Converting to a toxin free home takes some time and patience. Once you throw out all the chemical-laden cleaners--it takes some trial and error to find what really works best for you. Here you will find a guide to the natural ingredient "castile soap". You'll also find a few recipes that we've used in...
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The Cleaning Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar
Due to its antimicrobial properties, Apple Cider Vinegar is a fantastic cleaning agent. Raw, unfiltered vinegar contains all the bacteria fighting benefits that most commercial vinegars lack. First, make sure you have a Raw Apple Cider Vinegar with “The Mother” in it. The Mother is a cloudy substance you’ll notice inside of it. We prefer...
How To Unclog A Slow Drain (DIY Drain Unclogger)
DIY Drain Unclogger 8 Cups Boiling Water½ Cup Baking Soda1 Cup Vinegar1 Cup Very Hot Water8 Cups Boiling Water Bring 9 cups of water to a boil.Dump 8 cups of the water down the drain, reserving one cup.Then sprinkle baking soda down into the drain and let it sit for a minute.In the meantime, mix...
Tequila: The Next Miracle Weight Loss Tool
I am often asked about different types of alcohol. Do they have health benefits? Is drinking in moderation ok? Is it bad to have alcohol? How much is too much? Is one kind of drink better than another? As I researched the answers to these questions, I came across some very interesting information about tequila....
Apple Cider Vinegar--- A Natural Tonic
Apple Cider Vinegar has been historically used for centuries. Perhaps beginning around 400 B.C. when Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine used it as a cleansing and healing agent. It is important to know that not all Apple Cider Vinegar is equal. We use Bragg Organic Apple Cider Vinegar which you can usually find at any...
Apple Cider Vinegar-- A Weight Loss Miracle? Fact or Fiction.
Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) has gotten a lot of attention in the world of weight loss. In my research I read story upon story that had me wondering just what ACV can do for our health. The ACV we are referring to is the version that is raw, unpasteurized and contains “the mother”. Not all...
Vinegar-- Friend or Foe?
Is Vinegar a good natural cleaner? That's the question I sent out to answer when researching for this guide on vinegar. We all know that vinegar is a common household staple used for everything from a laundry booster to a condiment to a pickling agent. Vinegar can be a safe natural cleaner with some precautions...
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Borax. Safe or Not?
Borax is another common ingredient you’ll see in DIY recipes. Around our home, we use Borax sparingly because our research has shown that though it’s a naturally occurring mineral, it is not as safe as many of the other options we have. I encourage you to read through the research we did and then do...
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14 Home Uses For Baking Soda
Baking Soda is something we all have somewhere around the house. Whether it's stashed in our baking cabinet or in our fridge. In this guide, we're going to cover 14 Household Uses for Baking Soda. But first.... What exactly is Baking Soda? Baking soda is sodium bicarbonate which is part of the natural mineral natron....
Shocking Truth About Toxins
Most of us know that there are toxic chemicals in our cleaning products. I realized this in 2011 when I started investigating possible culprits for my chronic severe migraines. And, over time, I switched out all of my personal care & cleaning products for real, natural solutions. However, I realize now that I have been walking around...
Natural Therapy for Sore Muscles: Foam Rolling
Have you ever tried foam rolling? Wondering what it is? Foam rolling is a form of self-myofascial release that is commonly used by athletes and physical therapists. It is a form of stretching and muscle therapy that involves the use of a large foam roller. Foam rollers come in various shapes and sizes as you...
Life-Hack: Transform Your Life in 10 minutes per Day
Today, I'm going to share with you one simple life-hack that has transformed my life and the lives of many of my clients. With just an added 10 minutes of effort per day you too can experience: Increased mental clarity Better focus A better mood Better long term heart health Less feelings of anxiety/depression Reduced...
4 Essential Healthy Travel Tips That Have Changed My Life
You're headed out of town and plan to indulge but you don't want your vacation to take you back months of hard work. It's all too easy to fall back into bad habits that can last a lot longer than your vacation time. These simple tips will empower you to take charge of your health...
3 Things About Storytelling You Can’t Control
Today I met Josh. He has 3 kids, is 35 and works in IT; was I looking at myself?. He wants to tell his story but he doesn't know how or if he’s ready to tell that story. I could tell he wants to use his story to help others. Josh wants to help teenagers...
The "No Excuses" Workout
Short on time? Traveling? Need a quick 'pick-me-up' in the middle of your day. Here's my go-to workout for these situations. Turn on your favorite music and warm yourself up. Then get started. Each circuit takes about 5 minutes. For a 10 minute workout: Repeat 2 times For a 20 minute workout: Repeat 4...
Seriously? That's what's in my water?
Is our tap water safe to drink? Is well water safe to drink? This is the question I asked myself as I sat down to research this topic which seemed to be creeping into conversations I've had with my health-coach peers. Many have installed water filtration systems and I knew they had to have good...
Is Microwaving My Food Dangerous? 6 Tips for The Microwave
Perhaps one of the more controversial topics of our time: The Microwave I'm sure you've see the headlines warning against the extremely convenient tool we all have in our kitchens--the microwave. The claim? Microwaving removes the nutrients from our food and is generally harmful to your health. Some sources present convincing evidence that microwaving does...
Why Your Struggle Matters
I was putting away laundry tonight and I had two epiphanies. Have you ever heard that it is harder parenting girls as they age. Maybe you've heard the opposite about boys. My epiphany was this: that is a load of crap. It's not that kids don’t get more challenging to parent as they...
Support Your Health this Winter with Essential Oils
Winter can be a difficult season on your physical and emotional health. The days are shorter, it is cold in most parts of the country, and colds and the flu are more prevalent. During any season there are a few basics that can help to maintain optimal physical and mental health, such as eating healthful...
Making Meal Planning Fun: Theme Nights
Making Meal Planning Fun: Theme Nights By Gina Ralston Get bored with meal planning? Overwhelmed? Try narrowing down and getting creative by creating themed days of the week. With or without kids I think this is something I would get a kick out of doing! Not only does it challenge you to think outside the...
Fitness and Nutrition Goals: Where Do I Start?
When you hear "goal setting", what is the first feeling you have? Mine used to be dread. All I could think about was my end goal, my end weight, how far I wanted to be able to run and how short of a time it would take for me to get there. It was overwhelming, I felt like I...