How To Make Your Own Natural First Aid Kit
There’s a certain appeal in turning to the natural world when looking to heal yourself. Of course, there’s the deep need to get in touch with a long-lost part of yourself. But, natural treatments have been a part of history since… well, since human beings became a part of history. There’s even some evidence that […]
How to Take a Detox Bath (DIY detox bath recipe included!)
You’ve probably heard a lot about detoxes over the past couple of years. Whether it’s a detox diet or simple detox bath, a detox done right can be wonderful for your well-being. As you go throughout your day, your body is exposed to all kinds of elements in the environment – some of them worse […]
Sleep Deprivation Headaches (8 Ways to Get Relief!)
How many sheep do you count before you fall asleep? If you have a little trouble getting around in the morning, there may be more to it than just a “bad night.” More than 50 million adults in the U.S. suffer from sleep disorders. Of course, these issues can range from simple occasional insomnia to […]
5 Reasons You Should Drink More Rose Tea (including a weight loss aid!)
Rose petals not only smell great, they may also be great for your body as well. Roses smell sweet, but did you know they also taste sweet? Especially when brewed into rose tea, that is. Just as green tea is made from flowers, rose tea is made from the petals of the Rosaceae family of […]
Why Using A Squatty Potty Isn’t Such A Crazy Idea
If you’re trying to get healthy, there’s a good chance you’re paying pretty close attention to the food you put in your body – and that’s fantastic! But there’s one thing you may not be considering… and that’s what comes OUT of your body. Sure, no one wants to talk about it, but when it […]
Understanding Body pH: Should I Switch To An Alkaline Diet?
When you read the words acidity and alkalinity, it’s easy to conjure up images of a chemistry lab. But like lots of chemical terms, these two have a place in understanding how your body works as well. The amount of acidity in your body is rarely ignored, but some believe that a real acidity imbalance […]
How To Boost Your Immune System Before Winter
Flu season is coming – if it isn’t already here – and if you look at the stats, you’ll see that not everyone is prepared. For instance, when it comes to children aged 6 months to 17 years, only 49.9% had their flu vaccinations in the last 12 months. As for adults 18-49… this number […]
How to Lower Cortisol Levels (tips to manage stress)
For our ancestors, dealing with stress was a survival skill. You see, the earliest humans saw stress as a signal them that there might be a predator or some dangerous aggressor nearby. Today, though, people get stressed about far more than life or death situations…things like traffic, struggles at work, or even family problems — all […]
What a Simple Glass of Lemon Water Can Do
How do you kick off your day? Wake. Stretch. Brush your teeth. And then perhaps a morning beverage to kick your system into gear. Of course, some folks go for a cup o’ joe to power through their morning commute. Others may opt for an herbal tea to try and relax before work. And some […]
7 Signs of a Hormone Imbalance (and some natural remedies)
When your hormonal balance is off, you can go through a wide range of intense emotions. It’s not at all uncommon to feel tired, moody, and frustrated. You may also experience physical changes, such as weight gain. What you’re going through is real, and you’re by no means alone. How Hormones Work The thyroid gland, […]