Who doesn’t want gorgeous, glowing skin? Many people associate a radiant complexion with good overall health, and they’re right…
Mugwort, aka Artemisia vulgaris, an amazing women's herb used to tonify the reproductive system…
How long are you brushing? The American Dental Association recommends at least brushing for 2 minutes two or more times a day…
You've waited for this gorgeous weather all year long so you could finally get outside and soak up some rays. But is your skin as ready as you are?…
Doesn't it seem counter intuitive to apply oil to your face before bed instead of washing it with facial cleanser and then doing a little exfoliation?…
Who doesn’t want gorgeous, glowing skin? Many people associate a radiant complexion with good overall health, and they’re right…
Pumpkins are loaded with natural exfoliating acids and antioxidants which translates into smoother, brighter, glowing skin…
Vitamin C Rich Kiwi & Papaya Mask Mash 1 kiwi with 1/2 of a papaya then add 2 tbsp of honey…
Besides the luxury of the fragrance and the sheer beauty of the delicate petals, I'm amazed at how effective rose hip seed oil is at erasing all those years of careless sunbathing in my teens…
Did you know that the chilly winter air can deplete your skin of moisture resulting in a dull, even dry appearance?…
Horsetail contains high amounts of silica (along with many other goodies) which has been shown to help strengthen weak brittle nails and create a shiny mane when applied topically…
Being immersed in olives for the last month, I couldn't help but write about the endless uses for this magical and nourishing food…
Greek women take full advantage of all the wonderful plants around them like olive trees, chamomile, rosemary, sage, and dittany. Learn their secrets to gorgeous hair!
They use olive oil in everything including their hair.
Avocados, which are also rich in oils and vitamin E are abundant in the country.
Well, first off, the Greek women know that beauty comes from the inside out and their lifestyle is the foundation for glowing skin and a vibrant life…
One of my personal favorite things to do with roses is a hydrosol which refreshes and moisturizes the skin. Give it a try!
In today's society it's now more rare to meet someone without tattoo than with them. The biggest issue now is that people are getting tattoos without knowing what is in the ink that is injected into their skin!
So who hasn't had a bad hair day? As the temperatures increase the air tends to get drier which could mean more frizz but not necessarily...
So my newest morning ritual involves turning the shower to cold at the end as long as I can handle it... right now I'm at 10 seconds…
Activated charcoal has been used for thousands of years to cleanse and detoxify the body…
Propolis is a strong resinous substance from plants, used by bees for sealing hives. You can find sources of Propolis in various regions including Brazil, Australia, Europe, the United States and China…
Papaya is loaded with wonderful antioxidants and enzymes that will exfoliate your skin and give you a healthy vibrant glow…
Strawberries are rich in alpha-hydroxy acids which helps to slough off dead skin cells giving the skin a beautiful glow…
My evening ritual involves taking a bath every night before I go to bed. Bathing relaxes muscles, stimulates…
Pumpkins are loaded with natural exfoliating acids and antioxidants which translates into smoother, brighter, glowing skin…
There are so many people who have chemical sensitivities from synthetic perfumes which can show up as symptoms ranging from headaches to skin rashes..
The most gentle way to rid yourself of toxins is as simple as heat and sweat! By eliminating toxins through your skin…
Vitamin C Rich Kiwi & Papaya Mask Mash 1 kiwi with 1/2 of a papaya then add 2 tbsp of honey…
One of my personal favorite things to do with roses is a hydrosol which refreshes and moisturizes the skin. Give it a try!
Activated charcoal has been used for thousands of years to cleanse and detoxify the body…
Papaya is loaded with wonderful antioxidants and enzymes that will exfoliate your skin and give you a healthy vibrant glow…
Strawberries are rich in alpha-hydroxy acids which helps to slough off dead skin cells giving the skin a beautiful glow…
Pumpkins are loaded with natural exfoliating acids and antioxidants which translates into smoother, brighter, glowing skin…
Besides the lovely scent of these delicate petals, roses can be used topically as a toner because of its light astringent properties.
3 parts which hazel extract
1 part distilled water
fresh organically grown rose petals
There are so many amazing natural beauty treatments you can do by going to your local grocery store and picking up some produce…
Every girl should keep an extra cucumber in the fridge just in case it might be needed to decrease inflammation around the eyes after a long night. Cucumbers contain a high amount of ascorbic acid which can help prevent water retention and when placed over the eyes they reduce the puffiness and add a calm cooling touch.
Mugwort, aka Artemisia vulgaris, an amazing women's herb used to tonify the reproductive system…
Guess what time it is?! ... Its Osteoporosis awareness month which affects ALL of us gals…
Did you know that about 79 million Americans are currently infected with HPV! About 14 million people become newly infected each year…
We are blessed with the gift of fertility and even if your not ready for little ones running around, getting to know your body and cycle is very important to tune into your feminine wisdom…
Imagine a refreshing cup of white tea infused with fresh peaches and a hint of mint while reading your usual morning blog or perhaps a cup of chamomile tea with a pinch of lemon while taking an evening bath…
Tea is the most consumed beverage in the world but do we really know how to optimize the flavor and the nutrients out of each brew? …
There is nothing better than to sip a relaxing tea in the evening and let all your worries escape while you ease the tension of a long day…
Burrrrr! It's time to stock your pantry full of warming herbs that give you that extra cozy feeling…
As the temperatures drop there's nothing more inviting than a warm cup of tea to snuggle up with next to the fire…
Since white tea is the closest to its natural state during the cultivation process it contains more potent antioxidants than any other tea…
It's a $5 billion dollar industry and 1 in every 5 Americans are currently taking at least one supplement or vitamin…
It's the most ancient form of healing documented… We are coming back full circle, understanding that by isolating a single chemical within a plant destroys the inherent intelligence of the whole to work in brilliant complexity.
