I used to love boxed potatoes. Mashed, au gratin… you know which ones I’m talking about, right? They have those little flavor pouches inside and photos of steamy potatoes on the front. Then there was the cheddar-broccoli rice from the…
I have this friend that’s in pretty good shape — slim, with a semi-muscled physique. The other day he told me that he stays healthy by eating a low-calorie diet. Ahem. I’ve seen what he eats and I’d hardly call…
Most of us could stand to drink more water each day. Staying hydrated is key to keeping our bodies happy and healthy. But let’s face it, life gets busy and we forget to drink enough. Forget to hydrate consistently and…
Did you know that the water running from your tap isn’t technically ‘new’? Each drop is as old as the earth itself and could even have been sipped by someone else before you. Yep, your glass could be filled with…
I’m noticing more and more reports lately that cities are finding harmful pollutants in their drinking water, even after it’s been processed by the local water company. It’s scary to think about what we might be drinking — and it’s…
Here’s something you might find unsettling: Our local water companies in the United States are required to meet strict water quality standards put out by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Yet studies by various health and environmental groups have found…
To say that I’m addicted to essential oils might be an understatement. I have a diffuser in nearly every room of the house, continually pumping earthy scents like , , and into the air. I use and to disinfect my…
Friends always comment on how good my house smells, even if I haven’t cleaned! My secret is that I diffuse essential oils around my home — almost obsessively. Obviously, I love the way they smell. But I also love how…
If you’re a fan of personal lubricants for sex, you know first-hand the sensation-enhancing difference they make. If you haven’t tried them, let me tell you… whether you’re with a partner, with a toy, or on your own, lubes can…
When we talk about safe sex, the conversation usually centers around condoms and the practices that prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unwanted pregnancy. We rarely hear mention of the toxins and unwanted additives in the condoms, personal lubricants, and…