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Emmy Schneider-Green | February 16, 2019

These 7 Documentaries on Netflix Will Inspire You to Become Your Healthiest Self

TV binges don’t typically do much for our health. But binge on these 7 food + health documentaries on Netflix and get inspired to live your healthiest life!
Emmy Schneider-Green | February 7, 2019

Seasonal Depression is Real! Here Are 5 Effective Ways to Improve Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), can turn winter into a nightmare. Here’s how to kick seasonal depression to the curb with tips you may not have tried.
G John Cole | January 31, 2019

These 8 Tips Will Trick You Into Drinking More Water Every Day (Visual Guide)

You know water’s good for you and you know you should drink a lot. But do you just not? Here’s how to drink more water . . . follow this visual guide!
Jennifer Pansa | January 25, 2019

FINALLY! A Fact-Based Guide to Essential Oils: Expert Jennifer Pansa Shares Everything You Need to Know

Essential oils can be magically helpful in numerous different ways. But what are essential oils? Find out here and learn all about essential oil uses!

Sahara Rose | May 22, 2018

Banish Bloating Fast With Ayurveda (Learn How From an Expert)

Ayurveda has many tips and tricks to ease bloating within the body. Learn a natural remedy for bloating for each Ayurvedic dosha, or mind-body type, here.
Morgan Casavant | May 19, 2018

5 Common Health Claims, Myths, Lies, and Half-Truths Debunked

Incorrect health claims are widespread these days (we're looking at you, local honey!). Here's the truth about 5 common health myths, lies, and half-truths.
Ashton August | May 18, 2018

Allergies Got You Down? Try These 7 Ways to Make Your Home Allergen-Free

Our homes can carry countless allergens that create or contribute to your allergies. Learn 7 easy, natural ways to keep your home allergen-free.
Morgan Casavant | May 12, 2018

15 Uses For Rolled Oats We Bet You’ve Never Thought Of

Put down the oatmeal. Rolled oats have so much more untapped potential that you’re not using them for! Here are 15 ways to use rolled oats beyond oatmeal.
Christina Joy | May 8, 2018

How to Harness Healing Energy For Peace, Health and Happiness

Healing energy is your ability to calm anxiety, reduce sadness, and clear your mind. Here’s how to tap into this energy for peace, health, and happiness.
AquaTru | April 30, 2018

7 Surprising Facts About Bottled Water – Is It Really Clean?

Is bottled water safe? There are many facts about bottled water that will make you think twice before you reach for it next time.
Morgan Casavant | April 24, 2018

Here Are 25 Surprising Uses for Hydrogen Peroxide – You Haven’t Used it Like This Before

It’s time to dig the hydrogen peroxide out from the back of your medicine cabinet. We’re giving it a new purpose with these 25 surprising uses.
Krysta Shannon | April 19, 2018

5 Secret Health Benefits of Mushrooms You Need to Know

Mushrooms are powerful, natural medicine that the earth provides to us, but not many people know about the many health benefits of mushrooms.
Morgan Casavant | April 13, 2018

I’m Vegan to Help Save the Planet – Here Are the Environmental Benefits of a Vegan Diet

Did you know a vegan diet is good for the planet? Learn all about the environmental benefits of a vegan diet - a great way to help Mother Earth!
Vasanti Health | April 11, 2018

All Copper ‘Errything – 10 Impressive Health Benefits of Copper

Humans have been using copper and have known about the health benefits of copper since before recorded history. Did you know these 10 health benefits?
YogiApproved | April 10, 2018

This Natural Workout Supplement Is Designed Specifically For Women’s Healthy Weight Management

LeanBean is a workout supplement designed for women. Learn about what makes this product unique, it’s secret ingredients, and why it’s so effective.
Olivia Ryan | March 23, 2018

Stop Apologizing for Being Vegan! 3 Tips to Help You Cope With the Critics

Making the conscious choice to go vegan is something to be proud of - so why do we keep apologizing for it? Here’s one vegan’s take on the issue.
Morgan Casavant | February 26, 2018

Practice These 5 Morning Rituals to Reduce Stress + Boost Productivity

Healthy routines can have a positive impact on our day. Add these 5 morning rituals to your routine to help you reduce stress.
Monica Salafia | February 21, 2018

A Closer Look at the Keto Diet: Is It Really All It’s Cracked Up to Be?

