A while back I created a post outlining some examples of ‘human’ foods cats should refrain from investing. I thought I would do a similar post outlining human foods that are dangerous for dogs, and the following information is derived from WebMD. Xylitol: This form of sweetener is used in some baked goods, candies and … More Can My Dog Eat That?
I am relatively open in regards to sharing my experience with my former eating disorder. I refrain from keeping my past illness to myself in hopes of educating and aiding others who may be dealing with an eating disorder personally or who know someone else who is, and I strongly believe education is the most … More The Long-Term Implications of Eating Disorders
I have composed several posts addressing the many uses and benefits of essential oils, so I thought I would do a similar post on natural oils. Natural oils differ from essential oils in the sense that they are often derived from foods or plants and are pressed into an oil formula, and their benefits are … More Natural Oils and How to Use Them
Nails seem like a rather insignificant component of the human body. They can be tedious to maintain and often come in handy as an effective itch-reliever, but it is arguable that their importance in regards to an individual’s overall health is often overlooked. I have heard that nails often act as a reflection of a … More Why Your Nails Are More Important Than You Think
Shaving itself can be quite annoyance, but the painful and uncomfortable bumps that often accompany shaving in the form of a rash are even more irritating. Shaving gels and creams can be purchased that claim to prevent razor bumps from developing on freshly shaven skin, however I have yet to find a product that stays … More At-Home Remedies for Razor Bumps
Sleep is undoubtedly an integral component of our lives. It is a daily necessity that allows our bodies to recharge and heal and is not something that should falter in the amount of attantion it is given. Unfortunately, for a lot of individuals, sleep is something that is often oppressed because of other responsibilities and … More 3 Tips For A Better Sleep
Any individual who has a substantial amount of hair on their head is well aware of the dread that occurs after a day spent in high winds. You shower and deeply shampoo and condition your hair in an attempt to rid as many knots from your mop as possible, yet when you get out of … More Preventing Hair Tangling
Coming up with potential blog topics can be challenging. I always try to write about something that snags my attention on a given day, and today’s intriguing topic happens to be barbecuing. It may sound rather random, however it dawned on me today that barbecuing is arguably one of the most flexible means of cooking … More The Versatility of Barbecuing
Hamburgers have become a bit of a challenge for me in regards to my diet. I love hamburgers, don’t get me wrong, however unless I am eating homemade beef burgers I can never be entirely sure that I am eating a gluten-free patty. For this reason, I typically consume turkey or chicken burgers, but poultry … More Bison Meat: The New Ground Beef
With summer comes the pressure to achieve a so-called “beach body”, and while I am not particularly a fan of this societal expectation and feel as though individuals should embrace their bodies in every season, a lot of persons are attempting to get into shape before their first trip to the beach. For that reason, … More The 5 Best Exercises for Glutes
Healthier alternatives in regards to fast food are tough to designate. I would argue that for a majority of individuals, the phrase “fast food” brings to mind the image of a greasy hamburger and heavily salted fries. While this may be the most common food combination offered by fast food chains, it does not apply … More Pita Pit: Fresh, Healthy Thinking
A couple of days ago my boyfriend and I watched the film Deepwater Horizon. It depicts the true story of the oil spill that occurred in the Gulf of Mexico resulting from the oil rig Deepwater Horizon, and because I found the film to be so enthralling I thought I would do some research and … More Deepwater Horizon
Making use of my diffuser prior to going to sleep at night has quickly become one of the most relaxing things I can do before bed. I find the gentle whirring noise of my diffuser to be weirdly soothing, and the light scent of essential oils throughout my room is a pleasant thing snooze off … More Product Review: Mystic Moments Essential Oils of Italy
Canadian Infertility Awareness Week, or CIAW, is an annual occurrence intended to generate a better understand of the struggles and frustrations associated with infertility amongst couples and single individuals. This year, CIAW runs from May 7th to the 13th, and I thought I would compose a post addressing the topic of infertility to acknowledge the men and women … More Canadian Infertility Awareness Week
Giving persons advice regarding the relationship they have with their partner can be a fickle thing. Considering all relationships are unique and contain different dynamics, it can be difficult to determine any sort of advice to abide by because all persons value different things in the relationships they maintain individually. I titled this post as … More 3 Tips for A Healthy Relationship
Wearing a facial SPF has always been an issue for me. I have sensitive, oily and acne prone skin, therefore it is difficult to designate a facial SPF that won’t make any of my pre-existing skin concerns worse. Wearing a facial SPF and furthermore SPF in general when out in the sun is so important. … More The Best Facial SPF’s for Acne Prone Skin
Having pets is a truly wonderful and rewarding experience. They are loyal companions to you in your everyday living, and chances are you’ve given them “people” food at some point or another, people food meaning food from your own plate. A majority of individuals are unaware of what food can or may be poisonous to … More Can I Feed My Cat That?
