Health & Safety

8 Things Every Woman Needs to Know about Feminine Hygiene Products

What you don’t know about your pads and tampons may be hurting you. Here are 8 things you need to know: 1. Most pads and tampons contain dioxin residues from bleaching the cotton used to make the…

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The Clutter & Stress Connection

Some of us have a little clutter, and some of us have a lot. Have you ever found yourself avoiding going home because the disarray of your house felt overwhelming? You are not alone! Many people oc…

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Eco-Friendly DIY Scrubbing Cleansers

When faced with dirty bathroom tile or a stove top caked in cooked on grease, it is so tempting to reach for the bottle of Prefab Toxic Scrub That Will Not Be Named or to chicken out and call a clea…

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6 Feng Shui DON’Ts

Creating a harmonious and safe home that lifts your spirits and supports your highest aspirations will set the stage for you to go out into the world and soar! Take action on these six Feng Shui reco…

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The Dark Side of Food Colors

The next time you’re at a child’s birthday party, notice the beautiful array of cakes, cookies, and cupcakes, all showcasing a rainbow assortment of artificial colors. While they may make these sweet…

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Jessica Alba’s Top 3 Natural Cleaning Tips

"I’m not a vegan. I don’t live off the grid, and I don’t wear hemp every day." That's Jessica Alba speaking, perhaps not the first person that pops to mind as the next guru of green living. But in …

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Study Links Roundup to Obesity, Cancer, and More

A new study published in the peer-reviewed journal Entropy indicates that glyphosate—the main ingredient in Monsanto’s Roundup weed killer—may be linked to gastrointestinal disorders, obesity, diabete…

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Red Cross Responding in Boston, Texas, Midwest: How You Can Help

The American Red Cross is on the job all across the United States this week, providing shelter, food, water, and comfort to people affected by the Boston marathon bombing, the Texas explosion, and Mid…

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10 Ways to Clean with Vinegar

If you haven't jumped on the cleaning-with-vinegar bandwagon, what are you waiting for? You can clean so many surfaces in your house with this edible, non-toxic ingredient. In addition to being an e…

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Beyonce Says: ‘Miss a Meal’

Beyonce is asking you to skip a meal, but it's not the latest fad or celebrity weight-loss scheme. It's a plea to help feed the hungry in America. Tina Knowles and daughters Beyonce and Solange are…

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