Usnea is an herbal preparation that has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for over 2,000 years, including to support the kidneys, respiratory system and immune system in other ways, such as by fighting infections. According to the Gaia Herbs website, usnea lichen is known for its cooling and drying energetic properties and its…
If you've looked at an ingredient list on any of your cosmetic or beauty products, you may notice the name of a common chemical. Propanediol is a natural solvent with many uses, which is why it's often found in personal and beauty care products. Propanediol is really drawing attention in the cosmetic space because it…
Coconut oil can be thought of as the do-everything oil with next-to-zero downside. Use it in your food, on your hair, skin, nails — you name it! It's no wonder that many beauty care products on the market today are made with coconut oil. But guess what? Coconut oil for skin can be done easily…
In October 2019, the company Johnson & Johnson (J&J) — makers of the world's top-selling baby powder — recalled a batch of baby powder after government testing found trace amounts of asbestos in at least one bottle. That's right: baby powder asbestos contamination. This is not the first time that J&J has run into legal…
Considered to be one of the most ancient and versatile medicinal herbs known to mankind, dried chamomile flowers have numerous, widespread health implications thanks to their high levels of disease-fighting antioxidants like terpenoids and flavonoids. Chamomile’s vital antioxidants are found in the plant’s potent oils and are the main contributors to its natural healing properties.…
What is thermography? Thermography is a state-of-the-art, and potentially life-saving, method of detecting cancer by using thermal imaging. The technology used to perform thermograms is considered one of the most reliable for risk assessment and detection, especially in the case of breast cancer — as opposed to potentially cancer-causing mammograms. The Breast Thermography website calls the…
Ever wonder, "What does magnesium do?" An abundant element on our planet, magnesium is also present in every organ in the human body. In fact, it's considered a vital mineral for over 300 biochemical reactions that regulate our health and wellness. Unfortunately, many of us simply don't get enough magnesium in our bodies to the point that…
With every holiday gift you give, you have the power to transform a person's life for the better — and create positive ripple effects around the world. Since wellness means different things to different people — maybe it's a solid night's sleep, clean beauty products or exercise gear they'll actually want to use — I put together this…
If you've ever dealt with bacterial vaginosis symptoms in the past, you're far from alone. Research shows that about one in every five women will experience this type of infection by the time she reaches her mid-40. According to a study called the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), an estimated 21.2 million women…
Perplexing and painful, burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is a complex pain disorder causing a burning or scalding sensation in the mouth. While all areas may be affected, you may experience isolated burning sensations on one or more areas including the tongue, lips, gums, palate or throat. The pain and discomfort may appear suddenly or develop…
