If there was a "Jack of All Trades" award for veggies it would have to go to cauliflower. I mean, It's not like eggplant stand in for pizza crust, fried rice, and even mashed potatoes. The secret, of course, lies in its neutral flavor, which works well with all kinds of seasoning options. In this oven roasted [...] Continue Reading
Vitamin E Supplements: Healthy Or Harmful?
Vitamin E supplements have been touted as the secret to youthful skin, a healthy heart, and more, but many organizations including The American Heart Association say they "may do more harm than good." (1) In this post we'll dive into why, starting with this article from Harvard Medical School: Today vitamin E is one of the most [...] Continue Reading
Easy Chocolate Avocado Pudding Recipe (Paleo, Dairy-Free)
Silky smooth, creamy and totally satisfying, this chocolate avocado pudding is one of my favorite easy dessert recipes. Made with wholesome ingredients that are rich in healthy fats, magnesium and other nutrients, it's so much more delicious (and nourishing) than the boxed stuff found on store shelves. As you probably guessed by the title, [...] Continue Reading
3 Homemade Hair Detangler Recipes
Inside: Natural hair care doesn’t have to be complicated! Here are three homemade hair detangler recipes that are inexpensive and simple to make, plus what to buy if you don’t want to DIY. Has your mother ever threatened offered to shave your head? Mine has. You guys, this is a woman who didn’t raise her voice when I wrecked her [...] Continue Reading
Dairy-Free Caramel Sauce Recipe (Paleo, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free)
"Can I make this with coconut milk?" <-- That's the most common question I've received about this quick caramel dip since I first posted it. And the answer is absolutely . . . with a few tweaks. This dairy-free caramel sauce is super easy to make, lusciously thick, and full of caramel goodness. Here are some of my favorite ways to [...] Continue Reading
16 Healthy Game Day Recipes
I don't normally share my google search history, but this one pretty much sums up everything I know about sports: "When does the Super Bowl start?""Who is playing in the Super Bowl?"Is Super Bowl one word or two?" I do know a thing or two about food, though, so when game day rolls around I "participate" by making a few snacks. Okay, a [...] Continue Reading
10 Benefits of Reishi Mushrooms + Beginner Recipes
Sometimes referred to as the “mushroom of immortality,” reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) has traditionally been used to promote vitality, support immune function, increase stress resilience, improve mental clarity and more. It contains approximately 400 bioactive compounds that work together to deliver therapeutic benefits and is one of the most studied [...] Continue Reading
14 Ways To Reduce Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) in Your Home
After 717 days of looking, my husband and I recently closed on a home. I can't even describe how excited I am to organize my kitchen, hang my kids artwork, and set up my sauna, but it's going to have to wait a little longer. Because although it's awesome in so many ways (low EMF, no mold issues, and big kitchen window where I can grow [...] Continue Reading
