10 Minutes a Month
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxkeIwPyZgA Andrea is one of many women who believe that her hands have saved her life. Five and half years ago, she found a lump in her breast — a lump ... more
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World Water Week
As winter finally comes to an end, those of us who live in northern climates, especially near bodies of water, look forward to the sight of ice shifting and the ... more
What’s In Your Cosmetics?
The David Suzuki Foundation produced a report in 2010 outlining the toxic substances in cosmetics, followed by recommendations to protect our health. We chose to highlight them here, as many ... more
DIY Cosmetics
By making your own cosmetics, you control what is put onto and absorbed into your body. Choose simple, organic, non GMO ingredients, free of aluminum, lead, dye, fragrance, sodium laurel ... more
Teen Tips: Makeup Basics
Are you aware of what’s lurking in your lipstick and other cosmetics? Sunscreens, perfumes, lotions, shampoos, conditioners, toothpaste, nail polish, hair spray, hair dyes, styling gels, and other cosmetics may ... more
Parabens – a Threat to Women’s Health
What are they? Parabens are a family of related chemicals that act as preservatives, i.e. they prevent the growth of bacteria and mold. Parabens are esters of para-hydroxybenzoic acid, from which ... more
Prudence Clay’s Story: Nurture Your Spirituality
At the age of 46, I was diagnosed with infiltrating ductal carcinoma in the right breast. It was Stage 2, Grade 3. I had three lumpectomies – the first to ... more