February 6, 2012

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by Holly Bromley, BS | Health conscious individuals are usually aware of our connection with plants and how vital they are to our existence. An environmentally healthy earth influences the quality of the food we eat, which also directly impacts our health. The future of our planet depends upon the health of the planet’s forests. But besides the great forests and food producing farmlands there is another area where plants grow that affect our health directly...the plants growing around our … [Read more...]

Castor Oil Pack Therapy for Increased Immunity

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by Lauren Lander  |  Obtained from the seeds of the plant species Ricinus communis, castor oil has a long and extensive history of use in curing an impressive variety of ailments. Although castor oil packs were first popularized in the 20th century by Edgar Cayce, the oil has been employed as a healing agent for thousands of years in folk medicine. Castor bean seeds, believed to be 4,000 years old, were discovered in Egyptian tombs, and historical records reveal the medicinal use of … [Read more...]

Why Am I in Such a Bad Mood?

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Do you ever find yourself getting really irritable for almost no reason? Or suddenly feeling down without knowing why? Going from sadness to anger to joy in a matter of minutes can make many teens feel as though they're losing their grip. But why is the feeling of being on an emotional roller coaster so common among teens? Dealing with constant change and pressure is part of the answer. Maybe you're starting a new school and not able to see old friends as much. Getting good grades or wanting … [Read more...]

Overwhelmed? De-clutter.

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by Dana Anderson | Q:  My life feels out of control. Everywhere I look there are piles—it feels like it anyway. I’m pulled in so many directions I’m surprised I get anything done. My husband is always shopping—it feels like we have so much stuff. I also worry a lot, about my kids mostly. They are in college yet I worry. I know I should talk to somebody, it just feels like one more thing. What should I do? A:  I think this is a stressful time for everyone. I don’t know anyone … [Read more...]

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