The more research we read about common American household cleaners, the more and more we whip up our own natural multipurpose cleaners, toilet cleaners, and stainless steel cleaners. We love a clean, disinfected home, but not at the expense of dangerous chemicals sloshed across our kitchen counters or lurking in cupboards within reach of little […]

It’s no secret that we live in a high tech world. The internet isn’t going anywhere, and people are falling in mall fountains while texting and walking. Thanks to our cell phones, we have the internet with us everywhere we go. And while many of us make efforts to take breaks from the screen on […]

Our oral health is so vital to the overall health of our bodies, which is why we strive to take great care of our mouths. This involves the obvious brushing of teeth, oil pulling, and avoiding harmful chemicals by making our own toothpaste. But if we aren’t vigilant about keeping our actually toothbrushes clean, then […]

If you’re living a more holistic lifestyle, chances are you have stores of natural remedies and health supporters like honey, essential oils, and herbs on hand. These, and more, are all great ways to support the immune system and treat everyday health issues in a gentler way. In order to preserve items like organic herbs, […]

I remember watching my grandfather till the ground to plant his garden. I remember watching him plant seeds and faithfully tend that garden while small sprouts of vegetables began to make their existence known. I remember standing in that garden with my grandma, admiring all that we were about to pick. I remember washing and […]

As we begin a new year, many folks are making all kinds of resolutions. Some are set on breaking bad habits, while others are determined to add new good habits. Whoever you stand on that scale, we think a happiness jar is a fantastic idea. You see, along with Vitamin D and nutrient-dense foods, practicing […]

  Earlier this year, I was given the chance to try the Live Longer Pillow. At first, I was skeptical and wondered what about this pillow would live up to the claim of helping users live longer. As I often do, I researched the materials used in the pillow and was surprised what I found. […]

There’s something about cookbooks that makes me feel extra domestic. I can remember flipping through my grandma’s old cookbooks while watching her whip up recipes she had memorized long ago. I had so much fun discovering new dishes, and even familiar dishes like meatloaf and pizza with a different spin. I love old cookbooks and […]

No matter how hard we try to keep things clean, organized, and our belongings under control, we as people just seem to collect so much stuff over short periods of time. I think most of us have at least one junk drawer, junk closet, or even a junk room where all the miscellaneous items that do […]

You’ve heard it before: If you fail to plan, you plan to fail. This concept is really no different when it comes to planning your meals for your family. By taking the time to formulate a workable meal plan, you will be able to better buy real food on a budget and save you time […]