January 2016

25 Tips For Great Tasting Hot Cereal

Hot cereal is easy to make and good for you but the taste is usually lacking. That’s why I came up with these 25 tips to make your hot cereal taste great.

Herbal Stimulants That Give Energy Without Caffeine

Natural stimulants can lend you energy without the caffeine. These non-caffeinated herbs work to quicken our metabolism, boost our vitality, and energize our nervous system.

25 Uses For Old Sheets, Towels, and Other Linens

There are many uses for old sheets, towels, and other linens. Sure, you could turn them into rags but why do that when there are so many other useful things to do with them.

How to Make Blush: A Natural DIY Recipe for Blush Powder

Want to learn how to make blush? Read on. You can make your own cosmetics like eyeliner, concealing powder, this blush powder, and more!

Mullein Tea is A Natural Decongestant for Winter

Mullein tea is a great natural decongestant, especially in the winter months. This common weed has the ability to expel trapped mucus while soothing inflamed soft tissue membranes making it great for cough, congestion, and more.

How to Delicious Great Butter Coffee at Home

The first time I heard of bulletproof coffee–aka butter coffee–I was reluctant, but a the chaplain of our college urged me to try it. One taste turned my opinion around in a hurry! Learn to make it at home now.

How to Care for Sensitive Teeth Naturally

For sensitive teeth, I avoid xylitol, glycerine, fluoride, and sugar in toothpaste as they interfere with teeth’s ability to mineralize. Instead I make my own simple clay toothpaste, and do a few other simple, natural things.

Homemade Bone Broth Recipe (or Vegetable Stock)

This bone broth recipe (easily adaptable to a vegetable broth recipe) is simple, comforting, nutrient-dense, and delicious. Turns out grandma did know best!

Natural Strategies to Care for Senior Dogs and Cats

Senior dogs and old cats can be needy, but the joy you bring each other make it all worthwhile! I use these natural care strategies with my 14 year old Border Collie, Joker to help keep him comfortable and happy. Enjoy!

Pumpkin Waffles made with Holiday Eggnog & Cream

Pumpkin waffles made with eggnog? Yes! My family didn’t know what ingredients I used in the waffles until they finished eating. The consensus was that these were some of the best waffles I’ve made. Enjoy!

10 Ways to Green Your Cleaning Routine in 2016

Homemade cleaners, for some reason, were the one area of natural living where I fell short. It was hard for me to believe they actually worked, but after using them, I found that couldn’t be further from the truth!

A Simple, Effective Blackhead Removing Facial Mask

I’ve had problems with blackheads and oily skin all my life. Luckily, this simple homemade blackhead mask (with a secret ingredient) can help clear blackheads and leave your skin soft and smooth.