I’ve been so sick with this awful head cold and finally got around to taking some garlic for the antiviral and anti-inflammatory benefits. So I haven’t been cooking much, unfortunately for my family! But this weekend I had a bit more energy and was able to cook some good food and do some healthy meal…
Just like so many other people this winter, I have been bitten by the cold bug and it just doesn’t seem to want to go away. It’s been two weeks and there are no signs of it disappearing just yet. I’ve tried as many meds as I can while nursing, I tried my neti pot,…
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a potentially dangerous condition that is not widely known about. In some instances it can be fatal and normally affects two-thirds of all babies by one year of age. Scary, huh? What is RSV? My six month old had a bad cold a few months ago – worse than her…
There are Benefits of an Eating Dinner Early Did you know that eating dinner early is better for your health than waiting until the kids go to bed? Here are five reasons why eating dinner early are good for you! Better Weight Control When you eat a late dinner, people often overeat in response to…
Getting kids involved in the kitchen early in life has many benefits. Not only can they learn about food and the different ways it can fit together, but they can also learn about nutrition, and even science. Baking is one of the activities for kids also makes them much more likely to eat it when…
After I made the Lactation Cookies the other day, I decided to try the brewer’s yeast in my standard oatmeal pancakes I usually the kids. I added a little extra of other ingredients and they actually came out really yummy and the kids have asked for them almost every day for the last week! These…
These winter nights call for some soothing, health-boosting herbal tea recipes that will warm you up and help you relax. Sweet Dreams: Chamomile Tea Chamomile tea is a natural sleep inducer as it completely relaxes the body. It is known for relieving anxiety and helping with insomnia. You should drift off to sweet dreams after…
Lactation Cookies This has been the most challenging postpartum period I have had, hands down. I may be handling it okay mentally and emotionally, but physically it’s kicking my butt. My first two babies didn’t exclusively breastfeed so I guess I caught a break as far as my hypoglycemia issues. They also were having formula…
Best Tips for Growing Herbs Indoors Have you ever wondered why any food in a good restaurant tastes and smells deliciously? That’s because restaurant chefs use fresh herbs for cooking. Fresh herbs add a lot of flavor to any dish and make it smell exquisite. If you have your own small garden you can enjoy…
When is it time for one to say enough is enough? Yes, work can be stressful, but it should never endanger your health, especially when it is a desk job. If you are having so much stress at your job that you feel like you can’t function and your heart is racing, it’s time to…