My ten-year-old son wrapped up his soccer season in late spring. His last game was a make-up game that had been moved to early June. And it was HOT. It was an intense game where all of the kids were playing hard. My son, in particular, was going all out (in typical Active Eater fashion). He pushed himself as hard as he could and scored the final goal to tie the game and finish the season undefeated. His adrenaline was pumping, and his emotions were running high (as was all the … [Read more...]
Do You Have to Love Cooking to Eat a Real Food Diet?
“I just don't like cooking,” is often an excuse when people want to avoid cooking real food and stick with processed foods and quick meals. That phrase turns my head quickly, and my shock factor kicks in. “You don't like cooking?” the voice in my head cries. But...when I analyze my own time in the kitchen, it could be said that I don't always like cooking, either. Eating, on the other hand, I love. Nourishing my family is an obligation in my book, a promise I made to my kids when I … [Read more...]
GRAYL Water Bottle Filter Review! | What’s the BEST Backpacking Water Purifier
What does it take to get clean water when you're out in the woods? I've recently enlisted the help of my husband Kris to review a filtered water bottle. He was supposed to go on a big backpacking trip this summer, so I thought that would be the perfect opportunity to test out a GRAYL water bottle purifier. Unfortunately, Kris's trip was postponed due to a huge, once in a hundred years snowstorm in Montana at the end of May. We're talking feet and feet of snow! However, there's … [Read more...]
Need Healthy Food for Kids at Lunch? Eat the Rainbow
What would you guess is the most eaten color on a school lunch tray? I'm wagering on brown. (Maybe white. I like to hedge my bets.) Deep fried chicken. Slimy beef patties. Corn dogs. Rolls. Pretzels. Pancakes. Buns. French fries. Pasta. Gravy. Chocolate milk. Brownies. Cookies. "Muffins" that ought be called "cupcakes without frosting." Not only is a rainbow on a plate much prettier to look at than a bunch of brown food, but it has a far greater nutrient variety, … [Read more...]
Whole Wheat Spelt Banana Bread Recipe | Low-Gluten, Egg-Free, and Dairy-Free Options!
Do you love banana bread? It's one of those desserts/breakfasts/snacks/whatever that tastes exactly like my childhood. We always made banana bread. Not only was it perfect for our tight budget (no food waste here!), but it was a tasty treat for me and my brothers and sisters. As we grew up, we learned how to substitute the white flour for whole-grain flour. As a mother of kids with food allergies, I learned how to make our favorite banana bread dairy-free, low-gluten, and … [Read more...]
Cheap Reef-Safe Sunscreens
The best reef-safe sunscreens can be expensive! Here's how to protect the reefs, your family, and not spend more than you have to with cheap mineral sunscreens. Plus, I have some sunscreen money-saving tips for you. The average per-ounce price of my top 7 recommended sunscreens from the massive safe, natural sunscreen review is (gulp) over $7. That means that for a fairly standard 3-ounce tube, which is really quite small, you're paying over $15 (and could be up toward … [Read more...]
Is Lamb Healthy? | Health Benefits of Eating Lamb
"What do you think about raising lambs?" My husband asked me that question last fall. It definitely caught me off guard. "Lambs? We've only ever eaten lamb once. I thought we were going to try raising pigs?" Well, here we are 6 months later with five adorable sheep munching away on our grass! Is Lamb Healthy for You? My husband is so smart. He had already done quite a bit of research about the raising aspect. But whether he truly knew it or not, lamb was a perfect choice. Even … [Read more...]
Wakewell Pillow Review | Non-Toxic Pillow That Fits YOU!
When we sleep on the wrong pillow or in the wrong way or on a bad mattress, we feel terrible in the morning, even with eight hours in bed. What's the value of your pillow? Your pillow might determine how your shoulders, neck, and back feel, how well you recover after a workout, how cranky you are with your kids, your spouse, your co-workers, and how you feel when you get up in the morning. What if a pillow could take the place of a chiropractor, expensive recovery supplements, or your … [Read more...]
How to Find Safe Sunscreen Ingredients
I've done hundreds of hours of research on sunscreens. I've visited the local morning news multiple times to share sunscreen information. And most importantly, my family and I have tested over 120 natural mineral sunscreens over the last ten years, rigorously applying two brands every time we go out in the sun, examining each formula for a smooth glide, scent, water resistance, rub-in-ability, and efficacy. We know what works. And we know what brands are terrible! We wouldn’t ask … [Read more...]
Xero Shoes Aqua X Sport Review: Best Indoor Shoes, Hiking Shoes for Summer or Daily Sneakers
Do you wear shoes inside because it makes you feel more productive, or you need to keep your feet warm because we live in a freezing climate like me here in Michigan? I've worn inside shoes for many, many years, but recently I've learned how terrible most shoes are for our feet, our posture, and our growth. And that drove me crazy. So we started wearing slippers more...and then my feet started hurting because the slippers aren't tight enough and slip around. My husband and I got … [Read more...]
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