Parents know the importance of sleep for their children, but somehow most adults stop considering sleep to be a main priority for their own health. Unfortunately, that’s not the case, and ignoring a problem with insomnia or irregular sleeping patterns can increase your risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, weight gain, and depression (1)!… View Article
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It’s safe to say that smooth skin, easy hair removal, thicker lashes and fuller eye brows are on the wish list of most women. Unfortunately, not only are the conventional products often expensive, but they can also involve rubbing synthetic chemicals onto your skin. These chemicals then get absorbed into the bloodstream and have been linked to… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Dr. Axe. Wearing nail polish can be a great way to maintain good-looking toenails and fingernails. And who doesn’t love a relaxing manicure and pedicure? But if you choose to wear nail polish, consider the chemicals that come with it, especially the common chemicals used… View Article
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Your metabolism is one of the most important functions in your body because it turns food into energy, contributes to cellular processes, helps manufacture important proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, and carbohydrates, and eliminates waste from your body. If your metabolism dysfunctions or slows down, your health will suffer. Fortunately, it’s in your hands to help… View Article
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Your metabolism is one of the most important functions in your body because it turns food into energy, contributes to cellular processes, helps manufacture important proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, and carbohydrates, and eliminates waste from your body. If your metabolism dysfunctions or slows down, your health will suffer. Fortunately, it’s in your hands to help… View Article
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If you’ve ever had a nagging cold, relentless migraines, or acne that just won’t go away, chances are you’ve tried every drug, cream, and medicine on the market. Unfortunately, many of these drugs have both known and unknown side effects, such as a damaged stomach lining or making you drowsy, that effect our future health and… View Article
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Rubbing alcohol is one of the most useful substances that you should always have in your home. You can use rubbing alcohol to dissolve other substances, improve your personal care and health, fix your damaged clothes and accessories, clean your home, and manage your garden. Take Care Of Clothes And Accessories 1. Remove Ink Stains… View Article
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The world of alternative medicine is filled with amazing natural remedies for illnesses and maladies ranging from the common cold to migraines, to even chronic diseases like arthritis or Crohn’s. Amongst all the herbs and spices, one of the most highly regarded natural remedies is ginger root. While it is very good remedy for many… View Article
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This amazing guest post was written by Holly Bertone, PMP, and CEO of Pink Fortitude! You can check out their website here! Just when you think there is nothing worse than dry winter skin, summer happens. Summertime creates its own share of issues for your skin such as bug bites, stings, heat rashes, sunburn, and… View Article
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This amazing post was written by Jenn Ryan, a freelance writer, and editor who’s passionate about natural health, fitness, gluten-free, and animals. You can read more of her work at thegreenwritingdesk.com. There are many reasons the body stores fluid, especially in your legs and ankles. If you’ve ever been on a really long airplane flight,… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at PaleoHacks. This whipped sunscreen moisturizes skin while protecting it from the sun by using the natural SPF in zinc oxide for a toxin-free sunscreen. Zinc oxide is a treasure in the cosmetic world for its plethora of uses, from diaper rash cream to providing the… View Article
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Ticks present a serious health threat to North Americans. They can transmit dangerous, debilitating, and life-altering diseases that should never be brushed aside or thought of as only a casual threat. Diseases such as Lyme Disease or Powassan Disease , when administered through a tick bite, can be passed into your body within 24 hours, or… View Article
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Smelling herbal essential oils or incense can relax and de-stress you, but burning bay leaves can also reduce feelings of anxiety. Bay leaves owe their health benefits to have three compounds: pinene, cineol, and linalool. These compounds have anti-anxiety properties that can help you relax when you burn and inhale their aroma. How Bay Leaves… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Dr. Mercola. Frankincense has a significant meaning in Christianity, and is believed to be one of the gifts offered by the three wise men to the newborn Jesus. Today, this fragrant resin is transformed into an essential oil that’s valued not only in religious practice,… View Article
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This fantastic article was written by Sophie Addison, a popular blogger and skincare expert. We encourage you to check her out on Facebook, and Pinterest. DIY Anti-Itch Cream for Mosquito and Bug Bites / Homemade ‘Cortisone’ Cream Summer, everyone’s favorite season, but with summer, there also come bug bites. Somehow, it seems impossible to avoid… View Article
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People have been growing and using plants since the beginning of time, and for good reason! Nearly all of the vitamins and minerals we need in our diets to thrive and be healthy, happy people come from plants. Beyond just nutritional value, however, there are thousands of types of plants that have a more medicinal… View Article
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Peppermint oil is one of the most widely used essential oils, found in everything from candy canes, to chewing gum, to toothpaste. Beyond its good smell and unique, refreshing taste, however, peppermint essential oil has a number of benefits for your health. While some of these uses you may already know, there are many uses… View Article
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Every morning, after enjoying a hot cup of coffee, most of us toss our used coffee grounds in the compost or garbage without giving them a second thought. Or perhaps you bought a different brand of coffee that turned out to have an underwhelming flavor and is now sitting stale at the back of your pantry…. View Article
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Herbs have many amazing healing properties and one of their most fascinating qualities is their potential ability to affect your hormones in a positive way. Five of the herbs that are of special interest to hormonal health and hormone balancing are: thyme, holy basil, clary sage, sandalwood, and myrtle. What do we mean when we… View Article
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Peppermint, or Mentha piperita, has a long, rich, and interesting history. As a hybrid of two other herbs, spearmint and watermint, its peppery nature is what makes this herb unique. The plant grows in moist areas all throughout North America and Europe but is thought to have originated in the Mediterranean.[1] Historically, peppermint was used in… View Article
