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by Sandra Watson Creating a good life starts with self-love, and the foundation of self-love is self-care. For many of us, this is a foreign concept; we are amazing at caring for and loving others. However, many of us were raised in an environment that was not nurturing, and where we were never taught the importance of self-care. As a mental health counselor I see clients daily who ignore their own needs and then... 2/14/2015 8:00:00 AM
by Mary Jayne Rogers Consumers are voting for organic produce with billions of dollars of year-over-year growth in organic product consumption. Whether you're an early adopter or still looking for reasons to go organic here is a deeper look into the reasons we should go organic; for our families, our communities and our global environment. Here are six (6) BIG reasons to Go Organic: #1. Toxicity to Earth & Water Chemical... 2/14/2015 8:00:00 AM
by Fred Fletcher First of all, the word "against" doesn't really fit with the gist of this article because most of the people who have been unfairly labeled as "anti-vaccine" are not necessarily against vaccines. What they are concerned about or opposed to is the blatant secrecy that surrounds many of the ingredients in vaccines.They also oppose the militarization of medicine (to the point of forcing people to comply... 2/9/2015 10:00:00 PM
by Rob Greenstein It's long been alleged that women will endure anything for the sake of beauty. For women who live in the U.S., that “anything" may include the use of cosmetics containing toxic chemicals and other harmful ingredients banned in the European Union, Canada, and Japan and elsewhere. Although more than a thousand chemicals are used in beauty products sold in the U.S., the Federal Food and Drug Administration... 1/27/2015 8:00:00 AM
by Robert Parmer As of January 1, 2014 five cities in California, including San Francisco, have put anti-tobacco laws for pharmacies into effect. Even more staggering than that; ninety-four cities in Massachusetts have put these laws into effect as well, including the capital city Boston. Cigarettes alone contribute to almost half a million deaths a year in the United States. Smoking cigarettes causes more deaths... 1/26/2015 8:00:00 AM
by Wellness Editor Wellness Tip: With today's hurried lifestyles, people often fail to eat enough real nutrient-dense food. The reality is that most of us are living with micronutrient deficiencies and imbalances which lead to a myriad of health issues. Even if you do eat reasonably well, you can still struggle to get the nutrients you need from anything grown in modern day nutrient-depleted soils. Taking supplements... 1/21/2015 8:00:00 AM
by Janet Valenty Okay, I like an evening glass of good red wine or the occasional martini, so you have to know I got a kick about writing this title. But alas, that's not what this article is about.No, this article is about something else entirely… actually it's about something that I have to admit I thought I'd be kicking and screaming before I would agree to drink this stuff.Just so you know where I'm coming from:... 1/15/2015 8:00:00 AM
by John Valenty You can't be your healthiest and live life to the fullest when you wake up anxious and under pressure to meet non-stop deadlines, responding to piles of messages and juggle work and family obligations. It can leave anyone stressed out. Stress is one of the biggest factors to our health, yet for most people, managing our business and personal obligations in a way that leaves us healthy and productive... 1/11/2015 8:00:00 AM
by Fred Fletcher When you think of the word "war," what comes to mind? Doesn't it involve 2 or more entities confronting each other over some differences of opinion or possessions? While the tools and the motivation behind all wars may differ, one thing is always expected or understood: the goal is to win. Since the so-called "war on cancer" was launched in 1971, many things have taken place, including the investment... 1/11/2015 8:00:00 AM
by Janet Valenty There are many reasons you should purchase organic products at the grocery store. Foods with a USDA Organic label are not grown with chemical pesticides, genetically modified or treated with sewage or petroleum-based pesticides. We have the best intentions at the grocery store, but ultimately it comes down to a question of cost. Many families cannot afford to purchase all organic produce. However,... 1/5/2015 10:00:00 PM
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