There are a few different labels that organic wines can carry and I recently found out what means what! In 2001, the USDA issued the following guidelines for wines that are labeled as organic: “Made with Organic Grapes”- these wines are made up of at least 70% organic grapes and have added sulfites*. “Organic”- no added sulfites [...]
All posts for the month May, 2009
Organic Wine – differences are on the label (& in the bottle)
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 29, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/organic-wine-differences-are-in-the-label-in-the-bottle/
Natural Lip Color
Aubrey Organics Natural Lip Sheer Tints are a great natural choice for lip color. Organic coconut oil, shea butter, and jojoba oil keep lips shiny and smooth. Meanwhile, organic food-based flavors like organic peppermint and strawberry oils keep lips naturally fresh and sweet. The coloring in the tints come from sustainable sources, including beet powder, caramel, and radish. These natural tints are [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 27, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/natural-lip-color/
A favorite floral scent – Gardenias
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 27, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/one-of-my-favorite-natural-scents-gardenias/
Aloe – one of nature's best skin foods
I recently used Aubrey Organics Pure Aloe Vera and it reminded me just how much I love using aloe on my skin. Aubrey is one of the older and better natural skin care companies around today. For this great natural beauty product, Aubrey simply combines organic aloe vera with grapefruit seed extract and vitamin E (two [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 26, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/aloe-one-of-natures-best-skin-foods/
Quote of the Day
“Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.”-World Health Organization, 1948
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 26, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/quote-of-the-day-9/
Healthy Snack Ideas
handful of raw nuts or seeds hard boiled egg celery sticks with natural peanut butter plain yogurt with fruit and honey whole grain crackers with hummus slices of green and/or red pepper with guacamole small serving of oatmeal
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 26, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/healthy-snack-ideas/
Rosehip ice cubes!
The next time you’re looking for an easy way to to give your face a healthy lift, make some rosehip ice cubes! First, brew a pot of strong rose hip tea (packed with vitamin C). Then pour the tea into an ice tray and let it freeze. When your skin needs some refreshing, just wrap one of the cubes in a handkerchief [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 22, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/rosehip-ice-cubes/
Sydney Hale
Sydney Hale was born from a woman’s passionate hobby and dedication to nature-inspried, high-quality home and bath products. I recently discovered this very impressive, handmade line of home and beauty products while browsing an outdoor market in Northern Virginia. The packaging looks like the products are straight out of a high-end boutique, and the smells and quality match that impression [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 14, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/sydney-hale/
Pinot Noir in your glass And your bath!
The next time you have some red wine you aren’t so crazy about or you let it sit around just a little too long, well here is your solution: put it in your bath! Not only will it make your bath seem more luxurious, it will also help soften your skin. About a glass (or 3/4 cup - 1 cup) of any red [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 14, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/pinot-noir-in-your-glass-and-your-bath/
Less or no chemicals in the pool this summer…
If you’re interested in using less chemicals in your pool or if you’re trying to go chemical-free all together then here are some companies and products I came across that should be helpful! ZODIAC POOL CARE’S NATURE2 – uses mineral technology to sanitize pool and spa water without heavy doses of chlorine. ECOSMARTE [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 13, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/less-chemicals-in-the-pool-this-year/
Hello Yellow
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 12, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/hello-yellow/
Eco-friendly Dishwashing Detergents
Here are some automatic dishwashing detergents that clean without the use of bleach and phosphates: Seventh Generation - retails for about $5.99 for a 45 oz box. Mrs. Meyers - around $7.99 for a 48 oz bottle. Method - about $6.50 for a bag of 20 detergent tabs (cleans 20 loads of dishes).
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 12, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/eco-friendly-dishwashing-detergents/
Nature's Neosporin
Looking for an all natural product that is ideal for insect bites, rashes, scrapes, and cuts? Skinbiotics Treatment Oil by derma e® is the perfect addition to your medicine cabine. This potent mixture consists of two of nature’s greatest germ fighthers: tea tree oil and oregano oil. Tea tree oil and oregano oil are naturally antibacterial, antifungal and antiseptic. These [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 11, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/natures-neosporin/
Spinach & Beet’s Cousin – Swiss Chard
Nutrition Information for Swiss chard (1 cup cooked): Fiber: 3.7 grams Magnesium: 150 mg Vitamin C: 31.5 mg Vitamin E: 3.31 mg Vitamin K: 572.8 mcg In addition, Swiss chard contains beta-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin, which help maintain eye health and reduce the risk of cataracts. Chard also contains B6 and potassium, which may reduce [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 11, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/spinach-beets-cousin-swiss-chard/
Something to help you stop killing those nice plants!
For novice gardeners and/or hard-to-grow plants, here’s a really useful tool I came across: EASYBLOOM. This sensor will actually tell you if something you are growing needs more water or light (how cool is that!). Between the sensor itself and the EasyBloom website, you can figure out key information like where a plant would grow [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 11, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/something-to-help-you-stop-killing-those-nice-plants/
Wrinkles? Stop worrying…
No Worries face cream for sensitive skin by Garden Girl Skin Care has no scent, a great consistency, and is quickly, well-absorbed by the skin. With aloe, jojoba oil and hylauronic acid, this cream richly moisturizes skin to fight lines and wrinkles without clogging or irritating your complexion. Once you have purchased your first jar of cream, you [...]
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 7, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/wrinkles-stop-worrying/
A tree truly covered in flowers
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 7, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/a-tree-truly-covered-in-flowers/
Quote of the day
“Be true to your work, your word, and your friend.” -Henry David Thoreau
Posted by All Natural Annie on May 7, 2009
http://allnaturalannie.com/2009/05/quote-of-the-day-8/
