Following the GAPS Diet reversed my chronic health issues. I'm excited to share with you my experience on how to start the GAPS intro diet. Starting the GAPS introduction diet Even though following the GAPS diet is delicious way to eat, changing the way you eat isn't easy. For me, focusing on the end goal was very helpful. … [Read more...] about How to Start the GAPS Intro Diet
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Essential Oil Stain Remover
Skip the toxic chemicals and remove laundry stains naturally with this essential oil stain remover. DIY stain remover for clothes These days, our toxic burden is already big... and it's growing (source)! I like to find as many ways as possible to reduce our exposure to chemicals. One really effective way to do this is to swap out commercial household products for safe, natural options. This essential oil stain remover is a great alternative to commercial stain removers. … [Read more...] about Essential Oil Stain Remover
Dill Dressing | Easy and Healthy
This dill dressing is the perfect topping or dip for salads, chicken, fish, and more! Dill dressing recipe Dressings and dips can turn ordinary meals into delicious, fancy dishes. They add variety, and when you use ingredients like homemade sour cream, they add an extra probiotic punch. … [Read more...] about Dill Dressing | Easy and Healthy
DIY Hand Sanitizer with Aloe Vera Gel
This DIY hand sanitizer with aloe vera gel is the perfect natural option for when you don't have water and soap to wash your hands. How do you make homemade hand sanitizer? It might sound like something that would be hard or complicated to make, but it is actually easy to make hand sanitizer at home. Regular hand sanitizer isn't the most natural thing you can put on your skin, so it's nice to be able to make it yourself, and be in control over all of the ingredients. … [Read more...] about DIY Hand Sanitizer with Aloe Vera Gel
Supplements for the GAPS Diet
Nutrition is by far the most important part of the GAPS diet, but there are some supplements that can be helpful. I'm going to share with you some supplements for the GAPS diet that have been helpful for me. GAPS supplements It's really important to remember that with the GAPS diet, and with healthy eating in general, nutrition is the absolute most important thing. You can't rely on only supplements to heal your gut. Focusing on nutrient dense food is what worked for me! … [Read more...] about Supplements for the GAPS Diet
Toilet Bombs | Easy DIY Toilet Cleaner
Cleaning the toilet just got a whole lot easier! Whip up some of these DIY toilet bombs, and you'll have a fast and easy natural toilet cleaner that leaves your toilet sparkling clean and smelling fresh. How to make fizzy toilet bombs What is a fizzy toilet bomb? Toilet bombs are easiest way to clean the toilet, and you need them in your life. I mean, who actually enjoys cleaning the toilet? Not me! With a perfectly natural toilet cleaner that is as easy as drop and fizz, … [Read more...] about Toilet Bombs | Easy DIY Toilet Cleaner
Nourishing Traditions Sourdough Bread
Do you want to learn to make healthy sourdough bread? I'm going to show you how to make a Nourishing Traditions sourdough bread recipe. Simple homemade sourdough bread This basic sourdough bread recipe is simple, healthy, and delicious. It is the perfect thing to make with your Nourishing Traditions sourdough starter, which I show how to make here. … [Read more...] about Nourishing Traditions Sourdough Bread
How to Keep Backyard Chickens
Keeping your own chickens is so much fun, and they can supply fresh eggs! Today I'm going to show you how to keep backyard chickens. A beginner's guide to keeping backyard chickens Chickens are a perfect part of urban homesteading. They are also wonderful symbiotic partners with a vegetable garden. Backyard chickens can provide fresh, high quality eggs, and are so relaxing and entertaining to watch. If you're new to the idea, but want to get started raising backyard … [Read more...] about How to Keep Backyard Chickens
Coming off of the GAPS Diet
The GAPS diet is designed to be temporary. There are various reasons for coming off of the GAPS diet. How and when I phased off of the GAPS diet I followed the GAPS diet for two full years, and experienced amazing results. It truly changed my life. Read all about how the GAPS diet changed our lives here. While I was in the middle of the GAPS Diet, I was so happy with the results, that I figured I'd live the rest of my life eating that way. Little did I know, things … [Read more...] about Coming off of the GAPS Diet
The Best Non Toxic Cleaning Products
Avoiding toxins is super important. We definitely don't want to add to our growing toxic burden! There are great options for natural household products, both DIY and purchased. In my opinion and experience, these are the best non toxic cleaning products. The best non toxic cleaning products: Why it matters Our bodies do have detoxification systems, but the more time goes on, the more toxic the world seems to get. It's a good idea to avoid toxic exposure as much as … [Read more...] about The Best Non Toxic Cleaning Products