Kvass. It might be new to the store shelves, but it’s actually an age-old beverage, hailing from Russia and it’s lip-smacking good. Years ago, I discovered Kvass (Russian for “leaven”) and it definitely raises the bar. Here’s a drink that takes the simplest ingredients and transforms them into a refreshing drink, but what’s more, a […]
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With 1 in 133 in the U.S. affected with celiac disease[1], it’s not too surprising that gluten-free diets are popular these days. But people with Celiac’s disease aren’t the only ones who benefit from gluten-free fare. Did you know, it’s been estimated that 97% of Americans who have Celiac’s disease are not diagnosed?[2] Many people
Can you think of anything worse than the thought of pinworms? Because pinworms are a common childhood infection, regrettably, they’re prevalent in schools, too. Consider this your first lesson in homeopathy. Homeopathy is a method of medicine that has the gentle and powerful ability to deal with easily spread infections, such as pin worms and colds. Let’s look
Pinworms and Colds; Who Needs Them? Protect Yourself, Teachers! Read More »
What do I mean by whole foods? I mean pure foods….. Those foods that are not adulterated by pasteurization, homogenization, preservatives, denaturing and manipulative processes. I mean foods as they are and as God intended. True, there are some methods that we’ve come up with, to enhance beautiful and whole foods, but it’s only to
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Homeopathy can be of good aid when burns are at hand. The best way is to have a homeopathy kit on hand so that instant assistance can be achieved. External sprays, gels or drips, as well as internal methods, will be useful and will all work in tandem. Take the oral remedy every 2-4 hours and
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If you want to be safe from mosquito bites, try making your own repellent by using some of the following tested and true essential oils: cinnamon oil, lemon eucalyptus or regular eucalyptus oil (watch out though-these could antidote your homeopathic remedies!), citronella oil, castor oil, orange oil and rose geranium. I like to mix
Essential Oils + Savvy Mom= Mosquito free and guilt-free! Read More »
It’s about as casual and common a question as, “How’s it going?” And because cholesterol is made out to be the dirty culprit responsible for high rates of heart disease, many stay on top of their cholesterol levels and try desperately to keep them below whatever the doctors are touting as the now, new dangerous
Hey, What’s Your Cholesterol? Read More »
(-From “Secret Spoonfuls-Confessions of a Sneaky Mom” CD booklet) I like this cookie recipe because there is no need to soak the flour. (All grains need to be soaked in lacto-fermented fashion.) Arrowroot is not a grain so there’s no problem with allergies. It is naturally white, too! From this one cookie dough many variations
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Here’s a traditional recipe to start Lent 10 oz andouille sausage but if you can’t find a good source without nitrates and from quality pork, then Polish, Italian or any smoked sausage will do. 2 cups chicken meat raw shrimp (preferably wild) ½ cup crab meat 2T lard, tallow or duck fat 1 stick organic
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Here’s a traditional recipe to start Lent 10 oz andouille sausage but if you can’t find a good source without nitrates and from quality pork, then Polish, Italian or any smoked sausage will do. 2 cups chicken meat raw shrimp (preferably wild) ½ cup crab meat 2T lard, tallow or duck fat 1 stick organic
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