7 Amazing Things That Happen To Your Health When You Own A Dog
Owning a dog is one of the simplest joys in life, and research shows that having pets can be beneficial to your health. Not only can the presence of a dog in your day-to-day life lower your stress levels, but Fido can also help decrease your kid’s risk of asthma, help you feel safer and more. Here are seven...
49 Amazing Ways To Use Borax Around The House
Are you as obsessed as we are with making your own natural cleaning and self-care products? We could probably rattle off a hundred uses for baking soda, vinegar or coconut oil. One ingredient you might not know so much about is borax. After you discover all its amazing uses below, you’ll never want to be without some in your cupboard. What...
7 Natural Poison Oak Remedies (Plus Homemade Calamine Lotion Recipe)
Imagine you’re enjoying a lovely walk in the woods, and before you know it, your skin has broken out into an itchy and painful rash. Sound familiar? If so, perhaps you’ve come across poison oak on your path. Although it is best to prevent this by learning how to identify the plant, once you experience a reaction, you will...
These 6 Yoga Poses Will Lower Your Blood Pressure (Almost) Instantly
From mitigating stress to strengthening the body, yoga has a profound impact on health. If you have high blood pressure — or if you’re just stressed out — yoga might help support you by bringing those blood pressure levels down. What causes high blood pressure? As the heart pumps blood through the body, the force of that blood against vessel walls...
‘The Pendulum’ Plus 6 Other Morning Rituals To Banish Anxiety
How do you feel when you wake up in the morning? Refreshed and keen for a new day ahead? I’m guessing not… In fact, I’d be willing to bet that you go from grumpily turning off the alarm clock to diving straight into a list of frenzied to-dos stretching out ahead of you. This immediately triggers your stress response,...
Chew Your Food This Many Times To Lose Weight, Digest Better And More
This morning, what did you have for breakfast? Now, ask yourself, how many times do you think you chewed each bite? If you’re like most, you were probably in a hurry to get out the door and start your day. As you scarfed down your avocado and eggs on toast, you probably don’t give this process a second thought....
Only Drink This For 72 Hours To Improve Immunity, Reduce Inflammation And More
If you toss away the bones from your Sunday roast or give them to your drooling dog, you’ll be missing out on some serious nutrients. Packed full of amino acids and collagen, a simple bone broth will support your joints, skin, gut health and much more. Perhaps you’re on the other side of the spectrum and have already experimented...
To Get Rid Of Inflammation, Avoid These 5 Foods Like The Plague
It’s fair to say that eating is one of the great joys of life. Discovering new flavors, savoring old favorites, trying new recipes and playing with different ingredients all make for wonderful experiences that enliven every day. Without food, life would be a much duller place. But while I’m more than happy to try new things, there are certain...
Dangers Of Store-Bought Kombucha (And How To Make Your Own)
Like many products before it, kombucha seemed to appear overnight. A trend had been set and the health food industry began to take notice. And like any food or beverage that hits the market, not all products are created equal — including something has healthy as kombucha. Why consume kombucha? Although we now have access to everything from peach to...
5 Best Essential Oils For Cleaning Your House (And How To Use Them)
Sick of using harsh commercial cleaning products? Essential oils can be a natural alternative, with many boasting antibacterial and antiseptic properties. Plus, they smell amazing. Of course, every essential oil is different, so read on to find which ones are best for which application. 1. Lemon essential oil Arguably the most popular essential oil for cleaning, lemon can help give your...
