I’m always looking at improving what I cook and how I cook it. In some cases, there are only so many ways you can do things…like scrambled eggs. That’s a pretty cut and dry cooking technique. However, other foods, like beef for example, have unlimited options when it comes to creating culinary masterpieces. With beef you can grill it, roast it, pan fry it, slow cook it, sear it, broil it, smoke it, boil it, and so on. Different cuts turn out better if prepared in certain ways but in general, ... continue reading...
Savory Pumpkin Meatloaf
No fancy intro needed for this recipe! Basically, I took my favorite meatloaf recipe and kicked it up a notch by adding in some pumpkin. The results were AMAZING! This is a favorite recipe in the Hybrid Rasta house. We rarely have leftovers. Enjoy this savory pumpkin meatloaf! Oh, if you are looking for some pumpkin recipe ideas, check out all of my pumpkin recipes! There are some pretty awesome ideas there. ... continue reading...
Which Coconut Oil To Use And Why
In the past 10 years of blogging, I have racked up a lot of emails with questions from my readers. Coconut oil is the #1 topic I get asked about and while I have addressed some of my most popular questions in past blog posts, there is one question I have yet to address publicly. Which Coconut Oil To Use and Why I chuckled when I realized that I never really told you what brands of coconut oil I use and love. I have vetted over two dozen different brands of coconut oil and while ... continue reading...
Natural Remedies For Sinus Infection
You can't hide from colds, viruses, and nasal congestion forever. At some point we all get sick. Unfortunately, some of these pesky illnesses will create the perfect environment for a sinus infection to take root. Ugg. While the standard course of action involves antibiotics, not all sinus infections warrant this approach. So what is the alternative? Herbs of course! Unfortunately, my only experience with a sinus infection resulted in needing a decent dose of antibiotics. I didn’t know ... continue reading...
Ward Off Colds, Flues, & Nasty Viruses With This Immune Boosting Soup
Colds and flues and other nasty viruses run rampant this time of year. That’s why it is important to do as much as you can to strengthen your immune system as well as your children's immune system. While there are a lot of herbs, teas, and supplements that you can pump your body full of, there are also some amazing recipes that are chalk full of immune boosting goodness. Chinese infused recipes seem to almost always pack the biggest punch immunity wise. It is usually because of the strong ... continue reading...
Natural Ways To Get Rid Of Moths For Good
As cooler weather approaches and the woolen garments come out, moths become quite the nuisance. These of course are not the only moths to worry about. Pantry moths are a year round pest. Getting rid of moths naturally can be a bit of a challenge. Moths are clever. Really clever. And resilient. They lay their eggs in your carpet which actually affords them quite a bit of protection. You have to get creative with how you go about trying to get rid of moths. Traditional ways to get rid of ... continue reading...
What You Need To Know About Ear Infections
Middle ear infection, or otitis media, is one of the most common childhood afflictions, impacting up to 90 percent of children at least once before the age of 10.1 In most cases, ear infections clear up easily on their own and pose little long-term consequences. But in some children, the infections become chronic, which may describe an ear infection that does not heal or recurring ear infections in a short period of time. This can cause temporary hearing loss, which also potentially poses a ... continue reading...
Are You Washing Your Hair Wrong?
Long ago and far away I believed that my hair would only get squeaky clean if I washed it every single day with a fancy shampoo that claimed all sorts of stuff about its super powers. Said shampoo would lather into a headful of bubbles which meant it must be working, right? What always perplexed me was why my hair looked so “blah” even with the fancy shampoos and why, after just a few hours, it was an oily mess on my head. Oh, and let’s not forget the dandruff. How was I getting dandruff with ... continue reading...
6 Ways To Get Rid Of Flies Naturally
The end of summer/beginning of fall marks the tidal wave of flies attempting to make their way indoors. Flies, like other insects, seek shelter during the winter and what better place than a climate controlled home with plenty of food? Flies aren’t very sneaky. They barge right in whenever they get the chance. Open a door and whoosh – in comes a fly. Even if you do manage to keep your house sealed up tight, chances are, flies will still find their way in through small gaps under outside doors ... continue reading...
This Seasonal Pumpkin Hummus Will Have You Licking The Bowl
Hummus is one of those foods that doesn't exactly fall into a "food category" for me. It can be served as a dip, a sauce or topping, eaten alone or spread onto most any bread product. It can be a snack, a side dish, or a main meal. Heck, if you make it right, it can even be a dessert. Hummus is actually one of my late-night snack go-tos. If I am feeling like I need a little something before bed, this is the nutritional powerhouse I gravitate towards. Always, Seeing that it is pumpkin ... continue reading...
Support Seasonal Wellness With Immune Boosting Herbs
Fall, winter, spring, summer... these days it doesn't much matter what season it is! Seasonal wellness is a year round marathon with germ obstacles popping up right and left! So just how can a natural minded person support season wellness? Easy... Support Seasonal Wellness With Immune Boosting Herbs I firmly believe in the power of herbs to help support your immune system. While you might not stave off every single illness that you are exposed to, you certainly give yourself a better ... continue reading...
What You Need To Know About Candles and Cats, Dogs, and Other Pets
Who doesn't love the comfort, beauty, and aroma of a candle? Candles are lovely to burn, but traditional candles are not only toxic to humans, but can be even more so to pets. Candles are often associated with wellness, but the reality is exactly the opposite. Though candles can pose an obvious fire hazard around pets or danger to pets if consumed, I'm talking about the dangers associated with the toxins released when we burn a candle as intended. Do you know why you should worry about ... continue reading...
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