As if the harsh winter air and weather weren’t enough for your skin, colds and flus can make things worse. Constant sneezing and teary eyes could irritate your skin. And if you’ve got a terribly sniffly nose that has you shoving tissues into your face all day? Your nose isn’t going to come out unscathed. […]

It can be hard to get your nutrients from fresh sources in the winter. But it’s not impossible! Even if you absolutely can’t get your hands on fresh food, you can still make sure your body is getting all the vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients it needs to stay healthy. Buying or Growing Food One […]

There’s some truth to the saying that when you look good, you feel good. Even something as superficial as your clothing can greatly increase your self-confidence and your mood. The same goes for your skin and your hair. We can probably all attest to that. If we like what we see in the mirror, we […]

You do the best you can to be healthy. You watch what you eat, make sure you get enough sleep and exercise, and keep your stress down as much as possible. Despite all your efforts, you may still feel like something’s dragging you down, but what? It could be toxins. We expose ourselves to toxins […]

Getting your skin to look its best takes time, effort, and a little bit of cash. So of course you want to make sure that your products are giving you the maximum result. Here are some tips that you can try to get the most out of your skin-care products. 1. Exfoliate. The dead skin […]

Eating out at a restaurant doesn’t have to interrupt your diet! You can still make smart choices about your meals and maintain a healthy diet while grabbing some food at a restaurant. It all comes down to some good planning, careful orders, and better eating habits. Know Before You Go If you know ahead of […]

Addictions aren’t good for you, not even when you’re addicted to something that’s supposed to be “good” for you, like coffee. Despite how difficult you might think it is, it is possible to kick the coffee habit. All you’ll really need is some magnesium and a little detoxifying. The Good and Bad About Coffee In […]

What if I told you that the miracle mineral you need is one that most people are deficient in? Magnesium is a bit of a hidden gem when it comes to overall health. Magnesium has numerous mental and physical benefits, affecting things ranging from anxiety to muscle health. (1) If there were such a thing […]

In the 1944 classic “Accentuate the Positive” so masterfully sung by Bing Crosby, Sam Cooke and countless others, the song begins with the lyrics, “You’ve got to accentuate the positive, eliminate the negative.” Margarita Zeyger a highly regarded spa owner in the greater New York City area, would argue that simple refrain is equally applicable […]

It’s easy to look at someone with acne and speculate that if they just slathered on a topical cream containing benzoyl peroxide, or wiped their face with pads drenched in salicylic acid, their complexion would immeasurably improve. Sadly, that’s not the case – as the millions of Americans of all ages, genders and ethnicities who […]