Healthy Foods

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Sixteen million bras are purchased every year, however an estimated 80% of us are wearing the wrong size bra! I’ve covered some of the pitfalls of the modern bra in this post, but today I want to discuss how to find the healthiest bra. It depends on several factors, some of which may surprise you. … Continue reading How to Choose a Healthy Bra ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Raspberry chocolate pie is one of my favorite dessert recipes of all time. It is one of those awesome no-bake recipes that is the perfect blend of rich and refreshing. Raspberry Chocolate Pie: A Quick and Easy No-Bake Dessert Fresh fruit combined with protein-packed almonds, healthy-fat coconut oil, decadent cocoa, and lightness from whipped cream. It’s a … Continue reading No-Bake Raspberry Chocolate “Pie” Recipe ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J When trying to make diet changes in order to improve health, nitrates are one of the additives most of us try to avoid. In general, additives and preservatives aren’t ideal, and we want to avoid them when possible. But in the healthy living community there are many differing opinions on nitrates, whether we should eat … Continue reading Nitrates in Food: Is Nitrate-Free Worth It? ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I’m a huge fan of green smoothies because they are an easy way to pack a lot of nutrition into a tasty drink (and kids love them!). I still love my green smoothies, but I’m also experimenting with green juices for their health benefits. Celery juice recipes have been popular, so today I want to … Continue reading Why I Drink Celery Juice (& How to Make It) ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I have a feeling today’s episode will be especially personal and eye-opening for all of us. My guest today is my dear friend, Razi Berry, who is the founder and publisher of the journal Naturopathic Doctor News & Review as well as the premier consumer-based website of naturopathic medicine, NaturalPath.net. Razi is also the host of … Continue reading 283: A Whole-Person Approach to Health With Naturopath Razi Berry ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J News flash… sometimes I get stuck in a rut when I’m making dinner. It’s a struggle to come up with different side dishes instead of always relying on the same ones. This creamy lemon tarragon zucchini is a different way to use zucchini and makes a nice change. Zucchini Anyone? I like to garden and try … Continue reading Creamy Lemon Tarragon Zucchini ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J My friend Kelly LeVeque posted a quote a while back that speaks to why it seems so difficult to find balance and feel like a good mom in today’s world: How to be a good mom in the modern world: Make sure your children’s academic, emotional, psychological, mental, spiritual, physical, nutritional and social needs are … Continue reading Balance Is a Moving Target for Moms: How I Hit It (Sometimes) ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J My family really enjoys the flavors of Indian food. We made coconut curry chicken in the Instant Pot several times over the winter, but this summer we tried some grilled Indian dishes. This hariyali chicken tikka recipe is one we loved and made again and again. What Is Hariyali Chicken Tikka? As far as I … Continue reading Hariyali Chicken Tikka Recipe ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I’ve covered the topic of drinking coffee, and if it’s healthy or not, in this post, but there’s actually another way to benefit from coffee. Coffee enemas may sound scary and unsanitary, but they’re incredibly beneficial for many health issues. Here I cover what’s up with coffee enemas, potential risks, and how we can benefit … Continue reading What’s the Deal With Coffee Enemas? ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Those ready-made disinfecting wipes in the plastic containers can be so convenient for sanitizing and eliminating messes. Our family doesn’t use toxic conventional cleaners, and with a large family the cost of natural store-bought cleaners adds up fast. These natural disinfecting wipes are super simple to throw together and are a safe, effective solution to clean surfaces … Continue reading How to Make Natural Disinfecting Wipes for Home Cleaning ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Whipped cream is a fun and delicious addition to so many drinks, desserts, and breakfasts, but it’s not really an option for those that don’t consume dairy. Fortunately, it’s possible to make delicious dairy-free coconut whipped cream that tastes better than anything out of a can. How to Make Dairy-Free Whipped Cream Dairy-free whipped cream is made … Continue reading Dairy-Free Coconut Whipped Cream Recipe ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Today’s fascinating guest is Garrett Salpeter, dubbed a “health engineer” by many. He invented a patented device that makes the benefits of neuro bioelectric stimulation more accessible to everyone. His system for improving the body (starting with the brain) is called NeuFit (think “neurological fitness”). This device and his program has helped people in chronic pain … Continue reading 282: An Electric Approach to Fitness, Rehabilitation, and Brain Health With NeuFit ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Though my family has chosen to homeschool for various reasons, we’re not immune to the influx of illness as school begins. The cooler days have us staying inside a bit more and our trips veer away from outdoor adventures and shift toward library trips, homeschool