Here is a great morning smoothie that is packed with antioxidants, vitamins and minerals! Blueberry Kale Smoothie 1/2 Cup Blueberries 1-2 Handfulls Chopped Kale 5-6 Baby Carrots 1/3 Cup Water 1 -2 Tsp Raw Organic Honey 1/2 Cup Ice Cubes Place all ingredients in Vitamix or other blender and blend until smooth. This smoothie, with… Read More
12 Home Remedies For Bee Stings
My daughter got stung by a bee today. We’ve only experienced this once before, so I the first thing I did was check for the stinger, excessive swelling and whether she was experiencing any allergic reactions. Fortunately, she wasn’t but we do have some bee allergies in the family, so better safe than sorry. My… Read More
Lime Sorbet
This Lime Sorbet is sweet, tangy, frosty and refreshing! Perfect for a hot summer day. And, of course, I make it in my Vitamix! This is the single most requested treat in our house and its healthy enough that I will serve it to the kiddos every single day, if asked. Lime Sorbet… Read More
Replace It With Greek Yogurt
There are so many health benefits in eating Greek yogurt. Just a few years ago, you had search for Greek yogurt. Not only is it in every store now, but you have several to choose from. Here are just a few: Higher protein than regular plain yogurt (18-20g vs 8g) Lower sodium than regular… Read More
Chia Seeds
Chia Seeds are rich in antioxidants, fiber, Omega-3, calcium, magnesium, potassium and iron. Sprinkle them on food, add to baked goods or smoothies. Makes a great tapioca-like pudding too! 2 Cups Milk (cow, coconut, or almond) 1/2 Cup Chia Seeds 1 tsp Vanilla 2-3 tbsp Honey or Agave Mix well and chill overnight. Top with… Read More
My Healthy (Gluten Free) Go-To Snack
When I get hungry between meals or have a sweet craving, my go-to snack is 1/2 cup blackberries with a drizzle of organic raw honey and a sprinkle of sliced almonds & organic unsweetened coconut. Its very delicious and satisfying. It tastes like you’re eating a summer dessert. I think its a great alternative to… Read More
Got I.C.E.?
Have you heard about I.C.E.? I don’t know where I’ve been hiding, but last week I heard about I.C.E. for the first time. I’ve seen this before but never bothered to ask about it. I.C.E. stands for In Case of Emergency. People add “I.C.E.” next to their emergency contacts in their cell phones, so in… Read More
DIY – Whiten Your Teeth At Home
Here is a DIY way to whiten your teeth at home. Get rid of coffee and tea stains for just pennies! I heard about a simple recipe you can mix up right from your pantry. I couldn’t believe the difference! Try it in the morning after your coffee. Its shocking to see how much coffee… Read More
Natural Sinus Blaster
My sinuses were so bad this week that I was teetering on the edge of vertigo. I was miserable! I looked up various home remedies and gathered several items said to help what ailed me. First, I picked up a bottle of Cold & Sinus Blaster. This stuff is incredible! Its… Read More
Coconut Oil Benefits
I love coconut oil. I feel like I am constantly discovering new reasons to love it too. Here are just some of the benefits I have heard about. I think the best deal is at Trader Joe’s. You can get a 16 oz. jar of Organic Virgin Coconut Oil for $5.99. Great skin moisturizer –… Read More