I used to rely heavily on corn syrup laden sports drinks to give me the energy I needed as a teen. I’ve since switched to this homemade electrolyte drink, but lately I’ve fallen in love with a good chia seed drink. There are tons of flavor options, but my favorite is this hibiscus berry version that gives
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Homemade Electrolyte Drink – Simple and Better For You
[When it comes to cold and flu season, I’m a big fan of being prepared – the natural way – with plenty of immune boosting foods and supplements. But if you do fall ill, it’s super important to stay hydrated. So whether you’re in need of recovery post-flu or post-workout – don’t poison yourself with nasty
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Homemade Eggnog For The Holidays
Tis’ the season for healthy holiday makeovers, and I dare say that this homemade eggnog would go great with these oatmeal bars while you curl up by the fireplace. Merry Christmas! ~ Emily Several years ago I hadn’t even heard of eggnog. Now, it’s one of my favorite holiday drinks. I used to get the carrageenan and
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Cultured Strawberry Soda
I’ve received a lot of requests for more cultured soda recipes. That’s right. I said more. Check out my Easy Peasy Pomegranate Soda, my Apple Ginger Soda and a sweet favorite of mine, Old Fashioned Root Beer. To me, cultured strawberry soda says sparkling, sweet fun! It makes me want to wear tube socks, short
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Hot Punch: A Mulled Pomegranate Drink For The Holidays
I remember the smell of mulling spices wafting through our house at Christmas time. I would stand in the kitchen, just breathing in the warmth and festivity. So when I called my mom to get her recipes for hot punch, I was a bit surprised to learn that the ‘classic’ recipes in her box were
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Beet Kvass Myth Busting (& Recipe)
Have you been taught that you must use whey or another culture starter when making beet kvass? (You don’t.) Are you dairy free, on a tight budget, on the GAPS or SCD diet and therefore cannot buy and use whey or other culture starters? (Don’t worry!) Have you been taught that if you do not use
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Easy Peasy Pomegranate Soda
There are many ways to make a soda. So many choices for starter cultures and even more ingredient options. Some are for the more advanced fermenter and yield a layered complex taste, while others can be mixed in 2 minutes flat. I’m dead serious. Next time someone asks you to a party (tot-to-adult), offer to bring
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Old Fashioned Homemade Root Beer
You’ve been requesting more soda recipes and I’ve been listening! You know what makes you the coolest mom on the block? Ice cold root beer floats made with real ice cream and real old fashioned root beer. I recently whipped up the food and drink for a healthy kids party and we did not skimp
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How to Make Hibiscus Tea
Sipping a frosty iced tea is one of the simple joys of summer, and hibiscus elevates the experience to sublime refreshment. The dark blood red dried flowers are steeped in hot water yielding a seductively rich, brightly tart drink reminiscent of childhood fruit punch but so, so much better. If you’ve ever had jamaica (pronounced ‘ham-eye-ku’)
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Margarita? MargaBucha: A Refreshing Kombucha Cocktail
Do you enjoy dragging your feet and fending off a headache the day following cocktails with friends? Do you revel in a full-body-film of regret and self-loathing? Do you love hangovers? If your answer is yes, do not read any further! I don’t know about you but, I don’t have time for hangovers. And guess
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Raw Liver Shooters Recipe
Hell yeah, y’all! As daunting as it may sound, raw liver consumption in our modern world just requires a little creativity and courage – assuming we take care to assure food safety. Fresh air and sunshine are huge protective factors for animals. Animals raised outdoors convert sunshine to vitamin D, and consume the natural foods that
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Apple Ginger Soda Recipe
Have you made your ginger bug? Today, when you crack the lid, does it whisper an excited sigh that says you can now magically create sodas that are not just delightfully delicious but great health promoters for you and your family? Sodas that do not taste like health food but like….well, soda! Let’s try an
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