Many of us on the journey to greater health have often wondered which is better: A green juice or a green smoothie? While they both offer highly available, easily absorbable nutrients, there must be reasons why one might be better than the other. Green Juice VS Green Smoothie Not All Green Juices and Smoothies Are […]
The Topical Benefits of Green Tea – DIY Green Tea Toner
Green tea has been consumed for thousands of years for its various health benefits, but did you know that green tea has topical benefits as well? Applying green tea to the skin can really improve your complexion by lessening excess oil production, balancing the skin’s PH, and calming redness. So I thought to myself, why […]
Natural Cold Remedies – The Healing Power of Elder
My boyfriend (now husband) and I rely almost entirely on herbs as natural cold remedies for our personal health and wellness these days. Herbs grown right on our own small patio have saved us a few unnecessary trips to the doctor, which in my opinion, is so much better than spending loads of money on […]
The Benefits of Elderberry
Elder is one of my absolute favorite herbal medicines not only because it’s effective, but also because it tastes great! You can make a variety of preparations from the flowers and berries to help keep you well during cold and flu season including teas, jams, syrups, and elixirs. Elder’s ability to prevent and treat up […]
The Real Cause of Acne
So, What’s The Real Cause Acne? Acne. The word is said like a curse and for many of us, it sure does seem like one. You may be thinking, “Why do I have to suffer from acne when it seems like everyone else around me has clear skin?” Well, let me ask you this: Do […]
Cutting Sugar for Clear Skin
Not exactly the boon of society, sugar is one of the most addictive substances in modern everyday life, and while it tastes delicious, it certainly isn’t good for the body and most definitely not good for acne-prone skin. Aside from the fact that sugar activates the body’s inflammatory response (like acne breakouts), it also binds […]