Toward Greater Sustainability, One Day at a Time
Can we talk for a minute about the little things that remind us of the people who are gone? In April after we moved back from Raleigh to SC I couldn’t bring myself to unpack my oils. I’d still pull out the odd oil I wanted to use, and I still took my supplements, but … Read more
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Got a chocolate craving but can’t find anything pre-made to fit your Paleo diet? These Paleo chocolate bites will hit the spot. They’re super easy to make with only 5 ingredients (3 if you want to take a couple shortcuts) and no cooking or baking required. The only tool you need is a stand mixer … Read more
Love essential oils? Or are you brand new to the oily world? Whether you’re a newcomer or have been around for a while, here are some awesome essential oil hacks and tips for making your life better with essential oils. 1. Room refresher spray Combine 5 drops of essential oil with 2 oz water in … Read more
Have you been diagnosed with Hashimoto’s and you aren’t sure where to start? There’s a ton of information out there and it can be a little overwhelming. This is how I’m beginning my own fight against Hashimoto’s. After my sixth miscarriage earlier this month, I requested a full thyroid panel, including antibodies. I’ve suspected low … Read more
When I was 19, my skin underwent a massive shift from mostly clear to constant breakouts. I was going through a major life change at the time, and I know the stress was a big factor. But stress wasn’t the only factor. Along with the major life changes, I’d picked up some bad habits and … Read more
Lavender seems to be the latest flavoring trend, and for good reason. I’ve seen it in lavender ice cream, lavender lattes, and of course, lavender lemonade. Lavender adds an intriguing floral flavor to your favorite treats. I’m pretty sure no picnic would be complete without a tall, cold glass of sweet and tangy lemonade. I … Read more
I love using special sleep diffuser blends at bedtime. I used to wake up all night long and struggle to fall back asleep again. It felt like I was always falling asleep on my feet, and with two kiddos to keep up with, I can’t afford to be a walking sleep zombie. Whether it’s to … Read more
Looking for a homemade toothpaste recipe? Look no further than this list of 17 recipes. Why would you want to make your own toothpaste? Well, maybe you want to save money. Maybe you’re not a fan of the ingredients in regular toothpaste. Or maybe it’s both. Some of the ingredients to worry about in conventional … Read more
Today you can find essential oils everywhere–even at Target and Wal-Mart. But not all oils are created equal. So how do you choose the best essential oils company? How do you make sure what you’re buying is actually going to work? It’s an interesting thing about this information-saturated age we live in. Two people can … Read more