What to do with an abundance of cucumbers? Make sweet refrigerator pickles! There are a two ways to make pickles, either with vinegar or with a salt brine. Salt brine fermented pickles are equally delicious in a totally different way. Salt brine pickles are fermented and have a sour flavor. They offer the added health […]
13 1 Most Americans today are magnesium deficient. This is mainly due to the “standard American diet,” the quality of our food sources, and inefficiencies in the GI tract. Magnesium is essential for over 300 different chemical reactions in the body, including maintaining your energy level, helping you relax, and sustaining the health of your heart and blood […]
If you are dealing with this uncomfortable condition, the good news is there are some natural solutions for eczema. In some cases, it can be related to diet. Stubborn reoccurring cases are a sign that there could be a food intolerance. En eczema rash is a reaction to a food that does not agree with […]
2 Want an easy homemade mouthwash recipe? This recipe is healthy and tastes good enough for children to use. Why would you want to make your own mouthwash? Well, when I took my first child to a (conventional) dentist I asked her if she thought mouthwash was a good idea for kids. She said no, which […]
11 Should you buy a kids non-toxic mattress? Most naturally minded parents have at least considered purchasing a non-toxic mattress for their child. It is a topic that has become pretty well known in the last few years. The reality is, it’s a big purchase and no one wants to waste money on gimmicks or kids product trends […]
Most Americans are chronically dehydrated. In today’s modern busy lifestyle it’s very easy to forget simple, yet vital, habits like drinking enough water. If you drink coffee, the problem is even bigger. Caffeinated and sweetened beverages won’t help your cause, they just keep you in a constant state of dehydration. Dehydration is not just an […]
Looking for a gourmet mustard recipe? This one couldn’t be easier. Gourmet mustard is a tasty addition to a sandwich, salad dressing or marinade but did you know it’s also a super food? Add mustard to your favorite dishes as a condiemnt to take adventage of it’s health benefits. Mustard seeds contain many micronutrients. Including Phosphorous, […]
1 A guaranteed way to make your green salads more interesting is to find a handful of really tasty salad dressing recipes your family enjoys. This recipe uses whole oranges so it’s packed with vitamins. The citrus flavor is fresh and works well with many salad toppings. If you need a sugar free dressing, leave out […]