Chronic Pain – Common as a Cold In my years as a chiropractor, I’ve seen firsthand how debilitating autoimmune diseases can be – and with the rise in poor nutrition, sedentary lifestyles, and use of prescription medications, these diagnoses are becoming more and more common amongst people of all ages. Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), the...
While Peter and I are busy moving this weekend, the rest of you Canadians and Americans are going to be celebrating – Canada Day and Independence Day, respectively. There will be lots of time spent outdoors, maybe at the beach, picnics and barbecues, fireworks, and there MAY be drinking. Fear not! This is your...
Wild Thing Essential Oil Diffuser Blend A blend that is sure to make your heart sing! Why these oils? While I always check to be a sure a blend smells delicious before sharing it with you, I start by choosing oils with specific properties that are known to support whatever it is I have going on in my...
Enjoy your weekend a bit too much? We’ve all been there, but before you reach for those OTCs, I have a few tricks up my sleeve that are much more gentle on your body, and may even speed up your recovery time! Holistic Ways to Ease Your Hangover: Coconut Water The best way to ward...
Attention Gardeners! *GIVEAWAY CLOSED* Trying to avoid chemicals in your garden this year, in favour of more natural methods? I commend your efforts to help heal our planet, and would love to give you the gift of essential oils to help you on your way. What do essential oils have to do with my...
I love strawberries, so it was really disheartening to read that they are now at the top of the Environmental Working Group’s Dirty Dozen list. Yes, we can pay nearly double the price for certified organic, but that’s just not a viable option for most families. There is also the common misconception that organic means NO...
Drop by Drop – Cassia Essential Oil Yes, it’s true, diffusing Cassia Essential Oil can help spark feelings of arousal, but the benefits of this oil don’t stop there! Since we already have our minds in the bedroom 😉 get out your favorite carrier oil, add a few drops of Cassia and enjoy a massage with your...
There is something earthy and wholesome about root vegetables, wouldn’t you say? Like eating them directly reconnects us to where we came from. Or maybe that’s just my inner hippie mama talking. Either way, this dish makes a lovely side – even my family of eclectic eaters enjoyed it! The sweetness of the potato and pears is complemented...
DIY Essential Oil Hand Cleanser – Perfect on the go! If you go camping, travel or have a kid or two in tow, you know that the most messy, inopportune times are those when clean, running water is not available. Prepare yourself for those times and keep this simple, non-toxic DIY hand cleanser in your bag. I’m...
Are you prepping your home to list for sale? There are so many things to consider when putting your home on the market: which real estate agent to work with, what repairs need to be completed, photos, showings…Selling your home, while exciting, is a good deal of work, allowing one very important detail to...
