The Health Benefits of Shrubs and an Easy DIY Recipe
Dr Sarah Cimperman, ND Shrubs are a refreshing combination of sour and sweet Also known as drinking vinegars, these beverages date back centuries. They are traditionally made with vinegar, fruit, spices, and sugar. Shrubs likely started as a way to preserve summer harvest but they have medicinal benefits as well. When taken before meals, the […]
Elderberry Rosehip Syrup
Dr. Ariel Jones, ND Elderberry Rosehip syrup is a cold, flu and cancer prevention remedy FOR USE WITH: Cough Cold Flu Hayfever Constipation Illness prevention Cancer prevention Virus Cataracts Arthritis USES: For cold and flu prevention: Kids 1 tsp per day, Adults 1 tbs per day During Illness: Kids up to 6 tsp per day, […]
15 Natural Beauty Hacks Brought to You by the Internet
There are so many chemicals and generally nasty stuff in conventional makeup and skincare products these days that it’s best for our health that we try and avoid it altogether. Save your health (and some cash) by making these all-natural beauty DIY! Your skin, hair, and nails will thank you. 1. Make your own perfume […]
How to Use Coconut Oil: Ways to Incorporate It into Your Beauty Routine
Sophia Smith If you haven’t heard of all the health benefits of the majestic coconut oil – now is the right time. More and more celebrities are becoming advocates of this natural oil – Angelina Jolie stated she cannot start her day without a teaspoon of coconut oil, so did Miranda Kerr, who adds one […]
#HomeHealthHack: Cleopatra’s Bath Mylk
Reece Carter It’s red, it’s itchy, and sometimes it’s downright painful: eczema. Mine flares up with stress, which is why I used a little naturopathic know-how to design this all-natural remedy. It’s a relaxing addition to your bath that is also full of soothing, anti-inflammatory herbal ingredients. What you’ll need 1 cup dried chamomile 1 […]
#HomeHealthHack: Sniffle-Stop Pop
Soothe your allergies with a popsicle! Reece Carter Sniffles and sneezes are the sound of spring. Pollen triggers cells called mast cells to release histamine and the result is annoying allergies. But if you’re tired of relying on pharmaceutical quick-fixes, I have just the thing for you. Citrus fruits contain vitamin C and bioflavonoids, which […]
Turmeric “Anti-Inflammi-Tea”
Why We’re Going Crazy for Turmeric Reece Carter They’re cropping up everywhere, in cafes and in the blogosphere: turmeric lattes. But apart from being fun to drink something that looks like liquid sunshine, why are we all jumping on the turmeric bandwagon? Simple, it’s nature’s best anti-inflammatory! In this little throwback to my first YouTube […]
#HomeHealthHack: Aloe Under Eye Gel
Reece Carter A few years ago, I halved the contents of my bathroom cabinet. I ditched the fragrance-laden creams and went back to basics. Red, irritated skin was calmed with chamomile, pimples kept at bay with green tea, and rosemary and coconut oil came together to keep hair thick and shiny. Anything that could be […]
Make Your Own Sauerkraut to Prevent & Fight Cancer
Dr. Ariel Jones, ND Do-it-yourself projects are exhilarating. They offer a sense of accomplishment from completing a task you previously thought only factories, machines or someone else could do. They provide a sense of self-adoration that is both warranted and addictive. When it comes to making your own food or natural products, such as deodorant, […]
10 Ways to Detox Your Home
Dr. Sarah Cimperman, ND @DrCimperman Opening the windows is one of my favorite things about spring, especially after a long winter of record-breaking snowfalls and low temperatures. Reveling in sunshine and warmer temperatures and exchanging and circulating the air inside our homes is as good for our bodies as it is for our spirits. According […]