Aug 15, 2019 | Ayurveda, Lifestyle |
Do you think your metabolism increases in the summer with all the heat? Actually, the opposite is true. If you are wondering how you’ve ended up packing on a few extra pounds this summer, we have some wonderful tips for you to stay cool.
Aug 1, 2019 | Daily Living, Home Remedies, Lifestyle |
Between our country’s devastating opioid epidemic and the side effects associated with over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers like ibuprofen, it’s not surprising that many of us are looking for other ways to address our pain. Luckily, nature does offer some with safe and gentle alternatives to pharmaceuticals and OTC pain meds. Here are four of my favorite herbs for pain…
Jul 19, 2019 | Daily Living, Lifestyle |
In 2017, the FDA officially banned the use of triclosan and 19 other ingredients in antibacterial soaps and antiseptic wipes. However, these compounds can still be found in toothpaste and other personal products and some believe the “alternative” chemicals being used to replace triclosan have just as little evidence for safety. Learn more about this important topic and how you can make healthy alternatives.
Jul 4, 2019 | Daily Living, Lifestyle |
If you’re wondering if a gluten-free diet is right for you, the first step is to figure out if gluten is affecting your health. There are no specific laboratory tests to test for gluten sensitivity, so it’s up to you to do some investigating. Here are six signs you may be gluten sensitive…
Jun 20, 2019 | Daily Living, Lifestyle |
Mother’s Day and Father’s Day have just passed us by. Here’s one of the greatest gifts we can give our parents to keep them fit so they can enjoy a better quality of life.
Jun 6, 2019 | Home Remedies, Lifestyle |
Unfortunately, summer adventures sometimes lead to not-so-fun stuff like bug bites and stings as well as scrapes, scratches, and bumps. That’s why I like to make sure my medicine cabinet is always stocked with homemade healing remedies. Here are some of my favorite recipes that you can use to create your own herbal first aid kit.