Why Everyone Should Have A Bottle Of Tea Tree Oil In Their Home: Especially Now
About forty years ago, an herbaceous yet pungent smelling oil found its way into America from the land down under. Today, tea tree oil, prized for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, has become an important ingredient for many over-the-counter skin care products, soaps, and lotions. But it can do more than protect and heal the […]
Foods That Promote Inflammation
Inflammation can strike anyone and in any part of the body. When it strikes your gut, it can be very problematic. How does it get started? Usually by the foods you eat. It is very important to pay attention to what you’re putting into your body. These are just a few of the foods that […]
Sipping Lemon Water First Thing In The Morning Is Good For You: Here’s Why
You’ve probably heard of drinking lemon water for any number of ailments, and though there is limited scientific research to back up many of its purported benefits, there is still plenty of proof that should inspire you to include lemon water in your morning routine. Unlike many other health fads and fleeting trends, this wellness aid is […]
5 Reasons Why Eating This Fungi is So Good For you
The word ‘fungi’ normally triggers fear and disgust. Images of yellow fingernails, skin irritations, and creepy things growing in a gloomy forest abound. However disgusting they may be, some types of fungi are actually extremely beneficial for health and are even sold for top-dollar by boutique wellness companies.
Never Put This on a Burn: What to Do First
Burns are some of the most common household injuries, yet so many people have no clue what to do when they accidentally bump into that hot pan straight from the oven or get a little too close to that curling iron. It’s time to set the record straight, dispel some incorrect assumptions, and help you […]
3 Ways to Reset Your Body After a Long Winter
Although we don’t hibernate like bears, we do tend to slow down a bit during the winter months. Many people, especially those in areas that have a heavy winter, feel a little sluggish and not quite as energetic during the cold and snowy season.
What Clutter Has To Do With Your Health
When they rolled in the heavy equipment and finally broke ground, everybody in town was excited. The vacant lot right on the main drag in town was finally going to be something. We all envisioned a cool new restaurant or cafe. A unique grocery store like Trader Joe’s maybe. Or maybe a fun indoor playspace […]
Don’t be Fooled: Childhood Obesity on the Rise
Does the name “Augustus Gloop” sound familiar? Augustus was one of the main characters in the Roald Dahl’s famous book, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. He was a greedy child who was obsessed with chocolate…and he had a weight problem as a result. There have been two Hollywood movie adaptations of the book. The first […]
Anti-Inflammatory Properties of the Antioxidant Quercetin
Our bodies need nutrients to stay healthy. Some of these nutrients include vitamins and minerals, which support digestion and assimilation to keep our immune systems strong. Other nutrients we need are known as antioxidants. We mostly hear about these in relation to the prevention of the aging process, but what we don’t hear is how […]
A Powerful Indian Spice That Tackles Inflammation Head On
Many of us are big fans of turmeric. It often seems to add the perfect “little something” to recipes — especially those curry dishes so many of us love. But what you may not be aware of is that curcumin, one of the major components of turmeric, has a number of health-promoting effects, especially when […]
