Is Grass-Fed Beef Healthier Than Grain-Fed?
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Ever since I started writing about health, the great debate over whether or not to eat meat and from which sources has continued. Have you ever wondered if grass-fed beef…
Katie Wells
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Creamy Instant Pot Potato Soup
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‘Tis the season for soup. Even though we’ve moved to where it doesn’t get that cold, our family still eats a lot of soups. They’re yummy, nourishing, and perfect when…
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Dealing With Anemia: How to Increase Iron Naturally
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Have you been told your iron is low? More and more people today are being diagnosed with anemia, often (but not always) caused by low iron levels. Although iron pills…
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DIY Salt Dough Ornaments Recipe
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Christmas crafts are some of our favorite things to do this time of the year. And there have always been handmade ornaments on our Christmas tree. These easy salt dough…
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The Best Diet for Crohn’s Disease
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Those with Crohn’s disease know just how much of a pain it can be. From abdominal pain to rectal bleeding, and other symptoms Crohn’s can be really painful and frustrating.…
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Molasses Cookies Recipe (With Dates)
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I’ve never been much of a cookie-maker, but one year the kids requested gingerbread cookies. They’d been visiting friends and making gingerbread houses. The result was these chewy molasses cookies…
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DIY Lip Balm Locket Necklace
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Over the years I’ve come up with a lot of different lip balm recipes. From this Burt’s Bees dupe to this tinted lip balm with a little shimmer. This DIY…
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Chicken Pad Thai (With Veggie Noodle Option)
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Thai food has become part of the regular meal rotation at our house. Instead of getting takeout from a Thai restaurant though, it’s easy to whip a recipe up at…
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Shaved Apple Kale Salad with Pecans
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While kale is nutritious, it can be a little hard to swallow sometimes. Prepare it right though, and kale is a healthy, delicious dish! This shaved apple and kale salad recipe…
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Magnesium Lotion For Better Sleep (and Healthier Skin)
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I’ve posted before about how to make your own magnesium oil. But I wanted to come up with something that was a little more moisturizing and even more skin nourishing.…
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Chocolate Mousse Recipe
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Sometimes I like to rub chocolate on my face (as a face mask!), and sometimes I like to eat it too. This chocolate mousse is the perfect yummy chocolate dessert…
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How Hypnobirthing Can Give You a Better Birth Experience
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Natural birth has gotten a lot more popular in recent years. And hypnobirthing is something that women (even celebrities and Duchesses) have used during labor. No, it’s not the same…
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Pumpkin Chili Recipe
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Now that fall is officially here, I’ve been making a lot more soups and stews. Whether they’re in the slow cooker, the stovetop, or cooking away in the Instant Pot,…
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DIY Fall Wreath Ideas to Decorate Your Home
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While I’m no Martha Stewart, I do enjoy crafting and art projects, especially with the kids. I’ve experimented with these cutout burlap wreaths in the past, but I wanted to…
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How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds (or Any Winter Squash!)
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Pumpkin is a wonderfully versatile food that’s easy to grow, easy to store, and easy to cook. You can use the whole squash and they’re budget-friendly. One of the most…
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Natural Alternatives to Hormonal Contraceptives
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While I’ve primarily dedicated this website to the everyday experience of being a mama, not everyone wants a large family. Some women feel their family is complete and it’s not in…
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How to Make a DIY Bathroom Cleaner
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I frequently use my homemade all-purpose spray around the house, but it’s nice to have something a little stronger for the bathroom. Bathrooms are prone to mildew, bacteria, and viruses that…
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Grain-Free Healthy Pumpkin Muffins and Bread
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Ahh, fall… the glorious season of apples, pumpkins, changing leaves, and cooler weather (finally!). I definitely get in on the fall pumpkin craze and start making pumpkin spice everything this time…
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How to Find Healthy Sustainable Clothing Brands
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I made the switch to all organic baby clothing with my youngest years ago for several reasons. I’m careful about where I get my produce and animal products from, so…
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Natural Tinted Lip Balm Recipe
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This natural tinted lip balm is a nourishing part of any skincare routine. Kiss dry lips goodbye and add a little shimmer to your day. This DIY is a great…
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Roasted Red Pepper Soup
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I love soup weather. From tomato soup to this roasted red pepper soup, I can’t get enough. A delicious soup makes a great weeknight meal and they’re perfect to reheat…
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My Review of ChiliSleep (For Amazing Sleep!)
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Creating a nighttime routine is one of the keys to a good night’s rest. And in our family, part of that is making sure our sleeping temperature is optimal. Here’s…
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Bronzing Lotion Bars For Glowing Skin
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Lotion bars are one of my favorite DIY beauty products. They’re compact, easy to travel with, and fun to make. I’ve created quite a few variations on my regular lotion…
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Resistant Starch: Gut Superfood
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We often hear about the importance of the gut microbiome, and rightfully so. It’s central to a healthy digestive system, nervous system, immune system… basically every body system. But did…