Maybe it’s because the hours of daylight decrease or maybe it’s just too cold to go outside and enjoy fresh air but winter can throw a wrench in the mood of many. Every winter, thousands are affected by Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a depressive mood that sets in when the days turn dark and generally lifting in the spring. Anxiety, lethargy, increased appetite, persistent sadness, diminished sex drive and lack of sleep are some common symptoms of SAD. If this sounds like what you’re experiencing, take heart! With supplements, exercise and meditation you can alleviate the symptoms naturally. [Read more →]
Fighting SAD and the Winter Blues
Sara Beth
February 26th, 2013 · adaptogen, Healthy Living
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Aging Gracefully with Collagen
Sara Beth
February 21st, 2013 · Healthy Living
Collagen occurs naturally in our bodies but as we age, production slows. Collagen gives strength to various structures and organs while also keeping skin, hair, and nails healthy and strong. Feeling an ache in your joints? Does your hair seem a little limp while your skin is missing that youthful glow? Collagen can help! [Read more →]
Solgar Giveaway!
Sara Beth
February 11th, 2013 · Healthy Living
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to everyone who entered! Check back often for more giveaways!
Solgar believes in high quality standards for each step of their vitamin and herbal supplement manufacturing process and
this dedication has kept their business strong since 1947. All Solgar products are gluten free and kosher certified and they’ve generously provided us with 4 great products for a giveaway worth over $60! [Read more →]
A Whole Body Approach to a Healthy Heart
Sara Beth
January 31st, 2013 · Heart Health
In the fast-paced, fix-it-quick world we live in, it’s no wonder we have a hard time slowing down and addressing our health with a whole body approach, especially concerning heart health. Many of us are open to the idea of trying a pharmaceutical medication to benefit our system hoping it will improve heart function or lower cholesterol and prove more effective than a holistic approach but more often than not, this isn’t the outcome. Tried one prescription medication and it didn’t work? Here’s another. That one isn’t working either? Try this instead… and remember there are always options of surgery/another medication/a prescription cocktail. Rather than looking for a quick fix, maybe it’s time to consider a full body approach to a healthy heart and a healthier you. [Read more →]
January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month!
Sara Beth
January 29th, 2013 · Herbs for
The National Eye Institute projects that the number of people in the U.S. over age 40 who have glaucoma will increase from its current number of 2.7 million to 4.2 million by 2030. That’s a 58 percent increase and, considering glaucoma is the leading cause of preventable blindness, we wanted to be sure you were aware of herbs that can guard your vision. [Read more →]
How to Fight & Prevent Cold & Flu
Sara Beth
January 18th, 2013 · Herbs for
I’m sure you’ve heard that Vitamin C is an important boost to your immune system when you’re sick but there are several lesser known supplements that can play a key role in speeding recovery from cold and flu and help you to avoid sickness altogether. Feeling under the weather and like you’ve tried everything with no luck? Here are some supplements you should consider. [Read more →]
Herbs to Keep You Healthy During Flu Season
Sara Beth
January 14th, 2013 · Healthy Living, Herbs for
With an early start to flu season and the severity of the strands this year it’s important to keep your immune system healthy and consider how herbs can play a role in helping you do so. While you may be familiar with using herbs like Echinacea, Olive Leaf, and Garlic to keep you healthy during cold and flu season there are also special combinations of herbs that can keep you well. Hanna created herbal combinations to bring about even more profound effects than just a single herb, take a look! [Read more →]
Health Benefits of Magnesium. Are You Getting Enough?
Sara Beth
January 10th, 2013 · Healthy Living
Magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in our bodies and is found primarily in our bones. This nutrient
is responsible for more than 300 biochemical reactions in the body like providing energy, regulating body temperature, helping you sleep, relaxing your muscles, and boosting your immune system yet most of us are deficient in magnesium. [Read more →]
5 Ways to Keep Your Resolution
Sara Beth
January 9th, 2013 · Healthy Living
This year, rather than resolving to make some monumental change that I knew deep down I wouldn’t keep, I resolved to do something that would benefit myself and others: send mail. I love receiving a card in the mail from a friend or family member for no reason at all. Personal mail is better than seeing a bill, reminds you how special you are to others, and in my case, encourages me to send a card to someone else.
We’re 9 days into the New Year and guess how many cards I have sent? One. It’s a slow start but it’s a start.
Did you resolve to improve your life somehow for 2013? Here are 5 simple steps to stick to your resolution… for real this year: [Read more →]
Essential Oils Giveaway!
Sara Beth
January 7th, 2013 · essential oils
~~~This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to everyone who entered!~~~~
It’s time for another great giveaway! Check out the details below for instructions on how to enter to win a gift basket with 5 essential oils from Aura Cacia with 2 carrier oils. Tea Tree, Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Oregano, and Lavender (all organic) with Apricot Kernel and Sweet Almond carrier oils. A $70 value! [Read more →]

