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The best in herbals, healthy eating, and overall natural living.
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Recipe to Make Fresh Pumpkin Pie
20/11/2020 Duración: 08minPumpkin pie says everything we love about the holidays. For instance, it has a sweet smell, a heavenly taste, brings happiness to the soul, and puts a smile on the face. While closing my eyes, I take that first bite of pumpkin pie around the holidays and melt. It's kind of like those commercials you see where little bubbles pop up describing how you feel. In this case, the feeling is utterly delightful, marvelous, grand, and sublime. In short, pumpkin pie is the BEST! Due to the importance of a good recipe, I'm sharing a family pumpkin pie recipe that comes from a long line of excellent cooks, a one of a kind, you might say. It uses fresh pumpkin from your garden, eggs straight from the chicken, and thick cream you get from the cow. As the ingredients are very important to the overall product, try to find organic or homegrown if you do not have or grow them yourself. With that, let's start making some pumpkin pie. Ingredients for Pumpkin Pie: This recipe is for 1 pie. Bake at 350° for 1 1/2 h
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The Healthiest Nuts for Your Body
12/11/2020 Duración: 08minHey friends, today it's all about nuts, and I don't mean going nuts from the kids or work; no, we're talking about the ones you nibble on when you need a snack or the ones you eat while at a holiday party. Some people aren't sure if eating nuts is healthy for them or not. As they are high in fat, most people associate that with not being a good thing. However, fats are not the enemy when we are talking about healthy fats, which nuts have. Sure, if you eat a whole bag full, that isn't ideal, but if we are talking about normal servings, which we will get into, there is nothing wrong with eating nuts. In fact, they are known to improve your health, not deplete it. Yes, you heard me right, nuts are tremendous! Now, let's get into why that is. It's not a good idea to avoid nuts Melissa Diane Smith, a holistic nutritionist, who looked closely at the 2017 Global Burden of Disease Study, summarized this, "nearly 500 researchers examined nearly 100,00 data sources" concerning the most comprehensive analys
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Easy Body Butter Recipe| Pictures Included
05/11/2020 Duración: 05minBody Butter is a pleasing lotion type product that every person in the house can enjoy. For women, body butter helps them feel sexy and soft. They also feel good knowing their skin is being taken care of and getting the treatment it deserves. As for the men, they will appreciate the silkiness of a women's skin, along with the pleasing scent of peppermint that emanates from her body. The body butter is also a healthy choice for children as it keeps moisture in and dry skin away. I rub it on my little girl right out of the shower, and she loves it; not only the feel but she says it smells like Christmas :). With that happy note, roll up your sleeves, set aside 30 min. and get to work making this amazing body butter. Ingredients: 1 cup shea butter, grated.1/2 cup coconut oil.1/2 cup jojoba, almond, or olive oil.1-2 tsp peppermint oil.2 Tbl pure cocoa powder.2 tsp vitamin E. Items needed: Double boiler or pot with an inch of water on the bottom and another pot sitting on top.Large bowlSmall bowl
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Light Banana Bread Recipe: Pictures Included
29/10/2020 Duración: 04minSometimes when you wake up in the morning, the last thing you want to do is cook breakfast. Everyone needs to eat, though, so having something prepared ahead of time is key. This recipe is easy to make; the flavor is incredible where you want to eat the whole loaf in one sitting, and when you put fresh butter on a slice, you feel like you’ve died and gone to Heaven. In a food analogy kind of way. Now that your mouth is watering let's start making some banana bread! Ingredients needed: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 tsp. baking soda1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon1/4 tsp. baking powder1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg1/8 tsp. salt2 egg whites or 1 egg1 cup of sugar1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about two)1/4 cup avocado oil1/2 cup currants, nuts, or chocolate chips (optional) Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Use non-stick oil spray (I use avocado spray) on loaf pans. Stir together flour, soda, spices, baking powder, and salt.In another bowl beat together egg whites, sugar, and the bananas.Add oi
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Calcium: Health Benefits, Deficiency, Foods, Supplements
22/10/2020 Duración: 06minTo begin, let's break down what calcium is and why your body needs it? Calcium is a chemical element with the symbol Ca. It is the most plentiful metal and the fifth-most abundant element in the human body. As electrolytes, calcium ions play a vital role in organisms and cells' physiological and biochemical processes. In short, calcium is good for your cells and bones and is crucial in maintaining the immune system. Calcium also makes up teeth and bones. Calcium Deficiency There are many groups at risk of calcium deficiency, in particular, the elderly. Bones become brittle in old age because your body takes what it needs from calcium out of your bones. Checking with your general, homeopathic, or natural doctor is a smart move if you think you are deficient or just want to know where your calcium numbers are. What Are Some Benefits of Calcium? When your calcium numbers are in good shape that helps your body ward off destructive diseases, it also keeps certain organs healthy. For instance, it
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How do We Keep America and Our Country Great?
