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This Is the Secret Hack for Beautiful Glowing Skin

Dry brushing is gaining mainstream popularity for good reason. Learn about the benefits of dry brushing and how to do it yourself at home!
Lindsay Sibson | March 29, 2019
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.
Monica Salafia | March 20, 2019
Celery Juice: Just a Heath Fad or Here to Stay? What You Need to Know About This Wellness Trend

What's up with all the hype about celery juice? Take a look at the science behind the craze + learn about the serious celery juice benefits for your health.
Emmy Schneider-Green | February 28, 2019
Take This 30-Day Movement Challenge to Create Healthier Habits (No Gym Necessary)

We all need to move more. But, no one has the time, right? Use this complete 30-day challenge to move more and improve your overall heath.
Emmy Schneider-Green | February 18, 2019

6 Very Simple Ways to Boost Your Immune System

Wondering how to boost your immune system? It doesn't have to be rocket science! Follow these 6 simple tips to stay healthy and fit all year long.
Joanna Ruminska | September 10, 2018
Here’s Why Elixirs Are the Best Coffee Replacement (According to A Woman’s Health Coach)

Elixirs are magical, delicious herbal drink concoctions chock full of superfood goodness. Here are 6 benefits of elixirs plus 2 tasty elixir recipes!
Madeline MacKinnon | July 25, 2018
Hit the Reset Button With These 7 Self-Care Rituals to Refresh and Revitalize Mind + Body

Self-care is necessary. These 7 self-care rituals are free or low cost and don’t take a lot of time. They will help you reset, recharge, and feel great.
Carolina Rigoni | July 18, 2018
If You Have a Desk Job, Your Body Will Thank You For These 5 Desk Yoga Poses

Sitting at a desk has a negative impact on our posture, our bodies and our overall health. Here are 4 easy desk yoga poses you can practice at the office.
Ashley Stern | June 24, 2018
7 Surprising Signs of Dehydration and 5 Tips to Prevent It

Dehydration happens when your body doesn’t have enough water and other fluids to function properly. Here are 7 indicators that you might be dehydrated.

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Hawaii Bans Certain Sunscreens – Here’s Why They Did and What It Means for You

Chemicals in a standard bottle of sunscreen are now banned in Hawaii and reduced in Europe. Here’s why you should make the switch to natural sunscreen.
Morgan Casavant | June 1, 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.
Sahara Rose | May 22, 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.
Morgan Casavant | May 19, 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.
Ashton August | May 18, 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.
Morgan Casavant | May 12, 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.
Christina Joy | May 8, 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.

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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.
Morgan Casavant | April 24, 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.
Krysta Shannon | April 19, 2018
The Environmental Benefits of a Vegan Diet (Why I Went Vegan to Help Save the Planet)

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!
Morgan Casavant | April 13, 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?

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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.
YogiApproved | April 10, 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.
Olivia Ryan | March 23, 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.
Morgan Casavant | February 26, 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.
Teresa Mason | February 20, 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.
Amy Tenney | February 8, 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.
Morgan Garza | February 3, 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.

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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!
Zoie Konakis | January 19, 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.
Johnny Jedi | January 18, 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.
Charmie Stryker | January 8, 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.
Monica Salafia | January 6, 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.
Morgan Casavant | January 2, 2018
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.
Evie Harrison | December 22, 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.
Ashton August | December 19, 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!
Cheryl Chandola | December 11, 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.
Alexa Torontow | December 9, 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.
Lisa Fierer | November 30, 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!
Cidney Bachert | November 18, 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.
Megan Johnson | November 16, 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.
Nisha Baghadia | November 9, 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...

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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!
Krysta Shannon | October 21, 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!
Bobbie Jo Traut | October 18, 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.
Zoie Konakis | October 8, 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!
Sachin Sharma | October 3, 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.
Morgan Garza | September 11, 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.
Sahara Rose | September 1, 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?
Jillian Halliday | August 26, 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.
Aiyana Fraley | August 22, 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.
Morgan Garza | June 29, 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.
Kendra Sand | June 27, 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.
YogiApproved | June 20, 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...
Aaron Barriga | April 6, 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.
Megan Thompson | April 2, 2017
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...
Marilyn Vinch | November 10, 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....
Alexa Erickson | May 15, 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.
Krysta Shannon | April 19, 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?
Alexis Kristan | March 24, 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).
Allie Flavio | February 18, 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...
Jessica Gomes | February 6, 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.

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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 29, 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
Krysta Shannon | January 18, 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.
Maria Moscato | January 10, 2016
15 Tips to Eating Healthy While Dining Out

Who knows, maybe you will influence those around you to order healthy dining options too!
Krysta Shannon | January 8, 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.
Enrico Fioranelli | January 7, 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.
Krysta Shannon | January 6, 2016
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.
Jessica Gomes | December 31, 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 30, 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!
Krysta Shannon | 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.
Lacey Davis | December 11, 2015
5 Reasons Why Yoga is Perfect for Introverts

Here are 5 reasons why yoga is so beneficial for introverted people
Jessie Waite | December 4, 2015
4 Ways to Decrease Seasonal Depression

SAD is much more than just the “winter blues.” It’s a seasonal subtype of depression.
Andrea Karwandy | December 3, 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.
Enrico Fioranelli | November 21, 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.
Maria Moscato | November 20, 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.
Krysta Shannon | November 3, 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.
Jillian Grabarczyk | October 8, 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:
Krysta Shannon | September 25, 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.
Tina Shah | September 22, 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 | July 10, 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.
Krysta Shannon | June 23, 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!
Enrico Fioranelli | May 29, 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.
Ashton Aiden | May 8, 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:
Samantha Wilson | April 29, 2015
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 6, 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.
Tyler | June 5, 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.
Ashton August | June 1, 2014