What Is Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA) and Is It Beneficial?
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Conjugated Linoleic Acid, or CLA for short, may sound like a mouthful, but this healthy fat offers some impressive benefits. I’ve covered CLA briefly in my article on grass-fed beef,…
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How to Deep Clean a Washing Machine (Naturally)
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Many of us don’t think about cleaning out the washing machine. I mean, it’s supposed to clean our clothes, so how dirty can it get? Yet, mildew, bacteria, soap scum,…
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Cheesy Tuna Casserole Recipe (Kid Friendly & Gluten Free)
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Tuna is a quick, easy protein choice that tastes great in a variety of dishes. My family enjoys it in recipes like this apple walnut tuna salad and many others. This…
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11 Benefits of CBD Oil (Cannabidiol) & Why It’s Not What You Think
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I love remedies that have many uses (like emu oil), and cannabidiol oil (or CBD or hemp oil) is gaining popularity for this reason. This oil extracted from the hemp plant…
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Blender Reviews: Blendtec vs. Vitamix (& Others)
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Over the years, we’ve used a lot of different blenders and I’ve written several blender reviews. Cooking from scratch three times a day for eight people gives me a LOT…
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How to Do a Ketogenic Diet (& Is It Safe for Women?)
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The ketogenic diet (or keto diet) has become very popular lately because of its potential to help with weight loss, eliminate cravings, and improve mental clarity. Everyone from Mark Sisson…
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How to Eat Healthy on a Budget – 22 Money Saving Tips
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I often hear that it isn’t possible to eat a healthy diet because it is simply too expensive. Thanks to government subsidies of many processed foods, eating healthy on a…
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Grain-Free Pecan Crusted Flounder (Delicious and Easy!)
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This pecan crusted flounder is a recipe that I’ve been making about once a week at our house. The crunchy, nutty crust topped with pastured butter really makes it a…
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How to Get Kids to Eat Healthy Food
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At the rates kids grow, what we feed them matters greatly to their physical, mental, and emotional health. (Not mention their behavior.) What to feed children is a somewhat controversial…
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Simple Ways to Use Jojoba Oil for Hair, Face, and Body
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I’ve used jojoba oil for years in my homemade lotion recipes among other personal care products, so I’m well aware of the amazing moisturizing benefits of jojoba oil. But there are…
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How to Build a Tea & Coffee Station Table (or Bar)
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I love doing DIY projects but I’m not good enough with power tools to do any fancy work. I don’t dovetail and I haven’t learned how to use a router…
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How to Reverse Infertility & Get Pregnant Naturally
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There’s no doubt that infertility is a rising problem in today’s society. And while this has never been an issue for me, the CDC finds that about 10 percent of…
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How to Distress Wood With Tea, Vinegar, and Steel Wool (in 24 hours)
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Lately I’ve been experimenting with making furniture and learning to distress wood. What started by making wine bottle tiki torches has turned into a passion for upcycling and DIYing all…
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Quick and Easy Grain-Free Crackers
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If you’re like most people, you probably grew up snacking on crackers as a kid. Thankfully, there’s no need to give up this popular snack while on a grain-free diet. These…
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My Home Organization System – How I “Get It All Done”
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Home organization is not my strong suit. To say the least. It is something I’ve had to work on daily to get good at, and something I’m still working on.…
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The Importance of Writing Thank You Notes
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Whether it’s taking a day off from technology or writing thank you notes, reconnecting to traditional forms of communication has been shown (scientifically!) as an excellent means for improving our…
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10+ Ways to Use Ginger (& Get Its Amazing Benefits)
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Ginger root is one of the oldest and most popular natural remedies, and in my opinion also one of the most delicious. Ginger root is very easy to find in…
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Benefits of Turmeric and Curcumin (+ 12 Practical Ways to Use It!)
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Turmeric is a powerful spice with an impressive list of uses and benefits. It’s known for its antioxidant content and ability to work as an anti-inflammatory. This common culinary spice…
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Aromatherapy Shower Melts for Colds and Flu (or Anytime)
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A friend asked me if I had a DIY recipe for a natural version of shower melts (basically a bath bomb for the shower) since her favorite ones had been…
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6 Benefits of Using Herbal Tea During a Fever
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My post on why I don’t reduce fevers (and what I do instead) is one of my most popular, and I totally understand why! What parent hasn’t gone through a…
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How to a Make a Furoshiki Wrapping Cloth
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Here’s a not-so-fun fact: every holiday season about 4 million tons of gift wrap and decorations end up in U.S. landfills. Wrapping paper and gift bags for birthdays and Christmas…
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Alternatives to Using a Chair at a Desk
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Sorry to say, but sitting may be worse for you than donuts. Thankfully there are plenty of healthy alternatives to the modern day office chair. With so many options to…
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Is Alcohol Toxic? (How to Choose Safe Options & Amounts)
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Let’s talk about alcohol for a minute… On the one hand, blue zone studies show that most healthy populations consume moderate amounts of alcohol (usually wine). Yet, other researchers (and…
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19 Natural Cleaning Tips (+ Easy Recipes)
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Cleaning a house naturally is not any more difficult than cleaning it with harsh chemicals. It improves indoor air quality and is much safer, especially for children. We’ve switched entirely…