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Raspberry Pomegranate Iced Tea

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How to make a Raspberry Pomegranate Iced Tea using fresh pomegranate juice and other wholesome ingredients to deliver […]

March 27, 2023 Recipes

How to Make a Homemade Natural Eyeliner

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How to make a homemade all-natural eyeliner that doesn’t run, burn, or flake, works beautifully, is waste-free, and […]

March 13, 2023 Beauty

How to Make Calendula Oil at Home

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How to make a healing calendula-infused oil from scratch at home using only two ingredients. Calendula oil is […]

February 27, 2023 Natural Home

How to Save Seeds from Homegrown Vegetables

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Saving seeds from your homegrown vegetables, fruits, herbs, and greens involves three steps: Selecting seeds from the most […]

February 13, 2023 Natural Home

How to Start a Regenerative Garden at Home

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Regenerative gardening uses the natural ecosystem to help keep pests and diseases under control. Organic practices are used […]

February 6, 2023 Natural Home

How to Make Rosemary Water for Hair Growth

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How to make rosemary water from scratch at home to use on hair to help get rid of […]

January 30, 2023 Beauty

How to Use Aloe Vera to Clear Up Acne Scars, Pimples and Black spots

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How aloe vera gel can be an effective treatment for acne scars, pimples, and dark spots on skin, […]

January 23, 2023 Beauty

How to Whiten White Clothes Naturally (No Bleach)

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How to whiten white clothes naturally without bleach. Here are some natural alternatives to chemical bleach that work […]

January 9, 2023 Natural Home

The “Exposome” & Our Exposure to Toxins, EMF’s and More

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Exposome seems like a made-up word someone’s coined up, right? But, it’s actually one of the most important […]

January 2, 2023 Health

Repair Instead of Replace (Change Our Throwaway Culture)

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Rather than throwing away broken items as soon as they break, see if they can be repaired in […]

December 26, 2022 Natural Home

How to Make a Nourishing Bone Broth

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How to make a deeply nourishing bone broth from scratch at home. Bone broth is packed full of […]

December 19, 2022 Recipes

What’s in Our Tap Water & How to Filter Out Contaminants

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In Australia alone, over 300 chemicals are added to water supplies to help disinfect and kill any microorganisms […]

December 12, 2022 Natural Home

How to Make Lavender Water (with Fresh or Dried Lavender)

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How to make homemade DIY Lavender Water using organic fresh or dried lavender buds. This lavender hydrosol can […]

December 5, 2022 Natural Home

Homemade Plant Protein Powder

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This DIY 5-ingredient plant protein powder is the perfect recipe for adding more clean, healthy, good quality plant […]

November 28, 2022 Recipes

How to Make Homemade Vanilla Extract from Scratch

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You only need 2 ingredients to this make homemade vanilla extract: Vanilla beans and vodka. The vanilla beans […]

November 21, 2022 Recipes

Keto Dairy-Free Coconut Crêpes

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These dairy-free, keto-friendly Coconut Flour Crêpes taste just like the real thing. They bend and fold easily, and […]

November 14, 2022 Recipes

How to Make Homemade Pickles with Leftover Pickle Juice

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Do you ever wonder what to do with the leftover pickle juice once you’ve finished up your favourite […]

November 7, 2022 Recipes

How to Make Organic Rose Water at Home

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How to make a simple homemade DIY Rose Water using organic fresh or dried rose petals. This hydrosol […]

November 3, 2022 Natural Home

DIY Natural Hair Dyes for Any Hair Colour (That Actually Work)

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All-natural hair dyes you can make at home using a range of herbs and natural ingredients to help […]

October 27, 2022 Beauty

Creamy Pumpkin Soup

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Here’s a simple Pumpkin Soup recipe that’ll make any mama proud. Packed with nutritious healthy ingredients, you won’t […]

October 20, 2022 Recipes

How to Make Greek Yoghurt Without a Yoghurt Maker

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Here is my go-to recipe for making thick, creamy Greek-style yoghurt, without any of the additives (guar gum, […]

October 13, 2022 Recipes

Homemade All-Natural Cough Syrup… That Works!

