The Non-Toxic Gift Guide: Safer Gifts They’ll Love to Get

Several years ago, I thought I was making all the right choices. I bought “natural” products, read labels, tried to do everything right. Then came the autoimmune diseases. Then the precancer diagnosis and surgery. And the wake-up call that I’d been fooled by greenwashing for years. That’s when everything changed. I realized the products we […]
How to Do An Armpit Detox: Clear Buildup and Reduce Odor Naturally

A client of mine recently reached out, a little concerned. She told me she’d been struggling with body odor —even with her regular deodorant. She’d tried a couple of so-called “clean” natural products in the past, but they didn’t work, so she gave up. Now, with some health concerns on her mind, she knew it […]
Safer Paraben Alternatives: What to Use (and Why It Matters)

When you’re reaching for your favorite lotion, face wash, or even mascara, parabens probably aren’t top of mind. But these sneaky preservatives hide in thousands of personal care products. And the dangers of parabens are very real, from hormone disruption to skin irritation. It’s confusing and honestly a little discouraging when every label seems to […]
