How many of you have heard about all of the problems with organic and sustainable farming practices, and that it just isn’t possible to keep it going long term? That it’s too difficult, and too costly? “There is no reason for a confinement house in the country, in the world, …

Summer is getting closer and closer, and what’s better than ice cream on hot day? Ice cream machines are relatively inexpensive, and you can create so many different ice cream flavors. The possibilities are endless. The walnuts can be omitted for those with nut allergies. The corn syrup in the …

Do your kids usually turn their noses up at this type of recipe?  Mine normally do, but they ate every bite of these and asked for more!  Of course they didn’t want the chunky salsa on theirs like we did, but at least they ate the beans, the taco meat …

For those who are gluten free or on a grain-free diet for whatever reason, you’ll love these gluten free chocolate brownies – they are super moist and taste like a “real” chocolate brownie! Gluten Free Chocolate Brownies That Taste Like the Real Thing!

The first time I had this recipe my sister-in-law Janet made it. She took her crab dip out of the oven and warned all of us it is hot. I know I heard it, but I dipped my cracker into that yummy dip and commenced to burning my tongue. Well. …

So now that Lent is over, we can go back to eating chocolate! This is the perfect way to celebrate Easter. This bread pudding is irresistibly good with just the right amount of richness. It is best served with a warm caramel sauce and some vanilla bean ice cream. You …

I spent this morning at my OB/GYN’s office having that joyful annual experience — my gynecological exam. Oversharing? Perhaps. But I’m willing to risk personal embarrassment and immodesty if this post will help one of my fellow moms get off the dime and make the doctor’s appointment you’ve been procrastinating over for …

If you’ve ever wondered about Fluoride safety, or if you’ve considered getting a drinking water filter, you’ll want to bump that up higher on the priority list after you watch the video below.  Also, find sources for the best kinds of water filters. “The Great Culling” – Your Fluoride Fears are Well-Founded

Editor’s note: I want to personally thank Regina for sharing this story of grace, faith and courage. If you are a reader who struggles with an addiction, please know that you are in our prayers and please seek immediate help. For a full listing of Catholic Recovery websites, please visit …

1.  I don’t feel like myself. I am unable to accomplish daily tasks with the same energy as normal.  This lack of zest gets the best of me and leads to frustration.  I am accustomed to always being on the go, but sickness stops me from continually moving.  My attitude …

Think back to when your babies were born—what happened in those first 5-10 minutes of life?  Did you hold your baby?  Were you encouraged to breastfeed your baby?  Or did someone take your baby away from you? These days most babies go directly to a health care provider for evaluation, …

Here is a great recipe you can enjoy during Lent. It is great for breakfast. Lunch or dinner. You can use canned salmon if you like, or if you have leftover salmon from Friday night’s dinner that would be wonderful also. I usually make a salad to go with it. …

In the past when I’ve featured Real Food success stories here on the blog they’ve always been very popular, because who doesn’t love to learn more about the POWER of Real Food to heal and give you your life back?!  Today you’ll hear from Lauren, another 19 year old dynamo. …

Kent said this was the best roast he’s ever eaten.  Your house will smell amazing in a few hours after the flavors get going in the crock pot. Simple Melt-In-Your-Mouth Crock Pot Roast Dinner  

Organic, raw, cow, almond, soy, rice, omega-3 fortified, breast or none?  What kind of milk to you give your kids?  For my mother, the answer was easy:  I was not excused from the table until I drank all my cow milk.  But new data is changing the age-old recommendation that …

For years the idea of cutting back on our salt intake hasn’t felt right to me.  Salt is a traditional food!  And besides, how many thousands of years has it been used as a natural preservative?! To Salt Your Food or NOT to Salt Your Food?

It’s on.  Extra weight after the baby, yes.  And also the weight game, which I always lose. After the birth of our children, my husband and I usually find ourselves needing to lose some weight.  And since this is the fourth time, I already know who’s going to win.  And …

Even if you try to eat healthy and even if you are maintaining a healthy weight, you most likely are doing something that is extremely detrimental to your health. You probably do it for hours upon hours each day and don’t give it a second thought. What’s the dangerous habit? …

Since I didn’t grow up on a farm like Kent did, and instead was a “townie”, I found this interview about basic sustainable farming methods to be crazy interesting, even though I’ve heard Joel Salatin speak before.  After watching it again to pull out the quotes below, I’ll tell you …

You’ll love this Homemade Beer Bread with Crispy Roasted Garlic and Olive Oil for Dipping Want to impress your guests one of these days or even your own family?  This recipe will do it!  I’ve always loved beer bread and of course wanted to find an easy version without any …