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Our modern concept of love often leaves us longing for something more. Can Eros reawaken our society’s dormant desire? Here’s how welcoming the brutal alongside the beautiful could re-define love and pleasure.
Just because it’s “natural” doesn’t mean it’s sourced and processed responsibly: The top 20 ingredients to watch out for, according to recent testing. We turn to Nature’s Answer for clean, trustworthy herbal products (made by herbalists for decades). (code Herbalismrach for 25% off all products)
The FDA just banned Red No. 3. What this means for food, drinks, and medicine.
Personalized nutrition companies face an uncertain market, but democratization of the industry could lead to better health outcomes, and individual empowerment.
Native forests are at the frontlines of the climate crisis. Protect them alongside the Bob Brown Foundation and other Earth activists.
In a world of fast fashion and trendy cosmetics, slow is radical. We love everything that Ever Amid crafts—botanical beauty products that celebrate the cycles of nature.
Colder temperatures make a hot, sweaty workout all the more enticing. This NYTimes article highlights the benefits and health considerations of heated exercise practices.
This mozote and mint tea from Costa Rica is calming, caffeine-free, and made with ingredients grown in the Blue Zone of Nicoya. (Another recommendation from one of my Tico friends here: Tilo, which we know as Linden.)
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By Annika Sampson | Annika is a writer, educator, and gardener based in Bellingham WA. You can find more of her work at annikasampson.com.
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