Healthy, Natural Sunscreens
by Amber Brennan
Watch the video to see the difference between healthy, natural sunscreens and conventional.
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Essential Oils for A Good Night’s Sleep
by Sisi Kong
What essential oils are great for a good night's sleep? Below is a quick list from Carmela.
Natural Supplements for Immunity
by Cynthia Cruz
What vitamins and minerals are best for your immune system? Below is a quick list from Carmela.
10 Ways to De-Stress
by Sabra Leomo, RD
Managing stress is good for overall health as well as heart health. Chronic stress raises levels of the hormone cortisol. High levels of cortisol can raise cholesterol levels, triglycerides, blood glucose levels and blood pressure which are all risk factors for heart disease.
Here are 10 ways to positively handle stress and protect your heart health:
Right Here, Right Now - Being Present in 2020
by Sabra Leomo, RD
The majority of New Year’s resolutions focus on losing weight or a fresh start eating healthy. Of course eating healthy and living a lifestyle that helps you feel your best is important. However, resolutions are often restrictive and unsustainable which makes them difficult to stick to. Start the year by focusing on being truly present in your life.
4 Tips for Healthy and Happy Holidays
by Sabra Leomo, RD
Holiday weight gain doesn’t have to be an inevitable part of the season. Follow these 4 tips for a healthy and happy holiday.
4 Tips to Make Your Holiday Party More Sustainable
by Sabra Leomo, RD
The holidays are just around the corner and parties are on everyone’s mind. During this season of celebration the amount of waste generated from festivities can really add up. Incorporate a few of these sustainable tips when you plan your next holiday gathering.
Avoiding GMO Foods
by Sabra Leomo, RD
Food is undergoing constant change. Farmers have been saving seeds from plants that have desirable traits and using them for future crops. Crossbreeding different varieties of plants, like tomatoes, has led to sweeter and/or larger tomatoes. Change is a positive thing when it is proven to be safe and effective over time.
Fighting Food Waste: Individuals Take Action
by Sabra Leomo, RD
Let’s talk about food waste. I will be completely honest--I am writing this article for my benefit as well as yours. I am definitely guilty of contributing to the food waste problem and need a little push to make changes. Maybe having one too many food safety classes in college, now combined with a busy life, has contributed to my challenge but food waste definitely occurs in our home. Whatever your reason, we as individuals can make a big difference and I will join you in making a sincere effort to reduce the amount of food waste my household contributes to landfills.
Navigating the Non-dairy Milk Aisle
by Sabra Leomo, RD
Gone are the days of the only non-dairy milk options being soy or rice milk. More and more people are drinking non-dairy milk because of personal preferences and allergies and intolerances to cow’s milk. Fortunately the amount of options has increased significantly but it may leave you feeling overwhelmed when trying to choose. Here are a few tips to help you navigate the non-dairy aisle.
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