by Brenda Watson | Sep 28, 2017 | Cancer, Front Page, Mammograms, Skin
The topic of breast cancer screening is a controversial one, with an array of recommendations even among mainstream medical organizations. Mammograms are the recommended screening method in conventional medicine, but when to begin screening and how often to screen are...
by Brenda Watson | Sep 22, 2017 | Cleansing, Front Page, Personal Care, Skin
Today I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at my own skin care routine. Over the past couple weeks I’ve talked about how skin care starts on the inside. An important part of my skin care routine involves eating a healthy diet, keeping my gut bacteria in balance,...
by Brenda Watson | Sep 15, 2017 | Conditions, Diet, Front Page, Inflammation, Skin
We usually think of skin conditions as being affected on the outside—after all, our skin comes into contact with so many different substances throughout the day, how could it not be affected by all that? While it’s true that your skin can react to what you touch, it’s...
by Brenda Watson | Sep 6, 2017 | Environmental Toxins, Front Page, Skin
Summer is a great time to let loose and have fun. We spend lots of time outside basking in the sun, splashing in the water, and exposing ourselves to the elements. As summer is starting to wind down and we are getting back to our usual routines, have you paid any...
by Brenda Watson | Aug 28, 2017 | Cleansing & Detox, Cold and Flu, Common Cold, Conditions, Environmental Toxins, Front Page, Immune System, Personal Care, Prebiotics, Probiotics & Gut Flora, Stress, Supplements
With the start of school and the change from summer to fall, you know what comes next—the dreaded cold and flu season. It’s only a matter of time before someone in your family comes down with the sniffles, a scratchy throat, or a cough. Whether you’re dealing with an...
by Brenda Watson | Aug 21, 2017 | Cleansing, Cleansing & Detox, Diet, Front Page, Gardening, Vegetables
Today I’d like to share a truly remarkable immune boosting drink that includes two of my favorite, and somewhat unlikely companion ingredients, beets and basil. For some reason many people aren’t excited about incorporating beets into their daily food choices. Perhaps...