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This Homemade Cough Syrup is a honey-spice-cider remedy that’s potent enough to calm and soothe a sore throat […]

October 6, 2022 Remedies

How to Make Mayonnaise

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Almost all of the mayonnaise you can buy in the shops is made with vegetable oils, which are […]

September 29, 2022 Recipes

Vegan Gluten-Free Nutella Donuts

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The best thing about these vegan gluten-free Nutella donuts is how easy they are to make! Everyone will […]

September 22, 2022 Recipes

How to Make Low-Carb Keto Pasta

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This keto pasta is a delicious, easy low-carb alternative to traditional pasta noodles! It’s made with just 6 […]

September 8, 2022 Recipes

How to Make Fermented Pickles at Home

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An easy step-by-step guide to making delicious, crunchy, probiotic-rich pickles! The pickle brine can also be enjoyed as […]

September 1, 2022 Recipes

Keto Coconut & Macadamia Frappuccino (Dairy-Free Starbucks Copycat)

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This keto iced frappé is a low-carb, sugar-free, high-fat take on the famous Starbucks frozen blended frappuccino! It’s […]

August 25, 2022 Recipes

How to Make the BEST Homemade Nutella (Vegan + GF)

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A healthier, palm oil-free spin on the crowd favourite, Nutella! It requires just 6 ingredients to make. Did […]

August 18, 2022 Recipes

Use Your Sour Almond Milk to Make Pancakes

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Do you ever have almond milk that’s gone a little sour? Don’t throw it away, it can actually […]

August 11, 2022 Recipes

All-Natural Homemade Hair Conditioner

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This homemade hair conditioner recipe is actually a leave-in conditioner that uses all-natural ingredients to promote soft, shiny, […]

August 4, 2022 Beauty

Low-Carb Cauliflower Tortillas (Grain-Free)

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A super easy cauliflower tortilla recipe using just 4 ingredients! These cauliflower wraps are very malleable and can […]

July 28, 2022 Recipes

How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds Leftover from the Pumpkin

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Not sure what to do with the leftover pumpkin seeds you have lying around after cooking a pumpkin […]

July 21, 2022 Recipes

Dairy-Free Keto Strawberry Frozen Yoghurt

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This strawberry frozen yoghurt recipe is super easy to make. No fancy equipment needed, just your simple kitchen blender. It […]

July 14, 2022 Recipes

How to Make Almond Meal from Leftover Almond Pulp

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Have you made a batch of homemade almond milk, but aren’t sure what to do with the leftover […]

July 7, 2022 Recipes

Low-Carb Roasted Zucchini Hummus

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A low-carb alternative to traditional chickpea hummus, with all the flavour and no chickpeas! Chickpeas are a wonderful […]

June 30, 2022 Recipes

Low-Carb Seed Crackers

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These healthy low-carb keto seed crackers are great for snacking on and go perfectly well with any natural, […]

June 23, 2022 Recipes

Keto Coconut Pancakes with Berry Compôte

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These easy, low-carb keto pancakes are fluffy, soft and absolutely delicious. Rather than using grain flours, almond and […]

June 16, 2022 Recipes

Bulletproof Keto Hot Chocolate

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How to make a keto hot chocolate with just 5 ingredients! This sugar-free, low carb, high-fat hot cocoa […]

June 9, 2022 Recipes

How to Make Fermented Pineapple Vinegar from Pineapple Scraps

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How to make a probiotic-rich pineapple vinegar using the leftover rind of a fresh pineapple. I often have […]

June 2, 2022 Recipes

How to Make Thick, Creamy Acai Bowls Every Time

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How to make thick, creamy acai bowls from start to finish, as well as a few simple ways […]

May 26, 2022 Recipes

Easy Overnight “Oats” (Without the Oats!)

