I’m pretty vigilant about what I put in and on my body, from local produce to certified organic products. My reason is pretty simple: I don’t want pesticides or other toxins in my food, and I don’t want to contribute…
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We all know we’re supposed to replace our toothbrushes regularly. We understand that old razor blades are bad news. We even know that water filters need to be changed on a regular schedule (even if we forget, every single time).…
You’ve heard of THC, right? Most of us have, because is the psychoactive element that makes you feel stoned when you smoke or eat marijuana, and it’s been highly talked about since its discovery in the 1960s. But, like me,…
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…
I’m on a never-ending mission to swap the chemicals in my life for healthier alternatives. My body care products are a top priority and I want all their ingredients to be from plants and minerals. It’s a worthy goal, but…
We humans have been sweating it out for therapeutic benefit since ancient times. From Roman and Turkish baths to the modern day sauna, we go to ease the pain in both our bodies and our minds. Beyond relaxation, the use…
I love it when mattress companies straight up tell you that there are chemicals leaching from their so-called “healthy” mattresses. But, you know, how bad could they really be?! One top manufacturer, Amerisleep, says that “A small percentage of owners…
By now, we’ve all heard about the importance of improving our indoor air quality. We know that breathing fresh air is good and that indoor air… is often not so good. Even in a big, bustling city, the air can…