Organic Gardening: How to Start a Garden 101
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Gardening was once a normal part of life for most people. Not so many generations ago, neighbors exchanged fresh produce over fences (too many zucchini again!). And most people knew…
Katie Wells
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Simple Pickled Ginger (Gari)
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If you’ve ever been to a sushi restaurant you’ve probably seen the little slices of sushi ginger served alongside the meal. They’re used as a palate cleanser in Chinese and…
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Why Opt for a Green Burial?
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As moms, we focus a lot on births, but death isn’t something we talk a lot about. It’s not like we share death stories over coffee like we do our…
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DIY Sitz Bath For Postpartum Mamas
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I’ve always thought that after labor, women should be able to look forward to a nice quiet vacation and recovery time. Instead, we get a precious baby and the lack…
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Homemade Lemon Pepper Seasoning
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I’ve found I really like using fresh lemon juice in many of my recipes, like chicken piccata. Especially since our family lives in a place where fresh citrus is widely…
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The Best High Fiber Foods (and Why We Need Them)
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Improving fiber intake should be a top priority for many of us. But fiber doesn’t need to be a stir-in fiber supplement from the local drugstore. Many of the healthiest…
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Rose Body Scrub for Smoother Skin
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Many years ago I realized how easy (and inexpensive!) sugar scrubs were to make. Since then I’ve played around with many different versions of exfoliating body scrub. This rose body…
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Greek Shrimp Saganaki
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Many years ago (and before I had kids) I had the chance to tour Europe and sample some of the different cuisines there. The delicious Greek flavors are some of…
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Fun & Unusual Date Night Ideas (At Home or Out) on a Budget
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As busy parents, it can be hard to find time together for a date night. Life and kids happen, and while it’s wonderful, all these things make it a little…
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How to Make a Dual-Extraction Mushroom Tincture
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Medicinal mushroom products have increased in popularity over the past decade. From mushroom coffee to mushroom chocolate, there are plenty of options. A dual-extraction mushroom tincture is another great way…
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Chocolate Meringue Cookies
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Healthy chocolate is never a bad choice when it comes to dessert (or a midday snack!). These chocolate meringue cookies have a unique texture with a chewy center and a…
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6 Healthy Habits to Adopt This Year
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For many people, January is when we make New Year’s resolutions, setting high goals to better ourselves. The resolutions run a wide array of topics but include everything from losing…
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How to Make Natural Homemade Shampoo
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I’ve made natural alternatives for body wash, dry shampoo, and other hair care products, but homemade shampoo was by far the toughest. After lots of (failed) experiments, I finally came…
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Healthy Homemade Chocolate Recipe
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If there’s one guilty pleasure all moms enjoy, it’s chocolate! Thankfully there’s a way to justify indulging a little because chocolate (like wine) has some fantastic health benefits. The key…
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Natural Ways to Improve Memory
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Have you ever rushed through the morning getting ready to go somewhere only to discover you can’t find the car keys? Our ability to remember, recall, and learn new information…
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Homemade Cough Drop Lollipops
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Every once in a while the kids and I come down with a runny nose, sore throat, and other flu symptoms. Elderberry syrup is a staple in our home, but…
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Homemade Electrolyte Drink (With Flavor Options)
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Drinking enough pure clean water is one of the most important things we can do for overall health. In most cases, water alone is wonderful. When there’s hot weather or…
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Why I Ditched My Alarm For a Sunrise Alarm Clock
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Waking up to the shrill beeping of an alarm has been the norm for many years. However, there is an alternative. Natural alarm clocks or wake-up lights can mimic the…
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Homemade Dishwasher Detergent
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I’ve posted a lot of recipes for DIY homemade cleaners, but dishwasher detergent was one I had trouble figuring out. After a little more digging, I finally figured out the…
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30-Minute Caramelized Fennel Soup
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Every winter when cooler weather hits I’m ready for a cozy blanket and a bowl of hot soup. Soup for dinner can get old after a while though if you…
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Water Fasting Benefits, Dangers & My Personal Experience
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Several years ago, I started experimenting with water fasting. Over the years, I’ve found it to be an amazing experience, so much so that I continue to do it every…
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How to Remove Stains From Clothes (Without Harsh Chemicals!)
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If your house is anything like mine, laundry stains are a daily fact of life. For many of us, laundry tops the list of household jobs we’d rather not do. It’s…
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Authentic Homemade Spaghetti Sauce (Fresh or Canned Tomatoes)
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Authentic Italian food is a big tradition in our family. Over the years I’ve come up with plenty of healthy twists on our favorite Italian dishes that fit our lifestyle.…
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Health Blogs I Read
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I’ve been blogging for many years now, but when I started, I didn’t know any other bloggers. Over the years, I’ve connected with many of them as we’ve built our…