Written By Kassie the Eco-Pharmacist. In Health and Wellness,Uncategorized
I know summer is almost officially over, but for many of us in the Los Angeles area, we feel it is just beginning! It has been a rather cool summer, especially at the beach. The weather forecast says close to 80 the next few days, so I may be able to enjoy some time at the
Written By Kassie the Eco-Pharmacist. In Uncategorized
Each and every day I am asked by many people to recommend products and/or treatments. I realize that if one person has the question, there are most likely many people with the very same question. And there are many products that I come across that have amazing health benefits. I want to be able to
Written By Kassie the Eco-Pharmacist. In Health and Wellness
We have heard how good olive oil is for our hearts… but what about your stomach?! It seems there is evidence the polyphenols in olive oil may actually protect us against ulcers… I just love olive oil! Take a look: http://www.realage.com/tips/more-amazing-olive-oil-news
Written By Kassie the Eco-Pharmacist. In Insomnia
Every day I have several people tell me they cannot sleep. So many people turn to prescription sleeping pills which makes me cringe. Even using over-the-counter medication is not good long-term for sleep. I just came across an old article that has 15 great tips in it to help you sleep. Check it out: http://www.selfhelpmagazine.com/article/insomnia
Written By Kassie the Eco-Pharmacist. In Health and Wellness
The Atkins diet… or another high protein and low carb diet… how many of you have tried it? Well, you may want to think twice before trying the next fad high protein diet… Kathy Freston, a vegan, interviews Dr Dean Ornish, to explore and understand the link between diet and health. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kathy-freston/a-high-protein-diet-wont_b_492203.html
Written By Kassie the Eco-Pharmacist. In Health and Wellness
We have heard for years about the positive health effects of drinking a glass of red wine a day… red wine is loaded with antioxidants… but could drinking in moderation also help us women with our weight as we age? Take a read: http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/03/08/women-drinkers-gain-less-weight/?nl=health&emc=healthupdateemb
Written By Kassie the Eco-Pharmacist. In Insomnia
I just read this brief article in the New York Times today… makes me wonder how many of you are suffering from insomnia, and are sleep-deprived, and it is therefore affecting your sex life… take a read… http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/09/health/research/09beha.html?nl=health&emc=healthupdateema
Written By Kassie the Eco-Pharmacist. In Environment
If you’re following the Copenhagen climate negotiations this week, you might want to check out the Climate Scoreboard. The online tool allows anyone to track the progress of international climate treaty negotiations. You can check daily whether proposals commit the world to reducing enough greenhouse gas emissions to reach widely talked about goals, such as
Written By Kassie the Eco-Pharmacist. In Environment
If there is one thing that Americans do a lot of, each year between Thanksgiving and Christmas, it is spending money. Last year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, 19 billion cards, letters and packages were delivered during that period. They also report that, during December 2008 alone, $28.2 billion was spent in department stores.
Written By Kassie the Eco-Pharmacist. In Environment,Health and Wellness
A new study has linked phthalates, a substance used in some shampoos, lotions, air fresheners and children’s toys, with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. Although research on the health effects of phthalates (pronounced “thalates”) has been somewhat inconsistent, the latest study, published in Biological Psychiatry, adds to troubling findings about the chemical. To read more, visit http://www.lohas.com/articles/102446.html