The Keto Diet is a high-fat, low-carb diet that seems to be popping up everywhere lately. But there are risks to this diet people aren’t talking about.
Teresa Mason | February 20, 2018

Sound Healing 101: Everything You Need to Know About This Practice

Sound healing is an alternative medicine that can help with many common ailments. This article defines sound healing and how it works.
Amy Tenney | February 8, 2018

What You Need to Know About Inflammation and How Yoga Can Help

Inflammation is your body’s protective response to overwork or injury. Here’s what you need to know about it and how yoga can help reduce inflammation.
Morgan Garza | February 3, 2018

The Ultimate Crystal Healing Guide: 20 Powerful Crystals and Their Healing Properties

Learn about 20 common healing crystals. Use this ultimate crystal healing guide and discover how Mother Earth’s magic can help you heal your life naturally.
Lauren Brooke Cosmetiques | January 24, 2018

Ditch the Dirty Dozen! Beware of These 12 Toxic Chemicals Lurking in Your Beauty Products

The dirty dozen refers to 12 toxic chemicals in your beauty products that can cause serious health issues. Learn what they are and how to avoid them.
Zoie Konakis | January 19, 2018

Ready to Make the Switch to Natural Deodorant? Try These 5 Brands

Stinky pits suck. I’m here to help you find a natural deodorant that actually works for you, regardless of the reason you're making the switch!
Johnny Jedi | January 18, 2018

Adrenal Fatigue: Common Symptoms and How to Overcome it Naturally

If you’re stressed out, you might be suffering from adrenal fatigue. Here’s everything you need to know about the condition and how to naturally cure it.
Charmie Stryker | January 8, 2018

Practice These 5 Yoga Poses to Detox Your Liver

Twisting yoga poses offer many benefits, including detoxing our bodies. Here are 5 yoga poses you can practice to detox your liver.
Monica Salafia | January 6, 2018

Want to Improve Your Gut Health? Eat These 13 Foods

You need to care about your gastrointestinal (GI) tract, aka your gut. Here are 13 foods this nutritionist recommends for optimal gut health.
Morgan Casavant | January 2, 2018

Top 8 Wellness Trends For 2018 – The Year We Replace Stress With Self-Care

In 2018, “wellness” will broaden to include mental and spiritual wellness in addition to physical wellness. Read all of the trends here.
Evie Harrison | December 22, 2017

These 7 Foods Naturally Boost Your Immunity – Are You Eating Them Enough?

Want to avoid getting sick? You can boost your immunity with these 7 healthy foods to protect your body from all sorts of external threats and illness.
Ashton August | December 19, 2017

4 Sneaky Ways to Get Your Daily Probiotics For Gut Health and Immune Support

Probiotics support gut health and your immune system vitality to help keep you healthy overall. Learn easy ways to get your daily serving of probiotics.
Cheryl Chandola | December 11, 2017

Insider’s Guide to How Yoga Benefits Your Heart, Kidneys, and Gut Health

Yoga benefits your body beyond exercise. The combination of meditation, exercise, and breathing benefit your organs in a big way. Learn more here!
Alexa Torontow | December 9, 2017

What Is a Microbiome Diet and How Does It Keep Your Gut Healthy?

