Macaroni and cheese is a favorite comfort food. And just because you eliminate gluten from your diet doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy this childhood favorite! Made with a base of rice pasta, raw cream, and raw butter, this macaroni and cheese is not only gluten-free, but nutrient dense! “When I was a little kid there […]
Archives for January 2014
Healthy and Homemade Fruit Snacks
Gummy fruit snacks are a kid-favorite; however, most store-bought fruit gummies are filled with processed sugars and other bizarre ingredients. These homemade fruit snacks present a similar consistency to gummies without all the junk. In fact, they are made with the incredibly healthy gelatin, and can be made in a variety of flavors! “What if […]
Homemade Electrolyte Drink Recipe
This homemade electrolyte drink recipe isn’t just for kids or athletes. While exercising, or just plain fulfilling physically demanding work (especially outside), a person’s energy and hydration levels can decrease rapidly. If they are not vigilant or aware, major fatigue can set in quickly and could be potentially dangerous. Most electrolyte drinks (or “sports drinks” […]
DIY Hair Gel
Most commercial hair gels are laden with numerous chemicals that are harsh on your scalp. By making your own hair gel, you will save money and your scalp. This DIY hair gel recipe works to control frizz and shape curls. It only requires three ingredients, including good-for-you gelatin! “Need to keep your curls in check? […]
How to Hydrate for Metabolic Health
We all know how essential water is to the human body. Our bodies need water for proper function, and our metabolisms rely greatly on it. But can we over-hydrate? Is it possible to drink too much water? This post explores why drinking too much water can be detrimental to your health, and specifically to […]
GAPS Diet Slow Cooker Pork Soup
In the dead on winter, there is nothing like a big bowl of warm and cozy soup. Life gets even better if that soup can be made in the crockpot! This easy recipe for pork soup can be cooked in the crockpot and is full of vegetables and flavor. This pork soup is GAPS diet […]
Homemade Velveeta Recipe
We are often in need of a good, smooth, and creamy cheese, whether for a particular recipe or simply on its own! Commercial Velveeta cheese is stuffed with odd ingredients that are detrimental to your health. This homemade Velveeta cheese is made with gelatin, a health-boosting ingredient, and tastes even better than its inspiration. You […]
Raw Biscotti Recipe Made with Blueberry, Orange, and Pistaccio
Biscotti tastes wonderfully when dunked in coffee and can be a fantastic treat at any time of the day. This raw biscotti recipe is made with pistachio and pumpkin seed flour, coconut flakes, dried blueberries, and orange juice and zest. With this easy-to-follow raw biscotti recipe, you’ll be diving in to crunchy goodness with minimum […]
DIY Reusable Food Wrap
This quick and simple DIY project will result in an adorable and reusable food wrap for you! This post has fantastic suggestions about food storage and promises that this reusable food wrap can last for up to a year! “Reasons To ♥ Reusable Food Wrap If you’re like me, there’s probably no love lost between you […]
Paleo Mayo Recipe
Mayonnaise is a favorite topping and ingredient, but the ingredients in mayo itself are not so appealing. This homemade paleo mayo is made with yummy seasonings, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar. It is simple to make and tastes fantastic! “Wow! I can’t believe it’s taken me until my 40s to have a go at […]