Banana Fritters Recipe- Gluten Free, Grain Free, Sugar Free, Vegan

With my husband on a grain free diet as of the past two weeks, because of his seasonal allergies, my cooking for my family has changed somewhat. We’re eating largely grain free, but for some meals I make my husband a grain free meal, and make the rest of the family something with gluten free […]

Mooncup Menstrual Cup- A Cheap Green Tampon Alternative- A Review

So most of the people who read this blog are women, but I do know there are men who read this blog. Men, this post is not for you. This is strictly girl talk, about girly stuff, you know, periods, blood, women parts, etc… so you can just pass on by now. Kay? And now […]

Homemade Healthy Sauerkraut Recipe Video

I’ve posted before my recipe for sauerkraut when I didn’t used to pound it. I’ve started pounding my sauerkraut, despite the extra work involved, because I’ve discovered that, for some reason, it keeps better for longer than when I just submerge the cabbage in salt water. Here’s my video on how to make your own […]

Starting to Vlog- and Easy Grain Free Spaghetti Recipe Video

Lots of local people have asked if I can teach cooking classes, and I’m strongly considering the idea, but I can’t do it in my home, because my kitchen is too small for a crowd. I asked a friend if I could teach the classes in her large kitchen in her home, and she said […]

Grain Free Red Lentil Crackers Recipe- Gluten Free, Vegan, GAPS Legal

So my husband’s off of gluten and all grains, as well as most legumes. And all processed foods. Because of seasonal allergies. And I’m trying to be cheap. And make yummy foods that aren’t too different from the standard fare. Now how do you do that? It ain’t easy, I tell ya. More work in […]

How will Health Savings Accounts change in 2013?

Those of you who are looking to save money on health care may choose to have a high deductible plan together with a Health Savings Account, as it generally turns out to be cheaper. Here’s a guest post on HSA’s that those who have them (or if you’re considering switching over to them) will hopefully […]

Dealing with Seasonal Allergies- Naturally, and on a Budget

Nettle juice, nettle tea, water kefir, and raw honey I am very fortunate that even though I had many health issues growing up and until recently, I have never experienced seasonal allergies. My mother had allergies to ragweed and to freshly cut grass and other similar things, but I never really knew what hay fever […]

Making a Secondary Ferment for Water Kefir and Kombucha

Blueberry lemon water kefir So you started making kombucha or water kefir because you know just how important it is to be having probiotics on a regular basis, and wanted to save money and make it yourself instead of buying expensive store bought kombucha all the time. But then you wonder- why is it that […]

Homemade Upcycled Magnetic Tangrams Toy

Do you have a bazzilion magnets lying around the house, or cluttering up your fridge? You know, those magnetic advertisements that so many companies hand out, that you don’t really want anymore and probably didn’t even want to begin with? Instead of them cluttering up your fridge- make a fun creative toy for your kids […]