Amber Beads: Science or Hippie Hype?

Amber Beads: Science or Hippie Hype?

Nov 27, 2017 | Natural Solutions

As a mom with a science degree I need proof before I can bite off on something that seems a little… hippie. I want to use natural solutions and tools when possible, but I want to make sure they are safe, scientifically proven and effective. When we discovered...
“Let food be thy medicine” Hippocrates

“Let food be thy medicine” Hippocrates

Nov 20, 2017 | Nutrition

People ask me all the time, “what started you on your wellness journey?”. I can without a doubt say it was when I read the book It Starts with Food by Dallas and Melissa Hartwig. Let me start by saying… I hate reading, but this book was simple. It explains how the...
Our Journey to Two Special Feet

Our Journey to Two Special Feet

Nov 13, 2017 | Clubfoot

We were in the midst of summer Permanent Change of Station (PCS-military moving) season but weren’t on alert because we were historically “winter” movers. My husband had orders in hand for his next job which would be at least a year away, with backup orders already in...
What’s Really in Your Essential Oils? Are They Safe?

What’s Really in Your Essential Oils? Are They Safe?

Nov 6, 2017 | Essential Oils

According to the Aromatic Plant Research Center, 80% of essential oils are adulterated. Only about 5% of the total global production of essential oils is ultimately designed for therapeutic use. Most essential oils are produced for fragrance or flavoring. Due to the...