My journey
Salty Life Lessons: Goals and Fear
Life is full of lessons. Sometimes they come from where you least expect them. But, often those are also the most beautiful lessons.
October 21, 2021
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Blog
Healthy Body
Healthy Baking Substitutes
Baked goods are so yummy, but they can be filled with ingredients that lack nutritional value, that can cause inflammation or disrupt the function of a healthy gut. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Check out these simple swaps to turn your baked goods into nutrient dense treats.
October 21, 2021
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Healthy Home
How Breathing Could Harm Your Health
Under normal circumstances, many people are indoors 80% of the time. Over the past year and a half…I’d say it’s fair to assume that percentage is even higher. Our homes are supposed to be the place where we are safe. But what if your home is poisoning your body instead? The air within our homes can actually be filled with many different toxic substances. These air pollutants are present in much higher concentrations because indoor areas are often enclosed and less ventilated. This means it is easy for air pollutants to enter your home, but it’s very difficult to get them out!
October 7, 2021
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Recipes
Instant Pot Yogurt (Dairy-Free + Vegan Options)
Instant Pot Yogurt is so easy to make you’ll never want to buy it again. The best part is you get to control the ingredients, which makes it great for special diets or allergies. Check out these three different options (regular, dairy-free, and vegan) for making your very own yogurt.
September 23, 2021
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Healthy Body
Why you should rethink using hand sanitizer
Even with the most effective of hand sanitizers, you need to seriously consider if they’re worth the risk. Why? There are two primary reasons: harmful ingredients and unintended consequences.
September 9, 2021
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Misc Gold
When is the next Target car seat trade-in event?
If it’s about time to upgrade your child’s car seat, now is the perfect time! Target’s trade-in program is soon and is a great opportunity to both recycle your old car seat, and get a discount on a new one!
September 6, 2021
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Healthy Body
Triple Antibiotic Ointments: Do the Benefits Outweigh the Risks?
What is your first line of defense for cuts and scrapes? If it’s an antibiotic ointment, you may want to reconsider.
August 26, 2021
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Healthy Body
Toxic Load: the Hidden Danger to Children
I previously shared in my article on Body Burden, the results of some studies that have been conducted. These studies prove that children’s bodies are
August 12, 2021
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Healthy Home
How Plants Could Save Your Life
Many people today spend the majority of their time indoors, whether by choice or not. And, unfortunately, the air in our homes (and even office buildings) can be toxic to our health. Houseplants help create a welcoming and homey environment in your home or office. But that’s not the only thing they’re good for. These houseplants can also improve indoor air quality. Why? Because, believe it or not, they help remove toxins.
July 29, 2021
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