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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
Let’s Talk About CBD: The Uses, Health Benefits, and Common Misconceptions Explained

CBD oil is all the rage these days but a lot of people don’t know much about it! Learn all about CBD oil benefits and uses here.

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Make This DIY Activated Charcoal Whitening Toothpaste For Naturally Pearly Whites

DIY teeth whitening is super easy with activated charcoal toothpaste. Use this DIY whitening toothpaste recipe to whiten your teeth effectively + naturally.
Emmy Schneider-Green | March 14, 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

Here Are 5 Foods You Should Buy Frozen (And Why)

How do we take advantage of the freshest, tastiest fruits and vegetables? By shopping local and - believe it or not - buying healthy frozen foods.
Charmie Stryker | August 29, 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
How to Lead Your Own Successful Wellness Retreat (Tips from a Pro)

Yoga and wellness retreats are all the rage. If you’re looking to organize one yourself, these tips will help you lead a memorable and successful retreat.
Morgan Garza | July 10, 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
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
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
Our Favorite Yoga and Healthy Lifestyle Products – April

Our Favorite Things is a monthly recurring feature highlighting 5 of our editor’s favorite yoga and healthy lifestyle finds that we want to share with you.
YogiApproved | April 2, 2018
25 Influential Women in Wellness to Watch in 2018

Wellness is on the rise and women are at the forefront of this movement. These 25 women are slaying the wellness game with big things in store for 2018.
YogiApproved | March 7, 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
Yoga Claims Debunked: What the Science Actually Says About Yoga’s Health Benefits

There's a lot of information out there about yoga, and not all of it is true. Here are some common health claims about yoga and the science behind them.
Eirinn Norrie | February 17, 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
These Are the Top 8 Exercises to Reduce Anxiety and Depression

Exercise can help you recover and overcome anxiety and depression. Here are our top 8 favorite exercises for combatting anxiety and depression.
Morgan Casavant | January 24, 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
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
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
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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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
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
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
Manage Your Stress + Improve Digestion With These 5 Adaptogenic Plants

Adaptogens are super herbs, roots, or plants that promote vitality and balance. Add these adaptogens to your diet to support your immune system.
Laura McQuarrie | June 26, 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
The Psoas Defined, Explained, and Explored in 6 Yoga Poses

The slightly mystical psoas major muscle is often overlooked or even unknown when we talk about our muscular anatomy.
Jessie Wren | April 11, 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
Attending Sundance Film Festival? Don’t Miss the Wellness Lounge

Ahh the infamous and beloved Sundance Film Festival - a yearly film tradition nestled in the beautiful ski...
YogiApproved | January 17, 2017
6 Natural Sleep Remedies + Their Benefits

If you find it difficult to relax at night, there are a variety of foods, herbs, and supplements readily available to help you fall asleep and stay asleep.
Bianca Williams | January 8, 2017
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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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
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
40 Days to Personal Revolution: What to Expect When You Take This Yoga Challenge

I recently completed a program called “40 Days to Personal Revolution” at my local yoga studio.
Kasia Litwinski | 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
3 Mouthwatering Veggie Spiralizer Recipes

Give these yummy veggie spiralizer recipes a try and let us know how it goes, and what recipe got you hooked on spiralized vegetables!!
Jillian Grabarczyk | 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
A Simple, Holistic, and Practical Guide to Healthy Digestion

We are aware of how important digestive health is to our bodies, our days, and our lives overall. This article talks about a guide to healthy digestion.
Ashton August | October 21, 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