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  • Posted 2025-10-09 13:00:00 by: Admin

    Over the years I’ve heard from many of you that this rosehip face moisturizer is a favorite. Rosehip seed oil is amazing for skin, especially for anyone who wants to restore or protect the skin barrier as we age. I started experimenting with rosehip some more and came up with this anti-aging rosehip face serum. […] Continue reading DIY Anti-Aging Rosehip Face ...

  • Posted 2025-10-07 13:11:46 by: Admin

    Cool winds, crunchy leaves, and pumpkins on the porch mean it’s soup weather time at our house. The Instant Pot starts to live on the counter and all of the favorite cold-weather comfort foods start their rotation. Tomato soup was one of my favorite soups before switching to a real-food diet. Now, I don’t think […] Continue reading Simple Tomato Basil Soup (Stovetop or Instant ...

  • Posted 2025-10-03 12:00:00 by: Admin

    Can opening a pickle jar predict how long you’re going to live? Maybe more than you realize! Our grip strength is actually linked to our overall health and is a good predictor of longevity. This simple, yet often overlooked health marker is a great way to tell us more about what’s going on in the […] Continue reading Why Grip Strength is Vitally Important (and How to Improve ...

  • Posted 2025-10-02 09:00:00 by: Admin

    On average women use about 19 bodycare products a day that contain an estimated 500+ different chemicals. In college my bathroom was filled with dozens of hair products, skin products and makeup containers with hundreds of ingredients. These shea butter lotion sticks though have just 5. I’ll admit that I’m a skin care product addict. […] Continue reading Shea Butter Lotion Bar ...

  • Posted 2025-09-30 12:00:00 by: Admin

    Soup season is in full swing, but honestly, in this household any season really is soup season. These homemade sourdough croutons are the perfect crunchy topper for a nice bowl of warm soup in the winter. Or try them on top of a fresh salad with lots of veggies and some homemade salad dressing. If […] Continue reading Garlic Parmesan Sourdough ...

  • Posted 2025-09-25 10:00:00 by: Admin

    Mini everything seems to be all the rage lately. Mini can still pack a mighty punch though when it comes to these elderberry wellness shots. Featuring elderberry, lemon, and echinacea, they’re an immune supporting powerhouse, especially during the colder months.  I recently came up with these ginger turmeric immunity shots. While they’re an amazing anti-inflammatory […] Continue reading Simple Elderberry Wellness Shots ...

  • Posted 2025-09-23 09:31:11 by: Admin

    I grew up drinking apple cider and homemade wassail (a spiced cider/tea with citrus) around the holidays. So when I had kids I wanted to come up with my own apple cider recipe to keep the tradition going. That and a gallon of organic apple cider quickly gets expensive for a large family. Most recipes online […] Continue reading My Twist on Homemade Spiced Apple ...

  • Posted 2025-09-19 11:00:00 by: Admin

    The teen years can feel like a whirlwind. Bodies are changing daily, hormones are in constant flux, and no snack in the pantry is safe. For teen athletes, that whirlwind becomes even more intense. Practices, games, tournaments, and strength training sessions pile on top of schoolwork and social life. So how can we as parents […] Continue reading Nutrition and Tips for Teen ...

  • Posted 2025-09-18 10:00:00 by: Admin

    What kid doesn’t love gummy snacks? This version features health boosting elderberry syrup, perfect for cold and flu season. Elderberry syrup is a staple in our home this time of year. Turning it into gummies is a fun (and less messy!) way for kids to enjoy elderberry.  These combine the immune boosting benefits of elderberry […] Continue reading How to Make Flu-Busting Elderberry ...

  • Posted 2025-09-16 09:00:00 by: Admin

    It’s no secret that I love coffee, and nothing says fall like a pumpkin spice latte! Seeing Starbucks PSL on their signs every fall makes my mouth water. But I can’t justify consuming that much sugar (50 grams in a grande size) plus all the additives. Not to mention it costs about $6+ per cup […] Continue reading How to Make an Amazing Pumpkin Spice Latte (at Home ...