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Detox with an Epsom Salt Bath
An Epsom salt bath is a great way to help our body’s natural detoxification process. Today’s world exposes us to more toxins than ever through the food we eat, the air we breathe, and even the medications we take. These toxins are irritating, harming, and possibly even destroying our bodies. Detoxification is your body’s way of metabolizing or removing these harmful compounds. Improving and supporting our body’s ability to detoxify and dispose of waste is essential, as is limiting its exposure to toxins. A detox Epsom salt bath is one way you can help your body flush those toxins out […]
Signs You Need to Detox
How toxic are you? There is no way to know for sure. Being “toxic” is a euphemism (you are not really toxic) used to describe the fact that the many toxic substances that we are exposed to, enter our body and do not necessarily leave. Toxins can be from the environment, our food or created in our body as part of normal body function. If toxins are in the body, they must leave the body and there are a few systems in the body that must do the detoxification. The key player is the liver which can rid the body […]
Causes of Hormonal Imbalances
Hormonal imbalances very common nowadays – so much so that even girls are dealing with them! Doctors really don’t know how to deal with it, and most of the time they prescribe a birth control pills even for young girls. I feel that is unnecessary, that they don’t deal with the root cause. The girls stay on the pills for the majority of their life, disconnected from the menstrual cycle, body and femininity. I have been blessed to have enough common sense and stop the pill after 2 months of using it because I felt terrible and had that […]
Understanding Fermented Foods – Your Quick Guide to Choosing the Ones That Are Right for You
Fermented foods are unique. For many years, fermenting was considered just a way to preserve food. Now we know that fermenting allows beneficial bacteria and sometimes yeast strains to build up in the food, turning it into a powerhouse of nutrients that helps the gut and the rest of the body. Research does exist for fermented foods, plus there is a lot of historical information as to how they have been used in the past. Most fermented foods are made with an anaerobic process, meaning the good bacteria build up lactic acid bacteria and other acids […]
Discovering the 3 Best Steps to Better Gut Health & Well-Being.
In a perfect world we would all have known more about the beneficial microbes in and on our body and how to look after them. We would know how to feed them, and we would be reaping the amazing health they help us achieve. Unfortunately, that is not the world we live in, and many of us live with results of poor gut management and the symptoms that go with it – gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and inflammation. This is a complex issue, and what we know is that poor gut health is being linked as a […]
Skin Care Trends: Have You Tried Charcoal Yet?
Charcoal-based skin care products are extremely popular, and manufacturers have created several items that you can use for cleansing or exfoliating your body and facial skin. The type of charcoal in your skin care products has been treated with chemicals or heat to increase its absorption into your skin. It is easy to find an assortment of skin care products that contain charcoal because this particular ingredient is trending right now. Look for charcoal-based skin care products at local or online drugstores. Here are some of the products that you can use to improve your skin with charcoal. […]
The Impact Dairy Has on Your Skin
From lattes and ice cream to pizza and cheeseburgers, dairy is pervasive in the standard Western diet, considered both a staple and a necessary comfort food ingredient. In the United States, the Federal nutrition policy developed by the USDA and the Department for Health and Human Services recommends Americans consume two to three servings of dairy daily as part of a healthy, well-balanced diet. However, exposure of mass agricultural practices suggest that not all dairy products are created equally and the quality of dairy products may differ drastically based on the presence of growth hormones and antibiotics administered […]
How to Use Witch Hazel for Your Skin
If you are searching for a versatile addition to your skincare routine, Witch hazel would be the best choice. While it’s easy to use the natural astringent as-is on a cotton ball, blending it with other ingredients allows you to create a range of customized skin care products that suit your skin type perfectly. Use these simple tips to get healthy, glowing skin with simple, natural ingredients. Cleansing and Toning Witch hazel is a pore-tightening toner and a natural cleanser that can be applied directly to your skin with a cotton ball. For the best astringent and toning benefits, […]
Is coffee messing with your hormones
Is coffee healthy or not? Drink it. Avoid it. Why all the confusion? Oh boy! Before I tackle this subject, I must admit I love coffee! It is a long love affair. I’m also proud to admit that I quit coffee; well I just have it once a week on Sunday. I have to say that I did everything to balance my hormones, but I was in denial about coffee because I loved it so much. It was more about my morning routine than anything else though, but still, I just couldn’t surrender to the fight about quitting […]
Holistic Skin Care: Herbs and Spices to Try Out
When it comes to holistic skincare sometimes all you need to id to look into your spice rack or if you grow your own herbs, your garden. Humans have known for millennia that different herbs can be astringent or can help the skin hold on to moisture. They can clear up breakouts and make skin glow with health. Here are some herbs and spices to consider for skin care: Oat Straw Oat straw is the stem of the oat plant while it’s still green and its sap is milky. It is a great source of silica and calcium […]