5 Types of Facial Massage for Naturally Beautiful Skin
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My awesome friend Lauryn, host of The Skinny Confidential, is guest posting today! She’s the person I go to for all things skin care and lately she’s introduced me to…
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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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The Rise of the Modern Bidet
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Menstrual cups are one of those things that may seem strange at first but you fall in love with eventually. The bidet may be another. The bidet isn’t that common…
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My Favorite Healthy Shelf-Stable Foods for Stocking the Pantry
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I’ve written about how to stock up a real food kitchen, and that includes a whole list of fresh fruits, veggies, almond milk, and eggs that last in the fridge for…
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Asian Lettuce Wraps (like P.F. Chang)
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With a large family and a business to run, I’m a big fan of easy meal ideas. Lettuce wraps are a simple lunch idea for those of us staying away from bread…
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How to Reverse MS Symptoms With the Wahls Protocol
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Are you or a loved one looking for a way to reverse MS or autoimmune disease symptoms? Dr. Terry Wahls is a widely celebrated physician and researcher who was able…
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Grain-Free Chicken Francese With Lemon Sauce
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Since my husband is Italian, we enjoy our share of Italian food (healthy alfredo, yum!). Chicken Francese is another Italian dish I’ve come to love (and it sounds much fancier…
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My Common-Sense Guide to Viruses and Pandemics (for Moms)
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I recently spent a long day interviewing medical experts about the current global pandemic and what it could mean for us all individually and societally. When Hurricane Michael caused massive…
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Shakshuka Eggs Recipe (Eggs in Spiced Tomato Sauce)
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I’m a big fan of simple, healthy meals that take only a few minutes to cook (even better if they use just one pan). An egg dish similar to huevos rancheros,…
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How to Improve Eyesight Naturally
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Do you wish you had 20/20 vision? I have yet to meet anyone who wears prescription glasses or contacts and doesn’t wish they didn’t need them! Turns out, you might…
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Exfoliating Chai Sugar Scrub Recipe
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A delicious chai tea latte is one of my favorite things to drink, but the same spices also make for a great chai sugar scrub. This warming scrub boosts circulation,…
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Hearty Italian Sausage Soup With Vegetables (One Pot Recipe)
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I love a filling one-pot meal, and soup is a great place to pack in a wide variety of colorful vegetables. This hearty, veggie-filled soup with Italian sausage is a…
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Are Cruciferous Vegetables Bad for Thyroid?
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“Eat food, not too much, mostly plants.” -Michael Pollan This is the advice most of us know to be true — that if we eat our veggies, and lots of…
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8 Benefits of Stinging Nettle (& How to Use It in Tea, Tonics, Haircare & More)
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Nettle is one of my favorite herbs. Also called “stinging nettle,” it is packed with nutrients and is even one of the ingredients in my homemade pregnancy tea. Stinging nettle…
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Bacon-Wrapped Salmon Patties
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Let’s face it: everything tastes better with bacon! For example: Loaded cauliflower with bacon Crustless broccoli quiche with bacon Bacon chicken bites (a family favorite!) Bacon lime sweet potato salad Even chocolate-covered…
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8 Ways to Make Fitness a Habit
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Exercise doesn’t have to only come in the form of a planned workout. It’s a great idea to build it into your everyday life in the form of family fun. But…
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DIY Men’s Lotion Recipe With Essential Oils
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I’m a big fan of lotion bars since they’re portable and mess-free, but sometimes it’s nice to have regular lotion on hand too. I wanted to create something especially for men,…
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Loaded Sweet Potato Soup Recipe
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I used to love making potato soup, clam chowder, and other potato-based soups and stews. Now that we don’t eat white potatoes very often, I hadn’t made any of them…
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How to Keep a Health Journal
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How well would you rate your overall health — and how confident do you feel about your answer? Keeping a health diary might help give you a clearer view of…
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Creamy Shirred Eggs (Breakfast Favorite!)
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The quicker and easier breakfast is, the better. Eggs are our go-to breakfast since they’re an inexpensive and healthy protein source that can be cooked quickly. It doesn’t take long…
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My Favorite Health Apps for Mind, Body and Hormones
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In my recent podcast about my transformation and weight loss, I mentioned several health apps that were helpful in the process. I’m sharing more detail about each one below and…
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Vinegar of the Four Thieves Health Tonic Recipe
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I mentioned the Vinegar of the Four Thieves when talking about natural bug spray alternatives, but this health tonic is so much more! This herbal tincture is easy to make…
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Indian Mulligatawny Soup (Gluten-Free, Dairy Optional)
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My family loves Indian food so I’m always looking for healthy Indian recipes to try at home. This mulligatawny soup recipe has become one of our favorites. It’s so simple to…
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Healthy Homemade Dog Treats
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I’ve always been an animal person. I begged for years to get my first dog, Holly, when I was five. We named her Holly because she was born right before…
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I Just Did a Whole 30… Where Do I Go From Here?
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I love mini wellness challenges or experiments because the short duration is usually doable for most people. Whole30 is a perfect example. It’s only 30 days and then you can…