Health. Beauty. Wellness. By You | Toujis
Forget all the clichés, we all know a girl’s true best friend is her hair. This relationship may not be the healthiest–after all, a bad hair day can easily turn even the most blissful, nurturing women into bitter and disgruntled curmudgeons…
But before the $400 haircuts, blowouts, and endless styling and color treatments, there are some basics things we can do to help care for our hair. …
If you had asked me a few years ago what my liver did, I would have said something to do with alcohol…or is that the kidneys?
We should be thankful every day for the liver, especially in modern times. The liver is an amazing filtration system for the blood stream that processes both the nutrients and chemicals we absorb from food. Its purpose is to keep the blood as clean and pure as possible….
The next time you’re ready to dismiss garlic because of the potent smell, think about the good it can potentially do for your body…
Lovely little garlic packs immense nutritional power.
Archeological evidence shows ancient civilizations–including the Assyrians and Sumerians, Egyptians, Israelites, and Romans–used garlic for flavoring and various medicinal purposes….
Both of the ladies above produce milk, but did you know there are significant differences between them? When I eat dairy, I stick to goat (or sheep’s) milk. Here’s why……
Just a simple cup of tea, but it packs a powerful anti-aging punch. We’ve talked a lot about antioxidants before… they are extremely important to the body because they prevent cellular damage caused by free radicals. And various health studies on green tea show that consumption may help prevent skin cancer….
Here’s to the countless times I’ve found myself standing aimlessly in the produce section, trying to make any kind of a decision. Zucchini from Mexico or local farms? Organic vs. non-organic? Green vs. yellow bananas? The decisions are endless. Here are 6 tips for your next trip to the market…so you can get the most nutrient-bang for your buck. …
Did you know your skin’s appearance reflects the health of your gut and digestive system? If it’s looking lackluster and you seem to be doing everything right (i.e. eating a vitamin-rich diet, sleeping at least 6-8 hours per night, properly cleansing and moisturizing, drinking plenty of water, and protecting it from sun damage), a leaky gut might be the cause……
