Mindful Mama

Picture of ice cold Diet Coke can. Many people wonder if Diet Coke is bad for you because of the artificial sweeteners and other ingredients. Giving up Diet Coke has helped me eat cleaner.

Is Diet Coke (or Artificial Sweeteners) Bad for You? You’re Asking the Wrong Question

This post isn’t actually about whether or not Diet Coke, diet soda and other artificial sweetener laden drinks…

by Maggie

Picture and reviews comparison of Boll & Branch 100% organic cotton sheets vs Magnolia Organics organic cotton sheets from Amazon.com

Best Organic Bedding and Sheets Review: Boll and Branch vs Magnolia Organics on Amazon

How important is it to use organic cotton sheets vs regular cotton? I’m not too sure, but I…

by Maggie

Picture and reviews - I've tried 13+ protein bars consistently over the past 13 years to help balance my blood sugar and insulin throughout the day. I used to rely heavily on Quest Bars. Now I'm more likely to eat RX Bars, Primal Kitchen paleo collagen bars, health warrior chia bars and most often, Organic Larabars.

Thirteen Years and 13+ Bars Later: My Quest for the Best Healthy Protein Bars

I’ve been keeping snack bars, energy bars, meal bars, protein bars and granola bars in my purse steadily…

by Maggie

Stress reduction for adrenal fatigue, PCOS, hypothyroidism and chronic pain: non-toxic small batch candles from Wall's Wonders Etsy shop and the book Creative Visualization

Inside Wall’s Wonders Candle Making: Non-Irritating Lovingly Scented Candles!

So yes I know you must be wondering: this girl complains about scents all the time, how can…

by Maggie

Picture of shredded chicken from Mickey Trescott's The Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook and My review. I have hasimoto's and vitiligo, both are autoimmune diseases

The Autoimmune Pale Cookbook – Review

I was diagnosed with my first autoimmune disease at age 19 – Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. I’ve been taking Levoxyl ever…

by Maggie

Pictures of beautiful jeweled, neon, emerald and tortoise shell statement necklaces. These were some of my favorite statement necklaces, but they put too much pressure on my neck and shoulders. I gave them to friends instead of wearing them. Reducing necklace wearing majorly improved my neck and shoulder tension and provided TMJ relief.

6 Months Free from TMJ! and Neck Pain: How I Got Rid of Jaw Pain, Carpal Tunnel, Shoulder & Neck Pain for Good

What do these beautiful statement necklaces have in common? They aren’t mine any more. They were beautiful. I…

by Maggie

the Adrenal Reset Diet book by Alan Christianson, NMD - solutions for how to treat adrenal fatigue and possibly melasma

Adrenal Fatigue Treatment : Adrenal Reset Diet Review Part 1

This should also be titled adrenal fatigue epiphany #1! Everyone should read this book. I re-read it once…

by Maggie

Rosy Rings Botanical Lavender and Lemon Natural Kitchen Candle

Rosy Rings Botanical Candle Review: Lavender & Lemon Kitchen Candle

I caved. I bought a candle. Every time I go to my favorite restaurant they have this delicious…

by Maggie

Picture of my natural wool dryer balls and organic lemon and organic bergamot essential oils.

Non-Toxic Natural Wool Dryer Balls: A Better Alternative to Dryer Sheets

I was so excited when we moved to California a few years ago. We were living in essentially…

by Maggie

Picture of the view of the Atlantic Ocean and Cliff Walk from the historic The Breakers mansion in Newport Rhode Island. built by the Vanderbilt Family.

How to Stay Healthy While Traveling: Part 1 – Newport, Rhode Island

My husband and I travel a lot. Fortunately, for both work and play. I love to travel, but…

by Maggie

Picture of Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet Perfume and Volupsa French Cade Lavendar Candle

Going Fragrance Free – Reducing Artificial Fragrance and Endocrine Disrupters

3 Things Happen When You Reduce Artificial and Strong Fragrances

by Maggie