Paleo Kung Pao Chicken
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My love of Chinese food isn’t a new thing nor is my hobby of recreating favorite restaurant Chinese dishes at home. Sweet and sour chicken was one of my first recreation attempts.…
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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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Heavy Metals in Fish & Seafood: Should We Be Worried?
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I am a huge seafood fan, so when I hear concerns from you about whether seafood is safe to eat, I definitely want to talk about it! One of the…
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How to Make Rose Water
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Rose water is not only beautifully fragrant but extremely versatile. It has an extensive range of uses including facial toner, hair perfume, cooling mist, and linen freshener. Rose petals are…
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Cumin Coriander Fennel Tea (for Digestion and Weight Loss)
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After a surgery my husband had years ago (with resulting secondary infection and IV antibiotic use), his gut needed a little extra help. A gut rehabilitation he was following at…
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The Best Tents for Family Camping
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We love camping as a family for uninterrupted quality time out in nature (which has real health benefits!). For a long time, my husband and I were camping purists. Camping…
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How to Make Yogurt (Easy Homemade Recipe)
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Update: Since the original writing of this post, I acquired an Instant Pot with a yogurt making function. It makes yogurt-making a breeze and I can do a whole gallon at a…
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Tips & Tricks for Getting Kids to Eat More Vegetables (the Sneaky Way)
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Getting kids to eat healthier, especially when it comes to eating vegetables and fruit, can be an overwhelming task. Luckily there are ways to gets kids on board with vegetables…
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9 DIY Face Mask Recipes You Can Make at Home
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For those of us who aren’t able to escape to a spa for relaxation on a daily basis (or even occasionally), these do-it-yourself face mask recipes are a great solution…
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Homemade Mulling Spices Recipe
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The right kind of wine has some major health benefits, but what if I told you it could be even more delicious? This homemade mulling spice blend makes for a great…
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Setting a LEGO® Walking World Record with a Relay Team of Moms
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In our family, we have a motto that “we were made to do hard things,” (learned from my friends the Wonderling Family) and it’s always fun to think of new…
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Is a Carb Cycling Diet Good for You? Here’s How to Start
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We have all heard of the many benefits that a low carbohydrate or ketogenic diet provides. Research shows restricting our carbs can help balance blood sugar, control insulin levels, and…
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My Natural Kitchen Cleaning Checklist
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Of all the rooms in my house, the kitchen has to be cleaned the most often. It’s often difficult to clean because of the variety of surfaces and appliances, yet…
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Light & Zesty Taco Slaw (A Healthier Take on Coleslaw)
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My family enjoys hitting the local taco truck once in a while for a fun dinner idea and a break from cooking. We especially love their chicken tacos which come…
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Is Colloidal Silver Safe and Effective? (& When Not to Use)
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Natural supplements and holistic remedies that offer proven health benefits are big in my house. One that I always keep on hand is colloidal silver. This sometimes controversial supplement was…
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Feverfew Benefits for Fever, Migraines, Inflammation & More
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Medicinal herbs are a great way to help support the body and boost health. Whenever my family needs some support recovering from an illness or mending a wound, I turn…
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Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers
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I absolutely love the flavors of a Philly cheesesteak. Soft, toasty bread, tender beef, and melty cheese. Mmmm… I first had Philly cheesesteak when we visited my aunt and her…
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Why You Should Never Eat Vegetable Oil or Margarine
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Aside from whole grains, vegetable oils and margarine are some of the most misunderstood and over-recommended foods in the health community. You’ve probably heard these referred to as “heart-healthy oils,”…
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Homemade Finger Paint Recipe
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Rainy days, long afternoons… sometimes we mamas need a trusty list of fun kids’ activities! A homemade finger paint recipe deserves to make the list. This version can be as simple…
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Homemade Coconut Milk Recipe
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I’ve been using coconut products for years and now you can find everything from coconut cream to coconut flour in your grocery store baking aisle. Coconut milk is a wonderful…
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How to Optimize Your Life With a Simple Block Schedule
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Let’s see if any of these questions ring a bell: Are you instantly overwhelmed by the sheer number of items on your to-do list? Are to-dos and appointments slipping through…
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Maca Root Benefits for Hormones, Fertility & More
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I love using herbs and spices to support the body in healing itself. Maca root is a favorite because it’s so supportive of the body’s production of hormones. Since hormones…
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Tomato & Basil Caprese Omelet Recipe
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I love the light, freshness of Caprese salad, especially when I have more tomatoes and basil in the garden than I know what to do with! However, it isn’t very…
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How to Use a Neti Pot for Congestion, Allergies & More
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I always prefer natural remedies at home for cold and flu symptoms if possible. We use a neti pot daily when cold and flu season comes around and it makes…
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Natural Aids for Broken Bone Recovery
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Not long ago one of our kids broke her leg while playing outside. Luckily, she recovered quickly and was back on her feet in just four weeks. I believe that…