I don’t know about you, but the older I get the more I feel every ache and pain in my body (especially as the colder weather sets in)! Understanding what causes muscle pain and how to prevent it will save you from downing those pain killers and sleepless nights. Pain always delivers a very effective … Read more
Fall brings changes in all of nature. The shorter days and cooler nights signal the end of the growing season. The trees shed their leaves and all vegetation begins the end of the cyclic process of production. Our body is part of nature and is affected by the changing weather, diminishing daylight and temperature variations. … Read more
Healing Skin Tonic For acne, troubled skin, aftershave, germ and bacteria killer, hand sanitizer Ingredients Needed: Travel Size Spray Bottle – 1 These bottles can be found in the travel section at stores such as Target or Wal-Mart. They hold from 2-4 oz. and are the perfect size for this recipe. You can recycle and … Read more
The latest issue of Natural Foods Merchandiser magazine has a very informative article by Jane Hoback on the difference between Organic vs. Natural. Although this is a trade publication, the article has some useful information to help guide you through what manufacturers are doing and how to tell if a brand is trying to provide … Read more
A team of scientists from National Taiwan University have recently shown essential oil from the leaf of an indigenous tree (Cinnamomum osmophloeum) similar in composition to Cinnamomum cassia have surprising health benefits. According to the researchers, the study concluded that “the leaf essential oils and their constituents of C. osmophloeum have excellent anti-inflammatory activities and … Read more
Do you know that FDA is about to approve the controversial genetically engineered (GE) salmon? Help stop the approval of GE Salmon! Please read more information no this by visiting The Center for Food Safety (CFS) website, a non-profit public interest and environmental advocacy membership organization, or you can take action here: In just a … Read more
Have you thought about eating sustainably? According to FastCompany’s recent article, Wholefoods is launching the first in-store color-coded sustainable seafood rating program this week. Here is the article: “Don’t eat that halibut! It’s a code red!” It sounds strange now, but it might become a familiar refrain soon enough. Color-coded seafood is about to hit store … Read more
Have you heard about the The Safe Cosmetics Act of 2010, also known as H.R. 5786? This bill was presented to the House of Representatives on July 20th, 2010! I’m sure you haven’t. It always amazes me that the things that affect us the most are passed with little to no media coverage or so much controversy that the truth is difficult to find.
Well this bill is a wolf in sheep’s clothing… Consumer Beware…this one is bad to the bone. We want to make you aware of H.R. 5786 via a well-written article that summarizes what it is all about. Take the time to read it and sign the petitions . Read more
