Are Sodium Benzoate and Phenoxyethanol Safe in Skincare Products?
Taking good care of your skin and investing yourself in daily care routine is something that is essential for a healthy, beautiful complexion. You take care of your skin because you know that a little self-care now will serve you well into the future. Choosing the right products to care for your skin can...
Skin Cancer - What You NEED to Know
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy being relaxed and carefree. While you are enjoying these long, lazy days, there is one thing that you need to remain vigilant about and that is protecting your skin from all those glorious rays of sunshine. I know, this is advice that you hear often, especially this...
Fighting Chronic Inflammation
Do you remember the last time you stubbed your toe, or were gifted a nasty bite by a mosquito? You probably noticed that the injured area became red, swollen and maybe even warm to the touch. What you were experiencing, aside from the pain of the injury, was one of your body’s strongest defense...
The Mediterranean Diet
What comes to mind when you think of Mediterranean food? For me, I envision produce of every color, dripping with flavor. I think of ocean fresh seafood, juicy, plump olives and fragrant herbs. For years now, the Mediterranean way of eating has been making headlines for promoting good health and longevity. It seems our...
BPA: What You Need to Know
At this point, most everyone has heard of BPA, however must of us remain unsure or confused about what it is, how it is used and the associated risks. BPA, more formally known as bisphenol-A, is a synthetic compound used in the manufacturing of some plastics and resins. It has been widely used in...
Guilt-Free Indulgences
One of the greatest things about summer is that the days are longer. Since many of us use sunset as a cue to start to wind down and relax, the extended daylight hours of summer mean that we are on the go constantly, trying to fit as much as we can into those glorious...
Healthy Travel Hacks and Snacks
There are times when eating healthy at home can be a challenge, but for the most part you have got it figured out and do a pretty good job of keeping your refrigerator and pantry stocked with healthy staples. Sticking to your healthy eating plan is pretty doable until you hit the same roadblock...