Pumpkin and I are the dearest of friends. I can't imagine my life without it's sometimes sweet, sometimes savory goodness. It is absolutely a staple in my home! I have many recipe posts already on this site that are dedicated to pumpkin goodness. Interestingly enough, I still get emails asking for my pumpkin puree recipe! Well today I am sharing it. Welcome to my... Easy Peasy Slow Cooker Pumpkin Puree I think you are going to love how this turns out! It take no effort, no time, and mere ... continue reading...
4 Things To Never Do With Your Extra SCOBY
If you make your own Kombucha then chances are you have plenty of extra SCOBY friends hanging around. You might have them hanging out in a SCOBY hotel. Or possibly, you get creative and find other things to do with them. There are quite a few blog posts out there which list all the wonderful things you can do with extra SCOBY... those wonderful bundles of probiotic joy. Some seemed plausible. Others seemed a little out there. But I’m up for most anything and thought I would give some of the ... continue reading...
Jamaican Stewed Chicken and Cabbage
You all know that I loooooove me some Jamaican cooking! It thought it was high time I share one of my favorite ways to prepare Jamaican chicken. I learned this method after visiting Jamaica and it is hands down the best stewed chicken I have ever had. I adjusted the seasonings a bit to suit of family’s tastes but other than that, this is pretty much how they make it in the Savanna-La-Mar area of Jamaica. You will notice that this recipe, like a lot of Jamaican recipes, calls for ... continue reading...
Natural Toothpaste and Unique Teeth Cleaning Recipes
I personally have tried a lot of different natural toothpaste brands and teeth cleaning products over the years. I think I can share with some authority which ones we really love and why. In addition to giving you sound recommendations on products to check out, I will also share a few great recipes if you want to make your own natural toothpaste or tooth powders. Natural Toothpaste We Use and Teeth Cleaning Recipes We Love Redmond Earthpaste – I got a hold of some Redmond Earthpaste ... continue reading...
4 Natural Ways To Get Rid Of Slugs In The Garden
Call me a little off-my-rocker but I LOVE SLUGS. I think they are insanely cute. Their shape, their slime, the way they slowly slink. Ahhh – slugs are just adorable. Until they eat up my garden! Stinkers. Time to get rid of slugs in the garden! My daughter is a lover of all things garden-pest. Therefore, I am not allowed to do anything that would bring harm to ‘her’ slugs. This is fine. I can scoop them up and rehome them in the field behind us. Eventually it won’t be a field. Someone will be ... continue reading...
Kombucha Cocktails – Good For Your Gut!
Living in Arizona I get plenty of long days in the sun. I often crave something besides plain ol’ water, iced herbal tea, or even my usual Kombucha. I don’t sit and drink hard alcohol or beer anymore and wine during warm weather just doesn’t appeal to me. I prefer my wine when the temperatures are cooler! To solve my beverage dilemma, I spent some getting creative in the kitchen using Kombucha as my base. I make tons of it, already love it, so why not tinker with it and take Kombucha to the ... continue reading...
Natural Flea Prevention and Control with Apple Cider Vinegar
Fleas can be a big problem for dogs and cats, especially during summer months, but there is a bigger problem: the commercial chemical-laden treatments that–in my opinion–do more harm than good. Flea collars, sprays, powders, shampoos and the like may be mildly effective, but the dangers outweigh the benefits. As your skin does, your pet's skin absorbs everything you put on it, so topical treatments make their way into the bloodstream. If the products are filled with chemicals (most of them ... continue reading...
The Proper Way To Poop – Three Steps To A Pleasant Pooping Experience
Grunt! Groan! Growl! Push! Squeeze! Pinch! Sound familiar? Is this your typical bathroom experience when it comes to dropping the kids off at the pool?I sure hope not. Sadly though, I suspect that a lot of you reading this are indeed making these noises and working awfully hard just to product one little nugget of poopy goodness. I know how it goes. Been there, done all that. I cringe when I think how I used to believe that this was all normal. Par for the pooping course if you ... continue reading...
How To Get Rid Of Ants + 9 Natural Ways To Prevent Ants
Do you have ants in your pants? Gosh, I sure hope not! But I bet you have ants in other places. Your garden, your patio, your garbage, your kitchen maybe? Want to prevent ants from making a home in your home? I haven’t had an ant inside my house for 11 years. Yes, 11 years. You want to know my secret? Sure you do! Read on and don’t be afraid to click on the product links. They will take you to the products I personally use to prevent ants from invading my living spaces. 9 Natural Ways To ... continue reading...
My Go-To Natural First Aid Kit Supplies
Children or no children, it is important to always have a natural first aid kit close by! You honestly never know when you might need something to treat sudden illness or an unexpected injury. (Are any injuries really expected? Ha!) I have been putting together the final version of my natural first aid kit for several years. It morphed from a pretty typical drugstore kit to an incredibly holistic chest of treasures that I take everywhere with me. And believe you me, it has come in handy more ... continue reading...
How To Make Chocolate Coconut Water
The long, hot days of summer are in full swing. Around my neck of the woods we are getting pummeled with heat that just does not let up. We are all sweating, a lot. It is important to stay hydrated during the heat but sometimes drinking enough liquids gets bit boring. I’m a huge tea and Kombucha fan and of course I drink water, but every so often I need to fun pick me up! My drink of choice? Chocolate Coconut Water Amazon carries a few brands that are on the market and they are tasty ... continue reading...
Coconut Oil for Sun Protection
It is that time of year again. Great weather, lots of sun, long days spent outdoors. This is also the time of year where everyone worries about damage to their skin from exposure to the sun’s harmful rays. Sunscreen flies off the shelves at every store. Moms slather it on their children in thick layers. And this summer, like every summer, harmful chemicals will be absorbed into millions of bodies. This is why I am tackling these important topics: Don’t we need sunscreen and don’t the risks ... continue reading...
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