This post is from contributing writer Leah Vachani, CNC, of Lunch with Leah. Unless you have been hiding under a rock for the past few years, I’m sure you have heard the buzz about bone broth. Nutritionists, doctors, personal trainers, even estheticians are touting the magical benefits of bone broth to their clients, their friends, and Read this article…
Best Kids’ Cooking Videos Online (for Healthy Foods)
Check out some of the best kids cooking videos online… Did you know it is thought that people will remember 90% of what they see in a video, but only 10% of what they hear? And if you consider that children usually only listen to less than half of what their parents try to tell Read this article…
Should You Pay Kids for Chores?
This post is from contributing writer Mary Voogt of Just Take A Bite. Growing up I did not have any chores. It’s kind of sad since I was the kind of kid that loved to help. Even though my parents never assigned me any tasks I often vacuumed, took out the trash, made snacks for my siblings, and Read this article…
Save the Oceans (& Your Hormones!) Simple Steps to Reduce Plastic in Your Life
Is packing food in plastic storage containers and drinking from plastic bottles safe? Do you risk the plastic leaching chemicals like BPA and phthalates? How and why to reduce plastic in your life: When I was in middle and high school, you could pretty much guarantee I’d be behind the trend of what’s “cool,” but Read this article…
Monday Mission: Memorize the Dirty Dozen Produce List + How to Clean your Produce
If you try to buy organic when it counts to be gentle on your budget, you’re probably familiar with the Dirty Dozen produce list published by the EWG (Environmental Working Group), the same organization that puts out the Skin Deep Cosmetic Safety Database that the natural sunscreen review relies upon heavily. This is a list Read this article…
Natural Remedies for Ear Infections
Kids’ Ear Infections: A Home Remedy?
BEST Natural home remedies to cure an ear infection – what you can do NOW and to be prepared for next time a kid or an adult has an earache. Reviewed by Sheila Kilbane, MD. I didn’t think I’d ever fit this neatly into the “nuts” or “off the grid” category. I’ve always been a Read this article…
Perfect Real Food Party Foods (on a Budget)
Cheap and Easy Party Foods for Holidays, Big Game, & Potlucks
It’s so important to have a “go to” list for easy party foods that are made with real food, those items I can make quickly and without much thought when I have to bring a dish to pass to a big (hopefully peaceful) family gathering. Whether you’re hosting something yourself and need Mary’s tips for Read this article…
Homemade Irish Cream
Whole Foods for the Holidays: Homemade Irish Cream Liqueur
An easy recipe for homemade Irish Cream, just like Bailey’s but with real food and no cans! This will be the best Irish Cream Liqueur you’ve ever tasted! Even though this is not the first time, nor the second time, but the third time I’ve talked about liquor here at KS, please don’t think I’m Read this article…
Natural Remedies for Croup
It’s Scary When Your Child Can’t Breathe (Natural Remedies for Croup)
If croup hits, you want to be prepared. Make sure you have these natural remedies on hand before you need them.“My kids always get a croup-y cough this time of year…” “Every cold has turned into croup lately…” “I always recognize that ‘croup cough’ and know things are getting worse…” Since a fearful midnight scene Read this article…
Easy Homemade Refried Beans
Homemade Refried Beans Recipe
Easy, economical, and great tasting, making your own homemade refried beans also adds nutrition to your plate for a great Mexican meal. Add some homemade canned salsa for even more real food goodness. These refried beans will soon become a family favorite side dish that kids can help make. Homemade refried beans make the perfect Read this article…
Stock with Chicken Feet!
Making Stock with Chicken Feet (Aw, do I have to?)
Do you have to use chicken feet to have traditional homemade stock, or at least to have healthy food? Of course not. If you can’t source chicken feet or can’t stomach the idea, don’t worry about it. You can make awesome, nutritious stock from any old chicken bones you can find, even a family pack Read this article…
