Aromatherapy and the use of essential oils can help you support a healthy horse in a natural way. Read on to learn more about the best essential oils for horses and how to use them. What Are Essential Oils? Essential oils (EOs) are highly concentrated plant extracts from various sources such as tree bark and resin, plant leaves, stems, roots, flowers, nuts, seeds, and even fruit. The benefits of essential oils are thanks to an abundant amount of healing and medicinal compounds known to support the body’s healing processes....

What’s alarming is that as much as 95% of baby food products from some of the most popular brands in the U.S. contain significant levels of mercury, lead, arsenic, and cadmium. (3) In tests commissioned by HBBF (Healthy Babies Bright Futures), toxic heavy metals were found in 95% of the 168 commercial baby foods tested. Many were at dangerous levels, higher than the limits set by the FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)....

– Arianna Huffington, author of “Sleep Revolution” Chronic sleep deprivation has been attributed to: lowered immunity (1) increased inflammation (2) hormonal imbalances (3) weight gain (4) food addictions foggy thinking workplace accidents (5) car accidents (6) Getting a good night’s sleep is sometimes just not easy for many reasons. Most of us sacrifice or have sacrificed sleep due to heavy workloads, parenting duties, insomnia, or even anxiety. So we often turn to medication or over-the-counter sleep aids to help us rest better....

Keep it pure and clean for the soul to reside in.” – BKS Iyengar, yoga teacher & author of ‘Light On Yoga’ But most of us aren’t drinking enough water so we’re in a chronic state of mild dehydration and might not even know it. Ancient yogis knew about the healing and purifying power of water and so observed the principle of Saucha – cleanliness and purity. Practicing Saucha is much more than just showering regularly and brushing your teeth every day....

These are some reasons that make Little Spoon different from other commercially available products and store-bought baby foods: It offers organic meal delivery services The products are not readily available from any grocery store or retail outlet All products are Non-GMO Project Verified Little Spoon organic baby foods don’t have fillers, preservatives, or artificial flavors It features rotating menus that change every season No extreme heat processing. All products go through HPP (high-pressure processing)....

For many parents, Stokke high chairs can be worth the extra cash you pay over other brands because these can grow with your baby. These furniture pieces can turn from a high chair into a junior chair with a few modifications. Instead of the standard footrest in most high chairs, Stokke features wide footplates for your child’s added comfort. Plus, the seats and footplates can be adjusted to suit your little one’s needs....

– Geneen Roth, author It may also have to do with your food choices and eating habits. Or there might be an underlying mental-emotional component to the physical sensations. It can be frustrating to feel like you can’t control your hunger, so what can you do to rebalance your body’s satiety response? Here are 12 proven tips based on the yogic approach to eating, Buddhist mindfulness principles, and functional nutrition… 1- Mindful Eating (Intuitive Eating) Mindful eating is based on the Buddhist practice of mindfulness – paying attention in a particular way to what is happening in the present moment without having to change it or judge it....

It can be deadly amongst at-risk groups and those with pre-existing conditions. Standard treatment for a virus infection like the flu involves bed rest and plenty of fluids to support the body’s defenses in fighting the virus on its own. The flu presents worse symptoms than the common cold, and it should be treated with caution. Essential oils are useful tools to keep your home medicine cabinet in this flu season because they can help manage many flu symptoms directly....

They have been used by various cultures worldwide for hundreds of years due to their claimed medicinal properties. Their therapeutic use is called aromatherapy. In recent years there’s been a rise in EO research and interest given their potential abilities to improve mood and sleep, boost immune function, and accelerate healing. More and more people are learning to use EOs in their homes for medicinal alternatives, beauty and skincare, and even natural household hacks like DIY counter cleaners and air purifiers....

– Thich Nhat Hanh, monje budista y maestro de meditación Debido a que es el único acto que haces las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana, probablemente no lo piensas mucho. Y, sin embargo, justo debajo de tu nariz tienes una gran y potente ventaja para el alivio del estres. Tu respiración puede ser tu aliada o tu enemiga. Como tu aliada te ayuda a combatir el estrés, la abrumación, la ansiedad, la irritabilidad innecesaria y las reacciones emocionales....

