8 Natural Pain Remedies

Whether you suffer from arthritis, joint, or muscular pain, sometimes you need relief. Prescription drugs have their place in acute and chronic pain management, yet they are highly addictive and overused. Natural pain remedies are effective and typically safe to use … [Read more...]

Is Organic Milk Really Better? (YES!)

Consumer perceptions about foods and health are not always based on science. We are influenced by advertising, friends, and community. Take for example organically-grown food. We know organic farming practices are better for the earth and farm workers, but is it really better … [Read more...]

Home Birth Equity: Stigmas, Medicaid, & Insurance

Both my children were born at home. I have several friends that are midwives. I believe all women should have access to quality home birth care if that is their choice. Yet there is a huge inequity in home birth rates largely due to stigmas, as well as Medicaid and private … [Read more...]

Natural Ingredients to Avoid: Why is SLS bad?

There are certain ingredients in personal care that have become buzz words of caution. Carrageenan, sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), 1,4-Dioxane, fluoride, and nanoparticles are just a few examples. SLS is a common natural ingredient to avoid. Photo … [Read more...]

Hygiene Hypothesis: Don’t be afraid of Dirt!

When my first child began to crawl, I bought a steam floor cleaner that promised to kill germs. I would religiously steam clean the floors every couple of days, but with multiple pets and country living, there was no real way to make my home germ-free (thankfully). Turns out we … [Read more...]