Rainbow Smoothies
Rainbow smoothies are a delicious way to pack in nutrients! It’s hard to get kids to eat healthy. One of the challenges Girl Scouts presented to the girls was a nutrition mission. We decided as a troop to accept the challenge. One month of drinking water versus soft drinks and trying to increase the daily intake of fruit and veggies. During the … Continue reading
Coconut Oil Dog Treats
Coconut Oil Dog Treats These dog treats are easy and fun to make. So simple your kids could make them, and if they snack while making them they are healthy for humans too. Beware your puppy will be sitting at your feet begging for the treats before they are even baked COCONUT OIL DOG TREATS 1 cup oatmeal ½ cup … Continue reading
DIY Summer Care with Coconut Oil
Oh how I have been waiting for the warm summer days after the rough winter this year 🙂 Here are few tips on how to use coconut oil when you out having some Summer Fun !!! Pre-sun care: Rub a small amount of coconut oil on exposed skin before heading out in the sun. Coconut oil has a natural SPF … Continue reading
DIY Sunburn Relief Cream Recipe
Summer is upon us and I for one is looking forward to those long naps on the beach :-). It sure is easy to stay out in the summer sun just a little too long and… whoops! Ingredients: 2 tbsp coconut oil 15 drops lavender essential oil 15 drops Valor essential oil blend Directions: 1. Stir essential oils into the … Continue reading
Coconut Shrimp
Coconut Shrimp makes a fabulous dinner! This week we are featuring a sustainable seafood – farm raised shrimp along with the superfood – coconut oil to make a great combination. This recipe takes some time but it is totally worth it and great for family time! You can use an assembly line for getting the shrimp cleaned, dipped and coated. … Continue reading
Detox Clay Mask
When you’re ready to pamper your skin, don’t head to the department store–head to your kitchen! I absolutely love homemade facial masks. They’re the natural way to pamper your skin, refine pores, smooth wrinkles, and rejuvenate your skin–without the chemicals (or the pricetag!) of your typical department store products. Here is one of my favorite recipes: 2 Tablespoons Bentonite Clay 1 … Continue reading
How to Make Sweet Orange Coconut Oil Soap
How to Make Sweet Orange Coconut Oil Soap We are always on the lookout for a new scent of soap and new beauty uses for coconut oil. A scent that is sure to remind of the warmth of a summer day is sweet orange! This soap moisturizes and has a sweet, summery smell. The zesty scent of Orange helps wake … Continue reading
Sunday Special Coffee Cake (Grain Free + Dairy Free)
I am excited to share this delicious coffee cake recipe from the book,Indulge: 70 Grain Free Desserts by Carol Lovett of Ditch The Wheat! I’ve tested several coffee cake recipes using coconut flour with no success. When I saw this recipe in Carols book I knew I had to try it. This recipe hit the spot! We particularly loved the coconut sugar topping … Continue reading