16/10/2020 Duración: 04minI write about health, which includes our body, mind, and soul. And, at present, the state of our country has everything to do with that. Allow me to explain. I was thinking of our country and the changes that will be coming our way, and then I was thinking of Jesus and the changes he brought. So what do I mean by that, and how do the two tie in together? Well, what we have now is a broken system and turning more ungodly every day due to the lack of respect and accountability. This lack of respect stems from bad parenting, teaching, and bad influences, to name a few. What has that got to do with our country and changes? Well, it's these beginning elements of respect that eventually make and shape people into who they are. These same people vote and make decisions not only for themselves but also for us if they are elected officials. Am I saying all elected officials should be perfect without past mistakes? No, not at all, but I am saying who you vote for effects every part of your life, and you sh
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Creamy Roasted Pumpkin Soup Recipe
08/10/2020 Duración: 07minWhat a better way to bring in the Fall and Holidays than with this unique and fantastic soup This pumpkin soup recipe is creamy AND healthy! It calls for roasted pumpkin for maximum flavor and leftovers would go great with sandwiches or salads the next day. Recipe yields 4 bowls or 6 cups of soup. This pumpkin soup recipe includes instructions on how to roast the fresh pumpkin for maximum pumpkin flavor. Canned pumpkin purée also works well if you’re in a time crunch. See the recipe notes for details! Creamy Roasted Pumpkin Soup Author: Cookie and KatePrep Time: 15 minsCook Time: 70 minsTotal Time: 1 hour 25 minutes Yield: 4 to 6 bowlsCategory: SoupMethod: Roasted and blendedCuisine: American INGREDIENTS: 4 tablespoons olive oil, dividedOne 4-pound sugar pie pumpkin1 large yellow onion, chopped4 large or 6 medium garlic cloves, pressed or minced½ teaspoon ground cinnamon⅛ teaspoon cloves½ teaspoon ground nutmegA tiny dash of cayenne pepper (optional, if you like spice)½ teaspoon of sea saltFres
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How to Render Down Pig Lard
02/10/2020 Duración: 07minWell, it's a good morning on the farm as today we are learning the art of rendering down pig lard. Exciting, I know. If this is your first time, or if you haven't rendered in a couple of years and need a refresher, then welcome. To get started, take the fat you have saved after butchering your pig and put it all on the countertop or wherever you will be rendering. If you don't butcher yourself, no big deal, ask your local butcher shop to save the fat from your pig you are having processed, and they will. Once you have your pig fat collected you are ready to begin. Note, I store the fat in my freezer until I am ready to render it down. Life is busy and when garden season ends I'm cleaning up vines and pulling corn stocks so don't have time to render down the pig lard, at least not right away. Items Needed: Crock-potChopping board Sharp knife Pig fat Glass jars (I use wide mouth quart jars) Cheesecloth or coffee filters Ladle Funnel Directions: Now that you have the necessary items, it's t
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Fall and The Enchantment it Holds
24/09/2020 Duración: 04minFall is a beautiful expression and reminder that we need to shed the old while beginning anew. Stepping outside, the dew has settled on the grass, and the air feels crisp. When I look towards the wavering trees, their color has taken on a new hue. Knowing Fall is in the air gives me a sense of calm and quiet. But why? Although our schedules haven't altered, it doesn't seem so busy. Perhaps the change that takes place outside also takes place within us. Knowing we can enjoy the smells of the season like cloves, cinnamon, pumpkin pie in the oven, and a fire burning in our hearth gives a sense of home. Just as a baby needs to be swaddled, our bodies crave to be covered in warm sweaters and scarves that we can nuzzle in when the northern temperatures hit. Thick wool socks cover our feet while we hold that steaming cup of chai or coffee. A good book lies open in our lap as our minds wander across oceans and fields in the pages we read. All of these things create a sense of comfort that is hard to expl
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Canning Pear Sauce & Cider Using a Water Bath Method.
