Author Archives: Vanessa

Whole Vegetable Juice

Posted on April 21, 2012 by Vanessa

Vegetables are so healthy – and I like eating relatively few of them. I love V-8 Juice, but do not like the high cost or the high sodium content. However, my Blendtec has solved the problem – I can throw … Continue reading →

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Relaxing Bath Salts

Posted on April 15, 2012 by Vanessa

This simple recipe is amazing! Bath Salts 1 cup Epsom Salt 2-5 T. olive oil (enough to moisten all of the salt) 6 or so drops of Essential Oil (I used lavender – yum!) Mix these ingredients in a small … Continue reading →

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Carrot Juice

Posted on April 7, 2012 by Vanessa

If you do not have a Blendtec and cannot make whole food juice, do not despair, here are directions for making carrot juice sans great blender: We are able to purchase organic carrots in bulk through Costco or Azure Standard … Continue reading →

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Kale Chips

Posted on April 2, 2012 by Vanessa

These are super easy to make and a great way to get some super healthy greens in your system! Kale is high in vitamin K, A, and C. It’s also a good source of fiber. To make Kale chips, cut … Continue reading →

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Naturally Clean Clothes

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Vanessa

Meet my laundry dream team: We use Ecos which we purchase at Costco.  This detergent is made from biodegradable cleaning agents, made from all plant based cleaning agents (no icky stuff!), contains no phosphates or dyes, and has a light … Continue reading →

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