Your microbiome is a mini ecosystem of bacteria in your body. Learn how it works and how to keep the good bacteria healthy for optimal overall health.
Lisa Fierer | November 30, 2017

Get the Full Scoop on Fascia, the Saran Wrap For Your Muscles That Can Make Or Break Your Range of Motion

Understanding how fascia works in your body is essential to a strong, healthy body. Learn all about this integral network of connective tissue here.
Cidney Bachert | November 18, 2017

Erykah Badu’s Top 10 Wellness Hacks You’ve Got to Try

Erykah Badu is a singer/actress powerhouse. She’s also a holistic healer, doula and advocate for healthy living. Learn about her top 10 wellness tips here!
Megan Johnson | November 16, 2017

Do It For Your Boobs! Here Are 9 Breast Cancer Prevention Tips That May Surprise You

Know what you can do to reduce your risk of breast cancer. These 9 surprising breast cancer prevention tips are simple enough for everyday life.
Nisha Baghadia | November 9, 2017

Mind Blown! Here Are 5 Awesome Benefits of Yoga For Your Mind

The benefits of yoga are broad and the list is long! The benefits of yoga for your mind specifically are fascinating - learn 5 ways yoga helps your mind.
HUM Nutrition | November 1, 2017

The True Secret to Sustained, Natural Energy (Hint: Get Back to Your Roots)

Our eating and exercise habits are a big contributing factor to our energy levels. Yet there’s another secret to having sustained, natural energy...
Krysta Shannon | October 21, 2017

5 Healthy Thanksgiving Dinner Hacks For Vegans, Vegetarians, Low Calorie and Gluten-Free Diets

Whether you're a calorie cutter, a vegan or vegetarian, and/or gluten-free, here's your health-conscious Thanksgiving dinner plan. Happy Thanksgiving!
Bobbie Jo Traut | October 18, 2017

Traveling? You Can Practice These 9 Yoga Poses On the Airplane!

Practice yoga on the airplane! You can practice these yoga poses and stretches while seated to avoid body pain and boost your energy. Happy travels!
Zoie Konakis | October 8, 2017

How Lyme Disease Became One of the Top Ten Most Googled Conditions

Why is Lyme Disease spreading? Learn the signs and symptoms of Lyme Disease to help keep you and your family safe and avoid health complications.
Sachin Sharma | October 3, 2017

You Definitely Want to Add These 9 Food Documentaries to Your Netflix Watchlist

When it comes to the food we eat, it’s important to know the facts. These 9 Netlfix food documentaries are the perfect inspirational addition to your queue!
Morgan Garza | September 11, 2017

Get the Lowdown on SCOBY – The Most Important Kombucha Tea Ingredient

A SCOBY is the most important ingredient in kombucha. Learn all about the SCOBY and the health benefits of brewing kombucha at home.
Sahara Rose | September 1, 2017

3 Necessities This Ayurveda Expert Won’t Leave Home Without

When you’re on the road, it gets a little trickier to stay balanced. Here are three expert ayurveda tips to keep you grounded on the go.
Jillian Halliday | August 26, 2017

What Is the Blood Type Diet? Here’s How to Eat for Your Blood Type

The Blood Type Diet, or eating based on your blood type, is gaining mainstream popularity for its many health benefits. Do you eat for your blood type?
Aiyana Fraley | August 22, 2017

How to Improve Your Digestion Using Essential Oils

Improve your digestion and gut health naturally with essential oils. Learn how these five essential oils reclaim your gut health and improve digestion.
Morgan Garza | June 29, 2017

5 Natural Alternatives to Caffeine That Will Get You Buzzing

Trying to quit or cut back on caffeine? Try these 5 caffeine alternatives the next time you feel sluggish or wake up tired.
Kendra Sand | June 27, 2017

Is Milk Healthy? 8 Surprising Facts About Milk + the Dairy Industry

Whether or not milk is healthy is a controversial topic and even a moral question. Uncover surprising facts about cow’s milk and the dairy industry.
YogiApproved | June 20, 2017

These Are the Best Health and Wellness Sites of 2017

We strive to inspire your journey towards health and wellness. Check out our list of the best health and wellness sites for 2017.
Aaron Barriga | April 6, 2017

