The mister has finally decided on the menu for this years organic and Earth friendly Thanksgiving dinner. He has planned a meal that leaves me drooling, just reading it. He is a lovely cook and I can not wait to have my entire family with us for a nice Thanksgiving vacation.The mister is preparing the entire meal from scratch and he only uses the finest organic, natural, local and Earth friendly ingredients. Here is the menu, I will be sharing some of the recipe with you soon. If there is something that you want to recipe for immediately, leave me a comment or send me an email.
The Menu:
Appetizers:
* Organic Homemade French Onion Soup.
* Organic Homemade Rolls.
* Organic mixed salad with delicious yellow apple, Bermuda onion, sliced almond and a honey mustard vinaigrette. {This is a fave among the little ones}
Main Course:
* A free range organic Turkey roasted with organic oranges and fresh herbs.
* Orange and herb gravy.
* Organic mashed potatoes with sour cream and chives.
* A sweet Italian sausage stuffing with sage.
* Organic broccoli Le Gruyere Gratin.
* Organic apply and cranberry relish.
Dessert: * Organic pumpkin cheesecake
* Organic Creme de Banana pie
* Homemade Organic French Vanilla Ice cream.
I can not wait, I love Thanksgiving and think this year will be exceptional.
In recent months, CBD use among the general population has skyrocketed, with many claiming their use of the supplement as medical. Almost 62% of CBD users reported using CBD to treat a medical condition, with the top three medical conditions as pain, anxiety, and depression. Many claim that this one compound found in industrial hemp can treat a wide variety of conditions, but how true are those claims? What is the evidence supporting the use of CBD to treat chronic pain, anxiety, depression, and more?
What is CBD?
Cannabidiol, otherwise known as CBD, is a compound naturally found in hemp. While hemp that is used for its CBD is technically related to marijuana and comes from the same plant family, the two are separated based on their THC levels. THC is the psychoactive chemical typically associated with marijuana; however, CBD products are under regulation that keeps THC levels under 0.3%. This prevents CBD products from having many of the undesirable effects associated with marijuana use. While hemp has been used historically to treat many medical conditions, nowadays research is underway to prove just how effective CBD is as modern-day medicine.
Is CBD organic?
As CBD comes from a natural plant, CBD products can be organic if created correctly. To determine whether or not CBD products are organic, we have to look at two steps of their production. The first is the growth of the hemp plant. In order to be considered organic by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (U.S.D.A.) standards, the hemp needs to be grown without the use of genetically modified organisms, synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, ionizing radiation, or sewage sludge.
CBD products then need to be extracted and processed from organically grown hemp without the use of any synthetic chemical additives. As an increasing number of farmers in the U.S. are realizing the value of growing organic hemp, producers of CBD oil are ensuring their part of the process is organic as well. When you purchase CBD products, be sure to look for a “U.S.D.A certified organic” label that indicates the product meets organic standards. By using organic CBD, you can treat various medical conditions with a natural solution, rather than synthetic medications.
What can CBD treat?
While the overwhelming enthusiasm for CBD can make it seem like another new snake oil “miracle cure,” it’s actually been proven to have some success in medical trials. CBD has been shown to be helpful with some forms of chronic pain treatment, which will likely be highly beneficial for an aging Baby Boomer generation. By 2030, six out of 10 Baby Boomers will be managing a chronic condition, and for many, CBD will be a helpful supplement to other treatment plans. It won’t treat your case of the flu, but it has been proven an effective treatment for other ailments. Because CBD can be effective in some cases for pain management, it can also be involved in recovery from other procedures. For example, in Follicular Unit Strip Surgery, a strip of scalp from a non-balding area is surgically removed, and placed in incisions in balding area. While this is generally a lower-pain procedure, CBD can help during surgery recovery to limit pain.
CBD has also been shown to be effective as treatment options for some mental health conditions. Those suffering from anxiety, depression, PTSD, and schizophrenia may find relief through treatments involving CBD as part of a broader treatment plan. CBD has also found its strongest evidence in the treatment of several epileptic disorders, offering relief to many.
What can’t CBD treat?
Unfortunately, despite CBD’s many proven uses, there are those who claim the compound can treat more conditions than it’s been shown to. CBD does have many anti-inflammatory effects, as well as helping to potentially regulate blood pressure; however, that does not mean it’s approved for treating conditions that involve these issues. CBD is still being tested for use in a variety of conditions, so be sure to do your research before looking to use CBD oil as a treatment. For example, many claim that CBD has been helpful in regulating blood sugar. While this may sound like good news for the 4.1 million adults in the U.S. with pre-diabetes, there is no proof as of yet that CBD can be used in this manner.
CBD is a treatment option that’s rapidly growing in popularity, leading many people to praise the compound’s benefits. However, much research still needs to be done on the full extent of its healing capabilities. Before you add CBD oil to your daily routine, do some extra research to see if it will help your specific conditions.
Anyone can have pattern baldness if they have the genes for it. In fact, the average person loses anywhere between 50 to 100 hairs a day. But hair loss isn’t always a genetic problem.
There are many things you could be doing in your daily life to cause hair loss. From your workout regimen to new medication, here are a few surprising things that could be causing your hair to thin and all-natural solutions to preventing hair loss in the future.
Many hair products contain toxic chemicals that don’t provide any long-term benefits for the health of your hair. The best way to prevent hair loss is to avoid products with these chemicals altogether, such as those with sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS). This is a chemical foaming agent often found in hand soaps that can irritate the eyes and skin.
Instead, invest in organic hair care products. You can determine which products are organic by paying attention to the ingredients on the bottle. Keep an eye out for products made with natural ingredients like shea butter, omega-3 fatty acids, and calendula to increase your hair’s protein production and keep it healthy.
