese strange illusions in. The fact that we're now seeing this with how we\\nperceive time is new.\\\"\\n\\nEagleman and his colleagues detailed their findings online Dec. 11 in the\\njournal PLoS ONE.\\n\\n * Video: Eagleman's Wild Time Experiments\\n * Top 10 Mysteries of the Mind\\n * Time Travel: Is it Possible?\\n\\nCharles Q. Choi\\n\\nLive Science Contributor\\n\\nCharles Q. Choi is a contributing writer for Live Science and Space.com. He\\ncovers all things human origins and astronomy as well as physics, animals and\\ngeneral science topics. Charles has a Master of Arts degree from the\\nUniversity of Missouri-Columbia, School of Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts\\ndegree from the University of South Florida. 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Visit our corporate site.\\n\\n© Future US, Inc. 11 West 42nd Street, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10036.\\n\\n\"\n },\n {\n \"original_url\": \"https://harekrishnatemple.com/chapter7.html\",\n \"archive_url\": \"http://web.archive.org/web/20210419192957/https://harekrishnatemple.com/chapter7.html\",\n \"parsed_text\": {\n \"title\": \"Chanting Hare Krishna\",\n \"passages\": [\n \"The transcendental vibration established by the chanting of Hare Krsna, Hare Krsna, Krsna Krsna, Hare Hare, Hare Rama, Hare Rama, Rama Rama, Hare Hare is the sublime method of reviving our Krsna consciousness. As living spiritual souls we are all originally Krsna conscious entities, but due to our association with matter from time immemorial, our consciousness is now polluted by the material atmosphere. The material atmosphere, in which we are now living, is called Maya, or illusion. Maya means \\\"that which is not.\\\" And what is this illusion? The illusion is that we are all trying to be lords of material nature, while actually we are under the grip of her stringent laws. When a servant artificially tries to imitate the all-powerful master, this is called illusion. In this polluted concept of life, we are all trying to exploit the resources of material nature, but actually we are becoming more and more entangled in her complexities. Therefore, although we are engaged in a hard struggle to conquer nature, we are ever more dependent on her. This illusory struggle against material nature can be stopped at once by the revival of our Krsna consciousness. Krsna consciousness is not an artificial imposition of the mind; this consciousness is the original energy of the living entity. When we hear the transcendental vibration, this consciousness is revived. And this is the process recommended for this age by authorities. By practical experience also, one can perceive that by chanting this maha- mantra or the Great Chanting for Deliverance, one can at once feel a transcendental ecstasy coming through from the spiritual stratum. And when one is factually on the plane of spiritual understanding-surpassing the stages of the senses, mind, and intelligence-one is situated on the transcendental plane.\",\n \"This chanting of Hare Krsna, Hare Krsna, Krsna Krsna, Hare Hare/Hare Rama, Hare Rama, Rama Rama, Hare Hare is directly enacted from the spiritual platform, and thus this sound vibration surpasses all lower strata of consciousness-namely sensual, mental, and intellectual. There is no need, therefore, to understand the language of the mantra, nor is there any need for mental speculation or any intellectual adjustment for chanting this maha- mantra. It springs automatically from the spiritual platform, and as such, anyone can take part in the chanting without any previous qualification, and dance in ecstasy.\",\n \"We have seen this practically. Even a child can take part in the chanting, or even a dog can take part in it. Of course, for one who is too entangled in material life, it takes a little more time to come to the standard point, but even such a materially engrossed man is raised to the spiritual platform very quickly. When the mantra is chanted by a pure devotee of the Lord in love, it has the greatest efficacy on the hearers, and as such, this chanting should be heard from the lips of a pure devotee of the Lord, so that immediate effects can be achieved. As far as possible, chanting from the lips of non-devotees should be avoided. Milk touched by the lips of a serpent has poisonous effects.\",\n \"The word Hara is the form of addressing the energy of the Lord, and the words Krsna and Rama are addressing the Lord Himself. Both Krsna and Rama mean \\\"the supreme pleasure\\\" and Hara is the supreme pleasure energy of the Lord, changed to hare in the vocative. The supreme pleasure energy of the Lord helps us to reach the Lord.\",\n \"The material energy, called Maya, is also one of the multi energies of the Lord. And we, the living entities, are also the energy-marginal energy-of the Lord. The living entities are described as superior to material energy. When the superior energy is in contact with the inferior energy, an incompatible situation arises; but when the superior marginal energy is in contact with the superior energy, called Hara, the living entity is established in his happy, normal condition.\",\n \"These three words, namely Hare, Krsna, and Rama, are transcendental seeds of the maha-mantra. The chanting is a spiritual call for the Lord and His internal energy, Hara, to give protection to the conditioned soul. This chanting is exactly like the genuine cry of a child for its mother. Mother Hara helps the devotee achieve the grace of the supreme Father, Hari, or Krsna, and the Lord reveals Himself to the devotee who chants this mantra sincerely.\",\n \"Srila Prabhupada set the rule that one should chant at least sixteen rounds a day if one is initiated. The best time for chanting is in the morning hours. Though Lord Caitanya mentions that there are no hard or fast rules for chanting, it is still important to know that the chanting is accompanied by following the regulative principles. However, since there are no hard and fast rules one can chant anytime and at any place. The most recommended way to chant is in association of devotees. It is also advantageous to chant in front of Tulasi devi. One main point that Mahaprabhu stressed is the attitude while chanting:\",\n \"\\\"One should chant the holy name of the Lord in a humble state of mind, thinking oneself lower than the straw on the street, being more tolerant than a tree and always ready to offer all respects to others. In such a state of mind one can chant the holy name of the Lord constantly.\\\"\",\n \"In regards of chanting during kirtan, there are certain rules, e.g. specific melodies and songs to be chanted in the temple. The classical melodies can be heard on the Vaisnava Songs link.\",\n \"If you came to this page from the 'Introduction to Krishna Consciousness' please click the back button on your browser to continue reading the introduction. If you are participating in the bhakta program use the links below to continue your study.\"\n ]\n },\n \"parsed_md\": \"Chanting Hare Krishna\\n\\nBack Home Table of Contents\\n\\n## Chapter 7- Chanting Hare Krishna\\n\\nHis Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada\\n\\nListen to Prabhupada's explanation & kirtan below\\n\\nThe transcendental vibration established by the chanting of Hare Krsna, Hare\\nKrsna, Krsna Krsna, Hare Hare, Hare Rama, Hare Rama, Rama Rama, Hare Hare is\\nthe sublime method of reviving our Krsna consciousness. As living spiritual\\nsouls we are all originally Krsna conscious entities, but due to our\\nassociation with matter from time immemorial, our consciousness is now\\npolluted by the material atmosphere. The material atmosphere, in which we are\\nnow living, is called Maya, or illusion. Maya means \\\"that which is not.\\\" And\\nwhat is this illusion? The illusion is that we are all trying to be lords of\\nmaterial nature, while actually we are under the grip of her stringent laws.\\nWhen a servant artificially tries to imitate the all-powerful master, this is\\ncalled illusion. In this polluted concept of life, we are all trying to\\nexploit the resources of material nature, but actually we are becoming more\\nand more entangled in her complexities. Therefore, although we are engaged in\\na hard struggle to conquer nature, we are ever more dependent on her. This\\nillusory struggle against material nature can be stopped at once by the\\nrevival of our Krsna consciousness. Krsna consciousness is not an artificial\\nimposition of the mind; this consciousness is the original energy of the\\nliving entity. When we hear the transcendental vibration, this consciousness\\nis revived. And this is the process recommended for this age by authorities.\\nBy practical experience also, one can perceive that by chanting this maha-\\nmantra or the Great Chanting for Deliverance, one can at once feel a\\ntranscendental ecstasy coming through from the spiritual stratum. And when one\\nis factually on the plane of spiritual understanding-surpassing the stages of\\nthe senses, mind, and intelligence-one is situated on the transcendental\\nplane.\\n\\nThis chanting of Hare Krsna, Hare Krsna, Krsna Krsna, Hare Hare/Hare Rama,\\nHare Rama, Rama Rama, Hare Hare is directly enacted from the spiritual\\nplatform, and thus this sound vibration surpasses all lower strata of\\nconsciousness-namely sensual, mental, and intellectual. There is no need,\\ntherefore, to understand the language of the mantra, nor is there any need for\\nmental speculation or any intellectual adjustment for chanting this maha-\\nmantra. It springs automatically from the spiritual platform, and as such,\\nanyone can take part in the chanting without any previous qualification, and\\ndance in ecstasy.\\n\\nWe have seen this practically. Even a child can take part in the chanting, or\\neven a dog can take part in it. Of course, for one who is too entangled in\\nmaterial life, it takes a little more time to come to the standard point, but\\neven such a materially engrossed man is raised to the spiritual platform very\\nquickly. When the mantra is chanted by a pure devotee of the Lord in love, it\\nhas the greatest efficacy on the hearers, and as such, this chanting should be\\nheard from the lips of a pure devotee of the Lord, so that immediate effects\\ncan be achieved. As far as possible, chanting from the lips of non-devotees\\nshould be avoided. Milk touched by the lips of a serpent has poisonous\\neffects.\\n\\nThe word Hara is the form of addressing the energy of the Lord, and the words\\nKrsna and Rama are addressing the Lord Himself. Both Krsna and Rama mean \\\"the\\nsupreme pleasure\\\" and Hara is the supreme pleasure energy of the Lord, changed\\nto hare in the vocative. The supreme pleasure energy of the Lord helps us to\\nreach the Lord.\\n\\nThe material energy, called Maya, is also one of the multi energies of the\\nLord. And we, the living entities, are also the energy-marginal energy-of the\\nLord. The living entities are described as superior to material energy. When\\nthe superior energy is in contact with the inferior energy, an incompatible\\nsituation arises; but when the superior marginal energy is in contact with the\\nsuperior energy, called Hara, the living entity is established in his happy,\\nnormal condition.\\n\\nThese three words, namely Hare, Krsna, and Rama, are transcendental seeds of\\nthe maha-mantra. The chanting is a spiritual call for the Lord and His\\ninternal energy, Hara, to give protection to the conditioned soul. This\\nchanting is exactly like the genuine cry of a child for its mother. Mother\\nHara helps the devotee achieve the grace of the supreme Father, Hari, or\\nKrsna, and the Lord reveals Himself to the devotee who chants this mantra\\nsincerely.\\n\\nNo other means of spiritual realization, therefore, is as effective in this\\nage as chanting the maha-mantra:\\n\\nHare Krsna, Hare Krsna, Krsna Krsna, Hare Hare Hare Rama, Hare Rama, Rama\\nRama, Hare Hare\\n\\nCaitanya Mahaprabhu dreaming of Radha-Krsna\\n\\nHow often and where should one chant?\\n\\nSrila Prabhupada set the rule that one should chant at least sixteen rounds a\\nday if one is initiated. The best time for chanting is in the morning hours.\\nThough Lord Caitanya mentions that there are no hard or fast rules for\\nchanting, it is still important to know that the chanting is accompanied by\\nfollowing the regulative principles. However, since there are no hard and fast\\nrules one can chant anytime and at any place. The most recommended way to\\nchant is in association of devotees. It is also advantageous to chant in front\\nof Tulasi devi. One main point that Mahaprabhu stressed is the attitude while\\nchanting:\\n\\ntrnad api sunicena taror api sahisnuna amanina manadena kirtaniya sada hari\\n(Siksastaka 3)\\n\\n\\\"One should chant the holy name of the Lord in a humble state of mind,\\nthinking oneself lower than the straw on the street, being more tolerant than\\na tree and always ready to offer all respects to others. In such a state of\\nmind one can chant the holy name of the Lord constantly.\\\"\\n\\nIn regards of chanting during kirtan, there are certain rules, e.g. specific\\nmelodies and songs to be chanted in the temple. The classical melodies can be\\nheard on the Vaisnava Songs link.\\n\\nIf you came to this page from the 'Introduction to Krishna Consciousness'\\nplease click the back button on your browser to continue reading the\\nintroduction. If you are participating in the bhakta program use the links\\nbelow to continue your study.\\n\\n| Chapter 6 - Tilak| Chapter 8- Four Regulative Principles| Table of Contents \\n---|---|--- \\n \\nCopyright © 2020 Sanatana Dharma Foundation\\n\\n\"\n },\n {\n \"original_url\": \"https://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/21/opinion/sunday/fast-time-and-the-aging-mind.html\",\n \"archive_url\": \"http://web.archive.org/web/20210511183522/https://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/21/opinion/sunday/fast-time-and-the-aging-mind.html?_r=0\",\n \"parsed_text\": {\n \"title\": \"Fast Time and the Aging Mind - The New York Times\",\n \"passages\": [\n \"AH, the languorous days of endless summer! Who among us doesn’t remember those days and wonder wistfully where they’ve gone? Why does time seem to speed up as we age? Even the summer solstice — the longest, sunniest day of the year — seems to have passed in a flash.\",\n \"No less than the great William James opined on the matter, thinking that the apparent speed of time’s passage was a result of adults’ experiencing fewer memorable events:\",\n \"“Each passing year converts some of this experience into automatic routine which we hardly note at all, the days and the weeks smooth themselves out in recollection to contentless units, and the years grow hollow and collapse.”\",\n \"Don’t despair. I am happy to tell you that the apparent velocity of time is a big fat cognitive illusion and happy to say there may be a way to slow the velocity of our later lives.\",\n \"Although the sense that we perceive time as accelerating as we age is very common, it is hard to prove experimentally. In one of the largest studies to date, Dr. Marc Wittmann of the Institute for Frontier Areas of Psychology and Mental Health, in Germany, interviewed 499 German and Austrian subjects ranging in age from 14 to 94 years; he asked each subject how quickly time seemed to pass during the previous week, month, year and decade. Surprisingly, there were few differences related to age. With one exception: when researchers asked the subjects about the 10-year interval, older subjects were far more likely than the younger subjects to report that the last decade had passed quickly.\",\n \"Other, non-age-related factors influence our perception of time. Recent research shows that emotions affect our perception of time. For example, Dr. Sylvie Droit-Volet, a psychology professor at Blaise Pascal University, in France, manipulated subjects’ emotional state by showing them movies that excited fear or sadness and then asked them to estimate the duration of the visual stimulus. She found that time appears to pass more slowly when we are afraid.\",\n \"Attention and memory play a part in our perception of time. To accurately gauge the passage of time required to accomplish a given task, you have to be able to focus and remember a sequence of information. That’s partly why someone with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder has trouble judging time intervals and grows impatient with what seems like the slow passage of time.\",\n \"The neurotransmitter dopamine is critically important to our ability to process time. Stimulants like Ritalin and Adderall, which increase dopamine function in the brain, have the effect of speeding up time perception; antipsychotic drugs, which block dopamine receptors, have the opposite effect.\",\n \"On the whole, most of us perceive short intervals of time similarly, regardless of age. Why, then, do older people look back at long stretches of their lives and feel it’s a race to the finish?\",\n \"Here’s a possible answer: think about what it’s like when you learn something for the first time — for example how, when you are young, you learn to ride a bike or navigate your way home from school. It takes time to learn new tasks and to encode them in your memory. And when you are learning about the world for the first time, you are forming a fairly steady stream of new memories of events, places and people.\",\n \"When, as an adult, you look back at your childhood experiences, they appear to unfold in slow motion probably because the sheer number of them gives you the impression that they must have taken forever to acquire. So when you recall the summer vacation when you first learned to swim or row a boat, it feels endless.\",\n \"But this is merely an illusion, the way adults understand the past when they look through the telescope of lost time. This, though, is not an illusion: almost all of us faced far steeper learning curves when we were young. Most adults do not explore and learn about the world the way they did when they were young; adult life lacks the constant discovery and endless novelty of childhood.\",\n \"Studies have shown that the greater the cognitive demands of a task, the longer its duration is perceived to be. Dr. David Eagleman at Baylor College of Medicine found that repeated stimuli appear briefer in duration than novel stimuli of equal duration. Is it possible that learning new things might slow down our internal sense of time?\",\n \"The question and the possibility it presents put me in mind of my father, who died a few years ago at age 86. An engineer by training, he read constantly after he retired. His range was enormous; he read about everything from astronomy to natural history, travel and gardening. I remember once discovering dozens of magazines and journals in the house and was convinced that my parents had become the victims of a mail-order scam.\",\n \"Thinking I’d help with the clutter, I began to bundle up the magazines for recycling when my father angrily confronted me, demanding to know what the hell I was doing. “I read all of these,” he said.\",\n \"And then it dawned on me. I cannot recall his ever having remarked on how fast or slow his life seemed to be going. He was constantly learning, always alive to new ideas and experience. Maybe that’s why he never seemed to notice that time was passing.\",\n \"So what, you might say, if we have an illusion about time speeding up? But it matters, I think, because the distortion signals that we might squeeze more out of life.\",\n \"It’s simple: if you want time to slow down, become a student again. Learn something that requires sustained effort; do something novel. Put down the thriller when you’re sitting on the beach and break out a book on evolutionary theory or Spanish for beginners or a how-to book on something you’ve always wanted to do. Take a new route to work; vacation at an unknown spot. And take your sweet time about it.\"\n ]\n },\n \"parsed_md\": \"Opinion | Fast Time and the Aging Mind - The New York Times\\n\\nSkip to contentSkip to site index\\n\\nSunday Review\\n\\nToday’s Paper\\n\\nSunday Review|Fast Time and the Aging Mind\\n\\nhttps://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/21/opinion/sunday/fast-time-and-the-aging-\\nmind.html\\n\\nAdvertisement\\n\\nContinue reading the main story\\n\\nSupported by\\n\\nContinue reading the main story\\n\\nOpinion\\n\\n# Fast Time and the Aging Mind\\n\\nBy Richard A. Friedman\\n\\n * July 20, 2013\\n\\nCredit...Gwendal Le Bec\\n\\nAH, the languorous days of endless summer! Who among us doesn’t remember those\\ndays and wonder wistfully where they’ve gone? Why does time seem to speed up\\nas we age? Even the summer solstice — the longest, sunniest day of the year —\\nseems to have passed in a flash.\\n\\nNo less than the great William James opined on the matter, thinking that the\\napparent speed of time’s passage was a result of adults’ experiencing fewer\\nmemorable events:\\n\\n“Each passing year converts some of this experience into automatic routine\\nwhich we hardly note at all, the days and the weeks smooth themselves out in\\nrecollection to contentless units, and the years grow hollow and collapse.”\\n\\nDon’t despair. I am happy to tell you that the apparent velocity of time is a\\nbig fat cognitive illusion and happy to say there may be a way to slow the\\nvelocity of our later lives.\\n\\nAlthough the sense that we perceive time as accelerating as we age is very\\ncommon, it is hard to prove experimentally. In one of the largest studies to\\ndate, Dr. Marc Wittmann of the Institute for Frontier Areas of Psychology and\\nMental Health, in Germany, interviewed 499 German and Austrian subjects\\nranging in age from 14 to 94 years; he asked each subject how quickly time\\nseemed to pass during the previous week, month, year and decade. Surprisingly,\\nthere were few differences related to age. With one exception: when\\nresearchers asked the subjects about the 10-year interval, older subjects were\\nfar more likely than the younger subjects to report that the last decade had\\npassed quickly.