10 Oct 2014
5 Must-See Festivals of India
Indian culture goes back several thousand years, and its customs have remained almost unchanged over the centuries. Celebration is a big part of Indian life, and consequently, the nation’s calendar is filled with a host of festivals. Let’s look at five well-known and popular festivals, namely Holi, Diwali, Mahashivratri, Dussehra and Ganesh Chaturthi in India.
10 Oct 2014
Eating Out While Maintaining a Paleo diet
You have surely heard lately talk about the Paleo diet, one that promises a significant loss of kilos and which can also protect your body against modern illnesses like diabetes, heart disease and even some types of cancer. This diet is based on two major components: foods of animal origin and natural plants, without dairy
10 Oct 2014
Seven Reasons You Should Take a Lunch Break Every Day
Did you ever notice how productive you are after you spending your lunch break in a certain way? I’m not talking about how you feel after returning from lunch after eating a greasy hamburger and French fry lunch, but they type of lunch break that actually benefits both the mind and body. So if you’re
10 Oct 2014
Fluoride in Water and 5 Other Terrifying Places it’s Hiding
What is Fluoride, and Why is it Important? We’ve all heard of it before, right? Fluoride. That stuff that the dentist uses to basically atom bomb the germs in your mouth. Some of us, may have even heard that you can find fluoride in water (Thank you Water Filters!). If you’re like any of my
10 Oct 2014
Warning: These Common Supplement Ingredients Are Slowly Embalming You
Magnesium stearate and microcrystalline cellulose are ingredients found in most supplements. Magnesium stearate is better known by its common name, soap scum. And microcrystalline cellulose is just a fancy term for highly processed wood pulp that is extremely environmentally toxic to produce. Do these sound like they belong in your health supplements? Now you might
10 Oct 2014
4 Ways to Clean Up Your Beauty Care
We’ve all heard by now that our skin is the largest organ of our bodies and that much of what we put on the skin gets absorbed right into the bloodstream. So it’s in our best interest to only use products that are safe and natural when grooming. Cleaning up your beauty routine is an
10 Oct 2014
12 Steps to Kill Fleas 100% Naturally
12 Steps to Kill Fleas Anyone with pets knows how frustrating it is when despite there best efforts their pets still get fleas. Fleas multiply fast and can take over your house in a matter of days! Try these steps to get rid of the problem without harming your pets or your family with harsh
10 Oct 2014
Himalayan Salt vs. Standard Table: Salt that Heals vs. Salt that Kills
Salt is a natural and wonderful thing. At one point in history, Romans referred to salt as “white gold.” At times, they were paid in salt. Whether it be from the highest reaches of the Himalayas, or from the depths of the ocean floor, salt is a necessary mineral for all animal and human life.
09 Oct 2014
7 Habits that Can Affect Your Metabolism
If you are having difficulty losing weight or notice that lately you have been gradually gaining pounds, there may a reason for this. Many of our lifestyle choices – sometimes ones we barely even think about because they are so much a part of our routine – can negatively impact our metabolisms and make weight
09 Oct 2014
5 Natural Alternatives to Ibuprofen
Ibuprofen is a popular pain reliever which belongs to the class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs; it is currently available in both over-the-counter and prescription strengths. It is a common treatment for maladies such as menstrual discomfort, arthritis flare-ups and headaches. While it is affective as a pain reliever, it can also carry
