Did you know cancer feeds on sugar? Add this to the plenty of other reasons to avoid sugar. I've written about them in several places (you might want to check out this post, this one, and this other one). This is an interesting and easy to follow video on cancer and sugar. I hope you enjoy. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OxhNMzIzs3M] ...Read More
Tastier Broccoli Cheese Soup (with bacon!)
How can you improve upon a good broccoli cheese soup? By adding bacon, of course! (Doesn't bacon make pretty much everything better?) This is creamy, cheesy soup is one of my oldest son's favorites. If you're trying to stick to a ketogenic diet, it would be a fantastic addition to your meal plan. I've found that picky eaters are sometimes more likely to eat their veggies if they're disguised in a soup or casserole. If you have anyone in your household who isn't the biggest fan of "green stuff," just tell them this is bacon-cheese soup... which is technically true. :) It's also loaded with broccoli, which is an ...Read More
Learn More About Farm Fresh Eggs: Wellness Wednesday Blog Link-Up
If you're new here, read our Blog Link-Up Guidelines before including your link below. So far I've challenged you to start eating farm fresh eggs, told you why it's a good plan to ditch the grocery store eggs and get eggs from a locally raised pastured hen, and given you pointers on how to find those eggs. This week I want to share with you some links to posts from other blogs about farm-fresh eggs that you may find interesting. Learn More About Farm Fresh Eggs Farm- Fresh Eggs: Considering Size (with a handy conversion chart for cooking with farm-fresh eggs) Farm Fresh Eggs vs. Conventional Factory Farm ...Read More
Sneaky Way to Make Kids (and me) Eat Liver
When it comes to healthy foods, liver is a powerhouse! Do you cringe at the thought of eating nutrient-dense organ meats? I, personally, can't stand the sight or smell of the stuff (I'm worse than a kid), but I've figured out a way to make it a regular part of my family's diet. If you're looking for a sneaky way to make your kids eat liver, you've come to the right place. Why organ meats rock Organ meats are the most concentrated source of nutrients. Vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, and essential amino acids abound! Organ meats are some of the best fuel sources you can put in your body. ...Read More
5 Places to Find Farm-Fresh Eggs
Where in the world do you get farm-fresh eggs?! I've challenged us to buy eggs from hens that are raised naturally and allowed to roam on pasture, and I've told us why these eggs are best for us, but what if you don't have a farm nearby. Where in the world do you get them. I'm going give you some ideas on how to find eggs from naturally raised hens. ...Read More
The Day My Husband Died: Praising God in the Storms of Life
How do you praise God in when the storms of life hit? Not if, but when—because they surely will. How, when you are diagnosed with a debilitating disease, when you lose a child or a spouse, when you have wayward children, when the pain and pressure builds to a seemingly unbearable level can you still praise God? How do you defeat hopelessness? Those of you who know me, know I've been through two very difficult storms in my life. Today is the anniversary of one of those events: the day my first husband, Jason, died in a car accident. Ten days after my 25th birthday, I was talking to Jason on my cell phone. ...Read More
Navigating the Booby Trap: Breastfeeding & Beyond (Featured Authors)
Are you a breastfeeding mom or a soon to be breastfeeding mom? This series is for you! I'm so excited to be bringing you 40 posts from 25 amazing bloggers and authors. We have a wide range of topics: breastfeeding advice for new moms, breastfeeding in the NICU, treating thrush and mastitis naturally, breastfeeding multiples, breastfeeding in public, weaning, and many many more subjects. Our series will begin 3 weeks from today, February 1, 2013. I hope you'll join us for tips, advice, and educational articles from some wonderful some wonderful guest authors on how to "Navigate the Booby Trap!" ...Read More
Natural Way to Soften your Laundry: Woolzies Dryer Balls
I was excited to be given a chance to check out Woolzies Dryer Balls. I'd heard about them. I'd read about them. Now, I've tried them! As you may know, I make my own laundry detergent, which saves me oodles of money each year (and it's super easy to make). I've been using white vinegar for softener in my washer - which also saves me money and is apparently much better for your septic system. Woolzies dryer balls are a great addition to my laundry routine. What are Woolzies? Woolzies Dryer Balls are hand-made, natural dryer balls. They are made from 100% New Zealand wool. Woolzies Dryer Balls naturally soften your ...Read More