Salad dressings are a great thing to start making yourself. Not only will you save money, but the flavor is so much better with fresh ingredients. Even better, you can avoid vegetable oils and other additives from store-bought dressing.…
Homemade laundry detergent is one of the easiest parts of a transition to natural living. This natural laundry soap recipe is a great way to save money and is incredibly easy to make. It almost makes tackling that pile…
Several times a year, when the kids grow or the seasons change (as they inevitably do), I climb into the dark abyss of our attic to find the next sizes of clothes for their capsule wardrobes. Two hours later…
Dry shampoo has become increasingly popular over the years and I can see why. A hair care product that makes your look clean when it hasn’t been washed in a while is a huge help! During long days with…
I’m sure by now you’ve heard me talk about the importance of remineralizing teeth. But what you may not know is how important saliva is to this process. First though, what really is saliva and what does it do?…
We eat a lot of salads around here so I like to change up the dressings we use. While I’m a fan of ranch dressing, it can get boring after a while. This homemade pomegranate vinaigrette is fruity and…
One of the first DIY herbal remedies I learned how to make were tinctures. Our family has relied on simple recipes like this chamomile tincture for relaxation (and fussy babies!). However, I realized it might be helpful to give…
I often discuss how salt is essential for health, from supporting electrolyte balance to regulating blood pressure. Dialing in my salt consumption has also been a game changer for my sleep and energy. Many salts are hiding a dirty…
Once upon a time in Belgium, I went to an amazing Greek restaurant. What does that have to do with salad dressing you may ask? I’m a firm believer in the power of smells and tastes to solidify memories.…
Finding natural hair care products that work can be a challenge. I’ve shared my natural hair spray recipe and my beach waves sea salt spray before. I like both of them but wondered if I could combine them to…
