Healthy Living

DIY green fabric softeners

DIY green fabric softeners

Did you know that many fabric softeners contain toxic chemicals? Chloroform, alpha-terpineol, benzyl alcohol, and ethanol are just a few of the most common chemicals found in fabric softeners today. Most of these chemicals are on the EPA’s hazardous waste list, which makes them hazardous to our health as well. […]

by March 11, 2014
DIY whitening and disinfecting laundry solutions

DIY whitening and disinfecting laundry solutions

Did you know that laundry detergents contain petroleum derived surfactants and waxes? They are known to be cancerous and can damage immune, cardiovascular, reproductive and respiratory system? A green laundry means healthier clothes for you and your loved ones. Doing your laundry the natural way will help reduce allergies such […]

by March 6, 2014
Kidney health smoothie

Kidney health smoothie

Our kidneys play an extremely vital role in our health. They remove waste products and excess fluid from our bodies through our urine. According to the National Kidney Foundation, “The production of urine involves highly complex steps of excretion and re-absorption. This process is necessary to maintain a stable balance […]

by March 4, 2014
The best tips for healing scars naturally

The best tips for healing scars naturally

A scar is a normal part of wound repair and the body’s natural healing process. There are natural remedies that can get rid of ugly scars. Let’s look at some of these natural remedies. Aloe vera: This plant has stood the test of time and was even referred to as […]

by February 25, 2014
What is BPA?

What is BPA?

By now, most of us have heard the term “BPA-free.” But what is BPA exactly? BPA stands for bisphenol A, which is an industrial chemical that has been used in the production of some plastics and resins since the 1960s. It is found in polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. Polycarbonate […]

by February 24, 2014
7 dangers of artificial sweeteners

7 dangers of artificial sweeteners

Artificial sweeteners have been the subject of controversy for years, ever since saccharin, the first no calorie sweetener was discovered. Researchers are finding new health concerns with these no calorie sweeteners. Let’s take a look at seven potential dangers of artificial sweeteners. 1. They trick your taste buds: Artificial sweeteners, even […]

by February 23, 2014
Smoking linked to most common type of breast cancer

Smoking linked to most common type of breast cancer

We have all heard before how detrimental smoking is to our health. Years of research have shown that cigarettes are one of the most dangerous products that humans consume, if not the most dangerous. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports that every year, an estimated 443,000 people die […]

by February 21, 2014
Apple, celery and oranges bone health smoothie

Apple, celery and oranges bone health smoothie

Bones are living tissue, which are being replaced constantly. As we get older, bone conditions like osteoporosis become more common, making bones brittle and weak. Eating the right foods and drinking potent juices  and smoothies can help keep your bones strong. According to Mayo Clinic, “Osteoporosis affects men and women […]

by February 20, 2014