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How to Remove Permanent Hair Dye Naturally: 3 Methods

If you color your hair, there may be times when you want to know how to remove permanent hair dye naturally. Maybe that color job didn't turn out quite as expected or you simply want to go back to your natural color. Here are three methods you can use to get rid of permanent dye using natural hai...
How to Remove Permanent Hair Dye Naturally: 3 Methods

Healthy Feeling

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4 Ways to Turn Overripe Fruit into Something Delicious

I have a particular habit when I'm food shopping: Whenever I see discounted bags of bananas at the grocery store...

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Dairy-Free Baking: Substitutes That Are a Piece of Cake

Whether you're looking to go dairy-free for dietary reasons or simply out of choice, it can feel intimidating learning how...

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How to Get Rid of Thrush in Babies' Mouths Naturally

If your baby seems a little fussier than usual and you notice little yellow-white patches coating their mouth, oral thrush...

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How Pampering Yourself Makes You Healthier

As commitments overlap on my calendar, and emails crowd my inbox, physical stress quietly builds in my body. I don't...

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Three Deep Stretch Yoga Poses for Better Flexibility

Since yoga was introduced to the West in the 20th century, it has been embraced as a beneficial physical activity....

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What Is Teff and How Do You Cook It?

When it comes to gluten-free grains, it isn't always easy finding alternatives to wheat, especially in baked goods or side...

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Thinking Sustainably

How Plants for Kids Teach Them about the Environment

How Plants for Kids Teach Them about the Environment

Planting a fruit and vegetable garden is not only a great way to ensure you have plenty of fresh produce;...

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Living a Sustainable Lifestyle: A Starter Guide

What exactly does it mean to live sustainably? In a nutshell, a sustainable lifestyle is one that incorporates eco-friendly principles...

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Houseplants

The Benefits of Hypoallergenic Plants for Your Home

Are you ready to infuse your home with some color and cleaner air as we head toward the cooler winter...

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DIY Apple-Cinnamon Homemade Potpourri Sachets

It's no secret I like to dig out my craft supplies during the cold days of winter. I've made everything...

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DIY Potting Soil and Its Environmental Benefits

As beautiful weather welcomes you outside, your green thumb is likely pulling you toward your garden. Whether you're planting seeds...

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Nontoxic, Outdoor Summer Cleaning Tips to Finalize Your Patio

Summer means plenty of time outside, playing in the grass from dawn till dusk and making the most of your...

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Helping Hands

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4 Holiday Volunteer Opportunities the Whole Family Will Love

The holidays are the perfect time to connect with family and friends and enjoy each other's company while doing something...

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30-Day Gratitude Challenge: What I Learned Along the Way

Small moments matter. That sentiment rests deeply in my thoughts as I reflect on a 30-day self-imposed gratitude challenge focused...

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33 Ways to Offer Support for Parents in Your Community

33 Ways to Offer Support for Parents in Your Community

You can't get much done when you're caring for multiple kids, a new baby, or a child with special needs....

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How to Get Involved in Local Government: 3 Ways to Contribute to Your Community

When you learn who your local leaders are and what they stand for, you are taking an important step toward...

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How to Donate to Penny Charities: Making Change with Spare Change

Chances are, you have a lot of spare change lying around—whether wedged between cushions or in a piggy bank. Have...

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What to Donate to a Food Drive to Give What They Actually Need

Throughout the year, food drives encourage members of the community to provide nonperishable items to those in need. But do...

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Natural Products

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Is Fragrance Bad for Your Skin? Learn If Fragranced or Fragrance-Free Soap Is Right for

Seeing the word fragrance on a soap label can sometimes make you take pause. It might be unclear what that...

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Hydrated Silica in Toothpaste: What's Its Function?

Knowing how to read an ingredient list is just one part of choosing the safest personal care products for your...

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What Is Inulin and What Does It Do?

Perhaps you're already versed in naturally occurring dietary fiber and how it can help your digestive system. But did you...

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What Is Carrageenan Used For in Personal Care Products?

You may be surprised to learn that some foods you eat and products you use contain an ingredient derived from...

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Natural Remedies for Dandruff

Dandruff is a frustrating problem that may cause some people to feel embarrassed. But, as frustrating as it may be,...

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How does mint deliver the cool, fresh breath we all love?

How does mint deliver the cool, fresh breath we all love?

Why does a freshly brushed mouth have that cool, fresh feeling? Most people love mint for the sweet flavor and...

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