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How to make the perfect batch of overnight oats (just without the oats). I switch out the oats […]

May 19, 2022 Recipes

Health Lessons We Can Learn from Blue Zones – Healthy Ageing & Longevity

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Those parts of the world with more centenarians than anywhere else. I first heard of Blue Zones about […]

May 12, 2022 Health

DIY Activated Charcoal Whitening Tooth Powder

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How to make an all-natural homemade tooth whitening powder to give teeth an extra shine and help remove […]

May 5, 2022 Beauty

High Protein Vegan Chocolate Mousse

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Chocolatey dairy-free high protein mousse!! Swap out the moo for tofu and no one will ever know… If […]

April 28, 2022 Recipes

Why I Shop at My Local Organic Farmers Market

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The average farmer in Australia makes just 18 cents of every dollar when you buy from large supermarkets. […]

April 21, 2022 Natural Home

Why I Shop at Thrift Stores First for All of My Clothing

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Why I shop at thrift stores first. I made a commitment to myself when I moved back in […]

April 14, 2022 Natural Home

How to Make a Simple Dream Catcher (Step-By-Step)

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Dream Catchers originated with the Native Americans, but rose to popularity in the Western World back in the […]

April 7, 2022 Natural Home

How to Make Rice Paper for Homemade Rice Paper Rolls

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An easy step-by-step guide to making your very own edible rice paper. I just love rice paper rolls. […]

March 31, 2022 Recipes

My Life Without a Car Over the Past 8 Months

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Since June 6, 2021, I have lived my life without a car. Why? One of the biggest reasons […]

March 24, 2022 Natural Home

A Super Simple One-Pot Vegan Split Pea Soup

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Vegan Split Pea Soup is a delicious mix of green split peas, carrots, celery, onion, cabbage and a […]

March 17, 2022 Recipes

Flourless Avocado Brownies (Vegan & GF)

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These Avocado Brownies are a delicious, easy gluten-free + vegan dessert, using avocado in place of oil or […]

March 10, 2022 Recipes

DIY Peppermint Oil (Made Without a Still)

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How to make peppermint-infused oil without all the distilling equipment! This is the method I use for making peppermint-infused oil from scratch, that doesn’t require distilling. Infused […]

March 3, 2022 Natural Home

Red Spinach & Potato Curry (Aloo Palak-Inspired)

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This quick and easy Spinach & Potato (Aloo Palak) curry recipe is an Indian-inspired dish I recreated to […]

February 24, 2022 Recipes

3-Ingredient Vegan Hot Cocoa

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Here it is – My go-to homemade hot chocolate that’s way better (and healthier) than any packaged mix […]

February 17, 2022 Recipes

DIY Castor Oil Pack (& Why to Do One)

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Castor oil packs are one of my favourite ways to gently detox my body. I personally use them […]

February 10, 2022 Remedies

Homemade Lentil Tortillas (Vegan, GF & Plastic-Free!)

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One-ingredient red lentil tortillas that are naturally grain-free, vegan and are free of plastic packaging! You only need red […]

February 3, 2022 Recipes

Homemade Vegan Moussaka

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How to make your very own vegan moussaka at home to bring a taste of Greece into the […]

January 20, 2022 Recipes

Honey Soy Glazed Brussels Sprouts

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These Honey Soy Brussels Sprouts are a vegan spin on the classic honey soy chicken. Crispy roasted brussel […]

January 13, 2022 Recipes

How to Make Extra Sticky Beeswax Wraps DIY

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Beeswax wraps are a great plastic-free alternative for storing food, however they can lose their stickiness relatively quickly. […]

January 6, 2022 Natural Home

Fudgy Sweet Potato Brownies (Vegan, GF & Refined Sugar-Free)

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An easy way to sneak healthy ingredients into a delicious fudgy brownie. A more nutrient-rich, super fudgy, naturally-sweetened, healthier […]