\\n\\nOther, non-age-related factors influence our perception of time. Recent\\nresearch shows that emotions affect our perception of time. For example, Dr.\\nSylvie Droit-Volet, a psychology professor at Blaise Pascal University, in\\nFrance, manipulated subjects’ emotional state by showing them movies that\\nexcited fear or sadness and then asked them to estimate the duration of the\\nvisual stimulus. She found that time appears to pass more slowly when we are\\nafraid.\\n\\nAttention and memory play a part in our perception of time. To accurately\\ngauge the passage of time required to accomplish a given task, you have to be\\nable to focus and remember a sequence of information. That’s partly why\\nsomeone with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder has trouble judging time\\nintervals and grows impatient with what seems like the slow passage of time.\\n\\nThe neurotransmitter dopamine is critically important to our ability to\\nprocess time. Stimulants like Ritalin and Adderall, which increase dopamine\\nfunction in the brain, have the effect of speeding up time perception;\\nantipsychotic drugs, which block dopamine receptors, have the opposite effect.\\n\\nOn the whole, most of us perceive short intervals of time similarly,\\nregardless of age. Why, then, do older people look back at long stretches of\\ntheir lives and feel it’s a race to the finish?\\n\\nHere’s a possible answer: think about what it’s like when you learn something\\nfor the first time — for example how, when you are young, you learn to ride a\\nbike or navigate your way home from school. It takes time to learn new tasks\\nand to encode them in your memory. And when you are learning about the world\\nfor the first time, you are forming a fairly steady stream of new memories of\\nevents, places and people.\\n\\nWhen, as an adult, you look back at your childhood experiences, they appear to\\nunfold in slow motion probably because the sheer number of them gives you the\\nimpression that they must have taken forever to acquire. So when you recall\\nthe summer vacation when you first learned to swim or row a boat, it feels\\nendless.\\n\\nBut this is merely an illusion, the way adults understand the past when they\\nlook through the telescope of lost time. This, though, is not an illusion:\\nalmost all of us faced far steeper learning curves when we were young. Most\\nadults do not explore and learn about the world the way they did when they\\nwere young; adult life lacks the constant discovery and endless novelty of\\nchildhood.\\n\\nStudies have shown that the greater the cognitive demands of a task, the\\nlonger its duration is perceived to be. Dr. David Eagleman at Baylor College\\nof Medicine found that repeated stimuli appear briefer in duration than novel\\nstimuli of equal duration. Is it possible that learning new things might slow\\ndown our internal sense of time?\\n\\nThe question and the possibility it presents put me in mind of my father, who\\ndied a few years ago at age 86. An engineer by training, he read constantly\\nafter he retired. His range was enormous; he read about everything from\\nastronomy to natural history, travel and gardening. I remember once\\ndiscovering dozens of magazines and journals in the house and was convinced\\nthat my parents had become the victims of a mail-order scam.\\n\\nThinking I’d help with the clutter, I began to bundle up the magazines for\\nrecycling when my father angrily confronted me, demanding to know what the\\nhell I was doing. “I read all of these,” he said.\\n\\nAnd then it dawned on me. I cannot recall his ever having remarked on how fast\\nor slow his life seemed to be going. He was constantly learning, always alive\\nto new ideas and experience. Maybe that’s why he never seemed to notice that\\ntime was passing.\\n\\nSo what, you might say, if we have an illusion about time speeding up? But it\\nmatters, I think, because the distortion signals that we might squeeze more\\nout of life.\\n\\nIt’s simple: if you want time to slow down, become a student again. Learn\\nsomething that requires sustained effort; do something novel. Put down the\\nthriller when you’re sitting on the beach and break out a book on evolutionary\\ntheory or Spanish for beginners or a how-to book on something you’ve always\\nwanted to do. Take a new route to work; vacation at an unknown spot. And take\\nyour sweet time about it.\\n\\nAdvertisement\\n\\nContinue reading the main story\\n\\n\"\n },\n {\n \"original_url\": \"http://www.artofmanliness.com:80/2014/08/11/be-a-time-wizard-how-to-slow-down-and-speed-up-time/\",\n \"archive_url\": \"http://web.archive.org/web/20171109174025/http://www.artofmanliness.com:80/2014/08/11/be-a-time-wizard-how-to-slow-down-and-speed-up-time/\",\n \"parsed_text\": {\n \"title\": \"How to Slow Down and Speed Up Time\",\n \"passages\": [\n \"As we now approach the sunset of the summer season, take a look back on the last few months. Does it seem like your summer lasted forever, that it slowly floated along in a hot haze? Or did these last few months seem to go by in a blink?\",\n \"Your answer to that question will likely depend on your age. If you’re a young buck, you’ll probably feel like you fit six months into the last three. If you’re longer in the tooth, chances are your summer seems to have gone by in a quick blur – much like the rest of your year.\",\n \"Why does time seem to slow down when you’re young, and speed up as you get older? You may have heard it said that this phenomenon can be chalked up to the fact that when you’re younger, each year comprises a larger percentage of your total lifespan and thus feels more sizeable; one year is 1/14 of your life when you’re fourteen, but only 1/40 when you’re 40.\",\n \"That’s a fun theory, but there’s an actual neurological reason for how our perception of time changes as we age. And once you understand it, you can become something of a time wizard — quickening or slowing the way time feels, and even making your life seem longer than it really is.\",\n \"Time is a fixed dimension. “Clock time” can be broken into minutes, seconds, and nanoseconds, and can be objectively measured. Even without an external chronometer to aid us, our internal clocks often do an excellent job of tracking time; if I asked you to guess the time right now, you’d probably be pretty close.\",\n \"Yet how we perceive time is not always so accurate. Depending on our circumstances, time may seem to contract or expand, speed up or slow down. Dr. David Eagleman, neuroscientist and foremost researcher on time perception, calls this phenomenon “brain time,” and unlike clock time, its measurements are very subjective.\",\n \"In contrast to our other senses like touch and taste, which are located in specific parts of our brains, our sense of time is woven throughout our neural matter. As Eagleman puts it, time is “metasensory” and “rides on top of all the others.” Because our perception of time is intricately tied up with our emotions and memories, the information we take in about how our hours are spent isn’t raw data. Instead, Eagleman explains, our minds filter the info before presenting it to us:\",\n \"“the brain goes through a lot of trouble to edit and present this story to you of what’s going on out there and how fast or slowly it happens. What your brain’s telling you [that] you see is not always what’s out there. It’s trying to put together the best, most useful story of what’s happening out there in the world.”\",\n \"To understand when, how, and why your brain edits your perception of time, it’s useful to begin with what happens to your “brain time” when faced with a life-threatening situation. If you’ve ever felt close to death – gotten into a car wreck, engaged in a firefight, fell off a roof – you likely felt that time expanded during those fraught moments, and that everything happened in slow motion, a la The Matrix. In the aftermath, you probably remembered the experience in vivid detail.\",\n \"Dr. Eagleman wanted to find out if people’s brains were really slowing down their perception of the world during these life-threatening situations, or if something else was going on. So he took a group of participants to one of the scariest “amusement” rides in the world: the SCAD. Riders are dropped, on their backs, into a 100-foot freefall. Those who try it typically find the experience utterly terrifying. Eagleman had his participants wear a wristwatch and asked them to look at it during their freefall. The watch would flash a digital read-out of a number a split-second too fast for the human eye to register under normal conditions. If fear slows down our perception of reality, Eagleman reasoned, the participants would be able to see the number as they dropped. Yet none were able to do so.\",\n \"After their experience on the SCAD, Eagleman asked the participants to imagine their fall and how long it had taken. Though they had been able to accurately guess the time of others’ falls, when it came to estimating their own drop, they invariably felt it had taken 30% longer than it actually had.\",\n \"From these results, Eagleman posited that time doesn’t actually slow down when we’re fearing for our lives. Instead, scary situations send our amygdala – a part of the brain connected with memory and emotion – into overdrive, spurring the brain to record much more detail than normal. Because the brain lays down such rich, dense memories of those moments, when you later look back on the experience, there’s a lot more “footage” than normal to run through, making the experience seem like it lasted longer than it actually did.\",\n \"Time will not only seem to expand during life-threatening situations, but also whenever we encounter something novel or do something new.\",\n \"In another experiment, Eagleman had participants sit in front of a computer screen that continuously flashed the same image of a shoe. Every once in awhile, the monotony was broken with a picture of a flower. The participants believed that the flower stayed on the screen longer, when in fact it cycled through just as quickly as the shoes.\",\n \"It may be that the flower seemed to linger because its novelty spurred the participants to pay greater attention to it (more attention=more memory laid down=perception of longer duration). But it’s equally possible that the flower seemed to stay longer because the pictures of the shoes became compressed. Through a cognitive phenomenon called “repetition suppression,” once the brain has been exposed repeatedly to the same stimuli, it doesn’t have to expend as much time and energy recognizing it. The first time the brain encounters something, it utilizes a high amount of cognitive resources in order to make sense of it. The novelty of the stimulus spurs the mind to capture a lot of detail, which makes the encounter seem longer. With each exposure to the same stimuli, the energy required to identify it goes down, as does how long your encounter with it seems to last; the brain develops little neural shortcuts, allowing it to recognize the stimulus much more efficiently. Thus for the participants in the study, the shoe images would have appeared to stay on the screen for a shorter duration than they actually did, making the flash of an occasional flower seem longer in contrast.\",\n \"“Repetition suppression” is also in effect when we encounter predictable patterns. The brain knows what’s coming and doesn’t have to work very hard to prepare for what’s around the bend. For example, when you see “1, 2, 3, 4...” your brain’s energy expenditure rises on #1, and then greatly falls off once it recognizes the familiar pattern.\",\n \"What may be puzzling about Eagleman’s research is that it seems to contradict popular maxims like “Time flies when you’re having fun,” and “The watched pot never boils.” Don’t exciting and novel experiences speed up time rather than slow it down?\",\n \"I posed this question to Dr. Eagleman, who explained to me that there are two types of time perception: prospective and retrospective. Prospective time occurs when you’re in the moment, and your brain is anticipating what will happen next. When you’re busy and a lot is happening, “your mind is no longer attending to time at that moment — you’re not checking your watch or clock — so it seems like time is going by fast.” If you’ve ever been a waiter on a busy night, you know your shift can fly by — your mind is super focused on serving customers and what your next task is rather than on the clock.\",\n \"The flip side of prospective time occurs in situations that lack stimuli to engage your brain. If you’re in a boring meeting, or on a long flight, “your mind is deeply attuned to time because you’re always checking your watch every 10 minutes or so.” You have little else to do besides watch the minutes tick by, which makes time seem to slow way down.\",\n \"Once your mind reflects on what you’ve been doing (which happens pretty immediately), you transition into retrospective time. If you’ve been doing something boring and bereft of stimuli, your brain won’t have recorded much “footage” from the experience, and it will seem like a quick episode – a waft of cerebral nothingness – in your memory. If you look back on that boring meeting or long flight, it barely registers as a happening in your brain.\",\n \"But when you reflect on a dangerous or novel experience, your mind’s got plenty of detailed footage for you to peruse. Your brain interprets this fact thusly: “That must have taken a long time because I don’t normally retain that much detail about events.”\",\n \"As you’ve been reading along, you’ve probably already been thinking about how this research applies to your own life, and at last you know the answer to the question we posed at the start: why does time seem to slow down when you’re young, and speed up as you get older?\",\n \"When you’re young, everything is new – you’re constantly figuring out how the world works and learning the rules that govern nature and society. And you’re regularly engaging in “firsts”: first day of school, first time driving, first real job, and so on. With all this novelty, your brain is regularly laying down the kind of rich, dense memories that stretch out your perception of time.\",\n \"In contrast, when you’re an adult, you’ve pretty much been there and done that. You’ve discovered the patterns of life, and your day-to-day doings are likely much more routine and predictable. Your brain doesn’t have any reason to expend energy on capturing your repetitious and predictable morning commute, ceremonial eating of a ham sandwich at your desk at work, and nightly watching of Game of Thrones. “Nothing to see here,” your brain says, and its camera clicks off. Thus, when you look back on each week, month, and year, there’s very little footage to read out, and your life seems to have passed in a fleeting blur.\",\n \"Those who live a mundane, repetitious life are actually hit with a double whammy: in the midst of their boring day-to-day lives (prospective time), time seems to drag interminably on. Yet when they reflect on their lives (retrospective time), it seems to have sped by!\",\n \"Yet such a fate is not inevitable. The very cool thing about this research is that it shows us how easily time can be manipulated – how “rubbery” it is, as Eagleman puts it. You have it in your power to slow down (or speed up) your perception of time. You can’t literally make your life longer, but you can make it seem longer. All you need to do is regularly inject a little novelty into it. Think about the last time you went on a great, action-packed vacation. Dimes to donuts, at the end of the trip, you said something like, “We were only here a week, but I feel like we’ve been gone forever.” All that new adventure slowed down your perception of time. Even as we get older, we can still seek out new horizons and new “firsts.”\",\n \"You don’t have to do big things like traveling in order to stretch out time either. Eagleman says that even very small changes that “shake up your neural circuits” will do the trick. He recommends trying things like:\",\n \"Once you start looking for them, you can find tons of ways to mix things up and re-capture your youthful curiosity and penchant for exploration. My favorite of Eagleman’s suggestions is simple but incredibly important: engaging in life-long learning. Just because you’re no longer roaming through an endless summer, doesn’t mean there isn’t a world of fascinating knowledge out there still to discover.\",\n \"When you reach the end of your days, and look back over the course of your life, you can either feel like you were just 18 yesterday and that the subsequent decades passed in the blink of an eye; or, you can run the tape on a seemingly never-ending stream of rich footage of your many adventures, your interesting everyday life, and the wealth of knowledge you accumulated. If the latter, instead of seeing your life flash before your eyes, you will enjoy the satisfaction of watching it languidly unfold and relish the sense of having fit several lifetimes into a single one.\"\n ]\n },\n \"parsed_md\": \"How to Slow Down and Speed Up Time | The Art of Manliness\\n\\n * Lessons In Manliness\\n * Manvotionals\\n * On Manhood\\n * On Virtue\\n * Personal Development\\n * Browse A Man's Life\\n\\n## Lessons From Fahrenheit 451 for the Modern Day\\n\\n## Lessons From Walter Cronkite in the Lost Art of Gravitas\\n\\n## 9 Things a Grown Man Can Learn From the Hardy Boys\\n\\n## Turn Your Excuses Into Action: The “Do What You Can” Guide from the Blind,\\nTeenage Leader of the French Resistance\\n\\n## Manvotional: The Boy Who Can't\\n\\n## Manvotional: Success & Happiness\\n\\n## Manvotional: The Greatest Danger in the World\\n\\n## Manvotional: Thoreau on Simplicity and Aspiration\\n\\n## Podcast #337: What Homer's Odyssey Can Teach Us Today\\n\\n## The Tragic, Liberating Message About Manliness Hidden in American Tall\\nTales\\n\\n## Hector and Achilles: Two Paths to Manliness\\n\\n## Podcast #243: Becoming a Barbarian\\n\\n## Courage Vs. 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The Problem With Ambiguity in\\nRelationships\\n\\n## Should You Live Together Before Marriage?\\n\\n## The Best Ways to Fund Your Relationship Bank Account\\n\\n## Why the Secret of a Happy, Successful Marriage Is Treating It Like a Bank\\nAccount\\n\\n## Podcast #347: The Science of Social Awkwardness\\n\\n## Social Briefing #12: Should You Talk About Politics, Religion, and Money?\\n\\n## Social Briefing #11: Don’t Have a Self-Disclosure Agenda\\n\\n## Social Briefing #10: How Much Should You Disclose to Someone New?\\n\\n## Podcast #354: Brains & Brawn — Tips and Inspiration on Being a Well-Rounded\\nMan\\n\\n## Podcast #353: Nostalgia — Its Benefits and Downsides\\n\\n## Podcast #352: A Famous Butcher Dishes on All Things Meat\\n\\n## Podcast #351: The Surprising Power of a \\\"Useless\\\" Liberal Arts Education\\n\\nBrett & Kate McKay | August 11, 2014\\n\\nA Man's Life, Personal Development\\n\\n# Be a Time Wizard: How to Slow Down and Speed Up Time\\n\\nAs we now approach the sunset of the summer season, take a look back on the\\nlast few months. Does it seem like your summer lasted forever, that it slowly\\nfloated along in a hot haze? Or did these last few months seem to go by in a\\nblink?\\n\\nYour answer to that question will likely depend on your age. If you’re a young\\nbuck, you’ll probably feel like you fit six months into the last three. If\\nyou’re longer in the tooth, chances are your summer seems to have gone by in a\\nquick blur – much like the rest of your year.\\n\\nWhy does time seem to slow down when you’re young, and speed up as you get\\nolder? You may have heard it said that this phenomenon can be chalked up to\\nthe fact that when you’re younger, each year comprises a larger percentage of\\nyour total lifespan and thus feels more sizeable; one year is 1/14 of your\\nlife when you’re fourteen, but only 1/40 when you’re 40.\\n\\nThat’s a fun theory, but there’s an actual neurological reason for how our\\nperception of time changes as we age. And once you understand it, you can\\nbecome something of a time wizard — quickening or slowing the way time feels,\\nand even making your life seem longer than it really is.\\n\\n### Living on Brain Time\\n\\nTime is a fixed dimension. “Clock time” can be broken into minutes, seconds,\\nand nanoseconds, and can be objectively measured. Even without an external\\nchronometer to aid us, our internal clocks often do an excellent job of\\ntracking time; if I asked you to guess the time right now, you’d probably be\\npretty close.\\n\\nYet how we perceive time is not always so accurate. Depending on our\\ncircumstances, time may seem to contract or expand, speed up or slow down. Dr.\\nDavid Eagleman, neuroscientist and foremost researcher on time perception,\\ncalls this phenomenon “brain time,” and unlike clock time, its measurements\\nare very subjective.\\n\\nIn contrast to our other senses like touch and taste, which are located in\\nspecific parts of our brains, our sense of time is woven throughout our neural\\nmatter. As Eagleman puts it, time is “metasensory” and “rides on top of all\\nthe others.” Because our perception of time is intricately tied up with our\\nemotions and memories, the information we take in about how our hours are\\nspent isn’t raw data. Instead, Eagleman explains, our minds filter the info\\nbefore presenting it to us:\\n\\n> “the brain goes through a lot of trouble to edit and present this story to\\n> you of what’s going on out there and how fast or slowly it happens. What\\n> your brain’s telling you [that] you see is not always what’s out there. It’s\\n> trying to put together the best, most useful story of what’s happening out\\n> there in the world.”\\n\\nTime then, Eagleman argues, is ultimately “a construction of the brain.”\\n\\n### Does “Matrix” Time Exist?