health & wellness

The Aroma Freedom Technique (AFT) is a totally unique way to use essential oils and aromatherapy. It’s safe to use for anyone who wants more emotional freedom in their life, even kids! Since the technique utilizes only all-natural essential oils and guided imagery, it’s safe for all of us!

If you have a garden, you may not realize you’re sitting on a goldmine of edible weeds. You might think a weed is a bad thing, but it’s really just a plant growing in the “wrong” place. Chances are, your garden is full of extra food you just don’t know about.

Biomats have been shown to have a positive effect on a wide range of health conditions but they are especially effective for people suffering from chronic pain.

Wheatgrass juice looks self-evidently good for you. It’s a gorgeous emerald green, brimming with energy and health. Healthy-looking people drink it. It’s alive, growing there right in front of you at the juice bar. It is very healthy for you but some of us have to as the question: does wheatgrass juice contain gluten?

Intermittent fasting can have some significant positive impacts on your mental and physical health and is easily incorporated into a normal lifestyle. Just remember to choose the intermittent fasting schedule that suits you and helps you feel your best.

What exactly is wrong with sugar? Put simply, it’s terrible for your health whether it’s rotting your teeth or affecting the circulation in your feet. And it’s not easy to take an attitude of ‘all things in moderation’ because sugar is everywhere in the Western diet, from snacks to sushi.

Research has shown that the effects of sleep deprivation are comparable to alcohol impairment – you are more likely to make poor decisions, have slower reaction times, and are more likely to be involved in car accidents. Your body needs sleep to repair itself, to grow muscle, synthesize hormones and to process all the information received by the brain during the day.

Parasites don’t only invade those who live in underdeveloped nations! It’s estimated that hundreds of thousands of Americans have undiagnosed a parasite infection. Many of them go ignored or misdiagnosed, and most are transmitted via food and water.

Doctors are increasingly prescribing light therapy instead of medication, or to increase its effectiveness. Studies have shown that light therapy can be an effective treatment for a range of health problems.

Studies have shown that underwire bras can lead to all sort of negative health impacts from skin irritation to blocked milk ducts. Underwire bras may be pretty and lacy, even sexy, but here are few health hazards you should consider.

Einkorn flour is a good source of protein, iron, thiamine, dietary fiber, and some other B vitamins. It also contains large amounts of the powerful antioxidant lutein.

A ZYTO scan can even identify exactly the best ways to improve both your mental and physical health, including the use of diet, exercise, supplements, and even essential oils! Is that cool or what?

Elесtrоmаgnеtiс pollution iѕ аll аrоund us. There’s a lоt оf ѕсiеntifiс evidence tо ѕhоw EMFѕ may nоt оnlу cause cancer, but also dаmаgе уоur hеаrt, уоur mооd, and уоur immunitу. But, there are things we can do to help protect ourselves and our families!

Have you ever wondered about the quality and nutrition of the flour you use? Many of us don’t since it’s so available, we take for granted that quality brands and types of flours are as good as it gets.

The GAPS diet reduces or eliminates the foods we know we shouldn’t be eating anyway. The diet encourages us to eat food as close to its natural state and as fresh as possible, which is exactly what we should strive for to maintain health.

There is so much information out there about what to put in your smoothies to satisfy your taste buds and give your body the maximum amount of nutrients, so I wanted to put together a list of the healthiest of 10 healthy foods to add.

Both neti pots and nasal salt inhalers cleanse irritants and thin mucus that can go from mildly irritating to a full-blown sinus infection. Salt has antibacterial, antimicrobial and antifungal properties, which makes it the perfect treatment for all types of upper respiratory issues.

Increasing lymphatic drainage isn’t difficult or time-consuming. In fact, many of the suggestions I’m about to reveal are things that are just plain healthy for all of our bodily systems and our overall well-being!

You may believe you don’t eat much sugar, certainly not as much as most people. Even the most health-conscious people eat more sugar than they think they do though because it’s everywhere.

