Lead and Arsenic in our soil and water supply. Mercury in the oceans and fish. Aluminium in the brains of patients with Alzheimer’s. Heavy metals are known carcinogens (cancer causing) and even a small amount above acceptable exposure can quickly cause multi-organ failure. We know that heavy metals are serious business and are cautious. we …
Autism: It’s Not Just MMR or ‘Genetics’ – take a look at how gut health is related to autism
Autism is a developmental disorder that starts in early childhood and affects the child’s ability to communicate, form relationships, and difficulties with language. It is considered to have an unknown cause but in the US the cases of autism have been skyrocketing in the last couple decades. The latest estimate of autism prevalence—1 in 68—is …
Low-Carb Cheddar Sauce (egg free, starch free, easy)
You probably already have cream, cheddar cheese, and cream cheese in your fridge and can whip this up tonight! This cheese sauce is a new family favorite that is used for everything from pouring over steak to dipping veggies in to using for cauliflower macaroni and cheese. This recipe is made easily over the stovetop, …
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The Food Allergy-Behavior Link (how an allergy can cause rage, depression, and more)
Childhood behavioral and emotional problems affect all our families – if you don’t have a child with behavioral needs, it is likely there are one or two of them in your child’s class. Understanding and solving these behavioral problems is on the forefront of in-tune parents minds. One thing often missing during desperate searches for …
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Chaffles: Low Carb Waffles Made with just Eggs and Cheese
What if I told you… that these waffles are low-carb, gluten-free, delicious, and made with only 2 ingredients? Too good to be true, right? No, not at all! You’ve gotta try these chaffles ASAP! And the good news is that you probably already have these ingredients in your fridge. The ‘chaffle’ as they’re called – …
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Hearty Grilled Steak and Potato Skewers
We all love the traditional meat/squash/tomato/mushroom/meat skewers, but sometimes you want something a little more stick-to-your-ribs. Still bursting with flavor, and cooked quickly on the grill, these steak-and-potatoes skewers brings the social activity of cooking and the heat outside for a meal that may become your new favorite grill meal. Start here: Outdoor Propane Grilling for Any Meal …
5 Signs You are Fat Adapted (Keto)
When people start the ketogenic diet, they often quickly notice a weight loss of 10 lbs, increased energy, lessening of anxiety and depression within the first week, along with less hunger and carb cravings. These quick wins are so encouraging that it’s a no-brainer to stick with the keto diet. Want to start the keto …
Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole
“I LOVE casserole!” My 5-year-old exclaimed when he saw this come out of the oven last week. Not something uttered by many young children’s mouths, but this casserole is an exception! A staple all winter long, this Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole is loved by everyone in our house. Leftover Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole is delicious heated up …
Outdoor Propane Grilling for Any Meal (an introduction)
Grilling for Busy Moms Think you don’t have time to learn how to grill? Or that it’s overly complex and one more thing you don’t need to add to your life? I’m here to prove you wrong! Or at least encourage you to give outdoor grilling a chance. Maybe you have been led to believe …
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Silky Smooth Coconut-Lime Fat Bombs (Keto, GAPS, Paleo)
These dairy-free and nut-free fat bombs are absolutely delicious with their sweet and slightly tart flavor, and silky smooth with the velvety coconut cream. These, along with the Lemon Cheesecake Fat Bombs, are a favorite for my oldest son and me. My other two kids favor the Nutbutter Cup versions, but really they’re all delicious! …
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Tart Cherry-Raspberry Real Fruit Ring Pops
There is nothing that tugs on a mama’s heart strings like knowing your child feels left out, and that’s exactly the feeling that I got when my children dutifully handed over their corn-syrup and food dye filled ring pops after going through birthday party goodie bags or Valentine’s Day loot. Ring pops are fun, I …
Your Bugs Are Screaming for Sugar (why gut microbes are making your kids PICKY)
Picky eating starts in most preschoolers as they learn that they don’t always agree with their parents. Picky eating almost always starts as a combination of asserting independence and ‘picky eating gut flora’. Unfortunately most methods of parenting children that are picky eaters only address the behavior itself – but it’s just as important, and …
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