Making olive oil is both an art and a science. Besides sourcing the best organic, non-GMO olives, there's many other standards that must be taken into account.
Do you find yourself fatigued most of the day? Sometimes the cause of fatigue can be due to mitochondrial dysfunction…
Flower Essences are one of my all-time favorite energetic treatment modalities because it is very low force yet can have profound effects! Flower Essences can be used to rebalance the emotional & energetic state of the body and help with common complaints from anxiety to emotional eating.
These yellow and black buzzers have a huge job to do in our eco system and they certainly don’t get the appreciation they deserve…
Medicinal mushrooms have a profound healing power, and were used thousands of years ago by the Greeks, Egyptians, and Chinese as a means to promote longevity…
Are you confused about where to get your fish oils? Should you just simply eat fish... but what about the heavy metals?…
Magnolia bark (Magnolia officialis) has been shown to lower cortisol, the stress hormone. Increased cortisol occurs from chronic stress and is also associated with weight gain…
No, I'm not referring to hallucinogenic mushrooms! I'm talking about the endless benefits of medicinal mushrooms used for healing and optimal living…
Gymnema sylvestre aka "the sugar destroyer" is a powerful herb that reduces the perception of sweetness inside the mouth and seems to increase the perception of bitterness by neural inhibition…
Gemmotherapy is pretty amazing! It's technically a form of botanical medicine but it uses only the buds and young shoots of trees (also the rootlets, bark, catkins, seeds, and sap…
Echinacea is one of the most well-known plants for fighting colds because it is effective for both viruses and bacteria all while stimulating the immune system…
This is my favorite plant of all time! You might recognize this plant by the other name Siberian Ginseng…
Aloe Vera is a very versatile plant since its different parts are able to treat many aliments of the body both internally and externally…
Vitamin D is very important for many of our bodies functions and it's actually considered a hormone.
A recent study reported that 36% of adults are actually deficient in the United States!
We can get it naturally by spending 10 to 15 minutes in sunshine three times weekly with it shining on the skin of your face, arms, back, or legs (without sunscreen).
Many people who are further away from the equator might have to supplement with vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) during the winter months to keep levels optimal.
A little preparation before that big event could be just the thing to solve that morning hangover…
This algae is considered one of the most nutritionally complete of all food supplements, containing a rich supply of many important nutrients…
Tea tree (Malaleuca alternifolia) essential oil is a strong antibacterial and antimicrobial agent that has been used by Aborigine tribes for thousands of years. When applied externally it is used to fight fungus, bacteria, and viruses, but it's most impressive part is that it can effectively fight a number of infections that are resistant to some antibiotic medications! Clearly nature knows what it's doing.
Vitex (Chasteberry) is a wonderful woman's plant because it works on normalizing progesterone levels in the body through the endocrine system…
Imagine a refreshing cup of white tea infused with fresh peaches and a hint of mint while reading your usual morning blog or perhaps a cup of chamomile tea with a pinch of lemon while taking an evening bath…
You've waited for this gorgeous weather all year long so you could finally get outside and soak up some rays. But is your skin as ready as you are?…
Doesn't it seem counter intuitive to apply oil to your face before bed instead of washing it with facial cleanser and then doing a little exfoliation?…
Pumpkins are loaded with natural exfoliating acids and antioxidants which translates into smoother, brighter, glowing skin…
Mud & peat baths offer many therapeutic benefits from detoxification to immune stimulation…
Besides the luxury of the fragrance and the sheer beauty of the delicate petals, I'm amazed at how effective rose hip seed oil is at erasing all those years of careless sunbathing in my teens…
Burrrrr! It's time to stock your pantry full of warming herbs that give you that extra cozy feeling…
Did you know that the chilly winter air can deplete your skin of moisture resulting in a dull, even dry appearance?…
Being immersed in olives for the last month, I couldn't help but write about the endless uses for this magical and nourishing food…
You don't have to go to a spa and spend thousands of dollars to get the benefits of mud! Why not simply go to the source?…
Greek women take full advantage of all the wonderful plants around them like olive trees, chamomile, rosemary, sage, and dittany. Learn their secrets to gorgeous hair!
They use olive oil in everything including their hair.
Avocados, which are also rich in oils and vitamin E are abundant in the country.
Well, first off, the Greek women know that beauty comes from the inside out and their lifestyle is the foundation for glowing skin and a vibrant life…
One of my personal favorite things to do with roses is a hydrosol which refreshes and moisturizes the skin. Give it a try!
Seawater is amazing for your body... it even contains the same 84 vital elements found in the human body from vitamins, minerals, salt, and amino acids…
Activated charcoal has been used for thousands of years to cleanse and detoxify the body…
Propolis is a strong resinous substance from plants, used by bees for sealing hives. You can find sources of Propolis in various regions including Brazil, Australia, Europe, the United States and China…
Okay, maybe this is a little easier said than done! To create a lasting change in your diet slowly integrate more fresh foods into your diet…
Sometimes the most potent cure for the common cold is right in front of us! Onion ear muffs are great for fighting ear infections while a carrot poultice can soothe a sore throat…
My evening ritual involves taking a bath every night before I go to bed. Bathing relaxes muscles, stimulates…
Pumpkins are loaded with natural exfoliating acids and antioxidants which translates into smoother, brighter, glowing skin…
Imagine a refreshing cup of white tea infused with fresh peaches and a hint of mint while reading your usual morning blog or perhaps a cup of chamomile tea with a pinch of lemon while taking an evening bath…