Scoliosis: How to Address it Naturally
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Before starting my natural health journey, I never really understood how much our choices affected us. These diet and lifestyle choices have far-reaching effects. Over the years I’ve seen firsthand…
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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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Natural Homemade Baby Wipes
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I’ve done my fair share of cloth diaper changes over the years. Like any concerned mom I opted for baby wipes I thought were safe and healthy for little ones.…
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Parmesan Chicken Nuggets Recipe (Kid Favorite!)
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I’m not a fan of most chicken nuggets and “kid foods” that cater to picky eaters. Or ones that are mostly processed and devoid of vitamins. At the same time,…
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What is Period Underwear? (Plus the Best Brands)
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As we become more focused on sustainability and being financially savvy, we have to stop and think. How much does caring for our monthly cycle add to the landfill? Most…
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Liver Cleanse: What It Is and How to (Really) Do Them
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I’ve had a lot of questions over the years about how to do a liver cleanse. In today’s toxin-filled world, our liver & gallbladder can certainly take a beating. Here’s…
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Healthy Ranch Dressing Recipe (High Protein)
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One flavor many people miss when they drop unhealthy vegetable oils is creamy, tangy ranch dressing. I know I did. I still love the taste of a good ranch dressing recipe.…
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Health Benefits of Fermented Foods
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Before I started eating real foods, ferments like sauerkraut and kombucha weren’t even on my radar. These fermented foods tasted and smelled too strong to me, and I had no…
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Inspiring Aronia Berry Recipes
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I’ve talked about aronia berry before, but it deserves another mention. These super berries are packed with health benefits and can be used in many different ways. Here are some…
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Lent Dinner Ideas (And Breakfasts)
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Over the years I’ve adopted different eating traditions thanks to family and religious practices. Like our Christmas Eve tradition of eating 7 different types of fish. Lent is another one…
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The Benefits of Meditation (and How to Do It)
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If I had to name one of the most commonly recommended health tips from hundreds of podcast guests, it would be to adopt a meditation practice. In fact, on-air or…
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How to Make Beeswax Candles
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There’s something comforting about the soft, flickering glow of a scented candle. They add a sense of calm and warmth to your surroundings. While it was hard to give up…
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Decadent Flourless Chocolate Torte
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Sometimes I’m craving a little chocolate and want to get a healthy fix. Instead of turning to a sugary chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream though, there are plenty of…
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Lemon Magnesium Gummies Recipe
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I’ve been on a gummy kick lately as a fun and tasty way to increase our nutrient intake. While I’ve made healthy gelatin in different ways over the years, I…
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Sheet Pan Eggs With Sweet Potatoes
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My kids eat a lot of eggs for breakfast, but they get tired of scrambled eggs and veggies on repeat. Over the years I’ve come up with some creative breakfast…
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Aronia Berry Benefits (and How to Use Them)
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In my Home Remedies For Pink Eye article, I briefly mentioned a little-known super fruit called black chokeberry or aronia berry. While you may have noticed it on an ingredients…
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How to Make DIY Floor Cleaner for a Healthier Home
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When my oldest child was about six months old I suddenly became much more interested in finding a natural and DIY floor cleaner recipe. I now had a pint-size inspector…
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Berry Probiotic Gummies
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I’m not a fan of most gummy vitamins since they’re full of sugar and other unhealthy ingredients. A yummy and healthy way to get that fun gummy texture though is…
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Seed Cycling for Hormone Balance: Does It Work?
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Mom life has plenty of ups and downs. There are joys and blessings, but also stress (both emotionally and physically). Besides everyday life, we also have the ups and downs…
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Rosemary Oil For Better Hair
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As a mom of 6, I’ve had my fair share of postpartum hair loss! And I’m not alone. By age 50 nearly 25% of women and 50% of men experience…
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Is Low Fat Healthy?
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Like most things in the nutrition world, fats are back in style. At least certain kinds, and in certain amounts. Some healthcare providers still recommend a low-fat diet, but is…
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Easy White Chicken Chili
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In our house, we’re always looking for creative ways to add more soup to the menu. It’s the perfect, easy weeknight meal full of nourishing veggies, protein, and broth. This…
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Is Melatonin Safe? Plus How to Use it
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We all know what it feels like to get a terrible night’s sleep. We wake up feeling foggy and disoriented. We’re easily frustrated, overwhelmed, or forgetful. Many turn to melatonin…
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Sea Moss Gummies (With Apple Cinnamon)
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I’ve been known to try some interesting things in the name of health. We can add eat seaweed to that list too. Sea moss has gained popularity in recent years…
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Brainpower Protein Shake Recipe
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Quality protein is an important key to healthy eating, but sometimes it’s tricky to get enough. This delicious high protein shake not only fuels your muscles but your brain health…