Fresh or Frozen Raw Milk – Natural Beauty Products – Supplements for Kids – Alternative for Milk Based Formula – Feeding a Picky, Teething Toddler – Is my Baby's Vein a Sugar Bug? – Reducing Bone Broth – Seasonal Allergies Natural Remedy My inbox and Facebook wall runneth over with questions from readers about Real food and holistic health, so I have created this Q&A to get your questions answered and for other folks to … [Read more...] about What Would Emily Do? (8/15 Edition)
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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
A Surprising Benefit Of Sleep: Faster Weight Loss
Ah, sleep. Fluffy pillows. Smooth, cool sheets. Are you feeling me yet? If you are, the benefit of sleep isn't lost on you. Especially if you have a little one. As it turns out, most folks are aren't getting enough sleep (source). And the medical community has finally started to realize the benefit of sleep, noting a link between too little sleep and things like: Diabetes Hypertension High cholesterol … [Read more...] about A Surprising Benefit Of Sleep: Faster Weight Loss
Cure Acne With These 7 Simple Remedies
Tried every ointment, cream, and cleanser to cure acne? If you're no longer a teenager but still popping pimples, you might feel exasperated – won't this ever end? It's important to realize you're not alone – adult acne is common. So are antibiotics for acne or topical agents to "dry it out." But these methods often fall short of fixing the underlying problem. Both prescription and over-the-counter remedies to cure acne … [Read more...] about Cure Acne With These 7 Simple Remedies
Natural Remedies for Ear Infections – Alternatives to Antibiotics
Oweee! Junior's tugging on his ear while mastering some amazing high-pitched shrills. No one can sleep. And frustration and exhaustion wrestle with throbbing pain for the top bill in the earache show. Can natural remedies for ear infections really help? While there's no denying that ear infections can be particularly challenging for both kids and parents, most of these infections are not dangerous, and usually resolve on … [Read more...] about Natural Remedies for Ear Infections – Alternatives to Antibiotics
Natural Remedies for Sinus Infections – Alternatives to Antibiotics
I get questions nearly every week on my Facebook wall about natural remedies for sinus infections. Sinusitis can be downright miserable - your whole head throbbing with pain, congestion, plus a raw nose from constant blowing. I see folks in my office all the time in search of ways to treat sinus infections without antibiotics, and thankfully there are some super effective natural remedies for sinus infections that will … [Read more...] about Natural Remedies for Sinus Infections – Alternatives to Antibiotics
Almond Boy: Bid Your Sugar Cravings Buh-Bye
My friend Molly from OrganicSpark.com recently released her new book, Back to Butter. It is a treat to flip through the pages rich with beautiful images and mouth-watering recipes. When I got to the dessert section, this one really caught my eye: almond boy. A play on words, almond boy is reminiscent of the sticky sweet candy bar dipped in chocolate that I never really liked as a kid. With a traditional foods makeover, this … [Read more...] about Almond Boy: Bid Your Sugar Cravings Buh-Bye
Grandma’s Blueberry Muffins
Whenever I think of grandma's blueberry muffins, I get the warm and fuzzies. During the hot and humid Pennsylvania summers we used to spend a day picking blueberries, filling huge buckets with tiny berries while eating probably just as many. We'd come home happy with inky fingers, and my mom would freeze bags and bags of our bounty, so that mid-winter she could whip up a batch of grandma's blueberry muffins on a whim. I … [Read more...] about Grandma’s Blueberry Muffins
Dark Chocolate Bark with Salted Caramel and Macadamia Nuts
Does your sweetheart have a sweet tooth (like mine does)? This Valentine's day, why not skip the box of overpriced junky candy and make some dark chocolate bark with sensual salted caramel instead? As a general rule, us modern-day humans really don't need added sugar. But if you're anything like me, you're probably going to eat some sweets anyway. So to avoid the white sugar, high fructose corn syrup, nasty preservatives and … [Read more...] about Dark Chocolate Bark with Salted Caramel and Macadamia Nuts
What Would Emily Do? (4/30 Edition)
Natural Remedies for Pain After Birth – Organic Raw Nuts Worth the Cost? – Night Terror Solutions – Refined Coconut Oil Healthy? – Sugar Cravings and ADHD – Alternative Treatment for Uterine Fibroids 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 … [Read more...] about What Would Emily Do? (4/30 Edition)
Alternatives To Toxic Nail Polish
I know, I know. There are more important topics to discuss in the world, but today we are going to talk about nail polish. I've been hearing my crunchy friends criticize the health risks of toxic nail polish, and frankly I've covered my ears and hummed a happy tune. I've converted to homemade lotion; I do my best to be green; and I source local, organic, sustainable food. With all these health and eco-conscious things … [Read more...] about Alternatives To Toxic Nail Polish
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