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[Savvy Swaps] Dishwasher Soap

Lisa Roth Collins, RHN — Wed, 01 Dec 2021 06:00:21 +0000

Do you know what's in your dishwasher pods? Well, this Savvy Swap can shed some light on how many chemicals there are in those brightly colored pods.⁣ They can be full of endocrine disruptors like fragrance and chemicals which we would rather avoid.
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We love the pods from Nature Clean because not only do they get our dishes super clean but they are good for the environment too.⁣
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Did you ever stop to think of what was in your pods?⁣

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[Savvy Swaps] Wipes

Lisa Roth Collins, RHN — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 05:00:42 +0000

Did you know that some brands of wipes contain fragrances, alcohol, parabens, and phthalates?

You’ll often see the word “fragrance” on the label, but not phthalates because they’re one of the many chemicals that can be labeled as a fragrance. The reason phthalates are bad for us is because they can cause hormone disruptions.

Luckily parabens aren't as common anymore because of consumer demand. They used to be added to stop mold from growing in the wipes. Parabens can also mess with hormones.

Alcohol can be very drying and disrupt the PH of your tender areas. Stay away!

We chose the wipes on the right from Utiva Health. They use natural ingredients and some are even organic. And they are more gentle than toilet paper when you’re experiencing irritation.

Do you use hygiene wipes?

As a fan of Naturally Savvy you can receive a 25% off your first order on all Utiva Health products.

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[Savvy Swap] Hand Sanitizer

Lisa Roth Collins, RHN — Tue, 03 Aug 2021 05:00:49 +0000

When you don't have access to water to wash your hands with soap, sanitizer is an option.

Here is a list of ingredients to avoid in hand sanitizers. We want to draw your attention to fragrances and colors which are often added to sanitizers to make them smell better or look pretty. Fragrance is an endocrine disrupter and can mess with your hormones.

The ethanol alcohol in sanitizer is what helps it break down germs and although we would prefer to wash our hands with good ‘ole soap and water instead, it isn't always possible.

In this Savvy Swap, we choose Lily of the Desert for their hand sanitizer which has a simple list of ingredients that will help you clean your hands while on the go, and won't dry them out because it also has aloe vera to help moisturize your skin.

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[Savvy Swap] Electrolyte Hydration

Lisa Roth Collins, RHN — Sun, 16 May 2021 05:00:39 +0000

Dehydration is a topic we have covered before when we discussed the big fuss about hydration. We had mentioned how when we are choosing hydration products; we like to avoid those that are loaded with a lot of added sugar and those that have artificial flavors and colors.

Our favorite Savvy Swap for Hydration is SOS Hydration. Here are some of the reasons why we choose it:

It only has 3 grams of sugar. It opens up the sodium-glucose transport with the correct ratio of glucose to sodium so your cells can optimize the absorption of water. Pretty cool science if you ask us.
SOS Hydration was developed by a physician and is as effective as an IV Drip at combating mild to moderate hydration.
It comes in yummy flavors like mango and watermelon. The powder is highly portable, and if ready-to-drink is your preferred format, they have that too.

Next time you are looking at hydration products for yourself or your family try a better for you bran like SOS Hydration.

[Editor's Note: SOS Hydration is a partner of Naturally Savvy and we carefully vet all products we endorse to make sure they meet our standards. If we would not use a product ourselves or give it to our families, we would not suggest it to you. We love SOS for its incredible hydrating abilities and because it is low in sugar. A real winner in our eyes.]

Learn more about SOS Hydration from the Founder James Mayo:

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[Savvy Swaps] Urinary Tract Health Supplements

Andrea Donsky, RHN — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 05:00:25 +0000

Cranberries are super little berries and are known for helping with urinary tract health. Did you ever wonder why?

Cranberries have this amazing antioxidant called proanthocyanidins or PACs. To get the most out of cranberries for urinary tract health we suggest avoiding sugary cranberry juice and choosing a supplement with 36mg PACs, the clinically proven dose that helps to prevent UTIs. Sugar has an unfortunate secondary effect, it actually feeds the bacteria that can cause a UTI (urinary tract infection) in the first place.

Also, cranberry juice can have preservatives that we like to avoid. Or even worse, they can be sweetened with artificial sweeteners.

