In the pursuit of a healthier lifestyle, it’s not just food and personal care products that must be carefully vetted. Household and work environments can also be laden with dangerous chemicals and toxins. New and old items each come with their own risks. An older home or car may still contain chemicals that were found […]
I began to develop lower back pain while playing college basketball and I haven’t fully recovered. Some days I still feel a dull ache in my lower back that ricochets up my spine — and the pain sticks around for days. I can attest to the fact that dealing with it can create a major […]
For some women, vaginal hygiene and health is an awkward subject. But it really shouldn’t be. All women have vaginas and all women need to keep them clean and healthy. Not surprisingly, the two go hand in hand. But what constitutes a clean and healthy vagina? Vaginal odor, a change in discharge color and any […]
Does geographic location play a role in your risk of developing dementia? A recent study from the University of California San Francisco, revealed significant regional differences in dementia diagnoses, with rates highest in the Southeast and lowest in the Mid-Atlantic. The findings offer new insights into how environmental and lifestyle factors contribute to dementia risks. […]
Teeth whitening is big business these days, but for all the wrong reasons. While it’s perfectly reasonable to want a whiter, brighter smile, conventional treatments often only provide a temporary fix. Even worse, most common teeth whitening treatments use harsh chemicals like hydrogen peroxide to bleach the surface of your teeth… a process that also damages the […]
Tingling, numbness and pain in your wrist — you may have carpal tunnel syndrome. While a doctor’s diagnosis is needed to determine whether or not you have this condition, there are some natural ways to relieve the pain and inflammation of carpal tunnel syndrome that don’t involve surgery. From the old standby of alternating heat […]
Living a healthy lifestyle isn’t always easy, and it can weigh heavily on the wallet. Organic food can cost a pretty penny and holistic healthcare models are often paid out of pocket. It’s no surprise that money can be a major source of stress. Money is a central topic in our lives. We talk about […]
Dried fruits and berries are a commonly known — and loved — ingredient found in most kitchens. They’re a great source of fiber and vitamins when purchased unsweetened and raw. They also make a great replacement to sugary syrups in energy bars, granola, oatmeal or quinoa porridge, and baked goods of all kinds. Along with […]
Some days, you just know something’s got you. When you feel that heaviness in your head, an aching in your joints or scratching in the back of your throat, it’s clear that a bug has broken through the defenses. While a nutrient-dense diet, lots of sleep, sunlight exposure and exercise do a lot to keep […]
Ever since making the switch to a healthier, more holistic way of life, I’ve had a bottle of castor oil in my bathroom cabinet. I’ve lost count of the number of times it’s saved my skin (literally!), and it’s become so invaluable to my healthcare routine that I often take it with me whenever I […]