December 30, 2021 Recipes

Homemade Detoxifying Celery Juice (Without a Juicer)

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How to make an alkalising celery juice recipe without a juicer!! This takes minutes and is so delicious!! […]

December 23, 2021 Recipes

Homemade Iced Matcha Latte

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Homemade Iced Matcha Latte! Grab your mate who’s a total matcha fan and get making!! This is a […]

December 16, 2021 Recipes

4-Ingredient Piña Colada Ice-Cream

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Summer in a bowl. Nothing tastes quite like summer than a piña colada. This simple version requires only […]

December 9, 2021 Recipes

Black Bean Brownies (Vegan, GF & Refined Sugar-Free)

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An easy way to sneak healthy ingredients into delicious fudgy brownies. No need to tell what’s inside until […]

December 2, 2021 Recipes

Vegan Ice-Cream Cookie Sandwiches

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Healthy ice-cream sandwiches that are vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free! Plus, plastic packaging-free! Something delicious happened… These ice-cream sandwiches came into existence. A […]

November 25, 2021 Recipes

Pineapple Soft Serve Ice-Cream

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For those allergic to bananas or looking for a low-carb option, pineapple ice-cream is a delicious, refreshing way […]

November 18, 2021 Recipes

Homemade Pickled Beetroot

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How do you pickle beetroot at home? It’s super simple and tastes a million times better than store-bought! Here’s how. What got […]

November 11, 2021 Recipes

Vegan Almond Butter Mousse Cups

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I’ve shared a recipe for peanut butter cups before, but here is my latest spin on these chocolatey treats: Almond […]

November 4, 2021 Recipes

Juice Fasting & My Personal Experience

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I did a 10-day juice fast… Here’s why. Fasting has become a regular part of my routine, I do it […]

October 28, 2021 Health

How to Compost Without a Compost Bin

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Not all of us have land or space on our property suitable for a compost bin. Here’s how […]

October 21, 2021 Natural Home

Homemade Pickled Red Onions

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Take your taco, sandwich, salad, burger, nourish bowl and avocado toast to the next level with this super […]

October 14, 2021 Recipes

DIY Grapefruit Oil (Made Without a Still)

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How to make grapefruit-infused oil without all the distilling equipment! This is the method I use for making […]

October 7, 2021 Natural Home

How to Recycle Takeaway Coffee Cups Properly

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How to recycle takeaway coffee cups. Single-use coffee cups can now be recycled in Australia!! Since launching in […]

September 30, 2021 Natural Home

No-Churn Vegan Lavender Honey Ice-Cream

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I don’t own an ice-cream maker. In fact, since moving out of home earlier this year, the only […]

September 23, 2021 Recipes

How to Build a Nourish Bowl

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Learn how to build a healthy nourish bowl using this simple 8-step guide. Great for lunch, dinner and […]

September 16, 2021 Recipes

Where Palm Oil is Hidden & How to Avoid it

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The hidden names for Palm Oil and how to avoid it in everyday products. The products, brands, foods […]

September 9, 2021 Natural Home

How to Make Vegetable Stock (Using Veggie Scraps!)

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How to make a nutritious homemade version of store-bought vegetable stock and broth using leftover veggie scraps! If […]

September 2, 2021 Recipes

How to Make Organic Soy Milk & Tofu from Scratch

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Homemade soy milk is super easy to make and makes a great alternative to dairy milk. It requires […]

August 19, 2021 Recipes

DIY Spa Day Products You Can Make from Ingredients in Your Kitchen!

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Pamper yourself at home with these easy DIY spa products made from natural ingredients you’d find in the […]

August 12, 2021 Natural Home

No-Bake Vegan Gluten-Free Berry Cheesecakes

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How to make raw vegan berry cheesecakes that are gluten-free, paleo and refined sugar-free. I cannot think of […]

August 5, 2021 Recipes

How to Grocery Shop Sustainably & Zero-Waste

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Since I’ve moved out of home and up the coast to Queensland, I’ve really put in the time, […]

July 29, 2021 Natural Home

Homemade Stewed Apples & How it can help in Reducing Radiation Exposure in the Body

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This is a new recipe that I’ve only just started adding into my diet on a regular basis, […]

July 22, 2021 Recipes

DIY Natural Spray Deodorant (That Actually Works!)