\\n\\nTo understand when, how, and why your brain edits your perception of time,\\nit’s useful to begin with what happens to your “brain time” when faced with a\\nlife-threatening situation. If you’ve ever felt close to death – gotten into a\\ncar wreck, engaged in a firefight, fell off a roof – you likely felt that time\\nexpanded during those fraught moments, and that everything happened in slow\\nmotion, a la The Matrix. In the aftermath, you probably remembered the\\nexperience in vivid detail.\\n\\nDr. Eagleman wanted to find out if people’s brains were really slowing down\\ntheir perception of the world during these life-threatening situations, or if\\nsomething else was going on. So he took a group of participants to one of the\\nscariest “amusement” rides in the world: the SCAD. Riders are dropped, on\\ntheir backs, into a 100-foot freefall. Those who try it typically find the\\nexperience utterly terrifying. Eagleman had his participants wear a wristwatch\\nand asked them to look at it during their freefall. The watch would flash a\\ndigital read-out of a number a split-second too fast for the human eye to\\nregister under normal conditions. If fear slows down our perception of\\nreality, Eagleman reasoned, the participants would be able to see the number\\nas they dropped. Yet none were able to do so.\\n\\nAfter their experience on the SCAD, Eagleman asked the participants to imagine\\ntheir fall and how long it had taken. Though they had been able to accurately\\nguess the time of others’ falls, when it came to estimating their own drop,\\nthey invariably felt it had taken 30% longer than it actually had.\\n\\nFrom these results, Eagleman posited that time doesn’t actually slow down when\\nwe’re fearing for our lives. Instead, scary situations send our amygdala – a\\npart of the brain connected with memory and emotion – into overdrive, spurring\\nthe brain to record much more detail than normal. Because the brain lays down\\nsuch rich, dense memories of those moments, when you later look back on the\\nexperience, there’s a lot more “footage” than normal to run through, making\\nthe experience seem like it lasted longer than it actually did.\\n\\n### Novelty and Our Sense of Time\\n\\nTime will not only seem to expand during life-threatening situations, but also\\nwhenever we encounter something novel or do something new.\\n\\nIn another experiment, Eagleman had participants sit in front of a computer\\nscreen that continuously flashed the same image of a shoe. Every once in\\nawhile, the monotony was broken with a picture of a flower. The participants\\nbelieved that the flower stayed on the screen longer, when in fact it cycled\\nthrough just as quickly as the shoes.\\n\\nIt may be that the flower seemed to linger because its novelty spurred the\\nparticipants to pay greater attention to it (more attention=more memory laid\\ndown=perception of longer duration). But it’s equally possible that the flower\\nseemed to stay longer because the pictures of the shoes became compressed.\\nThrough a cognitive phenomenon called “repetition suppression,” once the brain\\nhas been exposed repeatedly to the same stimuli, it doesn’t have to expend as\\nmuch time and energy recognizing it. The first time the brain encounters\\nsomething, it utilizes a high amount of cognitive resources in order to make\\nsense of it. The novelty of the stimulus spurs the mind to capture a lot of\\ndetail, which makes the encounter seem longer. With each exposure to the same\\nstimuli, the energy required to identify it goes down, as does how long your\\nencounter with it seems to last; the brain develops little neural shortcuts,\\nallowing it to recognize the stimulus much more efficiently. Thus for the\\nparticipants in the study, the shoe images would have appeared to stay on the\\nscreen for a shorter duration than they actually did, making the flash of an\\noccasional flower seem longer in contrast.\\n\\n“Repetition suppression” is also in effect when we encounter predictable\\npatterns. The brain knows what’s coming and doesn’t have to work very hard to\\nprepare for what’s around the bend. For example, when you see “1, 2, 3, 4...”\\nyour brain’s energy expenditure rises on #1, and then greatly falls off once\\nit recognizes the familiar pattern.\\n\\n### But Doesn’t Time Fly When You’re Having Fun?\\n\\nWhat may be puzzling about Eagleman’s research is that it seems to contradict\\npopular maxims like “Time flies when you’re having fun,” and “The watched pot\\nnever boils.” Don’t exciting and novel experiences speed up time rather than\\nslow it down?\\n\\nI posed this question to Dr. Eagleman, who explained to me that there are two\\ntypes of time perception: prospective and retrospective. Prospective time\\noccurs when you’re in the moment, and your brain is anticipating what will\\nhappen next. When you’re busy and a lot is happening, “your mind is no longer\\nattending to time at that moment — you’re not checking your watch or clock —\\nso it seems like time is going by fast.” If you’ve ever been a waiter on a\\nbusy night, you know your shift can fly by — your mind is super focused on\\nserving customers and what your next task is rather than on the clock.\\n\\nThe flip side of prospective time occurs in situations that lack stimuli to\\nengage your brain. If you’re in a boring meeting, or on a long flight, “your\\nmind is deeply attuned to time because you’re always checking your watch every\\n10 minutes or so.” You have little else to do besides watch the minutes tick\\nby, which makes time seem to slow way down.\\n\\nOnce your mind reflects on what you’ve been doing (which happens pretty\\nimmediately), you transition into retrospective time. If you’ve been doing\\nsomething boring and bereft of stimuli, your brain won’t have recorded much\\n“footage” from the experience, and it will seem like a quick episode – a waft\\nof cerebral nothingness – in your memory. If you look back on that boring\\nmeeting or long flight, it barely registers as a happening in your brain.\\n\\nBut when you reflect on a dangerous or novel experience, your mind’s got\\nplenty of detailed footage for you to peruse. Your brain interprets this fact\\nthusly: “That must have taken a long time because I don’t normally retain that\\nmuch detail about events.”\\n\\nHence, time does fly when you’re having fun, but then stretches out in your\\nmemory.\\n\\n### How to Become a Time Wizard and Slow or Quicken Your Perception of Time\\n\\nAs you’ve been reading along, you’ve probably already been thinking about how\\nthis research applies to your own life, and at last you know the answer to the\\nquestion we posed at the start: why does time seem to slow down when you’re\\nyoung, and speed up as you get older?\\n\\nWhen you’re young, everything is new – you’re constantly figuring out how the\\nworld works and learning the rules that govern nature and society. And you’re\\nregularly engaging in “firsts”: first day of school, first time driving, first\\nreal job, and so on. With all this novelty, your brain is regularly laying\\ndown the kind of rich, dense memories that stretch out your perception of\\ntime.\\n\\nIn contrast, when you’re an adult, you’ve pretty much been there and done\\nthat. You’ve discovered the patterns of life, and your day-to-day doings are\\nlikely much more routine and predictable. Your brain doesn’t have any reason\\nto expend energy on capturing your repetitious and predictable morning\\ncommute, ceremonial eating of a ham sandwich at your desk at work, and nightly\\nwatching of Game of Thrones. “Nothing to see here,” your brain says, and its\\ncamera clicks off. Thus, when you look back on each week, month, and year,\\nthere’s very little footage to read out, and your life seems to have passed in\\na fleeting blur.\\n\\nThose who live a mundane, repetitious life are actually hit with a double\\nwhammy: in the midst of their boring day-to-day lives (prospective time), time\\nseems to drag interminably on. Yet when they reflect on their lives\\n(retrospective time), it seems to have sped by!\\n\\nYet such a fate is not inevitable. The very cool thing about this research is\\nthat it shows us how easily time can be manipulated – how “rubbery” it is, as\\nEagleman puts it. You have it in your power to slow down (or speed up) your\\nperception of time. You can’t literally make your life longer, but you can\\nmake it seem longer. All you need to do is regularly inject a little novelty\\ninto it. Think about the last time you went on a great, action-packed\\nvacation. Dimes to donuts, at the end of the trip, you said something like,\\n“We were only here a week, but I feel like we’ve been gone forever.” All that\\nnew adventure slowed down your perception of time. Even as we get older, we\\ncan still seek out new horizons and new “firsts.”\\n\\nYou don’t have to do big things like traveling in order to stretch out time\\neither. Eagleman says that even very small changes that “shake up your neural\\ncircuits” will do the trick. He recommends trying things like:\\n\\n * Switching the wrist you put your watch on\\n * Changing around the arrangement of your furniture at home\\n * Driving a different way to work\\n\\nOnce you start looking for them, you can find tons of ways to mix things up\\nand re-capture your youthful curiosity and penchant for exploration. My\\nfavorite of Eagleman’s suggestions is simple but incredibly important:\\nengaging in life-long learning. Just because you’re no longer roaming through\\nan endless summer, doesn’t mean there isn’t a world of fascinating knowledge\\nout there still to discover.\\n\\nWhen you reach the end of your days, and look back over the course of your\\nlife, you can either feel like you were just 18 yesterday and that the\\nsubsequent decades passed in the blink of an eye; or, you can run the tape on\\na seemingly never-ending stream of rich footage of your many adventures, your\\ninteresting everyday life, and the wealth of knowledge you accumulated. If the\\nlatter, instead of seeing your life flash before your eyes, you will enjoy the\\nsatisfaction of watching it languidly unfold and relish the sense of having\\nfit several lifetimes into a single one.\\n\\nIllustrations by Ted Slampyak\\n\\nLast updated: July 14, 2016\\n\\nPrevious Post\\n\\nNext Post\\n\\nShow Comments\\n\\n * Contact\\n * Advertise\\n * Comment Policy\\n * Legal\\n\\nThe Art of Manliness Copyright © 2017 All Rights Reserved\\n\\nBuilt with iThemes Builder on WordPress by Screen Four\\n\\n * A Man’s Life\\n * Dress & Grooming\\n * Manly Skills\\n * Relationships & Family\\n * Health & Sports\\n * Shop\\n * More\\n\\n * Travel & Leisure\\n * Podcast\\n * About\\n * Archives\\n * Videos\\n * Community\\n * Back\\n * Strenuouslife\\n\\n\"\n }\n]"}}},{"rowIdx":652,"cells":{"article_id":{"kind":"number","value":658397,"string":"658,397"},"question":{"kind":"string","value":"How To Get Rid of Dark Elbows"},"answer":{"kind":"string","value":"To get rid of dark elbows, start by gently scrubbing elbows with a loofah twice a week to remove dry skin. After you scrub, apply a thick moisturizer that contains shea butter to moisturize your elbows. You can also try rubbing each elbow with a half of a cut lemon. 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We think they come from growing older, but they are actually a sign of sun damage or fluctuations in hormones.","The medical treatments that can effectively fade or permanently remove dark spots include lasers, chemical peels and microdermabrasion, but you can also remove those spots naturally with items in your kitchen.","Here are seven products that may already be in your pantry or refrigerator that can naturally and effectively fade dark spots or age spots on your hands and face.","Using lemon juice to combat age spots is really a no-brainer. The citric acid and vitamin C in lemon make it the perfect natural bleaching agent. Test your skin first to see if you are sensitive to lemon juice at full strength. If the pure lemon juice is too harsh for your skin, you can dilute it with water.","Take one lemon, water and a cotton ball. Squeeze the lemon into a bowl and add equal parts of water. Use the cotton ball to apply the mixture directly to the areas with dark spots on your face and hands. Leave on for about 20 minutes and then rinse with water, but don’t use soap. Do this at least a couple of nights a week to allow the lemon juice time to fade the spots and even out your skin tone.","The starch and sugar in potatoes can work wonders on the skin due to their exfoliating ability to remove dead skin and boost the growth of new cells. The potato's vitamins and minerals, including vitamin B6, potassium, zinc, vitamin C and phosphorus, all work to rejuvenate the collagen in your skin.","To use a potato on dark spots, just cut the potato into thin slices. Take the slices and apply a little water to moisten, and then place it on your skin over the age spots. Leave it on for about 10 minutes. You can apply potato to your skin every day. It’s that mild, and it’s best to apply at night to give the vitamins and minerals a chance to work on your skin tone.","The wonderful properties of cucumbers have been used for years to moisturize the skin, and they are also a cool and soothing cover for your eyes while relaxing on spa days. Cucumbers have a high water content, contain antioxidants and multiple vitamins, and can be used against several skin discolorations including dark circles and acne scars.","You can slice a cucumber, rub the juice from the vegetable on the dark spots and leave the slices on your skin for about 20 minutes. You can also create a cucumber mixture listed on stylecraze.com. Put one cucumber, a half-teaspoon of aloe vera gel and a tablespoon of lemon juice into a blender. Blend the ingredients to a pulp and apply to your face and hands where needed. Leave on for 30 minutes and wash off with just water, no soap. The suggestion is to use this mixture daily.","It’s not just a breakfast food anymore. Oatmeal is great for exfoliation and clearing away dead skin cells. It also has an anti-inflammatory quality and can be soothing to irritated skin. To make a gentle, exfoliating mixture that can reduce the appearance of age spots, combine 3 tablespoons of oatmeal, 1 tablespoon of honey and 1 tablespoon of milk in a bowl to make a paste. Apply to your face and hands and leave it on until it dries completely, then rinse off with just water. The oatmeal exfoliates, the honey moisturizes and the milk works to remove the dark spots. You can apply this mixture three times a week.","Milk, yogurt and buttermilk all contain high amounts of lactic acid, which can exfoliate and lighten the skin. Their vitamin D, vitamin B12 and lactic acid can remove the dead skin cells and lighten pigmentation. Vitamin A, vitamin B6 and biotin can boost collagen production. You can apply buttermilk or yogurt directly to the skin to fight age spots. Saturate cotton balls with the milk to make it easier to apply. Leave it on for about 20 minutes before rinsing off. You can use milk or yogurt on the skin daily or until you see the results you are looking for.","Used in medicine and cosmetics for thousands of years, honey has many beneficial qualities for the skin. Honey is a natural antibacterial agent, is full of antioxidants and is credited with slowing down aging. The best honey is one that contains over 80 percent sugar. It will act as an exfoliator to remove dead pigmented skin and will also facilitate the growth of healthy new cells. For best results use raw or organic honey. Raw honey contains all of the nutrients that are beneficial to your skin. Apply the honey with your fingertips, rub into the skin and leave on for 20 minutes. Honey is so mild that it can be used daily or until you see results.","Don’t throw out your orange peels. They contain high levels of vitamin C and calcium. Their vitamins and antioxidants can rejuvenate the skin and create new skin cells while fighting free radicals. Orange peels can draw toxins and impurities out of your skin and lighten the dark pigmented areas. Apply the juice from the orange peel directly to the age spots. Let it dry for about 20 minutes and rinse off with water.","You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits.","You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age.","You can also manage your communication preferences by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in.","In the next 24 hours, you will receive an email to confirm your subscription to receive emails related to AARP volunteering. 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Entertainment\n\nBeauty & Style\n\n * Movies for Grownups\n * TV for Grownups\n * Music\n * Celebrities\n * Beauty & Style\n * Books\n * Bookstore\n * Podcasts\n\n# Get the Upper Hand On Age Spots\n\n## 7 kitchen items that can do the trick\n\nby Cheryl Bond-Nelms, AARP, February 28, 2018 | Comments: 0\n\nGetty Images\n\nLemon juice is a perfect natural bleaching agent that can effectively fade age\nspots.\n\nWe all know what age spots look like — tiny brown dark spots that can develop\non your hands and face. We think they come from growing older, but they are\nactually a sign of sun damage or fluctuations in hormones.\n\nThe medical treatments that can effectively fade or permanently remove dark\nspots include lasers, chemical peels and microdermabrasion, but you can also\nremove those spots naturally with items in your kitchen.\n\nHere are seven products that may already be in your pantry or refrigerator\nthat can naturally and effectively fade dark spots or age spots on your hands\nand face.\n\n### 1\\. Lemon juice\n\nUsing lemon juice to combat age spots is really a no-brainer. The citric acid\nand vitamin C in lemon make it the perfect natural bleaching agent. Test your\nskin first to see if you are sensitive to lemon juice at full strength. If the\npure lemon juice is too harsh for your skin, you can dilute it with water.\n\nTake one lemon, water and a cotton ball. Squeeze the lemon into a bowl and add\nequal parts of water. Use the cotton ball to apply the mixture directly to the\nareas with dark spots on your face and hands. Leave on for about 20 minutes\nand then rinse with water, but don’t use soap. Do this at least a couple of\nnights a week to allow the lemon juice time to fade the spots and even out\nyour skin tone.\n\n### 2\\. Potato\n\nThe starch and sugar in potatoes can work wonders on the skin due to their\nexfoliating ability to remove dead skin and boost the growth of new cells. The\npotato's vitamins and minerals, including vitamin B6, potassium, zinc, vitamin\nC and phosphorus, all work to rejuvenate the collagen in your skin.\n\nTo use a potato on dark spots, just cut the potato into thin slices. Take the\nslices and apply a little water to moisten, and then place it on your skin\nover the age spots. Leave it on for about 10 minutes. You can apply potato to\nyour skin every day. It’s that mild, and it’s best to apply at night to give\nthe vitamins and minerals a chance to work on your skin tone.\n\n### 3\\. Cucumber\n\nThe wonderful properties of cucumbers have been used for years to moisturize\nthe skin, and they are also a cool and soothing cover for your eyes while\nrelaxing on spa days. Cucumbers have a high water content, contain\nantioxidants and multiple vitamins, and can be used against several skin\ndiscolorations including dark circles and acne scars.\n\nYou can slice a cucumber, rub the juice from the vegetable on the dark spots\nand leave the slices on your skin for about 20 minutes. You can also create a\ncucumber mixture listed on stylecraze.com. Put one cucumber, a half-teaspoon\nof aloe vera gel and a tablespoon of lemon juice into a blender. Blend the\ningredients to a pulp and apply to your face and hands where needed. Leave on\nfor 30 minutes and wash off with just water, no soap. The suggestion is to use\nthis mixture daily.\n\n### 4\\. Oatmeal\n\nIt’s not just a breakfast food anymore. Oatmeal is great for exfoliation and\nclearing away dead skin cells. It also has an anti-inflammatory quality and\ncan be soothing to irritated skin. To make a gentle, exfoliating mixture that\ncan reduce the appearance of age spots, combine 3 tablespoons of oatmeal, 1\ntablespoon of honey and 1 tablespoon of milk in a bowl to make a paste. Apply\nto your face and hands and leave it on until it dries completely, then rinse\noff with just water. The oatmeal exfoliates, the honey moisturizes and the\nmilk works to remove the dark spots. You can apply this mixture three times a\nweek.\n\n### 5\\. Buttermilk\n\nMilk, yogurt and buttermilk all contain high amounts of lactic acid, which can\nexfoliate and lighten the skin. Their vitamin D, vitamin B12 and lactic acid\ncan remove the dead skin cells and lighten pigmentation. Vitamin A, vitamin B6\nand biotin can boost collagen production. You can apply buttermilk or yogurt\ndirectly to the skin to fight age spots. Saturate cotton balls with the milk\nto make it easier to apply. Leave it on for about 20 minutes before rinsing\noff. You can use milk or yogurt on the skin daily or until you see the results\nyou are looking for.\n\n### 6\\. Honey\n\nUsed in medicine and cosmetics for thousands of years, honey has many\nbeneficial qualities for the skin. Honey is a natural antibacterial agent, is\nfull of antioxidants and is credited with slowing down aging. The best honey\nis one that contains over 80 percent sugar. It will act as an exfoliator to\nremove dead pigmented skin and will also facilitate the growth of healthy new\ncells. For best results use raw or organic honey. Raw honey contains all of\nthe nutrients that are beneficial to your skin. Apply the honey with your\nfingertips, rub into the skin and leave on for 20 minutes. Honey is so mild\nthat it can be used daily or until you see results.\n\n### 7\\. Orange peel\n\nDon’t throw out your orange peels. They contain high levels of vitamin C and\ncalcium. Their vitamins and antioxidants can rejuvenate the skin and create\nnew skin cells while fighting free radicals. Orange peels can draw toxins and\nimpurities out of your skin and lighten the dark pigmented areas. Apply the\njuice from the orange peel directly to the age spots. 