You may have heard of fighting colds with Vitamin C, but fighting the flu with Vitamin D may be new to you. Exposure to sunshine helps the body manufacture Vitamin D, and Vitamin D boosts the body’s own virus-fighting ability. This, along with other factors, is why colds and flu increase in the wintertime when […]
Continue readingApplying cosmetics and beauty aids to your outside is one way to achieve a type of beauty, but it is no substitute for inner beauty. Applying beauty aids only to the outside neglects the person inside, and can simply become a cover. In order to cultivate beauty that begins inside and shows outside, try some […]
Continue readingThe term “holistic” (or “wholistic”) refers to the integrated interaction between the functioning parts of a whole. Valentine’s Day is a wonderful time to embrace this concept – heart, mind, and body. Here are some ideas for a holistic Valentine’s Day. 1. Go to a holistic spa for a treatment, or buy such a treatment […]
Continue readingDoes the mention of Valentine’s Day make you think of big, heart-shaped boxes of chocolates? Most of us associate this holiday with chocolate indulgence. But there is a healthier way to celebrate this heart-centered holiday. Here are some ideas. * Strawberry roses – Insert a wooden skewer into the bottom of some fresh strawberries. Dip […]
Continue readingThere?s no doubt about it – toddlers can be a bundle of energy. And if you add rain to the mix, they may drive a poor mom, dad or babysitter crazy. Try out some of these fun rainy day craft ideas for toddlers. These crafts may help keep your toddler happy and you sane. Of […]
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