I have been waiting to do this post for a while now! Sunscreen is quickly becoming a very controversial subject that is worth discussing. Facts aside, I HATE sunscreen. I hate the smell, I hate how it burns my skin and I always was confused about those SPF numbers. When it started becoming clear there were “iffy” ingredients in sunscreens,… Read More »Is Sunscreen Dangerous?
So often I hear from people wanting to clear their skin. The products aren’t working and it’s time to call the dermatologist. Let me start by saying, I feel your pain-I get it. I had acne in my teens. The dermo. put me on antibiotics and Retin-A and sent me on my way. Little did I know I had just… Read More »Antibiotics for Clear Skin? I Think Not….
I’m writing this Beginner’s Guide to DIY Skin Care in the hopes I can clear up any trepidation you might have if you’re undecided on this hobby! Making your own skincare is not only a fun creative endeavor, it is also rewarding. When you make your skincare at home you have taken the health of your skin into your own… Read More »A Beginner’s Guide to DIY Skin Care
Often times on a person’s health journey, they can become overwhelmed with the effort and expense it can take to feel better. I know that’s been me on countless occasions. The good news is that while there are hard parts of detoxing and working towards optimal health, there are also cheap and easy ways as well. Believe it or not,… Read More »How to Make the Best Epsom Salt Bath for Detox and Healing
My oldest daughter has come down with croup-it’s the second time this winter. The first time she got it I wasn’t prepared. She’s never sick, then pre-K started in the fall and BOOM-we are all sick ALL. THE. TIME. So far we have been able to treat our illnesses naturally and haven’t gotten so sick that a doctor was necessary. … Read More »How I Treat Croup & Upper Respiratory Infections Naturally…
Achieving natural beauty comes from the inside out. What you eat, how much sleep you get, management of stress and level of contentment all play a roll in healthy, radiant skin. As women, most of us are on a constant journey in search of youth and beauty. When I was a young aesthetician I was taught that if you used… Read More »10 Habits for Achieving Natural Beauty….
Exercise…..I have a love hate relationship with it. I’ve maintained my weight since I was around 16 by doing some sort of cardio for 30 minutes 3x a week. If I stopped my routine, it didn’t take long for me to gain that 10lbs I had been keeping at bay. When I had my first baby I continued my routine… Read More »Peak 8 fitness…..
Have yellowing teeth is a huge No-No when you’re on the hot pursuit to looking young and fresh. Yeah, yellow teeth just won’t do. So many daily foods and drinks contribute to yellowing teeth that it’s wise to find a quick and easy way to brighten teeth up without breaking the budget or overloading on toxins! I love this teeth… Read More »DIY Natural Teeth Whitening!
I’ve been a fan of Dr. Mercola’s for a while. If you aren’t familiar and enjoy hearing from a not so typical doctor who questions and challenges the medical industry you should check him out. I’ve run to his site many times for advice on fevers, dental procedures, female issues, exercise, skin care etc. Here is a link to… Read More »Go Barefoot and Age Gracefully…….
Supplements are just for adults! Our kids need extra nutrition sometimes more then we do. They are constantly being exposed to germs and their bodies aren’t as mature when it comes to fighting off illness. A healthy supplement routine is vital for the health of our kiddos! I have two really healthy girls. I contribute this to several things. Number… Read More »My suggested supplements for young children….