How to Make Aloe Vera Gel from Fresh Aloe
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We recently got a new grocery store in a town near me. I was checking it out one day and came across an array of fun and unusual foods uncommon…
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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What is Apple Cider Vinegar with The Mother?
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I use apple cider vinegar a lot. From making cleaning recipes to its many health benefits, ACV is a staple in our home. For cleaning, any vinegar will do. In food or…
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Are Shirataki Noodles Good for You?
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What if I told you there was a gluten-free, zero calorie, zero carbohydrate noodle that was a great alternative to traditional pasta noodles (for those who aren’t fans of veggie…
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How to Make Homemade Clay Soap
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One day I was using French Green clay to add a colored layer to my husband’s spiced soap and I forgot the essential oils. There wasn’t going to be much…
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How to Get Rid of Ants Naturally
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Ants, ants, ants, everywhere! Those pesky insects have a way of finding every little crack and opening right into your home. With Spring finally in full swing I have begun…
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12 Uses for Liquid Castile Soap
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Castile soap is a valuable tool for natural living. It is very versatile and can replace many, if not all, of your commercially prepared, chemical-laden detergent cleaners. What Is Castile…
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How to Make Compost Tea
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I’ve heard it said that “gardening is cheaper than therapy and you get tomatoes.” There seems to be some solid science to back up the health benefits of gardening (and to explain…
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How to Make Your Own Produce Bags
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Imagine yourself in the grocery store picking out the perfect collection of organic apples. You look around, only to discover that you have no option other than to put your…
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Why I Always Use a Shower Filter
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Most of us know the importance of drinking enough water and filtering it to avoid harmful chemicals or contaminants, but did you know that shower water can be just as…
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Natural and Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Plastic Bags
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In the last few years, I’ve become increasingly concerned about all of the environmental and health problems associated with our massive plastic use in the developed world. Recent research has…
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How to Make a Flexible Reusable Ice Pack
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Aches and pains happen, and when they do, it is handy to have flexible ice packs in your freezer ready to go. In my house, they are frequently used for “boo-boos” but…
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How to Brush Your Teeth Correctly
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I’m guessing (or at least hoping) that you learned to brush your teeth at a really young age and you’ve probably been brushing them pretty much that same way since then.…
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Finding the Best Vacuum Cleaner For Our Family
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To say that my kids are capable of making messes would be an understatement. Don’t get me wrong, they are also a great help around the house and in the…
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Does a Pressure Cooker Destroy Nutrients?
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Since I wrote about my new favorite kitchen appliance, the Instant Pot pressure cooker, I’ve gotten a lot of comments and questions about if pressure cooking is a healthy way to…
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How to Reduce Plastic Use in the Home
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As you’re reading this article, chances are you will find several plastic items within your reach, your computer or phone, a pen, maybe an old food container lingering on your desk.…
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18 Uses for Washing Soda
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Washing Soda is a simple natural cleaner and booster that can be used on its own or in various DIY recipes for natural cleaning. It is available in many grocery…
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How to Make Washing Soda from Baking Soda
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I’ve been using washing soda (also called sodium carbonate) in my natural cleaning for years. It is an ingredient in my homemade laundry soap and all-purpose cleaners and I’ve found…
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All-Natural Homemade Scouring Powder
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There is something nostalgic about using a product that your parents and grandparents used, and I believe that we can often find a lot of modern wisdom from the way things…
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Homemade Carpet Cleaner Recipe
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Today, I’m writing and homeschooling in a corner of our kitchen surrounded by furniture that is supposed to be in the living room/family room, all because we’re finally putting in…
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The Dangers of Plastic
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It seems to be a common theme in history that the things that lead to great progress and convenience also come with a big price. This seems to be very…
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When A Natural Mattress Isn’t in the Budget
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Over the last 5+ years, I researched my way into a natural mattress for our family, but the process was long, somewhat dramatic, and expensive. For many years, a healthier, natural mattress…
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Why I Traded My Organic Mattress for IntelliBED
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Disclaimer: We received information that IntelliBED was acquired and their views of what goes into the mattress haven’t aligned with ours. In keeping the information contained in this post, we…
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How to Make Soap (With or Without Lye)
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Growing up, it never occurred to me that it was possible to make soap at home. I was born in a big city, grew up in another and soap was…
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How to Make a Foam Roller for About $10
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Isn’t it great that as moms, we always have the time and money to go get a massage whenever we need one? I’m kidding, of course as most of us are…