There are two basic schools of thought regarding bug bite protection. Some people think that bugs are more or less attracted to people based on body composition, or how they metabolize certain foods, and therefore excrete particular odors that are either attractive or repulsive to mosquitoes. This is aside from the well-known fact that mosquitoes […]
Author Archives: Elizabeth
Bug Bite Remedy
Mosquitoes. The whiny buzz in your ear at night, the clouds around your head on a walk in the woods, and, worst of all, the itchy red bumps. Welcome to summer! What if I told you there was an inexpensive and tiny little sugar pellet that, when dissolved under your tongue, could reduce the swelling […]
Do you suffer from seasonal allergies?
It’s finally spring in Michigan! I love the flowers, brightly colored birds, and green grass that announce the change in seasons, but some people suffer from hay fever or allergies that make this beautiful time of year less than pleasant. If you are reluctant to take (or want to transition off) allergy chemical pharmaceuticals, you […]
Banana Bread
If you like baked goods, and I definitely do, try to avoid the grocery store pre-packaged items. They are usually made with low-quality ingredients and contain preservatives and dough conditioners. By taking fifteen minutes to mix up a loaf and slide it into the oven on an evening or weekend, you will have some tasty […]
Official Launch
Today I am officially launching my business, Healthy Life Choices. I’m excited and a little bit nervous! The bottom line is that I am committed to helping people achieve better health. Better health can sometimes come through fad diets and drastic exercise, (think of the contestants on Biggest Loser, for example) but I believe that […]