Athletic Greens саn be uѕеd аѕ a multivitаmin/multiminеrаl, as well аѕ a grееnѕ ѕuррlеmеnt, аnd provides a ton of vitаminѕ аnd minеrаlѕ. Namely, оnе ѕеrving рrоvidеѕ the full daily vаluе of zinc, vitаmin A, аnd аѕ much or mоrе of vitаminѕ C, E, biоtin, аnd many оf the B vitаminѕ.

If we can learn to modify our behavior and moderate the time spent using technology, we will undoubtedly notice vast improvements in many areas of our lives.

It’s confusing to know what foods to start your baby on! It’s always important to check with your doctor, but the latest research shows that starting allergenic foods before age 1 actually prevents allergies.

Apple cider vinegar has both antibacterial and antifungal properties, which increases its natural health benefits (and is why grandma used it to clean house). You’ll be amazed at all of the uses for apple cider vinegar, and what this stuff can do for you and your family!

Emu oil has been used in several burn victim research studies and has been found extremely beneficial to both reduce pain and inflammation and to heal damaged skin.

We’ve put together a handy guide to the ketogenic diet below - what you can eat, the health benefits you’ll get, how to tell if keto is right for you, plus tips and recipes so you can get started today.

Why bother buying wheatgrass and a juicer? Well, there are plenty of reasons though, we will focus on nine of the more important benefits here.

Because not everyone responds to individual ingredients or the combination of them in the same way, drinking even one energy drink can cause major short-term health issues. Let’s take a closer look at some of the commonly reported health issues associated with energy drinks.

Ashitaba is a treasure trove of dietary health, including 13 minerals, 11 vitamins, carotene, saponins, proteins, fiber, germanium, glycosides, chlorophyll, enzymes, coumarins, and a rare type of flavonoid called chalcones. Due to its mixture of amazing properties, it’s been studied at length.

Himalayan Salt Lamps have become all the rage, as news of their health benefits spread to mainstream Western society. This is a good thing, but it also means that there are so many companies manufacturing these lamps, it can make your head spin.

You’re eating your veggies, but are you eating the right ones? Huh? Bet you didn’t know that all veg isn’t created equal. Medical studies continue to prove that cruciferous vegetables give you more benefits for your buck than any other. In this post, I want to talk about the health benefits of cruciferous vegetables.

There are so many variables with lactation, but one way we can all easily keep our milk production at a comfortable level - for both baby and mommy - is to eat lactogenic foods, foods that naturally increase breast milk.

There are many health effects rebounding exercise has on the body. Here are some reasons you should consider adding a rebounder to your workout routine.

Recent studies on the health benefits of chocolate have spread like wildfire. Go figure. I myself am a chocoholic! But what if I told you I found something related to chocolate that had even more health benefits? The cacao nib is a powerful superfood that beats out other superfoods by a landslide! Plus, they are way tasty!

Fat bombs are homemade morsels made of a blend of high-fat, low carbohydrate foods. Healthy fats are important for multiple reasons!

Carrier oils are a vital building block of using essential oils to create your own lovely skin care.

The debate about MSG can be confusing, at best, because those who have yet to be afflicted by the sensitivity it can cause, claim there’s nothing wrong with it.

You may not have heard of umami, but it is actually one of the tastes that our tongues recognize, along with bitter, sour, sweet and salty. We love umami, which is a Japanese word meaning “savory,” even if we don’t know what it’s called. It is the oomph of flavor that comes from foods packed with protein.

Carrots pack a powerful nutritional punch! They are loaded with all types of antioxidants and vitamins that our bodies crave. The nutrition carrots offer helps stave off illness, reduce the risk of major breakdowns in health and help return health when illness does occur.

This bright-colored berry has become one of the superfoods that everyone is raving about, and it’s no wonder! Just check out the nutrition they pack into such a little package.

