If you’re like me, you want to try to live the healthiest and most natural life you can. For me, this means limiting the chemical solutions that I put in my body, which includes not using any pain/inflammation medications like Advil or Ibuprofen. Its not that I don’t understand that they can help alleviate pain […]
How to help your gut biome after taking antibiotics.
A few months ago I had a root canal that triggered an infection in my gums/jaw. Not a fun time, but after a number of days of pain I reluctantly gave in to taking antibiotics that my dentist prescribed. I’m not a fan of taking antibiotics because I know that in addition to killing off […]
Why Do B2 Vitamins Make Your Pee Change Color?
If you’ve just gotten on a new multi-vitamin or a B-complex supplement, you may have noticed a considerable change in your urine color – possibly to a bright neon yellow color. While this may cause some concern at the beginning, it really isn’t something you need to worry about. The color is caused by Riboflavin […]
Can you absorb gluten through your skin?
One of the questions I’ve had since realizing I’m gluten intolerant is to what extent gluten can get into my system, apart from ingesting it. Besides eating/drinking it, the next theoretical way I thought there may be to accidentally get gluten in your system is through your skin. Will using products that contain gluten, like […]
5 Health Bloggers to Follow in 2018
We’re 3 months into 2018 and I really hope you’re having a great year so far! Many people start off each year with resolutions, and I bet most include either ‘hit the gym’, ‘get in shape’, ‘eat better’ or just ‘be healthier’. Well to help out with that, I’m sharing below 5 health […]
10 Ways to Heal Yourself After Gluten Contamination
Anybody who has been ‘glutened’ knows it only takes a tiny bit of it to make you feel totally miserable. For most people, eating wheat won’t cause any side effect; as a matter of fact, for a lot of people, a bagel or muffin is the first thing they pick at the breakfast table. But […]
Amazon Elements Supplements – Transparency and Quality
Earlier this year Amazon quietly launched a line of supplements under its ‘Elements’ sub-brand with a push for quality and transparency in the supplement world. Elements, which is only available to Prime members (don’t have Prime? Start a Amazon Prime 30-Day Free Trial), started a few years ago with diapers and baby wipes. The online […]
How Apple Cider Vinegar Helps Digestion
Do you always feel heavy even after having a small meal? This is probably because your system is not digesting the food properly. The entire feeling is discomforting and it is also an indication that there is something wrong with the digestive health. Proper digestion is an essential element to a healthy body In order […]
The Benefits of Trying ‘Fad’ Diets
I’m a fan of the ‘fad diets’ that come out regularly. Intermittent fasting, no carbs, all carbs, only eat what you can find in the forest, etc. Whatever the fad, they’re almost always fun to watch, and to hear about everyone around you trying it and having debates into the best way to do it. […]
6 Hidden Sources of Gluten
What is Gluten and Why Do People Worry About it? While you might think that gluten is associated with carbohydrates because it is found in many carbohydrate-rich foods, gluten is actually a protein. It is typically found in foods that have ingredients such as wheat, rye, durum, semolina, barley, and more. It is a source […]