Today, we’re talking to Dr. Kristian Henderson, professor of public health, a natural lifestyle enthusiast, and the founder of BLK+GRN, an all-natural marketplace by all Black artisans. BLK+GRN curates products that are sold in categories like skincare, home, bath and body to meet the needs of wellness seekers who want to buy Black and live green. In the U.S. black woman buy nearly twice as many body care and beauty products, with nearly 75% of the products marketing to black women containing toxic ingredients that can have a negative impact on our health. Through the creation of BLK+GRN, Dr. Kristian is tackling this issue head-on. She is an unshakeable optimist who is passionate about helping women cultivate a lifestyle that’s free of artificial ingredients, toxins, and harmful chemicals. She believes that doing so is the only way to foster true happiness. In this episode, we dive into the importance of understanding what ingredients are in our body care products, and how doing so can have a profound impact on our health. She and her team are leading their community into a Toxic-Free 2019 when it comes to products, mindset, and lifestyle. We had an inspiring, insightful conversation that will have a positive takeaway for everyone. We’re so grateful for the opportunity to share her story and mission.   In this episode, we talk about… How to make the switch to non-toxic products. Toxic ingredients we should avoid. The importance of supporting black-owned businesses. What inspired her to start BLK+GRN. Self-care tips for black girls.   RESOURCES: BLK+GRN Website: www.blkgrn.com Follow BLK+GRN on Instagram: @blkgrn Follow Dr. Kristian on Instagram: @drkristianh Follow Facebook: BLK+GRN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLKandGRN/ Follow BLK+GRN on Twitter: @blkgrn From the BLK+GRN Blog: The Black Girl’s Guide to Self Care SPECIAL OFFERS: Use the code BBG20 for 20% off your BLK+GRN order! Head to our Instagram @balancedblackgirlpodcast to enter to win a BLK+GRN gift card.   If you like this episode, please leave a rating and review on iTunes. Keep in touch with Les on Instagram @balancedles, follow the show @balancedblackgirlpodcast, and join the Balanced Black Girl Podcast Community on Facebook. PS: If you really want to take your new year to the next level, snag our free glow-up guide. This free guide has everything you need to implement a self-care practice that works. You’ll get daily journal worksheets, inspiring quotes, affirmations, and a bonus workout. Get the guide HERE.