Both of my children were born with a faint blue vein on the bridge of their noses, and like any sufficiently paranoid mother, I would squint and study it trying to figure out what it could possibly be... a bruise, a birth mark, something else? For years in the Chinese medicine community I heard whisperings of this blue vein being a reliable diagnostic tool for predicting a sensitivity to sugar. I took note, and have used this … [Read more...] about Is Your Baby’s Blue Vein a Sugar Bug?
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5 Easy DIY Christmas Ornaments
[Holistic Squid note: You may know I'm not much of a DIYer, but the crafts in question are as simple, cheap, and easy as Naomi's beautiful DIY Christmas ornaments, even I can't resist getting in on the homemade fun.] As Christmas approaches, I love the idea of getting ready with the kids, going all DIY and making Christmas crafts while singing carols and drinking hot chocolate or hot spiced apple juice afterwards. In … [Read more...] about 5 Easy DIY Christmas Ornaments
The Truth About Low Carb High Fat Diets For Weight Loss
I've long been a fan of butter and bacon as a part of a healthy diet. For many folks, a low carb high fat diet can be a lifesaving choice. In this post Jennifer shares how her husband lost weight and improved his health without passing on the bacon. ~Emily The low carb high fat (LCHF) diet is a change from what has been promoted for many years in the medical system. After years of promoting a low fat diet, it has become … [Read more...] about The Truth About Low Carb High Fat Diets For Weight Loss
8 Reasons To Eat Local Foods
I've talked before about the best ways to support your local foodshed, but I confess, it's super easy to buy for convenience over the doing the "right thing" sometimes. YKWIM? Keeping my best intentions - the reasons for eating local - fresh in my mind helps me to make better choices. Which one of these things below strikes the biggest cord for you? ~Emily In the past several years there has been a growing “eat local” … [Read more...] about 8 Reasons To Eat Local Foods
The Eczema Cure Links
These are a list of product links that are quoted in The Eczema Cure ... grouped by category, not as they appear in the book. Books, Movies & other Reading Environmental Working Group’s Skin Deep database King Corn GAPS Diet Nourishing Traditions Real Food Fermentation Reversing Food Allergies Kitchen Supplies Food Processor Dutch Oven Seedling Heat Mats Personal Care & Cleaning … [Read more...] about The Eczema Cure Links
How To Choose The Healthiest Fruits And Vegetables
My recommendation is to eat seasonal, local, and organic everything when possible. But since we don't live in a wellness bubble, it's good to know what your choices are. If money's tight, pickin's are slim, or you find yourself sitting in front of a restaurant menu, here's a guide to help you choose the healthiest fruits and vegetables for you and your family. What's the big deal about organic produce? Practically every … [Read more...] about How To Choose The Healthiest Fruits And Vegetables
Brown Butter Sage Marshmallows (The Perfect Sweet Potato Casserole Topper!)
I'm not one for fussy food, but sometimes holidays call for elaborate and fun surprises. That's why I was so thrilled to find these brown butter sage marshmallows from BraveTart in planning this year's thanksgiving menu. The original recipe calls for corn syrup, but I knew from past experiments that both honey and maple syrup make wonderful marshmallows too. Savory brown butter and sage in a traditionally sugary treat? … [Read more...] about Brown Butter Sage Marshmallows (The Perfect Sweet Potato Casserole Topper!)
Interview With a Lover of Backyard Chickens
When I first met my friend Sophie, I quickly realized she wasn't your typical chick. She knew things - about bees, about chickens, about all things pastoral really. Dubbed forevermore in my heart as Farm Girl, I love to spend an afternoon hanging with Sophie as she tends to her numerous chickens and kids, hearing the latest gossip from the coop and egging her on to get some milking goats and build a duck pond. Today we chat … [Read more...] about Interview With a Lover of Backyard Chickens
How to Use Diatomaceous Earth to Get Rid of Pests Naturally
This summer the ants came marching one by one all over our house. With our California drought, they seemed to be desperate for moisture, as they'd often march right past a sticky spoonful of honey, heading instead for the nearest half-full water glass. We tried just about everything (both natural and toxic), but still the ants kept coming. Then someone suggested diatomaceous earth. I’d heard of the stuff before, but I … [Read more...] about How to Use Diatomaceous Earth to Get Rid of Pests Naturally
How To Heal Leaky Gut
In our last post about gut healing, Jennifer explained why you may need a gut healing diet - even if you don't have digestive problems. Here she walks us through the basics of how to heal leaky gut. ~Emily Oy! So many health conditions seem hopeless, just the emotional drag of it all is enough overwhelm. AMIRIGHT? Things like chronic fatigue syndrome, migraines, eczema, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis. The medical community … [Read more...] about How To Heal Leaky Gut
The Best Grain Free Birthday Cake Recipes
A kid's birthday party can be a fun and festive affair without becoming a sugar and processed food disaster. This photo above was taken at my son's fifth birthday party. As you can hopefully tell, it's Star Wars themed, and as you can clearly see, I made that cake myself. A little secret - I suck at baking. It's a miracle that there's a cake sitting on that plate and I'm not crying in the corner. So rather than share my … [Read more...] about The Best Grain Free Birthday Cake Recipes
What Would Emily Do? (7/8 Edition)
Severe Morning Sickness – Stinky Backyard Chickens – Probiotics that work – Chemotherapy Side Effects – Cloves for Tooth Abscess - Spinal Surgery Healing - Alternative for Antibiotics for Wheezing I hope you're enjoying a fun and festive summer. I've been spending the past week hitting the beach and celebrating my daughter's fourth birthday with princesses and pompoms galore. But alas, even this beach girl needs some work … [Read more...] about What Would Emily Do? (7/8 Edition)