Healthy Foods

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I absolutely love the flavors of a Philly cheesesteak. Soft, toasty bread, tender beef, and melty cheese. Mmmm… I first had Philly cheesesteak when we visited my aunt and her family in Philadelphia. Let’s just say it wasn’t a grain-free or sugar-free trip. When we got back home I wanted to find a way to enjoy the flavors … Continue reading Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Today we’re going to switch things up and have a Q&A episode to cover some of the great questions I get from all of you. We’ll cover some timely topics like virtual schooling and homeschooling on a budget, as well as health-related topics I have been talking about for a while, like why I make … Continue reading 378: Q&A: Health on a Budget, Virtual Schooling, Screen Time, Self Care, Eczema & Giving Blood ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Aside from whole grains, vegetable oils and margarine are some of the most misunderstood and over-recommended foods in the health community. You’ve probably heard these referred to as “heart-healthy oils,” a good alternative to those “artery-clogging saturated fats.” Only one problem…. science doesn’t back these claims up! Vegetable oils are found in practically every processed … Continue reading Why You Should Never Eat Vegetable Oil or Margarine ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Rainy days, long afternoons…  sometimes we mamas need a trusty list of fun kids’ activities! A homemade finger paint recipe deserves to make the list. This version can be as simple as two ingredients. Even better, it’s totally edible and non-toxic if they just happen to eat some! Why Homemade Finger Paint? I usually opt for … Continue reading Homemade Finger Paint Recipe ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J During quarantine, I’ve heard from many of you asking for help with cravings and weight gain caused by stress and the emotional toll all of this is taking. To that end I brought in Brittany Watkins, one of my favorite people for advice on natural ways to stop emotional eating, control food cravings, and end … Continue reading 377: How to Overcome Stress, Cravings & Weight Gain With The Watkins Method ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I’ve been using coconut products for years and now you can find everything from coconut cream to coconut flour in your grocery store baking aisle. Coconut milk is a wonderful alternative to pasteurized cow’s milk or to rice, almond, soy, or other plant-based milk, and you can find this at most stores as well. Unfortunately, … Continue reading Homemade Coconut Milk Recipe ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J She’s back! If you listened to her other podcast episode, you already know how much I love Carol Garner-Houston. Her ideas have influenced me as a parent and homeschool teacher, not to mention in business. Carol is a licensed occupational therapist who has been helping adults and children for the last 25 years. She is … Continue reading 376: How to Use Everyday Activities to Rewire the Brain for Calmer Kids With Brain Harmony ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Are you instantly overwhelmed by the sheer number of items on your to-do list? Are to-dos and appointments slipping through the cracks? Are you a mom wearing many hats, always struggling to keep yourself pointed in the right direction? Do you have a fair amount of flexibility in your life/school/work and need to create your … Continue reading How to Optimize Your Life With a Simple Block Schedule ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J It wasn’t one of the first health hacks I tried, but it’s impossible to ignore the stress-reducing benefits of using the breath to calm the body. Max Gomez is my guest today, and he’s the co-founder and CEO of Breathwrk, a wellness company dedicated to teaching people breathing exercises for stress reduction, anti-anxiety, and more … Continue reading 375: How to Breathe the Right Way (& Why It Matters!) With Max Gomez From Breathwrk ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I love using herbs and spices to support the body in healing itself. Maca root is a favorite because it’s so supportive of the body’s production of hormones. Since hormones rule a lot of the body’s processes, maca is a great natural supplement for female hormone support. Maca: A Root for Almost Anything Maca root … Continue reading Maca Root Benefits for Hormones, Fertility & More ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I love the light, freshness of Caprese salad, especially when I have more tomatoes and basil in the garden than I know what to do with! However, it isn’t very high in protein or fat, two things our family makes sure to get in the morning. Enter the Caprese omelet! What Is Caprese? Caprese is an … Continue reading Tomato & Basil Caprese Omelet Recipe ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J This episode is a must listen, I would say, especially for women and moms. I’m here with Diana Rogers, who is a licensed, registered dietician with a focus on real foods. She’s the host of the “Sustainable Dish” podcast, a mom of two, and an internationally recognized speaker on topics like sustainability, social justice, animal … Continue reading 374: Sacred Cow: The Case for (Better) Meat (& Methane Explained) With Diana Rodgers ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I always prefer natural remedies at home for cold and flu symptoms if possible. We use a neti pot daily when cold and flu season comes around and it makes a huge difference! This ancient nasal wash technique is incredibly beneficial and can give natural relief for colds, allergies, dryness, and more. I promise it … Continue reading How to Use a Neti Pot for Congestion, Allergies & More ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Not long ago one of our kids broke her leg while playing outside. Luckily, she recovered quickly and was back on her feet in just four weeks. I believe that the natural broken bone remedies that we used helped her leg get better as quickly as possible. How Do Fractures Happen? Bone breaks or fractures … Continue reading Natural Aids for Broken Bone Recovery ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J This episode brings back one of my favorite guests, and one of your favorites as well, because he is one of the most requested repeat guests. I’m here with Ari Whitten, best-selling author and founder of the Energy Blueprint. I have a tremendous amount of respect for his research and look to him for guidance … Continue reading 373: Why Sunlight Is As Important As Nutrition and Exercise for Health & Lifespan With Ari Whitten ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I love oregano for its medicinal qualities as well as its amazing flavor. So whenever I can use it in a recipe, I’m happy to. This Greek salad is a simple way to use oregano and other Greek flavors in a tasty dish that satisfies the whole family. We love making this when the tomatoes and cucumbers … Continue reading My Big Fat Greek Salad ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I recently wrote about how olive oil has become my main dietary source of fat since I took a gene test that showed I don’t do well with saturated fat. Tony is the man behind my favorite brand of olive oil, Kasandrinos International, which he single-sources through family farms in Greece. In this episode we’ll … Continue reading 372: Why Olive Oil Is My Health Secret With Kasandrinos International ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I struggled to lose weight for most of my adult life and only reached a healthy weight within the last couple of years. More importantly, I now feel calm and comfortable in my skin, and don’t spend time or mental energy picking apart the things I don’t like about myself (something that took up most … Continue reading How to Lose Weight: What Worked for Me to Lose 80+ Pounds ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Those scabby, throbbing scabs on the mouth are annoying and painful, not to mention unsightly. Conventional treatments work to suppress the virus, but those drugs come with side effects that may include headache, hives, rash, swelling of the lips, and allergic reaction among other things. Research demonstrates natural cold sore remedies are as effective as … Continue reading Natural Remedies for Cold Sores ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J I’m here with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, a Washington University fellowship-trained physician in nutritional science and geriatrics, and she’s board certified in family medicine and osteopathic manipulation. She also walks the walk. She is in incredible shape. She’s also a mom. And has what seems to be endless energy. And she works closely with special ops … Continue reading 371: How Eating More Protein Will Transform Your Metabolism w/ Dr. Gabrielle Lyon ...

https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Soups have got to be one of my favorite things to make. They fall into that wonderful one-pot meal category — proteins, veggies, everything you need all in one bowl. Granted they don’t always work year round (no one wants to eat a steaming bowl of mulligatawny soup in August), but for several seasons of the … Continue reading Sweet Potato Zuppa Toscana Soup ...