Quick Linguine with Roasted Tomatoes and Fresh Basil
The end of the summer means cool crisp mornings, and big heirloom tomatoes. There have been times I’ve had more tomatoes than I knew what to do with….of course I never complained, that just meant more yummy flavorful tomatoes to eat and to give away! This year was a little different, sadly, out of 5 tomato plants, we only got a couple handfuls. I’ll admit, … Continue reading Quick Linguine with Roasted Tomatoes and Fresh Basil
6 Simple ways to reduce toxins from your home
When I first started changing the way we ate it felt overwhelming, the more I learned the more I became aware that not only our food supply was tainted, but everything from our shampoo, to our cleaning products, and even the clothes we are wearing were making us sick. I knew that for me I needed to start slow, deal with the food issue first, … Continue reading 6 Simple ways to reduce toxins from your home
Homemade Roasted Garlic Hummus
Hummus has gotten really popular in the last few years, and for good reason. Its a delicious, healthy and quick snack thats very versatile. Hummus is one of those things I would buy week after week. When we are having things like chicken for dinner Avah (who is mostly vegetarian, I say mostly because she will eat some hamburger….. sometimes….) can always eat hummus for … Continue reading Homemade Roasted Garlic Hummus
Dry Brushing
A few years ago I had a little bit of a scare. I was at a New Years Eve party, and I happened to put my fingers under my chin. I noticed a lump on my neck directly under the center of my chin. I remember going on with my evening and not thinking a whole lot about it. A couple days later, I noticed … Continue reading Dry Brushing
Blueberry Lemon Muffins with Lemon Sugar Sprinkle
A couple of years ago, some friends of ours invited us to their house to pick blueberries. She said they had more blueberries than they knew what to do with, and even with the birds getting their bellies full there were still plenty to pick. It was the 4th of July, so I knew I had some convincing to do with my husband. After a … Continue reading Blueberry Lemon Muffins with Lemon Sugar Sprinkle
Cucumber Salad
I love the simplicity of dishes like this one, its fresh, seasonal, and super healthy! I have probably made this dish a hundred times. We all love it, for the exception of Roman that eats around the tomatoes, oh, and Aubrey who picks out the onions, but other than that its one of our favorites. After we eat if theres any left Avah usually volunteers … Continue reading Cucumber Salad
DIY Magnesium Oil
Magnesium is a mineral that is present in our bones and every organ in the body. It plays an important role in maintaining regularity of heart rhythms, and converting blood sugar into energy, among many other things. As many as 80% of us are deficient in this vital mineral, and we are paying the price physically. A couple reasons why we are not getting adequate … Continue reading DIY Magnesium Oil
