The Power of Coconut Oil

Today we’re talking about Coconut Oil Pulling–what it is, oil pulling benefits, how to do oil pulling and my (fascinating) oil pulling experience. I didn’t think I would ever write about this, but you will know why I chose to when you get to...

How to Make Stevia Extract (Liquid or Powder)

Sometimes you just need a little bit of sweet, but you could do without the extra calories.  Artificial sweeteners contain some pretty scary stuff, and they taste downright horrible. Stevia is different. It’s a simple plant that you can grow right in your backyard,...

The Many Names of the End of the World

One day… the world is going to end. You would be hard pressed to find a theologist or scientist to disagree. Every beginning has an ending, every story ends, circles, door closing- all the sayings are just telling us the obvious: nothing is permanent,...

Peppermint Essential Oil Uses and Benefits

Today we’re talking about one of the most popular essential oils–peppermint oil uses and benefits. Like many of you know, if you’ve been following me for a while, I used to be a total skeptic about essential oils. I thought that essential oils were basically...

How To Can Apple Pie Filling

Canning apple pie filling at home means you’re just minutes away from having a pie in the oven.  The apples are already peeled, chopped, seasoned and thickened.  That allows you to just pour the pre-made apple pie filling into your favorite crust and bake. ...

30 Remedies for Cracked Heels

If your skin gets super dry, then it might lead to cracking, and this can be quite uncomfortable. Cracked skin can lead to cuts and infections, particularly on the heels, where your skin is frequently exposed to dirt and potential contagions. In this article, we’re...