Do you detect a chill in the air? A strange, ominous tingle creeping up your back? These feelings could only mean one thing: Halloween is right around the corner.In addition to the pumpkins, costumes, and delightful tricks that Halloween brings, there also are treats a-plenty ...read more
Do you know what a death doula is? If you would have asked me or many of the women I work and study with that question a few years ago, most of us would have been stumped. However, since then, we’ve all taken the plunge into this previously obscure line of death work. I heard my ...read more
The time has come to start tending to your soon-to-be-growing autumn garden. Although keeping an autumn garden is quite similar to keeping a summer garden, there are a few things to keep in mind. I reached out to a handful of gardening experts for tried-and-true advice that can ...read more
The COSMOS-standard ("COSMetic Organic and Natural Standard") was created in 2002 by five major European natural and organic cosmetics standard-setting organizations. The organizations’ goal was to combine and “harmonize” their standards.Why COSMOS-standard existsAbout us" ...read more
Embracing a manifestation mindset could help you achieve your goals. Simply put, having a manifestation mindset is about clearly identifying your goals—what you want to manifest. Maintaining this mindset allows “an individual to generate, create, or invite into their lives what ...read more
Journaling is a simple way to monitor your thoughts. It also can help you learn from past mistakes and control your narrative.What I learned from journaling I tried to stick to a daily journal routine for about a month. I won't be coy about my "results"—I failed. However, the ...read more
Many people swear that essential oils can help ease various ailments. And science has found some truth to the claims. For example, a study conducted by the Cochrane Dementia and Cognitive Improvement Group discovered that aromatherapy can help people feel relaxed, less stressed, ...read more
Although work can sometimes be unpleasant—don’t get us started on the abrasive over-head lighting and limited green space—there are beauty products that can make daily grind more bearable. I reached out to a handful of natural beauty brands and received a plethora of refreshing ...read more
Yoga can strengthen a person’s body and calm their mind. However, the whole yoga practice—going to class, interacting with a teacher—can cause stress if a student has experienced trauma. We reached out to a handful of yoga and medical professionals and asked them to explain how ...read more
Solange Knowles' new art installation is all about the “om."Metatronia The singer-songwriter describes Metatronia, her new art housed at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles, as “an interdisciplinary performance piece and reflection featuring dance and sculpture.” She adds that the ...read more
Eyebrows are finally getting the much-needed attention they deserve. And although eyebrow trends change from year to year, one thing remains the same: You’ve got to have healthy brows to shape your brows. So, we reached out to two medical experts who specialize in dermatology ...read more
Although many people only think about dehydration, a condition that occurs when a person doesn’t drink enough water, in the summer, you can get dehydrated any time of year.It’s common Anyone can experience dehydration, but children, infants, the elderly, athletes, and those who ...read more
Academy-award-winning actress Jennifer Lawrence recently announced that she’s going to start working with Represent.Us., an organization that aims to get people involved in politics and out to vote. Although previous reports have stated that Lawrence was going to take an entire ...read more
We’ve all been there. You’re totally exhausted and can’t wait to lay down on your soft, comfortable bed. But once you turn out the lights, snuggle under your blankets, and close your eyes, sleep escapes you. This phenomenon is so common that drug companies are making bank on ...read more
No matter who you are, you could probably use a little more energy. Although sleep and caffeine are wonderful ways to get an energy boost, sometimes sleep just isn’t in the cards, and caffeine doesn’t serve you (hello, coffee jitters). Thankfully, there is another way to gain ...read more
Leave 2017 and your bad habits behind, and embrace 2018 with open arms—and a new lease on your health. We want to help you get a jumpstart on your "new year of you", so, we’re launching this health-filled giveaway. It's valued at $563.69! Read on if you’d like to learn more ...read more
Whether or not you believe the hype that crystals have any healing powers or beautifying benefits, crystals and crystal-infused products are incredibly popular this year. If you have a friend who never forgets to charge her crystals under a full moon and swears her stones’ ...read more
