Watermelon Salad With Feta
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Strawberry and feta salad is hands down one of my favorite summer salads. This refreshing watermelon salad with feta cheese and mint leaves though is just as delicious. It’s bright,…
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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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How to Grow Broccoli Sprouts (& Why We All Should)
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If you’ve ever heard of sulforaphane you’ve probably heard about broccoli sprouts. Sulforaphane is a powerful compound with a myriad of health benefits. And it’s why broccoli sprouts are one…
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DIY Scalp Scrub For Healthier Hair
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As a busy mom, there are some days when I live off of dry shampoo and coffee. Over time though, hair care products (like dry shampoo) can cause a buildup…
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Healthy Fried Cheese Sticks
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I used to love fried cheese sticks in high school and college and would even order these as my meal in restaurants. Something about the crispy breadcrumb fried exterior of…
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Healthy Camping Food Ideas
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We’re big camping fans in our family. While camping has some impressive health benefits, it’s also a lot of fun and a great bonding experience. Planning healthy camping food for…
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Herbal Homemade Mouthwash
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Our family has now completely switched to a natural oral health routine. We eat to boost oral health and even make our own remineralizing toothpaste. Next on the list to…
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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
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Between travel, sports practices, and homeschooling, I don’t have tons of time to devote to dinner every night. That’s where sheet pan meals come in. Minimal fuss and clean up…
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Health Benefits of Prebiotics
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You know how important probiotics and fiber are for your gut. But do you know about prebiotics, the one all-important connection between the two? Prebiotic benefits include feeding probiotics and…
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Homemade Bath Bomb Recipe (Great DIY Gift!)
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There’s something incredibly relaxing about a warm bath, and this homemade bath bomb recipe makes it even better! There are thousands of bath bomb options available, but it’s easy to…
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Chocolate Coconut Butter Cups
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These coconut butter cups are like my coconut clusters, but easier to make and without the coconut texture many kids don’t like. They provide a lot of healthy fats and are…
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Placenta Encapsulation: Should You Do it?
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Giving birth is one of the most athletic events a woman will ever go through. It’s taxing in many ways: physically, emotionally, and mentally. But it’s also enormously hormonally draining! Placenta…
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Homemade Chamomile Tincture
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Chamomile is one of my favorite herbs because of its delicate scent and great taste in teas. It is my absolute favorite herb for kids and I keep a tincture…
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How to Make Coquilles Saint-Jacques
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I’m a huge fan of French food (as you might notice in my cookbook!) as well as seafood, so this coquilles Saint-Jacques recipe is right up my alley. It’s a…
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How the Parasympathetic Nervous System Helps Us Lower Stress
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Also known as the “rest and digest” system, our parasympathetic nervous system is vital to health. Learn how things like yawning, taking a coloring book break, and other de-stressors can…
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How to Make Natural Deodorant
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Today, I tackle a subject that no one really wants to talk about: body odor. Of course, I want to use a natural deodorant, but I also want something that…
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Chia Seed Energy Balls
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I love chia seeds and use them in a variety of ways. They add a nice crunch when they’re used dry and gel when added to a liquid. Even better,…
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NativePath Collagen Review
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There are now more collagen products on the market than ever before. You can find them as powders, gummies, chews, capsules, and even coffee creamer! NativePath Collagen makes a variety…
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Soothing DIY Foot Scrub With Magnesium
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I’m pretty sure my husband can set some records for cracked heels. While I’ve created a cracked heel salve for him, a DIY foot scrub with magnesium is another good…
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Chicken Enchiladas Verdes
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These chicken enchiladas verdes are cheesy, delicious, and a big hit with everyone in my family. They also freeze well so I can make a double batch and easily get…
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C60 Benefits: Is This a Miracle Molecule?
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C60 is the newest buzzword in the natural health world. It’s recommended for everything from avoiding sunburn, to hair growth, to longevity. C60 benefits the whole body and acts as…
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Adaptogen Chocolate Truffles Recipe
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Sometimes you just need some chocolate. Our chocolate cravings are more than just a sweet tooth, but have some genuine health reasons behind them. This healthy adaptogen truffle recipe satisfies…
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Natural Stacks Review: My Honest Opinion
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Nootropics supplements have been gaining more popularity in recent years. Especially with the increased interest in the brain and biohacking. Since they’ve become so popular, there are now a lot…
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How to Start an Elimination Diet
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As mamas, sometimes we’re so busy taking care of everyone else that we ignore our own health. If you take a moment to reflect, have you noticed you have symptoms…
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Creative Ways to Use Eggshells
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If you’ve paid a little extra for healthy food or even produced it yourself, you know the value of using up every last bit. Many of my recipes rely on…