August 17, 2008

Although this web site is a labor of love, I am finding I am dedicating more and more time to keeping Healthy Holistic Living updated with original content.

Some of my regular readers may have noticed that some months were not as productive as others (having a toddler demanding your attention can do that to you).

In my own quest to live as holistically and healthy as possible, I try to share all the valuable knowledge I gain along the way. I certainly hope many of you found useful tips, information or just a good read in my web site. But I now could use your help.

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*What does arscenic, bisphenol A and phthalates, herbicides and VOC's have in common? They can all be found at your local CHILDREN'S PLAYGROUND! Yup, we have come a long way from the days of cement and metal, but it may not be all that good. 'Green' is great but certainly not at the expense of our children's health. Check out Lynn Stratton's latest article Child's Play Can Be Harmful to Their Health

* In 1983, one in 10,000 children was diagnosed with autism. Today, according to the Centers for Disease Control, 1 child in 150 develops autism, why? Is there really a connection between Autism and Vaccines? Are vaccines really safe or should you be concerned about vaccine reactions? Get the facts Vaccinate Early, and Often!

*An all natural first aid kit……..HMMMM……. I hadn't really put too much thought into it. Until the other day when I was digging through our first aid kit, also known as our 'boo boo bag,' for antibiotic ointment for our daughter. It struck me that we generally do not medicate our daughter, so what was I doing heading for your everyday antibiotic ointment? Putting Together an All Natural 'Boo Boo' Bag for Your Child

*The aspartame debate, who's telling the truth? Is it safe or is there something bigger at play here? I am not one for conspiracy theories, but this one takes the cake. Our health should be our number one concern; sadly it doesn't seem to be a priority for everyone. The Spin on Aspartame

*I was thinking the other day about something rather negative. And that led me to think about why we tend to think negative, and why once we start thinking negatively it is so hard to shift gears and get back to positive thoughts. Origin of Negativity

*Are you looking for the best darn homemade dog biscuit recipe? Take a look at this basic recipe that can be altered to your canine’s pleasure and yours if you are so inclined Healthy Homemade Dog Biscuits

* Are you suffering from pain? Are you looking for an all natural treatment or alternative to prescription drugs or over the counter medication? Check out this list of over 50 herbal remedies for pain relief!

* Baking Soda is a staple in just about every household. In some homes it's used strictly for baking, in others you will find the standard box in the refrigerator. In my home, it is used for just about everything. It is cheap, safe and actually does what it claims to do. What more could you ask for! What’s all the hype about baking soda?

*We have all heard about the healing power of writing, but have you ever considered how that translates into cyberspace? A blog is not just a means of making money, it can help keep you emotionally healthy! A Blog a Day Keeps the Doctor Away

~ Maya Angelou

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Going ‘GREEN’…….

Did you know that you are likely leaking electricity?

Yup, according to flatpaneltv.org your appliances, including your TV, have what is called a stand-by-mode. “Standby mode means the TV or appliance is turned off but still plugged in.” So what does this mean? Well it turns out it is a pretty big deal; get this, nearly 20 percent of the electricity used by appliances is lost when they are in standby mode. Wow, who knew?! The answer is simple; just unplug your appliances and TVs when you are not using them. You might be surprised how much you save every month on your electric bill!

*Small changes can make a big difference! To learn more about healthy homes go to My Healthy Home

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Listed below are some of my favorite products. One thing I have found with buying organic or all-natural products is that sometimes you have to try two or three before you find one that works for you. So, hopefully, I can help by making a few recommendations!

* Want to improve your mental health, physical well-being, and even your longevity? Then consider ‘giving’ more. For good health, it is better to give, science suggests

* So the question is, is it better to give than to receive? Well, now there is proof! Joy of Giving

*Well, finally there is proof, money can buy happiness, but just not in the way you may have thought….Yes, Money Can Buy Happiness…..

Stay Well and Healthy,

Michelle