Some days, I just want my life back! I want to see the pretty girl whose eyes sparkle with hope. I want to hear her laugh and say everything will be alright. I miss her infectious joy, her passion for life, and her unwavering faith. I miss who she was …
Let’s be honest; fragrances stink. They are bad for our health and for the health of our pets. Exposure to fragranced consumer items has been known to cause debilitating symptoms in adults and children. When it comes to the clothes I wear, I personally don’t want a chemical cocktail of endocrine-disrupting, …
Pau d’Arco, also known as Lapacho or Taheebo, is an incredibly beautiful tree native to the Amazon rainforest and other tropical regions of South America. The inner bark of the Pau d’Arco tree has been used for centuries by indigenous people for a variety of health purposes. I was first introduced to …
If there is one thing about mold that I’ve heard countless times is that it’s all over the earth, so it isn’t an issue to be worried about. People have literally said to me that mold is everywhere, so what is the big deal if someone has mold in their home (sigh). …
Over the last decade and a half, fragrance has probably been the second most difficult topic for me to discuss with friends and family. As a side note, talking about toxic mold and its effects on our health and family life takes first place as the most difficult topic to …
The loss and constant suffering of mold illness and chemical injury can feel like you are constantly in and out of funerals. You bury one loss only to find that there is yet another one that you have to bury. Month after month, year after year, these losses can leave you feeling heartbroken, angry, …
I can’t pretend that I have a perfect marriage, nor can I say that we have always handled everything thrown at us with grace and patience. We’ve tried, but we’ve failed and started over so many times. Truth be told, we have fallen flat on our faces. We have quit, …
When I first learned about fire cider as a teenager, I envisioned a dragon breathing out fire. Something about the name made me feel as if it was some magical drink that would make one breathe out fire. So what exactly is fire cider? Fire cider is a tonic made …
In this post, I would like to talk about some of the things that people go through after they are injured by chemicals, toxic mold, and other toxins inside water-damaged buildings. I also want to share helpful tips for friends and family members of those who are suffering through a series …
Ear infections and ear pain can be extremely uncomfortable, especially for little ones. At home we have used this remedy for many years along with organic mullein and garlic oil in the affected ear. Before moving forward I must state that it’s very important that you discuss your concerns with …
Things to keep in mind when you are visiting someone with Chemical Intolerances & Sensitivities If you are reading this article, it is probably because someone has sent it to you, someone who is suffering from an immune system condition like MCAD or an Environmental Illness like Toxicant-Induced Loss of Tolerance, …
I have been making my own electrolyte water for many years, but about two years ago, I started to add fermented juice and or liquid whey to give it added nutrition. Many friends ask me why the heck I waste so much time making my own stuff. Frankly, I don’t …
As a child, I absolutely disliked Brussels sprouts; I didn’t want to see them, smell them or eat them. My mom would serve them up slightly boiled with salt and onions, and it was definitely no favorite of mine. As I have gotten older, learning to cook these green bundles …
From before the time of Queen Esther, people have been enjoying cleansing and detox baths for vitality, purification, and healing. Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans enjoyed lavish baths in community pools, springs, and rivers. Cleansing pools were often filled with herbs and healing aromatic herbal oils. Both cold and hot baths …
A few days ago, this little bundle of fur made its way into my life. Although I have denied my kids the opportunity of having a kitten due to my health, I could not resist this cuteness, especially since my son rescued her. To see your teen’s eyes light up …
Adults are not the only ones affected by Mycotoxins, chemicals, and other environmental contaminants. From my research and interviews with medical professionals, mold remediators, and affected families, I can tell you that children, especially young children are just as vulnerable as adults to illnesses caused by environmental toxins. One of …
Because I know so many people who are dealing with this malady, I am going to share just a bit of my story and what has helped me with health issues associated with toxic mold exposure. I hope you are encouraged. Please feel free to share this post with others …
For some, having a medicine cabinet means opening up a bathroom cabinet whilst bottles upon bottles of prescription drugs fall out. For others (I fall into this category), it means herbal tinctures, glycerites, supplements, handcrafted oils, and medicinal tea! I am a firm believer in God’s medicinal cabinet, also known …
Do you have hair that frizzes or irritation on your scalp? I have a quick and simple solution for you. Aloe Vera. This cactus-like plant has a number of potential benefits for the hair. Some of the most notable benefits include: Moisturizing: Aloe vera is a natural humectant, which means …
