The Environmental Working Group (EWG) just released their 2015 sunscreen guide, a comprehensive look at the best and worst sun protection options this year with your health in mind. According to the report, the popular Neutrogena brand was the worst offender as more than 80% of the brand’s products contain oxybenzone (hormone-disrupter), and one-third contains retinyl palmitate, a type…
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No Gluten? No Problem! 8 Drool-Worthy Gluten Free Ideas
There are NOT many people who will easily give up gluten containing foods: breads, pastas, sandwiches, and desserts. But for those facing gluten intolerance it’s a harsh reality! But these drool worthy ideas can really lighten the blow, and leave you with nutrient dense and highly satisfying meal ideas! Breakfast The Best Gluten Free Crepes…
Chocolate Coconut Milk Ice Cream: The Ultimate Dessert!
One of my favorite sweet treats, loaded with nutrient-packed ingredients, like: Coconut milk: While traditional ice cream can be a great treat for many, many people with sub-par health can have dairy allergies or sensitivities, making it more stressful to digestion and the immune system (not the best thing for boosting the metabolism and fat…
Cherries Can Cause Cancer Cells To Kill Themselves
As summer approaches, there is no good reason not to load up your diet with cherries! Cherries are high in vitamin C, potassium, Vitamin A (tart cherries) as well as contain antioxidants like anthoxyanian which gives cherries their red color. Laboratory research According to the American Institute for Cancer Research, “Laboratory research is extensive on…
US Government Admits Americans Have Been Overdosed On Fluoride
The United States government recently decreased the recommended fluoride level in drinking water; the first time the recommendation has decreased in 50 years. According to NPR, the recommended range of 0.7-1.2 milligrams of fluoride per liter of water issued in 1962 will now reflect only the lower value of the range; 0.7 milligrams per liter….
This Family Didn’t Eat Organic. Watch What Happens To Their Bodies As Soon As They Switch
Eating organic can be hard on the wallet. The higher expense and not fully understanding what eating non-organic food can do to your body are the main reasons people do not make the commitment to switch. After seeing this video about about a family that participated in a study from the Swedish Environment Research Institute,…
{LAST MINUTE} Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Mother’s day is coming up, and it’s time for some last minute gift ideas! Here are a few of my favs that you can order online with ease 🙂 1) All Natural Skincare Products ($20 & up) Has the hippy in you been trying to get the chemicals out of your mom’s favorite makeup or…