Is Rescue Remedy Effective?
Bill GreenbaumRescue Remedy when used on most dogs has a very good effect taking the edge of your very excited pet. We do have other calming herbals in our line such as Tranquility Blend from Animal Essentials in Montana, and they work brilliantly too. But what I like about Rescue Remedy specifically is that it works for both me and my dog so I can kill to birds with one stone when I take it with m...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Healthy Pets | Healthy LivingNutritional Supplements – they’re not all alike
Naturally Better KidsYesterday, a comment was posted on my facebook page as follows: Did you know that 95% of our vitamins and minerals are chemically produced and synthetic, made from coal tar and petroleum? Only 1% of people taking them know this yet we are putting these toxic substances in our families! Ill be the first to agree that much of what is marketed to us as supple...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | General WellnessLavera Organic Makeup
Organic Beauty SourceWhile I am not an avid foundation wearer, I have tried the Lavera foundation and tinted moisturizer, and do like to use them in the winter. My favorite, and daily use, Lavera makeup products are the eyeliners and mascara. LOVE Lavera Mascara! But back to the Lavera Foundation. This one has a light and creamy consistency, sheer coverage, and it does not dry out the skin. the Tinted...
Read more...CategoriesNatural ProductsFinding Glee in All-Natural Chewing Gum
Go Dairy FreeAlisa Fleming ~ Did you know that not all chewing gum is dairy-free? In some of their gums, Trident uses Recaldent, a patented ingredient that is derived from milk (more specifically casein, or milk protein) and amorphous calcium phosphate. This complex of casein phosphopeptides is said to help rebuild and strengthen tooth enamel. This still leaves quite a few dairy-free brands to cho...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicBeeswax In Skin Care Products
Natural Health EzineBeeswax is a natural ingredient that has several therapeutic properties. You can find it in skincare products such as lip balms, butters and lotions; centuries ago, before the development of paraffin candles, beeswax candles were commonplace too. Today, churches still use beeswax candles. If you are making your own natural skincare products, you might want to first understand a li...
Read more...CategoriesEating Well | Natural and Organic | Natural ProductsLove Life. Live Clean: EO Giveaway!
Eco Child's PlayWe love EO! It is a brand I have trusted ever since I discovered the evils of sodium lauryl sulfate (and my sons skin reactions to it). We are sharing of love of EO with our readers by hosting a great giveaway. You could win: Liquid Hand Soap Peppermint Tea Tree: Our extremely mild and richly foaming formula deeply cleanses and nourishes even the most sensitive ...
Read more...CategoriesNatural and Organic | Natural ProductsNatural First Aid Kit for Vacations
Natural Health EzineVacations and travel can bring up all sorts of unexpected health problems, depending on where you are traveling; however, you can prepare yourself for several common nuisances that may other wise disrupt your hard-earned vacation time by preparing an aromatherapy first aid kit before you leave home. Use essential oils, such as lavender, lemon and ginger to treat minor vacation ill...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicDifference Between Cocoa Butter and Shea
Natural Health EzineCocoa butter and shea butter are two popular ingredients that are used as bases in many natural skincare products. Although people often confuse the two products, they are in fact extracted from two very different trees. The chemical composition and uses of the final skincare product are very similar but it is useful to understand the source and chemical composition of both cocoa butter and...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicMountain Rose Herbs and Epicurean Organics
Eco DivaAs a fellow foodie, I know you will appreciate my love of discovering new spices and oils to add to my concoctions. My latest discovery is a brand called Mountain Rose Herbs and their Epicurean Organics, With a fabulous array of gourmet spices, salts and oils there are a million things to love about this brand. The Brand This is a story that has its roots in the love of h...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicCold Relief Herbal Soak
Natural Holistic HealthUse the following combinations of herbs for the fighting off a cold: * 4 parts dried lavendar * 4 parts dried rosemary * 4 parts chopped fresh ginger root or 2 parts ginger powder * 2 parts dried eucalyptus Use 1/2 cup of dried herbs or one to two cups of fresh herbs. Crush the herbs first to release their essential oils. Mix the herbs and tie them into...
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Eco Luxe Yoga Mat Giveaway
Eco DivaWhen I began practicing yoga, nearly 20 years ago now, I did not have my very own yoga mat. I tended to use the ones that the studio provided. ...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicKitchy And Unique Green Gift Ideas For Dads
Eco DivaWhenever I give gifts I love to think of ways to give things that Ive either made myself or a local vendor who has made some...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicTea Trea Oil: My Favorite Natural Cure All
Simply Heatlhy FamilyFirst, the disclaimer. The information in this post is meant as a guideline and to be informativeonly. I am not a doctor and this is not meant to...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicScotch Naturals Eco-Friendly Nail Polish
Organic Beauty SourceSince our toes are on display all season long it is nice to keep them looking tip top. But conventional polish is full of nasty ingredients. No...
Read more...CategoriesNatural and Organic | Natural ProductsIt’s A Green Smoothie Morning
Eco DivaEach morning I make a green smoothie to start my day in a healthy way. I am always looking for fun variations on my base recipe of a big ha...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicBee Free Honee
Little House of VeggiesBee Free Honee! Happy Monday! I havent been able to post up a new recipe for a few weeks due to a broken camera but it is back and this week ...
