Licorice root has been used for centuries in traditional medicine for its various health benefits. Not only is it a popular flavoring agent, but licorice root also offers numerous medicinal properties. From relieving digestive issues to supporting skin health, licorice root has gained attention for its potential therapeutic effects. Let’s explore ten possible health benefits...
Let’s be honest: hair care is tricky business. We want to use products that are going to leave us with clean, shiny, voluminous hair, but also that are dangerous or damaging. Essentially, we want a natural shampoo that does the same thing as conventional, minus the potentially toxic chemicals and synthetic additives. Bonus points if...
Not everyone you encounter in your life is going to bring you happiness and joy. As Oscar Wilde said, “Some cause happiness wherever they go, others whenever they go.” That being said, whether knowing them was a positive or negative experience, there is a lesson you can learn from each person you meet. Sometimes, this...
Life is hard, trust us, we know. It has a way of sneaking up on you when you are least expecting it and taking you out at the knees. What’s worse, is that it doesn’t seem to care that you’ve already been knocked to the ground, it will rub dirt in your face anyway. To...
There is a lot of trust placed in the claims of skin care products. They advertise ‘flawless skin,’ ‘disappearing acne,’ and ‘natural beauty,’ and we buy the products to try it for ourselves. Examining the back of a facial cleanser is a bit nerve-wracking. What do all those terms mean? Even if you ask someone with...
I never had a problem with the idea of getting wrinkles when I got older- but I never expected to see them so soon! Now that I’m noticing wrinkles and fine lines on my face more often, I can’t help but look for natural ways to keep my skin looking full and healthy for longer....
Wind down with this intensely soothing yin yoga routine! When you’re stressed to the max, it’s time to drop down to your mat and engage in some seriously calming yin poses. Yin is a type of yoga that targets the deep muscle tissues of the body called fascia where trigger points (or knots) can form...
If you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, monitoring your blood sugar levels regularly is the most important step you can take in managing your condition. Having information that tells you what causes changes in your blood glucose levels, like eating particular foods, taking your medication, or exercising, can help you work with your...
Visiting a grieving person is always an emotional call to make, especially when you have a close relationship with the person. You may not know the deceased so well, but the fact that someone you care about is going through a lot of pain would hurt you too. The memories, the pain of loss, the...
We all know the basic idea that surrounds ‘healthy living’. Eat more vegetables, exercise, get good sleep, and stress-less. A generic formula for the masses, but a formula that’s not always easy to adapt even though it always sits in the back of our minds. The sad truth is that with the buzz surrounding the...
No matter what age, Dementia is a devastating diagnosis. That being said, early-onset Alzheimer’s and dementia is particularly gut-wrenching. As doctors began to see an increase in this diagnosis, scientists began working to figure out why. In a groundbreaking study published in JAMA Neurology, researchers have identified 15 factors that are linked to the risk...
This article was pubished on Januray 15, 2020 and has since been updated. “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day” has been drilled into our brains, much to the chagrin of people who don’t like eating first thing in the morning. Now, those people may rejoice. American TV personality Dr. Mehmet Oz announced...
