Topic: oils

Ditch The Lotion: 4 Natural Oils That Are Awesome For Dry Skin

Ditch The Lotion: 4 Natural Oils That Are Awesome For Dry Skin

Winter is tough for skin—cold air, dry air, harsh heat, little sun. If your usual lotion isn’t cutting it (or you just need extra moisture for dry areas like elbows and feet), try one of these four natural oils. As cheap as your typical drug store moisturizers, they work as well or better than pricey products. And they’re totally clean — no synthetic ingredients, no mysterious fragrance, no harsh chemicals. More »

For More Omega-3s, Cut Back On Almonds (And Include More Of These)

For More Omega-3s, Cut Back On Almonds (And Include More Of These)

Raw almonds are my go-to snack, and a serious staple of my diet. But I learned recently that in terms of nuts, almonds have one of the least beneficial balances of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids. Omega-6 acids aren’t bad—in fact, our body needs them for certain things—but it’s important to balance them with omega-3s. Click through for some of the bad, better and best nuts, oils and greens in terms of omega-3 content. More »