Fair trade is a term you are most likely hearing with increasing frequency, but you may be hesitant or reserved from diving head first into its mysterious realm. You may have seen it on a coffee label, a banana or maybe your makeup, and are wondering exactly what it...
From time immemorial, amino acids have existed as building blocks to the creation and survival of organic organisms. These essential chemicals create proteins, which, next to water, make up the bulk of a human’s body weight. The proteins made from amino acids are used in the growth, repair and...
In 2008, vitamin D made headline after headline thanks to mounting research about its health benefits. A common thread among the key findings is that this vitamin is extremely important for many aspects of our health—and most of us aren’t getting enough of it. Why We Need D There...
Natural and Organic are safer options for baby care. Diaper Dilemmas Conventional disposable diapers are filling landfills, and have serious health risks as well. These diapers often claim to keep a baby drier, but in turn, parents might end up delaying a diaper change, leaving the baby’s skin in...
Cleaning products are supposed to keep us safe, comfortable and healthy. However, because most conventional products can be extremely toxic, our homes literally have us running a poison gauntlet—whether we realize it yet or not. Having a clean home is important to all of us, but the results of...
The natural products industry is full of small business owners for whom the threat of big chain stores constantly looms on the horizon. While studies demonstrate people tend to purchase a greater percentage of their groceries and other merchandise from these larger stores, many smaller businesses do succeed. Recently,...
The rich hues of fresh fruits and vegetables are not only aesthetically pleasing; they’re good for you, too. Most yellow, orange and red pigments synthesized by plants are called carotenoids, and are essential to a healthy diet. These fat-soluble antioxidants are made by plants to protect themselves from free...
Genetic modification is a part of today’s life; don’t let it take you by surprise. Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are becoming more and more prominent in today’s marketplace, so it is important to understand what they are and some of the issues they raise. A GMO plant has been genetically...
Ever wonder why doctors always tell you to take your vitamins? Vitamins help maintain optimal health and wellness. Unfortunately, some cannot be found in your everyday diet and we often do not eat enough to experience the maximum benefits. Therefore, it is critical to consider proper supplementation of your...
