Hello, my sparkly gems! We spent a lot of time over the past few weeks discussing how you can use natural ingredients, minerals and oils in elixirs, masks and mixtures to absorb their benefits in your body. But what about those elements that are pretty solid on their own? I’m talking about healing stones and […]

Sometimes my stress can manifest in my body as illness or ailments- if you’re anything like me, you’ll love my top five natural healing remedies! Today, we’re going to look outside the traditional first aid kit at some homeopathic and nature-based ways to clean, cleanse and protect your body. That may sound like witchy woo-woo, […]

This week, we’re digging down deep into nature and examining one of the elemental materials of life: carbon. Well, sort of. Get ready for a lesson in charcoal. The activated charcoal benefits to the skin are NUMEROUS. I’m not talking about the kind you get in your Christmas stocking if you’re naughty, or the nuggets […]

Some well known green tea benefits include being high in antioxidants and healing properties, but gentle enough for all types of sensitivities. Similar to red wine, this buzz-free beverage also contains a lot of anti-aging compounds. And according to the Mayo Clinic, green tea lowers blood pressure, reduces cholesterol levels and inflammation, improves bone density […]

Do you know ALL the avocado benefits? You’re about to. 🙂 It’s no secret how I feel about that petite green gem. So learning that September 16th is National Guacamole Day is like seeing one of my favorite actors win an Oscar — well-deserved! Avocado is another versatile, healthy fat that I think everyone needs […]

Coconut is one of the most versatile health foods on the planet, and I personally consider it a superfood. Now, while coconut oil is high in saturated fats, as long as you’re using it in moderation, you can still reap a ton of health benefits from it because there are so many other goodies hidden […]

Are Pumpkin Spice Lattes considered fall seasonal eating? It seems like it’s everywhere already – obviously in coffee drinks, but also in cereals, cookies, nutrition bars, teas, yogurt, gum, even hand soap! While pumpkin spice doesn’t count as seasonal eating (#sorrynotsorrystarbucks), its return is still a nice reminder that as the season changes, so do […]

Hello, my graceful gals and guys! This month, the Worldwide Forgiveness Alliance held a Moment of Calm, two minutes of silence to forgive and send out vibrations of love to the world. It’s such a beautiful notion that there exists an organization dedicated to helping people cultivate the skill (and it is a skill) of […]

Last week, I talked about the importance of taking the toxicity out of your everyday products. Over-the-counter products, no matter what, are going to have some chemicals in them. We’re surrounded by toxic chemicals in our food, furniture and carpets, cookware, electronics, all the way down to our shower curtains! Read on for some natural […]

It’s so easy when you’re busy to just keep pushing through. But while our mind may be frantically focused on making deadlines, keeping appointments and making time for other people, our body is usually trying to slow us back down to a more natural state. Body signals can take a variety of forms. And what […]