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Give Your Medicine Cabinet an Earthley Makeover!

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Have you ever compared medicine cabinet contents with anyone?

I bet you would be surprised to discover just how many pharmaceutical and over-the-counter (OTC) products others typically have in their medicine cabinets.

Did you know that many people power through illness with herbal remedies and rarely turn to OTC solutions?

Why not just use OTC remedies?

There are a few reasons why we don’t opt to use drugstore products:

Ingredients

Have you ever read the labels of medicines intended for children? They are full of high fructose corn syrup, artificial sweeteners, dyes, flavorings, preservatives, alcohol, and parabens. Not only is this gross, but it is counter-productive. These are precisely the types of chemicals that cause inflammation, allergic reactions, and behavior issues, among other side effects! If a child is already sick enough to reach for a solution, the last thing one wants to do is create even more symptoms!

Recalls

Apparently our definition of safe differs from the FDA’s definition of safe. Over the years, dozens of drugs that were once advertised as safe have been recalled. These recalls happen for multiple reasons- over time, enough people suffer severe enough side effects that the FDA retracts the approval of safety; drugs are found to be contaminated with things like glass shards or tiny pieces of plastic; or a drug may contain a higher-than-intended concentration of active ingredients (meaning you could accidentally overdose even if you use it as labeled).

Side Effects

These medications often don’t help much and/or cause side effects worse than the symptoms they are intended to treat. Headache, drowsiness or dry mouth may not seem like a big deal if you’re really sick and desperate, but these side-effects are also your body’s way of telling you there’s a problem. And these aren’t the only potential issues. Many OTC drugs most people consider perfectly safe carry warning labels that indicate otherwise. For example, acetaminophen is the leading cause of acute liver failure (1). Ibuprofen is a whole ‘nother issue too (read more in Why You Shouldn't Take Ibuprofen).

How to Makeover Your Medicine Cabinet – the Earthley Way!

First things first, you want to get off on the right foot.

General Support and Tools:

1. Multivitamin: Did you know that you can use Herbal Vitamins for Immune Support? Try our one of Nourish Naturally Herbal Multivitamins!

2. Germ Fighter: Use an alcohol (at least 63% of total volume) and essential oil spray for disinfecting and sanitizing. Try our All-Purpose Spray with the necessary amount of alcohol, filtered water, and lemon & lavender essential oils.

3. Magnesium: Did you know that magnesium performs over 300 essential functions in your body, including promoting healthy sleep, natural detox, healthy blood sugar levels, and gut health? Try our Good Night Lotion for a gentle and easy-to-use magnesium application!

4. Elderberry Tincture: Elderberries are known for their powerful immune supporting abilities. Try our Elderberry Elixir or make your own syrup with DIY Elderberry Syrup Kits. Check out 5 Reasons to Try Elderberry Tincture.

5. Vitamin D: Having sufficient vitamin D levels is crucial for a strong immune system, so load up on foods that are high in vitamin D like pastured eggs and Cod Liver Oil. If you aren't excited about the taste of Cod Liver Oil, try our Vitamin D Cream!

More Everyday Wellness Support:
*Bonus Tip: Eliminate sugar! It’s also worth mentioning that sugar suppresses the immune system, so as a general rule, sugar should be a special treat and not a regular part of your diet.

Now, about the specific needs.

Head Discomfort Support:
Sleep Support:
Digestive Support:
Gut Health Support:
Sinus and Allergy Support:
It should be noted that grains and pasteurized dairy products can increase symptoms of seasonal allergies.
Respiratory Support:
Immune System Support:
Joint and Muscle Support:
Skin Support:
Too much? Just want a basic start? Let us suggest:

Disclaimer: This post is not intended as medical advice. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA, and nothing in this post is intended to diagnose, treat, or cure anything. If you have questions, please do your own research or seek advice from a health professional.

Sources:

1 https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/acute-liver-failure