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Have you been unknowingly increasing your cancer risks for the sake of beauty? It depends on what beauty products you use. Some studies show certain beauty products used at salons may be linked to cancer. But don’t cancel your beauty appointment just yet. Instead, our health experts advise that you get informed and take proper [...]
The herb called Holy Basil: Findings from many investigations (but mostly with animals with the belief that humans have similar result) find holy basil might have some effects as a painkiller, a COX-II anti-inflammatory agent, an antioxidant, and as a treatment for bacterial, fungal and even viral infections. There is also evidence (again, only from [...]
According to Dr. Ben Kim, a Holistic Practitioner in Canada that I follow, this nasty compound called Acrylamide is found in so much of what we eat. He pointed out that after studying the story regarding Dan Gorske, the man who ate only McDonalds for one year, that was particularly interesting is that he almost [...]
Recently the news has been a buzz on the dangerous chemicals found in common makeup products. Some products banned in Europe for their poisonous ingredients are still available and commonly bought in the United States! Why are big makeup companies allowed to add chemicals to their products that can hurt you? So what ingredients should [...]
As St. Patrick’s Day approaches, The Nature Conservancy urges people to think beyond shamrocks, leprechauns and green beer — and to think green about our environment. You’ll save some “green,” too by following these energy-saving tips. Go native. Replace part of your lawn with native plants and trees that support and attract butterflies, bees and [...]
Deciding whether or not to splurge on the cost of buying organic foods can be a confusing decision and if so, what should you buy organic? Well, there are now many studies that are confirming exactly what natural health practitioners have been so incensed about, which is the effect of pesticides being used in traditional [...]
Did you know that the air inside your home is probably more polluted than the air outside? The average home contains 62 toxic chemicals swirling around and comfortably settling in your carpet, on your pillow, and on your toothbrush. Clear out the chemicals with condiments from your pantry. (Reprinted from PlanetGreen.com) 1. Cheap and Easy [...]
We all use deodorant (or at least, we should be). But are the ingredients in your favorite, tried and true deodorant hurting you? What is organic deodorant anyway and how is it any different than Secret or Dove brand? There are a few differences in organic versus regular deodorant. Organic deodorant sold at local organic [...]
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