co-ops, and other places where germs love to hang out. Looking … Continue reading Immune-Boosting Routine for Sending Kids Back to School ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Like beets, kale is a super nutrient-dense food, but not always a kid favorite. It’s taken a good amount of recipe testing to come up with uses for kale that my family enjoys. My kids don’t much like kale in stir-fries or cooked dishes, but they really like this crispy kale chips recipe! All About … Continue reading Crispy Baked Kale Chips Recipe ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I’ve had a running list in my phone of tips I found that saved me time or money (or made my life much easier). My hope was to work them into posts so I could share them, but the list was getting longer and I was having trouble fitting a bunch of random helpful tips … Continue reading Mommy Hacks – Tips for Improved Efficiency ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Elderberries are one of my most-used go-to remedies for cooler months. The dried berries of the Sambucus nigra plant are naturally high in immune-boosting compounds that are specifically shown to help beat the cold and flu more quickly. They can be used to make a variety of remedies, and my favorite is this simple elderberry … Continue reading How to Make Elderberry Syrup (Potent Cold + Flu Remedy) ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J One of the best parts about hosting a podcast is meeting so many amazing people who push themselves to be their best and influence the world. My guest today, Joel Runyon, has one of those stories! Joel is the creator of one of the best paleo and keto resources out there, called Ultimate Paleo Guide … Continue reading 281: Building Resiliency, Mindset and Doing the Impossible With Joel Runyon ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J This pineapple upside down cake recipe was inspired by my oldest son who asked for a breakfast other than omelets or frittatas made with leftovers. I wanted to create a breakfast recipe that would have the muffin/bread feel without the flour or added sugar. This pineapple upside down cake was the result, and I’ve gotta say, … Continue reading Paleo Pineapple Upside Down Cake ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J If you’ve been around for a while, you know I love natural remedies as a first step to fighting common ailments. One ailment that affects women (and moms in general) fairly often is urinary tract infections. Whether caused by pregnancy, intimacy, or nothing at all, many women suffer from them and are looking for a solution … Continue reading Home Remedies to Help Stop a Urinary Tract Infection ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I’ll admit — I am not naturally a morning person and if I didn’t have a family to take care of, my morning routine would probably look something like this: Wake up when I feel like it, shower (alone without kids asking for breakfast), take supplements, drink coffee, go for a walk, eat breakfast, then … Continue reading How to Create a Morning Routine (That Lasts) ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I don’t know about you, but I love roasted veggies. A drizzle of oil, some seasoning, and a roast in the oven just seems to bring out so much flavor! I’ve made a roasted vegetable salad, roasted beet and arugula salad, and even roasted cabbage slices. This recipe for garlic roasted romanesco is so simple to make … Continue reading Garlic Roasted Romanesco ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Sugar is almost unavoidable in our modern society, but it has a huge impact on our health. That’s why many are looking for sugar alternatives. But artificial sweeteners aren’t any better! Monk fruit extract is an alternative to these sweeteners. It’s low in calories and may be a good choice for those avoiding sugar and … Continue reading Monk Fruit Extract: Healthy or Latest Food Fad? ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Lime is such a refreshing taste, which is why it’s in many of my favorite summertime recipes (like this iced lime and dandelion tea). Key lime pie is one of my favorite desserts, and when made this way, it is healthy enough to eat for breakfast. The History of a Pie Key limes are different … Continue reading Healthy Key Lime Pie Recipe ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I am here with Dr. Mary Bove, and you guys are going to love her! She’s a naturopathic doctor and midwife with advanced training in phytotherapy and herbal medicine. She practiced naturopathic family medicine and midwifery for 25 years and even authored one of the go-to references on the subject, The Encyclopedia of Natural Healing … Continue reading 280: Using Adaptogens & Herbal Supplements to Manage Stress (Even for Kids) With Gaia Herbs ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J You likely know that mercury, lead, and other heavy metals are not great for the body and can cause a host of issues. But whether or not fluoride is safe (or effective) is more controversial. Is Fluoride Beneficial? In the early part of the twentieth century, it was discovered that small communities who had higher … Continue reading Is Fluoride Bad for You? Effects for Thyroid & Body ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J It’s no secret that we love southwest flavors in my family. This salsa verde recipe is a perfect addition to a variety of our favorite recipes, such as my lettuce-wrapped tacos. How to Make Roasted Salsa Verde Salsa verde is a salsa made with tomatillos and various peppers as well as aromatics like garlic and onion … Continue reading Perfect Roasted Salsa Verde ...