Essential oils are a wonderful thing. They offer a multitude of health benefits (as I addressed in a previous post regarding diffusers and their positive impact on the body and home) and furthermore smell lovely. They also, however, act as powerful cleaning agents that can be used in a variety of ways around the house, … More Essential Oils: Your New Household Cleaner
It is probable that at some point in your life you have felt overly tired. It may be a result of strenuous activity or even stress, however if you find yourself feeling tired and sluggish more days than not, it may be possible that you are deficient in iron. I am by no means a … More Iron Deficiencies
It seems as though more and more persons of contemporary society are making a conscious effort to eliminate as many chemicals from their lives as possible. Unfortunately, a lot of beauty and self-maintenance products contain a multitude of what can be harmful chemicals, therefore it can be difficult to designate natural product alternatives that actually … More Natural Deodorants: Do They Work?
Spices are a fabulous thing to add to a majority of different culinary dishes and creations. They come in essentially every flavour and are each unique in terms of taste, however I would argue that a lot of individuals are reluctant to incorporate spices into their cooking dishes because there are so many to choose … More How to Use More Spice
Several years ago I sprained my right foot rather badly and tore different ligaments in the process. I was still experiencing a lot of discomfort in my foot several years after the initial sprain, and after seeing a specialist I learned that I actually had a stress fracture in my foot the entire time. I … More Foot Sprains
As I have stated here on my blog approximately fifty times, I am intolerant to dairy. It is hard and can make cooking and/or eating a challenging affair on occasion, therefore I thought I might provide some information about dairy-free milk alternatives for any other persons with intolerances or allergies to dairy. There are ten … More Dairy-Free Milk Alternatives
For university and college students, April unfortunately marks the commencement of exam season. It is a simultaneously wonderful and terrible time of year because it signifies the end of a year but also the beginning of many sleepless nights and countless cups of coffee. Let’s face it – exams suck. With that being said, I … More Study Tips
Honey, for some individuals, is an essential dietary staple. It is a healthier alternative to standardized sugar in terms of serving as a sweetener and can be used in a variety of culinary dishes to present a unique and delightful flavour. In addition to being a tasty ingredient, honey offers a multitude of health benefits … More Manuka Honey
There are more and more sugar substitutes and alternatives being developed in contemporary society. Sugar is an integral component of the foods we consume on a daily basis, therefore it is important to be aware of what sort of sweetener is being used in the foods we are eating. Aspartame is arguably the most popular … More What is Aspartame?
I was fortunate enough to discover the brand Glutino a couple of weeks ago while grocery shopping for school. I was scrounging the gluten free frozen food section, attempting to locate a specific type of wrap I have been enjoying as of late, and instead came across Glutino’s white sandwich loaf. Gluten free bread is a hit … More Product Review: Glutino Bread
I was saddened to hear about the recent passing of thirty-one year-old Amy Bleuel, a mental health advocate and the founder of the Project Semicolon. Project Semicolon was created by Bleuel in 2013 when she encouraged persons impacted by mental illness to draw a semicolon on their wrist and post a photo of the drawing … More Amy Bleuel and Project Semicolon
A few years ago I purchased myself a Himalayan salt lamp. I think I used it for a month or two before I retired it to a lonely cupboard in my bedroom dresser, however after reading about the many positives this item offers I may have to consider bringing it out of hiding. Many persons … More The Benefits of Owning a Himalayan Salt Lamp
We’ve all been there. You’re conversing with someone and you catch a whiff of your own breath and have to suppress the urge to gag because the scent is so foul. While bad breath can and typically is rather embarrassing, it certainly is not abnormal nor is it impossible to prevent or manage. The following … More How to Combat Bad Breath
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