The holidays are a time for cooking, baking, and making merriment. You can easily help your favorite baker or chef make their favorite handmade, flavor-filled creations by giving them any of the following kitchen essentials. And don’t worry, savvy shoppers—all of these items are ...read more
The eating disorder spectrum is far-reaching. Most of the general public understand what anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating disorder are. However, there are other eating disorders that affect men and women, too. One of those less common disorders is orthorexia.What is ...read more
Wether you can’t make it home for Thanksgiving, or just want to show your friends a good time, having a Friendsgiving celebration is a fine idea. We want to help you throw the best Friendsgiving celebration possible, so we reached out to a handful of food, drink, and decorating ...read more
There’s no shame in using sexual lubricants to make sex feel better. The following sexual lubricants are great choices to keep by your bedside. (And they are natural, too!)1. Sutil from Self ServeSelf Serve is a feminist, sex-positive sex shop in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Self ...read more
Box stores, online shops, and pop-up Halloween costume stores are filled to the brim with mass-marketed Halloween costumes. Although these outfits are easy to buy and slap on in a pinch, they lack creative thought and sometimes are quite insensitive to various cultures and ...read more
If you’re trying to choose where to get your next bath and body beauty fix from, we’ve got just the place.The many, wonderful sides of LushLush has made fresh, handmade cosmetics since its inception in 1996. The company's creatives make bath bombs and other unique beauty treats. ...read more
Conservation has evolved leaps and bounds since the 1970s. The catchy “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” narrative has become more serious as more and more people directly experience the impact of climate change. But one aspect of the green movement has stubbornly remained stuck in the ...read more
Every food lover with an Instagram account dreams of being an amazing food photographer. But unfortunately, more often than not, food photos come out looking more like food fails than scrumptious meals. We can help you with that. We reached out to a few professional food ...read more
Your yoga practice pushes you physically and mentally. But let’s face it — when summer is in full swing, your yoga wear takes an extra beating. So, we reached out to sustainable yoga wear and accessory designers to find out what pieces can take sweaty, summer yoga sessions. ...read more
Sustainable farming practices are critical to our planet. But sustainable wine certifications — like the ones in Napa County and Sonoma County California — aren’t quite living up to some growers' sustainable standards.Sustainable certification in Napa and Sonoma Napa and Sonoma ...read more
Your personal yoga practice is tough and feels great. But sometimes, your tried-and-true yoga routine is more painful than "great." One of these times is, let’s face it, during your period. To help relieve that monthly pain, we reached out to a handful of yoga experts. They ...read more
We all know that pumpkin flesh is incredibly tasty. Who doesn’t love pumpkin bread and cake?! But there’s more to the pumpkin than that. Lets start from the inside out.1. Stringy pumpkin insides Yes, this part of the pumpkin doesn’t read appealing, but when correctly prepared it ...read more
Conscious coffee lovers who also love sustainability: Listen up. Coffee has always been a reliable drink to turn to when a pick-me-up is needed. Although the way people drink coffee is changing—more millennials tend to venture to their favorite neighborhood coffee shop to get a ...read more
We all feel exhausted sometimes--for any number of reasons. You know the feeling. Even though you get a great night sleep, you start to feel like you need a nap around 10 a.m. That always-tired feeling? It’s terrible. Excruciating, even. To help you combat this terrible ...read more
Hey, you. Stop! Don’t hit the alarm. You will feel so, so, so much better if you just get up and get moving. We swear. Early morning workout routines are tough if you’re one of the many people who doesn’t wake-up as soon as their feet hit the floor. But so many of us end up ...read more
We’ve all been there. You think you wrapped that other avocado half so well that no brown would be able to stain its ripe, green flesh. But once you unwrap your soon-to-be-consumed treat, you find that the avocado is too far gone—it’s totally brown, squishy, and inedible. Sigh. ...read more
