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A few years back I tried Paleo for quite a few months and it didn’t work for me- I was tired, had less energy and my hair started falling out. It doesn’t mean that this will happen to everyone- it just means that every body responds differently to different foods and we all need to […]
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While to the naked eye breakfast cereal may seem like a quick, healthy breakfast option there’s really not much good about them. In fact, most cereals are loaded with ingredients that have no business being eaten at all. So not only do they not provide any nutritional benefits, they might actually be making you, and […]
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Cooking is by far one of my favorite things. I love experimenting with new recipes, flipping through cookbooks and playing with flavor profiles. The only problem is that sometimes I’m short on time and cleaning, prepping and cooking can take more time than I have. I’ve discovered a few tricks that can help me streamline […]
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There are so many reasons to avoid taking aspirin or ibuprofen. They’ve been linked to anemia, DNA damage, hypertension and even heart disease but most people don’t think twice about popping one, or two, or three, of these pills regularly or even daily. If you’re taking pain medication on a regular basis you might want […]
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If I could have a superpower it would probably be to have coconut oil wherever, whenever, as much as I want, on command. If I had the time, and the energy, I might stand outside of OBGYN office and preach about why every mother needs to have coconut oil in her kitchen, medicine cabinet, shower, bathroom, […]
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Eating well can be tricky for some of us on a budget. The price of organic food can be high and when making the choice of what is really worth spending the extra money on it can be tough to make that decision. Here are a few of my favorite tips to help you navigate […]
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If one of your health goals is to stop taking over the counter medications or learn more about home remedies then essential oils are a great place to start. The right oil can help with anything from headaches, muscle aches and even diaper rash. They are wonderful and effective to use both on babies and […]
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It’s that time of year again when we’re all scratching our heads on what to get our family and friends or what to put on our wish list. Here are some of my favorite ideas for the ‘crunchy’ person in your life, or even the not so crunchy. Superfood gift basket. Make a trip to […]
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You might be surprised by the amount of first aid supplies you can find in the average kitchen. That’s great news for anyone trying to stick with natural alternatives as often as possible. Here are some common reasons that have us running for a first aid kit and some natural remedies that you can use […]
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As we’re getting ready for our third out the country trip Annabelle and I have a lot of preparations to make. Before becoming a mom I used to pack the night before leaving and now I usually start a few days ahead of time. I want to make sure I have everything and a lot […]
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