Refreshing Water Kefir (or Kombucha) Ice Cream Float

August 1, 2014 - by Jessica Espinoza, CYT

I have professed my love for ice cream many times on this site. You guys probably think I’m silly, but hey, I love the stuff! While I am pretty much a fan of ice cream in any style, shape, or form, ice cream floats are always a delicious way to enjoy the creamy cold treat. Since...

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Lactofermented Beet Ginger Sauerkraut :: Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Dairy-Free

July 31, 2014 - by Jessica Espinoza, CYT

{Note from Jessica: Today’s post is shared by my lovely friend, Marjorie Saveski, author of the This is So Good website. Marjorie is a blogger and a home cook with a passion for real food, health, and fitness. She hopes to share what she has learned through her real life experience and research with her...

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11 Tips for Health and Longevity

July 30, 2014 - by Jessica Espinoza, CYT

I LOVE this infographic from Dr. Mercola. I agree 100% with all of these tips and when you follow these guidelines, eating and living healthy isn’t hard! This image boils real food and natural living down to the basics. Please share the knowledge with others! A healthy lifestyle is essential to achieving optimal well-being and...

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Essential Oils for Oral Wellness (+ a DIY Mouthwash Recipe)

July 29, 2014 - by Jessica Espinoza, CYT

{Note from Jessica: Today’s post is shared by my sweet friend Jess Kuh. Jess is a fellow real food lover with a passion for natural living, herbs, and anything that keeps her family and home healthy.} ~~~~~~ Dental care is one of those necessary evils we all face. I mean, who really LIKES to go to the...

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How to Make Lactofermented Green Tomatoes

July 28, 2014 - by Jessica Espinoza, CYT

{Please extend a warm welcome to my dear friend (and affiliate partner) Lisa from Lisa’s Counter Culture. Lisa and I have been friends for several years now and she is a go-to fermenting resource for me and was a BIG help when I first started learning how to ferment anaerobically. She’s sharing a delicious recipe for...