Toxic Free Living And Natural Alternatives for Life
It is a common misconception that people “shut down” while sleeping. Actually, the time we spend asleep is a time of important activity which helps us maintain our health and productivity. When we sleep, our brains consolidate memories. We process and store information. During that time, our bodies are restoring and rejuvenating. Muscles are growing. …
A Guide to Helping the Whole Family Sleep Better: 4 Science-Backed HacksRead More
A regular workout can be compared to saving money. In many ways, it’s future-proofing, investing in more secure and stable years down the line. Strengthening the body and improving the mood are the two often-discussed benefits of regular exercise, but let’s not forget about its contribution to the very foundation of your body – the …
Sugar is the omnipresent enemy of the modern age. Except for raw groceries, can you even purchase a product that doesn’t come with at least a spoonful of the ‘white death’? It’s so ironic that the common narrative proclaimed fat as the ultimate dietary enemy, but it’s become common knowledge over the last couple of …
Beating Sugar Addiction: 3 Scientifically Proven Cornerstones of SuccessRead More
I met Danna at EarthFest this year, a place where I’m guaranteed to find many kindred spirits! I knew immediately when I walked by Danna’s booth that she was the kind of person I wanted to get to know. One thing I plan to pick her brain more about in the future is Traditional Chinese …
Five Foundation Foods for Nutrition with Danna – Episode 12 of A Healthy BiteRead More
The first child-birth I went through, I knew absolutely nothing. Everything was new. I was young; I wasn’t aware I had choices (the internet wasn’t in every home!) By the time my 4th child was born, my births happened quickly and easily (less than 1 hour from the first contraction.) Because of the ease of which …
Most ketchup you find on the supermarket shelf contains High Fructose Corn Syrup as the sweetener. Another ingredient is corn Syrup which is made from Genetically Modified Corn, in the U.S. 88 % genetically modified and is added to almost all processed foods. Natural Flavorings can be found in many mainstream ketchup brands, and can often be monosodium glutamate or a chemical …
Sleep in total darkness. Do not use a night light. Cover all little glowing lights in your room, like the one on my fan! You can use black electrical tape to cover up these annoying little lights. For windows that allow street lights to enter in, either use blackout curtains or an eye mask. Both …
I have had so many people tell me “moderation is key” or “all things in moderation” but being an all or nothing gal, I find “moderation” annoying. Usually, when someone says this to me it’s because they want to eat something they know they shouldn’t be eating, or to drink something they shouldn’t be …
Because I want to be in the best shape possible when I go to China, I have set up a protocol for myself and my daughter to follow this year. Our trip is in October, so we will be doing everything we can to be in the best shape possible when we hike the Great …
Packing a healthy lunch your child will enjoy is easier than you think! Let’s get started:I get a lot of questions from moms about what to pack in their children’s lunches. Hence, my first post on packing a lunch your child will eat. I also get a lot of requests for menu plans. I have …
Here’s a motto we can live by. Often when the temptations of life start to overwhelm us, it is helpful to just stop and remember; by REFUSING what we know is wrong, we BECOME stronger. Each time you pass up a piece of pizza when your children are enjoying theirs you are building your willpower …
Are you still drinking colas? Is soda your go to caffeine drink for that afternoon pick-me-up? The folks that know say Americans consume 11 pounds of sugar per person, annually, just from drinking Coca-Cola alone, and in case you were wondering, “that’s an average of 399 servings of Coke products every year, for every American, …
12 Steps to Healthy Living – Step One – Kick the soda habitRead More
