This lovely event will transport your senses as you explore all the creative uses for this medicinal herb. Lavender sorbet, candles, essential oils, sachets and more treasures await! Take a girlfriend, take the family. It’s well worth the scenic, 90min drive. Also, be sure to check out my favorite lunch spot, Rainbow Bridge Natural Foods Store. It’s a short walk from…
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Expo West is the world’s largest trade show focusing on natural, organic, and health products. Some of my favorite brands such as Kleen Kanteen, 100% Pure, New Chapter, LunchBots, Renew Life, Juvo, Organic Essence, and many more food, beverage, cosmetics, and supplements companies will be there this year. Rather than having a booth for Holistic Living with Rachel Avalon, I’ll be zig-zagging through the venue to…
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Clothes Swaps are probably the easiest and most fun way to go green. Considering that 1/3 of a pound of pesticides go into creating a single t-shirt and that the majority of clothes, shoes, and accessories are made in sweat-shops these days, clothes swaps are the perfect solution for cultivating a healthier and more socially (as well as environmentally) responsible…
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If you, or any women you know, are looking for some inspiration on how to build and run a successful green business, check out the new book, Hot, Rich, & Green! Looking at a deeper meaning of what it means to be hot, rich, and green, this book provides personal insight and wisdom from a number of eco, trail-blazing women.  I…
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