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The Hearty Soul is pleased to bring you this article in collaboration with Floracopeia, maker of high quality pure essential oils and flower essences for mental, physical and spiritual health. Hearty Soul readers can get 20% off Floracopeia’s quality botanical products by using the promo code HEARTYSOUL by May 26th. Stress relief seems hard to come… View Article
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Essential oils are powerful. You can use them for therapeutic reasons such as treating wounds and relieving headaches, to help you relax, or simply because you want to smell nice. However, essential oils do not come without risks and you should be aware of the dangers of incorrect use. Elise, a woman who got severe… View Article
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This article is brought to you by Derma-e, an extraordinary skin care company in the U.S. that believes healthy, glowing skin is possible when you simply use the right combination of potent vitamins, wholesome nutrients and exceptional ingredients. Right now, Derma-e is offering all readers of The Hearty Soul a XX discount with the promo code XX…. View Article
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Many store-bought products like shampoo, skin care, laundry detergent and cleaning supplies can be expensive and are often filled with ingredients that aren’t so healthy for your body. Substituting all those products with natural products in not as hard as it seems. In fact, castile soap, an all-natural cleaning product, can cleanse your face, clean… View Article
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This amazing guest post was written by Sue Hughes M.S.Ed., a certified Nutrition and Wellness counselor. We encourage you to check out her website here and follow her on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest! 20 Ways to Use Lavender to Reduce Stress and Anxiety Inside Your Mind, Body, and Home Do you ever feel stressed? I’m guessing… View Article
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When coming home after a tiring 8-hour day at work, getting the right amount of exercise can be challenging. We’re stressed out, tired, and have spent hours accommodating other people. Taking a half-hour walk is likely not the most appealing way to spend your limited amount of free time. However, while exercise is important, it… View Article
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Losing weight is often more complicated than it seems on the surface. Whole grains? No grains? Low fat? No- fat is good, carbs are bad! Cardio is best for weight loss; No, strength training is more effective! Trying to navigate through tips from “life coaches”, personal trainers, dieticians and nutritionists is daunting, overwhelming, and instead of losing… View Article
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Everyone remembers the periodic head lice checks at school, and the tense days after when letters are sent out informing parents that “a student in your child’s class has lice”, or worse, you were the one with the nasty critters running around on your scalp. Though head lice are not dangerous, their bites are annoyingly itchy and… View Article
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Everyone remembers the periodic head lice checks at school, and the tense days after when letters are sent out informing parents that “a student in your child’s class has lice”, or worse, you were the one with the nasty critters running around on your scalp. Though head lice are not dangerous, their bites are annoyingly itchy and… View Article
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This guest post was written by Elisha of My Health Maven. She is deeply passionate about educating people and empowering them to lead healthier lives. We encourage you to check out her blog and follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest! Many people suffer with callouses and cracked heels. As the skin thickens on the… View Article
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As a society, we are chronically underslept. Adults should be getting 7.5-8 hours of shut-eye each night, but are averaging less than 7. (1) Once you take into account the actually quality of that sleep (i.e. undisturbed and restful), the outlook is pretty grim. We’ve turned into a nation of sleepwalkers, and it now may be one… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Medicaldaily.com. In the United States, about 38 million people currently suffer from migraines, according to the Migraine Research Foundation. These headaches can be very serious — migraines are actually the sixth most disabling illness in the world. Federal regulations previously prevented scientists from studying the effects of… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Naturallivingideas.com. Tea tree oil is one of the most extensively researched of all essential oils. Produced from a shrub-like tree known as Melaleuca in Australia, according to the University of Sydney, native aboriginals are believed to have taken advantage of its many healing benefits to treat… View Article
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This article is shared with permission from our friends at Medicalnewstoday.com. Essential oils are used for many purposes, from serving as a natural mosquito repellent to reducing back and neck pain. However, can essential oils help treat depression? Essential oils do not cure depression and should not be used as an alternative to the treatment prescribed… View Article
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Chamomile is one of the most ancient medicinal herbs known to mankind. Many different preparations of chamomile have been developed over the years, and the most popular is in the form of herbal tea, with more than 1 million cups consumed per day. (1) But many people don’t know that Roman chamomile essential oil is even more effective than tea and … Read More
Castor oil is a remedy that has been used by traditional healers for a long time. Originating in India, this oil is great for numerous things including antibacterial applications, treating skin conditions, reducing pain, and stimulating the immune system (1). Ricinoleic acid Castor oil comes from the castor seed, Ricinus communis, and is a triglyceride… View Article
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This guest post was written by Elisha of My Health Maven. She is deeply passionate about educating people and empowering them to lead healthier lives. We encourage you to check out her blog and follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest! Aromatherapy and heat can be an excellent combination for pain relief, so before you reach… View Article
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Did you know that about 25 percent of the drugs prescribed worldwide are derived from plants? Of the 252 drugs in the World Health Organization’s essential medicine list, 11 percent are exclusively of plant origin. In fact, about 200 years ago the first pharmacological compound, morphine, was produced from opium extracted from the seed pods of the poppy flower. Since then, … Read More
We’ve heard about the powerful therapeutic properties of fish oil before, but did you know that oils derived from birds can also be beneficial? Emu oil is made up of essential fatty acids, like omega-3s, and it naturally reduces inflammation and treats skin conditions, among many other incredible benefits. In fact, a 2012 study conducted in Australia found that emu … Read More