Wellness Challenge Check In [Giveaway]

wellness plate better my plate recommendations 300x273 Wellness Challenge Check In [Giveaway] How is the Wellness Challenge going so far?

It’s hard to believe that we are nearing the end already!

Have you stuck with it? Have you struggled?

Mini Challenge Winners:

Stress and Sleep Mini Challenge: And the winner is…. Monica! who reduces stress by:

“Many reasons for over stressing around here too, going on for years now – and counting. Many of the stressors are out of my control which makes it really hard for me. Even though I know I cannot control most of these things, it makes my control tendencies become even stronger. So to avoid over controlling my children and spouse, I turn these troubles over to God. Creating and following through on routines helps. Daily Mass in the am, magnesium baths and a Rosary in the pm, a midday walk or trip to the gym with my work-out buddy, and a clean meal plan topped off with a clean kitchen sink work wonders. All increase feelings of confidence, strength, and well-being and serve to remind me of what is in my control and what is not. Keeping you and your family in my prayers, Katie.”

Sounds like she’s on the right track! Monica, I’ve emailed you, so just email back to confirm in the next 48 hours and I’ll send you the $25 Tropical Traditions gift certificate.

Make Peace With Your Plate Giveaway- And the winner is… Jacey, who has struggled with:

Autoimmune troubles…celiac, horrible constipation, hypo-thyroid, depression, bursitis in my right shoulder, perioral dermatitis and BLOATING big time. All that said, I’ve been paleo for a year and I have never felt better! Thank you for the daily inspiration!

Jacey- I’ve sent your information on and Jess should be getting in touch with you in the next couple of days.

Check In:

This week, we’re focusing on natural health and natural living. I’ll be introducing an exciting giveaway for some oral health products soon, but in the meantime, here are some natural health articles to help you get started this week:

Oral Health

Oral Affects the Health of the Whole Body (Part 2)
How to Remineralize Teeth Naturally
How to Whiten Teeth Naturally (and Prevent Poisoning)

Natural Cleaning

Make Your Own Natural Homemade Laundry Detergent-Video Tutorial
Natural Stain Treatment Reference Sheet [Printable]
Natural Homemade Laundry Detergent
Natural All-Purpose Cleaner Recipe
Natural Oven Cleaning
Natural Homemade Glass Cleaner Recipe
Easy Homemade Scouring Powder Recipe

Natural Herbs and First Aid

How to Make a Natural First Aid and Illness Kit
Homemade Elderberry Syrup Recipe for Illness Prevention
Make Your Own Natural Vapor-Rub for Cough and Colds
Natural Homemade Sunscreen Recipe
Natural Bug Spray Recipes that Work
Herbal Digestion Remedy Tincture Recipe
Homemade Chamomile Tincture Recipe (great for kids)
Sweet Dreams Sleep Tincture Recipe
Health Tonic: Vinegar of the Four Thieves
Natural Remedies for Food Poisoning
Homemade Stevia Extract/Tincture

Natural Beauty and Toiletry Recipes

Natural Homemade Substitutes for Conventional Beauty Products
Seven Natural Remedies you Already Have at Home
Seven Natural Beauty Tricks From Your Kitchen
How to Make Natural Shampoo [Easy way]
Make Your Own Natural Deodorant With This Simple Recipe
Homemade Shaving Soap Recipes
Luxurious Sugar Scrub Recipe

What is your biggest challenge with natural living/natural cleaning or oral health. What is your best natural living tip? Please share with us below!

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  • http://www.loveandbacon.com loveandbacon

    I’ve already switched to homemade toothpaste, shampoo and deodorant, so this hurdle is jumped… thanks in part to your recipes! I also don’t use soap when bathing, just water and baking soda if I’m extra smelly.

    Next big thing is switching to homemade laundry soap and fabric softener. I’m part-way there — I only use Oxi-Clean powder and a tiny bit of liquid softener, but I’d love to make a complete switch.

    My biggest challenge now is household cleaning, specifically in the kitchen. I really can’t find anything that cleans as well as I’d like, especially with all the cooking and raw meat handling that I’m now doing. Doesn’t help that we have white everything (including tile counters), which stains like crazy.

  • brookiej1

    The challenge has been going great!  The forum has been awesome to connect with others & offer support (and get it!).  Thanks for doing this…it has been wonderful.  During these past weeks, I’ve been able to stay off of sugar, legumes, wheat, & dairy while focusing on all the things I can eat & enjoy.  I threw out the scale, and will do my after weigh-in and measurements as the challenge comes to an end.  It has been a fun experience & I feel so much better!