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288: Breakthrough Solutions for Anxiety, Depression and PTSD With Apollo Founder Dr. David Rabin

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I’m going to go ahead and say it: this is one of my favorite interviews I’ve ever done to date! You definitely need an open mind for this one. We’re talking about a breakthrough technology could change the way we manage, treat, and actually fix things like anxiety, treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, and other conditions. I’m … Continue reading 288: Breakthrough Solutions for Anxiety, Depression and PTSD With Apollo Founder Dr. David Rabin ...

Crock Pot (or Instant Pot) Meatloaf Recipe

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Reading Time: 3 minutes Love it or hate it (we love it!) meatloaf is a classic comfort food. This is a great versatile base recipe that works in the slow cooker or Instant Pot to keep things simple. I can either pop it in the slow cooker early in the day, or toss it in the Instant Pot half an hour … Continue reading Crock Pot (or Instant Pot) Meatloaf Recipe ...

Best Natural and Non-Toxic Toys for Kids

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Reading Time: 7 minutes It wasn’t until I had my first child that I ever really thought about the ingredients used to make many common household objects or their potential dangers. Once I had a little one who completely relied on me for his safety, I started to really research what was in common items like cleaners, scented candles, and … Continue reading Best Natural and Non-Toxic Toys for Kids ...

Guide to Healthy Protein Sources

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Second to fat, protein is one of the most misunderstood and sometimes vilified sources of nourishment. Protein can be obtained from a large variety of foods, but many disagree as to the healthiest sources of protein and how much we really need. Some prefer to get their daily allowance from meat, others from soy, others … Continue reading Guide to Healthy Protein Sources ...

Baked Coconut Shrimp With Piña Colada Sauce

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Before switching over to a real food lifestyle, I used to love coconut shrimp. I figured there had to be a delicious healthy version I could make at home. Luckily, this one worked out within the first couple tries and couldn’t be easier! So here it is… straight from what I like to call “The Mess … Continue reading Baked Coconut Shrimp With Piña Colada Sauce ...

287: How to Create and Rekindle Passion & Libido in Relationships With Susan Bratton

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Today we take a bit of detour from the usual topics to one that is deeply personal and probably not talked about enough. We’re discussing sex, libido, and intimacy, all rolled into one… and I think we all know this can be an interesting area to navigate post-motherhood! If you don’t already know about my … Continue reading 287: How to Create and Rekindle Passion & Libido in Relationships With Susan Bratton ...

Are Essential Oils Safe for Pets?

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J In healthy living circles, essential oil use is often an everyday thing. It seems like there’s no harm with jumping on the bandwagon! Essential oils are natural and have amazing benefits, so they must be safe to diffuse at will and slather all over your body daily, right? You might guess that my answer to … Continue reading Are Essential Oils Safe for Pets? ...

Benefits and Uses of Horsetail (Shavegrass)

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I’ve been using herbs and herbal preparations for years now to treat mild issues at home. Horsetail (also called shavegrass) is an herb that I always keep in the herb cabinet (which is what I have instead of a medicine cabinet!). It has been my go-to for hair, skin, and nail health but I am still … Continue reading Benefits and Uses of Horsetail (Shavegrass) ...

Roasted Garlic Salad Dressing

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I recently posted a simple recipe for making roasted garlic. It is amazing! I just can’t get enough. I probably give off a garlicky enough aura to protect my whole household from vampires. Anyway, I promised in that post to share my recipe for roasted garlic salad dressing… and here it is! Garlic: The New Kitchen … Continue reading Roasted Garlic Salad Dressing ...

286: Create a Dashboard for Your Life With Dan Pardi From Human OS

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dr. Dan Pardi is a researcher at Stanford University in California and at Leiden University in the Netherlands who specializes in studying lifestyle factors like sleep, exercise, and diet. He is the CEO of Human OS, an app designed to take a healthy lifestyle to the next level, hour by hour. This is not your … Continue reading 286: Create a Dashboard for Your Life With Dan Pardi From Human OS ...

