Thanks to a bunch of recent research, most of us have at least a passing familiarity with our gut microbiomes and how much the bacteria in our bodies impact our lives.We even now understand that … [Read more...] about How the Home Microbiome Impacts Health (& How to Improve It)
Archives for April 2018
Dry Brushing for Skin: 5 Benefits & How to Do It the Right Way
You probably brush your hair, and your teeth (hopefully with natural toothpaste), but do you brush your skin? And why would you? Dry Brushing for Skin This practice has been gaining popularity … [Read more...] about Dry Brushing for Skin: 5 Benefits & How to Do It the Right Way
Coconut Chocolate No-Bake Cookies Recipe
I don't make desserts often, but when I do, we usually stick to low or no-sugar options like chia seed pudding. Still, my kids had been asking to help create some new blog recipes (since I try to let … [Read more...] about Coconut Chocolate No-Bake Cookies Recipe
Natural Bubble Bath Recipe for Kids
I love a good detox bath to remove toxins from the body and help kids relax (especially before bed) but a bubble bath is so much more fun!Unfortunately, many bubble baths available at the store … [Read more...] about Natural Bubble Bath Recipe for Kids
Healthy Breakfast Ideas Kids Love
One of the biggest challenges in switching to a real food diet is figuring out what to eat for breakfast. Breakfast cereals are a really common choice these days, especially for kids, but sadly are … [Read more...] about Healthy Breakfast Ideas Kids Love
The 411 on California Prop 65
I like to know what is in my food and products, so on the surface, Prop 65 is an amazing law. A label that tells me when a product contains harmful chemicals? A dream come true! But after seeing the … [Read more...] about The 411 on California Prop 65
How to Make a Bee House or Bee Hotel in Your Yard
Most of us know just how important honey bees are to our food supply and why it matters so much to protect them. Hopefully many of us are even taking some simple steps, like these, to do so.But … [Read more...] about How to Make a Bee House or Bee Hotel in Your Yard
Alfalfa Benefits & Uses for Improved Health
I use herbal remedies for many things on a daily basis. From homemade lotions, to infused oils and salves, to herbal teas and veggie smoothies, we use a lot of different herbs each day for the … [Read more...] about Alfalfa Benefits & Uses for Improved Health
Homemade Pho With Zoodles (Instant Pot Option)
I'm no expert in Vietnamese food, but I am a big fan. In fact, trying dishes from other cultures is something we love to do to get more variety in our diets. When we discovered pho, we knew we had a … [Read more...] about Homemade Pho With Zoodles (Instant Pot Option)
Natural Remedies for Bronchitis
You probably already know that there are many natural remedies for colds and flu. One hundred years ago, families wouldn’t have made the trek to the doctor for something so easily managed at … [Read more...] about Natural Remedies for Bronchitis