Why spend so much money purchasing products you could make at home yourself with something that’s supposed to be thrown away? Oranges are awesome fruits with amazing health benefits and a lot of people love to eat them in a variety of ways, subsequently tossing loads and loads of peels in the trash. Well, you...
Peppermint oil is one of the most widely used essential oils, found in everything from candy canes to chewing gum, to toothpaste. Beyond its good smell and unique, refreshing taste, however, peppermint essential oil has a number of benefits for your health. While some of these uses you may already know, there are many uses...
In the quest for a safe and effortless way to achieve a sun-kissed tan, people have tried various methods, from tanning beds to sunless tanners. However, a recent influencer claim caught the attention of many, suggesting that eating three carrots a day can give you a natural tan. This has of course left many people...
When you think about rosemary, you may imagine those dried, spikey bits that you find in the spice aisle at your local grocery store. While not everyone loves the dried stuff, however, fresh rosemary makes a very aromatic and flavourful addition to many dishes and has been a popular herb in the kitchen for many...
The worst thing about being over the age of 11 is definitely pimples. They are gross, greasy and in some cases very painful. However, out the many things they are, the one thing pimples are not is unavoidable. The simple truth is, if you want to avoid an onslaught of blemishes all you really need...
Most people assume that sagging breasts is an unavoidable part of aging and that there is nothing that can be done to prevent it. Although most people do lose the perkiness as they age, there are plenty of ways to stop the severity. Read on as we debunk 5 common myths about sagging breasts and a...
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or ‘acid reflux’ as it is more commonly called, is the medical way of describing heartburn. Actually, heartburn is a symptom of acid reflux or GERD, a problem that affects 50% of Americans. [1] Read on to learn some simple acid reflux remedies you can make (or do) at home. Heard...
It’s no surprise that we damage our hair on a near-daily basis. Even if you don’t use a ton of products or heat, hair can be damaged from exposure to sunlight, and chemicals that we come into contact with like chlorine in pools. Unfortunately, hair damage is often unavoidable, especially if you need to employ...
Those first signs of wrinkle lines are a rude awakening that our youthful skin is bidding us farewell. Aging is an inevitable process of life, and while we can’t reverse time, the good news is that we CAN do something about it. Unlike the cosmetic manufacturers that try to make the public believe their youth...
Ready to make a soothing muscle rub for back pain that is all-natural and chemical-free? Well, great. Today I am going to share with you a homemade, soothing muscle rub that is easy and fairly quick to make at home—many of these things you may already have in your kitchen. And the few you don’t,...
Have you ever heard of the burdock plant? With some parts of the plant being edible, it has been used for a long time, both for food and medicine. While there are numerous benefits to the plant, the root of the burdock plant is arguably the most powerful part. This is everything you should know...
That time of year is coming, and the bugs are biting! As summer arrives and you venture outside for more adventurous activities, you will become a snack for mosquitoes and other equally annoying bugs. My kids and I seem to be mosquito magnets, so getting relief from bites is a must for us. Using the power...
