Self Care

When the pharmacist recently suggested I get a flu shot, I respectfully declined. I believe in building up the immune system, not injecting potentially toxic substances into my body. Of course, I always recommend people do their own research and come to their own conclusions regarding anything medical. It’s important…

Fennel is a part of the Mediterranean diet, offering nutritious boost and flavor. Eating as much as a single cup of fennel a day has proven health benefits. If you have high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, cholesterol problems, or you suffer from depression, it isn’t that difficult to incorporate a…

Spirulina’s a blue-green algae that grows in tropical locations like Hawaii and central Africa – anywhere reasonably close to the equator. For many people, their knowledge of spirulina doesn’t extend beyond the fact that they like to order it in their smoothies.  That doesn’t mean that there’s nothing interesting to…

My family can eat whatever they want and while I have always been a health-conscious eater, having food issues has made dinner time an incredible challenge

If you are like me at all, even a little, you probably drink a ton of water. We all know how important it is to consume lots of water every day but not just any water. Lately, I’ve been reading about alkaline water and the benefits of consuming it. Here’s what…

I was curious if anxiety, depression, and mood disorders were linked to nutrient deficiencies.  I know so many people who take medication for anxiety, is there a common thread in necessary minerals or nutrients that we are missing? What if your depression or bipolar disorder could be improved by finding what…

So many people have Candida but have no idea! Candida Albicans is a fungus ( a yeast, specifically) that grows inside of your gut.  Its normally kept under control by the balance of healthy bacteria but when it gets out of control, it can affect your entire body. Candidiasis has…

I’ve been ill for the past couple of years, yes- YEARS, because no one could diagnose what was wrong with me.  Not only have I been pegged with extreme fatigue, night sweats, a fuzzy brain, very cold hands, but have major anxiety, am irritable all the time, and have memory…

Have you been experiencing any of the above symptoms for a long period of time? I have suffered for the past couple of years, yes- YEARS, because no one could diagnose what was wrong with me.  Not only have I been pegged with extreme fatigue, night sweats, a fuzzy brain,…

I don’t know about you but when I am cold inside and outside the weather is chilly, I want a bowl of hot soup to warm me up. Soup is one of the things I love to make. You can easily simmer broth and spices all day in a crockpot…

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I have been having various health issues and someone on a message board pointed out that oxalates might be to blame. “Oxalates?” I asked. “I’ve never heard of them! No, that can’t be the problem.” But could it? Having an open mind and tired of experiencing strange and painful symptoms,…

This is one of my favorite recipes from my Low Oxalate Anti-Inflammatory Cookbook! This simple recipe will take you 10 minutes to whip together and it’s perfect timing because it’s so great for spring and summer.  Watermelon salsa can be the perfect light side dish or snack by itself, and…

I’m sure you know that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Who hasn’t had their lives affected by Breast Cancer? My mother and both grandmothers had it. There are times when I feel like a ticking bomb. I had a cancer scare a few years ago, luckily everything turned out…

I’ve been reading so much about adrenal fatigue, candida, leaky gut, pyroluria, anxiety and depression and all of these problems are or can be related in some way to copper toxicity. Have you heard of this? I kind of knew about it but didn’t know much. I’ve spent this afternoon…

By Sam, from Simply Earth Spring is here! The weather is warmer, flowers are blooming, and the wildlife is out and about. Springtime is also a time of renewal – hence the term “spring cleaning”. Many commercial air fresheners even have special “scents” that they roll out in time for…

Life is good… here are a ways to help you enjoy it more when times get hard: + IN THIS ARTICLE11 Ways To Easily Relax When You Are Stressed:JournalingHot Shower or BathEat a Healthy SnackListen to a PodcastSit OutsideGo For a WalkDo a Yoga WorkoutListen to Soothing Nature SoundsTake a…

Chances are if you  use green beauty products, you are also into helping the Earth in ways that will keep it spinning longer.  Though Earth day is upon us, those who like cruelty free, safe products have no need to change what we’re doing, we are just going to keep advocating…

Schisandra Berry Bites: Your secret weapon for lower stress, healthier hormones, and insane energy! By Amy McKelvey, CEO of her vital way   If you follow natural health and wellness trends, then chances are, you’re already hip to reishi, ashwaganda, and of course our beloved ginseng. What do all these have in…

Once you turn a certain age, you begin to realize truths about yourself. One thing that has become abundantly clear is that when it comes to working out…I’m lazy. I’m disciplined but lazy. Every day I do something to get off my chair and get moving but I’m not running…

by Gwen Lewis My family has been eating mindfully for years. We avoid preservatives, hormones, and chemicals whenever possible. While not every purchase that I make is perfect, I strive to buy natural ingredients and organic when the budget allows. And I have become a devout shopper of stores that…

On a few of the message boards I frequent, I heard about something called an “OAT test” which I had no clue about.  It made me think of oatmeal, and I immediately imagined a canister of Quaker oats.  Sidebar:  I miss oatmeal. Its high in oxalates, even the gluten free…