Help! Am I Addicted to Food?

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J While food is an important part of life, our food habits can sometimes be unhealthy (like eating at night!). Food is a source of nourishment and pleasure but sometimes eating can move past a pleasurable part of life and move into addiction territory. Is Food Addiction Real? Evidence suggests that food addiction is very real, … Continue reading Help! Am I Addicted to Food? ...

How to Detox Your Armpits

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J So, in case the title didn’t give it away, today’s post is on an interesting topic, but hear me out before judging! I get a lot of questions from people who try my homemade deodorant and have issues with rashes or odor or excessive sweat. I’ve found that magnesium spray deodorant can be a good alternative, … Continue reading How to Detox Your Armpits ...

Coconut Flour Waffles (Gluten Free & Dairy Optional)

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J When we went grain free, I thought I had given up the waffle iron forever. Instead we ate a lot of variations of frittatas and breakfast casseroles or repurposed leftovers. The waffle iron sat in our attic for a year until the kids asked if we could make waffles again. I played around with a lot of … Continue reading Coconut Flour Waffles (Gluten Free & Dairy Optional) ...

285: How to Have a Miracle Morning and Organize Your Day With Hal Elrod

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I am a huge believer in the power of a story, and the one my guest today is about to share has several almost unbelievable chapters. Hal Elrod is known for his incredible ability to shine light on even some of the darkest tragedies, of which he’s experienced several in his own life. His book … Continue reading 285: How to Have a Miracle Morning and Organize Your Day With Hal Elrod ...

What Is Shilajit and Is It Worth Drinking?

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Shilajit is a rock exudate, meaning a tar-like substance resulting from the breakdown of minerals and plant matter over a long period of time. Although it sounds rather bizarre, studies are finding that shilajit is an incredible source of healthful fulvic and humic acids, among other benefits. For thousands of years, shilajit has been a … Continue reading What Is Shilajit and Is It Worth Drinking? ...

How to Make Perfect Roasted Garlic

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Garlic is one of my favorite ingredients for flavoring food. I use it fresh in all kinds of dishes. I also use garlic powder so frequently that I make it myself. So when I found out that roasted garlic was a thing, I knew I had to give it a try. Roasted Garlic: So Easy to … Continue reading How to Make Perfect Roasted Garlic ...

DIY Room-Freshening Pumpkin Spice Spray

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I have a confession to make… I wasn’t always a fan of the pumpkin spice craze that would hit when Fall rolled around. Your tastes really must change as you get older, because now it’s not uncommon to find me eating pumpkin pie (unsweetened) while sipping a pumpkin spice latte! Of course, pumpkin spice candles … Continue reading DIY Room-Freshening Pumpkin Spice Spray ...

Instant Pot Pressure Cooker: Review + Recipes

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Over the last few years, I’ve been simplifying and reducing the tools and appliances in our kitchen and only keeping the ones we use often. In fact, our kitchen now has a simple assortment of unusual appliances and tools that we use every day. One appliance that has definitely earned its place on the list … Continue reading Instant Pot Pressure Cooker: Review + Recipes ...

Quick, Healthy & Easy Meal Ideas to Save Your Weeknight

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I try to keep systems in place to organize my life and make sure things get done (homeschooling, cooking, blogging, travel, etc.). But I’m just like anyone else in that sometimes things pop up that interfere with my carefully laid plans. Out of necessity, over the years I’ve come up with quick, easy and healthy … Continue reading Quick, Healthy & Easy Meal Ideas to Save Your Weeknight ...

284: Why Healthcare Sharing May Be the Future of Medicine With KNEW Health

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J There is a huge range of opinions when it comes to discussing the current state of healthcare, but one opinion seems almost universal: something needs to change! My guest today, James Maskell, is a rising star one in the health community and a true innovator for positive change. He has spent over 10 years now innovating … Continue reading 284: Why Healthcare Sharing May Be the Future of Medicine With KNEW Health ...