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Raw Power Energy Bars

Dawn Gifford — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:04:42 PST

These raw power bars are absolutely packed with protein, healthy fats, low-glycemic carbs, enzymes, vitamins, omega-3s, calcium, magnesium, selenium, iodine and zinc—and they are yummy and will keep you going for a good while.

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GIVEAWAY: Heirloom Garden Seeds

Dawn Gifford — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:26:25 PST

Win a free package of 10 non-GMO, heirloom, open-pollinated vegetable seeds from Clear Creek Seeds! Giveaway ends Feb 12, 2012!

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Kool Kohlrabi

Dawn Gifford — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:30:36 PST

Kohlrabi can be an intimidating vegetable if you haven’t been around it much. It looks like an organic, green space alien, with a taste like fresh, crunchy broccoli stems, with a hint of radish. The name kohlrabi comes from the German kohl, meaning cabbage, and rabi, meaning turnip—and that kind of says it all about this delicious vegetable.

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Why You Should Start a Food Buying Club This Year

Dawn Gifford — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 00:48:41 PST

Starting or joining a natural food buying club in just makes good economic and environmental sense. It can also help connect you with the farmers and food produced locally in your region and build a strong sense of community and connection in your neighborhood, social group and family.

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Homemade Coconut Milk

Dawn Gifford — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:25:16 PST

Coconut milk is often a regular staple for people with food allergies, as well as an outstanding dairy replacement and healthy fat source for those who are adhere to a raw, GAPS or Paleo diet. Fortunately it is very easy and cheap to make at home.

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Stopping the Cough, Naturally

Dawn Gifford — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 11:32:39 PST

The recipe for getting better in our house is homemade, pasture-raised chicken soup, Netflix, and one or two of these favorite homemade cough remedies.

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Breaking the Ice Without Scorching the Earth

Dawn Gifford — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 23:35:01 PST

As snow falls this week, know that not all de-icers are alike, and some are downright harmful to your pets, your children and your local streams and rivers.

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Celebrating an Eco Friendly Holiday

Dawn Gifford — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 22:52:20 PST

Between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day, Americans throw away a million extra tons of garbage each week. Here are some ways to reduce your environmental footprint this holiday season.

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Homemade Laundry Detergent

Dawn Gifford — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:10:54 PST

These days, everyone is looking for ways to save some money. Fortunately for your wallet and the planet, the easiest way to save money in the laundry room is to make your own laundry detergent. If you are chemically sensitive or on the GAPS diet like we are, making your own laundry detergent will not [...]

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Raw Sweet Potato Pie

Dawn Gifford — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 09:37:03 PST

This year I am lightening up the dessert course (and improving its nutrition!) by making raw sweet potato pie. This pie has two toppings to choose from: traditional walnut and a bright citrus glaze. Sweet and spicy like the Thanksgiving classic, but so much lighter and healthier after a decadent family meal—I think you will really enjoy this special holiday pie!

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