Cinnamon is an herb that practically everyone has heard of (and probably has in the kitchen) but many don’t know its many health benefits and uses. It is an ingredient in my favorite oral health products from OraWellness, and with good reason. This pleasant-tasting herb has a long history both in natural medicine and as a culinary...
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We live in a culture that considers drinking raw milk to be strange and dangerous, but injecting the botulism toxin into our skin (Botox) seems to be a perfectly acceptable way to fight wrinkles. Luckily there are natural ways to fight the signs of aging that don’t involve risky procedures. This rosehip seed oil facial...
Continue Reading...Anti-Aging Rosehip Seed Oil Facial Moisturizer (Better Than Botox)
I know what you’re thinking … meatloaf cupcakes? Have I finally taken it too far?! Granted, frosted meat cupcakes may not sound like a treat, but this recipe takes plain ol’ meat and potatoes and makes them fun and appealing for kids. If you have a picky eater (more on that topic here), you know you need...
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Alzheimer’s disease affects a staggering number of Americans today—5.5 million. Even more shocking, the Alzheimer’s Association estimates that number could increase to 16 million by 2050. In fact, if you live to be age 85, your chances of getting Alzheimer’s is 50/50. It’s not all bad news, though, as my guest today is here to...
Continue Reading...107: Improve Your Brain to Avoid Alzheimer’s, Dementia, & Memory Loss with Dr. Perlmutter
Busy schedules, kids, work, and getting a healthy supper on the table can wear a mama out. It’s easy to go a whole day without taking any time out just to recharge and relax. (I know I’m guilty!) While slipping away for an hour-long soak in the tub may not be practical some days, but how...
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A few times a year, when the kids grow or the seasons change (as they inevitably do), I have to climb into the dark abyss of our attic to find the next sizes of clothes for their capsule wardrobes. Two hours later they all have neatly organized new (hand me down) wardrobes and I’m sneezing...
Continue Reading...How to Make Bielers Vegetable Broth (For Detox & Cleansing)
I used to love taking relaxing salt baths when I first got married. Now, most days, bath time just involves me washing many tiny fingers, toes and heads of hair. No complaints, but definitely not as relaxing! Benefits of Salt Baths Salt baths are great for much more than just relaxation. Of course, a soothing salt...
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I’m excited to say that Katy Bowman is here today! In fact I think she’s the most-requested guest to date, so many of you listening will be especially interested in today’s episode. Katy is the movement mastermind behind the award-winning blog and podcast Katy Says that reaches thousands of people every month. She’s blogged for...
Continue Reading...106: Why to Stop Doing Kegels & Squat Instead with Katy Bowman
Almond milk is a healthy and inexpensive alternative to conventional dairy that you can easily make at home! Statistics show that many people are choosing dairy free milks and other products due to allergies, concerns about sourcing or just taste preference. Why Make Almond Milk? Like virtually every other food or drink, almond milk is both less...
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For the past few months, I’ve been standing in front of a red light therapy lamp for about 5 minutes a day. We ordered the red light therapy system when my husband was recovering from surgery since it helps speed wound healing. Now, I’m loving it for its collagen boosting (*wrinkle reducing*), stretch mark reducing, and...
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It seems like more and more people these days have a tough time managing anxiety. In fact, the Anxiety and Depression Association of America defines anxiety disorders as the most common mental illness in the U.S. Something, somewhere, is off. The pressures of life today are so different from those just a generation or two...
Continue Reading...105: How to Beat Anxiety and Resolve Panic Attacks with Targeted Amino Acids
I’ve shared before how I wash my face with oil and how that has been the best skin care routine I’ve ever used. Some readers commented that they still hadn’t found the right combination of oils for their skin type, so I wanted to share another natural face wash I recently found… Honey… Sound strange?...
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If you’ve watched the news or the weather channel lately there has been a huge amount of natural disasters over the past several months. My heart breaks for all of those affected by the tornados, hurricanes, floods, wildfires, and all the other storms that have caused so many issues. Some of my family members have lost...
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I’m constantly researching tools, resources, and health devices to make our lives easier, healthier, and more enjoyable. One of those resources that I’ve used for years is the Squatty Potty. I first started talking about the Squatty Potty long before they went on Shark Tank and years before they released their viral video about unicorn...
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Epsom salt is one of those things I always keep on hand. It is a good source of magnesium (here’s why we love magnesium) and has dozens of household, beauty and health uses. I often add a bag of epsom salt to my online orders and we keep it in almost every room of our house...
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Pharmacist turned naturopathic doctor Brooke Kalanick uses the best of both natural and conventional methods to help women with PCOS, Hashimoto’s hypothyroidism, perimenopause, menopause, and other female hormone imbalances. I love that Dr. Brooke helps women all over the globe find the root cause of these troubling conditions. Her practice takes a holistic approach to...
Continue Reading...104: Uncovering the Root Causes of PCOS, Endometriosis, and More
I’ve talked before about the link between nutrition and oral health and the ability of teeth to remineralize and regenerate and shared my own experience with reversing a cavity. The approach I used was two-part: addressing mineral levels in the body/saliva and using a natural remineralizing toothpaste that provided minerals to the surface of the...
Continue Reading...Homemade Remineralizing Toothpaste Recipe (Natural + Simple)
