This is stating the obvious but if you don’t have junk food around the house, you’re less likely to eat junk! If all you have is healthy nutrient rich foods in your cupboards and refrigerator, you’re always going to make smart choices at home. Basically, it all starts with your shopping list and avoiding temptations once your at the…
Did you know that over 90% of all gum and teeth problems begin between the teeth? Taking care of your gums and between the teeth can eliminate many of your dental issues, possibly save your teeth and ultimately save you a lot of money. There is a space that surrounds each tooth, called the sulcus.…
Crazy Makers 101 I was standing in line at our local Health Food store the day before Valentine’s Day. There was a little girl about 3 ½ years old and she kept ramming her head into her mother. She was literally running circles around her mom and then when I said hello to her, she…
The old adage, “You are what you eat” is becoming increasingly true. What we choose to eat and when we eat it has a huge impact on how we feel. Here’s a fun list of foods you should eat to improve your mood fast! Peanut Butter with Apple may be just the ticket. If you are feeling…
The Epigenetics Revolution: How Modern Biology Is Rewriting Our Understanding of Genetics, Disease, and Inheritance Just when you think you have it all figured out some scientist comes along and scrambles everything up. Turns out you can’t go blaming your genes for anything anymore! Studies on epigenetics – the latest baby of the mysterious world…
Raised garden beds, also called garden boxes, are great for growing small plots of veggies and flowers. They keep pathway weeds from your garden soil, prevent soil compaction, provide good drainage and serve as a barrier to pests such as slugs and snails. The sides of the beds keep your valuable garden soil from being…
You can’t get away from it, no matter how perfect your life is right now, we all experience a bit of stress (okay…maybe A LOT of it!). So how do we learn to manage or relieve it? Stress comes in many shapes and sizes and some can come from good and happy things such as…
Who loves eating a pastry full of an endocrine-disrupting chemical? According to a newly released report, the preservative propyl paraben that has been linked to disruptions in the body’s hormone signaling and which is banned Europe is found in over 49 very popular processed foods, including Sara Lee pastries, Weight Watchers cakes, Cafe Valley muffins and La Banderita corn tortillas. This ingredient is…
Cleaning products that save money–and the planet! Forget about chemical cleaners and pricey “green” products–all you need are a few simple kitchen staples to make your whole house sparkle! The Organically Clean Homefeatures 150 easy-to-make recipes for cleaning products filled with all-natural ingredients you can trust (and actually pronounce!). From dishwasher detergent to antibacterial wipes,…
