What is gua sha? Let’s start at the beginning.  Gua sha (pronounced “gwa shah”) originated in China hundreds of years ago and is the practice of using a tool to scrape skin to relieve muscle pain and tension.  It was performed on the body to treat soreness and inflammation, often resulting in redness and bruising.  More recently, the practice ha...

Why do I need a natural deodorant? So let’s get right to it.  Conventional “deodorants” do two things – they are deodorants (scented to make you smell nice) AND antiperspirants (prevent you from sweating in the first place).  Why wouldn’t you want to sweat?  Bacteria grow when they break down your sweat, which causes odor.  No one likes to smell...

For most people, good health is defined by physical fitness; but they fail to realize that good mental health is equally crucial. One cannot truly be healthy if they are physically agile but lack the enthusiasm to live a full life. Health is not simply an absence of disease; it extends beyond the physiological fitness to mental calmness, emotion...

The new year has finally graced us with her presence, and 365 days (minus these first few days of January of course!) to start fresh and make the year one of positivity, fun, and many new memories. Many people choose to make New Year’s resolutions, following them with a gusto for the beginning of the year, but then quickly allowing them to fal...

  It’s hard to believe, but Christmas is just around the corner and we all know the holiday season comes endless parties, time spent with loved ones, and of course, loads of delicious and indulgent food.   We aren’t here to tell you that you shouldn't indulge once in a while; but with those holiday events cluttering up your December calendar, yo...

  Looking to bring a little Mother Nature into your home as the seasons change? Houseplants are one of the easiest ways to bring the outside in and liven up your place. However, we’re not all born with a green thumb; and if you’ve ever lost a plant for any reason, you know it's not always easy to keep them alive and thriving. In this article, we...