Does the Squatty Potty Really Improve How We Poop?
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I’m constantly researching tools, resources, and health devices to make our lives easier, healthier, and more enjoyable. One of those resources that I’ve used for years is the Squatty Potty.…
Natural Home
Clean and organize your home naturally with these simple DIY recipes for household cleaning and helpful tips to avoid indoor toxins in household products, air and water.
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Homemade Remineralizing Toothpaste Recipe (Natural + Simple)
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I’ve talked before about the link between nutrition and oral health and the ability of teeth to remineralize and regenerate and shared my own experience with reversing a cavity. The…
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How to Make Recycled Wine Bottle Tiki Torches
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In the summer I always keep homemade natural bug spray at hand, but tiki torches are a lovely and practical way to light up the patio while keeping mosquitos at bay.…
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Backyard Farming: How to Homestead in the City
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Growing some of the food that your family consumes is a great way to save money and eat organically on a budget. As food prices continue to go up, more…
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Benefits of Going Barefoot (and the Best Barefoot Shoes)
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Now that warm weather is here, our family is spending a lot of time outside in the sun… and barefoot. The benefits of getting outside are well-documented, but the barefoot part is…
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Un-Doo: How to Stop the Stink with Natural Bathroom Spray
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Bathroom odors just might be the bane of any moms existence, especially to those of us with lots of littles and a bathroom that gets lots of action. It’s enough of…
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How to Make Better Coffee With Non-Toxic Coffee Makers
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How important is a coffee maker in most homes? According to some sources, excluding water, people consume coffee more than any other beverage in the world, and it is the second…
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Relaxing Pillow Spray Recipe With Essential Oils
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With six kiddos in the house, sleep can be hard to come by sometimes. Fortunately, I’ve found ways to naturally improve sleep quality, including ditching the night lights and using magnesium…
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Great Alternatives to Almond Flour and Coconut Flour
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When you go grain-free, you have to get creative to keep enjoying the foods you love. Most grain-free goodies are made with the same ol’ flours, but there are actually…
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What Is Sous Vide (& How to Do It without Plastic)
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I first heard of sous vide years ago and my initial thought process went something like this: Me: Hmm… sounds French. Must be fancy… I wonder how it works. Also me…
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Homemade HE Laundry Detergent Recipe (Laundry Soap)
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Laundry detergent is an easy switch from store bought to homemade. DIY alternatives are often just as effective and much less expensive. I’ve shared my Homemade Laundry Soap but this variation is formulated…
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Why Coconut Aminos Should Be in Your Kitchen (+ Ways to Use)
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Health-conscious people (like us!) often choose to eliminate soy from their diets. I love my stir fries and Asian-influenced dishes, so soy sauce is one staple I’d often miss. Thankfully,…
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Hydrogen Peroxide Uses & Benefits for Home and Beauty
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Whether you consider yourself to be super crunchy, semi-crunchy … or just kind of soggy, hydrogen peroxide is one of those items that most of us keep around in our home.…
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Blackstrap Molasses Benefits (+ Cooking and Beauty Uses)
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In many cases, the byproduct of a refining process is bad news. This is the case with petroleum jelly, vegetable oils, and many other substances. However, one exception to this rule…
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9 Non-Toxic Ways to Get Rid of Bed Bugs (& Avoid Them)
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I don’t like to bring it up — I really don’t. There are some things you’d just rather not know. But have you ever said that cute rhyme creepy saying…
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Spirulina Benefits: 7 Reasons to Try It (& 1 Major Caution)
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I don’t like using the term superfood, though it could certainly be applied to Spirulina (and is sometimes used for coconut oil). Surprisingly, you may know this amazing compound by its…
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Disgusting Dust Mites: Everything You (Didn’t) Want To Know
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It only took a little research into finding a new mattress to learn more than I ever wanted to know about dust mites. Little critters related to ticks and spiders…
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The Bizarre Reason to Cut Down Your Bradford Pear Tree
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When I started blogging many years ago and began chronicling my experiences making homemade deodorant and other sundries, I never thought I’d write a passionate post about why you should immediately cut…
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Grove Collaborative Review: Great Source for Natural Home Products
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I’ve been making my own cleaning products for years. When I first started, there weren’t any recipes or tutorials available online and there was a lot of trial and error……
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Radiant Life Catalog: Why I Love Them & My Favorites
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Did you know that: Indoor air can be much more toxic than outdoor air? In fact, the air in your home may be the most toxic air you encounter each day.…
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How to Make Your Own Reusable Snack Bags
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I try to avoid using plastic in our home as much as possible, but I understand the convenience of plastic baggies for snacks on the go. When I am out…
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Mountain Rose Herbs Review
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Save hundreds a year by making your own beauty products, cleaning products, and spice blends… That’s what I set out to do years ago when I was on a super-tight…
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9 Ways to Use a Himalayan Salt Block in Your Kitchen
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I’ve been a fan of Himalayan Salt and salt lamps for a long time, and in the past few months I’ve also come to love cooking with a himalayan salt…
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How You Can Help Save the Honey Bees
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While I love my beeswax candles and have many healthy uses for honey, the importance of the honey bee goes well beyond what they produce directly. Many of the foods…