I don't know about you, but I think homemade ranch dressing is one of those good ol' American comfort foods that makes everything twice as good. It's a lovely dressing for a simple mixed green salad, and, of course, ranch makes an awesome dip for veggie slices, indulgent fried foods, and even sandwiches. I worked for many years in the restaurant industry, and I've read labels on every ranch dressing I could find in … [Read more...] about Easy Homemade Ranch Dressing
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Get A Beauty Boost With This Surprising Superfood
Earlier today, I was flipping through my copy of The Gelatin Secret, my friend Sylvie's beautiful new ebook. I was planning on writing up a nice post for you on how gelatin can strengthen bones, improve brain function, or heal gut health - all super fascinating stuff. Then I came upon the section on gelatin for beauty... I'll be the first to admit it: I wouldn't mind slowing down the aging process... just a little bit. … [Read more...] about Get A Beauty Boost With This Surprising Superfood
Can You Really Prevent Morning Sickness?
After my second baby was born, I learned that it may be possible to prevent morning sickness using proper prenatal nutrition. Turns out that the standard recommendation to take prenatal vitamins for three months before conception is just a bare-bones insurance plan. While I would have preferred not feeling awful for the first few months of pregnancy, I was excited to see if I could help other mamas to endure less … [Read more...] about Can You Really Prevent Morning Sickness?
What Would Emily Do (7/8)
Homeopathic Vaccines - Diet for Gout - Treating Thrush - Natural Birth Control - Sensitive Skin - Receding hairlines My inbox runneth over with questions from readers wondering – What would Emily do – about Real food and holistic health topics. I’ve created this Q&A to get your questions answered and for other folks to benefit from the answers too. But before we get started today... SB277 ALERT: If are concerned … [Read more...] about What Would Emily Do (7/8)
Why You May Need a Gut Healing Diet – Even if Your Digestion is Fine
[A note from Holistic Squid: I've written before about leaky gut - a condition that most doctors won't mention and can be at the root of so many health problems. In this post, Jennifer Dages shares how to know if you need a gut healing diet - even if you don't have any symptoms of unhappy digestion.] A few years ago I discovered that my teenage daughter needed a gut healing diet. Her main problem was irritable bowel … [Read more...] about Why You May Need a Gut Healing Diet – Even if Your Digestion is Fine
What Are Macros And Why Should You Care?
What are macros and why should you care? Though dieting is something I aim to avoid, lately I discovered that the balance of macronutrients (fat, carbs, and protein) in my real food lifestyle was WAY off. Based on the fact that I'm really physically active, I needed far more protein, and less fat and carbs than I was getting. Monitoring and shifting those proportions has helped me to lean out and have more energy. Do you … [Read more...] about What Are Macros And Why Should You Care?
How To Get Rid Of Teenage Acne Without Drugs
If high school isn't challenging enough – many teenagers must also deal with white heads, black heads, pustules, and old acne scars. While teenage acne is certainly normal, factors within your control may make it worse. This includes things like diet or finding ways to manage stress. The good news is that in spite of the surge of hormones that takes place during adolescence, there's a lot you and your teen can do to cure … [Read more...] about How To Get Rid Of Teenage Acne Without Drugs
The Best Diet for PCOS – 6 Strategies That May Surprise You
Natural treatments for PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) can be very effective, and among them is eating the right diet for this condition. Let's work out what the best diet for PCOS looks like (and why) - including some strategies that may surprise you. What is PCOS? PCOS is the most common hormonal disorder affecting as many as 1 in 10 women of childbearing age in the U.S., and it is the largest known cause of female … [Read more...] about The Best Diet for PCOS – 6 Strategies That May Surprise You
What I Ate Today: Jessamyn & Paul
Lately the "What I Ate Today" posts have been about people who mostly eat well and just need a few minor changes to make their diets great. Time to hear from the other 99%. I'm sure you know plenty of folks who aren't willing to eat a perfect diet but are interested in eating "better". Go ahead, raise your hand. No one's looking. (And if you're the 1% of perfect eaters, please forward this to a family member or … [Read more...] about What I Ate Today: Jessamyn & Paul
Is Milk Good? Is Milk Bad?
Is milk good? Is milk bad? The topic of milk consumption is loaded with lots of varying opinions weighing in with conviction and varying degrees of truth. Here are some common myths and facts and explanations in between: ALL milk does a body good - MYTH. The milk industry would have you believe that all milk (as long as it is pasteurized)- "Does a body good" and you too can achieve a "Body by Milk" akin to world class … [Read more...] about Is Milk Good? Is Milk Bad?
40 Fertility Superfoods To Eat Right Now
When you are trying to conceive, it's especially important to nourish your body with Real Food to optimize fertility and stock your body with the materials it needs to make a healthy baby. While this sounds logical, you may be surprised by some of the suggestions below. These nutrient-dense foods offer an abundance of fat-soluble vitamins, antioxidants, minerals and wholesome fats in six main categories: seafood, liver, full … [Read more...] about 40 Fertility Superfoods To Eat Right Now
What I Ate Today – Rayetta G.
Holistic Squid weighs in with a nutrient-dense spin on Rayetta G.'s diet. Rayetta, 29, lives in Salem, Oregon. She is a stay-at-home mom of three, busy with homeschooling, playing, and managing all of her household's duties. Check out what Rayetta ate today: Breakfast: One scrambled egg (pasture-raised) and a bowl of homemade granola (oats, almonds, sunflower seeds, coconut oil, honey) with raw milk and banana … [Read more...] about What I Ate Today – Rayetta G.