A lot of people think of vacation as a time they can just let loose and not worry about what they’re eating. I know I used to be like this. My wife even used to say, “calories don’t count on vacation.” Yet, if you want to stay healthy on vacation, this is the worst attitude …
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Despite the explosion in popularity, there are still lots of unanswered questions concerning cannabidiol (CBD). Many people continue to hear wonderful things, but still want to know exactly what is CBD oil. Making things even more uncertain is the current legal status. Is CBD oil legal or isn’t it? Compounding the confusion is all the …
What is cbd oil? Is it even legal? Clearing The Confusion on CannabidiolRead More
Treating fevers in kids, when to worry, and why fevers are actually a good thing. Plus, we discuss flu shots, alternatives to acetaminophen, and how phones/screens are messing up our kids’ brains. How A Fever Is A Wonderful Thing (HHF Podcast #11) I welcome Dr. Paul Thomas to the show. Dr. Paul is a best …
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Tylenol (acetaminophen) is one of the most widely used medicines on the planet, and despite the known Tylenol side effects, the prevailing medical view is that acetaminophen is perfectly safe when used properly. But is it really safe? Is Tylenol really safe for everyone? How about for kids and infants? Is Tylenol safe for pregnant …
Tylenol Side Effects: Is Acetaminophen Really Safe For Kids(or adults)?Read More
A lot of people don’t take the word mindfulness very seriously. They may dismiss mindfulness exercises as being too hippie dippie, or perhaps, they think mindfulness is restricted to monks meditating on a mountaintop somewhere. However, regular people like me are turning to mindfulness as a way to cope with all the stress life throws …
Simple Mindfulness Exercises For Everyday People (and kids too)Read More
One of the best ways to learn mindfulness for beginners, is to think about a time when you were actually mindful. If you are brand new to this, you may be thinking, “But, I don’t even know what mindfulness means. How can I think about a time I was mindful?” Not to worry, we are …
Mindfulness For Beginners: How Mindfulness Helps You FlourishRead More
If you’ve ever had a headache, stuffy nose, or itchy bug bite, then chances are you have a friend that has recommended an essential oil to help. Essential oils are awesome, and I’m excited to see their popularity continue to rise. With the surge in popularity comes many new essential oil companies hoping to ride …
If you do find yourself in the unlucky position of having a bug bite, you’re probably looking for a quick mosquito bite remedy. Fortunately, there are plenty of natural ways that will provide you and your family quick relief. Our family uses a handful of essential oils to help soothe the itch, swelling, and pain …
Mosquito Bite Remedy: Get Rid of Mosquito Bites FastRead More
Nothing can ruin a nice evening outdoors like those pesky mosquitoes. The good news is that you can repel and prevent those painful & itchy bites without resorting to harsh chemicals. You can make your own homemade essential oil bug repellent and get rid of those mosquito bites once and for all. In this post, …
Essential Oil Bug Repellent: Prevent and Get Rid Of Mosquito Bites For GoodRead More
“I could never do that.” “What do you even eat?” “I don’t know how you do it.” These are common things I hear from people regarding my diet, but what they don’t understand is that I used to feel the exact same way before I made the leap to paleo. The thought of eating a …
Paleo Before and After: 5 Confessions of a S.A.D. DadRead More
Spring is here. Easter is over, and now that means Mother’s Day is quickly approaching. While Moms everywhere are looking forward to their special day, Dads all around are starting to feel the burden of finding those perfect Mother’s Day Gifts. Perhaps, burden isn’t the best word to describe it. It’s not a burden to …
Do the Easter Bunny Bop Bop! Step left, right, left; then hop, hop. Big bunny ears go flop flip flop in the Easter Bunny Bop Bop. Every Easter Egg has some magic inside. If you’re lucky there might even be a surprise.” Find plenty of fun, surprises, and maybe even a little magic in this …
How to Make Fermented Foods and Get Your Kids to Like them I’m so excited to be teaching people how to make fermented foods over at Crunchymamascience.com today. These foods are some the most powerful and healing foods we can eat. They are not as hard or labor intensive to make. You can make a …
We all know how kid friendly fermented foods are, right? Kids can’t wait until that fresh batch of spicy kimchi is ready. They just love the strange texture of sauerkraut and the sour flavor of all fermented foods. Okay, seriously, it’s no easy feat getting kids to try new things, but don’t let that scare …
Not The Average Guy’s Strength Targets: Dad’s Fitness Goals By the end of this year, I want to be able to bench 250. Not me! I want to be able to curl 50 pounds with one arm. Nope! I’m going to run a half marathon. Are you kidding, why would I want to do that? A …
Bundle up! It’s only 19 degrees outside, but we are going outside to play anyway. The ground is covered with a fresh coat of white snow. These 4 kids are eager to test the hill in our backyard. It’s a thin layer, but it might just be enough for sledding. Yes, that’s right 4 kids. …
The Best Dads Never Grow Up: Why I Play with My KidsRead More
I wonder what 2017 will have in store for our family. For some odd reason, I have a good feeling about this year. In the past, we’ve had our share of setbacks, some challenges, and quite a bit of bad luck. However, I am hereby publicly declaring, 2017 is the year it all happens for us. …
Sometimes you just need to find easy ways to get kids to eat vegetables *And maybe a picky Dad too. Vegetables!! Bleh! Yuck!! No! No! No! No, I’m not describing my kids. This used to be me just a couple years ago, and this is the way I would react to eating any vegetable. I was …