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Leaning onto the table using the elbows or kneeling down while you offer prayers can make the skin look dark. It is really embarrassing for women to wear short skirts or sleeveless dresses with black knees and elbows. Black knees and elbows can happen to any person regardless of the color of their skin. Getting too much sun and not exfoliating your skin add to the darkening of the skin. You can easily get rid of black knees and elbow using various home remedies. The home remedies should be based on exfoliation and bleaching of the skin.","Baking soda is very effective in cleaning the skin and reduces darkening of the skin. Milk bleaches and cleanses the skin","Turmeric has antiseptic properties and milk act as bleach. Honey moisturizes the dry skin and also has antiseptic properties. These natural properties of the ingredients will help to get rid of black elbows and knees.","Lemon juice has natural bleaching property and honey moisturizes the skin preventing darkening of the skin. Repeat this remedy at least thrice a week to get better results","Apply the mixture of lemon and honey on the affected areas and leave the mixture to act for at least 20 minutes","Gram flour can cleanse the area and also provides mild exfoliation. Lemon is a natural bleach and this will help to reduce the darkness.","Apply the mixture and rub in circular motion, allow it to dry and wash it off to get the light colored skin.","This oil has natural bleaching properties and it also softens the rough skin on the knees and elbow giving it smoothness and glow. This is one of the cheapest remedies for dark skin formed by friction and dryness.","Use the exfoliating brush or loofah while taking bath, when the skin is moist and scrub the skin in a circular motion","These natural fats act as good moisturizers and help to make the skin soft. This helps to remove the darkness caused by the dry and flaky skin.","Aloe Vera reduces the sun damage caused to the skin due to overexposure of the elbows and knees to the sun. It also moisturizes the skin and prevents the dryness which may lead to darkening of the skin.","Apply the fresh gel to the knees and elbows and leave it for half an hour to get a fresh looking skin on your elbows and knees.","When used together this home remedy to reduce the dark color of the skin as they cleanse and moisturize the skin.","Fruits like lemon, tomato and grapes have bleaching property and help to get rid of black skin when used regularly.","Moisturizers hydrate the skin and avoid the dryness of the skin. This will prevent darkening of the skin. The moisturizers also reduce the friction on the skin.","Apply any natural oil like olive oil, sesame seed oil or coconut oil on the skin to reduce the dryness and darkening of the skin.","Are you embarrassed with the black knees and the elbows? Are you looking for the cheap and easily available remedies for the problem? Then try the above- given remedies to get rid of the black knees and elbow.","Ans: Ashy elbows are due to dead skin cells, so you can follow the same remedies mentioned above to get rid of these ashy elbows.","Ans: Bleaching cream contains chemicals which may have a bad effect on the skin such as skin diseases, thinning of skin etc. so do not go for bleaching.","Ans: Yes, you can use baking soda for dark knees. The clear steps of how to use are mentioned in the above article.","Ans: Do not use any of the creams because they contain harmful chemicals which are not safe for your skin.","I already tried Olive Oil and Sugar. I did what was said, and my skin is getting lighter and soft. But how many times do I have to rub this per day?","Pls I av a very stubborn an black kneel an elbow pls wat can I use 4 dis pls an","I tried garnier lightening cream. Comes in a small green tube. Been dealing with this problem over 20 years, this is the only product that made a difference. I put it on twice a day.","My knees are really very dark and tomorrow I have football match in school and I have to wear shorts what to do pls help!!!","I guess I need something to exfoliate my knees and elbows and whiten them later with my Solvaderm. will these methods work on other parts of the body as well? Well, I should try it out for my self, Thanks for this 🙂"]},"parsed_md":"15 Effective Tips To Get Rid Of Black Knees And Elbow - My Health Tips\n\n * Skip to content\n * Skip to primary sidebar\n\nMy Health Tips\n\nTo Keep You Fit & Healthy!\n\n# 15 Effective Tips To Get Rid Of Black Knees And Elbow\n\nSeptember 4, 2013 by Jennifer 13 Comments\n\nThe buildup of thick and dead skin formed by the friction or pressure in\nelbows or knees or in ankles causes the skin to turn black. Leaning onto the\ntable using the elbows or kneeling down while you offer prayers can make the\nskin look dark. It is really embarrassing for women to wear short skirts or\nsleeveless dresses with black knees and elbows. Black knees and elbows can\nhappen to any person regardless of the color of their skin. Getting too much\nsun and not exfoliating your skin add to the darkening of the skin. You can\neasily get rid of black knees and elbow using various home remedies. The home\nremedies should be based on exfoliation and bleaching of the skin.\n\n## Home Remedies to get rid of Black Knees and Elbow:\n\n### 1\\. Baking Soda\n\nBaking soda is very effective in cleaning the skin and reduces darkening of\nthe skin. Milk bleaches and cleanses the skin\n\n * Take one tablespoon of baking soda and mix it with milk\n * Apply this paste on knees and elbows and scrub it using a circular motion.\n * Repeat the remedy once every two days. Repeat until you notice changes in the color.\n\n### 2\\. Turmeric, Honey And Milk\n\nTurmeric has antiseptic properties and milk act as bleach. Honey moisturizes\nthe dry skin and also has antiseptic properties. These natural properties of\nthe ingredients will help to get rid of black elbows and knees.\n\n * Mix some turmeric with milk and honey to make it a smooth paste\n * Apply it to the dark areas and leave it there for at least 20 minutes\n * Wet your hands and rub it for 2 minutes and then wash it off with water\n\n### 3\\. Sugar And Olive Oil\n\nThe sugar present in this home remedy work as exfoliate and the olive oil will\nmoisturize the skin.\n\n * Mix equal quantities of olive oil and sugar to make a thick paste\n * Apply this mix on to the black knees and elbow\n * Rub the skin using this mixture for about five minutes.\n * Wash using mild soap and water\n\n### 4\\. Lemon And Honey\n\nLemon juice has natural bleaching property and honey moisturizes the skin\npreventing darkening of the skin. Repeat this remedy at least thrice a week to\nget better results\n\n * Take the juice of one lemon and mix it with one tablespoon of honey\n * Apply the mixture of lemon and honey on the affected areas and leave the mixture to act for at least 20 minutes\n * Wash the mixture off with water to get the lightened skin\n\n### 5\\. Gram Flour And Lemon\n\nGram flour can cleanse the area and also provides mild exfoliation. Lemon is a\nnatural bleach and this will help to reduce the darkness.\n\n * Add some lime juice to gram flour to make it damp\n * Apply the mixture and rub in circular motion, allow it to dry and wash it off to get the light colored skin.\n\n### 6.Olive Oil\n\nThis oil has natural bleaching properties and it also softens the rough skin\non the knees and elbow giving it smoothness and glow. This is one of the\ncheapest remedies for dark skin formed by friction and dryness.\n\n * Rub warm olive oil to the knees and elbows every day for 10 minutes\n\n### 7.Exfoliating Brush\n\nYou can use any exfoliating brush or loofah to remove the dead cells from the\nknee and elbow\n\n * Use the exfoliating brush or loofah while taking bath, when the skin is moist and scrub the skin in a circular motion\n\n### 8.Cocoa Butter And Shea Butter\n\nThese natural fats act as good moisturizers and help to make the skin soft.\nThis helps to remove the darkness caused by the dry and flaky skin.\n\n * Apply cocoa butter or Shea butter on the darkened skin every night before going to bed.\n\n### 9.Aloe Vera Gel\n\nAloe Vera reduces the sun damage caused to the skin due to overexposure of the\nelbows and knees to the sun. It also moisturizes the skin and prevents the\ndryness which may lead to darkening of the skin.\n\n * Take fresh leaves of Aloe Vera and take out the gel by breaking the fleshy leaf.\n * Apply the fresh gel to the knees and elbows and leave it for half an hour to get a fresh looking skin on your elbows and knees.\n\n### 10.Use Sunscreen Lotions\n\nUsing sunscreen lotions while going out reduces the chances of developing a\ndark skin on the exposed parts.\n\n * Apply sunscreen while going out in the sun during the summer season.\n * You can also use it as a moisturizer after shower on elbows and knees to lighten the skin color.\n\n### 11.Vinegar And Yoghurt\n\nWhen used together this home remedy to reduce the dark color of the skin as\nthey cleanse and moisturize the skin.\n\n * Apply a mixture of vinegar and yoghurt on the affected areas and leave it to dry\n * When the mixture becomes dry rub the area in a circular motion for two minutes and wash.\n\n### 12\\. Bleaching Fruits\n\nFruits like lemon, tomato and grapes have bleaching property and help to get\nrid of black skin when used regularly.\n\n * Apply the juice of any of the bleaching fruits regularly to the skin\n * You can use different fruit juices on different days\n\n### 13.Use Moisturizers\n\nMoisturizers hydrate the skin and avoid the dryness of the skin. This will\nprevent darkening of the skin. The moisturizers also reduce the friction on\nthe skin.\n\n * Apply good quality moisturizer after having shower to keep your skin fresh and supple\n\n### 14\\. Natural Oils\n\nNatural oils will retain the moisture of the skin and reduce the darkness of\nthe skin\n\n * Apply any natural oil like olive oil, sesame seed oil or coconut oil on the skin to reduce the dryness and darkening of the skin.\n\n### 15.Pumice Stone\n\nRub the dark skin using a pumice stone. This helps to remove the dead cells\nfrom the skin.\n\n * Use a pumice stone to remove the dead skin while bathing\n\nAre you embarrassed with the black knees and the elbows? Are you looking for\nthe cheap and easily available remedies for the problem? Then try the above-\ngiven remedies to get rid of the black knees and elbow.\n\n## Frequently asked Question & Answers:\n\n#### Q: Why are my knees and elbow dark?\n\nAns: It is because of dead skin cells which occur due to the pressure on the\nknees and elbows.\n\n#### Q: How do you get rid of dark elbows?\n\nAns: All the 15 home remedies mentioned in the above article are effective in\ngetting rid of dark elbows.\n\n#### Q: How can I get rid of ashy elbows?\n\nAns: Ashy elbows are due to dead skin cells, so you can follow the same\nremedies mentioned above to get rid of these ashy elbows.\n\n#### Q: Can I use Bleaching cream for dark knees?\n\nAns: Bleaching cream contains chemicals which may have a bad effect on the\nskin such as skin diseases, thinning of skin etc. so do not go for bleaching.\n\n#### Q: Baking soda for dark knees\n\nAns: Yes, you can use baking soda for dark knees. The clear steps of how to\nuse are mentioned in the above article.\n\n#### Q: Which is the Best cream or lotion for dark knees and elbow?\n\nAns: Do not use any of the creams because they contain harmful chemicals which\nare not safe for your skin.\n\nFiled Under: Home Remedies, Skin Care Tagged With: Dark Skin, How To\n\n## Reader Interactions\n\n### Comments\n\n 1. Nevaeh says\n\nDecember 21, 2014 at 11:41 am\n\nHow many times to I have to use the Sugar and Olive Oil?\n\nLog in to Reply\n\n 2. Nevaeh says\n\nDecember 21, 2014 at 11:42 am\n\nI already tried Olive Oil and Sugar. I did what was said, and my skin is\ngetting lighter and soft. But how many times do I have to rub this per day?\n\nLog in to Reply\n\n * My Health Tips says\n\nJanuary 4, 2016 at 7:25 am\n\nUse 2 times every day\n\nLog in to Reply\n\n 3. Ifeoluwa Badmus says\n\nMarch 18, 2015 at 8:50 am\n\nPls I av a very stubborn an black kneel an elbow pls wat can I use 4 dis pls\nan\n\nLog in to Reply\n\n 4. Amy Nix-Martin says\n\nOctober 5, 2015 at 1:58 pm\n\nI tried garnier lightening cream. Comes in a small green tube. Been dealing\nwith this problem over 20 years, this is the only product that made a\ndifference. I put it on twice a day.\n\nLog in to Reply\n\n 5. My Health Tips says\n\nJanuary 4, 2016 at 7:24 am\n\nYes, with a regular use you will be able to get rid of black knees and elbow\n\nLog in to Reply\n\n 6. My Health Tips says\n\nJanuary 4, 2016 at 7:25 am\n\nSome of the remedies like Gram Flour And Lemon & honey with lemon can be used\nfor under arm\n\nLog in to Reply\n\n 7. My Health Tips says\n\nJanuary 4, 2016 at 7:26 am\n\nUse Gram Flour And Lemon for instant good result\n\nLog in to Reply\n\n * David Kay says\n\nSeptember 30, 2016 at 7:15 am\n\nLies. What do you have to gain by lying to people?\n\nLog in to Reply\n\n 8. My Health Tips says\n\nJanuary 4, 2016 at 7:26 am\n\nTry lemon with honey to get instant results\n\nLog in to Reply\n\n 9. My Health Tips says\n\nJanuary 4, 2016 at 7:27 am\n\nUse lemon and sugar scrub to get rid of black spots on leg\n\nLog in to Reply\n\n 10. Arush says\n\nAugust 27, 2016 at 9:04 am\n\nMy knees are really very dark and tomorrow I have football match in school and\nI have to wear shorts what to do pls help!!!\n\nLog in to Reply\n\n 11. Joana Bryer says\n\nNovember 30, 2016 at 2:23 pm\n\nI guess I need something to exfoliate my knees and elbows and whiten them\nlater with my Solvaderm. will these methods work on other parts of the body as\nwell? 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And alas, are you unable to wear sleeve-less tops or shorts or skirts because of your dark elbows and knees. And you have been trying to scrub off the “dirt” and dark spots with soap, but to no avail!","Rough, darkened knees and elbow are a common problem. They become dark because of dead skin cells. Elbow skin is naturally thicker and more prone to moisture loss than other skin. On top of it, the wear and tear of leaning over them can further roughen the skin and make it coarse.","Don’t neglect your dark elbows and knees during body care and moisturizing regimens. In this article you will find methods about how to get rid of dark elbows and knees. To get rid of dark elbows and knees you don’t need to rush off to an expensive salon. Good news is that you can lighten your dark elbows and knees with natural home remedies for dark elbows that bleach or exfoliate dark elbows and knees. A word of caution is not to use any ingredient, if you are allergic to it.","1. Lemon: It is an antioxidant. In addition it has bleaching and exfoliating properties, and so can be used to get rid of dark skin / dead cells on various parts of your body, including dark elbows and knees. It also clears the way for the healthy cells reproduction.","Cut a large lemon into two equal halves. Squeeze out a little juice from both halves, so as that you have two small cups. Scrub each lemon half onto your elbows and knees for 10 to 15 minutes. Rub away the pulp. Keep the cleansed areas away from sunlight by staying indoor or covering them with some loose clothing. However, do not put water on the cleansed areas. Moisturize the areas with pure petroleum jelly or vaseline. Your elbows or knees will feel smoother and softer. Repeat this process every day for a couple of weeks to see significant improvement. Continue with this treatment till your elbows and knees are lightened, and thereafter as and when needed.","2. Fresh Lemon Juice, Olive Oil and Salt: Mix 2 tbsp. of fresh lemon juice with 1tbsp of olive oil and 1/2 cup of sea or table salt in a small glass bowl. Mix the ingredients well. The lemon juice acts as acidic to eliminate dead skin cells, uncovering lighter skin from underneath plus it also work as a mild natural bleaching agent. The grainy property of the salt makes it work as a gentle exfoliant to remove dead skin cells. In addition the olive oil works as a moisturizer. Rub this mixed paste onto your dark elbows and knees every day for 10 to 15 minutes to see significant difference in few weeks’ time.","Caution: If the lemon stings your elbow or affected dark area unbearably, your skin might be super dry. If such is the case with you, you need to moisturize it with petroleum jelly or vaseline a night before you use the lemon.","3. Baking Soda mixed with Milk: Mixed these two ingredients well to make a thick paste. Apply this paste onto your elbows and knees and rub it in circular motions. Repeat this treatment every day or every alternate day, till your dark knees and elbows are lightened.","Caution: If the affected area on your elbows and knees is bruised or cracked, avoid using lemon or salt ingredients thereon.","4. Coconut Oil and Lemon Juice: Mix one tsp. of coconut oil with 1/2 tsp. of lemon juice in a small glass bowl. Rub this natural whitening solution onto your dark elbows and knees and leave it there for 15 to 20 minutes. Wipe off any excess lotion using paper towels. Coconut oil is not only very soothing, but it works as a hydrating agent and natural bleacher.","5. Olive Oil and Sugar: Mix one tbsp. of olive oil with one tsp. of sugar to form a scrubbing paste. Before taking bath rub this scrubbing paste on to your dark elbows and knees for few minutes.","(i) If none of the above home remedies for getting rid of dark knees or elbows work then we suggest you try a skin bleaching lotion.","(ii) After using any ingredient to exfoliate or scrub your dark elbows or knees, remember to moisturize the area with coconut oil or any other moisturizer or even petroleum jelly or vaseline to prevent re-occurrence of darkening of the affected areas.","Apply above methods to get rid of dark elbows and knees daily and consistently. Be patient and you will see the difference in few weeks’ time.","yah, hey i just wanna ask if those steps will do it every day? like i mean the “lime” using, will i stick with that remedy or i need to change like every week i will change other remedy? pls reply cause i’m having trouble with those remedies.","You can try a remedy every day or alternate day. Apply it for a couple of weeks, and if you don’t see any improvement try the other remedies & so on. Also it’s a good idea to apply these remedies in rotation. Lightening your dark elbows and knees require patience.","I’ve been using eyerid serum for a little over a week, only one time a day rather than two and my skin is glowing! The hyperpigmentation seems to be lightening but my skin is literally glowing. I am confident enough after trying this to buy the whole line!","* megha July 8, 2016 At 2:37 pm\nMadam my face hands and legs are fully dark can I use olive oil and sugar for skin lightening does it will work with in 1 week ..","* Chandni July 8, 2016 At 10:05 pm\nYes, you can use olive oil and sugar to exfoliate, which would also help to lighten your skin. Take a hot wet cloth to wipe and dampen your face, hands and legs. Scrub gently your skin with a thick mixture of granulated sugar and extra virgin olive oil for some time. Rinse off the mixture with lukewarm water. Take another damp cloth and wipe gently your skin until all the oil is off. Do this every alternate day. This will certainly lighten your skin and provide a natural glow. Follow this regimen regularly, and you will see improvement in two weeks time.","* Keem August 7, 2016 At 11:16 am\nHow about sunflower oil? I don’k know anything about its properties but we have lots of stored sunflower oil. Can I use it as a substitute for coconut oil? If yes, will it work at the same rate as coconut oil? Thanks!","Hey is there any remidies to lighten dark fingers? I mean the part before my nails is dark and it is harassing me. Please reply. I want to have beautiful fingers. Thankyou","Exfoliate your fingers every day. Mix a spoon of lemon juice with sugar and rub your fingers vigorously for about ten minutes. Do this every night before going to bed. The bleaching properties of lemon juice, together with the exfoliating properties of sugar would work wonders. Follow up with a moisturizer or hand cream.","Actually I wanted to ask you that as I am a girl of 15,I play basketball which leads to tanning .I want to get rid of the tanned skin .my skin colour was really good before I want it back .please suggest me something.THANK YOU.","Cucumber, Rose Water and Lemon Juice Pack: The acidic nature of lemon works as a natural bleach in removing tan. The cucumber juice and rose water act as cooling agents for soothing the troubled skin. Take a table spoon each of cucumber juice, lemon juice and rose water and mix them well in a small bowl. Apply with cotton on tanned areas, wait for 20 minutes and rinse off with cold water. Apply this remedy daly after you get back home from the sun.","* Awesome May 29, 2016 At 8:01 pm\nWhat if you don’t have rose water, can you use regular water?","I have used DermalMD Skin lighting Serum for a couple weeks and can I just say, it’s effective! Make sure you only apply on the skin as directed. I does a great job of lightening you skin exactly where you want it, in a short amount of time. Does exactly as it claims.","Hey i am 20 year boy and my face and part of inner thigh are get too dark compare to my body so these remedi is help me out anyway or could i apply another remedi plz suggeste me I will waiting for ur answer","how to get rid of dark circles and small pimples that occur on face beside nose an black heads forever in 2 weeks","Hi, I’m a 14 years old girl and my knees and elbows are like 5x darker than the rest of my body and I want to whiten them before summer comes. Which is the fastest and the most effective way to whiten them? Thank you.","Hi, what is the fastest method to whiten knees and elbows with home remedies? I want to get it white before summer comes. Thank you.","I like to try these remedies on my eczema or psoriasis doctors said I’m allergic to leather its on my joint upper foot both legs","Lime is very similar to lemon in nutrients and can be substituted all the time (unless