You may have seen people touting the benefits of dry brushing–from celebrities to wellness bloggers, this topic is hot! But does it actually work? Yes, yes it does. The body uses the kidneys, lungs, bowel and skin to help detoxify what is ingested or inhaled. The skin is the largest eliminative organ of the body, […]
We are always on the hunt for skincare companies that focus on quality, are TRULY pure and actually work! Primally Pure is one of those companies. Bethany is a supermom–passionate about ridding our pits of toxic deodorants (their charcoal deo is AMAZING!) and providing skincare products that have high quality ingredients, all the while being […]
It May Be Time to Detox Your Wardrobe Spandex yoga pants have become the new skinny jeans – and with good reason. They seem to magically hold in the parts we wouldn’t miss (goodbye cellulite and sag!) and emphasize the ones we’re rather proud of (hello curves and calves!), while somehow being almost more comfortable […]
We use coconut oil in our homes and at the office for everything from cooking and baking to moisturizing skin. Allison even has a coconut oil jar dedicated for her dog, Artie. She adds the oil to his food to keep his skin moisturized too! One of our favorite daily uses is oil-pulling. Here’s the […]
Nontoxic Cookware Choosing and Caring for Pieces That Last I was first introduced to nontoxic cookware by my friend Sabrina, whom I lived with after college. Sabrina, an amazing cook, taught me a lot about cooking and nutrition and introduced me to her favorite cooking utensil: a humble cast iron pan with a wooden handle. She […]
Lymph: The Missing Link in a Liver Detox Thinking about doing a detox cleanse or reducing your chemical exposure? If you’ve been following along with our Common Household Chemicals to Avoid series, you know how easy it can be to start removing harmful chemicals from your home. Many people get discouraged when they go on a […]
A Bath Recipe to Neutralize Ionizing Radiation Exposure This salt and soda soak is a radiation-neutralizing bath designed to help you detox and to clear your system of ionizing radiation, a particularly invasive environmental factor that can devastate your immune system. A salt and soda soak is an ideal way to detox after taking a […]
The Fresh, Clean Smell: Air Pollution Have you ever walked around your neighborhood and noticed that fresh smell of someone doing laundry? Bad news: when you breathe in that “clean” familiar scent, you’re actually getting a lung-full of toxic chemicals. According to research by the University of Washington, when scented laundry detergents and fabric softeners […]
Did you know this article is part of a series on Detoxing Your Laundry? If you’d like to read along, please check out the other articles from the series: Do You Know What’s In Your Detergent? Why Use Branch Basics for Laundry? The Importance of a Nontoxic Detergent Nontoxic Laundry Instructions Stainmaster Guide: Treat Stains […]
These laundry instructions are the method we suggest for incorporating Branch Basics Concentrate into your laundry routine. Typically, if stains are properly pretreated, 1 teaspoon of Branch Basics Concentrate is adequate even for larger, tougher loads. Branch Basics Laundry: Top-Loading Machines For top-loading machines, add 1-2 teaspoons of Concentrate to your washing machine as it fills with water. […]
Chicken bone broth has been considered throughout history as a base for traditional healing soups in cultures around the world. The bones and meat from healthy, organic, pasture-raised chickens release an abundant array of powerful micro nutrients, amino acids, antioxidants, and minerals into the water when simmered for hours at a low temperature. The resultant […]
SO NOW WHAT? If you’ve reached this step, you deserve a big CONGRATULATIONS! Your body thanks you! (And so should all of those who live with you.) The body is a brilliant, self-healing machine if given the right conditions, a big one being the purity of the air we breathe. Some of the biggest culprits […]
If you do no other step, do this one. Crucial to the entire process is the complete removal of toxic cleaning products and pesticides. If you decide instead to store them away somewhere “just in case”, or “see if it really affects me”, you are allowing dangerous chemicals and toxic pesticides to linger in […]
With 2017 behind us and 360 new, beautiful days ahead, we wanted to take the time to refocus on our health and well-being. Here at Branch Basics, we believe that having a healthy home is foundational to overall health. Often we find that even after making changes to your diet and exercising more, there may […]
Healthy people with strong digestive function do not need more HCL (stomach acid). Unfortunately, in today’s world of high stress, fast and processed foods, antibiotic use, prescription, and over the counter drug side effects, many people have a deficient supply of HCL. Strong, healthy digestive function plays a foundational role in determining a person’s state of wellbeing and health.
I absolutely love this healthy spelt crust pumpkin pie because it’s easy, has a ton of flavor and the main ingredient is a vegetable! When I first made it, I knew the search for the best pumpkin pie recipe had ended…and that this treat wouldn’t be confined to the holiday season. I’m betting you’ll feel […]
Autumn is in the air and according to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, fall’s onset kicks off the cold and flu season which typically peaks during the winter months. Colds and flu spread from person to person, mostly through coughs, sneezes, talking, or by touching an infected surface then transmitting it to […]
This season is known for its indulgences, but thankfully there are more and more recipes available that give a wholesome spin on our traditional holiday foods. My mom recently adapted this “candied” walnut recipe and it’s been a huge hit around our house over the past few weeks. It’s simple, nutritious and divinely delicious. Best […]
“NATURAL PEST CONTROL” – A BRANCH BASICS SERIES Throughout this past year, we have continued to receive questions from you about healthy living in general, but inquiries about how to deal with pests in the home without the use of harmful pesticides have prevailed. In our series last year, Common Chemicals to Avoid, our initial […]
Did you know that you can make your own Nut Milk at home in about 5 minutes? It is so easy and cost effective! You can use any nut or seed that you like: almond, walnut, sunflower, hemp, hazelnut, sesame, pumpkin, or even pecan (which is what I used for this recipe for pumpkin spiced […]