Foods 
If you've ever bemoaned the fact, as I have, that the holidays mean lots of off-limit foods, this article is for you. If you look at your family Thanksgiving table each year, and realize that most of the dishes are filled with gluten and you'll have to pass them by, this article is for you. Looking for more gluten-free recipes and resources? This Everything Gluten Free page is a library of everything gluten free we’ve worked on. This year, I've partnered with several bloggers to bring you recipes that are made with real-foods. Recipes that are gluten-free, but still delicious. I hope you enjoy the new spin on ...Read More
Protein-Packed Pumpkin Roll (gluten-free & sugar-free)
This protein-packed pumpkin roll is the PERFECT treat because it's gluten-free and sugar-free. It's creamy and super tasty, too. So enjoy your pumpkin-y treats this year without the sugar-induced bellyache. Holidays can be a veritable minefield when it comes to eating healthy. The sugar, the wheat, and the heavily processed foods to make all of the special treats flow with abundance. I'm alright with splurging a little bit during the holidays—well, for me one splurge can turn into a full on pig-fest. I kid you not. While I don't splurge on gluten-filled goodies (I don't I want to be that miserable), the sugar gets ...Read More
Mini Ham & Cheese Balls
These Mini Ham and Cheese Balls are not only super delicious, they are also a great base recipe that you can be creative with. They are amazing for serving at family parties! One of those appetizers, that just seem like a "classic" to me are cheese balls. They are yummy and those little balls of deliciousness look cute as can be, surrounded by crackers, veggies, or dippers of your choice. Well...they look cute until the first person shove a knife into the cheese ball and takes a gouge out of the center of it. Sure, they still taste good, but they're not quite so aesthetically pleasing after they've been carved ...Read More
Why I don’t buy (most) cough syrup from the store…and one that I do
"We've never had good evidence that cough suppressants and expectorants help with cough, but people are desperate to get some relief. They're so convinced that they should work that they buy them anyway," claims Norman Edelman, MD, senior scientific advisor at the American Lung Association. Woah! Say what?! That syrupy-sweet stuff we give to our kids and ourselves when a cold strikes doesn't work? The first time I read it, this comment from Dr. Edelman really grabbed my attention and made me rethink cough syrup. I'll admit, I wasn't ready to part with it yet. Because, like the Dr. Edelman says, I was desperate ...Read More
Grain-Free Sausage and Cheese Biscuits
This Grain Free Sausage And Cheese Biscuits recipe has been super helpful for our home lately. Breakfast-time at our home can be a little bit chaotic...for daddy. You see, since I got sick with Lyme disease, I've spent mornings catching up on extra sleep while my husband so sweetly cares for the kids. He gets them fed and dressed before waking me up and taking off for work. We try to focus on protein-packed breakfasts that will help keep the kids full and fuel their brains for the morning. My hubby is a good sport, and doesn't complain that I don't stock the house with convenient breakfast foods like pop-tarts and ...Read More
Treating Lyme Disease Holistically: 6 Months Later
6 months later, here's my journey into treating Lyme disease holistically... "So, how are you feeling overall?" my doctor inquired. "Depends on the day." I smirked, "Maybe about 15-20% better overall though." "Good. That's exactly where I'd expect you to be." 15-20% better is where I should be? That was both encouraging and discouraging news all at the same time. I was encouraged that my body was responding appropriately to treatment. But I was discouraged because I was ready to 100% better yesterday. If you have Lyme, I'm sure you can relate. I've actually had two appointments since I last ...Read More
Lyme Treatment Without Antibiotics: My Journey
A few months ago I shared my beginning protocol for Lyme disease. And you may have noticed, no antibiotics were mentioned. Along this path, I've received numerous questions. One question I've heard quite frequently is, "Why aren't you using antibiotics?" I want to answer that question today. I want to note, that I don't believe antibiotics are evil. I believe there are certainly times when using antibiotics is the best option. Specifically, if someone has just caught a brand new case of Lyme (and it doesn't take years to diagnose like my case), antibiotics can be a great way to take care of Lyme ...Read More
Minimalist Guide to Essential Oils: 10 Oils You Can’t Do Without
As I scrolled...and scrolled...and scrolled some more, I panicked just a little bit. There were so many. Who knew there were so many different essential oils? Yes, there were over 150 different essential oils to choose from. I certainly couldn't afford to purchase them all. But how was I supposed to choose? What did I need to make sure to have on hand if I was going to work towards using essential oils as my first line of defense. It was so overwhelming. I just wanted a guide to what essential oils were best to start with. Have you ever felt that way? My guess is, if you've landed on this post you might be ...Read More
