More than a decade ago, my hair was falling out, weight was dropping off of me, and I had serious gastrointestinal distress. I was afraid that I was dying. I'd been to every doctor I could find to try to figure out why my stomach was in constant pain. No conventional doctor could find anything wrong with me, and they unanimously concluded I was making it all up for attention.I visited a naturopath as a last resort. He took one look at me and told me, "It's food." He had me go on an elimination diet and then reintroduce foods one at a time to test for a reaction. When I tried a bowl of … [Read more...]
Jaime A. Heidel
10 Beauty Products That Are a Waste of Money – Natural Alternatives
It goes without saying that we all want to look and feel our very best. Unfortunately, these desires sometimes drive us so strongly that the latest diet fad or skincare trend can have us whipping out our wallets and plunking down obscene amounts of money, solely in the hopes of dropping a few pounds or looking a few years younger.But slow down. While some products certainly are worth their price tags, some are not. Learn to look beyond the hype, and avoid spending money on the products that aren't worth your money. That way, you can better afford those that are. Beauty Products That Waste … [Read more...]
10 Common Email & Internet Scams – How to Avoid Them
I've been using the Internet since 1997, way before the invention of popular social networking websites like Facebook and Twitter. Since then, I've seen my fair share of email scams, hoaxes, and other types of cyberspace spam. I've even fallen for some of them myself. Chances are, if you haven't fallen victim to any of these scams, you've at least come pretty close.Cybercrime is a very lucrative business for Internet con artists, and this is why these scams are so prevalent across the web. Thieves are out to steal your money, and if they can't get you to directly hand over the password to … [Read more...]
4 Garage Sale Shopping Tips to Help You Score Great Deals
It's that time of year again: Time for shorts, sun, and, of course, garage sales. For some people, there is nothing more exciting than driving around the neighborhood and catching sight of a lawn full of multicolored clothing, vintage vinyl, and sparkly trinkets.I'll admit I'm guilty of being one of these people. Even if there's nothing I can see that I need, I can't resist stopping at a garage sale when I've got some extra cash. And even though most garage sales are full of great deals on items that cost a fraction of what you'd pay elsewhere, there are still multiple ways to save even … [Read more...]
How to Save on Natural Foods, Holistic Health Products & Remedies
You don't have to be a money-saving expert to live a healthy life, even in this economy. When finances are tight, we often scrimp on health-related expenses. After all, who has the extra dough to spring for a bag of organic apples or a healing massage?I'm in this boat right along with you. However, since I suffer from autoimmune problems (celiac disease and ITP), I can't afford not to eat healthy, natural food and use natural remedies. Fortunately, there are ways to make the most of your hard-earned dollars, even when times are tough. Saving Money on Natural Food Good health begins with … [Read more...]
4 Home Vegetable Garden Ideas & Types on a Budget
I remember watching my mother working in her garden when I was a teenager, not truly understanding any of the benefits. I remarked that I wouldn't ever have an interest in gardening before the age of 40. Now, though I'm still eight years away from that milestone, I've discovered my green thumb.With the rising cost of food and gas, I've realized the practicality, as well as the fun, of home gardening. But if you're concerned about the amount of work involved or the cost, don't be. There are plenty of ways to start your own home vegetable garden without spending a fortune. Types of Home … [Read more...]
