Ecotherapy: The Health Benefits of Nature
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We’ve all craved nature at some time or another. Maybe it was the white sands of a beach (and the accompanying health benefits) that we longed for or the calmness…
Health
Simple solutions to help you improve your family’s health through a combination of a real food diet, and optimizing factors like sleep, reducing stress and avoiding toxins.
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How to Get the Benefits of Wine without the Downsides
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Wine: Drink half a glass per child, per day. That was the answer a mom of many children gave me when I asked how she did it all several years ago. Of course,…
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Propylene Glycol: Is This Common Food Additive Safe?
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From the sound of its name, it’s probably no surprise that propylene glycol is a synthetic chemical. (It’s actually the main ingredient in antifreeze!) And although its safety is questionable,…
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The Importance of Omega-3 Fish Oil (& The Best Way to Get It)
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If you like to peruse medical journals in your free time (like me!), you may have noticed a lot of conflicting research when it comes to fish oil and Omega-3s.…
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Kegel Exercises (+ Better Exercises for Pelvic Floor Health)
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Oh, Kegels… these pelvic floor exercises certainly get a lot of press, but do they work? And are they actually helpful? I saw a specialist to get my pelvic floor…
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Why I Wear Blue Light Blocking Glasses (at Night)
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When I first started wearing blue light blocking glasses at night a few years ago (which look like orange sunglasses), they were much less common. Someone once asked me if I wore them…
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Is Oolong Tea Healthier Than Other Types of Tea?
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Tea is one of the most consumed beverages in the world and for good reason, as there are many health benefits associated with it and it is good for the body.…
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Natural Ways to Get Better Sleep (Even If You’re a Mom!)
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It is common sense that we all need adequate sleep. Yet, statistics show again and again that we just aren’t getting it. For some, (including me) the idea of ever getting a…
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Emu Oil: Benefits & Uses for Skin and Body
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Hundreds of years ago, native Australian aboriginals figured out that oil from emu birds could help with wound healing as well as aches and pains. Today, emu oil is widely used for…
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Erythritol: Is This Artificial Sweetener a Healthy Alternative to Sugar?
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Now that sugar has become the devil behind many chronic health issues, health conscious people are turning to natural sugar alternatives. Erythritol is a sugar alcohol gaining popularity as a…
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Root Canal: Dangerous or Just Misunderstood?
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Root canals are a controversial topic in the dental world (if you didn’t know!). I’ve always had a fascination with studying oral health, and while I’m glad to have never needed…
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What Is Cupping Therapy? (Or Why Athletes Have Red Spots)
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Many people got curious about cupping therapy after seeing the red round marks on Olympic athletes like Michael Phelps during the summer Olympics. Cupping is essentially a form of body work or…
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Cricket Flour: A Healthier High Protein Flour
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You may be creeped out by the thought of eating insects, but cricket flour is actually the new health food that can be conveniently hidden in delicious cupcakes. Cricket flour…
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Organic Check-Off Program: Protect Our Healthy Food Future
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Today’s post is going to differ slightly from my health and wellness articles, but it’s a topic that could affect all of us who are worried about the food supply…
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Tabata Workout: The Powerful 4-Minute System That Works
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Going to the gym can be impractical when you’re a mom of littles, but thankfully there are many great workouts that can be done from home. That’s why I’m such a…
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The Benefits of Seaweed (And When To Avoid It)
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Most of us are familiar with seaweed in our sushi, and the accompanying miso soup. But beyond the delicious taste, have you ever wondered about the health benefits of seaweed?…
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How to Choose a Clean Plant Based Protein Powder
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Many of us rely on protein powder as one of the sources of protein in our diets. While it is possible to pack superfoods in a scoop of protein powder,…
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Benefits of Chia Seeds (and 27 Creative Ways to Use Them!)
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I’ve been using chia seeds in drinks and as an egg substitute in recipes for years. In fact, we just had homemade chia seed pudding with lunch today. While chia seeds can be…
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Is EMF Exposure Really a Big Deal?
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Electromagnetic fields (EMFs) have been around since the beginning of time as we receive natural EMFs from the sun and earth itself. It wasn’t until mankind learned to generate electricity (and…
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Is WiFi Safe? Simple Steps to Reduce The Negative Effects
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Technology has allowed us to go wireless and avoid the hassle of cables. We can now remotely turn the TVs on, start a coffee machine, and monitor babies using wireless technology. At…
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The GAPS Diet: Help for Food Allergies and Gut Issues?
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The GAPS diet (also known as the “Gut and Psychology Syndrome” diet) is a temporary, intensive, intestinal-healing diet that soothes the gut lining in order to help a variety of conditions. Those who…
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Why SIBO Leads to Major Health Problems (And How to Fix It)
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Most of us now understand that there are thousands of bacteria living in our digestive systems. Beneficial and pathogenic bacteria co-exist in our digestive tract, and problems can occur when…
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101+ Best Coconut Oil Uses and Benefits for Home and Beauty
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I’ve said before that I am with coconut oil like the dad in “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” is with Windex! Coconut oil has a wide array of health benefits, hair…
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Benefits of Kombucha Tea & How to Make it At Home
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There are many benefits attributed to Kombucha – an age-old fermented tea drink that has been around (in various forms) for centuries in many different cultures. What is Kombucha? Kombucha is a…