Easy Elderberry Syrup to Beat Colds and Flu (or Drizzle on Pancakes!)
When my children were young and had bad coughs, I relied heavily on elderberry syrup to reduce symptoms. Small doses throughout the day kept mucous to …
Dangers Lurk in Your Antibacterial Soap
Over a decade ago, antibacterial soap became all the rage and suddenly every public bathroom and every home seemed to be stocked with it. This …
Is Your Egg Allergy a Soy Allergy in Disguise?
Research uncovers why issues with soy can sometimes masquerade as egg allergies and what to do about it. You might possibly be able to eat eggs again! …
Fast and Easy Fix for a Stinky Cat Litter Box
Our family recently became cat owners when a very sweet, pregnant, half starving stray cat showed up on our doorstep. We live in a semi-rural …
Why I’m Not Joining the Annie’s Boycott
To the shock and disappointment of many health-conscious consumers across North America, General Mills purchased beloved organic brand Annie’s …
Homemade Strawberry Syrup Recipe
When I was a kid, I really enjoyed a big spoonful of Nesquick Strawberry Powder or Carnation Strawberry Instant Breakfast Mix stirred into a glass of …
Ceylon or Cassia Cinnamon. Do Benefits Depend on Variety?
The benefits of fresh cinnamon based on the variety and how to best enjoy the health boost from this ancient herb in remedies and recipes. Throw …
A1 and A2 Milk: Do Cow Genetics Even Matter?
Four years ago, I wrote an article and filmed a video about the differences between A1 and A2 milk.  The A1 versus A2 factor refers to the different …
Easy to Make Sourdough Starter Recipe
Easy to follow homemade sourdough starter recipe to enjoy traditionally prepared, easy to digest sourdough bread made from whatever grain flour you …
Angelina Jolie’s Biggest Beauty Secret
What is Angelina Jolie’s biggest beauty secret? By her own admission, a thick, juicy steak! In interviews prior to the release of her film Salt, …
Is Your Metabolism Nourished?
What first struck me upon reading Elizabeth’s short but substantial book, is the clarity of her thinking and communication. In a field where clarity …
DIY Natural Toothpaste for Remineralizing Teeth
DIY method for making an effective, natural toothpaste at home to assist with the prevention of cavities and tooth remineralization for children and …