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 […]
Author: The Holistic Mama
7 Signs You are Chronically Dehydrated
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 […]
Superfood Gourmet Mustard Recipe
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, […]
Orange Vanilla Salad Dressing
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 […]
Elderberry Syrup Benefits & How to Make Elderberry Syrup
2 Elderberry syrup benefits are plentiful and it can help you with a wide range of illnesses. It is a a powerful herbal preparation that helps with colds and the flu.. It has been used for centuries because of the support it provides during an illness. We now know this is because of its high level […]
How to Make a Herb Infused Oil
Herb infused oil is one of the basic recipes needed to create salves, oil serums, body butters and more. You can make a herbal infused oil by soaking dried herbs in a carrier oil. An herbal oil infusion extracts all the active fat soluble ingredients from the herb into the carrier oil so you can […]
How to Make Garlic Ear Oil
2140 2 What exactly is garlic ear oil? This remedy was something I learned about when I was a student at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. One of our teachers at IIN was Dr. John Douillard who is an expert in Ayurveda and a Father to six children. Dr. Douillard talked a lot about things he does on a […]
Should You Exfoliate Acne Prone Skin
1 Is it a good idea to exfoliate acne prone skin? The quick answer is, yes. Exfoliation is an important part of any healthy skin care routine. The good news is it can be done in a completely natural way without the use of any harsh chemical products. There are two ways to exfoliate – physical exfoliation and […]
Easy Dairy-Free Kefir
Hydrating Herbal Teas
Hydrating herbal teas are healthy drinks to help beat dehydration. On a hot summer day or after a workout in any season, sometimes water alone just doesn’t cut it. If you have noticed that sometimes water is not enough, you are on to something. Drinking water is incredibly important to maintain good health but sometimes […]