– Les Brown, author As of the time of this writing, the World Health Organization reported that there are 1.9 million cases worldwide. (1) Schools and universities have shut down. Companies are requesting employees to work from home. Items such as face masks, sanitizers, and Lysol wipes are out of stock. So how do we cope with all of this change and uncertainty? How can we keep our minds calm and our immune system strong?...

Recent studies show that the numbers may have tripled amid the COVID-19 pandemic, possibly due to moms’ fears over motherhood, isolation, and getting sick. (2)(3) PPD isn’t a character flaw or a sign of weakness, mama. It’s a medical condition commonly experienced by new moms. Don’t think it’s your fault. However, it’s important to seek help if you have or suspect you have PPD because it can make it difficult to care for your new baby or yourself....

Both brands also carry a wide range of products, including hypoallergenic formula, lactose intolerance friendly formulas, and a toddler formula. So, which brand is better? By the end of this product comparison, you’ll know the similarities and differences of Enfamil vs. Similac so you can decide which is the best baby formula for your child’s needs. Is Enfamil Or Similac Better? Main Similarities & Differences Enfamil and Similac are both among the most popular milk brands in the US....

Lots of changes are occurring both in your life and in your body. It’s normal to stress about a variety of things during these months. You may be asking yourself questions like: Is the baby growing ok? What’s the risk of miscarriage? How much will it cost to raise a child? Am I eating well enough to nourish the baby? What are my birth options? How will the baby’s arrival change my dynamic with my partner?...

– T.K. Coleman, educator It’s astonishing to think that this mass made up of over 86 billion neurons (brain cells) has been evolving over time and is comprised of three distinct brain structures or networks that emerged along the evolutionary path of humankind. According to the Triune Brain theory, these three distinct areas of the brain can be thought of as three brains in one: 1 – The Primitive Brain: Known as the “Reptilian brain” oldest structure and it oversees our most basic functions like heart rate, body temperature, blood pressure, digestion, sleeping, and breathing rate....

(Sanskrit is the philosophical language in Hinduism and Buddhism and one of the oldest recorded languages of the world.) Below is a helpful dictionary including some of the most common yogic terms… A: Abhinivesha: Survival instinct, fear of death, one of the five obstacles to self-realization. Abhyasa: Spiritual practice Agni: Fire; the internal fire that burns in all of us. Ahimsa: Non-violence, benevolence, & good intentions to self first, then others, and the world....

– Albert Einstein Maybe you feel like you’re stuck in a dynamic in your relationship. Or maybe, like me, you feel stuck with a health challenge. Maybe you feel stuck with your weight. Or you feel stuck in your career. Or you’re stuck in a disempowering habit or feeling/thinking/behavioral pattern. And maybe you’re even experiencing all of the above. Everyone’s stuck in something. Often, we can’t change uncomfortable and challenging moments, but we can change our relationship to it and how we respond to life....

– William James, Pioneering Psychologist & Philosopher Every single one of the trillions of cells that creates your body is sacred. ⁣ There’s a wise intelligence that moves vital energy and life force throughout your body. ⁣ Your cells intuitively know how to group themselves together to create tissues. ⁣ Your tissues know what to do to form organs. ⁣⁣ Your organs know how to work together to create the various systems in your body....

This is a concern because if left untreated, hypertension can lead to other adverse effects and conditions like: Increased risk of heart attack and stroke Heart disease Damage to blood vessels and arteries Brain damage Kidney disease Vision loss Reduced libido Palpitations Luckily there are interventions and lifestyle changes you can implement to lower blood pressure and keep it at safe levels. Many of these habits involve increasing relaxation and decreasing stress and anxiety, which can elevate blood pressure....

BLW benefits not just your little one but the rest of the family as well: (1)(2) Develops hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills Less stressful mealtimes since your baby joins family meals Learns social skills as your baby gets to bond with the whole family Developmental Milestones At 8 Months Developmental milestones are meant to guide your baby’s growth and development. Here are some milestones to expect: (3) Can get into a sitting position Holds own bottle Can crawl Responds to “come here” Less gag reflex...