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Yoga, Naturopathy Expert - Answered on Dec 31, 2021

Roopashree Sharma, a qualified yoga trainer and naturopathy enthusiast, is the founder of Atharvanlife.
She has completed her diploma in naturopathic medicine/naturopathy from DY Patil University and her advanced diploma in yoga teacher training/yoga therapy from the university of Mumbai.... more

Question by Ravi on Dec 31, 2021Hindi

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Dear Roopashree,
I have never been overweight but I into fitness and I have stretch marks on my shoulders, stomach, thighs and knees. Is there any natural way to get rid of them?
Thanks,
Ravi

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At times when the skin is adjusting to inner muscular changes, a lot of people who work out get stretch marks.

You can always flaunt them as your achievement.

To reduce the marks, you can try a home-made skin pack like curd and kesar (saffron).

Apply and leave to dry. Then wash it with warm water.

It may help reduce the stretch marks over time.

Eat healthy, so that your skin rejuvenates and gains lustre. That will take care of the stretch marks in the long-term.

Incorporate berries into your diet as they have antioxidant properties that are good for the skin.

Choose the seasonal ones.

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Hi KomalThis is Pramila -- height: 5.4; weight: 58kgs, age: 36 years.I am a working woman and sit for around 7-8 hours daily.I am in sound health but I have a fat belly and fat thighs.I do all the household chores.I do a 10 minute brisk walk while going to office rather hiring an auto.Sometimes, I run to catch a train also. Still, my belly fat is not reducing.I am a pure vegetarian. I eat fresh cooked food, all type of vegetable, fruits and nuts. But daily I eat different biscuits.I visited a doctor for pigmentation marks on my face. The doctor said I have nutrition issues.Please help.Thank you so much. Pramila Nayak

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Fitness is attained with nutrition and exercise.

Doing regular household chores and short walks unfortunately does not contribute to fat burning.

Body fat can be shed by strength and endurance training wherein muscle build up and fat loss is the target.

Cardio activities are essential as well along with this.

Immobility for long periods does cause fat deposition in the most vulnerable areas of our body like belly and hips, where women have a high fat percentage.

Biscuits are generally made of refined flour and processed fat which contribute unhealthy and harmful transfats to our body. The high carbohydrate and sodium content will increase the risk of lifestyle disorders

So follow a healthy lifestyle devoid of excess carbs and fat, plus align yourself towards a fitness goal.

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