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Hormone balance is often discussed as if it begins and ends with the ovaries, testes, adrenals, or thyroid. While these glands are important, hormones do not function properly without one central organ doing constant behind the scenes work. That organ is the liver. The liver acts as the regulator, processor, and clearinghouse for hormones in both women and men. Without healthy liver function, even well balanced hormone production can still result in symptoms. Hormones are che

After Christmas, I always notice the same pattern, both personally and in conversations with others. Travel, disrupted routines, heavier meals, sugar, late nights, and stress pile up all at once. Even when the holidays are joyful, the body feels it. Digestion slows, energy dips, the face looks puffy, skin becomes reactive, and many people find themselves catching a cold or feeling run down shortly after everything winds down. What’s important to understand is that this isn’t

How apple cider vinegar supports digestion, blood sugar, immunity, and skin health If you’ve followed me for any length of time, you already know I didn’t become the Crazy Vinegar Lady because vinegar was trendy. We got here because I kept seeing the same patterns in my own health and in others, digestive issues, hormonal imbalance, unstable blood sugar, dry reactive skin, constant sickness and apple cider vinegar kept showing up quietly in the background, supporting the body

A Gentle, Foundational Approach to Wellness

By Rachel Hazelip — Core Living, The Crazy Vinegar Lady The Humble Ingredient That Keeps Surprising Us If you’ve been part of the Core Living community for a while, you already know how much I love apple cider vinegar. It’s one of those simple, down-to-earth ingredients that’s been used for centuries, yet every time we look deeper, we find another reason to be amazed. Beyond digestion and gut health, ACV has this beautiful ability to support the skin, from chronic conditions

When most people pick up a moisturizer, they’re only thinking about soft skin. But what if that cream is doing more than moisturizing?...

As a health advocate, I’m always drawn to remedies that are simple, natural, and powerful. Castor oil is one of those gifts from nature...

Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) has been called everything from “nature’s tonic” to “liquid gold.” It’s one of the few health remedies that has...

If you’ve ever wondered whether swapping out your daily soap could actually make a difference, you’re not alone. Since launching our Core...

If you’ve been feeling bloated, low on energy, or just “off,” your body might be begging for a reset. And no—you don’t need another diet,...

Recently I asked my husband how my hair looked and he’s like, well it’s nice but it’s not as shiny and soft. It looks dull and dry. Um...

If you’ve followed me for a while, you know I’m a big believer in getting to the root cause  of health issues. I’m always talking about...

Before and After ACV Journey You’ve decided to add apple cider vinegar to your daily routine. Maybe you heard it’s great for weight loss,...

My detox phase not using store bought soap and using ACV So, you’ve decided to dive headfirst into The Crazy Vinegar Lady method—congratulations! You’re about to embark on a journey to better health, glowing skin, and a more vibrant lifestyle. But, if you’re anything like most people, you’re probably feeling a little nervous. Detoxing your body sounds great, but what about the potential side effects? Acne, fatigue, mood swings—what’s going on? Didn’t I sign up for feeling bet

Why Even “Normal” Products Might Be Wreaking Havoc on Your Hormones (and How to Fix It) In last week’s blog, we scratched the surface on...

In my last blog, I shared how I started reading labels and slowly swapped out toxic products in my home. I even gave you a free guide to...

If you’ve read about why I started my journey with Apple Cider Vinegar, you know this all started with something... kind of embarrassing....

Let’s just get this out of the way: yes, I shower with vinegar. Specifically, Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) . And no, I don’t smell like a...

At Core Living, we’re big believers in simple, nature-rooted wellness rituals that make a real difference and few are as beautifully...

Welcome to Core Living , where wellness meets simplicity, and where your pantry might just hold the secret to glowing skin and a happy...