April 15th, 2009 
melissa Spring time brings long-awaited blossoms after bare months of winter, but along with beauty comes the misery of allergy season for many people. Allergies can be frustrating, affecting the quality of life and productivity at work or home, school studies or athletic pursuits.
Many people find that natural remedies can be the answer. (more…)
February 3rd, 2009 melissa
Yes, it’s that time of year again known as flu season. Although we may compulsively pump the hand sanitizer and turn our head when someone coughs or sneezes in our direction, we still seem to catch something every winter. Prevention is not only about avoiding germs. Attention to food choices, how we react to stress, and what we do in our free time all play a part in keeping our immune system strong. There are several habits that you can incorporate into your daily routine to prevent these viruses and stay healthy this season. (more…)
December 3rd, 2008 melissa
The holidays are fast approaching and for many women, especially those with acne prone skin, they’re dreaded because of the confines of friends and family gatherings. The natural inclination is to apply loads of concealer and foundation over blemishes to hide them from close examination. However, most foundations on the market are ridden with oils, chemicals, preservatives and other pore clogging ingredients used to stabilize the formula. (more…)
October 18th, 2008 melissa There are many things that the average person does on a daily basis, that others who have adopted habits of holistic living have eliminated from or added to their life. These people really do look younger and say that they definitely feel younger. After interviewing several people that I have observed living a holistic lifestyle, I decided to make a list of things that they “do” and “do not” maintain in their daily lives.
October 18th, 2008 melissa Oh, the holidays! Family dinners, neighborhood get-togethers and office parties are full of stress and festive fare. The last thing on anybody’s wish list this season is higher blood pressure, elevated cholesterol levels, or weight gain. Here are a few tips to help you reduce the negative impact of holiday celebrations on your health.
October 1st, 2008 admin October 1st, 2008 admin According to a U.S. EPA advisory, “Long-term health effects from repeated exposure to polluted air include some respiratory diseases, heart disease and cancer.”
The advisory is found on the EPA website at www.epa.gov/iaq and adds, “It is prudent to improve indoor air quality in your home, even when symptoms are not yet noticeable” (emphasis added).
September 29th, 2008 admin Curse this house
If you thought your home was a haven from life’s hazards, think again. Rebecca Renner sneaks a look at the demons lurking in your carpet.
IT’S PLAYTIME at Emma’s house. Children in constant motion seem to be everywhere–under the dining room table, playing with toys, hugging the dog. Oops, Emma’s eating Cheerios off the carpet and Johnny’s licking the coffee table. Johnny, who is two, may put 76 things in his mouth in the course of an hour–toys, his fingers, someone else’s fingers –a recent study is covered. Emma, who is four, has more self-control, but she may still put 38 things in her mouth every hour. Their parents might not stop to think about it, but Emma and Johnny, like all kids, are little guinea pigs testing the toxicity of whatever pollutants are in their home. (more…)
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