Before You Bite: Here’s The Best And Worst From McDonald’s
McDonald’s has made a significant amount of menu changes in recent years. They’ve stopped using chickens treated with antibiotics, they now use cage-free eggs and they source milk without rGBH (growth hormone). The company has also reduced artificial ingredients in certain menu items and added healthier side choices. We still don’t recommend eating at McDonald’s, but if you must,...
Fall Asleep Faster With This Easy-To-Make Lavender Sleep Balm
I have struggled with not sleeping well for years. There are nights when I can fall asleep fairly quickly, but staying asleep is usually an issue for me. I took an over-the-counter sleep aid for many years. I knew it wasn’t a good choice, but I was desperate for some good sleep. I just don’t function very well when...
Relieve Itching And Pain FAST With This Homemade Shingles Spray
I had the misfortune of coming down with shingles a few years ago. I had never experienced that type of ongoing pain before. No matter what I tried, nothing seemed to work. I took over-the-counter pain relievers and they didn’t help. I wish I would have known about this spray back then to treat the pain I was in. This...
How To Declutter Your Home For Better Health In Just 14 Days
Spring is in the air, which means it’s time to start spring cleaning. Here’s a 14-day decluttering challenge to help you spruce up your physical space, clear your mind and improve your overall health. Ready, set, go! How decluttering can improve your health Did you know clutter has been linked to stress and depression? Researchers at UCLA’s Center on Everyday Lives...
Freshen Up Your Four-Legged Friend With This DIY Stinky Dog Spray
I don’t know about you, but there are those days when my little dog is just plain stinky. It can be overwhelming at times! He is such a loving dog and I want to be able to have him close to me. That’s why I am so glad I have this spray to use on him. It masks the...
Your Fridge Could Be The Dirtiest Place In Your Kitchen — Here’s Why
Let's face it, your refrigerator is one of the hardest working appliances in your home, doesn't it deserve to be cleaned on a regular basis? I have to admit, I know this to be true but I do neglect to clean my fridge as often as I should. Sure, I do organize and try to keep things tidy in...
Is Your Elderly Loved One On A Dangerous Medication? Check This List
Even without dementia, my dear 87-year-old uncle couldn’t keep track of all of his medications even if he tried. That’s because his med list covers a whole page — front and back. He’s got pills for just about every major organ system in his body, a confusing mass of medication that’s quietly been accumulating over the years. Does this sound...
Do These 7 Things For Perkier Breasts
With time and gravity working against us, we’re often left wondering what the heck happened to our breasts. The truth is, sagging breasts are unavoidable, but you can at least put them off for a little longer with some small changes to your routine. Without turning to surgery, it’s time to give your breasts the support they deserve —...
Try These Turmeric Ice Cubes For Better Skin
We eat a whole lot of curry in our household — and I mean a lot. We’re always experimenting with new combinations, made with nutrient-rich ingredients. Chana masala is my absolute favorite stew-like curry, made with chickpeas, green chilies, a big heaping spoon of turmeric. We’ve built up quite the collection of herbs and spices. And if there’s one spice...
Why You Should Test Your Tap Water Immediately (And How To Do It)
Growing up in “the sticks” meant a lot of things — and in all honesty, it shaped the person I am today. I grew up in a very small town, with as close to as many horses and cows as people. We got three TV channels up until I was 16 years old, we grew our own vegetables and...
