Okay guys… I have to tell you about something truly amazing. WATER KEFIR! Water Kefir just might be my newest addiction. It’s easy to brew, cheap to make, it’s vegan, it’s gluten-free, and it’s FILLED with probiotics. If you don’t have someone local who is willing to share some water kefir grains with you, you…
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VegaOne: Review and Recipes
You guys probably know by now that I’m pretty picky when it comes to packaged foods I’ll allow in my body on a regular basis. I have found myself easily frustrated when it comes to the “health food” industry ESPECIALLY when it comes to protein shakes, workout supplements, and “health” smoothie mixes. In all honesty,…
Chicken Stock
What do we do on a cold winter day? Make homemade chicken stock for all our holiday recipes! Did you know that homemade bone broth (chicken stock, beef stock, etc) from quality ingredients is vital to your health!? There is actually a reason that your great grandma tells you to make chicken soup when you’re…
2 Ingredient Cookies and 2 Ingredient Whipped Cream (Vegan friendly!)
Happy Weekend, Uprisers! My wonderful friend, Sabrina, taught me the most magical way to make (and eat) “cookies and cream.” The best part? These are both SUPER easy, and require two ingredients each to make (more optional ingredients can be added if desired, but we’ll get into that later). This tantalizing flavor experience starts with…
Natural Allergy Relief Using Essential Oils
Allergy season is in full swing around here, and it has been for a couple of months. Unfortunately, it’s only getting worse. I never really suffered from allergy problems until just a few years ago. When people said things like, “My allergies are KILLING me today,” I never really understood what they meant. To be…
Zeolite Detoxifying Toothpaste
Making your own toothpaste is SIMPLE! All you’ll need is Zeolite clay, spring water, and a good quality essential oil or blend. Start by mixing your clay with the water to make a thick paste. a LITTLE water goes a long way with this, so I like to start with a half cup of clay and…
MARCH AGAINST MONSANTO in a city near you on May 25th!
On Saturday, May 25, 2013, thousands of people will gather together all over the world in hopes that the outcry against Monsanto and all GMO/GEO will be heard. Will you be one of us? What?: March Against Monsanto When: Saturday, May 25, 2013 Where: All around the world in a city near you. Click here to…
Container Gardening
I have been getting a lot of questions about container gardening specifically. It doesn’t surprise me that more and more people are beginning to realize that they can grow food practically anywhere they live– even if they don’t have a yard! The questions I have received have varied from “What is container gardening?” all the…
Almond Milk
I keep getting asked how to make nut milk. So I guess it’s safe to assume this post will be about nut milk, almond milk specifically. I actually made a fresh batch this morning. I’ll show you in steps how I make it. Please note that this same basic recipe can be used for any…
Green Juice Challenge & Recipes!
The Green Juice challenge! Some of you may be wondering what the challenge entails, and some of you may just be wondering what the heck green juice is. Some of you already drink green smoothies. I am going to start by explaining what green juice is, then I’ll explain the true difference between green juice…