While billboards with gorgeous close-ups tempt us into shopping for the most trustworthy products, we forget that all those precious microelements of each expensive lotion come from Mother Nature. So, why not go straight to the source? Sneak a peek inside your kitchen cabinets and your fridge. Chances are you probably have all the ingredients you [...]
You might not believe it, but spring is only a few weeks away. This means that any day now, all manner of fresh flowers will be peering at us from our gardens, not to mention the window of the local florist. The bright colors and lovely scents of those first spring buds can do wonders [...]
The want to escape stress and unwanted thoughts and feelings is natural. However, it’s much better for you to seek natural solutions versus binge eating, excessive drinking, or engaging in other unhealthy acts. Therefore, what you really should be seeking are pastimes that won’t make you feel lousy the following morning. There’s no hangover associated to [...]
The modern Western medical world is full of doctors, cutting edge hospitals and complex machines that can provide amazing insight into your health. But that doesn’t mean Western medicine is the only solution. As technology continues to expand our medical treatment options, some people are shying away from chemicals and prescriptions in favor of more natural [...]
Your feet carry the bulk of your weight every single day. How often do you give them some attention? Other that the usual bath, do you check on your feet regularly? Or are they forgotten until there is pain? If your weight is above average, you’re subjecting your feet to additional pressure on a daily [...]
Teeth are like eyes—they come in a wide variety of shades, and we should perhaps celebrate that fact. However, over time they tend to darken as a result of both natural processes and the food to which we expose them, and we would all like to restore them to an earlier appearance. At the same time, [...]
Is it time to clean up your cosmetics? Think about it... Do you have any idea what is in your favorite personal care products? We use them everyday and most of us don't realize what the ingredients are or the potential dangers associated with using them on our bodies on a regular basis. Let's face it, most [...]
Ringworm is a typical and highly infectious fungal infection, that can grow anywhere on your skin. Ringworm is very easily recognizable by your doctor, from its ring-like rash, enveloping patches of clear skin with blisters around the affected area. Ringworms can be very itchy and can lead to further scars and rashes when left untreated for a [...]
Diarrhea is a common health condition that causes watery stool, which leads to dehydration. In children, diarrhea lasts for five to seven days, while in adults, diarrhea lasts for a shorter period, which is within two to four days. If not treated, it could lead to a critical condition where your watery stool will turn bloody. [...]
Are you feeling jealous of Rapunzel of late? And regretting that decision of yours which made you chop off your long hair because you thought you didn’t want it anymore? Well, we all have been there and done that. When we were kids, our mom’s took amazing care of our hair, oiled them, and plaited them [...]
Wishing You a Happy Healthy Holiday Season! I am so glad to celebrate this wonderful time of the year with you! Welcome to the Special Holiday Edition of the “Healthy, Happy, Green & Natural Party” Blog Hop! This “blog hop party” is a positive place where you can find and share lots of healthy, green, natural and [...]
Wishing You a Happy Holiday Season! I am so glad to celebrate this wonderful time of the year with you! Welcome to the Special Holiday Edition of the “Healthy, Happy, Green & Natural Party” Blog Hop! This “blog hop party” is a positive place where you can find and share lots of healthy, green, natural and delicious [...]
It’s that time of the year again – where wish-lists are made, crazy in store sales abound and you're busy shopping for loved ones. Are you concerned about what to get your gifts for your eco-friendly loved ones? We have to admit, the holidays can be very stressful, so today we’ve rounded up 8 sustainable gift ideas [...]
Happy Holidays! I am so glad to celebrate this wonderful time of the year with you! Welcome to the Special Holiday Edition of the “Healthy, Happy, Green & Natural Party” Blog Hop! This “blog hop party” is a positive place where you can find and share lots of healthy, green, natural and delicious holiday goodies, gifts [...]
Addiction to any type of substance can be a real burden not only to those addicted, but to their loved ones as well. Relying on alcohol or drugs to get through the day is a dangerous health hazard that can put lives and relationships in jeopardy, and getting help can be expensive. The good news [...]
Are you worried about your expanding waistline because you spend your day sitting on the chair in front of the computer? Then you need to be concerned about more than just your waistline. The sedentary lifestyle you are living is affecting you in many ways than you possibly can imagine. You are becoming fat; you are [...]
So you haven't found respite from the agonizing skin problem – stretch marks. Most of us give up the battle easily believing that it cannot be cured at all. But that's where we are wrong. Stretch marks too can be prevented from forming and the already formed ones can be faded to a large extent. Here [...]
Often termed as pressure ulcers, bed sores or pressure sores, these are formed when the soft tissue in your skin incessantly presses against hard surfaces for prolonged hours. What happens next is that the reduced amount of pressure in those areas and the lack of blood damages the tissues or causes it to die. Image [...]
There's no hard and fast way to weight loss, but there are a few methods that are consistently effective. For example, exercise and a proper diet will do wonders to improve your quality of life significantly while helping you shed unwanted pounds. Alternatively, switching to a leaner and healthier diet can also help you lose weight. [...]
Coffee lovers can rejoice that enjoying a cup of brew without adding milk each day might help to detox your cells. Not only does your morning cup of java taste good, but it's also good for you. Essentially, your body has an inbuilt garbage collection and elimination system that we call detox. The key to [...]
Every season bodes different nuisances to your skin. Whether your skin is dry, oily, or just needs some exfoliation, there are so many skin care solutions you can make at home. Don’t waste your money ordering products you can’t read the ingredients to. Here are a few natural remedies to keep your skin looking gorgeous all the [...]
Hair damage, split ends, hair fall, flakes and dandruff are some of the things that affects hair growth and overall hair health. This can be due to many factors and some of us resort to over-the-counter solutions with harsh chemicals that can worsen the problem. However, there is an alternative to this problem--and these hair loss solutions are cost [...]
Scientifically known as melaleuca, tea tree oil is widely known for its antimicrobial, antiseptic and deep cleaning properties. This highly sought after essential oil is derived from Melaleuca alternifolia, an Australian native plant that’s been used widely throughout the country for almost a century. Tea tree oil has been documented in a number of medical studies [...]
There are a number of benefits believed to be attached to natural oils and it offers a natural way to heal yourself amongst other things, but how are these oils extracted? Great advances have been made in creating safe and reliable CO2 extraction systems, and you can get extractor machines for cannabis for example, which is much the [...]