Your workout regimen
With less than 5% of adults participating in 30 minutes of physical activity every day, it may seem like a cruel and unusual punishment for hair loss to be caused by working out. But it turns out that going hard at the gym for too long can actually be pretty bad for you.
Hair loss is only one of the potential problems you could be facing if you work out for more than a few hours every day. You could also be damaging some of 650 muscles in your body because you’re not giving them enough time to recover.
If you’re less of a gym rat and more of a gym gerbil, consider cutting a few hours of gym time every week.
You can also help prevent hair loss naturally by changing up your diet. As hair follicles are made of a protein called keratin, consider incorporating more protein into your diet with eggs, nuts, beans, peas, and low-fat dairy products. This additional protein can also give your tired muscles a much-needed boost. Diets with raw vegetables and herbs, like the Mediterranean diet, can also help prevent hair loss.
New medications
New medications can have a big impact on your body, including hair loss. Two types of hair loss are especially common with medications: anagen effluvium and telogen effluvium.
Anagem effluvium is common in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. Telogen effluvium can occur within two to four months of taking a new medication. Talk to your doctor if you notice more hair loss than usual. Inquire about homeopathic solutions to your condition that are more in line with an all-natural lifestyle.
At home, you can also help give your hair a leg up by taking natural supplements that promote hair growth, such as ginseng. Even applying products such as coconut oil and olive oil directly to your scalp can provide an all-natural boost to your hair’s health. Remember to avoid hairstyles that pull at your scalp, like tight braids and ponytails, and chemical treatments that can damage your hair. If you want to dye your hair, ask your stylist about organic hair dyes that are free of harmful chemicals.
There are many things that can impact your health and your hair. Try out some of these eco-friendly tips for hair loss prevention today. If your hair loss persists, and especially if you’re experiencing other symptoms, be sure to talk to your doctor.
The leaves are starting to fall and pile up in your yard. Hopefully you remember to use a rake and not a leaf blower to control the leaves. You have raked them all into lovely piles and the kids have finished playing in them, now what? Don’t bag the leaves for the garbage man to tote off to the landfill. Leaves can take a long time to break down at the landfill, since they are wrapped in plastic. Instead use the leaves to your advantage. Leaves make an excellent ground cover and mulch for your flower beds and gardens all year long. They protect and nourish your garden throughout the long winter, all you have to do is cover your flower beds and garden with a layer of leaves, then pile a small amount of dirt on top. Leaves are also fabulous protection for beneficial bugs and birds love to use them when making their homes. So leaf the leaves alone.
What do you do with your leaves?
*Update:: Thank you to Fig+Sage for reminding me that burning your leaves is not Eco friendly either.
It’s no secret that healthy teeth are important. But did you know the appearance of your teeth affects how people see you?
Approximately 90% of American adults believe that “bad” teeth can impact a person’s personal and professional life. That goes to show why 25% of the people wearing braces in the U.S. are over the age of 18.
While you do need the professional help of an orthodontist to repair misaligned teeth, there are a few tips and tricks you can use to improve the overall appearance of your teeth naturally.
Take care after chowing down
The reason why your teeth stain and become yellow is that the top layer of your teeth, called the enamel, is porous. This means your enamel acts like a sponge and soaks up the dark-colored liquids you drink including coffee, tea, soda, wine, juice, and more.
The good news is it’s surprisingly easy to avoid staining your teeth. After you’ve had your morning coffee or tea, brush your teeth or rinse your mouth with water afterward.
At the end of the day, be sure to brush, floss, and use an antibacterial mouthwash. This will help with stains and your overall health considering 40% of kids have cavities by the time they reach kindergarten and 90% of adults have at least one cavity.
Avoid or quit smoking
Tobacco stains your teeth whether you’re chewing or smoking it. Just like drinking dark liquids or eating things like blueberries, soy sauce, and beets, your enamel soaks up the tobacco periodically.
Smoking is also a problem for your health in general and is the leading cause of lung cancer deaths. But quitting smoking can be difficult due to nicotine withdrawal.
Nicotine withdrawal symptoms typically peak within one to three days and then gradually decrease over three to four weeks. That’s about the same amount of time it takes to recover from a total hip replacement, which takes four to six weeks. Ask your doctor for advice on how you can quit smoking while managing your nicotine withdrawal symptoms.
Eat the right food
While some foods like cranberries and blueberries can stain your teeth, other foods can naturally brighten your teeth. These foods include cauliflower, strawberries, cheese, apples, and celery.
But how do these foods help naturally whiten your teeth? It’s a mix of chewing, nutrients, and acids.
Cauliflower, celery, and apples are nutrient-rich foods that take longer to chew and create a scrubbing motion in your mouth when you eat them. The longer you chew, the more saliva your mouth produces. Saliva not only helps to break down food but is also a natural cleanser for your teeth.
Strawberries contain an enzyme known as malic acid, which naturally whitens your teeth. And cheese, like other dairy products, contains lactic acid and the enamel-fortifying mineral calcium. This means cheese not only whitens your teeth but strengthens them at the same time.
Be sure to inspect and wash your produce before you eat it. According to the CDC, one in six Americans gets sick every year from consuming contaminated food. That said, give your produce a quick scrub before you eat it, even if the produce has a peel.
Get Some Advice From An Expert
Your dentist or orthodontist is always on-hand for advice on natural dental care; just give them a call to arrange an appointment. Orthodontic Practice Consultants are your best source of advice on cosmetic dentistry, and they are always willing to help. Orthodontists can also advise you on straighter teeth, which are easier to keep clean.
An orthodontist is a great place to go for advice on your natural dental care concerns, and they can help you find the best dental hygiene routine for you.
It’s normal to want your teeth to look their very best. By following the tips above, you can reduce your risk of staining your teeth while improving your dental health and your overall health at the same time.
