Mikkie Mills is a freelance writer with a passion for organic food and healthy living. When she's not writing, you can find her working in her organic garden or going on long runs with her dog.
Holistic medicine has been around for thousands of years, but it is only in recent years that it has been accepted into the mainstream as an effective way to treat pain and cure illnesses. The sad reality is that many of us are living with pain and discomfort...
The idea of eating better always seems to be in the news, generating fad diets and new products that claim to help us lose weight and improve our health. Buzzwords fly around like mosquitoes on a summer evening, irritating people who don't know where...
It might be common knowledge that vegetables are healthy for you, but many people think that they can get away with just a few small portions of vegetables each day. The reality is that the best diet will primarily focus on vegetables, not fatty meats...
When I was researching physical therapy jobs, I often come across the same question: Who am I really hoping to help? The answer that came to mind is the ideal patient/client – the clients that help themselves already by leading a healthy lifestyle of...
Thinking about adopting a vegan lifestyle? Here's a go-to guide on veganism and what its potential benefits and drawbacks are for a person considering taking on this rather monumental personal lifestyle change. First of all, a quick word on the distinction...
Most people consider herbs a form of alternative medicine that is not as effective as our modern, pharmaceutical-based medical treatments. But why is this such a commonly held belief? After all, modern Western medicine has existed for a mere handful ...
Living vegan can be harder than it seems. From relatives sneaking meat-based broths and other animal products into our food at get-togethers to having to carefully read every label of our food, it sometimes feels like we have to be on guard constantly...
Healthy eating habits aren’t just about getting enough greens or drinking the right amount of water. When and how much you choose to eat should be considered just as closely as what you’re eating. Balanced, well-rounded meal choices can include special...
Going vegan can be a great thing to do for your health and for the planet. Making this major transition in daily meal routine doesn't have to be difficult - or expensive. In fact, it is entirely possible to be vegan while sticking to a budget. Here's...
Ask people what they feel is the biggest challenge they face when choosing a healthy diet, and many will answer the cost of going on a diet is too much. It’s true that healthy food is more expensive than the pre-packaged, unhealthy stuff you know isn...
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