When I was a young boy, my father made and sold candles as an independent craftsman. Growing up around this profession gave me an appreciation for such a simple yet essential art. Ever since, having a candle (or two) burning in my home always brings me a sense of joy and serenity.

With all the toxins of modern society entering our system, making sure we detox our body from time to time can play a major role in our overall quality of life. Whether it’s polluting smoke or processed fast food, the build-up of toxic compounds in our body may result in inflammation, loss of energy and even the development of certain chronic diseases.

Using just a few simple ingredients, you can actually start making your own toothpaste at home. Not only is it much cheaper than buying toothpaste at the store, but it’s incredibly easy to make and even tastes just as minty and refreshing as store-bought toothpaste.

If you live in a dry area like I do, making sure to moisturize at least once a day can be a huge benefit to the health of your skin. I suffer from eczema, which can result in an itchy rash if I’m not properly hydrated so finding the right product that will keep my skin moisturized without irritating it with harmful chemicals is essential.