Lifestyle
Finding The Perfect Eco Spring Break Getaway
If there are two words in the English language that can perk up an ear, theyre definitely: Spring. Break. Who doesnt love finding respite on a sunny beach, sipping cool (ahem) lemonades and watching the sunset? That time away is a much-needed reset button that can transf...
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Can I Wash Veggies With Hydrogen Peroxide?
Q: I heard a way to clean veggies is spraying them with hydrogen peroxide. Is this true?A: Yes, its true! In fact, you can use food grade hydrogen peroxide alone. The method I use is soaking rather than spraying. It takes a little longer but provides a more thorough clean...
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How Can I Get My Family To Eat Vegetables?
Q: My family won’t eat vegetables. It’s very frustrating and we end up throwing a lot of food away. Help! – DebbyA: While we’d like our family members to appreciate their value, there are so many reasons why people won’t eat vegetables. Most of those reasons have no...
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How Can I Avoid Waking In The Night?
Q: I often awaken in the middle of the night and have trouble getting back to sleep. Any suggestions for staying asleep? A: Most people lying awake in the middle of the night find that their mind is racing, so many assume that their sleeplessness is caused by stre...
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How do I know if a food is gluten free?
Q: How do I know if a food or product is gluten free? I've heard that gluten can be hidden in foods where you would least expect it? A: In addition to being a naturally-occurring ingredient in most grains and starches, gluten is also used as a thickener and filler in packag...
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Hypnotherapy Question
Q: Dear Dr. Rona,How do you feel about Hypnotherapy...specifically in regards to past life regression?Do you have anyone who you recommend?A: It's an interesting phenomenon but I never refer patients for that. I also do not know of anyone who does that as a therapy. I sugg...
Read more... How Can I Mask The Vinegar Smell of Cleaners?
Q: I prefer to use vinegar to clean glass surfaces rather than commercial cleaning products, but I don’t like the odor it leaves behind. Is there a safe way to mask the vinegar smell?A: Here’s an easy recipe for a homemade glass cleaner: In a spray bottle, combine 1 cup of whit...
Read more...How Do You Make Home-Made Moisturizer?
Q. Do you have a recipe for a home-made moisturizer? A: Try these recipes to soften a dry complexion: Make a moisturizing mask by combining a lightly scrambled egg yolk, a few drops of lime juice, and 1/2 teaspoon olive oil. Spread over your face, and leave it on until the mask d...
Read more...How Can I Clean My Silverware Naturally?
Q. How can I clean my silverware naturally? - MB A: You can polish silver with common household ingredients. You'll need: Tinfoil 2 cups boiling water toothpaste a glass pot or pan 1-2 tbsp. baking soda 1 tsp. salt Line the glass pan or pot with tinfoil. Add the baki...
Read more...Natural Fiber Websites
Q. Can you recommend some websites that have clothes made of natural fibers? My son-in law and daughter live in England and are vegan. - Ruby A: Clothing made from natural and organic fibers are available at Whole Foods Market. To view a list of stores in the UK, click here. Mo...
Read more...Can Organic Hair Products Help My Curly Hair?
Q. I have naturally curly hair and I wondered would it make a difference if I switched to organic hair products and would it help my hair? - Shytytana A: Products containing organic ingredients will not likely change the texture of your hair, however, chemicals and alcohol from c...
Read more...What is the best topical product for athlete’s foot?
Q. Can you please tell me what the best topical product is, in your opinion, for athlete’s foot? - Jeanette A: I believe fungal infections are best treated with oil of oregano or tea tree oil. Either oil may be applied topically directly to the infection (diluted with some olive ...
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