How (& Why!) to Make Your Own Liver Capsules
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Liver may be a nutrition-packed powerhouse, but for many this offal is, well… awful tasting. While I do love some liver and onions with bacon (because, hello, bacon!), these liver capsules…
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Simple solutions to help you improve your family’s health through a combination of a real food diet, and optimizing factors like sleep, reducing stress and avoiding toxins.
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Heavy Metals in Fish & Seafood: Should We Be Worried?
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I am a huge seafood fan, so when I hear concerns from you about whether seafood is safe to eat, I definitely want to talk about it! One of the…
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Is a Carb Cycling Diet Good for You? Here’s How to Start
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We have all heard of the many benefits that a low carbohydrate or ketogenic diet provides. Research shows restricting our carbs can help balance blood sugar, control insulin levels, and…
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Is Colloidal Silver Safe and Effective? (& When Not to Use)
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Natural supplements and holistic remedies that offer proven health benefits are big in my house. One that I always keep on hand is colloidal silver. This sometimes controversial supplement was…
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Why You Should Never Eat Vegetable Oil or Margarine
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Aside from whole grains, vegetable oils and margarine are some of the most misunderstood and over-recommended foods in the health community. You’ve probably heard these referred to as “heart-healthy oils,”…
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How to Lose Weight: What Worked for Me to Lose 80+ Pounds
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I struggled to lose weight for most of my adult life and only reached a healthy weight within the last couple of years. More importantly, I now feel calm and…
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Natural Remedies for Cold Sores
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Those scabby, throbbing scabs on the mouth are annoying and painful, not to mention unsightly. Conventional treatments work to suppress the virus, but those drugs come with side effects that…
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Is Organic Food Worth The Price? What the Label Really Means
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Just as I prefer to use non-toxic kitchen equipment, I also try to stick with organic foods when possible. But many people wonder if organic food is really worth the…
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The Health Benefits of Sprouts and Microgreens
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Sprouts of certain seeds and nuts are an inexpensive and simple way to add extra nutrients to the diet. They are easy to grow at home and the ultimate local…
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Benefits of Inversion Therapy (& How to Do It at Home)
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Chronic pain is, unfortunately, all too common. From sitting at work, to carrying heavy objects (or toddlers!), to pregnancy, our bodies can get out of alignment. This (combined with a weak…
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Should You Use L-Glutamine for Leaky Gut?
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If your doctor has told you that you have a leaky gut, you’re likely considering a gut supporting diet. But supplements may also be helpful for leaky gut. One of…
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The Benefits of Red Light Therapy (Photobiomodulation)
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For the past few months, I’ve been standing in front of a red light therapy lamp for about 5 minutes a day. We ordered the red light therapy system when my…
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How to Minimize Chlorine Exposure When Swimming
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We go to great lengths to remove chlorine (and other contaminants) in our drinking water and shower water, and it made me think about the effect of this common chemical in swimming…
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Is Tilapia Healthy for You?
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Fish is considered a healthy source of protein because it’s lean, easy to digest, and filled with healthy omega-3 fatty acids and other important minerals. However, the dark side of the story…
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Selenium Benefits for Metabolism and Health (+ Food Sources)
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Vitamin D is being discussed more and more in the health community for its importance to the human body. But today I want to talk about another nutrient that is…
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Natural Remedies for Growing Pains
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We talk a lot about chronic pain on the podcast, but sometimes the pain we deal with is not chronic or even problematic (though totally real and, well, painful!). Whether…
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12 Delicious Herbs and Spices With Proven Health Benefits
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You probably add herbs and spices to your recipes without even thinking about it! While they can usually make or break your culinary creations, there’s so much more to the…
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Benefits of Hydroxyapatite for Teeth and More
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If you’ve been a Wellness Mama reader for a while, you probably know that I’m fascinated by dental health. The conventional advice is to use fluoride toothpaste to harden teeth…
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8 Ways to Stop Sugar Cravings
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Craving ice cream or searching the pantry for a sweet treat every night after dinner? You’re not alone. The truth is sugar is incredibly addictive, and in today’s world it’s…
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7 Natural Ways to Boost Breast Health
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It’s troubling to read that 1 in 8 women in the U.S. will face an invasive breast cancer diagnosis in their lifetime. Thankfully with better research and screening, survival rates…
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How to Make a Mason Jar Salad Bar (That Lasts All Week!)
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When you’re trying to eat a healthier diet, variety is key. One of my favorite ways to serve a wide range of colorful fruits and veggies (and healthy proteins) is…
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7 Easy Ways to Improve Digestion
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Do you struggle with digestive issues? Many of us deal with gut problems like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), constipation, leaky gut, or other digestive disorders. While there are plenty of…
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10 Toxic Ingredients to Avoid in Personal Care Products
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It’s hard to narrow this list down to just 10 toxic personal care ingredients since unfortunately there are SO many. Even products that claim to be “paraben-free,” “clean,” or “all-natural”…
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Spill the Beans: Are They Healthy Or Not?
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“Beans, beans, good for your heart…” You probably remember that little chant that was popular among second graders, at least at my elementary school. It lightheartedly reminds us of the…