This effective, healthy and cost-effective homemade deodorant is made from natural ingredients and will keep you smelling fresh throughout the day. It's made with ingredients that you likely already have a home, but that don't have dangerous side effects — unlike the ingredients often found in conventional, store-bought deodorants. Problems with Conventional, Store-Bought Deodorants We…
If you're someone who suffers from hormonal acne, chances are you've tried numerous home remedies for acne but may not be getting the results you hoped for. That's likely because this type of acne can be complicated to treat, considering it occurs for reasons beyond having clogged pores, which is often the case with other…
The reishi mushroom is an edible type of medicinal fungus that has been used for its healing abilities for thousands of years and fits the definition of a true superfood. Also known as Ling Zhi in Chinese, these mushrooms are anti-inflammatory and tied to longevity, better immune function and mental clarity, earning them the nickname “king of mushrooms.” Throughout…
Stress is a major issue literally everyone deals with in way or another, and chronic stress is a problem like never before. That's why it's so vital to keep your stress hormones in check. In a podcast episode with Dr. Anna Cabeca, DO, FACOG, I talked with the board-certified gynecologist and obstetrician, hormonal health expert,…
What do chamomile, oranges and beer have in common? They each provide the flavonoid apigenin, which has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. The bioflavonoid has gained attention after researchers reported on its low toxicity and beneficial bioactivities. It's present in many fruits, vegetables and herbs as the most widely distributed flavonoid in the plant kingdom.…
The rosemary plant is one of the most popular medicinal plants in the world, as well as a healing herb with a very long history of use in places including Italy and Greece, dating as far back as at least 500 BC. According to an article published in Nutrition Today: The genus name Rosmarinus is…
Fenugreek is considered one of the oldest known medicinal plants in human history. Fenugreek oil comes from the seeds of the plant and is used for a variety of health concerns, including digestive problems, inflammatory conditions and low libido. It's well-known for its ability to enhance exercise performance, stimulate breast milk production and fight acne.…
Boron is an important, and often underutilized, trace mineral naturally present in certain foods and also within the environment. You'll find it in many whole foods, especially beans nuts whole grains avocados berries plums oranges grapes It’s also found in water to some degree, although we get most of our boron from foods in our…
Sounds crazy, I know, but when it comes to astrology, my belief system is that God created the stars, seasons and times in which we are able to glean wisdom. All of these factors affect our bodies. I believe that God created these things, not to be worshipped, but as categories that allow us to…
