Healthy Key Lime Pie Recipe
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Lime is such a refreshing taste, which is why it’s in many of my favorite summertime recipes (like this iced lime and dandelion tea). Key lime pie is one of…
Katie Wells
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Perfect Roasted Salsa Verde
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It’s no secret that we love southwest flavors in my family. This salsa verde recipe is a perfect addition to a variety of our favorite recipes, such as my lettuce-wrapped tacos.…
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9 Natural Remedies for Cellulite
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Cellulite seems to be one of those problems that plagues many women these days. Based on the number of times cellulite remedies appear in women’s magazines, websites, and blogs, I’m…
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12 Healthy (& Guest-Worthy) Summer Desserts
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That back-to-school feeling may be in the air, but I insist… summer is not over. I repeat. It is not over! To prove it, we’re doing all of the grilling…
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Benefits of Time-Restricted Eating (& How to Start)
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The general advice for decades has been to eat small meals and snacks throughout the day to keep blood sugar in balance and energy up. But it turns out this…
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Sunflower Seed Flour for Grain-Free Baking
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While you can certainly find an array of delicious grain-free alternatives to regular flour, it can be difficult to make the transition to grain-free baking. Not to mention that nut-based…
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Benefits and Uses of Oregano Herb
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I love lavender for being so mild, but oregano is the opposite… it’s incredibly powerful and strong! This wonderful herb has many benefits and health-promoting uses around the house. Oregano:…
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DIY Charcoal Face Mask Recipe (Only 3 Ingredients!)
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You may have seen my video on how to whiten your teeth with charcoal, but did you know that its great for your skin too? With only a few simple…
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Healthier BBQ Chicken Ranch Nachos Recipe
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I like to feed my family as few processed foods as possible, so concession-stand nachos topped with canned cheese product is not something I care to serve. But I’m a…
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Website Redesign & Update
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You may have noticed that WellnessMama.com recently got a slight website redesign this past week. I seriously dislike updating and redesigning, as the process always takes longer, costs more, and…
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Alternatives to Braces (& What I’m Doing With My Kids)
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I have been fascinated by dental health for a very long time, so you can imagine my excitement when I had the chance to interview the legendary holistic dentist Dr.…
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Menstrual Cup: How to Use One for a Healthy, Eco-Friendly Period
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Periods can be a big problem. But not for the reasons TV commercials try to convince us they are. Sure, some women have uncomfortable and painful periods (see info on…
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DIY Foaming Face Wash With Hydrosol & Essential Oils
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I’m a big fan of the oil cleansing method, and I’ve even been known to rub raw honey on my face. For those who are looking for a more traditional…
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Flaky Almond Flour Pie Crust
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A delicious (and reliable) pie crust recipe is essential in every kitchen. Even better if it’s grain free and paleo! I often go crustless for recipes like my bacon and broccoli…
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The Benefits of Autophagy & Ketosis
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A gentle detox bath is a great way to relax and remove some toxins in the body. But if you want to get serious about detoxing, autophagy is the way to…
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Why Beets Are One of the Healthiest Foods in the World
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Beetroot powder is one of my favorite ways to add beautiful color to homemade beauty products. But beets are amazing for reasons beyond their gorgeous color. Beetroots and beet greens…
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Grilled Indian Tandoori Chicken
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My family loves Indian food (coconut curry chicken… mmm)! So I’m always looking for new, healthy recipes. Luckily, Indian food is generally healthy. I can also easily tweak it to…
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8 Life Lessons to Learn From Children
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I remember when one of the kids broke her leg while playing outside. Thankfully, kids bounce back quickly and she was back on her feet in about four weeks. During…
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Powerful Benefits and Uses of Garlic (& Why I Take It Daily)
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Garlic is an herb that I always have on hand, usually in several different forms. From powder, salt, and minced for cooking to fresh for both cooking and wellness —…
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How to Clean Makeup Brushes Naturally
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My favorite cream blush, homemade eye shadow, and many of the items in my natural makeup routine apply best with a brush. Keeping clean makeup brushes is almost as important…
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Soothing DIY Sunburn Spray Recipe With CBD and Lavender
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We can all agree that sunburn is harmful. While I may not use most sunscreen, this is the reason I’m careful to cover up or go inside when the sun…
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SPF Clothing & Other Alternatives to Sunscreen
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I’ve been known to make my own sunscreen, but it’s not the main thing I do for natural sun protection. There are a lot of drawbacks to using sunscreen exclusively…
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Peach Cucumber Salad Recipe with Basil Vinaigrette
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This summer has been a delicate blend of heat wave and monsoon. I’ve had to come up with some creative family activities to keep the children (and us grownups!) from going…
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How to Build a Sandcastle Like a Pro
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This post is a departure from my normal posts about topics like balancing hormones or why magnesium is so important, but I thought it was worth sharing as it was one…