Spaghetti made from black beans? Yep, a gluten-free spaghetti can add tons of protein to your diet when you eat organic black bean pasta. But is it good? Gluten-Free Pastas I made the switch from traditional wheat-based spaghetti loaded with carbs nearly a decade ago. And I STILL eat tons of pasta. How? And Why?…
How to Get Lead Out of Water
After high amounts of lead were found in the drinking water in Flint, Michigan; Newark, New Jersey; and many more American cities, you might be wondering how to get lead out of water. You should be. Lead in water is a common problem in America. And it doesn’t seem to be getting any better. Which is a…
Avocado Green Mattress Review
My search for a natural mattress seems never ending. I absolutely LOVED this natural mattress which we had before we got rid of our home and started RVing (so it’s still in a storage room in another state.) We’re in a temporary home while we’re figuring things out, and I really need a new natural…
Latex For Less Review: Soft Latex Mattress Topper
My mission to find an affordable and healthy mattresses and mattress toppers is surprisingly more difficult than you might think. When you’re like me, and want a nontoxic bed to sleep in but don’t want to spend a small fortune, you might get discouraged really, really quickly. Which is why when I find a company…
DIY Collectives Subscription Box Review
I love DIY subscription boxes, but there never seems to be any healthy, natural or eco-minded projects. When I found DIY Collectives box, I couldn’t wait to try it out. Imagine, DIY that is good for you and the environment! DIY Collectives Subscription Box According to DIY Collectives: The DO IT YOURSELF COLLECTIVES are dedicated to providing…
ThredUp Goody Box Review: What Is Inside?
The online secondhand clothing store, thredUp, has just created a new product for clothes shopping from home. The thredUp Goody Box is a way of receiving secondhand clothing right to your door and selecting what you like and don’t like without shipping fees or commitment to keep the clothes. This sustainable fashion alternative might not…
Organic Cotton Sheets: Farm to Fabric Nontoxic Bedding
Farm to table is becoming more common for food, but have you ever stopped to think about farm to fabric? The sheets that you sleep on for a third of your life should be just as nontoxic as the food that you put in your body. Which is why I was thrilled to find these…
You Can Help Protect Our Waterways and Take Care Of Your Family At The Same Time
This post is sponsored by Tom’s of Maine. One of the great things about living in the mountains are the refreshing waterfalls, lakes, and streams we have surrounding us. While it’s super fun for my boys to splish and splash and cool off under the summer sun, the importance of our water sources is something…
Nonstick Ceramic Cookware: Is the Coating Safe?
I have always used stainless steel pots and pans. It has been the safest cookware that I’ve found where I don’t have to worry about chemical exposures coming from non-stick pots and pans. But recently, I started looking into nonstick ceramic cookware and wondering is the coating safe? Why would I wonder if cooking with…
Kid-Friendly Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Dip
In our family, the recipes and food traditions we pass down have always been super simple. We’ve found that actually getting in the kitchen together is the recipe to happiness. As my nephew becomes old enough to learn about helping to prepare food and making healthier choices, we spent a morning teaching him to make…