you’re distinctly looking for lemon flavor). Like lemon, lime belongs to the citrus family and as such, is a valuable resource of citric acid. Lime will make a slightly different taste / flavor but will still be good.","Hi.. I have this problem of dark knees elbows knuckles for very long time. from childhood.. now I’m 24 years old. I tried many before.. baking soda.. lemon.. nothing works... can you suggest any skin lightening cream which will be found effective ??","(i) Crush 4 almonds to powder in a food processor. Don’t process them too long as they’ll turn into almond butter. Mix the almond powder with 1 1⁄2 cups of plain, unflavored, unsweetened yogurt, 2 table spoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of honey and a pinch of turmeric powder. Mix them well until blended completely.","(ii) Apply a small amount of the skin-lightening cream every night before bed. Do not apply during the day. Lemon juice can react negatively to sun exposure. Also at night, skin under-goes a recovery cycle in which hormones are released that raise blood circulation and open pores. This process makes it easier for skin creams to penetrate and be absorbed.","(iii) Almonds, lemon juice and turmeric are some of the most potent natural skin lightening ingredients. They can provide results equal to many chemical skin-lightening creams. When you mix these ingredients with the nourishing and moisturizing properties of yogurt and honey, the outcome is a grandly rich skin cream that not only will lighten skin color, but also will perk up the overall health and condition of your skin.","Apply this natural remedy daily at night for a month. If don’t see positive results then I suggest you consult a good dermatologist.","* Rey December 20, 2015 At 9:16 pm\nBut as I asked from my Dr., there is no remedy for dark sides from childhood ... how much efficient is this cure? Is it really going to work? If so, after howmany times do we see the result?","If you have darkened skin from your childhood, it can not be lightened with home remedies to a great extent. But these remedies will keep the skin clean and lightened by a few shades even if the skin is drakened since childhood.","* Poorva vermaPoorva verma June 2, 2017 At 7:23 pm\nCan i apply baking soda and milk remedy in morning and this homemade cream at night??","Use sweet almond oil. You can find it in any drug store, pharmacy, food store or super market. It’s not dificult to find sweet almond oil.","Hi! I just want to know how long will this take to whiten dark knees, elbows, and inner thighs? Will it take about 6 months??","Hey....having loads of problems....as am only 18 I don’t know what’s good and bad for me ....can u plzz introduce me to the link where there are appropriate things for me.....if that could help....!sensitive skin....I need a total body care....plzzzz","What kind of Milk are we going to use if I am going to use the baking soda and milk remedy? Thank you in advance!!!?","Hello, I am a girl of 14(today’s Date-16/2/2016). I have a lot of pimples on my face and freckles too. I have to been to a skin specialist for the pimples purpose.Most of pimples had gone away but now they are back on my face.Thy also create many black spots.Some pimples remain on the skin for a long time as if they r dead..Don’t know...Now I want to try some home remedies...I apply lemon and honey sometimes..I dont know what to do...Can u suggest me something?","Retinoids are a powerful form of vitamin A proven to speed up cell turnover – which you need to get rid of dark spots. It helps your complexion looks smoother and diminishes the appearance of fine lines. The most potent form I use is in the Lady Soma Renewal Serum – I buy it online. Anything stronger, you will need a prescription from your dermotologist – but anything stronger will make your skin flake. The Lady Soma Renewal Serum does not make my skin flake, and in about 3- weeks, I have way less dark spots.","Is baking soda and milk are really fast ro wighten knees and elbows? Plss reply i really need a reply cause i’ve NEVER WEAR SHORTS OR SKIRTS IN MY ENTIRE LIFE AND I’m JEALOUS OF MY FRIENDS BEACAUSE THEY KAN WEAR SKIRTS AND DRESSES PLSSS REEEPLYYY","Is baking soda and milk are really fast ro wighten knees and elbows? Plss reply i really need a reply cause i’ve NEVER WEAR SHORTS OR SKIRTS IN MY ENTIRE LIFE AND I’m JEALOUS OF MY FRIENDS BEACAUSE THEY KAN WEAR SKIRTS AND DRESSES PLSSS REEEPLYYY","Apply these remedies (including Baking Soda & Milk) to lighten your knees and elbows. Soon you will se positive results. Then you can wear shorts / skirts with confidence.","Yes, they will. Apply these remedies to lighten dark knees and elbows and soon you will be wearing your dream shorts and skirts.","I have had dark knees, elbows, knuckles, toes, and the heel since childhood. Never worn dresses, sandals, skirts or shorts since I was a child. This summer i really want to change that. Which one of these remedies will show improvement in less than a month or if you could suggest me something else.? If you could please reply as soon as you can. Please!!!!!!!..","You can use pure-sweet almond oil to lighten your dark elbows, knees and ankles. Mix almond oil with sugar or salt to make a paste with medium consistency. Using your fingers, gently rub the mixture over the knees, elbows and ankles. Wash off with warm water.","Hi there. I just wanted to ask, what if I dont have an olive oil can I use coconut oil instead to mix with the sugar???","Rub it gently into your elbows and knees for few minutes, leaving it on for about 15 minutes – and then rinse it off.","* Nasim April 17, 2017 At 11:17 pm\nHow long will this method take just using the lemon technique? And also can I use any moisturiser?","* Chandni April 18, 2017 At 12:20 pm\nYes, you can use moisturizer after applying these remedies. Here are some natural and homemade moisturizer recipes:","* Chandni February 22, 2017 At 8:28 am\nYes, it can be used on all skin types. If possible try to use pure aloe vera gel extracted at home. Remember that it oxidises quickly and should be stored in an airtight container in refrigerator immediately. Alternatively you can use aloe vera gel available in the market. But make sure you buy one, which is chemical free pure organic aloe vera gels because many popular brands have harmful preservatives, colors and additives.","Does the lemon only method work in 2 weeks or longer?? Also is the cucumber and lemon method work faster than the lemon method alone? If so how long will it take?? I need to get rid of them quickly!!!","* Chandni April 18, 2017 At 7:37 am\nHome remedies are harmless, do not cost you much. But, they take a little longer time. It will depend on the extent of darkness. So, apply the chosen remedy regularly with patience. You can apply lemon juice alone twice a day to get faster results.","Can i use baking soda and milk remedy in morning and homemade natural skin lightening cream (which u told in an comment above) at night??? please let me know.... And also my elbows are not dark from my childhood, they are dark may be from 5 to 6 years Please please please It’s a request Please let me know And thank u in advance ???"]},"parsed_md":"How Do You Get Rid Of Dark Elbows And Knees Naturally Fast\n\n * Home\n * Skin Care\n * Hair Care\n * Body Care\n * Beauty\n * Beauty Product Reviews\n * Makeup\n * Healthy Living\n\nNatural Beauty Tips World's # 1 Skin & Hair Care Resource\n\n * Home\n * Skin Care\n * Hair Care\n * Body Care\n * Beauty\n * Beauty Product Reviews\n * Makeup\n * Healthy Living\n\nHome Body Care How Do You Get Rid Of Dark Elbows And Knees\n\n * Body Care\n\n# How Do You Get Rid Of Dark Elbows And Knees\n\n## Get Rid Of Dark Elbows And Knees Naturally Fast\n\nAre you ashamed of having dark elbows and knees? And alas, are you unable to\nwear sleeve-less tops or shorts or skirts because of your dark elbows and\nknees. And you have been trying to scrub off the “dirt” and dark spots with\nsoap, but to no avail!\n\nGetting Rid Of Dark Elbows and Knees Naturally\n\nRough, darkened knees and elbow are a common problem. They become dark because\nof dead skin cells. Elbow skin is naturally thicker and more prone to moisture\nloss than other skin. On top of it, the wear and tear of leaning over them can\nfurther roughen the skin and make it coarse.\n\nDon’t neglect your dark elbows and knees during body care and moisturizing\nregimens. In this article you will find methods about how to get rid of dark\nelbows and knees. To get rid of dark elbows and knees you don’t need to rush\noff to an expensive salon. Good news is that you can lighten your dark elbows\nand knees with natural home remedies for dark elbows that bleach or exfoliate\ndark elbows and knees. A word of caution is not to use any ingredient, if you\nare allergic to it.\n\nFollow these home remedies for getting rid of dark elbows and knees naturally.\n\n1\\. Lemon: It is an antioxidant. In addition it has bleaching and exfoliating\nproperties, and so can be used to get rid of dark skin / dead cells on various\nparts of your body, including dark elbows and knees. It also clears the way\nfor the healthy cells reproduction.\n\nCut a large lemon into two equal halves. Squeeze out a little juice from both\nhalves, so as that you have two small cups. Scrub each lemon half onto your\nelbows and knees for 10 to 15 minutes. Rub away the pulp. Keep the cleansed\nareas away from sunlight by staying indoor or covering them with some loose\nclothing. However, do not put water on the cleansed areas. Moisturize the\nareas with pure petroleum jelly or vaseline. Your elbows or knees will feel\nsmoother and softer. Repeat this process every day for a couple of weeks to\nsee significant improvement. Continue with this treatment till your elbows and\nknees are lightened, and thereafter as and when needed.\n\n2\\. Fresh Lemon Juice, Olive Oil and Salt: Mix 2 tbsp. of fresh lemon juice\nwith 1tbsp of olive oil and 1/2 cup of sea or table salt in a small glass\nbowl. Mix the ingredients well. The lemon juice acts as acidic to eliminate\ndead skin cells, uncovering lighter skin from underneath plus it also work as\na mild natural bleaching agent. The grainy property of the salt makes it work\nas a gentle exfoliant to remove dead skin cells. In addition the olive oil\nworks as a moisturizer. Rub this mixed paste onto your dark elbows and knees\nevery day for 10 to 15 minutes to see significant difference in few weeks’\ntime.\n\nCaution: If the lemon stings your elbow or affected dark area unbearably, your\nskin might be super dry. If such is the case with you, you need to moisturize\nit with petroleum jelly or vaseline a night before you use the lemon.\n\n3\\. Baking Soda mixed with Milk: Mixed these two ingredients well to make a\nthick paste. Apply this paste onto your elbows and knees and rub it in\ncircular motions. Repeat this treatment every day or every alternate day, till\nyour dark knees and elbows are lightened.\n\nCaution: If the affected area on your elbows and knees is bruised or cracked,\navoid using lemon or salt ingredients thereon.\n\n4\\. Coconut Oil and Lemon Juice: Mix one tsp. of coconut oil with 1/2 tsp. of\nlemon juice in a small glass bowl. Rub this natural whitening solution onto\nyour dark elbows and knees and leave it there for 15 to 20 minutes. Wipe off\nany excess lotion using paper towels. Coconut oil is not only very soothing,\nbut it works as a hydrating agent and natural bleacher.\n\n5\\. Olive Oil and Sugar: Mix one tbsp. of olive oil with one tsp. of sugar to\nform a scrubbing paste. Before taking bath rub this scrubbing paste on to your\ndark elbows and knees for few minutes.\n\nOther Natural Beauty Tips:\n\n(i) If none of the above home remedies for getting rid of dark knees or elbows\nwork then we suggest you try a skin bleaching lotion.\n\n(ii) After using any ingredient to exfoliate or scrub your dark elbows or\nknees, remember to moisturize the area with coconut oil or any other\nmoisturizer or even petroleum jelly or vaseline to prevent re-occurrence of\ndarkening of the affected areas.\n\nApply above methods to get rid of dark elbows and knees daily and\nconsistently. Be patient and you will see the difference in few weeks’ time.\n\nRelated Useful Article:\n\nHow To Lighten Skin\n\nHow To Lighten Dark Lips\n\nHow To Lighten Dark Lips Naturally\n\nHow To Get Rid Of Dark Circles\n\nPedicure at home tips.\n\nFacebook\n\nTwitter\n\nPinterest\n\nWhatsApp\n\nPrevious articleHow To Keep Your Skin Healthy\n\nNext articleHow to Have Perfect Hair Naturally\n\nRB\n\n#### 97 COMMENTS\n\n 1. swimming pool designs August 20, 2014 At 10:56 am\n\nI have read several excellent stuff here. Definitely value bookmarking for\nrevisiting.\n\nI surprise how much effort you set to make this type of wonderful informative\nwebsite.\n\nReply\n\n 2. mayuri October 19, 2014 At 8:23 pm\n\nThank you....\n\nReply\n\n 3. kholofelo November 24, 2014 At 2:26 pm\n\nHi,can u pls help me where can i found coconut oil around Germiston\n\nReply\n\n 4. Chandni November 24, 2014 At 3:32 pm\n\n@Kholofelo:\n\nTry to search it online in google.\n\nReply\n\n * Daniella June 18, 2016 At 12:51 am\n\nIt’s Google not “Googles” Lol\n\nReply\n\n 5. melai December 9, 2014 At 7:50 pm\n\nyah, hey i just wanna ask if those steps will do it every day? like i mean the\n“lime” using, will i stick with that remedy or i need to change like every\nweek i will change other remedy? pls reply cause i’m having trouble with those\nremedies.\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni December 9, 2014 At 11:49 pm\n\n@Melai:\n\nYou can try a remedy every day or alternate day. Apply it for a couple of\nweeks, and if you don’t see any improvement try the other remedies & so on.\nAlso it’s a good idea to apply these remedies in rotation. Lightening your\ndark elbows and knees require patience.\n\nReply\n\n * Rishita March 30, 2015 At 6:13 pm\n\nI have the same query\n\nReply\n\n 6. How to Get Rid of Dark Elbows: 8 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow January 20, 2015 At 12:19 am\n\n[...] https://naturalbeautytips.co/how-do-you-get-rid-of-dark-elbows-and-\nknees/ [...]\n\nReply\n\n 7. Michelle Himes February 24, 2015 At 6:27 pm\n\nI’ve been using eyerid serum for a little over a week, only one time a day\nrather than two and my skin is glowing! The hyperpigmentation seems to be\nlightening but my skin is literally glowing. I am confident enough after\ntrying this to buy the whole line!\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni February 26, 2015 At 8:37 am\n\n@Michelle:\n\nThanks for sharing your experience..........\n\nReply\n\n * megha July 8, 2016 At 2:37 pm\n\nMadam my face hands and legs are fully dark can I use olive oil and sugar for\nskin lightening does it will work with in 1 week ..\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni July 8, 2016 At 10:05 pm\n\nYes, you can use olive oil and sugar to exfoliate, which would also help to\nlighten your skin. Take a hot wet cloth to wipe and dampen your face, hands\nand legs. Scrub gently your skin with a thick mixture of granulated sugar and\nextra virgin olive oil for some time. Rinse off the mixture with lukewarm\nwater. Take another damp cloth and wipe gently your skin until all the oil is\noff. Do this every alternate day. This will certainly lighten your skin and\nprovide a natural glow. Follow this regimen regularly, and you will see\nimprovement in two weeks time.\n\nReply\n\n * Keem August 7, 2016 At 11:16 am\n\nHow about sunflower oil? I don’k know anything about its properties but we\nhave lots of stored sunflower oil. Can I use it as a substitute for coconut\noil? If yes, will it work at the same rate as coconut oil? Thanks!\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni August 7, 2016 At 11:50 am\n\n@ Keem:\n\nI don’t recommend sunflower oil for beauty benefits.\n\nReply\n\n 8. Falcon March 14, 2015 At 11:50 pm\n\nHey is there any remidies to lighten dark fingers? I mean the part before my\nnails is dark and it is harassing me. Please reply. I want to have beautiful\nfingers. Thankyou\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni March 15, 2015 At 8:18 am\n\n@ Falcon:\n\nExfoliate your fingers every day. Mix a spoon of lemon juice with sugar and\nrub your fingers vigorously for about ten minutes. Do this every night before\ngoing to bed. The bleaching properties of lemon juice, together with the\nexfoliating properties of sugar would work wonders. Follow up with a\nmoisturizer or hand cream.\n\nYou can also apply the above remedies given in this article,\n\nReply\n\n 9. Rishita March 30, 2015 At 6:15 pm\n\nTHANKS FOR SUCH LOVELY TIPS..........\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni March 30, 2015 At 8:41 pm\n\n@Rishita:\n\nThanks for appreciation........\n\nReply\n\n 10. durva April 15, 2015 At 4:15 pm\n\nActually I wanted to ask you that as I am a girl of 15,I play basketball which\nleads to tanning .I want to get rid of the tanned skin .my skin colour was\nreally good before I want it back .please suggest me something.THANK YOU.\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni April 17, 2015 At 1:57 pm\n\n@durva:\n\nUse this remedy to get rid of the sun-tan:\n\nCucumber, Rose Water and Lemon Juice Pack: The acidic nature of lemon works as\na natural bleach in removing tan. The cucumber juice and rose water act as\ncooling agents for soothing the troubled skin. Take a table spoon each of\ncucumber juice, lemon juice and rose water and mix them well in a small bowl.\nApply with cotton on tanned areas, wait for 20 minutes and rinse off with cold\nwater. Apply this remedy daly after you get back home from the sun.\n\nReply\n\n * Awesome May 29, 2016 At 8:01 pm\n\nWhat if you don’t have rose water, can you use regular water?\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni May 30, 2016 At 8:18 am\n\n@ Awesome:\n\nYes, you can..\n\nReply\n\n 11. Alisha Bethel April 27, 2015 At 11:43 pm\n\nI have used DermalMD Skin lighting Serum for a couple weeks and can I just\nsay, it’s effective! Make sure you only apply on the skin as directed. I does\na great job of lightening you skin exactly where you want it, in a short\namount of time. Does exactly as it claims.\n\nReply\n\n * julie June 10, 2016 At 2:23 am\n\nAre there no side effects? Where can i get it Pretoria?\n\nReply\n\n 12. Chandni April 28, 2015 At 9:04 pm\n\n@alisha:\n\nThanks for sharing your beauty tip..........\n\nReply\n\n 13. harsh May 9, 2015 At 5:05 pm\n\nHey i am 20 year boy and my face and part of inner thigh are get too dark\ncompare to my body so these remedi is help me out anyway or could i apply\nanother remedi plz suggeste me I will waiting for ur answer\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni May 9, 2015 At 5:23 pm\n\n@harsh:\n\n(i) To lighten your facial skin, use these remedies:\nhttps://naturalbeautytips.co/how-to-lighten-skin/\n\n(ii) To lighten inner side of your dark thighs, apply these remedies:\nhttps://naturalbeautytips.co/how-do-you-get-rid-of-dark-elbows-and-knees/\n\nReply\n\n 14. fatima May 10, 2015 At 2:01 am\n\nhow to get rid of dark circles and small pimples that occur on face beside\nnose an black heads forever in 2 weeks\n\nReply\n\n 15. Chandni May 10, 2015 At 1:46 pm\n\n@fatima:\n\n1\\. To get rid of dark circles, follow these remedies:\n\n(i) https://naturalbeautytips.co/how-to-get-rid-of-dark-circles/\n\n(ii) https://naturalbeautytips.co/how-to-get-rid-of-dark-circles-under-the-\neyes/\n\n2\\. To get rid of pimples: http://acnetreatmentshq.com/get-rid-pimples-fast/\n\n3\\. To get rid of blackheads: https://naturalbeautytips.co/how-to-get-rid-of-\nblackheads/\n\nReply\n\n 16. blessy May 25, 2015 At 4:21 pm\n\nis this a nice remedy fr dark knees i mean r u sure?\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni May 25, 2015 At 6:09 pm\n\n@blessy:\n\nThese are the best natural remedies. Many people have benefitted from these\nremedies.\n\nReply\n\n 17. Yana May 28, 2015 At 3:04 am\n\nHi, I’m a 14 years old girl and my knees and elbows are like 5x darker than\nthe rest of my body and I want to whiten them before summer comes. Which is\nthe fastest and the most effective way to whiten them? Thank you.\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni May 28, 2015 At 11:04 am\n\n@Yana:\n\nAll of the above remedies are very effective. You can use remedy number 2 & 3\ndaily.........\n\nReply\n\n 18. Yanna May 28, 2015 At 10:23 am\n\nHi, what is the fastest method to whiten knees and elbows with home remedies?\nI want to get it white before summer comes. Thank you.\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni July 11, 2015 At 5:35 pm\n\n@ Yanna:\n\nUse the lemon or baking soda remedies to get fast results.\n\nReply\n\n 19. vesh July 11, 2015 At 2:03 pm\n\nI like to try these remedies on my eczema or psoriasis doctors said I’m\nallergic to leather its on my joint upper foot both legs\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni July 11, 2015 At 5:38 pm\n\n@ medically vesh:\n\nMy suggestion is to get first your eczema / psoriasis treated medically. Then\nyou use these remedies.\n\nReply\n\n 20. shawnda July 14, 2015 At 12:12 pm\n\nDoes These remedies work for acne n dark marks as well?\n\nReply\n\n 21. Chandni July 14, 2015 At 2:20 pm\n\n@ shawnda:\n\n(i) For your acne problem, find the best remedies to treat acne on this site:\nhttp://acnetreatmentshq.com/\n\n(ii) If the marks are because of acne, here are the best natural remedies for\nacne scars: http://acnetreatmentshq.com/how-to-get-rid-of-acne-scars-fast/\n\nReply\n\n 22. judyxtiane August 15, 2015 At 7:00 am\n\nI’d like to know, does lime work as lemon does?\n\nReply\n\n 23. Chandni August 15, 2015 At 10:19 am\n\n@judyxtiane:\n\nLime is very similar to lemon in nutrients and can be substituted all the time\n(unless you’re distinctly looking for lemon flavor). Like lemon, lime belongs\nto the citrus family and as such, is a valuable resource of citric acid. Lime\nwill make a slightly different taste / flavor but will still be good.\n\nReply\n\n 24. Phoebe August 15, 2015 At 9:00 pm\n\nWhat kind of milk should be use to mix with baking soda? Thank you.