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by Sophia Ruan Gushée

In NYC, we're in the full swing of winter, which includes more prevalence of the common cold.

Symptoms of the common cold include sore throat, runny nose, stuffy nose, coughing, sneezing, headaches, and body aches. While the common cold occurs more often in the winter and spring, people are affected all year by the common cold.

If you feel early signs of the common cold (usually a sore throat and runny nose), then take...

by Sophia Ruan Gushée

Please join me for the Detox Global Summit! This online summit begins Monday, January 28th, and there is no cost to attend.

Detoxification can be extremely supportive whether you are facing a health challenge or you just want to lead your healthiest life possible. Dr. Kurt Woeller and Terri Hirning have gathered over 25 leading experts to present the science, their clinical results, and steps you can take to help detoxify your mind, body, and home....

by Sophia Ruan Gushée

Give loved ones the gift of nature for their homes.

Detoxing your home and integrating nature indoors is key to transforming your home into the healing place we all deserve.

The gift guide below is a curated list of ten fun options: plants, indoor trees, an indoor herb garden, Home Detox 101, and more. Most items in the gift guide below is available on Amazon, which doesn't get more convenient!

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 by Sophia Ruan Gushée

From afar, over many years, I have felt deep gratitude for Dr. David Carpenter’s career and portfolio of work.

Dr. Carpenter serves many roles for the benefit of public health. A short list from Dr. Carpenter’s dedicated career include:

• director of the Institute for Health and the Environment at University of Albany's School of Public Health, which is also a a Collaborating Center of the World Health Organization,
• professor...

By Angela Cummings

Going #2 (as the kids say) is a natural, healthy occurrence for all humans (and animals), but we’re often embarrassed by the smell left behind.

We tend to reach for toxic sprays to cover-up those embarrassing smells.

However, there are nontoxic alternatives that can be used!

In this article, we’ll discuss how conventional sprays can be toxic, and how to make your own natural bathroom sprays for a nontoxic home environment.

What Are the Harmful...

by Sophia Ruan Gushée

I believe that, in general, our bodies were born to thrive. And that we can fuel the resiliency and healing of our bodies and wellness by removing unnecessary man-made obstacles: toxic exposures from our cleaning products, beauty products and self-care routines, diet, interior furnishings, children's products, and from our technologies.

These toxic exposures are an overlooked pillar of health that deserve as much consideration as what we eat and drink, and...

by editorial team

Although reality TV shows can be very entertaining, how are they influencing the younger generation?

Research has shown that, while mature audiences may be able to distinguish between reality and reality television, it's harder for children and adolescents to do so.

In this article, we will discuss the impact that reality TV can have on the younger generation, and share a few ways in which parents can support a healthier understanding of reality TV.

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by editorial team and Sophia Ruan Gushée

Make your own natural bubble bath, and you can avoid bathing in petrochemical ingredients that may contribute to health issues.

The chemicals found in conventional bubble bath soaps contain chemicals that you should avoid.

Make your own natural bubble bath, and you (and your baby) can avoid harmful chemicals.

Below is a list of nontoxic ingredients for you to use!

How Chemicals in Conventional Bubble Baths Can Harm You...

by Angela Cummings

Do you have symptoms of mold in the bedroom?

There are approximately 1.5 million species of mold that exist, according to the National Institute of Health Environmental Health Sciences.

Various mold species can be found indoors, and in the bedroom.

In this article, we’ll discuss common indoor molds and symptoms to watch for.

What Kinds of Mold in Bedrooms Are Toxic?

The most common types of indoor mold include: Aspergillus, Alternaria, Acremonium,...

by Angela Cummings

Are you looking for a natural way to clean the caked on food and grease from your oven?

You’re not alone! Especially during baking season, when there is frequent oven use.

This article covers the frequency to clean your oven, materials, and ingredients to use, and steps to follow.

Why Is a Clean Oven Important? How Often Should I Clean It?

Caked on crusted food that drops to the bottom of stoves can burn and start to smoke or smolder.

Grease and grime on...