5 Simple & Natural Detox Bath Recipes
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Nothing is more relaxing than a warm bath… except a relaxing detox bath. These are a great option for anyone who struggles with skin issues or other signs of toxin…
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The Wellness Mama blog provides simple answers for healthier families through research, tutorials, recipes, humor, and living life with lots of kids!
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Healthy Sesame Ginger Cabbage Rolls
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Once upon a time I was addicted to Chinese food. And I don’t mean real Chinese food; I mean the processed, Americanized version at places like Panda Express. Since switching…
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DIY Natural Tinted Lip Sunscreen
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For many years now I’ve preached about the benefits of safe sun exposure. The keyword here is safe! And while it has a lot of benefits, sometimes on occasion, I’ll…
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Broccoli Cheddar Egg Bake (Easy High-Protein)
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I love having simple breakfast recipes I can make ahead for busy mornings. While smoothies and overnight oats have their place, I also try to prioritize protein in the mornings.…
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Sunlight, Red Light, and How to Harness Light’s Benefits for Health
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I’m not exaggerating when I say that light changed my life. This often overlooked wellness tool seems so simple, but it can have really impressive benefits. I’ve talked a lot…
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Homemade Greek Seasoning
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One of the best ways to make healthy eating easy is to keep some homemade staples on hand. Simple DIY spice blends and sauces take very little effort but they…
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The Ultimate List of Minerals Benefits and How to Use Them
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If you’ve hung around here for very long you probably know by now how much I love magnesium, sodium, and minerals in general. I noticed a huge difference in my…
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Natural Toilet Bowl Cleaner Tablets
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I accidentally discovered this recipe for DIY toilet bowl cleaner tablets thanks to one of my children. Anyone else have kids who throw everything in the toilet?? And while it…
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Rice Krispie Treats Recipe (With Homemade Marshmallow)
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There’s something just so nostalgic about biting into a gooey Rice Krispie treat. And while I remember them from my childhood, they’re not something that I’ve had in many years.…
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How I Discovered Real Health is About Resilience
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For years, I thought health was something I could perfect. During my struggle with Hashimoto’s, I was really strict about food, supplements, and my environment. At one point, I was…
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Clarifying Honey Tallow Balm
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I’ve been researching and using tallow more in recent years, and it turns out so have many of you. My whipped tallow balm is a fan favorite because it feels…
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Herb and Lemon Chicken Marinade
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If you live in the US, chances are you eat around 118 pounds of chicken every single year. And while that’s the national average, chicken gets boring when it’s served…
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Is College Worth It? Why I’m Asking New Questions
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As a high schooler and for most of my adult life, I assumed college was simply the next step. So much of my education was focused on preparing for college,…
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The Ultimate Natural Oral Care Roundup
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I’ve been getting on my soapbox about mouth health for over 15 years now. I’ve interviewed some fascinating oral health experts on the podcast and written tons of articles. This…
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Homemade Fudgesicles Recipe (Clean Ingredients)
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Growing up in the south, summer days meant swimming in the pool, late nights, and frozen treats. And while you won’t find me reaching for the frozen fudgesicles at the…
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The Mineral Matrix and How it Changes Everything
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I’ve tried some crazy health hacks over the years, but lately I’ve realized more and more how it’s the simple things that often make the most impact. Minerals are one…
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Watermelon Electrolyte Gummies Recipe
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My kids love homemade gummies and I’m quite the fan myself. They’re a fun way to get gummy candy without the processed ingredients and refined sugar. This version has a…
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Dill Pickle Potato Salad
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Potatoes are one of those versatile vegetables that seem to regularly make their way onto every dinner table. Creamy potato soup is a cold weather classic, but it can feel…
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Supercharge Cells With Fulvic and Humic Acid
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I’ve been using and writing about humic and fulvic minerals for well over a decade now. However, many are still unaware of what they are and how they really work.…
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Top Gifts For Men (Ideas For Father’s Day, Birthday, and More)
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What do you do for gifts when the man in your life is hard to shop for? I’ve been trying to answer that question for years. It always seems tougher…
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Italian Chopped Chicken Salad Recipe
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I eat a lot of salads this time of year. Actually, I eat salads for most of the seasons! This Italian chopped salad skips the lettuce and adds Italian grinder…
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Potassium: It’s More Than Just Bananas
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A decade ago, if you’d asked me about potassium, I probably would have said something vague about bananas and muscle cramps. That was about the extent of what I understood.…
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Hibiscus Lemonade Popsicles
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What’s better than an ice cold popsicle on a hot day? A nutrient-dense popsicle made with whole foods and healthy herbs! A few months ago I made mango golden milk…
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The Best Healthy Lemon Bars (With Gluten-Free Option)
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Living in the south I have plenty of access to fresh citrus fruits, like lemon. That means plenty of lemon poppyseed muffins and healthy, gluten-free lemon bars. They’re a bright…