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  Table of Contents[Hide][Show] You may have heard the recent buzz about bakuchiol in skin serums. While this natural ingredient has been around for decades, more and more companies are using it in their skincare. Here’s what it is, how to use it, and if it’s really safe. Bakuchiol vs Babchi Pronounced (ba-koo-heel), bakuchiol is […]

  Table of Contents[Hide][Show] I’ve talked before about the benefits of sweating it out in a sauna but sweating in general offers some impressive benefits. Like relief from hot flashes, lowered risk of heart attack, and better recovery times. True, some of us find sweating takes effort and is even a little unpleasant. But the […]

  Table of Contents[Hide][Show] If you’ve ever heard of sulforaphane you’ve probably heard about broccoli sprouts. Sulforaphane is a powerful compound with a myriad of health benefits. And it’s why broccoli sprouts are one of the best health foods on the planet. In the springtime and early summer, our thoughts tend to turn to gardening, […]

  Table of Contents[Hide][Show] You know how important probiotics and fiber are for your gut. But do you know about prebiotics, the one all-important connection between the two? Prebiotic benefits include feeding probiotics and supporting the immune system, making them vital for gut health! For a healthy gut, we need a steady intake of prebiotics […]

  Table of Contents[Hide][Show] Giving birth is one of the most athletic events a woman will ever go through. It’s taxing in many ways: physically, emotionally, and mentally. But it’s also enormously hormonally draining! Placenta encapsulation is one way women are recovering after childbirth. Postpartum depression affects around one in seven women. While there are many triggers, […]

  Table of Contents[Hide][Show] We often hear about the importance of the gut microbiome, and rightfully so. It’s central to a healthy digestive system, nervous system, immune system… basically every body system. But did you know it thrives on a particular type of food? Introducing the concept of a gut superfood… resistant starch. What is […]

  Table of Contents[Hide][Show] Also known as the “rest and digest” system, our parasympathetic nervous system is vital to health. Learn how things like yawning, taking a coloring book break, and other de-stressors can all lead to better health. Parasympathetic Nervous System: From Stressed to Rest The world we live in is far more chaotic […]

runDisney announced that races will return to Disneyland in 2024!! It’s been 5 years since the last runDisney event held at the Anaheim, California theme parks in 2017. runDISNEY Race Announcement for Disneyland The company has not announced details on the dates or distances of the runs, but I’ll share that info as soon as […]

  Table of Contents[Hide][Show] C60 is the newest buzzword in the natural health world. It’s recommended for everything from avoiding sunburn, to hair growth, to longevity. C60 benefits the whole body and acts as an antioxidant to help protect against free radical damage. This molecule works by donating electrons to neutralize free radicals and prevent […]

  Table of Contents[Hide][Show] There’s been a lot of anti-butter propaganda in the past. For the longest time, people even thought margarine and vegetable oils were healthier options (not so much). So is butter bad for you or not? Without going all Paula Dean on you, there are a lot of reasons to enjoy butter […]