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17 Must-Read Health & Wellness Blogs
AutoImmune Paleo has been an amazing resource as I prepare for my Whole30, and it got me thinking, especially as I begin my journey toward the Whole 30 (I start Monday. This is me having a panic attack. Breathe, Brea, breathe…). I am always looking for motivation, inspiration, and know there are a number of amazingly motivating blogs…
Read MoreLavender Lip Balm Recipe
Yesterday, I got tired of having alligator skin. For those of you not up in the North, this is what happens when you deal with sub-zero temperatures for weeks at a time. It literally sucks the life moisture out of you. I haven’t been a huge fan of store-bought beauty products for some time. Yes, There…
Read MoreHow to Use Honey in Your Beauty Routine
I’ve written quite a few articles about using kitchen items in my beauty routine. I regularly use baking soda, vinegar (as a conditioner), and “cooking” oils (always cold-pressed and organic), as well as essential oils in my beauty routine. Well I also know how to use honey for beauty reasons too. How to Use Honey…
Read MoreHow do You Wash Your Hair Without Shampoo?
I’ve received quite a few questions about my no ‘poo experience in the past few weeks. Many of you want to know what the transition period is like, and how things feel after you’ve been doing the whole no ‘poo thing for an extended period of time. But the question I was getting most? How do…
Read MoreWhy I Won’t Use Coconut Oil on My Face
Let me start by saying that I love coconut oil. I love to cook with it, and I even use it to shave with. But I won’t use coconut oil on my face. At least, not since the massive breakout of 2012.Those were NOT fun times Why I Won’t Use Coconut Oil on My Face…
Read MoreOil Cleansing: What It Is & Why You Should Try It
Let’s talk about your face (and mine), shall we? Hopefully, we’re all in agreement that face-washing is mandatory. If you aren’t washing your face every night, you need to start. NOW. I’ll wait…. We’re good? Okay. I’ll continue with more about oil cleansing. Oil Cleansing: What It Is & Why You Should Try It When…
Read MoreKick Being Sick Naturally
Okay, moms (and dads-I don’t want to leave anyone out!). If your kiddos are in school or around other kids at all, it’s time to talk about “the crud.” I’ve got my go-to, “I don’t have time for this so get well NOW” recipe for you to kick being sick naturally. Kick Being Sick Naturally…
Read MoreWhy You Should Try Oil Pulling
Oil pulling may sound a bit foreign to you. It certainly did to me when I started researching how to heal my gums and improve my overall health. When I first heard about Oil Pulling, I wasn’t really sure what to think. Why You Should Try Oil Pulling Pushing oil around your mouth for close…
Read MoreHow I Helped My Hypothyroid Symptoms With A Paleo Diet
*deep breath* This post has been a long time coming. While I started this blog as a journey to chronicle my health and hypothyroid symptoms, I’ve found that changing my fuel (read: food) helped to increase my athletic abilities. I started by transitioning to pescatarian, then vegetarian, and finally vegan. How I Helped My Hypothyroid…
Read MorePrimal Life Organics Dirty Poo Review
I have to say that I’m loving the results that my hair gets from no ‘pooing. Before I jumped on the no ‘poo bandwagon, I had to shampoo every single day, and If I skipped, it was obvious. That being said, since I started no ‘poo, I had been having a similar problem so I…
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