I’ve had occasion to use poultices with my boys—poison ivy and a sprained knee come to mind. But you may ask, “What is a poultice?†or “When do I use a poultice?†or even, “How do I make and apply a poultice?†What is a poultice? A poultice is a mixture of raw, cooked, or […]
Senior Citizen Safety and Health Tips
March 21, 2011 by · 1 Comment
The following article is written by Marie Clark who also writes for Elder Kind. If you want to have more energy for the things that you love to do and reduce your odds of getting diseases like diabetes, colon cancer and osteoporosis then all you need are exercise, physical activity and a balanced diet to start living […]
Types of Aromatherapy Diffusers
March 19, 2011 by · 1 Comment
Aromatherapy diffusers are just one way of administering essential oils through inhalation. They can set the mood for a party, home, romantic occasion or simply to heal a specific health problem. There are different types of aromatherapy diffusers now available. Here’s a few pointers to help you make a decision on which type of aromatherapy […]
How To Tell If A Product Is Really Organic
March 17, 2011 by · 3 Comments
In the 1950’s, they used to put food on the shelves. Real food. Slowly the swaps began taking place. Artificial flavoring snuck onto food labels and pesticides began caking our produce. Our nutrients were supplemented and chemicals were thrown into the pot. Awareness is on the rise against the “not-so-natural” products that sit on the […]
3 Natural Treatments for Varicose Veins
March 14, 2011 by · 4 Comments
If you suffer from bulging or lumpy veins in your legs, don’t despair. Roughly half of all middle-aged Americans have varicose veins—mostly women. Although that is little comfort when your legs are in discomfort, there are natural measures you can take to relieve the pain and even shrink the veins that cause it. Varicose veins […]
Maternal Benefits of Breastfeeding
March 12, 2011 by · 3 Comments
Breastfeeding provides an amazing bonding experience between mother and baby. It provides without question the best nutrition for baby. Many people do not realize that breastfeeding is also extremely beneficial towards the health of the mother. Benefits to the Breastfed Infant They have fewer illnesses. If they do get sick, the effects are milder. They […]
How To Reduce The Toxins In Your Bedroom
March 9, 2011 by · 3 Comments
The following article is written by Thomas from Luxury Organic Mattress. Thomas is fascinated with creating green homes and writes about healthy options for mattresses and bedding. He compares organic wool, organic cotton, natural latex and natural memory foam mattresses. The bedroom is often overlooked as a source of toxins in the home. There are harmful chemicals […]
