No need to make an appointment with an expensive doctor! How to Order Food Sensitivity Testing Online Without a Doctor's Appointment

Food sensitivities are notoriously difficult to identify. We wasted years running from one specialist to another, seeking help for our daughter’s severe eczema.  Most of the doctors we saw completely dismissed the topic of food sensitivities all together.  “No such thing,” they’d say – or – “Don’t worry. […]

Natural-Living Mamas

Wouldn’t it be great if you had a close-knit group of like-minded friends you could go to when you need advice, suggestions, and encouragement any time of the day or night without having to leave your own home? Motherhood can be lonely and striving to live a natural[…]

Essential Oils Basics

A Toxin-Free Lifestyle If you’ve had a chance to take a peek around the blog you are probably already aware that we are pretty focused on health and wellness around here.  We’ve spent the past 8 years transforming the health of our family through diet and lifestyle changes. […]

holistic-living resources

Our Favorite All-Natural, Holistic-Living Resources Transitioning to a toxin-free home and lifestyle can be more than a little overwhelming.  That’s why we’ve created this list of all natural, holistic-living resources.  Over the years we have thoroughly researched the very best wellness products for our family… NOT an easy[…]

raw, grass-fed milk

Once upon a time all milk was raw milk.  They called it “milk”… not “organic” “grass-fed” or “raw”, though of course it was all of those things.  Human beings have been drinking raw, grass-fed milk for thousands of years.  It has been known to be among the most[…]

Natural Remedies for Occasional Illness and Minor Injuries

We are ALWAYS surrounded by pathogens.  ALWAYS! !!! The key to staying healthy is NOT to avoid or destroy germs, but to boost the body’s own natural defenses. Typically, if we provide the body with nourishment from nutrient-dense food, fresh air, clean water, proper exercise and rest, the[…]

Soothing an Irritated Gut

Healing Leaky Gut If you suffer from ANY chronic, inflammatory disease or disorder (like: eczema, psoriasis, asthma, arthritis, high blood pressure, IBS, hormone imbalances, ANY form of auto-immunity or mental illness)  it is pretty safe to say that leaky gut is at the root of your troubles. Read[…]

What is Leaky Gut

Leaky Gut Have you heard the term leaky gut?  Are you wondering what on earth it means? Well, it actually means pretty much what it sounds like.  Kinda gross, huh? Basically, it’s the root cause of nearly every modern, chronic, inflammatory disease. The Gut Wall Just as a[…]

Saturated Fat & Cholesterol

Life without Saturated Fat & Cholesterol There was a time in my life when I counted calories, chose skim milk in my lattes, the low-fat box of crackers, and the highest fiber cereal.  As far as was within my control,  I completely avoided those two notorious villains.  You know who I[…]

traditional foods

Why Traditional Foods? “Recent studies show the benefits of soy…” “Tips for how to avoid cholesterol…” “Enjoy low-calorie snacks, like non-fat yogurt…” I often hear these kinds of recommendations on the local radio station, in the magazines at the dentist’s office,  or on fliers at the local library… And[…]

Heal Leaky Gut

Heal Leaky Gut How we completely reversed our 30+ Food Sensitivities Today I’ll fill you in on exactly what we did to heal leaky gut and reverse our 30+ food sensitivities and how you too can enjoy your favorite foods again! If you haven’t already, take a moment[…]

Heal Eczema

Our Eczema Story, Part 2 How We Healed Our Severe Eczema Naturally If you haven’t already, you can read Part 1 of Our Eczema Story here. Otherwise, pour yourself a cup of tea and join me right here in the middle of My Disaster We had three tiny[…]