17/09/2020 Duración: 08minDo you know how a particular food, item, song, or movie can remind you of something? Well, pears remind me of sweet, delicious, fall, sweaters, and comfort. It doesn't matter if you're picking them from the tree, eating them fresh, having them as a sauce, or drinking them in cider form. They are a spectacular symbol of nature. For this reason, I'm going to teach you how you can enjoy them this season. Although we will be making a sauce or cider, you can take a bite while filling your baskets and enjoy the rawness of several juicy pears. The canning instructions are simple and, in general, can be used to can multiple fruits like grapes or tomatoes. Canning Pear Sauce or Cider Items Needed: one large potfunnelladleclean pint-sized or quart jarsa small pot of water to heat your lids inlids and ringsmagnet (optional)canning tongsdampened washclothovenlarge bowl to hold your sauce after straining Ingredients: Pears- 3 gallons Allspice- 1 TablespoonGinger- 1 teaspoonGround nutmeg- 1 Tabl
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The Top 10 benefits of HomeSchool
10/09/2020 Duración: 15minSince the crazy began in 2020, everyone is seeking answers and learning new things about their children and the schools they attended in the past. What should we do? Where should we send our kids to school this year? Are our children getting the education they need? Is homeschooling an option for us? These are only a few of the many questions' parents face. So what's the answer? As every family's situation is different, I'm not going to say, you do this, or you do that. I'm merely going to point out some benefits of homeschooling and debunk some non-truths to help you decide what's best for you and your family. Homeschooling your children is an act of love. However, if you’re not able to homeschool, that doesn’t make you a bad parent, so keep that in mind as you read. I’m addressing parents who already homeschool and ones that are undecided in hopes that it will encourage and answer some questions. If you've read my bio, you know that I was homeschooled and speak not only the experience as a teacher
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How To Can Carrots Using a Pressure Canner
27/08/2020 Duración: 07minGood morning canners! Today is a bright day filled with garden veggies and clean mason jars. Our veggie pick and the topic today are how to can carrots, so let's dive in and start chopping. Canning Carrots Items Needed: pressure cannerone large pot of boiling waterfunnelladle7 quart-sized jarsa small pot of water to heat your lids inringsmagnet (optional)canning tongsdampened washclothovenlarge bowl to hold your sliced carrots Ingredients: Your standard pressure canner will hold 7-quart sized jars, so that means you need 7 quarts of chopped, sliced or chunked carrots.Salt Directions: Wash your carrots then slice or cut them into chunks. Heat your water, jars, and lids on the stove. The pressure canner is shown here, but I removed it and placed the water on. There wasn't enough room for all of the pots. Once your large pot of water is boiling, boil the small pot of water for your lids then turn off the burner. Place all of your lids in and leave.Turn your oven to the
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The Top 10 benefits of Comfrey?
20/08/2020 Duración: 18minSo, the question; what is comfrey? Comfrey is a perennial flowering herb that grows in many states across North America. It goes by other names such as; boneset, bruisewort, knitbone, and others. As you probably noticed, the names also identify the healing properties. Some people consider it a weed because of how it spreads and how hard it is to get rid of once you have it. However, there are those of us that know the healing benefits it has and considers it a must as an herb in the field of home remedies or natural herbals. Where Does Comfrey Come From? Comfrey has been around since ancient Greece. It was claimed to have been used to aid wounded soldiers that fought for Alexander the Great. What Does The Plant Look Like? Comfrey has a root system that can go down as deep as 10ft. And because of depth, the root system brings up wonderful and essential elements such as -- magnesium, potassium, and phosphorous. These elements add greatly to your garden as the elements are stored in the leaves
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What is Inspiration and Where Do You Find It?
13/08/2020 Duración: 07minThe definition of inspiration from the dictionary is as states: The process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something, especially to do something creative. "Helen had one of her flashes of inspiration."A sudden brilliant, creative, or timely idea. "then, I had an inspiration." So, inspiration is creative, spontaneous, timely, sudden, and brilliant. How exciting! Who in their right mind wouldn't want to be inspired by something or someone?! I believe everyone wants to be inspired at some point in their life, but will they? Who Does Inspiration Seek? Inspiration comes to those searching, working toward something, or wanting to find it. For instance, if you're depressed, struggling mentally, and downtrodden, I don't think inspiration will come knocking on your door. Inspiration feeds off hope, faith, and a positive attitude. It doesn't appear out of thin air. Now don't misunderstand, I believe people do have those big inspirational moments, but again, they mentally search for it i
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Quick and Easy Homemade Waffles
06/08/2020 Duración: 04minEvery once in awhile, it would be best if you gave yourself a treat. By that, I mean not counting the carbs and sugars. Now don't go crazy and think I want you to fall off the bandwagon of health, no I'm just suggesting you treat yourself to something familiar and homemade once in a while. I either make these easy homemade waffles, pancakes, or french toast for the family once every weekend. If I don't, the kids have a revolt and try chewing off my leg. Seriously, they love their easy homemade waffles or carb breakfast :). You will too once you try them. The recipe is by Anna Nelson Smith and comes from our family cookbook. Easy Homemade Waffles Items needed: Waffle makerLarge mixing bowlSmall mixing bowlWhisk, fork, or handheld beaters Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups flour2 tsp baking powder3 tsp sugar1/2 tsp salt3 eggs1/3 cup vegetable oil (if you want a healthier oil try avocado oil).1 1/2 cups milk Directions: Measure dry ingredients and mix them in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