Come on, Bill Clinton. We know—KNOW—that you have to have better cookie recipes than the one you just submitted to the Annual First Lady Cookie Contest: Clinton Family Chocolate Chip Cookies. Yawn. Well, Bill, we’ve got a few cookie recipes that aren’t as—sorry—uninspired as ...read more
We can point the finger at anyone we want: prescription-happy doctors, factory farms, the antibiotic-resistant superbugs themselves. But no matter what, this is the new reality we live in--antibiotics are failing to work in humans when needed most--so we may as well try to ...read more
If you think you have general wheat sensitivity and tire of your friends smirking when you reveal why you try to avoid foods like pasta and bread, you now may have a scientific reason to back up your dietary preferences. The groundbreaking report comes from a group of scientists ...read more
Who doesn’t want to improve their brain? What if we told you that all you had to do to make your gray matter perform better was put on running shoes, open your front door and get moving? Well, increasing your smarts may actually be that simple.The brain-running ...read more
A number of startups want to turn more consumers onto eating food that would have otherwise gone to waste--eliminating food waste and giving us delicious ways to do it. These four companies are turning food waste, or food byproducts, into tantalizing, edible goods.1. Back to the ...read more
People are madly researching mosquito repellents this summer thanks to the Zika virus. And while bug spray can keep this flying menace at bay, people with green thumbs can wander out to their deck or garden and use some elbow grease to plant bug repellent potted plants.Image via ...read more
Marketing products to kids is taboo. But what if sneaky, marketing techniques—cartoons, bright colors, cute characters—were used for good? Like for marketing vegetables?Meet the Sprowtz Enter Super Sprowtz: a superhero gang of large puppeted vegetables. The group travels ...read more
Did you know that showering isn’t really necessary? Apparently, your body can keep itself smelling fresh and clean all by itself. Well, kind of. Let us elaborate.The shower-free life Recently, two journalists—one female the other male—decided to go a month without showering. ...read more
If you’re a summer bride-to-be, you’re probably in the thick of wedding planning right now. One of those things that needs a lot of planning is, of course, the food. Not only do you need to get everyone’s preferred dish preference, but you also need to make sure you don’t order ...read more
If you have a burger and fries on Saturday, and some pizza and one too many beers on Sunday, do you start a juice cleanse on Monday? If so, you’re a true, blue American who embraces health extremes—and that may not be such a good thing. The American food culture is all about ...read more
Lawns: Most everyone has one, but very few people actually care for their little outdoor could-be oasis. Well, there’s a company that would like to put an end to dreaded, dead lawns by turning them into tiny urban farms. We recently caught up with Michele Bumbier, program ...read more
Gardens are beautiful and useful. Whether they are filled with flowers, lush plants, or nutritious vegetables, fruits, and herbs, walking by a gorgeous garden can brighten any dismal mood. Unfortunately, not everyone shares this love for plants. One such place? The South ...read more
If you’re an avid Organic Authority reader, you know we enjoy Rainbeau Mars' work. And who could blame us? Her dedication to health and amazing food is admirable. Well, Mars has done it again. The clean-eating superstar recently released a bonus eBook in conjunction with a ...read more
Summer has never been my favorite season. But as a kid, I still thought it had some beautiful bits of mystery. One of the beautiful, magical aspects I still find joy in is the firefly. But over the past few years, I noticed a sharp decline of the amount of glowing, little orbs ...read more
Summer is the time for laziness. It can be quite difficult to work up the energy to make a meal when lounging on the porch is just so darn easy. Well, we want to help you to keep from starving (or just shoveling watermelon flavored Oreos into your piehole), so we’ve rounded up 3 ...read more
Organic beers are loved by all. But for the dads who put in a lot of time taking care of the kids, helping out around the house, and perfecting all those terrible dad jokes--they could stand to throw back a few cold ones. So, we’d like to suggest 3 great, organic beers to gift ...read more
People love fancy toast. I’m not sure if it’s because of all the delectable artisan breads now available, or because dips and spreads are so fun to eat. But really, who cares. This… meal? Snack? Is incredibly enjoyable to eat no matter what. So, we’ve rounded up 3 fancy toast ...read more