Cricket Flour: A Healthier High Protein Flour
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You may be creeped out by the thought of eating insects, but cricket flour is actually the new health food that can be conveniently hidden in delicious cupcakes. Cricket flour…
Katie Wells
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Organic Check-Off Program: Protect Our Healthy Food Future
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Today’s post is going to differ slightly from my health and wellness articles, but it’s a topic that could affect all of us who are worried about the food supply…
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Tabata Workout: The Powerful 4-Minute System That Works
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Going to the gym can be impractical when you’re a mom of littles, but thankfully there are many great workouts that can be done from home. That’s why I’m such a…
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Benefits of Onions: A Surefire Home Remedy in Your Kitchen
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If vegetables could be superheroes, onions would definitely be at the top of the list. This unassuming root vegetable boasts an impressive host of health benefits. Onions are also endlessly versatile,…
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The Benefits of Seaweed (And When To Avoid It)
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Most of us are familiar with seaweed in our sushi, and the accompanying miso soup. But beyond the delicious taste, have you ever wondered about the health benefits of seaweed?…
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Why Coconut Aminos Should Be in Your Kitchen (+ Ways to Use)
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Health-conscious people (like us!) often choose to eliminate soy from their diets. I love my stir fries and Asian-influenced dishes, so soy sauce is one staple I’d often miss. Thankfully,…
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How to Choose a Clean Plant Based Protein Powder
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Many of us rely on protein powder as one of the sources of protein in our diets. While it is possible to pack superfoods in a scoop of protein powder,…
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Hydrogen Peroxide Uses & Benefits for Home and Beauty
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Whether you consider yourself to be super crunchy, semi-crunchy … or just kind of soggy, hydrogen peroxide is one of those items that most of us keep around in our home.…
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25 Unique Ways to Use Mason Jars Around Your House
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I use mason jars for just about everything. You’ll find jars with homemade kombucha in my fridge, and jars with sprouts growing on my counter. They’re sturdy, non-toxic, and versatile…
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Benefits of Chia Seeds (and 27 Creative Ways to Use Them!)
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I’ve been using chia seeds in drinks and as an egg substitute in recipes for years. In fact, we just had homemade chia seed pudding with lunch today. While chia seeds can be…
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The New Wellness Mama Cookbook Is HERE…
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Guess what? My brand-new updated Wellness Mama cookbook with over 100 new recipes is now available everywhere books are sold today! Despite all of the literary comparisons of writing a book…
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Hazelnut Hot Chocolate Recipe (Sugar-Free Option)
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I have the natural remedies ready as it appears that we may be in for a really cold winter where I live. How do I know? Local hunters and farmers are…
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Sicilian Crab Cake Arancini Recipe
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This recipe is part of our yearly Feast of the Seven Fishes on Christmas Eve. This Sicilian American tradition involves several unique fish dishes served in courses. This is hands-down…
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Elderberry Popsicles Recipe (Soothing for Sore Throats)
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It’s no secret that I’m a big fan of using elderberries to keep my family healthy during the winter months. My kids love their elderberry gummies and elderberry syrup, but…
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Blackstrap Molasses Benefits (+ Cooking and Beauty Uses)
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In many cases, the byproduct of a refining process is bad news. This is the case with petroleum jelly, vegetable oils, and many other substances. However, one exception to this rule…
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Is EMF Exposure Really a Big Deal?
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Electromagnetic fields (EMFs) have been around since the beginning of time as we receive natural EMFs from the sun and earth itself. It wasn’t until mankind learned to generate electricity (and…
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9 Important Skills We Should Teach Our Kids
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Our children are the first generation in history to grow up in a world where the internet has always existed. Many of them know how to work an iPhone before they…
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9 Non-Toxic Ways to Get Rid of Bed Bugs (& Avoid Them)
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I don’t like to bring it up — I really don’t. There are some things you’d just rather not know. But have you ever said that cute rhyme creepy saying…
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Is WiFi Safe? Simple Steps to Reduce The Negative Effects
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Technology has allowed us to go wireless and avoid the hassle of cables. We can now remotely turn the TVs on, start a coffee machine, and monitor babies using wireless technology. At…
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The GAPS Diet: Help for Food Allergies and Gut Issues?
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The GAPS diet (also known as the “Gut and Psychology Syndrome” diet) is a temporary, intensive, intestinal-healing diet that soothes the gut lining in order to help a variety of conditions. Those who…
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Why SIBO Leads to Major Health Problems (And How to Fix It)
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Most of us now understand that there are thousands of bacteria living in our digestive systems. Beneficial and pathogenic bacteria co-exist in our digestive tract, and problems can occur when…
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Sesame Garlic Broccolini Recipe (Great 10-Minute Side Dish)
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Broccolini is one of my favorite veggies this time of year, and this is a simple and delicious way to make it! You’ll love the flavors in this sesame garlic broccolini…
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101+ Best Coconut Oil Uses and Benefits for Home and Beauty
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I’ve said before that I am with coconut oil like the dad in “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” is with Windex! Coconut oil has a wide array of health benefits, hair…
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Echinacea Benefits: A Potent Natural Remedy (+ a Caution!)
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I met my husband walking across the country, and it turns out you learn a lot about a person by walking 15+ miles a day with them. At the time,…