Written by Liz, Contributing Writer Do you know what water kefir is? Maybe you've seen, bought, or even made the "milk" kind of kefir. But did you know there's another kind made with water? Water kefir is, essentially, soda that's good for you! Enough said, right? Okay, maybe, but you probably want more information. Water kefir is made by culturing sugar water with water kefir grains (that aren't actually grains) and then flavoring that cultured sugar water with fruit or flavor extracts to … [Read more...]
How to Make a Green Smoothie
August 12, 2013 By
Written by Liz, Contributing Writer Leafy greens are an important part of a balanced diet. They are a strong source of vital nutrients including iron, calcium, potassium, vitamin K, and beta-carotene. They are especially important for women, because we are more susceptible to anemia and osteoporosis - diseases resulting from iron deficiency and calcium deficiency, respectively. The USDA recommends we all get at least 3 cups of leafy greens per week...and I don't know about you, but they … [Read more...]
How to Dye Your Hair with Henna {And Why You Should}
July 17, 2013 By
Written by Liz, Contributing Writer As a girl my mother dyed her hair using nothing but raspberries she plucked out of the bushes in her New Jersey backyard. Though simple, the dye worked like a charm, tinting her hair a radiant yet subtle ruby red. And best of all, it was completely natural. Today, I choose to follow in the footsteps of the woman that I have looked up to my entire life – my mother. In honor of her I have decided to dye my hair using all natural henna products. Just … [Read more...]
Easy & Natural Bug Spray
June 10, 2013 By
Written by Liz, Contributing Writer In my multiple trips to the Dominican Republic, I’ve learned a lot. Things like… Plantains are God’s gift to His people. The poverty we deal with in the US is filthy rich compared to that in the rest of the world. And did you know that six people can fit on a moped? (You have to see it to believe it!) But perhaps the most important lesson I’ve learned…I am … [Read more...]
Celebrating Mothers
June 6, 2013 By
Written by Liz, Contributing Writer note from Rachel: Please meet Liz, a new monthly contributor who loves motherhood although she isn't a Mom quite yet. She is learning to embrace motherhood as she helps encourage birthing mothers as a doula. Since the beginning of May we've been inundated with advertisements for the upcoming day that all moms look forward to; Mother's Day. Everywhere we go we are reminded, until it gets annoying, to buy our moms jewelry, flowers and chocolate and to … [Read more...]
Natural Remedy for Croup {Plus an Easy Chest Rub Recipe}
March 20, 2013 By
Written by Jenna, Contributing Writer I have been blessed with four, very healthy sons. Aside from the occasional, short-lived low-grade temp or common headache, my boys are rarely sick. Seriously... (knock-on-wood) we don't get the flu, strep or even the common cold. But there is one thing that all four of my children have gotten a time or two, usually at the change of seasons... CROUP. For my kids, they can be completely fine and out of nowhere, the horrid barking sound comes in the wee … [Read more...]
Guilt Free Apple Crisp
October 24, 2012 By
Photo credit: bookgrl / Foter / CC BY-NC-ND Written by April, Past Writer I love fall desserts, but the trouble with them is that many can be loaded with artificial ingredients and processed sugars. Here is tasty apple crisp recipe made with fresh produce, whole grain and natural sugars ... completely guilt-free! What You Need: 5 medium-large apples, peeled and thinly sliced 2-4 tablespoons coconut sugar 1/2 cup rolled oats 1/4 cup sucanat(ground sugar cane) 1/4 cup … [Read more...]
The Only Meal I Will Make Again and Again
September 5, 2012 By
Written by Jenna, Contributing Writer There is a strange attribute about myself. I cannot explain it. I don't know how or why it has happened to me. Some might say it's odd or weird. Some may become quite annoyed with it. What is it? I cannot make the same meal twice. Yes, you read that right. This woman does not have it within her to create the same meal twice. It is a curse, I think, well, at least my husband thinks so. If anyone has an explanation behind this, I would gladly hear … [Read more...]
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