Dehydrated fruit is an incredible snack: it’s easily portable, dense in calories (energy), and if you make it yourself can be really healthy. Dried fruit goes well in trail mixes, but it can also just be eaten on its own … Continued
It’s nice to have an arsenal of unique and refreshing beverage recipes – plain old lemonade and iced tea are delicious, of course, but it’s so much more fun to spend all summer drinking a wider variety of ice-cold herbal … Continued
Cool as a cucumber – there’s just something about that flavor that is so refreshing. This cocktail pairs lime and basil flavors as well to create a combo that is just perfect for hot summer days. You can leave the … Continued
Elderflower recipes are a springtime favorite – there’s only a short window of time each year when the trees are in bloom. Elderflower champagne is a very popular herbal recipe that uses fresh elderflowers. That’s why it’s such a treat … Continued
Melina Bee raised a really good point on my post, How to Eat Healthy: I think more than just a basic understanding of nutrition, though, the difficult also lies in access to nutritious food and cost. I totally agree and … Continued
Oat milk is a natural and healthy alternative to milk. It is perfect for people that suffer from dairy allergies and lactose intolerance. The sweet, oat flavor also offers a little variety to a diet. Oat milk can cost much … Continued
The temp is rising, and when the weather gets warmer, our taste buds start to crave sweet, refreshing libations! It’s tough to top sitting outside, sipping on an invigorating concoction while watching the flowers bloom. For the days when the … Continued
Herbal extracts can take your recipes and beauty DIYs to the next level – it’s so easy to add different flavors and scents with just a few drops. It’s really simple to make your own extracts, too! Whether you want … Continued
We all love decadent appetizers, but sometimes you want to offer something on the lighter side. There are plenty of delicious healthy appetizer ideas you can make. Here are a few to try! Greek Salad Skewers All the benefits of … Continued
Sometimes our favorite recipes call for heavy, fatty ingredients, but it’s not hard to make a few creative, real food substitutions when you cook. Try these fifteen surprisingly delicious swaps if you want to lower the calories. 1. Butter and … Continued