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. Whenever I eat Greek food, I remember that delicious Greek restaurant and the good times I

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 secret though: microplastic pollution!  Salt got an unfairly bad rap and many of us are walking

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 some general instructions on how to make your own tinctures with medicinal herbs. All you need

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 light for salads, veggies, or even as a marinade! I probably don’t have to tell you

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? The smell of your favorite food, accidentally biting your tongue, and eating are a few things

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 little ones we’re lucky to use the bathroom alone, much less shower every day… If you

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 they all have neatly organized, new (hand-me-down) wardrobes and I’m sneezing like crazy. Those days remind

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 of dirty laundry feel like less of a chore! Have an HE machine? Check out this

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. This balsamic vinaigrette is one of my favorite homemade salad dressings. It’s incredibly easy to make

There’s no shortage of nutritional advice out there, and many experts tell us entire food groups are bad. Vegans advise against animal products, while carnivore followers warn against grains and legumes. Yet, leafy greens seem to be universally praised. When it comes to greens, the more you eat, the better off you are, right? Not