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Category: Health + Wellness

Boost Your Lymphatic System With Two-Minute Hourly Workouts

I feel like we all know we have lymph nodes, and we know they can be associated with cancer, but fewer of us are aware of the true function and vital importance of the lymphatic system.  So what is the lymphatic system? The lymphatic system is actually a critical part of the immune system.  It’s made up of lymphatic vessels that act like little highways transporting lymph…

How to Make Flax Eggs and Why We Should Use Them

When I discovered flax eggs years ago, I was already phasing out eggs, and was pleasantly surprised that I could easily recreate an egg with an uber-healthy superfood substitute.  I’m not talking about egg scrambles, clearly, but flax eggs are super effective subs for real eggs in baking. Before the how, here are a couple of reasons why you may want to consider (at least occasionally) swapping…

Two Simple Ways to Turbo-Charge Your Morning with Turmeric

Okay, I’m going to start by admitting I have a major crush on turmeric, so maybe my take on the golden wonder powder could be seen as a little biased.  But I don’t think so.  Turmeric is truly the gold standard of spices! Turmeric has been used for thousands of years, and is thought to have been used originally in the Vedic culture in India for…

Pom-oh-so-Wonderful! Pomegranate Juice and Immunotherapy

One day a few months ago, as I was perusing the aisles of whole foods (which used to be a favorite pre-coronavirus pastime), I randomly decided to buy some pomegranate juice. I’m not big on juices generally, because I’m a proponent of eating the fiber-filled whole fruits instead, but pomegranates can be harder to incorporate routinely into a diet. So, knowing the mega-dose of antioxidants…

The Magic of Neem

Until we planted our first garden, I’d never even heard of neem. Maybe you’re in the same boat! In my search for organic pest control options, I came across neem oil as an organic and safe option to deter little critters like aphids and mites. And I’m pleased to report it has worked! Our veggies and herbs are largely critter-free! Below is a step-by-step…