The word "detox" gets thrown around a lot these days, but what does it actually mean? In short, detoxification is the process of removing toxins from the body. These toxins can come from many different sources, including the food we eat, the air we breathe, and the products we use. Over time, these toxins can build [...]
Addiction to drugs and alcohol can have devastating effects on individuals, families, and communities. To help mitigate the physical and psychological effects of addiction, many treatment programs have started offering medication-assisted treatments (MAT). MAT combines counseling with the use of medications to provide a comprehensive approach to substance abuse treatment. This article will discuss what medication-assisted [...]
Consuming pornographic material has become somewhat normalized in recent years with over 50% of adults admitting they’ve viewed pornography at least once in the last week. One reason for this is the alarming increase in free Internet porn. Nearly 70 million queries, or 25% of all online searches, are related to porn, and another 2.5 billion [...]
Detoxing can be hard, but with some forethought, you’ll be able to make it a lot easier. There’s more to it than just following instructions: it can be an intensely personal experience. If you’re thinking about giving your systems a break and pulling out the toxins, then read on and find out how to make your [...]
We are delighted to welcome Donna Perrone to Urban Naturale. Donna Perrone is the founder of Gravity East Village, a very special wellness center located in New York City. She is a certified Colon Hydro-therapist offering Gravity Method Colonics, Far Infrared Sauna sessions, Coffee Enema Session, Therapeutic Massage, Reflexology, Reiki, Nutritional Counseling & Cleansing Programs as well [...]
Thanksgiving Day's arrival is a signal that the holiday season is truly here. Families and friends gather not only to give thanks for what they have but undoubtedly to overindulge with a veritable feast of stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, pie, and, of course, turkey ... all paired with copious amounts of wine. Anyone who's celebrated [...]
Are you looking to heal your mind, body, and soul with a complete detox? Are you wondering how to minimize any detox reactions? Check out this article. Did you know that about 60% of the average person's diet consists of highly processed foods? These foods contain way too much salt, sugar, and fat in most cases [...]
Methamphetamine (also called meth, ice, crystal, or chalk) is a highly addictive man-made stimulant / drug that comes in the form of a white, odourless crystalline powder. The drug is typically snorted, smoked or injected and, infrequently, ingested orally. The effects of meth usually last 6 to 8 hours but can last much longer in some [...]
Switching from a traditional lifestyle to a natural lifestyle can be one of the smartest choices you ever make. There's a lot of appeal to living a natural lifestyle, including improved health, less stress, and much more. Knowing how to make the switch, though, can be a bit confusing at first. Even if you wake up [...]
If there’s a single word that can sum up the spirit of a new year, that would definitely be: detox. Whether you’ve done it in an attempt to rid your body of any toxin buildup (guilty of late-night snacks or binges, anyone?) or to improve your immune system through a juicing-based cleanse, the goal has been [...]
No, no one sets out to become an addict. However, many people believe that the path they are on could never led to substance abuse. The thing is though, anyone and everyone is susceptible to becoming an alcoholic or drug addict if just put in the right set of circumstances. The biggest issue is that many [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Living holistically is about honoring the human body’s natural needs and balance while respecting the greater natural world. Finding and living this equilibrium has many benefits. "Living holistically is about bringing balance into everyday life, the body and the surrounding world." Here are 10 awesome reasons why holistic life is really worthwhile: 1. Flushes your [...]
Many people have tried a detox program in recent years. The thought of flushing harmful poisons from your body, shedding massive amounts of excess fat, clearing up your skin, and supercharging your immune system has spread like wildfire through our “image is everything” society. If you’ve considered trying a detox or cleanse, or beginning another one, [...]
Like me, I’m sure you worry a lot about the health and fitness of your family! You want everyone to eat good, wholesome food. You want to have plenty of energy. And you’re suspicious of all the unnatural chemicals in the products you use around the house – not to mention in the medication you give [...]
Guest post by Yuri Elkaim, BPHE, CK, RHN & Amy Coates, RHN, BSc. Constipation is a big problem in the western world. According to the medical community, constipation is defined as having 1 bowel movement every 2 to 3 days. But as holistic health care professionals, we know that's absolute nonsense! For optimal health, you should [...]