Oil pulling improves oral health by detoxifying the oral cavity, but it goes well beyond that! It improves the effectiveness of all of the systems of the body, helping to alleviate chronic illnesses that can be caused by poor oral hygiene.

There is a lot of hype around omega-3 fatty acids. The body does not produce these, so we depend on outside sources for them.

My great-grandmother believed cod liver oil was the cure for whatever ailed you. I took great pains to avoid complaining of any illness or injury in her company, lest I have a spoonful shoved into my mouth. But now, I understand Granny was right.

In a world of GMOs and toxic chemicals, a natural product like diatomaceous earth (DE) sounds too good to be true. Yet many people use this inexpensive, organic substance in hundreds of ways to increase health and wellness for themselves, their families, and their pets.

Activated charcoal has the ability to attract toxics and chemicals in the body so that they don’t enter the bloodstream at all. When our bodies absorb toxins, they build up and cause illness, disease and poison us.

Energy healing is a form of alternative or complementary therapy and the terms covers any modality which works with the energy circuits and fields in the body.

Is the need for sunscreen truly as urgent as they claim, or are the chemicals in popular sunscreen brands causing more harm than good? Is sunscreen healthy or harmful?

When was the last time you took a nice, relaxing detox bath? Maybe never! Our busy lifestyles lend themselves to quick showers over soaking in the tub. But the benefits of detox baths shouldn’t be ignored.

This nutrition powerhouse is a fast-growing tree that originates from India, but can now be found all over Asia and subtropical locations. Every part of the tree can be used for its various healing properties.

Creating a health routine allows you to have ownership and accountability over your health too. Take charge.

No doubt you know collagen is good for your skin. In fact, you may even have lotion with added collagen sitting on your bedside table. But did you know that collagen works wonders for your body in so many other ways?

You may not want to toss your next salad with some reishi mushrooms (yeah, they are really bitter), but when you hear what all this little ‘shroom can do, you may decide to add it to your supplement regiment!

Is bone broth healthy? Yes! The health benefits of bone broth are so numerous it is considered a superfood. Many nutritionists recommend bone broth for causes as varied as leaky gut syndrome, poor digestion, joint pain, dry skin, brittle hair and nails, auto-immune diseases, and even cancer.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil has been proven to provide protection against many diseases. Scientists have studied the Mediterranean diet in hopes of determining why that region’s inhabitance have such low incidents of certain cancers and heart conditions that plague other places around the globe. They have found their answer: olive oil!

When you hear the word “sauna,” you may visualize a ritzy day spa where the wealthy spend their luxurious days being pampered. When I say “sauna” though, I’m talking about an infrared sauna that has loads of health benefits, one of which is relaxation.

If you don’t want to give up your coffee in lieu of an alternative, you should do some research on various organic coffees available to find the safest one for you and your family.

There is a difference between cutting out gluten and cutting out grains. They are different, although eliminating them can be done at the same time. When I say I eat grain free many people tell me they do too, but they eat oatmeal for breakfast and rice for dinner.

Store-bought candy is loaded with calories and junk. I have done some research on nutritious, tasty foods, and non-food options! Make Halloween a healthier and more active holiday for children!

Candles that smell like delicious treats may not be the best candles to burn in your home. They are toxic candles! They actually fill your room with chemicals while they are emitting their delicious fragrances!

I like to do regular detoxification protocols because I know how much my body needs it. Our livers are responsible for detoxifying our bodies, but they are way over-burdened right now. Doing a little detoxification just helps the body work more efficiently so it can carry on with business as usual.

After doing a coffee enema you feel a lift (and it's not from the caffeine). Good energy, better mood, optimized digestion, and detoxification!

When you're feeling under the weather, whip up a batch of this every flu season and opt out of the 'ol flu shot.

If you are in need of a good detoxification then you absolutely have to try this method. When I feel toxic, this is my go-to detox bath. It works because it causes you to sweat...and I mean SWEAT!