To keep healthy, you've got to keep things as pure as possible. These days, there are too many products that are too artificial for comfort. Things like artificial colors, sweeteners, flavors, synthetics, additives and preservatives take up too much space in an ingredient list. When you're staring at a string of five syllable words, it's hard to understand how they benefit you. Take back control...

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Spending the day cleaning the house can be exhausting, especially with those dizzying chemical fumes clouding your mood. The next time you want a clean home without the toxic turmoil, try pure essential oils. Certain essential oils have antimicrobial properties that help ward off germs naturally. A drop or two of Lemon Oil for example, combined with baking soda can free your fridge of smelly...

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While these antioxidant-packed spices bring delicious depth and sensory nostalgia to holiday dishes, they also offer significant health-promoting compounds. The smells and flavors of spices during the holiday season can awaken our nostalgic senses. But powerhouses, such as cinnamon and cayenne, also offer significant health-promoting compounds. “Spices are a great way of bumping up flavor in dishes, while reducing the need for extra salt, sugar,...

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These powerful couples work together to deliver maximum nutrient absorption and health. Magnesium + Vitamin B6 Vitamin B6 (abundant in pistachios, tuna, turkey, chickpeas, and avocado) has been shown to help body cells absorb magnesium (a nutrient found in kale and other dark leafy greens, pumpkin seeds, salmon, and soybeans) and other minerals. Multiple studies conducted on children with autism and ADHD showed that when...

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The use of natural essential oils for aromatherapy is an ancient tradition that’s been improving moods for thousands of years! When used in a diffuser, essential oils can inspire, energize, soothe, and encourage wellness and peace of mind. Feeling tired? The uplifting scent of citrus or mint can serve as a quick pick-me-up! Feeling a little flirty? Diffuse a blend of sweet florals like Jasmine...

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