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This homemade natural spray-on deodorant: And really works! My go-to homemade natural deodorant recipe is a few years […]

July 15, 2021 Beauty

Vegan Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups (Gf & Refined Sugar-Free)

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I’ve shared a recipe for peanut butter cup energy balls before, but I thought I’d share my favourite […]

July 8, 2021 Recipes

How to Harvest, Dry & Use Calendula Flowers

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Calendula is one of my absolute favourite flowers to grow in the garden. I could probably say that […]

July 1, 2021 Natural Home

How to Dry Herbs at Home & Make an Italian Herbs Seasoning

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A great way to use up veggies and herbs leftover in the garden is to make seasonings with […]

June 24, 2021 Natural Home

Oat-free Healthy Granola (Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free)

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A deliciously healthy chunky granola that’s naturally sweetened with maple syrup. This “basic” granola recipe also happens to […]

June 17, 2021 Recipes

How to Make Sauerkraut

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A simple recipe for making sauerkraut at home. All you need are two ingredients; salt and cabbage. Enjoy […]

June 10, 2021 Recipes

Homemade Dandelion Root Latte: A Caffeine-Free, Adrenal-Friendly Tonic!

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A tasty, caffeine-free alternative to coffee! I’ve talked about the many benefits of dandelion in the past, one […]

June 3, 2021 Recipes

How to Make Sunflower Seed Yoghurt/Kefir (Without a Yoghurt Maker)

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Most pre-made supermarket yoghurts have additives like sugar, and the cultures used in them tend to deteriorate over […]

May 27, 2021 Recipes

DIY Essential Oil Blends for Congestion, Allergies & Immunity

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How to make homemade essential oil blends that can help with sinus congestion, allergies, and help boost immunity. […]

May 20, 2021 Remedies

How to Recycle Pool Inflatables

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How to recycle pool inflatables to prevent them ending up in landfill. Rather than throwing old pool inflatables […]

May 13, 2021 Natural Home

No-Churn 2-Ingredient Banana Coconut Ice-Cream

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How to make delicious, homemade, creamy vegan ice-cream from scratch using only 2 ingredients! No ice-cream machine needed. Now, […]

May 6, 2021 Recipes

How to Soak & Sprout Nuts, Seeds, Grains & Legumes

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How to properly soak and sprout nuts, seeds, grains, and legumes to reduce phytic acid, lectins, and other […]

April 29, 2021 Natural Home

How to Make a Soothing Bug Bite Balm

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Bug bites are an inevitable part of summer, and despite using bug-repelling sprays, citronella candles, and swatting away […]

April 22, 2021 Natural Home

Ways to Upcycle & Recycle a Stainless Steel Water Bottle

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How to recycle a stainless steel water bottle properly (as well as ways to upcycle it!). If you, […]

April 15, 2021 Natural Home

Homemade Super Greens Powder from Garden Greens

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Making your own greens powder has quite a few perks; So, preserve those fresh garden greens and reduce […]

April 8, 2021 Recipes

Low-Carb No-Bake Protein Bars

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The struggle is over! No more wrestling to get enough protein in. These homemade protein bars have gotcha […]

April 1, 2021 Recipes

How to Make a Rejuvenating Overnight Face Balm

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This rejuvenating rosehip and shea butter face balm is packed to the nines with skin-loving ingredients. If you’ve […]

March 25, 2021 Beauty

Homemade Lip Scrub: How to Get Soft, Smooth, Plump Lips Naturally

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How to make an easy DIY Lip Scrub to help promote soft, smooth, plump lips naturally! An all-natural […]

March 18, 2021 Beauty

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