Holistic Products May 2007
Another Great Product from Planet Dog
I can't get enough of the amazingly creative products at Planet Dog. Their new line of Orbee-Tuff Eggplant, Artichoke and Strawberry Toys are so cute and playful. Our office dog Gigi loves the artichoke. She literally can't get enough of this fun and playful toy. And as it bounces across the expanse of our office she is giddy with pleasure. And they are minty fresh which is sure to freshen even the most doggy breath.
Planet Dog guarantees this toy delivers 100% of a dog's daily requirement of rompoflavin, chompohydrates, vitamin WAG and dietary fun. And they are incredibly durable. To read more about Planet Dog's Chew-o-Meter and how to select the perfect toy for your dog visit planetdog.com and remember they donate part of their profits to animal charities every year. - SLM
Ancient Remedy Modern Wonder?
Pomega5 a new wellness and skin care company offers a line of organic pomegranate seed oil nutritional supplements and therapeutic skin care products. By merging ancient medicine with modern science they have launched a holistic line using the highest quality organic pomegranate seed oil, from the most potent part of the fruit to create some very unique skin care products that luxuriously soothe, moisturize and heal dry irritated skin. Added to this are superb nutritional supplements that support and maintain a host of bodily functions including breast, prostate, uterine, heart and skin health and help balance the body's pH while offering anti-oxidant benefits.
The cleansing soap smells amazing and is made with pomegranate oil, organic olive oil, herbs and essential oils known for their restorative and healing properties. I've used it for bathing and as a facial soap and my skin has never felt softer. I also love the rich Pomegranate seed oil, which I applied on my face when my skin was extremely dry from surfing. The oil was easily absorbed and wasn't greasy. And the red patchy skin was gone almost instantly and I was thrilled to see it work so quickly.
As a practitioner in healing arts and an expert on women's health and wellness, Pomega5 founder Tzeira Sofer was driven by a vision to create an authentic, holistic line based upon the benefits of pomegranates. Pomegranate oil is a plant based phytoestrogen and a rare source of punicic acid, an Omega-5 fatty acid and a rare source of CLA, which is one of the most powerful immune—support compounds ever discovered in nature.
"I've always been passionate about studying healing plants and ancient skin care and became intrigued with the benefits of the pomegranate," declared Sofer. "I first became aware of its healing powers as a child when my grandmother used it to treat ailments. And after examining several clinical studies showing the potential of pomegranate seed oil in treating everything from skin conditions to infertility, to cancer and diabetes, I knew I must create a line from this amazing ingredient."
Visit www.pomega5.com for more information. —SLM
Bike to Work
Traffic.People eat healthy food, work for a good cause, participate in some sort of spiritually uplifting experience, and still feel their souls and their lungs darkened by spending time sitting in traffic. May is National Bike Month, and cities throughout California are sponsoring annual Bike to Work Days. What could create a more holistic lifestyle than riding a bike to work at least once a week if not every day? Buy a bike. Borrow one from a friend. Or just walk somewhere you have to go, instead of driving. See how empowered you feel by using your pedal pushers-you are helping your body, your spirit and your planet all with one great pump for mankind.