Watermelon Cupcakes
Watermelon Cupcakes

Are you looking for a dessert that is festive and delicious? Did you know, on average… Kids eat 66 grams of sugar per day, two and a half times what’s recommended. And it equals 53 POUNDS of sugar per year! Sugar sweetened beverages make up 47% of this sugar and sweet...

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Hibiscus and Rose Hips Soda
Hibiscus and Rose Hips Soda

For me, summer is such a fun time to experiment with new recipes. Our days are less structured and my daughter loves to join me in the kitchen to create new, delicious foods and drinks. Since we don’t do traditional sodas or sports drinks, summertime is a perfect time...

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Ruby’s Fourth of July Smoothie Bowl
Ruby’s Fourth of July Smoothie Bowl

Holidays are great opportunities to encourage our kids to join us in the kitchen to prepare festive foods and also take the lead on making their own recipes. I am so proud of my daughter, Ruby. She created a smoothie bowl for the Fourth of July! She figured out a plan...

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Naturally Dyed Easter Eggs
Naturally Dyed Easter Eggs

Artificial colors can be the cause of many negative reactions when they are ingested into our bodies. Some children and adults become hyperactive, irritable, aggressive, inattentive, or have other symptoms known to stem from artificial colors made from petroleum-based...

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Protein-Rich Foods for Kids
Protein-Rich Foods for Kids

A frequent question that comes up on our live Q&A with parents in my Nourishing Hope for Healing Kids group program is around adequate protein. It is a logical question, it is an important nutrient. In fact, I refer to protein sources as “growing foods.” This is...

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12 Benefits of Gelatin
12 Benefits of Gelatin

What is Gelatin Exactly? Simply, gelatin is COOKED collagen. Gelatin is the basic ingredient is used to make foods “gel”. Gelatin is found in bone broth, but also manufactured into a powder/granulated form and added to make gummies, gelatin desserts, and more. This...

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Dump the Resolutions and Focus on Self-Care
Dump the Resolutions and Focus on Self-Care

I love the new year…Well, sort of. Let me explain. I love the opportunity during the new year to reflect on what I want to create. I dislike the “pressure” of the “New Year’s Resolution.” It feels so forced. And if you know me, you know I dislike feeling forced to do...

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Nourishing Hope Holiday Guide
Nourishing Hope Holiday Guide

  Holiday Gift GuideI get many in my community who ask about my favorite products, not just in the kitchen but also when it comes to clean air, water, snacks, treats, and even self-care products. When we are looking to nourish our families in the healthiest ways...

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