Apple Cider Vinegar Every wellness parent has heard of Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) at some point or another. Whether it is a recommendation to help to naturally relieve a fever or congestion while steaming or adding to a humidifier, Apple…
The Essentials of Sleep
We should spend over a third of our lives sleeping, but many don’t understand the significance or importance of getting a good night’s rest. The majority of people are not aware that less than 5 hours of sleep per night…
All About Eggs
All About Eggs About 40 years ago it was determined that excessive cholesterol in the diet was a public health concern. Specifically, it was thought that there was a causal link between consuming cholesterol-laden foods and an increased risk of…
Gardening For Wellness
Soothing, relaxing and peaceful – gardening is a wonderful way to spend your free time. The benefits are numerous: family time, healthier vegetable options for the family, fresh air and exercise, plus a successful garden can be an achievement for the entire family. Of…
Food and Your Mood
We all know that the food we eat is the fuel our body uses to get through the day but what many don’t know is that the quality of that food may actually affect our mood. Caffeine jitters or a sugar rush are…
Cleaning Green
Cleaning Green Walk down the cleaning products aisle at your local grocery store and it may be a bit overwhelming. There is a cleaning product for every surface of your home and rarely will they be recommended for use in…
Help for Allergies in Children
As the flowers start to bloom and the sun starts to shine we find ourselves outside at the parks and for some the start of what is known as the allergy season. For some kids that means runny noses, sneezing,…
Allopathic verses Holistic
Making the best decisions for your family is becoming more challenging. With access to billions of articles on the internet talking about the different health care options available (some written by wise and counseled professionals and others no so much)…
Fermented Foods
Processed and packaged foods are increasingly a major part of the Western Diet. Even foods that are grown (corn, wheat, lettuce, etc.) or raised (beef, pork, chicken, etc.) are no longer what they used to be. Due to pesticides, herbicides…
Flu Shot
Typically anticipated to start in the fall months and peak in January or February, the “flu season” is always accompanied by signs in pharmacies and doctors’ offices promoting the vaccine. Your local pharmacy’s automated answering service may start with a…