John Stewart

LATEST ARTICLES ( 31 )

• Alkaline Batteries Do Need to Be Recycled

  

  This post was originally titled “There May Be No Need to Recycle Alkaline Batteries”. However as many of the great comments below show, we do indeed need to be... Read more

  Posted on 12 June 2021

• Red Wine – Healthy Or Not?

  

  Yesterday’s post got me thinking that so much media hype has been given to the possibility that drinking red wine may be good for you.  But I am not so sure it... Read more

  Posted on 12 June 2021

• Is Fruit Juice Healthy?

  

  This is not as easy a question to answer as it first appears. By fruit juice, I mean juice freshly processed at home through a juicer. Most of the information... Read more

  Posted on 08 June 2021

• Should We Use Food Crops For Food, Not Fuel?

  

  The above photo is of an ethanol manufacturing plant in the middle of the U.S. corn belt. The U.S Department of Agriculture announced last Friday, May 9th,... Read more

  Posted on 08 June 2021

• What Type of Cook Are You?

  

  Quite definitely there are only two types of cooks, recipe cooks, and no-recipe cooks. Although I definitely fall quite gracefully and squarely into the latter... Read more

  Posted on 07 June 2021

• Do Iris Flowers Change Color?

  

  I was recently asked both of the following questions: “I have a bed of what was purple bearded iris. All of them have become very light in color. Is there an... Read more

  Posted on 07 June 2021

• 5 Natural Antibiotics That Don’t Require a Prescription

  

  Next time you are feeling under the weather reach for a natural antibiotic instead of a prescribed medication. The natural antibiotic will not only be more... Read more

  Posted on 04 June 2021

• Don’t Look Like a Zombie Anymore! Get Rid of Those Dark Patches Around Your Eyes!

  

  Eyes are the windows to the soul… But, how can you peek into someone’s soul or your own soul, if you are distracted by those dark circles under the eyes? Read more

  Posted on 04 June 2021

• Alert: Knowing This May Prevent Cholesterol Problems Forever

  

  A healthy amount of cholesterol is needed by the body for its normal functioning. While cholesterol per se doesn’t cause heart problems, excess amounts of... Read more

  Posted on 04 June 2021

• Which is Better, Fresh Or Frozen Fish?

  

  For at least 25 years I have been saying that 90% of the time frozen is a better choice.  The reason is that most “fresh” fish people eat, whether from the... Read more

  Posted on 03 June 2021

• Think Beyond Organic to Ethical Milk

  

  Wednesday I was reaching into the cooler at a local grocery loading up with three different cartons of organic milk. An older man asked me if I really thought... Read more

  Posted on 03 June 2021

• Thalgo – Reviving Marine Mist Review

  

  Refreshing face mists are essential for me during Spring-Summer. Other than keeping me feeling cool, they also provide essential hydration and keep my makeup... Read more

  Posted on 01 June 2021

• Suave Sea Mineral Infusion Review

  

  I haven’t actually tried anything sea salt before. I have heard of sea salt sprays for hair texture, but having naturally curly hair I was never lacking for hai... Read more

  Posted on 28 May 2021

• Freeman Charcoal & Black Sugar Polishing Mask

  

  Skincare has really been my focus this year, and masks especially have become a major part of my skincare routine. I started trying the Freeman Charcoal ... Read more

  Posted on 28 May 2021

• Neutrogena Transparent Facial Bar for Acne Prone Skin

  

  I recently took a trip to Portland, OR towards the end of May, and to avoid having extra liquids I decided to buy and try the Neutrogena Transparent Facial Bar... Read more

  Posted on 28 May 2021

• Get Hydrated Hair with Matrix Biolage Ultra-hydrating Shampoo

  

  I have naturally curly hair, and I love to baby it. Shampoos that don’t strip the moisture out, conditioners that quench my thirsty hair, etc. Read more

  Posted on 28 May 2021

• Top Ten Must Haves for a Natural Summer

  

  Summer is upon us, and with all the positives that stem from this warm weather, carefree, outdoorsy, kick-off-your shoes season comes a few minor grooming... Read more

  Posted on 27 May 2021

• Transitioning to Organic Products

  

  Most people who make the switch to natural cosmetics and skincare experience a genuine glow from the nourishing botanicals, healing herbs, rich minerals, and... Read more

  Posted on 27 May 2021

• Anti-aging, Acne Fighting Skin Care from Paula’s Choice

  

  Skincare has been big on my mind for the last couple of years. I have been on a mission to have the best skin I can at each stage of my life. For me, that... Read more

  Posted on 27 May 2021

• Safe Non-Stick Cookware

  

  I have written so many times about why all of you should stop using your plastic coated non-stick cooking pans. Of course the push back I get from this advice i... Read more

  Posted on 26 May 2021