Why I Don’t Take Synthetic Birth Control

Please remember- I am NOT a doctor and this is NOT medical advice, however, I will be noting much of my information from two doctors I trust to speak on this topic. You must always find your own doctor to assist with your health and hormones, but be sure to find one with values and methods that align with yours!

Many of you know how much I avoid synthetic drugs as often as possible, so one of the most frequent questions I get here is what do you do about birth control!? While many people think things like hormone-free IUD’s may be a better option, the sad reality is, anything your doctor may suggest for you can come with a slew of side effects, yes, even non-hormonal options and thousands of women are suffering because of it. I honestly have never had more messages, from any other topic, than this one which truly has me heartbroken to learn that so many women are struggling to clean up the mess their birth control has left them with.

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Got Botox? I Don’t, Here’s Why

Let’s talk about it, the elephant in the green beauty room, botox, and fillers. One of the most common questions I get here is women asking me if I have had any work done to my face and the honest answer is no, never. For me, personally, it would feel incredibly misleading and deceptive to know I had work done but, instead, passed it off as some magical skin care item or healthy diet.

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Clearlight Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna Review!

Finally! The post you all have been waiting for… info on my brand new infrared sauna! For those that follow me closely, you will know by now that I have been on a huge detox kick lately. After a possible Candida scare and then being contaminated with Gluten, I have been hell-bent on flushing out the bad toxins all while slowly rebuilding the good and one of the most important steps in this entire process is making sure I am sweating as much as possible. So many of you expressed a deep interest in this topic so after testing out my sauna for a few months now, I am finally prepared to share my review!

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How to Repair Damaged Hair, Naturally!

Let’s face it; if you own hair styling tools or like to dye your hair, chances are your hair might be suffering from some damage! Considering I used to have bleached blonde hair, then jet black hair, and now have a more natural hair color, I am no stranger to hair damage, which is why I wanted to do a blog on exactly how I repaired my hair after some significant self-inflicted damage!

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How to Naturally Treat Under Eye Circles

One of the most common questions I get asked is, what can I do about my dark under-eye circles and/or puffy bags!? While I wish there were one simple answer for this, unfortunately, under-eye issues can be quite complicated and vary significantly as there is not one single cause for them all. In an effort to perhaps help you troubleshoot what can be causing yours and how to possibly improve the conditions, I outlined some important info on all things under-eye below, alongside Alexandra, the Organic Bunny professional esthetician to ensure you’re always getting the best skin-saving tips! As always, this is a beauty blog based on the info I have gathered over time so always check with your doctor before starting a new routine.

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Why I Avoid Plastic Water Bottles!

It’s no secret that drinking plenty of water is essential to having a healthy body and beautiful skin, but did you ever stop to think about the bottle you’re drinking from? Besides being harmful to our planet, you must also factor in the massive amounts of research that now shows plastic can be toxic to our health as well! If you currently use a plastic water bottle on the daily, you might want to read more about why I opt for a reusable glass water bottle instead!

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How To Make Clean Protein Shakes

Starting up my new Organic Bunny store has been so much fun, however, my body and overall fitness frequency has taken a serious back seat to it all. That, in combination with wedding planning, home renovations and just life in general really has me in need of a serious health revamp which is why I am going to start posting more healthy recipes to keep myself accountable and hopefully inspire others to do the same! Sometimes we can’t do it all, and that’s ok, but it doesn’t mean that at any point we can’t simply choose to hit the reset button so that’s exactly what I am going to do starting now!

This morning, I really did not want to go on a run but, I forced myself to while the dogs still slept. I woke up, made myself a clean pre-workout drink using the Rootz Nutrition Paleo Energizing Superfood and off I went. The key to making changes is to flat out just start them, it’s really the only option! Just get up, put the workout clothes and force yourself out the door 🙂 I love using this pre-workout drink also because it really does give me a serious boost of clean energy, made with only natural forms of caffeine like Yerba Matte, Asian Ginseng, Matcha Green Tea and more! Simply mix this with water, add a little ice for tastiness and within 30 minutes you will feel a powerful boost of energy for an amazing workout, without the crash.

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Best Supplements- MegaFood

Because I have been on the quest for truly clean supplements for some time now, I just had to update you all that I have finally found a brand I feel great about supporting! Before finding the MegaFood brand, I was using many of the New Chapter vitamins because they were easy for me to access at local health markets, however, after I learned that they were sold to Proctor + Gamble, I personally wanted to find a new brand to support. While I appreciate that more and more big brands are hopping on the Organic + Natural train, it seems so contradicting for me to support a parent brand that still actively produces toxic products. So, while I applaud P+G for buying these Organic brands, I do hope that they clean up their entire roster to prove they’re not just in this for the trend.

With that being said, after I learned all of the above and was bummed I had to change vitamins, the more I researched about supplements, the more I realized how hard it was to produce a really quality one. Many smaller brands were not testing the products properly and so I was left wondering, will I ever find a brand I feel confident in supporting? Feeling frustrated, I emailed my go to girl, Food Babe to get her input on supplements and which she suggests. Sure enough, she also suggested MegaFood which made me feel even more confident with my choice to switch over to them.

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Organic Bunny Approved SPF

Still using conventional sunscreens? If so, check your label for ingredients like Octinoxate, Oxybenzone, Homosalate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Benzophenones or Fragrance as some are possible carcinogens with links to hormone disruption, endocrine disruption, allergic reactions and more!

Wondering some cleaner forms? This Yerba Mate {SPF30} by 100% Pure is a must-have item you will find in my beach bag at all times as it applies effortlessly which is perfect for fussy husbands or kids all while being 100% Natural and free of all of the above toxic chemicals!

Made with antioxidant-rich Yerba Mate and Non-Nano Zinc, this protects against UVA/UVB damage and yes, it really works! Kyle tested this out for me at a long, hot training day out in the desert and he came home burn free. This is water resistant for 80 minutes, Vegan and doesn’t leave me too white which is always a plus. It does have a bit of a white tint to it but it does rub in easily!

Hitting the pool or beach this weekend? If you order from my store today, you’ll get your clean suncare items in just 2 days! To find this, and all of my other must-have Summer items, head to my online store now!

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Project Juice Almond Milk + Get Up And Go Go

Did you know that most store bought almond milk, even Organic brands, still comes with gums and fillers like carrageenan that come with a handful of risks like inflammations, bloating, various cancers and more? Because I like to avoid those ingredients, I always make my milk at home but at times like this, where I have no kitchen or time to make it, I love buying the Project Juice Almond Mylk, simply because it contains nothing but Raw Almonds, Dates, Vanilla + Sea Salt. No low-quality fillers which means I never feel bloated or puffy after consuming it.

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