Believe it or not, up to one-third of all adults deal with some type of fragrance sensitivity, which can trigger symptoms such as trouble breathing, headaches and skin irritation. In fact, the American Academy of Dermatology considers fragrances to be the leading cause of cosmetic contact contact dermatitis. How do you treat fragrance sensitivity? As…
It goes without saying, 2020 has been a year full adapting to changes and accepting new norms. It has had a major impact on the health and wellness space, with more and more people interested in taking care of their bodies and minds. My health predictions for 2021 reflect the special emphasis we've put on…
You may already know that eucalyptus oil is recommended for treating a variety of respiratory symptoms due to its natural decongestant effects and antiseptic properties — but did you know that eucalyptus leaves themselves can also be utilized in similar ways? The aboriginal people of Australia, as well as early European explorers and collectors, have…
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.…
Have you ever felt like you had control over your dream? It felt real and vivid, but you were able to determine the narrative? If so, you were lucid dreaming. It's suggested that about half of all people have experienced lucid dreams at one point in their lives, and far less have these controllable dreams…
According to findings from one study conducted by the Environmental Working Group (EWG), women living in the U.S use an average of 12 beauty products every day, containing nearly 200 chemicals, and it's not always easy to know exactly what chemicals in beauty products you might find. Chemicals are found in all type of cosmetics,…
Looking for a non-invasive way to tackle multiple skin issues at once, such as roughness, dullness, breakouts and fine lines? Then you might consider trying dermaplaning, a trendy skin care treatment that involves "shaving the face" in order to promote skin cell turnover. What is dermaplaning exactly, and is effective and safe? As explained more…
Nasturtium is a herbaceous plant that has been used in traditional medicine practices in places such as South America since at least the 1500s. What is nasturtium good for? Traditional uses of these plants included making teas and tonics to soothe sore throats and colds, and even using the flowers, seeds and leaves as natural…
Want to know a little-known fact about McDonald’s french fries? Before Mcdonald's starting using hydrogenated vegetable oils to fry its fries, the company used good, old-fashioned beef tallow. Many other fast food restaurants did, too, including Burger King, Wendy's, Hardee's, Arby's, Dairy Queen, Popeyes and Bob's Big Boy. For centuries, tallow (or beef fat) was…