8 Ways You Can Protect and Enhance Your Eyesight

While many of us may take it for granted, our eyesight is an essential part of our daily...
Megan Thompson | April 2, 2017

Best Uses For the 7 Most Popular Essential Oils

There are hundreds of different essential oils out there, and it can be easy to get overwhelmed with the uses and possibilities.
Marilyn Vinch | November 10, 2016

12 Infused Water Recipes for Delicious + Healthy Hydration

Did you know that staying properly hydrated requires drinking roughly half your bodyweight in ounces each day? That's a...
Alexa Erickson | May 15, 2016

7 Healing Herbs You Probably Already Have in Your Kitchen

Herbs have been used since ancient times. Harvested by our ancestors, they were used for their medicinal properties....
Krysta Shannon | April 19, 2016

20 Reasons Marijuana Is Better for You Than Alcohol

Drinking alcohol is legal above the age of 21 throughout every state in the United States, while marijuana is currently only legal for recreational use in Alaska, Colorado, Oregon and Washington.
Alexis Kristan | March 24, 2016

7 Reasons Why You Should Drink Bone Broth

Bone broth has been coined “the new green juice” and who doesn’t want to add another super food to their diet?
Allie Flavio | February 18, 2016

5 Yoga Poses to Soothe Your Sciatica

Sciatica is a condition that causes tenderness/pain anywhere along the sciatic nerve line. And guess what - the sciatic nerve is the longest damn nerve in the body (no wonder it’s such a troublemaker).
Jessica Gomes | February 6, 2016

Snacking 101: 8 Rules to Smart Snacking

For people on the go, opting for healthy snacks can be tough. Hitting the drive-thru when your stomach...
Sunsweet | February 3, 2016

10 Reasons You Should Eat Prunes Every Day

Eating just 4 prunes a day will provide you with a third of your daily requirement for vitamin K, 3 grams of fiber and 290 mg of potassium.
Krysta Shannon | January 29, 2016

Pros and Cons of Detox Cleanses

You have probably heard about the benefits of detox cleanses, from quick and easy weight loss and improved energy to a rebalance of your entire digestive system.
Krysta Shannon | January 18, 2016

Why Obama Banned Microbeads in Personal Care Products (Video)

At the end of 2015, President Barack Obama passed a Microbead-Free Waters Act of 2015, a bill that bans microbeads from being included in personal-care products
Maria Moscato | January 10, 2016

5 Tips to Stay Healthy This Winter Season Using Ayurveda

How can we stay healthy and happy during the winter season? Winter is here and our bodies are beginning to feel the effects of humid and cold temperatures on our mood and well-being.
Krysta Shannon | January 8, 2016

15 Tips to Eating Healthy While Dining Out

Who knows, maybe you will influence those around you to order healthy dining options too!
Enrico Fioranelli | January 7, 2016

The Best and Worst Diets of 2015

While there are many good, bad and ugly diets, none of them will have any impact if you don’t follow them.
Krysta Shannon | January 6, 2016

7 Steps For an At-Home Ayurvedic Cleanse

An Ayurvedic cleanse will draw toxins and excess energies from your doshas to create balance and harmony within your body.
Jessica Gomes | December 31, 2015

In Search For The Perfect Sweetener: 3 Healthier Sugar Substitutes

Even though these are alternatives and healthier options to refined sugar, we do encourage you to enjoy these in moderation.
Krysta Shannon | December 30, 2015

8 Natural Cold Remedies to Keep Sickness at Bay

This change in season is the perfect time to snuggle on the couch under some fuzzy blankets and drink hot cocoa, but it may also bring the dreaded cold and flu through your front door!
Krysta Shannon | December 11, 2015

Bulletproof Coffee: What It Is and Why You Should Drink It

People are loving Bulletproof Coffee. But what is Bulletproof Coffee and what's all the fuss about? Learn about this popular healthy coffee trend here!
Lacey Davis | December 11, 2015