\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni August 15, 2015 At 9:04 pm\n\n@ Phoebe:\n\nYou can use whole fat or normal milk.........\n\nReply\n\n 25. abi August 17, 2015 At 10:42 pm\n\nHi.. I have this problem of dark knees elbows knuckles for very long time.\nfrom childhood.. now I’m 24 years old. I tried many before.. baking soda..\nlemon.. nothing works... can you suggest any skin lightening cream which will\nbe found effective ??\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni August 18, 2015 At 7:45 am\n\n@ abi:\n\nAlthough you problem is very acute, but you may try this homemade natural skin\nlighening cream:\n\n(i) Crush 4 almonds to powder in a food processor. Don’t process them too long\nas they’ll turn into almond butter. Mix the almond powder with 1 1⁄2 cups of\nplain, unflavored, unsweetened yogurt, 2 table spoons of freshly squeezed\nlemon juice, 1 teaspoon of honey and a pinch of turmeric powder. Mix them well\nuntil blended completely.\n\n(ii) Apply a small amount of the skin-lightening cream every night before bed.\nDo not apply during the day. Lemon juice can react negatively to sun exposure.\nAlso at night, skin under-goes a recovery cycle in which hormones are released\nthat raise blood circulation and open pores. This process makes it easier for\nskin creams to penetrate and be absorbed.\n\n(iii) Almonds, lemon juice and turmeric are some of the most potent natural\nskin lightening ingredients. They can provide results equal to many chemical\nskin-lightening creams. When you mix these ingredients with the nourishing and\nmoisturizing properties of yogurt and honey, the outcome is a grandly rich\nskin cream that not only will lighten skin color, but also will perk up the\noverall health and condition of your skin.\n\nApply this natural remedy daily at night for a month. If don’t see positive\nresults then I suggest you consult a good dermatologist.\n\nReply\n\n * abi August 19, 2015 At 7:02 pm\n\nI will try that..Thank you so much ..\n\nReply\n\n * Rey December 20, 2015 At 9:16 pm\n\nBut as I asked from my Dr., there is no remedy for dark sides from childhood\n... how much efficient is this cure? Is it really going to work? If so, after\nhowmany times do we see the result?\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni December 21, 2015 At 11:42 am\n\nRey:\n\nIf you have darkened skin from your childhood, it can not be lightened with\nhome remedies to a great extent. But these remedies will keep the skin clean\nand lightened by a few shades even if the skin is drakened since childhood.\n\nReply\n\n * Poorva vermaPoorva verma June 2, 2017 At 7:23 pm\n\nCan i apply baking soda and milk remedy in morning and this homemade cream at\nnight??\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni June 2, 2017 At 8:19 pm\n\nYes, you can.\n\nReply\n\n 26. Baby face September 3, 2015 At 10:28 pm\n\nIt really a great job for providing dix wonderful remedies,but pls where can i\nfind almond oil.\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni September 4, 2015 At 8:41 am\n\n@ Baby face:\n\nThank you so much for appreciation.\n\nUse sweet almond oil. You can find it in any drug store, pharmacy, food store\nor super market. It’s not dificult to find sweet almond oil.\n\nReply\n\n 27. Jess October 3, 2015 At 4:54 am\n\nHi! I just want to know how long will this take to whiten dark knees, elbows,\nand inner thighs? Will it take about 6 months??\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni October 4, 2015 At 7:39 am\n\n@ Jess:\n\nIt depends upon the root cause and intensinity. 6 months are enough to give\nyou positive results..........\n\nReply\n\n 28. humhaze October 20, 2015 At 7:47 pm\n\nHey....having loads of problems....as am only 18 I don’t know what’s good and\nbad for me ....can u plzz introduce me to the link where there are appropriate\nthings for me.....if that could help....!sensitive skin....I need a total body\ncare....plzzzz\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni October 20, 2015 At 9:12 pm\n\n@humhaze:\n\nHere are the best beauty tips for sensitive skin:\nhttps://naturalbeautytips.co/how-to-treat-sensitive-skin/\n\nReply\n\n 29. GET RID OF DARK ELBOWS AND KNEES | Eat and Exercise November 17, 2015 At 2:55 pm\n\n[...] GET RID OF DARK ELBOWS AND KNEES [...]\n\nReply\n\n 30. Jan December 21, 2015 At 11:26 am\n\nWhat kind of Milk are we going to use if I am going to use the baking soda and\nmilk remedy? Thank you in advance!!!?\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni December 22, 2015 At 2:47 pm\n\n@ Jan:\n\nYou can use the normal milk such as full fat or less fat milk, as per your\nchoice......\n\nReply\n\n 31. Lady d January 25, 2016 At 3:24 am\n\nHey Chandni, thanks for this post. Will try them and share my experience\nlater.\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni January 25, 2016 At 1:17 pm\n\nHello Lady d:\n\nThank you so much for visiting my site. Please do share your experience after\nusing the above remedies.\n\nReply\n\n 32. Jenny January 30, 2016 At 6:07 am\n\nWill try these remedies...liked the way it had been explained.hope it works.\n\nReply\n\n 33. Anonymous Girl February 16, 2016 At 6:38 pm\n\nHello, I am a girl of 14(today’s Date-16/2/2016). I have a lot of pimples on\nmy face and freckles too. I have to been to a skin specialist for the pimples\npurpose.Most of pimples had gone away but now they are back on my face.Thy\nalso create many black spots.Some pimples remain on the skin for a long time\nas if they r dead..Don’t know...Now I want to try some home remedies...I apply\nlemon and honey sometimes..I dont know what to do...Can u suggest me\nsomething?\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni February 16, 2016 At 7:06 pm\n\nHi,\n\nFor treating pimples, here are best home remedies:\nhttp://acnetreatmentshq.com/get-rid-pimples-fast/\n\nAnd to get rid of piples spots, use these remedies:\nhttp://acnetreatmentshq.com/how-to-get-rid-of-acne-scars-fast/\n\nReply\n\n 34. Sarah April 7, 2016 At 11:57 am\n\nCan we use bio oil or coconut oil instead of olive oil\n\nReply\n\n 35. Riya Reddy April 20, 2016 At 8:53 am\n\nCan we get fairer skin in 2days???\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni April 20, 2016 At 1:04 pm\n\n@ Riya:\n\nThere is no such magic..\n\nReply\n\n 36. pillar April 30, 2016 At 1:21 am\n\nRetinoids are a powerful form of vitamin A proven to speed up cell turnover –\nwhich you need to get rid of dark spots. It helps your complexion looks\nsmoother and diminishes the appearance of fine lines. The most potent form I\nuse is in the Lady Soma Renewal Serum – I buy it online. Anything stronger,\nyou will need a prescription from your dermotologist – but anything stronger\nwill make your skin flake. The Lady Soma Renewal Serum does not make my skin\nflake, and in about 3- weeks, I have way less dark spots.\n\nReply\n\n 37. Zia June 14, 2016 At 4:33 pm\n\nIs baking soda and milk are really fast ro wighten knees and elbows? Plss\nreply i really need a reply cause i’ve NEVER WEAR SHORTS OR SKIRTS IN MY\nENTIRE LIFE AND I’m JEALOUS OF MY FRIENDS BEACAUSE THEY KAN WEAR SKIRTS AND\nDRESSES PLSSS REEEPLYYY\n\nReply\n\n 38. Zia June 14, 2016 At 4:33 pm\n\nIs baking soda and milk are really fast ro wighten knees and elbows? Plss\nreply i really need a reply cause i’ve NEVER WEAR SHORTS OR SKIRTS IN MY\nENTIRE LIFE AND I’m JEALOUS OF MY FRIENDS BEACAUSE THEY KAN WEAR SKIRTS AND\nDRESSES PLSSS REEEPLYYY\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni June 14, 2016 At 8:43 pm\n\n@ Zia:\n\nApply these remedies (including Baking Soda & Milk) to lighten your knees and\nelbows. Soon you will se positive results. Then you can wear shorts / skirts\nwith confidence.\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni June 15, 2016 At 5:18 am\n\n@ Zia:\n\nYes, they will. Apply these remedies to lighten dark knees and elbows and soon\nyou will be wearing your dream shorts and skirts.\n\nReply\n\n 39. ANONYMOUSB June 30, 2016 At 4:45 am\n\nI have had dark knees, elbows, knuckles, toes, and the heel since childhood.\nNever worn dresses, sandals, skirts or shorts since I was a child. This summer\ni really want to change that. Which one of these remedies will show\nimprovement in less than a month or if you could suggest me something else.?\nIf you could please reply as soon as you can. Please!!!!!!!..\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni July 2, 2016 At 8:24 pm\n\n@ Anonymousb:\n\nThere are no magics. You have to apply these remedies consistently with\npatience.\n\nReply\n\n 40. Aarti patel July 15, 2016 At 7:18 am\n\nI heard the almond oil helps to treat dark elbows knees and ankles is that\ntrue....\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni July 15, 2016 At 9:31 pm\n\n@ Aarti:\n\nYou can use pure-sweet almond oil to lighten your dark elbows, knees and\nankles. Mix almond oil with sugar or salt to make a paste with medium\nconsistency. Using your fingers, gently rub the mixture over the knees, elbows\nand ankles. Wash off with warm water.\n\nReply\n\n 41. Kristel August 25, 2016 At 8:55 am\n\nI have a question,how to whiten the back of the knees cause of sweating ang\nscratching?\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni August 27, 2016 At 8:58 am\n\n@ Kristel:\n\nTry the above given remedies..\n\nReply\n\n 42. Angelica Matsumoto September 25, 2016 At 10:10 pm\n\nHi there. I just wanted to ask, what if I dont have an olive oil can I use\ncoconut oil instead to mix with the sugar???\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni September 26, 2016 At 11:43 am\n\n@ Angelica:\n\nYes, you can. Use pure organic coconut oil.\n\nReply\n\n 43. tanisha November 17, 2016 At 1:47 am\n\ncan i use baking powder in place of baking soda..are they same..?\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni November 17, 2016 At 5:44 am\n\n@ Tanisha:\n\nNo, please. They are not same...\n\nReply\n\n 44. Noname December 5, 2016 At 2:24 am\n\nHow long should I keep the paste for the milk and baking powder on for?\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni December 5, 2016 At 3:00 pm\n\n@ Noname:\n\nRub it gently into your elbows and knees for few minutes, leaving it on for\nabout 15 minutes – and then rinse it off.\n\nReply\n\n 45. Hinal December 26, 2016 At 3:03 am\n\nHiii Can I use bio oil or olive for lightening my dark knees ? Which one is\nmore affective?\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni December 26, 2016 At 9:50 am\n\n@ Hinal:\n\nI suggest first you try the remedies given in the article...\n\nReply\n\n 46. kerla January 25, 2017 At 4:24 pm\n\nCan I rub with lemon then moisturize with only Olive oil?\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni January 25, 2017 At 5:01 pm\n\n@ Kerla:\n\nYes, you can.\n\nReply\n\n * Nasim April 17, 2017 At 11:17 pm\n\nHow long will this method take just using the lemon technique? And also can I\nuse any moisturiser?\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni April 18, 2017 At 12:20 pm\n\nYes, you can use moisturizer after applying these remedies. Here are some\nnatural and homemade moisturizer recipes:\n\n(i) https://naturalbeautytips.co/super-easy-homemade-moisturizer/\n\n(ii) https://naturalbeautytips.co/best-all-natural-face-and-skin-moisturizers/\n\nReply\n\n 47. Jayasundara February 22, 2017 At 7:56 am\n\nIs aloe vera good for dry skins??\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni February 22, 2017 At 8:28 am\n\nYes, it can be used on all skin types. If possible try to use pure aloe vera\ngel extracted at home. Remember that it oxidises quickly and should be stored\nin an airtight container in refrigerator immediately. Alternatively you can\nuse aloe vera gel available in the market. But make sure you buy one, which is\nchemical free pure organic aloe vera gels because many popular brands have\nharmful preservatives, colors and additives.\n\nReply\n\n 48. Nasim April 17, 2017 At 11:15 pm\n\nDoes the lemon only method work in 2 weeks or longer?? Also is the cucumber\nand lemon method work faster than the lemon method alone? If so how long will\nit take?? I need to get rid of them quickly!!!\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni April 18, 2017 At 7:37 am\n\nHome remedies are harmless, do not cost you much. But, they take a little\nlonger time. It will depend on the extent of darkness. So, apply the chosen\nremedy regularly with patience. You can apply lemon juice alone twice a day to\nget faster results.\n\nReply\n\n 49. Poorva June 2, 2017 At 7:37 pm\n\nCan i use baking soda and milk remedy in morning and homemade natural skin\nlightening cream (which u told in an comment above) at night??? please let me\nknow.... And also my elbows are not dark from my childhood, they are dark may\nbe from 5 to 6 years Please please please It’s a request Please let me know\nAnd thank u in advance ???\n\nReply\n\n * Chandni June 2, 2017 At 8:22 pm\n\nYes, you can.\n\nReply\n\n### LEAVE A REPLY Cancel reply\n\nThis site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 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Like dark inner thighs or dark neck, knees and elbows are more prone to becoming dark. It is caused due to the friction or pressure and lost moisture which makes the skin area harder and darker. Among all the beauty related issues, it comes as one of the most common problems. Well, you don’t need to waste your time and money in lavish saloons to get rid of your dark elbows and knees fast. They can easily be treated using some of the simple home remedies. By using these, you will be able to roam around wearing your favorite sleeveless shirt or the mini skirt you have avoided to flaunt lately.","Lemon is a strong anti-oxidant, bleaching agent and helps regenerate of new skin cells (1). To lighten dark elbow and knees take lemon cut it in two halves and rub it on elbows and knees while squeezing. After applying, leave it for about 20 minutes and wash it with warm water.","Alternatively, you can apply a mixture of 1 teaspoon of lemon juice mixed with 1 teaspoon of honey, and wash it with water after 20 minutes.","You can also try lemon and gram flour paste. Mix both of these ingredients until they form a paste-like consistency, and rub it on the skin. Let the paste dry and wash it with water.","Coconut oil is well known for its positive effects on the skin. Rich in vitamin E, coconut oil gives you with an even skin tone (2). It not only helps lighten the darker area of skin but also repairs the damaged and burned skin. After taking a bath, massage elbows and knees with coconut oil for about 2-3 minutes. Repeat the procedure several times a day.","You can also mix one teaspoon of coconut oil and half a teaspoon of lemon juice and apply it for 20 minutes every day.","Another way to use coconut oil is by adding the walnut powder in the coconut oil, and applying it on the dark patches 3-4 times a week.","Yogurt is a great skin lightening agent. It cleanses and moisturizes the skin and helps lighten the skin color as well (3). To use this remedy, mix one teaspoon of white vinegar and yogurt each, and apply it on the dark area. After it dries, wash it with lukewarm water, and apply a moisturizer on it.","You can also apply a paste of gram flour and yogurt for 20 minutes every day. To prepare the paste, mix 2 teaspoons of gram flour and 1 teaspoon of yogurt together, and remove it by massaging with wet fingers. Repeat the process thrice a week.","Another way to use yogurt is to mix it with almond oil. Together, they will even the skin tone and moisturize it as well.","Or, grind 8-10 almonds to get a coarse texture. Add 2 tbsp of yogurt to make a paste. Wet your fingertips and apply this paste to your elbows and knees. Rub in a circular motion gently. Leave it to dry for 15-20 minutes. Rinse it off using water. Do it once or twice a week to get an even skin tone.","A scrub made of sugar can easily help you lighten the skin tone. It exfoliates the skin and soften the skin area of knees and elbows (4). To prepare this scrub at home, you only need two ingredients that are sugar and olive oil. Mix them in equal amounts to make a thick paste and using a small quantity of this mixture, gently massage your skin. After massaging for 5 minutes, wash it off with mild soap and water. Do it once daily and repeat as needed.","Apart from that, It can also be used with lemon. Mix both of them in equal parts and rub it on the skin. Wash it with the help of a mild soap and water. Use it once or twice a week.","Baking soda is a boon for several skin conditions like acne and dark knees and elbows. Being rich in cleansing properties, it also helps treat the hyperpigmentation that is usually seen around the elbows and knees (5). Prepare a paste by adding baking soda and milk in equal quantities, and rub it on the affected areas for 2-3 minutes. Use lukewarm water to wash it off. Pat it dry properly. Do it every day to get the noticeable results. You will be astonished to see the miraculous effect of this remedy on your skin.","This is another wonderful home remedy that you should try. This combination can never go wrong as turmeric is a good antiseptic, milk is a natural bleaching agent, and honey is a moisturizer (6) (7). Mix all of these together, and apply it on the darker area. After leaving for twenty minutes, wet your fingers and gently rub for 2-3 minutes. Use this paste on a regular basis.","Or, mix turmeric powder and milk cream together to form a paste. Massage for 2-3 minutes, and leave it to dry for 20 minutes. Scrub the skin gently while washing off the paste. Repeat it on a regular basis.","One of the reasons of a dark elbow and knees is dry skin which can be easily treated with the help of these amazing moisturizers. Cocoa and Shea butter are natural fats, which keep the skin soft and healthy (8) (9). Apply them before going to bed every night.","Citrus properties in some fruits make them a good natural bleaching agent. Juices of fruits like lemon, orange, strawberries, and tomato can be applied to the darker area every day to lighten them. You can also drink juices of these fruits to have a speedy effect.","Considered as one of the oldest methods to treat the skin darkening, milk is another good remedy to cleanse the skin (10). Though it is a slow process, its lactic acid properties clear away the pigmentation and dead skin cells. Dip a cotton ball in milk and apply it on the elbow and knees regularly.","Potatoes are used by the majority of people to lighten dark hands and feet because of their strong bleaching effects. Cook a potato and mash it. Mix it with yogurt, and apply the prepared paste on elbows and knees. Wash them with the help of water after 20 minutes. Repeat the process every day.","These three ingredients can be the key to your flawless even tone skin. While buttermilk has skin exfoliating, bleaching, and skin lightening effects. Almonds and oatmeal help deter the dead skin cells (11). To make the paste, first grind oatmeal and almonds together, and then mix it in buttermilk. Massage it on knees and elbow and leave it for 20 minutes. Repeat the process 2-3 times a week.","In a bowl, mix 2 heaps of chickpea flour, 1 tablespoon turmeric powder, 2 tablespoon milk, and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Apply this paste and then wash it after 20 minutes. Apply rose water on the washed area and repeat the process twice a week.","Everybody knows the health benefits that onion and garlic provide us with. But, they can be used to minimize the darkening of elbows and knees. This remedy includes many ingredients which together will help to rejuvenate and clean the skin. Take one onion and one clove of garlic and chop them. Apply them on knees and elbows for 15 minutes. Wash it with water and then apply a mixed solution of glycerin, lemon juice, and rosewater. Repeat the process often.","Mustard oil is rich in linoleic, erucic, and oleic acids that are helpful in keeping the elbow and knees clean and moist (12). Apply mustard oil on the dark area after bathing. After 2-3 hours wash the mustard oil from the skin with warm water.","Vitamin E oil helps treat the majority of skin diseases (13) and also brightens the blackened skin. All you have to do is massage vitamin E oil on elbow and knees daily, and you will see great changes in your skin tone.","You can also add sugar in vitamin E oil. After it dissolves a little bit, apply it on the elbow and knees and massage for 10 minutes. Leave it overnight and use lukewarm water to wash it off in the morning.","Olive oil is another good home remedy to clean dark elbows and knees. It not only cleanses the skin but also softens it. To use olive oil, warm it a little bit and massage on the skin for 2-3 minutes before sleeping. Follow the same procedure twice a week.","Another option is to mix a tbsp of olive oil with two tbsp of lemon juice and half a cup sea or table salt. Use this paste to scrub your knees and elbows. Leave it on for 15 minutes. Rinse it off with soap and water. Use a moisturizer after patting dry as lemon juice tends to dry the skin. Do it once daily for a few days.","Vaseline has the speedy power to lighten the skin tone and making it baby soft. Wash the ashy knees with chickpea powder and water and after drying them, when they are soft and moist, apply Vaseline on it. Repeat the process of applying Vaseline every night before sleeping only.","Almonds can do natural exfoliation. Use powdered almonds and almond shell and mix them in fresh cream. Apply this prepared scrub on your skin on a daily routine, and you will notice that the skin is becoming light in color with every passing day.","You can easily escape the costly scrubs that you have tried to lighten the skin of elbow and knees with your homemade oatmeal scrub, which is not just cheap but effective too. Grind some oats and mix the powder with fresh cream (you can also use honey and cold cream in place of fresh cream). Apply the paste on the skin and after two minutes, start massaging the area. Use your fingertips only to massage.","Extremely helpful in vanishing dark spots– apricot can provide you with early skin