Author: Mihaela Paunescu

I started making my own toothpaste less then a year ago (thanks to Andreea O’Brien who first post her simple recipe in her healthy page) after discovering a few ingredients in a “natural” toothpaste that I wasn’t comfortable using (ready made product from organic shop in my home country). Did you know that you can make your own coconut oil toothpaste with just a few simple ingredients that you have in your kitchen? The following coconut toothpaste is a great effective alternative and is very easy to make and u…

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Inspired by nature! Anti-Aging Night Facial Serum (Rejuvenating Radiant Facial Serum) While there are many commercial anti-aging products available, most of these formulas are expensive and contain potentially harmful chemicals which actually damage your skin in the long-term. Instead of pouring money into these pre-made “beauty products” why not create your own using all natural anti-aging oils? The serum is 100% natural and can easily be made 100% organic too if you choose organic carrier and essential oils. This wonderful serum is great for everyone not just for mature skin.…

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I just love eating raw sun flower seeds! Not only are they a great snack, sunflower seeds offer several extraordinary health benefits. Sunflower seeds are an excellent source of vitamin E and a very good source of copper and vitamin B1. In addition, sunflower seeds are a good source of manganese, selenium, phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin B6, Vitamin aB3, folate and niacin. A ¼ cup serving of sunflower seeds provides (in value recommended values): 190 calories, 16 grams of fat, 6 grams of protein, and 4 grams of fiber. Promotes Cardiovascular…

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Safe sun exposure is essential for optimal health, but incorrect exposure can raise your risk of skin disease and bad aspect while not providing any health benefits. The sun’s rays make us feel good, and in the short term, make us look good. Exposure to sun causes most of the wrinkles and age spots on our faces. Please consider this: We often associate a glowing complexion with good health, but skin color obtained from being in the sun or in a tanning booth actually accelerates the effects of aging and…

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Even the trend is natural, today, hairspray and other hair styling products are still used to secure hairstyles. Beside bad environmental reputation and toxic ingredients, regularly use of those cosmetic items cause hair loss especially if you have used it for years without being careful to wash your hair and scalp daily, particularly before bed, in order to prevent the clogging of your skins pores. Hair grows in phases. Each individual hair on your head grows for a period (several years), then it goes into a resting period for around…

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Back to Romania for our annual vacation and today my lovely mom harvested some fresh raspberry for us. I just love organic raspberry because the taste of this fruit is fantastic, rich in vitamins, antioxidants and fiber, natural excellent sources of vitamin C & manganese. They have a high concentration of ellagic acid, a phenolic compound that prevents cancer, thereby stopping the growth of cancer cells. I love eating them raw but you can include them in some drinks or cooking recipes and also can be used as a natural…

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OUD INTENSIVE CREAM made with love by Mihaela Equipment Double boiler or a makeshift double boiler Glass mason jar (or a similar container) Hand mixer Ingredients 2 TBspoon bees wax 2 TBspoon pure shea butter (find organic unrefined shea butter) 2 TBspoon cocoa butter 2 TBspoon coconut oil (find organic unrefined coconut oil) 9 TBspoon argan oil (100% pure, cold pressed) 4 drops ceder wood EO 4 drops patchouli EO 6 drops frankincense EO 2 ml oud oil. Directions Using a double boiler or similar setup (I used a small…

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What do we mean by healthy living? “Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity”. For me healthy lifestyle means first of all less stress (controlling as much i can), less chemicals into my daily care routine, sport as per my body health condition, exposing to sun after 4:00 pm, taking care of my daily hydration and eating healthy, a varied diet like: Fruit and vegetables –at least 5 portions a day, Whole grains bread, pasta, cereal, potatoes…

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Today is Earth Day, is about climate change, there must be a better way for all of us to live our lives, a way that makes us happier in harmony with the earth. Going green is easier than you think. There are little things you can do every day to help reduce greenhouse gases and make a less harmful impact on the environment. Every time you turn off the water while you’re brushing your teeth, you’re doing something good. Try drinking tap water instead of bottled water, so you aren’t…

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You don’t know what you’re missing if you’ve never owned a Himalayan Pink Salt Lamp. It’s like having an open window – a softly glowing natural source of fresh, clean air – on your desk, in your living room, next to the bed, or anywhere you choose to put it. All matter (the human body, air, water, etc) is made up of molecules which are made up of atoms which are made up of three types of particles: protons (positive charge), electrons (negative charge), and neutrons (no charge). Electrons orbit…

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