Everybody poops right? Constipation in kids isn't a thing that actually happens. Wrong? Everybody should poop is the more accurate statement. And yes, constipation happens to everyone. As every parent comes to understand, the elimination habits of children becomes somewhat of an obsession. No, not for the child but for the parents. Toddler constipation is one of the most searched for terms when it comes to kids and poop. That's because more and more babies, toddlers, and children ... continue reading...
Why Do My Ferments Keep Getting Mold?
Let's talk about mold today shall we? It seems as though there is a school of thought in the world of fermentation that mold is no big deal. I see many supposed fermentation experts claim that it is perfectly fine to just scrape any visible mold right off the top of your ferment. But is this really ok? The short answer is NO WAY! The long answer is….well, long. Sort of. So here we go! Let's take a look at mold on fermented food. What is Mold? Molds are microscopic fungi that live ... continue reading...
Coconut Oil For Lice
Head lice infestation (pediculosis), one of the most common contagious childhood diseases, is caused by barely visible insects found almost exclusively on the human scalp. Contrary to popular belief, head lice infestation has little to do with personal hygiene. In fact, head lice are totally non-discriminating and can infest people of any lifestyle, age, race, or socio-economic status. However, it is a serious public health problem because some lice can carry organisms that cause other ... continue reading...
Lavender Oil For Burns + A DIY Burn Salve
Did you know that lavender oil is known as the "universal oil?" If in doubt, use lavender essential oil. It is a known antiseptic, antibacterial, sedative, anti-inflammatory oil and no family or home should be without it. Since I have been using essential oils, I can't imagine my life without a little lavender at the ready. When we have a cut or a burn, we run for our lavender oil. Lavender essential oil for burns has a long history. Greeks and Romans used lavender oil for burns in ... continue reading...
333 Uses For Coconut Oil – The Ultimate Guide On How To Use Coconut Oil!
Coconut Oil. It's many uses and benefits have been praised, then vilified, then praised again. That's why I love to write about it so much. It truly is a fascinating oil with so much to offer! As I continue on my own quest for knowledge about health and wellness, I have remained committed to learning more and more about how to use coconut oil. I have spent countless hours reading through all of the comments made about my coconut oil posts. I have researched far and wide. And what I bring to ... continue reading...
165 + Uses for the Coconut Palm Tree
Coconut oil gets all the love these days. This is not surprising as it has hundreds of uses. But what about the rest of the coconut palm tree? 100% of the coconut palm tree is usable! Every little nook and cranny of the coconut palm tree can be used for something. Today, I would like to take you on a little journey of some of the most interesting ways in which you can use all the parts of a coconut palm tree. Ready? Here we go! 165+ Uses For The Coconut Palm Tree Coconut ... continue reading...
Edible Art Supply Recipes
Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and even school aged children are known for their love of arts and crafts. The messier they are the better. Messy arts and crafts sometimes mean that little fingers full of paint, glue, clay, or other materials end up in the mouth. Sometimes the art supplies themselves end up in the mouth. I don't know about you, but I absolutely do not want any synthetic concoctions, chemicals, or questionable substances entering my little girl's precious body. My ... continue reading...
Coconut Oil For Acne
The subject of acne is a rather complicated one. You see, most of us probably believe that acne is caused by an infected sebum gland under the skin. While this is not wrong, it is also not the entire story. Acne really begins in the gut. An imbalanced or "leaky" gut manifests itself in all kinds of fun ways, acne being one of them. So don't assume that your pimples are just a result of oily skin, overuse of pore clogging products, or a less than stellar skin care routine. You can do your ... continue reading...
Healing Crystals For Children
Children are deeply rooted in and connected to the natural world. Crystals are a key element of the natural world and play an important role in physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. Children have a profound and innate connection to the healing attributes and energies of stones and crystals so much so that they naturally gravitate towards these at a very young age. Yet so many children are not encouraged to explore the healing powers of these natural elements. Gemstones and crystals have ... continue reading...
Natural Bug Spray Recipe – 4 To Choose From
It's Summertime- that means, GET OUT THE NATURAL BUG SPRAY! I love summer time, don't you? The sun shining down, the fresh air, outdoor parties, daylight savings time and with all of that fun comes the mosquitoes, deer flies, no see ‘ems, and other pesky insects looking for their next meal… you! When you think of bug spray, what normally comes to mind? I think of Deet, or Off. I think that is probably what the average consumer thinks of as well. This summer, instead of reaching for ... continue reading...
Oxalates and Juicing
Oxalic Acid (aka Oxalates) are naturally-occurring substances found in plants, animals, and in humans. In chemical terms, oxalates belong to a group of molecules called organic acids, and are routinely made by plants, animals, and humans. Our bodies always contain oxalates, and our cells routinely convert other substances into oxalates. For example, vitamin C is one of the substances that our cells routinely convert into oxalates. In addition to the oxalates that are made inside of our body, ... continue reading...
Coconut Oil and Cholesterol
Let's talk about cholesterol shall we? How about coconut oil and cholesterol? Come on…don't be scared. Despite what you have been brainwashed into thinking, cholesterol is your friend not your enemy. It's really very good stuff! Many people believe that cholesterol is some sort of saturated fat since it is mentioned casually alongside saturated fats in conversation. In fact, cholesterol is not a fat at all. It is this cool waxy substance created IN our bodies from small molecules of acetate ... continue reading...
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