Grain-Free Eggs Benedict
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Shirred eggs and eggs Benedict are my two favorite egg-based breakfast foods. It is also probably one of my top 5 favorite recipes I’ve posted so far. I certainly don’t make…
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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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Is Monk Fruit Healthy? Or a Food Fad?
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Sugar is almost unavoidable in our modern society, but it has a huge impact on our health. That’s why many look for sugar alternatives. However, many zero-calorie and artificial sweeteners…
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Chicken Taco Soup (Slow Cooker and Instant Pot Options)
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There’s nothing I love more than soup on a chilly night! This chicken taco soup is the perfect way to mix things up when you need a break from the…
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Is White Rice Healthy?
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White rice. It is a controversial food in nutrition circles. On the one hand, some nutritionists warn us away from rice and grains as a nutritionally empty source of calories,…
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5 Effective Natural Ways to Remedy Athlete’s Foot for Good
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It’s no secret that we’re all about natural remedies around here. Every mom should have a few tricks up her sleeve for remedying minor ailments at home without resorting to harmful chemicals.…
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe
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Brussels sprouts… the dreaded vegetable of childhood! However, cooked the right way, these can become a favorite for both kids and adults. Seriously, I have kids that get excited when…
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What Are Nootropics? My Take on Natural Brain-Boosting Supplements
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Seems humans have always been in a constant search for the silver bullet or magic pill to make us faster, stronger, and smarter. Sure, there are more difficult and time-consuming…
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How to Make Eyeshadow From Natural Ingredients
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Over the years I’ve come up with plenty of natural makeup options. While I’ve already shared some of my simple eye makeup recipes here, this article gives more details on…
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Bacon Chicken Alfredo Recipe (One Pan)
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You know that moment when you realize it is 4:00 PM and you have nothing planned or defrosted for dinner? When that happens, this bacon chicken alfredo recipe (and others like…
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Is Aluminum Safe to Use?
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Of all the toxic ingredients in personal care products, aluminum is a misunderstood and controversial substance. Some claim it is safe, while other sources report that baking powder can be…
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Shea Butter Benefits and Uses for Skin, Hair, Baby Care & More
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You all know I’m a fan of using coconut oil and olive oil on skin and hair, but another all-star natural moisturizer around the home is pure shea butter. (Something…
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Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
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Have you ever asked your child a question, with a pretty good idea of the answer you were going to get, and then be completely taken by surprise? How about…
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Simmering Potpourri Recipes to Make Your Home Smell Amazing
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Cooler months mean more time curled up inside. Simmering potpourri recipes are a great way to make a home cozy and inviting. They’re just one way to get your winter…
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Simple Roasted Okra Recipe
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One summer, when my kids were helping their grandparents harvest and preserve vegetables from their garden, the okra were producing like crazy. They kept coming home with bags and bags of…
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Nutrition for Teens: A Parent’s Guide to Diet & Supplements for Puberty
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Navigating nutrition as kids go through puberty can be a struggle! You know that what your teen eats has an impact on both their health and their mood, so you…
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Mango Butter Benefits & Uses for Luxurious Skin, Hair, and More
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I make a lot of my health and beauty products, so body butters like cocoa butter and shea butter are staples in my home. But there are other body butters that…
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Wellness Energy Bars
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When I created this recipe, I was more excited about it than I had been about almost any other post. I played around with recipes to make an easy, homemade,…
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13 Natural Ways to Relieve Gallbladder Attacks
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I get a lot of questions about liver and gallbladder problems. Unfortunately, moms have a higher risk of gallbladder attacks, and they often start during pregnancy. Gallbladder attacks are often…
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How to Find the Best Natural Skincare Routine for Your Skin Type
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It seems that (especially for women) switching from regular skincare products to natural versions is one of the toughest natural living steps to take. It’s hard to break free of…
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One-Pot Tomato Cabbage Soup
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People who are new to eating real food often wonder how it’s possible to cook every meal at home when you are a busy family. I cook most meals at…
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What Causes Nosebleeds in Adults and Kids (+ Natural Remedies)
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Nosebleeds are a common occurrence for many adults and children because of the nose’s high density of blood vessels. Luckily, nosebleeds are usually easy to stop at home. But when…
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Simple and Natural Ways to Hygge at Home (& Get Cozy!)
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I experience a Fall-induced form of “nesting” every year as the weather gets cooler and the days get shorter. Unlike the hormone-driven one in pregnancy, this is one is less…
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Tacos al Pastor With Pineapple & Cilantro
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Who doesn’t like Mexican food? Seriously, is there anyone out there who doesn’t? Anyway, I know my family sure does. These beef and rice bowls are one of our busy weeknight favorites.…
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5 Ways to Get More Done Every Day (Without Burning Out)
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Getting things done each day can be quite a challenge. Motherhood is a job in and of its own — then add in marriage and relationships, business, friendships, and extended…