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Why Essential Oils Are…Essential

If you’ve done even a small amount of researching online about natural health, chances are that you’ve come across essential oils. Their popularity is ever-growing both in the natural world and even in the traditional medicine world. Essential oils have intrigued me for a long time, so I finally decided to learn more about them. And now I am a Certified Essential Oils Specialist. By no means am I a complete expert, but I have learned a great deal about how essential oils are made, how they work, and why they work. So, here are my thoughts.

April 4, 2022 No Comments

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Natural Remedies for Seasonal Allergies

Seasonal allergies are no joke. If you know, you know. But they don’t have to make you miserable. There are so many natural solutions you can try from home that are not only more effective than over-the-counter medicines, but also much better for you.

March 21, 2022 No Comments

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Toxins in Personal Care Products 101

We all use personal care products on a daily basis, even those who consider themselves low maintenance. But, are your products helping or hurting? And how do you know?

February 17, 2022 No Comments

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Healthiest Cooking Oils

There are many oils on the market today. Some well-known, some not. Many people just grab the cheap and accessible vegetable or canola oil off the shelf without realizing the health implications they could have…or that there are so many better options out there! When choosing the correct oil to cook or bake with, there are a few key factors to consider. I cover that, along with the best oils on the market, in this easy guide to the healthiest oils.

January 20, 2022 No Comments

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How to Fight Screen Fatigue

It seems like screens of one form or another are almost everywhere nowadays. They’re how many receive their news and information, work, entertain themselves, and even learn. And while all of these advances in technology have been a huge blessing and convenience in many ways, they also bring with them a need for awareness of the dangers associated with staring at screens constantly.

December 16, 2021 No Comments

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11 Better-than-Melatonin Tips for Quality Sleep

A good night’s sleep is actually just as important as regular exercise and a healthy diet? And, while many turn to melatonin to support a good night’s sleep, there are much better (and safer) solutions.

December 2, 2021 No Comments

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Healthy Baking Substitutes

Baked goods are so yummy, but they can be filled with ingredients that lack nutritional value, that can cause inflammation or disrupt the function of a healthy gut. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Check out these simple swaps to turn your baked goods into nutrient dense treats.

October 21, 2021 No Comments

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Why you should rethink using hand sanitizer

Even with the most effective of hand sanitizers, you need to seriously consider if they’re worth the risk. Why? There are two primary reasons: harmful ingredients and unintended consequences.

September 9, 2021 No Comments

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Triple Antibiotic Ointments: Do the Benefits Outweigh the Risks?

What is your first line of defense for cuts and scrapes? If it’s an antibiotic ointment, you may want to reconsider.

August 26, 2021 No Comments

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