Read more...CategoriesNatural and Organic | Natural ProductsNew High-tech Mosquito Repellants
Natural Health NewsDEET is the go-to bug repellent, but it does have its drawbacks from the Chicago Tribune where I used to work as an editor and proofreader man...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicHow to Choose a Natural Sunscreen
Deliciously OrganicIts good to be in the sun each day without sunscreen for a limited time to increase production of vitamin D. But what about those times we want to b...
Read more...CategoriesNatural and Organic | Natural ProductsWool-Nature’s Eco Material
Green StampOne of the basic tenants of being eco-friendly and looking for green products is the use of natural materials. Unlike man-made materials such as polyeste...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicA Few Favorite And Beautiful Reusable Bags
Eco DivaEach day we strive to be more eco-friendly, but without adding stress to our lives. Going green shouldnt mean living a life that is full of must...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and Organic6 Eco friendly iPad Cases Aimed at Women
Eco DivaWomen love their gadgets and they also love to keep them well protected. Many prefer Earth friendly options when it comes time to dress up their belo...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicEco Products and Health
Green StampWhile saving energy and buying eco products around the home is great for the environment and can save money, being eco-friendly has other b...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicConventional Cotton vs Organic Cotton
Over CoffeeMy daughter and I recently reviewed a 100% cotton T-shirt from Go Baby.com. While reading about Go Babys organic line I learned that: Organical...
Read more...CategoriesNatural and Organic | Natural ProductsNew Mineral Sunscreens for Summer
Organic Beauty SourceSchool is out and it is now officially summer. Though the weather is still a bit on the cool side here for summer, it is still time for sunscreen. ...
Read more...CategoriesNatural and Organic | Natural ProductsThe Best Herbal Remedies for Anxiety
Natural Holistic HealthAnxiety disorders are the most common of all mental health disorders and affect the lives of millions of people every year, including approximately 19 mi...
Read more...CategoriesNatural and Organic | Natural ProductsOrganic Cosmetics Review -- Artisan Naturals
Organic Beauty SourceAs promised, I am sharing with you reviews of at least one product or brand each week. Trying new products is definitely one of the perks of being a be...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicSome Eco Products for the Kitchen
Green StampThe kitchen is perhaps the busiest room in the home. With all that cooking, laundry, tea-making and cleaning, the kitchen is also one of the highest ener...
Read more...CategoriesNatural and Organic | Natural ProductsNew Mineral Sunscreen Hits the Market
Organic Beauty SourceYou know that new line of mineral sunscreens I told you about in my Natural Mineral Sunscreen Guide? Well, you can now order them at True Natural Co...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicThe Beekeeper's Bible (and a recipe for beeswax crayons)
Progressive PioneerThe Beekeepers Bible is the ONLY book you will ever need on beekeeping, or anything remotely related to bees, for that matter. I was so thrilled ...
Read more...CategoriesNatural and Organic | Natural ProductsShea Moisture
Organic Beauty SourceDont you love Super Target? It is one of my favorite places to shop because you can get almost anythingfrom office supplies, to food, to kids clothes. And ev...
Read more...CategoriesNatural and Organic | Natural ProductsOrganic Cosmetics Review -- 21 Drops
Organic Beauty SourceHow is your spring going? While it is so wonderful to get outside, smell the fresh air, and see blooms and greenspring can have its pitfalls. Dont g...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicMuface Daily Moisturizing Complex
Organic Beauty SourceAs you may have read here before, I love a great facial oil. And this one has an amazing story to go along with it. You have surely read the aw...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicArtisan Bread Favors
Something GreenLooking for some favor inspiration suitable for all your foodie friends? Treat each guest to a small loaf of artisan bread! When left out for gue...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicTips Help You Begin Your Organic Lifestyle
Natural Health EzineThe organic route to a healthier and more sustainable way of life is reached by many different paths. Every organic enthusiast I know comes at it from a ...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicNatural Mineral Sunscreen Guide-Summer 2011
Organic Beauty SourceSunscreen season is upon us. And that means the annual dilemma of figuring out which sunscreen is healthiest, safest, provides the most protection, ...
Read more...CategoriesNatural and Organic | Natural Products5 Foods That Make Great Beauty Products
Natural Health EzineIn my pursuit of an organic lifestyle, I often think of the mantra associated with cosmetics multi-millionaire Helena Rubinstein - Dont put anything on y...
Read more...CategoriesNatural Products | Natural and OrganicOrganic Cosmetics Review -- Skincando
Organic Beauty SourceOh, how I love it when spring arrives. The fresh air, the lovely colorful blossoms, the fact that summer is the next season. But with spring comes m...
Read more...CategoriesNatural and Organic | Natural ProductsSkincando
Organic Beauty SourceOh, how I love it when spring arrives. The fresh air, the lovely colorful blossoms, the fact that summer is the next season. But with spring comes m...
Read more...CategoriesNatural and Organic | Natural ProductsTerraCycle's All Purpose Cleaner
Over CoffeePrior to my blogging hiatus TerraCycle had sent me a bottle of their All Purpose Cleaner to try out. Since using it the first time it has becom...
Read more...CategoriesNatural and Organic | Natural ProductsHome Garden Natural Repellants
Natural Health EzineCommercial garden pesticides contain lethal and toxic chemicals that impose many health risks; as an alternative, you can use many different plants as na...
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