The summertime is when everyone is looking for a fast way to cool off, but perhaps you might want to think twice before you opt for the chlorinated pool over natural sources like a fresh water lake or the mineral rich sea. Although chlorine is highly effective at killing pathogens in pool water there's also a downside that could have negative effectives on your health. It …Continue Reading
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Summer Foraging: The Top 5 Wild Medicinal Plants For The Season
It's a very busy time in the plant world! It's finally the time of year that most of us have been waiting for, the time of year when the colors are vibrant, the berries are abundant, and medicinal plants are flourishing. Here's your guide for just some of the amazing medicinal plants you might come across while foraging in your neck of the woods.RED CLOVER (Trifolium …Continue Reading
How To Beat The Heat With Cooling Botanicals
Many of us wait all year for the summer to arrive and have fond memories of the days spent relaxing under the sun far away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, summer is associated with the element of fire. In Ayurveda, summer is associated with the Pitta Dosha that often has characteristics like excess body heat, irritability, and …Continue Reading
How To Relieve Your Sore Muscles Quickly After A Tough Workout
Muscle soreness comes with the territory of living an active, healthy lifestyle. Whether you consider yourself a gym rat, an avid outdoor adventurist, or you’re getting back into the swing of a fitness routine, you’re bound to overwork from time to time. It comes as no surprise when we experience sore muscles, we’re pushing our limits and becoming stronger than we were …Continue Reading
5 Ways For Busy Moms To Integrate More Balance In Their Lives
Has your personal time landed on the bottom of the to-do list? Most moms know on some level that self-care is important but actually doing it is another thing. It's common for moms get stuck in a rut by putting others first and forgetting to take care of themselves. Here's five ways to integrate more self care and balance for busy moms on the go.Let Others …Continue Reading
