29 March, 2014

Aluminum Stinks: Make Your Own Deodorant

I have noticed on television lately some jokes about how people smell when they use a natural deodorant.  The jokes imply that when people use natural, aluminum free deodorant that they smell bad. Aluminum in deodorant acts to close the...

15 March, 2014

Homemade Graham Crackers: Gluten Free and Vegan

My favorite store bought graham crackers used to be the Honey Maid Oatmeal Crunch.  I loved the flavor that the cinnamon and oats added to these crackers.  I have not had these in quite some time.  I looked up the...

8 March, 2014

Shamrock Shake Made with Real Ingredients

I don’t know about you but I was a big fan of shamrock shakes.  I was sad that they were only available for a short time in March for St. Patrick’s Day.  Now I am just sad that they are...

3 March, 2014

Creamy Avocado Oats: The Power Breakfast

I am an avocado lover for sure.  I eat at least half of one avocado every single day.  They are so creamy and luscious.  I add them to salads, smoothies, and even morning oatmeal.  Avocado has sometimes received a bad...

12 February, 2014

Chocolate Scones with Strawberry Jam

One of the most important lessons about food I can share with you is that (as much as possible) it should be REAL.  I am not talking about foods bought in a box or a package but real homemade foods...

7 February, 2014

Homemade Granola

One of the first posts I did was on What is in Your Breakfast?  Boxed cereals can be loaded with processed sugar and refined grains not to mention that they are so expensive.  This homemade granola is my absolute favorite recipe!...

26 January, 2014

Super Grain Breakfast Bowl (Gluten Free)

This breakfast bowl will definitely be my new go to for a winter breakfast.  I still love my overnight oats for the summer months when I do not need a warm start to my day but these warm super grains...