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Easy Homemade Peasant Bread Recipe
02/08/2020 Duración: 07minBefore we begin, I'm visiting family, so this week's post is going to be simple yet satisfying. Since people are cooped up, learning new skills, and doing more things from scratch, I thought it would be a good time to share this easy peasant bread recipe. My grandmother, a wonderful woman and an absolutely tremendous cook shared it with me, so I knew it was a keeper. Anything she bakes or cooks turns into this flavorful experience that sends your taste buds on overdrive and your whole dining experience worth every bite. Remember, flavor has nothing to do with a complex recipe. Flavor is ingredients and how they come together. So let's begin. Easy Peasant Bread Ingredients 4 cups flour2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons sugar1 packet instant yeast. You can also use active dry yeast but it will take a little longer to rise.2 cups lukewarm water Directions In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, sugar, and yeast. Add the water and mix until the water is absorbed and the dough comes
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The Importance of Having Balance in Our Lives
23/07/2020 Duración: 16minNow more than ever, we have a choice of how we spend our time or balance out what's important to us and our lives. Decisions and choices that you make now will not only impact your future but those you support and care about. Balance is the key to keeping a sane mind and if you have a family, a sane household. Everyone craves time and attention and if you own a home or possession of any kind they also need attention or maintenance to hold their value and or quality. So, how do we do that? How do we maintain balance while accomplishing what it is that we need to do and want to do? What Happens When We Tip the Scale or Neglect to Balance Our Lives? Well, my best friend and I were talking about this subject the other day. We both have personal health, business, and life goals that are all due at the same time and instead of balancing as we should, we've been putting in longer hours. Did that help? No. What happened, as a result, was our husbands and children (which are our first and foremo
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Easy Cream Cheese Cherry Scones
16/07/2020 Duración: 07minBefore we begin, may I just say these are DELICIOUS!!!! I love the cherry season and all of the fresh recipes I get to create and try when it arrives. If you don't have cherry trees, no problem, find out someone who does or buy them fresh from your local farmers market or store. Everything you bake and or make like these cream cheese cherry scones ALWAYS taste better when you have fresh ingredients—your egg, cream, and, of course, your cherries. What if I can't find cherries? No cherries, no problem. Simply use frozen ones, or substitute the cherries with raspberries, blueberries, plums, or strawberries. Since ingredients are so important let's begin... Fresh Cream Cheese Cherry Scones Ingredients 2 c. all-purpose flour1/3 c. coconut sugar or granulated sugar1 Tbsp. baking powder1/2 tsp. fine Himalayan pink salt or regular5 Tbsp. cold butter (I use our farm fresh butter, but store-bought works well also).4 Tbsp. cold cream cheese1/2 c. farm fresh heavy cream or heavy whipping cr
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30 Minute Homemade Mozzarella Cheese Recipe
10/07/2020 Duración: 10minWelcome! If you are new to my articles, I try to make things as fun as possible while also teaching you a new life skill. Today we are diving into the art of cheese making. More specifically, mozzarella cheese making. Remember, recipes are only a place to start. You can add or create your own once you get the hang of things. Preparations For Mozzarella Cheesemaking Your Utensils Stainless steel, glass, and enamel are fine.When cleaning, rinse first in cold water to remove all milk residue and then proceed to wash it. Cleaning Your Butter Muslin Butter Muslin is first rinsed in cold water and then washed right away. If periodically boiled with a little baking soda, it will stay fresh and clean for cheesemaking. Ingredients/Storage Keep your rennet tablets in the freezer. (They will keep for years.)Citric Acid and cheese salt may be stored indefinitely at room temperature in a dry, cool place. (Moisture will lower the shelf life.) The Option of Pasteurizing Raw Milk Heat i
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Making Homemade Greek & Regular Yogurt Using Different Methods
26/06/2020 Duración: 17minLike you, I love yogurt. But after eleven years of milking cows, I've never made it until now. Why? Well, whenever I looked it up, it always seemed so intimidating. However, not anymore. With the world going crazy, I am more determined than ever to make everything we eat. As our family eats A LOT of yogurts, it was time to bite the bullet and add healthy homemade yogurt making to our list of homesteading essentials ;). Before we begin, let's hear from Laura Burak MS, RD, CDN, a registered dietitian and who received her Bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Science from Penn State University. Greek yogurt vs. regular yogurt: what are the differences between them? "Any plain yogurt is not only a great source of protein and calcium, but it's also convenient and easy to find in most stores, versatile in meals, and economical for the nutritional punch it provides," says Burak. "Greek yogurt, however, contains nearly triple the amount of protein as regular, due to the straining process, which results in a