So next time you suspect you have a UTI, may we suggest a high-quality brand like Utiva. Their line of products includes test strips (similar to the ones your doctor would use), UTI Cranberry PACs (with 36mg PACs), D-Mannose Attack, and probiotics known to enhance urinary tract health. You can take their supplements which are well supported by doctors to help prevent UTIs from recurring.

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[Savvy Swaps] Kids Toothpaste

Lisa Roth Collins, RHN — Wed, 07 Oct 2020 05:00:47 +0000

Twice a day we find ourselves reminding our kids to brush their teeth. At Naturally Savvy, we learned early on that kid's toothpaste is often marketed to kids with fancy flavors, colors, sparkles, and to parents who want to ensure their kids don't get cavities with fluoride.

It has since been discovered that fluoride is a neurotoxin and this is something to avoid. This is especially important to young developing brains since kids aren't very good at spitting out their toothpaste, you can decrease their exposure by choosing a product without fluoride.

We also try to minimize our kid's exposure to artificial flavors and colors because they are believed to lead to issues with behavior. And those plastic sparkles in the toothpaste are awful for our oceans plus a bunch of it gets swallowed.

For ourselves, we choose fluoride-free toothpaste and for our kids, we love the toothpaste from Nature Clean. Even the names of the flavors sound tasty "Berry Fresh" and "Tangarine Tango". In our Savvy Swap, we have highlighted the ingredients you should avoid in all toothpaste. Keep this graphic handy when you go shopping.

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[Savvy Swap] – Popsicles

Lisa Roth Collins, RHN — Fri, 24 Jul 2020 05:00:46 +0000

When it is hot outside and you are looking for a cold treat do you or your kids reach for popsicles? We are sure you do and a sweet treat that helps keep you hydrated is wonderful however, the ingredients aren't always wonderful. Here are some of the ingredients to be on the lookout for:

Uncle Matt's Organic Probiotic Pop's are a much healthier choice. They are made with actual organic fruit plus have added probiotics to keep your microbiome happy. The Probiotic Pop's come in a variety of flavors including strawberry, orange mango, and dark cherry, YUM!

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[Savvy Swap] No Sugar Added Lemonade

Lisa Roth Collins, RHN — Thu, 25 Jun 2020 05:00:37 +0000

Lemonade has been around for a very long time with its history dating far back to ancient Egypt. Now it is better known as a summer drink right here at home. Unfortunately, some brands add a lot of sugar to counteract the tartness of lemons or resort to using artificial sweeteners like aspartame or acesulfame potassium.

At Naturally Savvy, our goal is to educate everyone about the healthier choices you can make. That's why we love the new No Sugar Added Lemonade and No Sugar Added Strawberry Lemonade from Uncle Matt's. For anyone watching their sugar intake and especially for prediabetics or diabetics this is so important. Uncle Matt's chooses to use erythritol and stevia to sweeten their lemonades and keep their Glycemic load low. This is also very important for those of you doing the Keto or Whole30 diet.

Uncle Matt's No Sugar Added Lemonade is a great refreshing way to hydrate without the guilt of calories from sugar or chemicals of artificially sweetened varieties. If your store doesn't carry them make sure to put in a request.

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[Savvy Swaps] Energy Drinks

Lisa Roth Collins, RHN — Sat, 29 Feb 2020 06:00:58 +0000

Thinking about grabbing a Red Bull for a quick burst of energy? Caffeine can leave you with the jitters plus the artificial flavors and colors are on our no-go list. Better known as the Scary Seven. We prefer the natural ingredients in Uncle Matt's Orange Energy. Like the Coffeeberry Coffee Fruit Extract can enhance both physical and cognitive function. A real win!

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[Savvy Swap] Energy Drinks

Lisa Roth Collins, RHN — Sat, 22 Feb 2020 06:00:22 +0000

Before you "Do The Dew" you might want to reconsider. Reading food labels can give you a lot of insight into food and beverage ingredients. Here at Naturally Savvy we always recommend avoiding the Scary Seven. These include ingredients such as high fructose corn syrup, trans fats like brominated vegetable oil, and artificial colors and flavors. Uncle Matt's has a clean alternative which has simple ingredients that are easier to recognize and better for you. So if you need a pick me up, grab an Orange Energy from Uncle Matt's instead of Mountain Dew.

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