THEA DIXON: THE ORGANIC CHEF

We all know what eating healthy looks like. Get enough fruits and vegetables, eat lean proteins, stay away from trans fats, and keep the sugary foods to a minimum. For organic, private chef Thea Dixon however, eating healthy should be a multi-sensory…

COCONUT MILK FOR A HEALTHY GUT

Coconut water has a good reputation for its high mineral and potassium content, but coconuts have a lot more than just water to offer. The milk squeezed from the flesh of this tropical fruit can provide a great deal of relief for both internal…

STOP BLADDER INFECTIONS BEFORE THEY START BY MODIFYING THE DIET

To say that bladder infections are a pain is an understatement. Approximately 20% of all women will experience at least one bladder infection in their life, according to WebMD, and the discomfort involved can vary from person to person. A…

WANT MORE ECO? CHECK OUT THE DAILY GREEN!

If Good Housekeeping is your type of magazine, thedailygreen.com is your type of website. Published by Hearst Digital Media, The Daily Green is an online consumer's guide for everything eco. They post daily updates in eco news along with delicious…

USE CALENDULA TO NATURALLY SOOTHE DRY, IRRITATED SKIN

The skin is the largest organ of the body. Because it is so large and acts as somewhat of a shield to our bodies, it is very susceptible to the toxins brought about by our environment and our own use of perfumes, lotions, and antiseptic creams.…

STAY IN SHAPE AT WORK WITH SIMPLE CHAIR EXERCISES

It is a well known fact that most of us do not get enough exercise in. Especially during the week with work, family, and other priorities. After a long day at the office, the last thing we want to do is go home and change into our work out…

Gardening for the Soul

There is no sweeter feeling of serenity or tranquility than when you pause to enjoy the beauty of your own garden. Watching your plants grow and participating in their growth reconnects you with nature, and almost immediately dissolves any…

Sweeten Up Your Dishes with Thai Basil

Basil is one of the more commonly known herbs today, and most people are familiar with its culinary uses. While basil has been symbolic of many things across a broad range of cultures, and is said to contain cancer-fighting properties, nothing…

The West Nile Virus--Don't Get Infected, Stay Protected!

The swelter of summer prompts us to wear little clothing and busy ourselves with outdoor activities from dawn till dusk, without thinking twice. Meanwhile blow-up pools sit in stagnant water for days in our backyards, outdoor fountains are…

COCO ECO MAGAZINE: VOGUE MEETS GREEN!

We all know the green market is growing. People are becoming more environmentally conscious when it comes to building houses, buying cars, and grocery shopping. There are also plenty of great websites out there that will dish all of the great…

Plant Stem Cells for the Skin?

Creams, supplements, injections, and “magic” anti-aging formulas abound in the beauty industry. Many skin products boast the ability to reverse the tell tale signs of aging with extracts and other foreign ingredients, but the so-called “cure”…

Poor Posture Affects the Pecs

Honestly, how many times a day do you think about your posture? Some of us get so used to slouching we do not even realize we are doing it. While there are many down sides to slouching, including fatigue, pain in the neck and lower back, and…