Natural Living

Happiness: What It Is, Why It Is Important, and How to Cultivate More of It

What is happiness? And how can you add more to your life? Here’s what research has to say.

Happiness: What It Is, Why It Is Important, and How to Cultivate More of It

What is happiness? And how can you add more to your life? Here’s what research has to say.

Why Your Sleep Needs Change With the Seasons

Having problems sleeping right now? Whether we realize it or not, our sleep needs change with the seasons and sometimes calls for a little bit of naturopathic help to get us through it.

A Primer on Cholesterol, Lipids, and Fats

Knowing about these substances will help you to make your dietary and exercise plans and goals more viable.

5 Incredible Ways You Can Use Hemp

If there is such a thing as a wonder plant, hemp is it. Let’s take a look at a few ways you can start using hemp today.

14 Genius Ways To Recycle Used Coffee Grounds

You’ll never throw your away your used coffee grounds again after seeing just how many things you can do with them!

Nature’s Multivitamin: The Ultimate Guide to Sprouting

Sprouts are what Mother Nature intended for us in terms of additional nutrition. They are low cost, easy to grow and can give you ample dietary nutrition on a daily basis.

DIETARY WELLNESS

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Put These Essential Supplies In Your Pantry Today

Growing herbs and spices to reduce your current grocery bill or to enhance your diet after a disruption in trade is essential for any well-stocked pantry.

How to Make the Most Effective Form of Vitamin C

Fortunately, it is possible to make this fat soluble vitamin at home, and it isn’t as difficult as you might think.

Beyond the Pumpkin: 56 Fall Farm Finds

Pumpkin isn’t the only wonderful food that fall brings. Visit your local farmers’ market and you’ll find a beautiful array of nutritious produce this time of year.

What’s Your Annual Radiation Dose?

Everyone is so concerned about radiation levels increasing due to the disaster in Japan. Ironically, we absorb radiation everyday. Knowing the proper levels of radiation we are exposed to each year can help us stay healthier.

PHYSICAL WELLNESS

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Stay in Shape: How to Winterize Your Home Gym

Don’t stop physically training just because it is cold outside. Here are some tips for taking the bite out of frigid outdoor workouts.

Minutes a Day: How Stretching Improves Your Physical Wellness

Stretching is a form of gentle massage for your major muscle groups and important to do before you exercise for the same reasons. It oxygenates the muscles you’re going to use, and at the same time prepares those muscles prior to doing work with them.

5 Tips That Will Turn You Into an Amazing Runner

There are some very basic techniques that you can apply to vastly improve your ability to run, and most people are never taught them.

Are Your Food Allergies Silently Making You Fat?

According to medical studies, it is estimated that over 60% of the population suffers from one form of food allergies or sensitivities.

HERBS AND SUPPLEMENTS

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5 Easy Ways To Boost Your Immune System Naturally During Cold And Flu Season

Not everyone is on board with the flu shot once winter rolls around. If you are one of those who doesn’t want to get the shot, this guide is for you! It is possible to boost your immune system naturally and give your body the extra edge this cold and flu season without getting the controversial shot.

3 Easy Ways to Take Herbal Tinctures and Help the Medicine Go Down

Tinctures bypass the need to digest entire herbs in the gut and are easily absorbed by the body. Because they are concentrated, the taste leaves a lot to be desired. Here are 3 easy ways to dilute the flavor and help the medicine go down.

Natural Remedies You Can Use To Help with Workouts

There is no “quick fix” for your physical conditioning, but proper diet, exercise, and recovery will give you the start on the path toward wellness.

Old Fashioned Horehound Cough Drops

When over-the-counter cough drops aren’t helping, you may need a more natural remedy to get to the source of the ailment. This horehound recipe is made with loving care using all-natural ingredients like horehound, peppermint, and honey.

NATURAL MEDICINE

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Prevent Colds and Flu Naturally with These 10 Immune Boosting Tips

Help give your body the edge it needs to fight off illness by trying these 10 immune-boosting tips.

Immune Boosting Bone Broth {recipes included}

That savory tonic infused with fresh vegetables and herbs really does do a body good. In fact, it’s backed by science. Use these recipes today and start enjoying the health benefits from this ancient diet food.

Homemade Slippery Elm Cough Elixir

Made from all natural ingredients, slippery elm cough elixir is easy to make, tastes good, and gets to the heart of a sore throat or cough.

Balance Hormones Naturally With Herbal Tinctures

Balancing your hormones may seem like an uphill battle, especially for women going through menopause and men who have prostate concerns. But with the use of all natural and holistic herbal tinctures, your hormone troubles could be a thing of the past!

BATH AND BODY

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Soap Making: A Beginner’s Tutorial

Soap making is a wonderful way to bring out your creative spirit. When making soap from scratch it is best to familiarize yourself with terminology and soap making methods before embarking on this essential skill.

Treat Yourself: Why Herbal Tea Baths Could Be the New Healthy Bath Time Ritual + Recipes

Everyone deserves a calming and stress-free life, however, that’s not the reality in which any of us live. Stress happens. Life happens. But when it does, an herbal tea bath could be the soothing ritual needed to unwind.