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Spirulina

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Spirulina has been dubbed one of the most complete super-foods. It can be found in many health supplements, powders, and drinks. It is usually taken for its energy-boosting and detoxifying properties. Despite its popularity, many are still in the dark about its other amazing properties.   What Exactly is Spirulina?  Spirulina is a type of algae and cyanobacteria . It is grown in fresh waters like lakes and ponds where it uses sunlight to become this micronutrient power-algae. Central Africa, Mexico, and Hawaii are the top locations where spirulina is grown.    Health benefits Spirulina is excellent for gut health and this is due to its probiotic properties. It increases the life of microbion and promotes good digestive and gut health. A healthy digestive system leads to better detoxification of the body. Fortunately, spirulina helps with that as well! It has been medically proven to detox heavy metals from the body (such as arsenic[ 2 ]) that are known to cause disturb

Chem-Free Cleaning

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Holistic living goes beyond what we put inside our bodies or directly upon our skin. Part of holistic living is to be aware of everything that will enter your environment. Among those important factors are cleaning and our cleaning products. Cleaning can be a way of preventing the spread of certain diseases by reducing the impact of molds, bacteria, and viruses. Unfortunately, many times we look towards toxic chemical cleaners. Chemical cleaners can pose a threat to our health, especially when used incorrectly. We can become affected by chemical exposure via inhalation or direct contact. Dangers of Toxic Chemical Exposure  Effects from toxic chemical exposure are generally broken into two categories: acute and chronic. Acute effects are short-term and usually take place almost immediately after exposure. It can manifest in rashes, eye irritations, swelling of the throat, dizziness or even passing out. Chronic effects are normally caused by regular exposure to harmful substa