MTHFR Gene Mutation: Choose Your Vitamins Carefully

by Cara | Mar 10, 2019 | GAPS Info, Pregnancy and Babies, supplements

Interpretations of lab test results do not always give an accurate picture of what is going on in the body. In the case of a MTHFR gene mutation (which is very common), it is common for people to show as having plenty of B9, or folate, in the blood. The problem with...

Mouth Taping for Good Health in Kids and Adults

by Cara | Jan 21, 2019 | Do it yourself and save, GAPS Info, Making Room For Healthy Changes, natural health, parenting, personal care

What would you think if I told you that braces, asthma medication, decongestants, ADHD medications, and even CPAP machines could be replaced by a simple $2 roll of tape? No, it’s not actually the tape that’s solving the problems, it’s just training...

My Naturally Carnivore Toddler (a Child-Led Weaning Story)

by Cara | Nov 1, 2018 | Carnivore Diet/Zero Carb Diet, GAPS Diet, GAPS Info, parenting, Pregnancy and Babies

It’s story time… with the rising popularity of the carnivore diet I know there will be parents wondering if this is an okay diet for children. While I wouldn’t recommend limiting your child to only animal foods, I do have a child who self-limited to...

ADHD: It’s More Than Just Too Much Sugar and Screen Time (the root is in the gut)

by Cara | Oct 26, 2018 | Chronic Conditions Caused By Leaky Gut, GAPS Info, natural health, parenting, Special Needs & Disability

ADHD is one of the most polarizing health topics.  Hyperactivity or inattention (ADD) have been blamed on too many electronics, lack of consistency in parenting, just boys being boys, too much structured time in the classroom, not enough structure at home, food...

Wax Paper Autumn Leaf ‘Stained Glass’ (Easy and Beautiful Natural Fall Craft for Preschoolers)

by Cara | Oct 3, 2018 | parenting

This fall craft is simple enough for even less-crafty families, makes good use of the treasure of leaves your little one collects on autumn walks, and looks absolutely beautiful in the light of a window. All you need to do this is about half an hour, waxed paper,...

Magnesium and Sulfur For A Better Night’s Sleep

by Cara | Sep 11, 2018 | Do it yourself and save, GAPS Info, Keto, personal care, Special Needs & Disability, supplements

When it comes to nutrient deficiencies, it is likely that our diets are too low in both sulfur and magnesium.  If our diets contain plenty of these minerals, our less-than optimal gut health may be preventing them from properly being absorbed. What are the signs...