For something so small, spices always give us a run for our money when it comes down to trying to organize them effectively. For most of us, our spices sit in a cabinet with no rhyme or reason as to how they are sprawled about, and when it comes time to finding the one we need, it always looks like a hurricane ran through our kitchen. Five Smart Ideas to…
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Mildreds Blueberry Muffin Recipe
My grandmother was a quiet little powerhouse like the blueberry. Little as in about 4’10” and quiet like a warm breeze. When she looked at you, there was always a sparkle in her eyes. She was very interested in health and what was good for one’s nutrition and as much herbal tea as she drank, it was always prepared meticulously with one ice cube so as to not burn her…
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A Guide To Growing Your Own Herb Garden
Nothing can compare to the taste of freshly picked herbs to add that extra dimension to home cooked food. The beauty of cultivating them lies in the fact they can be grown almost anywhere; they require minimal space and virtually no maintenance. Some types will even thrive indoors on a sunny windowsill. Thus, with a little effort you can begin growing herbs indoors and easily have access to fresh herbs…
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Moroccan Sellou Granola Bar
For 5 out of the last 9 weeks I have been trying to comfort a colicky baby with severe acid reflux. I never had to deal with this with my other babies, so I’ve felt at such a loss this time around. I felt like a first-time mom all over again, calling the nurses panicking because my baby wouldn’t sleep or stop crying. Trying everything under the sun to get…
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5 Steps to Eating a More Organic Diet
The prevalence of genetically modified items in the food supply has caused many people to seek out ways to eat more organically. Here are five steps to eating a more organic diet:
Scrambled Egg Muffins
Today is Eid ul-Fitr, the holiday that marks the end of Ramadan. I am American and my husband Moroccan, which sometimes feels like the melting pot that was the Brady Bunch and we celebrate and respect each other’s religious and cultural traditions. For today’s holiday, our 4 year old was so excited today to dress up fancy, eat lots of good food and play with new toys. It is a…
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Eco-Friendly Housekeeping Tips
Green is the new way to clean. Are you on board yet? Most store-bought cleaning products (the kind we’ve been using for years) contain ingredients that are toxic. They’re harmful to the environment and to you and your family. Perhaps the most important place to eliminate these cleaners is in the kitchen. Do you really want all those toxins on the surfaces where you prepare and store all your food?…
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Chickpea Broccoli Slaw Salad Recipe
This easy salad recipe is as easy as grabbing a bag of broccoli slaw and can of chickpeas next time you head to the store. Try this easy Chickpea Broccoli Slaw Salad Recipe for a light lunch or dinner side dish!
A Postpartum Diet for Health and Rejuvenation
Eating well takes planning, but it’s well worth it. It’s so important to have a healthy postpartum diet, breastfeeding or not, for both mom and baby.
No ‘Poo? An Alternative to Shampoo
If I said the phrase “no ‘poo” what would you instantly think of? Probably something bathroom related right? What if we took it down a notch and I told you that I didn’t use shampoo or conditioner? I’d assume that at this point, you’d think I had dirty disgusting hair and that I was a full blown crazy person. Thankfully, both of those assumptions would be incorrect. No ‘poo does…
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