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Wellness Mama » Archives for March 2017

Archives for March 2017

Homemade Zesty Italian Dressing
Condiment Recipes, Recipes

Zesty Italian Dressing and Marinade Recipe

March 30, 2017 by Katie Wells

I have a bit of a love affair with salad dressings, and Italian dressing is no exception. In fact before my switch to healthier foods, ranch was about all that got me to eat raw broccoli. Thankfully my journey to real food brought me to love all kinds of salads even without a lot of dressing. …

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Herebes de provence recipe
Condiment Recipes, Recipes

How to Make Herbes de Provence at Home (Recipe)

March 27, 2017 by Katie Wells

I am never without herbes de Provence in our kitchen. This mix of spices abundant in the south of France really speaks to my love of the delicious flavors of French cooking, and I use it in just about anything I can. My mom’s French heritage was a big influence growing up, and because of her …

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Health

Erythritol: Is This Artificial Sweetener a Healthy Alternative to Sugar?

March 26, 2017 by Katie Wells

Now that sugar has become the devil behind many chronic health issues, health conscious people are turning to natural sugar alternatives. Erythritol is a sugar alcohol gaining popularity as a sugar alternative because it doesn’t have the after taste of stevia or the gastrointestinal side effects of xylitol. Because erythritol has the mouthfeel and taste of …

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Baby capsule wardrobe
Organization

Baby Capsule Wardrobe (Works for Toddlers Too!)

March 22, 2017 by Katie Wells

With six kids, I’ve done my fair share of seasonal clothing changes and wardrobe organization. Without fail, the youngest kids are the toughest when it comes to clothes. I switched all of our kids to a capsule wardrobe system, but switching to a baby capsule wardrobe was by far the toughest. Baby Capsule Wardrobe … Is …

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Other grain free alternaties to almond and coconut flour
Natural Home

Great Alternatives to Almond Flour and Coconut Flour

March 21, 2017 by Katie Wells

When you go grain-free, you have to get creative to keep enjoying the foods you love. Most grain-free goodies are made with the same ol’ flours, but there are actually some really great alternatives to almond flour and coconut flour. I bet you haven’t even heard of some of them! While an optimal diet should …

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Girls Capsule Wardrobe for Spring and Summer
Organization

How to Create a Girls’ Capsule Wardrobe (Cute & Functional)

March 21, 2017 by Katie Wells

We recently switched to capsule wardrobes for our kids and will never look back! This minimalist wardrobe method has greatly simplified our lives. We love it and our kids love it too! (Specifics on all of the items we chose at the bottom of the post.) Here’s why I’m so excited! What Is a Capsule Wardrobe? …

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Boys capsule wardrobe for sping and summer
Organization

Simple Boys’ Capsule Wardrobe (Durable & Versatile)

March 20, 2017 by Katie Wells

I love the adventurous nature of children … what adventure does to their clothing though, not so much. All of my kids love to climb trees, fences, and anything else that’s around, but somehow it is always the boys’ clothing that ends up with the holes and stains. When we made the switch to basic …

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Hollandaise Sauce Recipe
Condiment Recipes, Recipes

Perfect Hollandaise Sauce (With Just 4 Ingredients!)

March 20, 2017 by Katie Wells

Mmmmm… butter and eggs whipped together until creamy, with a little tangy zip to boot! What could be more delicious? This hollandaise sauce is a regular at our table because it is easy to make and full of healthy proteins and fats, and our kids’ favorite sauce for its buttery flavor. (Because what kid doesn’t love butter, …

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Irish recipes for Saint Patricks Day
Recipes

Healthy Irish Recipes for St. Patrick’s Day

March 15, 2017 by Katie Wells

May misfortune follow you the rest of your life, and never catch up! -An Irish Toast Since I’m Irish, I’ve always had plenty of Irish recipes in my arsenal. Of course these recipes tend to be heavy on starchy foods I usually avoid… especially around the 17th of March when mean green beer, Irish potatoes, and …

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The hidden problem with no poo- and what to do instead
Beauty

The Hidden Problem with “No Poo” (And What to Do Instead)

March 9, 2017 by Katie Wells

As women, we tend to be finicky about our hair: all the curly-haired girls want straight hair and all the straight-haired girls want curls. But we all have one thing in common: the desire to have beautiful, healthy hair, preferably in a natural way. Lots of naturally-minded folks recommend no poo, but is it really best …

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Health

Root Canal: Dangerous or Just Misunderstood?

March 8, 2017 by Katie Wells

Root canals are a controversial topic in the dental world (if you didn’t know!). I’ve always had a fascination with studying oral health, and while I’m glad to have never needed a root canal (or an alternative), I felt it was good to research them and be prepared in case I ever did. Many dentists consider …

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How to Use a Konjac Sponge -and Why It's Worth Trying
Beauty

How to Use a Konjac Sponge (and Why It’s Worth Trying)

March 3, 2017 by Katie Wells

Ever heard of a konjac sponge? It’s true … the same konjac root that makes miracle noodles also makes a fabulous facial treatment! Thank goodness you don’t need to rub pasta on your face to get the nourishing benefits of konjac. The increasingly popular konjac sponge can help naturally cleanse, exfoliate, and nourish skin. Here’s why …

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natural makeup remover recipes
Beauty

7 Natural DIY Makeup Remover Recipes for Happy Skin

March 2, 2017 by Katie Wells

If we’re going to go through the trouble of applying natural DIY makeup, it makes sense to have a natural way to remove it. After battling acne-prone skin when I was younger, I’ve made it a priority to take good care of my skin. I’ve found some great natural solutions for healthy, glowing skin through experimentation over the …

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