Recently I talked about the dangers of lead and how, at one time, lead was used as heavily as plastic. Not anymore. Lead was discovered to be highly toxic and the use of it in products like paint, toys, and electronics drastically declined. There is concern now that we're in a similar position with plastic. Let's look at a few reasons why you might want to consider going completely plastic free. (more…)
Vitamin B12 is an essential vitamin that’s necessary for good health. Your body cannot naturally produce it. However, vitamin B12 is commonly available in various foods and supplements. If you’ve been searching for a B12 supplement, you might have seen many scientific-sounding ingredients that aren’t fully explained. The entire process of finding a good quality supplement can be exhausting! One ingredient you’ll run into if you’re looking for a B12 product is cyanocobalamin. But, just because it’s available for purchase, does that mean it’s safe, natural, and effective? Watch my […]
It's a common frustration: You've spent a warm, sunny day working in your garden, dutifully tilling the earth and planting seeds at just the right depth and distance — and then the next week, you go outside to find a crop of happy little dandelions enjoying your perfectly primed dirt. Of course, your first instinct is to destroy the invaders. So you get out your weed killer to take those dandelions to task. Wait. Do you know what's in that weed killer? If it's full of chemicals that you can't […]
If your lungs are overworked or damaged by smoking, illness, allergies, or just being around air pollution in the environment, you can take specific steps to cleanse your lungs. Keeping your lungs clean, clear, and healthy will give you a greater connection to your vital life force. (more…)
Activated charcoal is a hot topic in health and wellness these days, gaining recognition as a powerhouse agent for detoxification with a wide range of potential uses. We see activated charcoal in everything from facial masks and teeth whiteners to digestive remedies and even an exotic new food trend that uses its charcoal hue for an element of surprise (think jet-black ice cream). (more…)
