This post is from KS contributing writer Becca Stallings of The Earthling’s Handbook. Your busy family needs nourishing food to keep you healthy and energetic for all your activities! But sometimes a full schedule gets in the way of cooking every meal from scratch. Making the transition away from convenience foods can be the hardest part Read this article…
What to Look for in a Good Quality Fish Oil
This post is from contributing writer Leah Vachani, CNC, of Lunch with Leah. One of the most frequent questions I get as a nutritionist is, “what is a good fish oil to buy?” Don’t feel bad if you are also wondering what and how to figure this out. The nutritional supplement world is confusing even to Read this article…
Every Parent’s Goal: Raising Responsible Kids
This post is from contributing writer Mary Voogt of Just Take A Bite. Ah, January…Christmas is over. Winter is really setting in. The second semester of school is starting. Time for routines and a fresh start. Everyone is making resolutions. Maybe you want to eat healthier, lose weight, get stronger, pay off debt, cook more homemade food, start Read this article…
Making Natural Remedies for the Whole Family Easy
A few months ago my husband and I made the terrible mistake of pointing out how healthy we had been for so long as a family… So of course chaos quickly ensued! We’ve had a couple of 5-day fevers, some painful sore throats, some multiple week coughs…and I won’t even say what we haven’t had Read this article…
Does Your Lifestyle Need a Detox? {Argan Lavender Oil Cleansing Blend for Combination Skin from Wellness Mama}
In the online world, people usually only see names and rarely faces, so as you can imagine there are often mix-ups. I can’t tell you how often readers and colleagues alike have gotten Katie at Wellness Mama and I mixed up. Same first name, write about real food and natural living, have a bunch of 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…