benefits. This remedy does not require any method, recipe or process, all you need is raw apricot. Cut it into pieces and place it on your knees. Now tie it on your elbows for half an hour approximately. Wash the particular area with water after that.","Glycerin is the agent used in many beauty products which help you maintain the moisture of your skin (14). Glycerin can be bought easily, and you just have to apply it on your skin before sleeping.","Hydrogen peroxide is the answer to your skin lightening question. Hydrogen peroxide will be easily available in your nearest pharmacy. On alternate days, dip a cotton ball in it, and apply on your darkened elbows and knees and you will be able to see surprising results in a week.","Along with having a lot of benefits for health and skin, tomatoes are another effective remedy in case of ashy knees and elbows. Mix 1 tbsp of fresh tomato juice, 1 tbsp of curd, and 2 tbsp of oatmeal together to form a paste like consistency and apply it on the skin. Massage for 5 minutes. Leave on for about 15-20 minutes and wash off the area using fresh water.","This paste is a fool-proof remedy to treat your dark, patchy skin around elbows and knees. Mix about 3 tablespoons of borax powder and 2 tbsp of glycerin in 2 cups of rose water. Apply it with the help of cotton and wash it off after 20 minutes.","By now, we are aware of the benefits that honey and lemon provide us with, and using their scrub will help in removing the dead skin cells, that too, very easily. Take a teaspoon of lemon zest, 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of honey. Mix them together and apply daily.","Cucumber can be seen as the best friend of our skin when it comes to lightening the dark areas. It has natural bleaching properties which make it one of the best remedies to be used for this purpose. Along with that, it removes the dead skin cells and keeps the skin well moisturized. You can rub a thick slice of cucumber on your knees and elbows for about 10 minutes. Wait for another 5 minutes. Then, wash it off using cold water.","Or, take equal amounts of lemon juice and cucumber juice. Mix them with a pinch of turmeric powder. Dab it on the dark knees and elbows and leave it on for around 20 minutes. Wash it off with water. Do it daily to see noticeable results.","Papaya can also be helpful in treating dark areas of knees and elbows (15). All you need to do is slice a ripe papaya. Mash it to make a paste. Apply it to the affected areas. Leave on for 10 minutes. Rinse it off with fresh water. Do it thrice a week to get the desired results.","Aloe Vera never disappoints our skin! It is an herbal skin cleanser and lightener which also reduce the damage caused to the skin by UV rays due to the exposure to the sun (16). To use aloe vera, extract its gel (you can also use the gel available in the market, but prefer to use the homemade one. Apply it on the skin. Let it rest for about 20 minutes and then wash it with warm water. For early results, apply it 2-3 times every day.","Alternatively, you can use aloe vera mixed with honey for better results. Mix aloe vera and honey together in equal parts and apply it for 20 minutes at least, every day. Wash it with water.","Seldom people know the benefits of mint, it is high in antiseptic and anti- inflammatory properties which synthesize the white blood cells of the body (17). Take about half cup of water, boil it, and add few mint leaves in it. Squeeze juice of half lemon in it and let it cool for some time. With the help of a cotton ball, apply it on the area you need to cleanse. Apply it regularly.","Sandalwood powder has been used for its skin benefits (18). Mix turmeric powder and sandalwood powder with rosewater to make a paste. Apply it on your knees and elbows. Wash it off after a few minutes. Repeat it regularly until you see the results.","This medicinal plant of basil can also treat your dark elbows and knees. Make a paste of 2-3 drops of basil leaf extract and two spoons of milk with a pinch of turmeric powder. Apply it to the elbows and knees, and leave overnight. In the morning, wash it with lukewarm water.","Use exfoliating brush or loofah to lighten your dark elbows and knees. They will remove the dead skin leaving your body soft and smooth.","Apply sunscreen lotions to your skin before going out in the sunlight. It will keep your skin moisturized and healthy along with a lightened skin color.","Don’t exfoliate or scrub your knees or elbows if you have an open wound there. It may increase the risk of infection and worsen the condition.","Be it in your pantry or wardrobe, the most common household pest problem is the clothes moth. They are usually found in food storage...","Welcome to homeremedyhacks.com. In the modern world, when scientists have discovered cures for almost all ailments, there is no substitute for home remedies. Here we have provided natural and herbal remedies for all your health and beauty related problems."]},"parsed_md":"32 Effective Ways to Get Rid of Dark Elbows and Knees at Home\n\n * Home\n * Health Hacks\n * Food Hacks\n * Beauty Hacks\n * Pest Hacks\n * Fitness Hacks\n * DIY Hacks\n * Pregnancy Hacks\n * Index\n\nNatural Home Remedies – DIY treatment for Better Health\n\n * Home\n * Health Hacks\n * Food Hacks\n * Beauty Hacks\n * Pest Hacks\n * Fitness Hacks\n * DIY Hacks\n * Pregnancy Hacks\n * Index\n\nHome Beauty Hacks 32 Effective Ways to Get Rid of Dark Elbows and Knees at...\n\n * Beauty Hacks\n * Body Beauty\n\n# 32 Effective Ways to Get Rid of Dark Elbows and Knees at Home\n\nJun 3, 2016\n\n0\n\n9944\n\nEveryone desires for a soft, smooth, and even skin tone but, it is not\nsomething that can be achieved easily. Like dark inner thighs or dark neck,\nknees and elbows are more prone to becoming dark. It is caused due to the\nfriction or pressure and lost moisture which makes the skin area harder and\ndarker. Among all the beauty related issues, it comes as one of the most\ncommon problems. Well, you don’t need to waste your time and money in lavish\nsaloons to get rid of your dark elbows and knees fast. They can easily be\ntreated using some of the simple home remedies. By using these, you will be\nable to roam around wearing your favorite sleeveless shirt or the mini skirt\nyou have avoided to flaunt lately.\n\n1\\. Lemon\n\nLemon is a strong anti-oxidant, bleaching agent and helps regenerate of new\nskin cells (1). To lighten dark elbow and knees take lemon cut it in two\nhalves and rub it on elbows and knees while squeezing. After applying, leave\nit for about 20 minutes and wash it with warm water.\n\n * Alternatively, you can apply a mixture of 1 teaspoon of lemon juice mixed with 1 teaspoon of honey, and wash it with water after 20 minutes.\n * You can also try lemon and gram flour paste. Mix both of these ingredients until they form a paste-like consistency, and rub it on the skin. Let the paste dry and wash it with water.\n\nNote: Avoid direct sun exposure for 3 hours after applying lemon on the skin.\n\n2\\. Coconut Oil\n\nCoconut oil is well known for its positive effects on the skin. Rich in\nvitamin E, coconut oil gives you with an even skin tone (2). It not only helps\nlighten the darker area of skin but also repairs the damaged and burned skin.\nAfter taking a bath, massage elbows and knees with coconut oil for about 2-3\nminutes. Repeat the procedure several times a day.\n\n * You can also mix one teaspoon of coconut oil and half a teaspoon of lemon juice and apply it for 20 minutes every day.\n * Another way to use coconut oil is by adding the walnut powder in the coconut oil, and applying it on the dark patches 3-4 times a week.\n\n3\\. Yogurt\n\nYogurt is a great skin lightening agent. It cleanses and moisturizes the skin\nand helps lighten the skin color as well (3). To use this remedy, mix one\nteaspoon of white vinegar and yogurt each, and apply it on the dark area.\nAfter it dries, wash it with lukewarm water, and apply a moisturizer on it.\n\n * You can also apply a paste of gram flour and yogurt for 20 minutes every day. To prepare the paste, mix 2 teaspoons of gram flour and 1 teaspoon of yogurt together, and remove it by massaging with wet fingers. Repeat the process thrice a week.\n * Another way to use yogurt is to mix it with almond oil. Together, they will even the skin tone and moisturize it as well.\n * Or, grind 8-10 almonds to get a coarse texture. Add 2 tbsp of yogurt to make a paste. Wet your fingertips and apply this paste to your elbows and knees. Rub in a circular motion gently. Leave it to dry for 15-20 minutes. Rinse it off using water. Do it once or twice a week to get an even skin tone.\n\n4\\. Sugar\n\nA scrub made of sugar can easily help you lighten the skin tone. It exfoliates\nthe skin and soften the skin area of knees and elbows (4). To prepare this\nscrub at home, you only need two ingredients that are sugar and olive oil. Mix\nthem in equal amounts to make a thick paste and using a small quantity of this\nmixture, gently massage your skin. After massaging for 5 minutes, wash it off\nwith mild soap and water. Do it once daily and repeat as needed.\n\n * Apart from that, It can also be used with lemon. Mix both of them in equal parts and rub it on the skin. Wash it with the help of a mild soap and water. Use it once or twice a week.\n\nNote: You may get a sticky skin from the regular use of this remedy.\n\n5\\. Baking Soda\n\nBaking soda is a boon for several skin conditions like acne and dark knees and\nelbows. Being rich in cleansing properties, it also helps treat the\nhyperpigmentation that is usually seen around the elbows and knees (5).\nPrepare a paste by adding baking soda and milk in equal quantities, and rub it\non the affected areas for 2-3 minutes. Use lukewarm water to wash it off. Pat\nit dry properly. Do it every day to get the noticeable results. You will be\nastonished to see the miraculous effect of this remedy on your skin.\n\n7\\. Turmeric\n\nThis is another wonderful home remedy that you should try. This combination\ncan never go wrong as turmeric is a good antiseptic, milk is a natural\nbleaching agent, and honey is a moisturizer (6) (7). Mix all of these\ntogether, and apply it on the darker area. After leaving for twenty minutes,\nwet your fingers and gently rub for 2-3 minutes. Use this paste on a regular\nbasis.\n\n * Or, mix turmeric powder and milk cream together to form a paste. Massage for 2-3 minutes, and leave it to dry for 20 minutes. Scrub the skin gently while washing off the paste. Repeat it on a regular basis.\n\n8\\. Cocoa and Shea Butter\n\nOne of the reasons of a dark elbow and knees is dry skin which can be easily\ntreated with the help of these amazing moisturizers. Cocoa and Shea butter are\nnatural fats, which keep the skin soft and healthy (8) (9). Apply them before\ngoing to bed every night.\n\n9\\. Bleaching Fruits\n\nCitrus properties in some fruits make them a good natural bleaching agent.\nJuices of fruits like lemon, orange, strawberries, and tomato can be applied\nto the darker area every day to lighten them. You can also drink juices of\nthese fruits to have a speedy effect.\n\n10\\. Milk\n\nConsidered as one of the oldest methods to treat the skin darkening, milk is\nanother good remedy to cleanse the skin (10). Though it is a slow process, its\nlactic acid properties clear away the pigmentation and dead skin cells. Dip a\ncotton ball in milk and apply it on the elbow and knees regularly.\n\n11\\. Potatoes\n\nPotatoes are used by the majority of people to lighten dark hands and feet\nbecause of their strong bleaching effects. Cook a potato and mash it. Mix it\nwith yogurt, and apply the prepared paste on elbows and knees. Wash them with\nthe help of water after 20 minutes. Repeat the process every day.\n\n * Alternatively, you can also rub the raw potato on the affected skin to lighten its tone.\n\n12\\. Buttermilk, Oatmeal, and Almonds\n\nThese three ingredients can be the key to your flawless even tone skin. While\nbuttermilk has skin exfoliating, bleaching, and skin lightening effects.\nAlmonds and oatmeal help deter the dead skin cells (11). To make the paste,\nfirst grind oatmeal and almonds together, and then mix it in buttermilk.\nMassage it on knees and elbow and leave it for 20 minutes. Repeat the process\n2-3 times a week.\n\n13\\. Chickpea Flour\n\nIn a bowl, mix 2 heaps of chickpea flour, 1 tablespoon turmeric powder, 2\ntablespoon milk, and 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Apply this paste and then wash it\nafter 20 minutes. Apply rose water on the washed area and repeat the process\ntwice a week.\n\n14\\. Onion and Garlic\n\nEverybody knows the health benefits that onion and garlic provide us with.\nBut, they can be used to minimize the darkening of elbows and knees. This\nremedy includes many ingredients which together will help to rejuvenate and\nclean the skin. Take one onion and one clove of garlic and chop them. Apply\nthem on knees and elbows for 15 minutes. Wash it with water and then apply a\nmixed solution of glycerin, lemon juice, and rosewater. Repeat the process\noften.\n\n15\\. Mustard Oil\n\nMustard oil is rich in linoleic, erucic, and oleic acids that are helpful in\nkeeping the elbow and knees clean and moist (12). Apply mustard oil on the\ndark area after bathing. After 2-3 hours wash the mustard oil from the skin\nwith warm water.\n\n16\\. Vitamin E Oil\n\nVitamin E oil helps treat the majority of skin diseases (13) and also\nbrightens the blackened skin. All you have to do is massage vitamin E oil on\nelbow and knees daily, and you will see great changes in your skin tone.\n\n * You can also add sugar in vitamin E oil. After it dissolves a little bit, apply it on the elbow and knees and massage for 10 minutes. Leave it overnight and use lukewarm water to wash it off in the morning.\n\n17\\. Olive Oil\n\nOlive oil is another good home remedy to clean dark elbows and knees. It not\nonly cleanses the skin but also softens it. To use olive oil, warm it a little\nbit and massage on the skin for 2-3 minutes before sleeping. Follow the same\nprocedure twice a week.\n\n * Another option is to mix a tbsp of olive oil with two tbsp of lemon juice and half a cup sea or table salt. Use this paste to scrub your knees and elbows. Leave it on for 15 minutes. Rinse it off with soap and water. Use a moisturizer after patting dry as lemon juice tends to dry the skin. Do it once daily for a few days.\n\n18\\. Vaseline\n\nVaseline has the speedy power to lighten the skin tone and making it baby\nsoft. Wash the ashy knees with chickpea powder and water and after drying\nthem, when they are soft and moist, apply Vaseline on it. Repeat the process\nof applying Vaseline every night before sleeping only.\n\n19\\. Almonds\n\nAlmonds can do natural exfoliation. Use powdered almonds and almond shell and\nmix them in fresh cream. Apply this prepared scrub on your skin on a daily\nroutine, and you will notice that the skin is becoming light in color with\nevery passing day.\n\n20\\. Oatmeal Scrub\n\nYou can easily escape the costly scrubs that you have tried to lighten the\nskin of elbow and knees with your homemade oatmeal scrub, which is not just\ncheap but effective too. Grind some oats and mix the powder with fresh cream\n(you can also use honey and cold cream in place of fresh cream). Apply the\npaste on the skin and after two minutes, start massaging the area. Use your\nfingertips only to massage.\n\n21\\. Apricot\n\nExtremely helpful in vanishing dark spots– apricot can provide you with early\nskin benefits. This remedy does not require any method, recipe or process, all\nyou need is raw apricot. Cut it into pieces and place it on your knees. Now\ntie it on your elbows for half an hour approximately. Wash the particular area\nwith water after that.\n\n22\\. Glycerin\n\nGlycerin is the agent used in many beauty products which help you maintain the\nmoisture of your skin (14). Glycerin can be bought easily, and you just have\nto apply it on your skin before sleeping.\n\nNote: It has a gluey texture so many of you might not like it, but it provides\nwonderful results.\n\n23\\. Hydrogen Peroxide\n\nHydrogen peroxide is the answer to your skin lightening question. Hydrogen\nperoxide will be easily available in your nearest pharmacy. On alternate days,\ndip a cotton ball in it, and apply on your darkened elbows and knees and you\nwill be able to see surprising results in a week.\n\n24\\. Tomato\n\nAlong with having a lot of benefits for health and skin, tomatoes are another\neffective remedy in case of ashy knees and elbows. Mix 1 tbsp of fresh tomato\njuice, 1 tbsp of curd, and 2 tbsp of oatmeal together to form a paste like\nconsistency and apply it on the skin. Massage for 5 minutes. Leave on for\nabout 15-20 minutes and wash off the area using fresh water.\n\n25\\. Borax Powder\n\nThis paste is a fool-proof remedy to treat your dark, patchy skin around\nelbows and knees. Mix about 3 tablespoons of borax powder and 2 tbsp of\nglycerin in 2 cups of rose water. Apply it with the help of cotton and wash it\noff after 20 minutes.\n\n26\\. Honey\n\nBy now, we are aware of the benefits that honey and lemon provide us with, and\nusing their scrub will help in removing the dead skin cells, that too, very\neasily. Take a teaspoon of lemon zest, 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 1\ntablespoon of honey. Mix them together and apply daily.\n\n27\\. Cucumber\n\nCucumber can be seen as the best friend of our skin when it comes to\nlightening the dark areas. It has natural bleaching properties which make it\none of the best remedies to be used for this purpose. Along with that, it\nremoves the dead skin cells and keeps the skin well moisturized. You can rub a\nthick slice of cucumber on your knees and elbows for about 10 minutes. Wait\nfor another 5 minutes. Then, wash it off using cold water.\n\n * Or, take equal amounts of lemon juice and cucumber juice. Mix them with a pinch of turmeric powder. Dab it on the dark knees and elbows and leave it on for around 20 minutes. Wash it off with water. Do it daily to see noticeable results.\n\n28\\. Papaya\n\nPapaya can also be helpful in treating dark areas of knees and elbows (15).\nAll you need to do is slice a ripe papaya. Mash it to make a paste. Apply it\nto the affected areas. Leave on for 10 minutes. Rinse it off with fresh water.\nDo it thrice a week to get the desired results.\n\n### Herbal Remedies for Dark Elbow and Knees\n\n29\\. Aloe Vera\n\nAloe Vera never disappoints our skin! It is an herbal skin cleanser and\nlightener which also reduce the damage caused to the skin by UV rays due to\nthe exposure to the sun (16). To use aloe vera, extract its gel (you can also\nuse the gel available in the market, but prefer to use the homemade one. Apply\nit on the skin. Let it rest for about 20 minutes and then wash it with warm\nwater. For early results, apply it 2-3 times every day.\n\n * Alternatively, you can use aloe vera mixed with honey for better results. Mix aloe vera and honey together in equal parts and apply it for 20 minutes at least, every day. Wash it with water.\n\n30\\. Mint\n\nSeldom people know the benefits of mint, it is high in antiseptic and anti-\ninflammatory properties which synthesize the white blood cells of the body\n(17). Take about half cup of water, boil it, and add few mint leaves in it.\nSqueeze juice of half lemon in it and let it cool for some time. With the help\nof a cotton ball, apply it on the area you need to cleanse. Apply it\nregularly.\n\n31\\. Sandalwood\n\nSandalwood powder has been used for its skin benefits (18). Mix turmeric\npowder and sandalwood powder with rosewater to make a paste. Apply it on your\nknees and elbows. Wash it off after a few minutes. Repeat it regularly until\nyou see the results.\n\n32\\. Basil\n\nThis medicinal plant of basil can also treat your dark elbows and knees. Make\na paste of 2-3 drops of basil leaf extract and two spoons of milk with a pinch\nof turmeric powder. Apply it to the elbows and knees, and leave overnight. In\nthe morning, wash it with lukewarm water.\n\n### Do’s and Don’ts\n\nDo’s\n\n * Use exfoliating brush or loofah to lighten your dark elbows and knees. They will remove the dead skin leaving your body soft and smooth.\n * A pumice stone can also be used for this purpose.\n * Apply sunscreen lotions to your skin before going out in the sunlight. It will keep your skin moisturized and healthy along with a lightened skin color.\n * Use moisturizer regularly to avoid dryness of the skin.\n * Try to wear long-sleeved and full-length clothes when you are going out in high temperatures.\n * Keep your skin nourished by following a healthy diet including essential minerals and vitamins.\n * Drink 8-10 glasses of water throughout the day to keep the skin healthy and soft.\n\nDon’ts\n\n * Never scrub too hard that your skin gets damaged.\n * Don’t exfoliate or scrub your knees or elbows if you have an open wound there. It may increase the risk of infection and worsen the condition.\n * Avoid too much usage of chemical bleaching agents.\n * Reduce putting the strain on knees and elbows as it may promote darkening of the skin.\n\nSHARE\n\nFacebook\n\nTwitter\n\nhomeremedyhacks\n\n#### RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR\n\n### 13 Home Remedies to Get rid of Dark Inner Thighs\n\n### 18 Home Remedies to Get Rid of Keloids\n\n### 12 Home Remedies to Get Rid of Static Hair\n\n### LEAVE A REPLY Cancel reply\n\nThis site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is\nprocessed.\n\n#### Latest Post\n\n### 17 Proven Home Remedies to Get Rid of Moths\n\nJul 28, 2018\n\nBe it in your pantry or wardrobe, the most common household pest problem is\nthe clothes moth. They are usually found in food storage...\n\nWelcome to homeremedyhacks.com. In the modern world, when scientists have\ndiscovered cures for almost all ailments, there is no substitute for home\nremedies. 