Do You Know What’s in Your Makeup?

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On average, Americans use 10 cosmetic products every single day. This means that on average, they typical woman is exposing herself to over 100 distinct chemicals, many of them toxic, before leaving the bathroom. Y’all. That is insane! We’re living in an age where 1 in 2 men and 1 in 3 women are diagnosed with cancer! So…

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4 Natural Burn Remedies + A DIY Cooling Mist Recipe

4 Natural Burn Remedies + A DIY Cooling Mist Recipe

Last night I was making dinner, and the kids got underfoot…which means I got sloppy and splashed bone broth down my shirt. That’s right. I burned my cleavage. Ouch. Cue Googling “natural burn remedies”. 4 Natural Burn Remedies + A DIY Cooling Mist Recipe And since hubby says that burned boobs do not make a…

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Your Body’s Not Going to Clean Itself Up

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I am so incredibly excited to introduce my dear friend Jen. She’s amazing, and has overcome so much! She’s also my decluttering guru:  When my body started to “fall apart” (as I call it) in late 2011, I had no idea what was going on.  Suddenly, in my early 30’s, I was having more health…

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Why You Need The Ultimate Healthy Living Bundle

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Do you ever feel overwhelmed by healthy living? It’s not that you don’t understand or agree with why it matters. You’re sold on the merits of eating whole foods, raising healthier kids, avoiding toxins and chemicals, getting fit, and using alternative remedies. But sometimes it’s a whole lot easier to say than to actually do,…

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Keep White Shoes Fierce

How to Keep Your White Shoes Fierce

I’m a shoe girl. Always have been. So when Puma asked to sponsor an honest review of their Fierce shoe line, I jumped at the chance. I mean, they’re shoes. Let’s take a look at the specs on these real quick, shall we? Puma’s Fierce shoe has a very different shape-it’s what they call a “demi-cut…

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Switch to Safe Skincare (Without Going Broke)

How to Switch to Safe Skincare Without Breaking the Bank

I got a few “God winks” about safe skincare this past week. First, I got the following email: Brea, how do I prioritize the switch to safer products? What do I start with?” And then, my mom and I were discussing the effect of using products known to cause endocrine disruption, irritation, and adverse reactions. As we…

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6 Surprising Ways to Use Frankincense Essential Oil

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One of my favorite essential oils is frankincense. Not just because I’ve been absolutely obsessed with it since I was a kid in Catholic Church, but because it always seemed so mysterious. I mean, really, it’s mentioned in the bible. And the wise men felt it was important enough to travel with them. This has to…

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DIY Remineralizing Tooth Powder

DIY remineralizing tooth powder

SO. I ran out of toothpaste this weekend. And, because necessity is the mother of invention, I decided that rather than run to the local grocery I would make my own. Turns out, toothpaste has a pretty heavy competitor in the natural community…tooth powder. Who knew (I mean, obviously someone knew…just not me!)? Click here…

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Thank You To My Wing Women…All Of You.

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Join the conversation and share your personal stories about a Wing Woman in your life on Twitter @mywingwoman. Get the low down from one of my favorite Wing Women at www.mywingwoman.com. I received compensation for this blog post from Teva Women’s Health. Sometimes in life you need a wing woman. Someone who will pick you up and…

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4 Tips for Thrifty Fitness Fashion

5 Tips for Thrifty Fitness Fashion (1)

Seems like being a mom, you’re always in a time crunch. From taking the kids to school and lessons, to keeping on top of housework, maintaining an exercise routine, and a full family schedule, there is a lot of juggling to be done. On top of your crazy schedule, managing a budget can seem impossible.…

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