Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a disorder that affects 5.4 million children between the ages of four to seventeen, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Although this disorder was first documented in 1845, "rates of ADHD diagnosis increased...an average of 5.5% per year from 2003 to 2007". Furthermore, boys are more likely to be afflicted by this ... continue reading...
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Epsom Salt Bath Benefits: Relax, restore, relieve
Even though I live in the drought state of California, I am addicted to salt baths. This evening routine helps me relax, releases stresses, and eases aching muscles. There are so many epsom salt bath benefits; however, I have to balance them with my water conservation concerns. I often scoop water from the tub to irrigate my flowers, who also beneits from the magnesium in the ... continue reading...
5 Natural Remedies for Cradle Cap (Seborrheic Dermatitis)
As I have stated before, I don't think cradle cap is a big deal, but it sure does bother the grandparents. My experience was the more I removed it, the more it came back on my baby's head. Cradle cap is officially called seborrheic dermatitis, and adults, such as myself, suffer from it as well. Seborrheic dermatitis in infants, also called cradle cap, is a harmless, temporary condition. ... continue reading...
Ate Too Much Halloween Candy? Upset Stomach? 16 Home Remedies to Set You Right
If you didn't follow the 12 Tips to Prevent Your Kids from Eating Too Much Halloween Candy, you may be dealing with Halloween Hangover at your house. Eating too much candy can wreak havoc on your kids' digestion, causing nausea, vomiting, and stomach cramps. Having some home remedies for an upset stomach can save the day (or help you get through the night). Many of the ingredients can be found ... continue reading...
Shoes Transmit Disease, Leave Them by the Door
Dr. Charles Gerba, a microbiologist and professor at the University of Arizona, joined forces with shoemaker Rockport to study what types of microorganisms are transported by footwear. Ten people were given a brand new pair of shoes to use for two weeks before having them tested for bacteria. After two weeks, more than 420,000 units of bacteria were found on the outside of the test shoes. Of ... continue reading...
Healthy Food & Vegetarian Recipes
Maple Lavender Blackberry Scones
"Whole wheat, maple sweetened, vegan, lavender-blackberry scones!" Whaaaaat! Now that is a long title. And, it doesn't even do them justice. These vegan lavender blackberry scones are amazing. They make for a fast and healthy treat ... continue reading...
Zoodles With Cherry Tomatoes and Pine Nuts
In my corner of the world, summer means two things; the sun is toasty and zucchini is dirt cheap. Or, in my case, the zucchini plants are spitting out fruits at a rate we can barely keep up with. When it's hot out the last thing I want to ... continue reading...
Lemon Blackberry Hibiscus Sun Tea
What could be better on a warm day than a cold, refreshing glass of gorgeously colored lemon blackberry hibiscus sun tea? Not much, in my humble opinion. Sun tea is considered to have many benefits, from the fact that you don't ... continue reading...
Italian Rocket Veggie Pizza
Italian rocket veggie pizza, you disappeared too fast. Last April, before I made the choice to become vegan my mom, grandma, and I traveled to Italy to celebrate my grandma's birthday. We (of course) had delicious food, but ... continue reading...
