Have you heard about the good kind of brainwashing? It’s not a form of hypnotherapy and no weird soundtracks are involved, but it is a process that is absolutely vital for brain and neurological health. Scientists have puzzled for years over how our brains detoxify, but thanks to a Danish neuroscientist named Maiken Nedergaard we now [...] Continue Reading
Instant Pot Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe
From my front porch I can slip on my flip flops and walk to waterfront restaurants serving gluten-free eats like hummus with veggies, smoothie bowls and kombucha in less than five minutes. If I’m willing to drive a bit I can order a grass-fed burger or pick up paleo donuts. I’m so happy that wholesome ingredients are becoming easier to find on [...] Continue Reading
Easy Overnight Oats Recipe + Tips
My littles aren’t quite so little anymore, which means they sleep longer and start chores without a word from me. In fact, these days I can usually get through half a cup of coffee before anyone even talks to me, which is . . . well, awesome. But while my morning routine is more relaxed these days, our family life is bursting at the seams more [...] Continue Reading
4 Artichoke Leaf Benefits + How To Use It
"Can you grab the giant flower from the veggie aisle?" << You've probably never said this to anyone, but if you've ever asked anyone to pick up an artichoke it's technically true. The plant we commonly know as an artichoke is actually the flower bud of the globe artichoke plant (Cynara scolymus). If allowed to fully bloom, [...] Continue Reading
6 Natural Remedies for Seasonal Allergy Relief
When you think of the transition to spring or fall, does your mind wander to soaking up lots of beneficial sunshine, planting a garden, or maybe sipping on pumpkin spice lattes . . . or do you think of watery eyes and stuffy sinuses? If you've ever spent allergy season trying to remember what it's like to breathe out of more [...] Continue Reading
How To Ripen Bananas Quickly (Oven Method)
So, you’ve fallen for this delicious, chewy gluten-free banana bread and you’ve got it baking on repeat until - bam - you head to the grocery store for supplies and find bananas that are barely ripe enough to eat. Sure, they're perfect for smoothies and overnight oats, but you frown at them a little anyway. Because what you want [...] Continue Reading
5 Way To Support Detox Naturally
I recently received a message about this tea recipe which said something like, "Oh, look, ANOTHER article about an herb or practice that supports detox! You seem kind of obsessed." Well, yeah . . . and no. I do focus a lot on detox, but obsessions are usually based on unreasonable ideas, and prioritizing detox support is completely reasonable. [...] Continue Reading
6 Benefits of Astragalus Root + How To Use It
For thousands of years, the golden roots of the astragalus plant have been revered for their ability to support immune function, longevity, energy levels and more. It's got a mild, nutty, slightly sweet flavor that works well in teas and soups, making it easy to incorporate into your daily routine. Astragalus' Chinese name, huáng qí, [...] Continue Reading
