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Allergies: Symptoms of Mold Exposure

AmieSugat — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:39:10 +0000

According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, symptoms of mold allergies are nearly identical to other allergy symptoms since the same immune system reactions are involved. Mold allergies can be seasonal, depending on whether the person is allergic to outdoor or indoor...

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Dandelion: Uses and Health Benefits

SatuR — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:43:21 +0000

Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) is a valuable plant in cooking and in home herbal remedies. All parts of dandelion are usable: flowers, leaves and roots. Dandelion is a blood cleanser and good for the liver, and a great addition to homemade spring detox tea blends. Some Health Benefits of...

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Homemade Mint Jelly for Garden Fresh Produce

AngEngland — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 11:46:28 +0000

Mint is one of those unstoppable herbs in the garden. It will bounce back from heavy pruning, too much rain, or not enough water. It will also spread and fill whatever container (or garden area) that it is planted in, giving you plenty of fresh herbs to use in the kitchen. One recipe you...

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Whole Wheat Blueberry Muffins With Honey

AngEngland — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:49:58 +0000

I love that this recipe uses both locally sourced honey as a sweetener, and whole wheat. If you’re in my area, tis the season for fresh blueberries. If not – your time will arrive soon have no fear. And when it does you will want to try these muffins. Sometimes we make these as...

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M&M Ice Cream Cake with Oreo Crust

Erica Mueller — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:10:23 +0000

My brother in-law always asks for ice cream cake for his birthday. Usually, he wants cookies and cream, but this year he asked if I could make an M&M cake. I figured it couldn’t be too hard so I said yes. (I’m crazy brave like that.) Since I know he loves Oreos and cookies...

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Motorola MBP 41 Video Baby Monitor Review

Jenn — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:27:44 +0000

Recently, I was pleased to have a chance to review the Motorola MBP 41 Video Baby Monitor! I used it with my 2 year old son. I haven’t actually used a monitor that often for him since he was a really tiny baby, but I knew we had a trip coming up where we would… Read More»

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Spicy Herbed Sausage Pasta

AngEngland — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:04:51 +0000

This is the time of the year summer herbs are beginning to produce well, like oregano and basil, while over-wintered garlic is coming out of hte ground. Both play a great role in seasoning this spicy and savory sausage pasta dish. I love how Heather used chicken sausage for a lower fat version. See...

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Try a New Snack Sampler Box!

AngEngland — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 05:18:06 +0000

I recently went home and we started talking about the difference between “diet food” and healthy food – and we were laughing about the time my mom bought these “healthy” cookies. Jammer somethings. They were SO AWFUL. We tried to feed them to the dog and the dog...

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How Do You Make Soap – Hot Process Lye Soap

AmieSugat — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 13:45:48 +0000

Making soap at home is a fun process that ensures your soap is free of harsh chemicals and allergens such as artificial colors and fragrances. Homemade soap can be given as gifts to friends and family. Get your kids in on the action and teach them a fun lesson in chemistry with this...

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An Introduction to Unschooling: Nothing “UN” About It!

Robin Egerton — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:59:29 +0000

Unschooling is really just another way to educate children at home, within the family context. Some home schools seek to reproduce public school at the kitchen table. Others may be less structured but still adhering to a daily routine, with attention paid to specific subjects. Both of these methods...

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