Homemade nut and seed butters are a great way for you to get healthy fats, protein, vitamins and minerals into you and your kids diet. They are especially handy during the postpartum period when good nutrition is vital, but spare time is something you don’t have a lot of. When made ahead nut and seed butters can be added to energy balls, spread on rice cakes or apple slices for quick and easy snacks.
Read MoreIn a time where hand washing is extremely important to reduce the spread of germs and viruses, its not always possible to access soap and warm water after being in a germy situation, so hand sanitizer can be very effective in killing any bacteria left on our hands. But how safe is antibacterial hand sanitizer really?
Read MoreIn my opinion, healthy meals and snacks are the best way to shower a new momma with gifts. Especially if mom is breastfeeding, hunger can strike at any moment, so having ready to grab, healthy snack on hand is a must!
Read MoreI first made this facial toner without the rose water, for my husband who’s skin is on the oiler side, causing him frequent pimples. Since the roses are in abundance in the garden right now, I thought they would be a prefect addition to his facial toner, and not just because they smell amazing.
Read MorePacked with goodness and flavour, these lavender energy bites are so great to have on hand for busy folks and hungry toddlers.
Read MoreI know it may seem a little daunting to make your own face cream, but its a cost effective way to nourish your skin, and it guarantees that you know every single ingredient that goes into it. While, I do have my favourite organic store bought products, there is something that feels so fulfilling about making your own skincare products at home.
Read MoreI don’t know about you, but these Alberta winters reek havoc on my skin. I’m constantly reaching for moisturizer or my salve to help relieve my dry skin. Sometimes our bodies largest organ just needs a little extra love. Whipping up this moisturizing oatmeal mask it a quick, easy and natural way to tackle our dry winter skin.
Read MoreThe popularity of spirulina has been picking up steam in the wellness industry for some time now, and for good reason. The blue-green sea algae has been studied for its ability to promote cell regeneration, which actively supports the immune system and helps to improve energy levels
Read MoreNow that the holiday dust has settled, its nice to indulge in some much needed downtime. Although now getting some time to rest, I find my self feeling a little run down. To help recover, my go to drink these last few days it a tea latte starring reishi mushrooms.
Read MoreWe just experienced two straight days of snow here in Calgary, and while it makes driving a little tricky, it sure is pretty. This weekend we just huddled inside, and curled up by the fire with a cocktail to fit the season.
Nothing says Christmas like a good cocktail, but I find pop and other sugary mixes a little too sweet, so I love to make my own.
Read MoreOkay, so if you haven’t noticed I’m a little obsessed with putting coffee into a blender. This version is a spin on Bulletproof coffee that uses high fats to help increase your energy, and hey, it helps that it tastes pretty good too! Whenever we do brunch, my girlfriends are always asking me to make this, but lets be serious, I make it everyday for myself.
Read MoreI have been buying natural home cleaning products for years now and have found they work just as well and can leave your house smelling clean and natural without the toxic residue.
Read MoreTo share a little homemade love with my friends and family this year, I’m making simple healing salve, using calendula (Calendula officinalis).
Read MoreAs someone who has never been known to turn down a walk to Starbucks for an almond milk latte, I felt inspired this year to do my best to craft my own. That way I can control the quality of the ingredients and the amount of sugar that goes into each cup! Plus, I find it tastes even better than a purchased latte, and its cheaper to make too.
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