5 Steps to Become a Vegan Family

We made the extreme jump from full on carnivorous junkies to becoming plant based, whole food (PBWF) vicious vegan.
Jessie Waite | December 4, 2015

5 Reasons Why Yoga is Perfect for Introverts

Here are 5 reasons why yoga is so beneficial for introverted people
Andrea Karwandy | December 3, 2015

4 Ways to Decrease Seasonal Depression

SAD is much more than just the “winter blues.” It’s a seasonal subtype of depression.
Enrico Fioranelli | November 21, 2015

A Meat Eater’s Rebuttal to the WHO’s Report on Cancer Being Linked to Meat

So yes, all you meat eaters out there need to cut back on your sausage, pepperoni, bacon, and ham intake.
Maria Moscato | November 20, 2015

7 Morning Rituals to Aid in Clear Communication

Depending on how much time you have in the morning, try one or more of these tips and become aware of how they impact your communication throughout the day.
Krysta Shannon | November 3, 2015

Confirmed: Processed and Red Meats Are Linked to Cancer

Yes, you read that right: processed meat is carcinogenic to humans. In fact, processed meat has been grouped in the same cancer risk category as tobacco smoking and asbestos, but that does not mean that they are equally as dangerous.
Jillian Grabarczyk | October 8, 2015

Why Yogis are Loving Hot Yoga Using Infrared Heating

Hot Yoga using Infrared Heating reduces pain and inflammation, smooth skin, healthy heart, detox, & calorie burn.
Krysta Shannon | September 25, 2015

5 Natural Skincare Brands for a Healthy, Beautiful You

Here are 5 natural skincare brands that offer natural, quality replacements for traditional skincare products without the icky ingredients or associated health risks:
Tina Shah | September 22, 2015

How to Drink Water: Stay Hydrated the Ayurvedic Way

The majority of our body is water. This water is stored both inside and outside cells to dissolve nutrients, carry waste, regulate body temperature, send brain messages, and lubricate all our moving parts.
Krysta Shannon | July 10, 2015

How to be Gluten Free on a Budget

If you are currently gluten free or if you have committed to switch your diet permanently, here are 9 tips to eat gluten free on a budget:
Krysta Shannon | June 23, 2015

15 Simple Food Swaps for a Healthier You

There’s a better way to manage your weight while enjoying the food you eat—and getting enough of it. If you make some simple food swaps, you can reduce your calories, and eat healthier without sacrificing taste or serving size.
Enrico Fioranelli | May 29, 2015

The 5 Reasons to Add Strength Training to Your Yoga Practice

Strength training is a method of exercise in which you push your muscles to their limits, thus causing them to grow and develop. You can enhance your practice by adding a strength training regimen to your yoga routine, and yes, we are telling you to lift some iron!
Ashton Aiden | May 8, 2015

Harness Your Energy, Empower Your Life (Self Improvement)

When we break everything down to its most basic, primordial essence, everything is energy. Your body is energy. Your thoughts and feelings are energy. If you’re reading this article, you most likely are already aware of this.
Samantha Wilson | April 29, 2015

Have You Lost That Yoga Feeling? Here’s How to Fall Back in Love With Your Practice

If you’ve lost that yoga feeling and want to get yourself back on the mat, try these simple steps:
Tyler | June 6, 2014

This 70 year old looks like she is 40 (video)

Has this woman found the fountain of youth? You can decide. We think she is on to something.
Tyler | June 5, 2014

Dietary Considerations in the Age of GMOs and Nuclear Accidents

Pescatarians are people who decline to eat other forms of meat, but accept that fish eating is a useful dietary practice.
Ashton August | June 1, 2014

Follow These 5 Rules to Avoid Injury During Hot Yoga

The health benefits of hot yoga are well established. It is important to maintain a safe practice. Here are 5 tips to help you avoid injury during hot yoga.