I don’t know what it is like in your home, but I vacuum ALL THE TIME! Something about the combination of 2 little kids, a large home and living near the woods that really causes the need for constant vacuuming. I need a vacuum that will stand up to the challenge and last. I was looking at Dyson and Shark, this is the one I use and love…
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Do you ever wonder the best proven ways to clean your fruits and vegetables to ensure you are effectively removing any lingering pesticides, bacteria, germs and dirt? Even if you only buy organic produce there can still be pesticides that need to be removed. Also, find out produce cleaning tips and what to avoid when…
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Over the past few years I’ve read countless articles that have impacted my daily life, and helped me to create a healthier home for my family. With so many great blogs out there I decided to put together a collection. I’m sure you’re already aware of some of the blogs on this list, but hopefully you find at least a few new ones that you’ll enjoy.
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Buying your food local is a great way to source your food. Locally grown food is fresher and often just tastes better. It is good for your community and helps the environment. Here are 7 easy ways to find and buy local produce and other quality food items for your family.
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Many wonder if there are other options for quality food that does not carry the USDA Certified Organic label and expense. Thankfully there are other certification programs and other ways to find out about the quality of the food you purchase that can give you the confidence that it is good for you and your family.
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I would love to only buy organic products, however when working with our current one income budget it is often not the reality. And that is just where we are right now. So I use my grocery budget as wisely as I can and stretch it when purchasing my organic products and look for better, healthier options when I cannot buy certified organic.
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I have been looking for the best essential oil diffuser that is somewhat reasonably priced for a long time. There are many choices on the market today and many of them are sufficient for my basic needs, but there is one that stands above the rest. And the winner is…
And the winner is….
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Do you ever wonder if it is worth including dry skin brushing in your hygiene routine? Many people think the benefit to dry brushing is just to exfoliate dead skin, which is a great reason, but there are many additional health & wellness benefits for this easy, inexpensive skin care practice. Here are 7 benefits and how to…
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I do not know about you, but I have been frustrated with all the ingredients listed in the different products that I use on my body daily, especially my daily body lotion. Even the “natural” products have ingredients that I cannot pronounce or have any idea what it actually is. Here is an amazing and easy DIY natural..
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Learn how to dilute essential oils properly. Also, find out the appropriate dilution guidelines based on how you plan to use an essential oil to avoid adverse skin reactions and systemic toxicity. FREE and easy to use downloadable charts to help you use your essential oils safely. Many practical examples are provided to help you understand how to do this correctly.
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Last month a school district in my area received a shooting threat. Yes, within miles of my house this actually happened. It is such a different world than when I grew up and sometimes I struggle to wrap my head around where we are now as a society. The short story of what happened is…
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When using essential oils, there are often questions regarding what is dilution, dilution rate, dilution percentage, maximum dilution rate and why should I dilute an essential oil? But, what does this all mean and do you HAVE to dilute an essential oil before using? The short answer:
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Hi, I’m Crystal! I am always looking for a better way to do things, improve a process and the same is true when it comes to my overall wellness. I am always glad to share what I learn along the way for my family and friends as I want everyone I know to experience fulfilled wellness and be able to live their lives to the absolute fullest! Learn more about me here.