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Here is a rundown on how to lighten dark elbows naturally with home remedies and permanently.","This is a very common issue that can really drain one’s self-esteem thus covering up with long sleeved tops and beyond knee dresses.","While this can happen to anyone regardless of their skin color, it is more common in people with darker skin tones. This is because they have more melanin pigment making it very easy to notice dark patches of skin on high friction areas such as the elbows and the knees.","Why are my elbows dark? The skin around the elbows and knees is a little thicker with more skin folds than the surrounding areas. Uneven distribution of melanin pigment in the body can result in some areas being darker than others. With little blood supply and no oil glands, the area tends to be rough and dry. Here are some of the common causes of dark elbows:","It is common to see dark patches and discoloration on high friction areas such as the elbows and knees. Elbow skin is naturally thicker than the surrounding skin. Knees and elbows withstand frequent bending, kneeling, leaning and get rubbed on by rough clothes. With few oil glands for lubrication, the skin in these areas grows thick and naturally","With few oil glands for lubrication, the skin in these areas grows thick and naturally adopt a protective layer of dark skin. Note that while it is possible to lighten, bleach or whiten dark elbows and knees, there is no magic treatment. You do not need expensive creams and procedures to lighten up the dark skin on elbows. Use these simple home remedies","Note that if left for too long on skin, turmeric may stain your skin yellow. This effect is temporary and will fade off in a day or two.","Cut lemon into two halves and rub one-half over both your elbows while squeezing to release the juice. Allow it to remain on your elbows for 15-20 minutes then rinse off with warm water. Repeat this several times a week for best results","Alternatively, you can mix a 1⁄4 cup of baking soda and lemon juice to make a paste with medium consistency. Rub the mixture over your elbows and massage gently in circular motions. Do this for at least 15 minutes. Baking soda serves to exfoliate the skin while lemons bleaches.","Note that lemon may cause some irritation and stinging. Do not overdo the scrubbing and stop using this remedy if you notice signs of allergic reaction like rash and irritation. Lemon can be drying when you should moisturize after every time you bleach dark elbows with lemon juice.","Aloe Vera is an age old beauty product that is used for its natural moisturizing and skin whitening properties. It helps to reverse sun damage, treats dryness and removes dead skin cells.","Yogurt contains lactic acid and vinegar contains acetic acid which is mild but effective skin lightening agents. These two effectively lighten dark spots on knees and elbows, evening out your skin.","Combine a teaspoon of yogurt and white vinegar to get a smooth paste. Apply the paste on the elbows and allow it to dry. Rinse off with warm water, pat dry and moisturize.","Alternatively, you can mix a tablespoon of plain yogurt with 2 tablespoons of gram flour. Apply the paste to your elbows and leave it on for 15 minutes. Massage gently with wet fingers to exfoliate and rinse with warm water. Repeat this several times a week.","Accumulation of dead skin cells and grime can make your elbows appear ashy and dirty. Baking soda is a gentle skin cleanser and natural scrub that removes dead cells and gets rid of grime.","Depending on the extent of darkness, repeat this daily or on alternate days then later with improved you can reduce the frequency to once or twice a week","Apply this paste to your elbows and scrub gently with your fingers. As you massage, the sugar granules resolve and become smaller in size","Mint has natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. It is not only healing to the skin but also has essential oils which aid in the synthesis of white blood cells and collagen which lighten skin by clearing scars and dark spots","Another dark elbow treatment that will help you fade off dark spots and moisturize your skin. It also has powerful antioxidants that help to repair skin and improve the appearance of damaged tissue.","You can also choose to take vitamin E capsules orally or prick on the capsule with a pin and apply the oil to the elbows.","Dead flaky skin cells can become trapped in the skin folds of the elbows causing the skin to appear darker than the surrounding skin. Most of us neglect the elbows and the knees during the daily body care routine and forget to moisturize. Follow this tips to help you lighten dark elbows naturally","Use a loofah and exfoliating gel to scrub off dead skin and get rid of dirt from your elbows. You can also use a pumice stone to gently exfoliate the top layer of skin","Do not lean too much on your knees and your elbows. Friction and exerting pressure on the knees and elbows can cause your skin to be discolored","According to Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS, a Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon, the skin over the elbows and knees is resilient and elastic. Pigmentation is usually more pronounces when the joints are extended and the skin overlying the joints is contracted.","The darkness of the knees and elbows is caused by the redundancy of the skin which has to be there to allow for bending. This type of skin is caused by constant friction which thickens the skin. In other words, this means that most home remedies for dark elbows and knees are superficial and they can’t do much to change the specific type of skin in these areas.","Most of the dark elbow and knee home treatments described above are temporary. To have long lasting results. It is recommended that you find one remedy that works for you then find a way of incorporating it into your skin care and beauty regimen. Regular exfoliation will help you to maintain the areas in their best appearance. For more permanent results, talk to your dermatologist about the possibility of having a chemical peel or permanent exfoliation procedures.","Note that, permanent methods that can be used to lighten your elbows or knees should be used carefully in people with a darker skin tone just so you don’t end up with unnaturally lighter elbows than the rest of your body.","The dark little sprouts of hair just above the lips are viewed as unattractive and embarrassing for women. While there are many methods of upper lip hair removal, this article will enlighten you on how to make upper lip hair less noticeable with skin friendly bleaches and special dyes at home. [...]","Stomach hair can be very embarrassing whether you are a woman or a man. While there are many ways you can make this hair less noticeable, some of the methods do not give long lasting results. Here is how you can naturally bleach stomach hair. [...]","Is there a way to change eye color naturally? Can you use honey to change your eye color? Read more on how to change your eye color with honey with before and after pictures to show you how honey works to change the color of your eyes. [...]","Hi Mattie Garris. I’m glad you found this article useful. You can use sugar and olive oil on any kind of skin. While sugar helps to exfoliate dark dead skin cells, olive oil has gentle skin brightening properties that will help make your knees and elbows clear. Just be sure to incorporate this into your beauty or grooming routine for better and long lasting results.","I have my college days in a month n I have dark legs elbows.....I want stunning legs in an month....can u suggest me something?","Hello. I’m a 46 year old black male. I have uneven skin tone on both my elbows and knees (also knuckles and toes). Those areas aren’t really a concern to me, however. It’s my face. I have a “shadow” on my face from years of shaving. My forehead and around my eyes are a considerably lighter shade of brown, whereas my cheek areas are much darker. Of course this has really made a dent in my self-esteem and confidence much so to the point of I don’t have ANY pictures of myself taken. I’ve tried just about any and every hydroquinone enriched cream you can think of and to no avail. Is there anything- ANYTHING out there that I can use on my face to get my even skin tone back? Perhaps that same remedy can also be used on my elbows and other problem areas of my body. Thanks.","Can any of theses method be used on the back of your neck? My neck and elbows are both dark","Hi Melussa. Yes, home remedies to lighten dark elbows and knees can be used to lighten dark patches, lines and creases on the neck. Regards.","In order to help fund the running of this website Skincareorg.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites."]},"parsed_md":"How to Lighten Dark Elbows Fast, Naturally With Home Remedies for Black Elbows\n\n# How to Lighten Dark Elbows Fast, Naturally With Home Remedies\n\nMay 19, 2015 Lindsay Sullivan Beauty Tips, Elbows, how to lighten dark elbows,\nNature's Remedies, Skin whitening 9\n\nDark skin on elbows\n\nDark elbows and knees make your skin appear uneven. Here is a rundown on how\nto lighten dark elbows naturally with home remedies and permanently.\n\nArticle Contents\n\n## Dark Elbows\n\nThis is a very common issue that can really drain one’s self-esteem thus\ncovering up with long sleeved tops and beyond knee dresses.\n\nWhile this can happen to anyone regardless of their skin color, it is more\ncommon in people with darker skin tones. This is because they have more\nmelanin pigment making it very easy to notice dark patches of skin on high\nfriction areas such as the elbows and the knees.\n\nDark skin on elbows\n\nFind out what causes dark elbows and how you can naturally lighten or bleach\ndiscolored elbows with home remedies.\n\n## What causes dark elbows?\n\nWhy are my elbows dark? The skin around the elbows and knees is a little\nthicker with more skin folds than the surrounding areas. Uneven distribution\nof melanin pigment in the body can result in some areas being darker than\nothers. With little blood supply and no oil glands, the area tends to be rough\nand dry. Here are some of the common causes of dark elbows:\n\n * Genetics\n * Dry skin\n * Overexposure to the sun\n * Use of certain medications\n * Poor or improper hygiene\n * Lack of exfoliation, accumulation of dirt, grime and dead skin\n * Certain diseases such as Addison’s syndrome, obesity\n * Hormonal imbalances\n * Frequent contact and friction with clothes, leaning on the table with your elbows\n * Benign hyperpigmentation or active melanocytes in the elbows\n\nDark skin over the elbows\n\n## How to Lighten Dark Elbows with Home Remedies\n\nIt is common to see dark patches and discoloration on high friction areas such\nas the elbows and knees. Elbow skin is naturally thicker than the surrounding\nskin. Knees and elbows withstand frequent bending, kneeling, leaning and get\nrubbed on by rough clothes. With few oil glands for lubrication, the skin in\nthese areas grows thick and naturally\n\nWith few oil glands for lubrication, the skin in these areas grows thick and\nnaturally adopt a protective layer of dark skin. Note that while it is\npossible to lighten, bleach or whiten dark elbows and knees, there is no magic\ntreatment. You do not need expensive creams and procedures to lighten up the\ndark skin on elbows. Use these simple home remedies\n\n### Turmeric to Cure Discolored Elbows\n\nTurmeric has natural exfoliating and bleaching properties which help to\neffectively get rid of dark patches on the skin.\n\n 1. To lighten dark elbows, mix gram flour and turmeric in yogurt, heavy cream, or water.\n 2. Apply the resultant paste on your body and leave it for 20 minutes or until it dries off\n 3. Wash off with lukewarm water while gently scrubbing your elbows in a circular motion\n 4. Do this three times a week for best results. You will notice an improvement in 2 weeks\n\nNote that if left for too long on skin, turmeric may stain your skin yellow.\nThis effect is temporary and will fade off in a day or two.\n\n### How to Bleach Dark Skin on Elbows with Lemon\n\nHow to bleach dark elbows with lemon\n\n 1. Cut lemon into two halves and rub one-half over both your elbows while squeezing to release the juice. Allow it to remain on your elbows for 15-20 minutes then rinse off with warm water. Repeat this several times a week for best results\n 2. Alternatively, you can mix a 1⁄4 cup of baking soda and lemon juice to make a paste with medium consistency. Rub the mixture over your elbows and massage gently in circular motions. Do this for at least 15 minutes. Baking soda serves to exfoliate the skin while lemons bleaches.\n\nNote that lemon may cause some irritation and stinging. Do not overdo the\nscrubbing and stop using this remedy if you notice signs of allergic reaction\nlike rash and irritation. Lemon can be drying when you should moisturize after\nevery time you bleach dark elbows with lemon juice.\n\n### Aloe Vera Naturally Whitens Dark Elbows\n\nAloe Vera is an age old beauty product that is used for its natural\nmoisturizing and skin whitening properties. It helps to reverse sun damage,\ntreats dryness and removes dead skin cells.\n\n 1. Take a fresh aloe leaf and cut its edges to expose the flesh\n 2. Squeeze to extract the gel and apply it to your elbows\n 3. Leave it on the skin for 30 minutes\n 4. Wash off with warm water\n 5. Alternatively, you can mix Aloe Vera with honey and use it in the same way as explained above\n 6. Repeat this process several times a week to effectively remove black patches of skin on your elbows\n\n### How to Get Rid of Black Elbows Fast with Yogurt and Vinegar\n\nTurmeric and yogurt paste for discolored elbows\n\nYogurt contains lactic acid and vinegar contains acetic acid which is mild but\neffective skin lightening agents. These two effectively lighten dark spots on\nknees and elbows, evening out your skin.\n\n 1. Combine a teaspoon of yogurt and white vinegar to get a smooth paste. Apply the paste on the elbows and allow it to dry. Rinse off with warm water, pat dry and moisturize.\n 2. Alternatively, you can mix a tablespoon of plain yogurt with 2 tablespoons of gram flour. Apply the paste to your elbows and leave it on for 15 minutes. Massage gently with wet fingers to exfoliate and rinse with warm water. Repeat this several times a week.\n\n### How to Lighten Dark Elbows and Knees with Baking Soda\n\nAccumulation of dead skin cells and grime can make your elbows appear ashy and\ndirty. Baking soda is a gentle skin cleanser and natural scrub that removes\ndead cells and gets rid of grime.\n\n 1. Mix baking soda with milk or water to make a paste\n 2. Apply it on the elbows and knees while rubbing in circular motions for 3 minutes\n 3. Wash off with lukewarm water, pat dry and moisturize\n\nDepending on the extent of darkness, repeat this daily or on alternate days\nthen later with improved you can reduce the frequency to once or twice a week\n\n### Sugar and Olive Oil Scrub\n\n 1. Make an exfoliating body scrub by mixing sugar and warm olive to get a medium consistency\n 2. Apply this paste to your elbows and scrub gently with your fingers. As you massage, the sugar granules resolve and become smaller in size\n 3. Continue rubbing for 5-10 minutes or until the all the sugar resolves\n 4. Wash off with mild soap and warm water\n\nRepeat this daily until you start seeing changes then reduce the frequency to\nseveral days a week\n\n### Mint Leaves\n\nMint has natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. It is not only\nhealing to the skin but also has essential oils which aid in the synthesis of\nwhite blood cells and collagen which lighten skin by clearing scars and dark\nspots\n\n 1. Boil hot water and add mint leaves into it\n 2. Allow it to boil for a few minutes and add in fresh lemon juice\n 3. Get the mixture off the flame and allow it to cool to a skin tolerable temperature\n 4. Soak a cotton ball with this solution and dab it on the elbows\n 5. Leave it on the skin for about 15 minutes then rinse off with warm water\n 6. Do this regularly to get rid of dark elbows quickly\n\n### Vitamin E Oil\n\nAnother dark elbow treatment that will help you fade off dark spots and\nmoisturize your skin. It also has powerful antioxidants that help to repair\nskin and improve the appearance of damaged tissue.\n\n 1. Add a tablespoon each of vitamin E oil, lemon juice, and glycerin\n 2. Add in 10 tablespoons of milk\n 3. Apply this to your elbows and let it sit for 20 minutes\n 4. You can also choose to take vitamin E capsules orally or prick on the capsule with a pin and apply the oil to the elbows.\n\n## How to Lighten Elbows Naturally, Fast\n\nDead flaky skin cells can become trapped in the skin folds of the elbows\ncausing the skin to appear darker than the surrounding skin. Most of us\nneglect the elbows and the knees during the daily body care routine and forget\nto moisturize. Follow this tips to help you lighten dark elbows naturally\n\nRemember to always moisturize your elbows\n\n * Use a loofah and exfoliating gel to scrub off dead skin and get rid of dirt from your elbows. You can also use a pumice stone to gently exfoliate the top layer of skin\n * Moisturize your elbows after every bath to prevent dryness.\n * Apply cocoa butter or shea butter before going to bed to help fade off dark spots on elbows\n * Do not lean too much on your knees and your elbows. Friction and exerting pressure on the knees and elbows can cause your skin to be discolored\n * Protect your elbows and knees from harmful UV rays by wearing sunscreen all the time\n\n## How to Lighten Knees and Elbows Permanently\n\nAccording to Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS, a Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon, the\nskin over the elbows and knees is resilient and elastic. Pigmentation is\nusually more pronounces when the joints are extended and the skin overlying\nthe joints is contracted.\n\nThe darkness of the knees and elbows is caused by the redundancy of the skin\nwhich has to be there to allow for bending. This type of skin is caused by\nconstant friction which thickens the skin. In other words, this means that\nmost home remedies for dark elbows and knees are superficial and they can’t do\nmuch to change the specific type of skin in these areas.\n\nMost of the dark elbow and knee home treatments described above are temporary.\nTo have long lasting results. It is recommended that you find one remedy that\nworks for you then find a way of incorporating it into your skin care and\nbeauty regimen. Regular exfoliation will help you to maintain the areas in\ntheir best appearance. For more permanent results, talk to your dermatologist\nabout the possibility of having a chemical peel or permanent exfoliation\nprocedures.\n\nNote that, permanent methods that can be used to lighten your elbows or knees\nshould be used carefully in people with a darker skin tone just so you don’t\nend up with unnaturally lighter elbows than the rest of your body.\n\nThe above remedies can be equally used to lighten dark elbows, knees, and\nknuckles.\n\n * Beauty and Makeup\n\n### Related Articles\n\nBeauty Tips\n\n### How to Bleach Upper Lip Hair Naturally at Home, Fast\n\nApril 26, 2015 Lindsay Sullivan Beauty Tips, Nature's Remedies, Problem Hair,\nUpper Lip Hair 0\n\nThe dark little sprouts of hair just above the lips are viewed as unattractive\nand embarrassing for women. While there are many methods of upper lip hair\nremoval, this article will enlighten you on how to make upper lip hair less\nnoticeable with skin friendly bleaches and special dyes at home. 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Black can you use sugar and olive. mix on black skin. Knee and elbows?\n\n 2. Lindsay Sullivan says:\n\nNovember 1, 2016 at 6:43 am\n\nHi Mattie Garris. I’m glad you found this article useful. You can use sugar\nand olive oil on any kind of skin. While sugar helps to exfoliate dark dead\nskin cells, olive oil has gentle skin brightening properties that will help\nmake your knees and elbows clear. Just be sure to incorporate this into your\nbeauty or grooming routine for better and long lasting results.\n\n 3. tiara says:\n\nDecember 20, 2016 at 10:28 am\n\nI have my college days in a month n I have dark legs elbows.....I want\nstunning legs in an month....can u suggest me something?\n\n 4. Amira says:\n\nJanuary 14, 2017 at 5:17 am\n\nDo the baking soda with milk can help my knees whiten?\n\n 5. Randy says:\n\nFebruary 4, 2017 at 12:31 pm\n\nHello. I’m a 46 year old black male. I have uneven skin tone on both my elbows\nand knees (also knuckles and toes). Those areas aren’t really a concern to me,\nhowever. It’s my face. I have a “shadow” on my face from years of shaving. My\nforehead and around my eyes are a considerably lighter shade of brown, whereas\nmy cheek areas are much darker. Of course this has really made a dent in my\nself-esteem and confidence much so to the point of I don’t have ANY pictures\nof myself taken. I’ve tried just about any and every hydroquinone enriched\ncream you can think of and to no avail. Is there anything- ANYTHING out there\nthat I can use on my face to get my even skin tone back? Perhaps that same\nremedy can also be used on my elbows and other problem areas of my body.\nThanks.\n\n 6. Melussa says:\n\nFebruary 18, 2017 at 3:34 pm\n\nCan any of theses method be used on the back of your neck? My neck and elbows\nare both dark\n\n 7. Lindsay Sullivan says:\n\nMarch 15, 2017 at 8:42 pm\n\nHi Melussa. Yes, home remedies to lighten dark elbows and knees can be used to\nlighten dark patches, lines and creases on the neck. Regards.\n\n 8. Lindsay Sullivan says:\n\nMarch 15, 2017 at 8:46 pm\n\nRead more on how to get rid of dark neck\n\n 9. Taonga Ng'uni says:\n\nApril 23, 2018 at 7:36 pm\n\nHow long should I wait for results? I’m using the soda and milk\n\n### Leave a Reply Cancel reply\n\n#### Follow on Facebook\n\n * How to Change Your Eye Color with Honey\n\nMay 12, 2015 103\n\n * Infected Lip Piercing: Causes, Signs, Treatment\n\nMay 10, 2017 55\n\n * Vicco Turmeric Skin Cream Benefits for Dry Skin, Face, Acne Hyperpigmentation\n\nSeptember 23, 2015 52\n\n * Does Turmeric Lighten Skin? 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