Is Diatomaceous Earth a Safe Parasite Cleanse? (step 2 of Gut Thrive in 5)
Curious about a diatomaceous earth parasite cleanse? Here’s how ours went! I’ve done a form of parasite cleanse 3 times, all with varying results. The…
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Non-Toxic Nail Polish Review: Final Test Results are In!
Back when I wrote about non-toxic nail polish (important because of all the negative health effects of the chemicals found in conventional nail polish) tons…
Do You Have Trouble Meditating the “Right” Way? {REVIEW}
I couldn’t tell at first if the shrieks were of joy, annoyance, or pain coming from the pool with 11 children in it. When I…
Earthley Natural Health Products {Review}
October is always a touchy time for those women in the Natural Health world. We, of course, want women to be as healthy as possible,…
No Waste Food on the Go with Reusable Sandwich and Snack Bags {REVIEW}
Hi, I’m Katie, and I’m a reusable snack bag junkie. It’s true. Now that I’ve been using reusable sandwich and snack bags regularly for over…
Xylitol, Erythritol, Sorbitol…What’s That "ol" About?
Sweeteners that have been around for centuries like sorghum syrup and maple syrup are a delicious way to satisfy your sweet tooth with a few…
What’s the REAL Cost of Your Toilet Paper?
When it comes to finding real food, I’ve done the research–I know how best to shop at Costco vs. Aldi. But I’ve long wondered where I…
Instant Pot Review & Buying Guide: Size, Features, and More!
Oh yes my friends… Even though the Instant Pot electric pressure cooker seems to have been all the rage for quite a few years, there…
A Grinding Challenge: Putting Fresh Whole Grains to the Test
Don’t you hate that feeling of spending time on a recipe and ending up with a total FAIL? I’m here for you. Want to make…
Your Guide to Using Safe Essential Oils for Kids {VIDEO}
No sooner do I clean up the bathroom and put the box away then it seems to come back out! What box? My essential oils,…
Keeping Hydrated Isn’t All about 8 Glasses of Water a Day
Everybody needs water to survive. It’s a fact. But did you know not everyone needs the same amount? Eight glasses a day is not a…
Food Nearly Killed Her; Now She Infuses Life into Your Restrictive Diet
Imagine writing notes to your children in preparation for your impending death. What would you say? How would you handle the knowledge that your time…
You Don’t Need to Look Like a Caveman, Bearded Guy (or use stinky conditioner)
This one is for the dudes. And the women who love their dudes, but are tired of getting scratched by their beards. And even the…
The Eczema Battle: Fighting the Good Fight
This post is from KS Site Editor Helen Thomas. As a parent you never want to see your child in pain. You would do anything…
Your Waterproof Mattress Protector Might Have Problems Too
I didn’t even know what to look for when I first had kids. I remember religiously using only the “baby” lotion that we had gotten…
The Only Cloth Diaper I Bothered Buying (BEST Brand Newborn to Toddler!)
Just this morning I had a cute baby on my lap, typing away, when I heard the telltale putter of a BM in action. It…
Does Thrive Market Have the Best Foodie Deals on the Web? {REVIEW}
If I can shop without driving, carseats, crying babies stuck in carseats, wind, snow, crying babies in the checkout line, stupid items that won’t scan,…
3 Reasons I Love my Husband More than Ever
Did I ever tell you I was my husband’s first girlfriend?! Poor fella, Valentine’s Day fell only about 3 weeks after we officially started dating,…
Magimix Product Review: Is a Big Mondo Food Processor Better Than a Less Expensive One?
I’m trapped in this interesting world between my staunchly frugal nature, the urge to buy the best-sourced food possible (which means paying more and more…
Cast Iron Griddle {REVIEW}
When you spend as much time in the kitchen as I do, there are certain items that practically never get put away: my favorite knifemy…