I Just Did a Whole 30… Where Do I Go From Here?
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I love mini wellness challenges or experiments because the short duration is usually doable for most people. Whole30 is a perfect example. It’s only 30 days and then you can…
Katie Wells
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Easy Yum Yum Sauce Recipe
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I love healthy, homemade condiments because they add flavor and excitement to familiar dishes. I’ve always loved the yum yum sauce (if you’re not sure what that is, read on!) at…
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Health Benefits of Avocado Oil: Is It Healthier Than Coconut Oil?
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Olive oil is well-known for its many benefits, but another oil is gaining popularity for its versatility and health benefits: avocado oil. Avocado oil is popping up as an ingredient in many…
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Soothing Colloidal Oatmeal Bath Recipe for Itchy, Dry Skin
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You won’t find a bowl of oatmeal at my breakfast table, but I do keep oats on hand for DIY skincare projects like these cleansing grains. An oatmeal bath is…
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Easy Crustless Spinach Quiche
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I’m always looking for simple meals to pull together for my family when we’re busy. If the recipe uses one pan, can go in a slow-cooker (or Instant Pot), or can be…
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Help for Common Food Allergies? My Ready, Set, Food! Review
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Go to any birthday party, school lunch, or neighborhood picnic and it’s obvious… With allergies to nuts, dairy, eggs, soy, gluten, and more, we have a food allergy epidemic going…
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How to Make Continuous Brew Kombucha
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Our family has been making kombucha for years and this health-boosting drink is a favorite in our house. Many of my friends and family have been gifted a “baby kombucha”…
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Chicken Tortilla Soup – Kid Favorite!
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I’m a huge fan of soup. It’s easy to throw together, easy to freeze for later, and a healthy meal choice. My family also loves southwestern and Mexican flavors, so…
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How to Make Natural Toothpaste
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Since learning about how diet can drastically affect oral health and the need for minerals in the body for oral health, I’ve increasingly turned to homemade mineral-rich natural toothpaste options. Why Use…
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25 Egg-Free Breakfast Ideas (Great for Egg Allergies)
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I’m a huge advocate of eating real food instead of low nutrient, processed foods. Real food gives the body the nutrients it needs to function. But sometimes, foods that are normally…
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Can Intermittent Fasting (Skipping Meals) Make You Healthier?
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Maybe you’ve heard the often-repeated advice to eat small, frequent meals. Apparently skipping meals (even breakfast) is a surefire way to wreck your blood sugar and your metabolism. Moreover, even…
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How to Cook a Perfect Prime Rib
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One of our holiday traditions is to cook a prime rib (from a healthy source). At first I was a little nervous about cooking such a fancy cut of beef,…
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Creative Ways to Be Generous This Year
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‘Tis the season to think about charitable donations (at least if you plan to deduct them on taxes), but giving monetary gifts is definitely not the only way to be…
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How to Make a Charcuterie Board as a Healthy Appetizer
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Have you ever heard of a charcuterie board? If not, it’s simply a French word for a platter of cured meats and cheeses, and sometimes dried fruits, nuts, and pickles. I…
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Eco-Friendly & Reusable Gift Wrap Ideas
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I love Christmas and the holidays because this time of year is all about gift-giving (and experience sharing) but unfortunately, there is a dark side to holiday giving that many people…
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Gingerbread Cheesecake Recipe (Grain-Free & Delicious!)
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When we have dessert, it’s frequently something simple like cookies or fresh fruit. However, when we want something extra special or a little fancier, we love this gingerbread cheesecake. Its spiced crust…
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How to Make Cold Process Soap
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As the long-term effects of antibacterial soaps become more widely known, people are turning to more natural alternatives. This movement has resurrected the art of soap making. If you are…
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25-Minute Pad Krapow Gai (Thai Basil Chicken)
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With a large family, I’m a huge fan of quick meals. Any recipe I can get on the table in less than 30 minutes is a win. If it uses only…
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DIY Winter Bliss Lotion Bars (Great for Dry Skin!)
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I’m still learning to love winter. As a southern girl originally from Texas, I’ve had to adjust to cold weather, but I’m finally starting to make the best of it…
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Lion’s Mane Mushroom Benefits for Cognition, Memory & More
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Lion’s mane is a funny-looking mushroom, it’s true, but it seems to have some seriously impressive health benefits. Used medicinally in Asia for centuries, lion’s mane is becoming increasingly popular…
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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe
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This is one of my favorite dessert recipes. Ever. Good ol’ pumpkin pie is always a classic around this time of year (and I love it!) but after many years…
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Natural Ways to Not Feel Like Crap During Colds and Flu
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Once upon a time, or actually twice upon a time now, we’ve met up with several families for a week of vacation. With 20+ kids in one house for a…
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What Are the Safest Cookware Options?
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Oh cookware… it is something most of us use daily but one of the toughest categories to determine safety. And the safest brands have their fair share of convenience problems.…
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How to Make Steel-Cut Oats in the Instant Pot
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I’m a big fan of eating a filling breakfast to start the day off right. When we have oatmeal, steel-cut oats are my go-to choice. They’re less processed than rolled oats…