Here in the desert, the mosquitoes arrive with summer weather. I've always been one of those people who is highly attractive to mosquitoes, and I can be literally covered in mosquito bites in just a short time outside. I passed this trait on to my son Ian as well. 😝 Time for mosquito repellent, but I'm not willing to risk potential health problems by using conventional mosquito repellents. Did you know that DEET is banned in some European countries due to toxicity concern

Outdoor play and work are in full swing, and that often means sunburns! Here in the desert Southwest, we have an intense amount of sunshine. Long days spent gardening or playing in water can result in sunburns, especially when I forget the sunscreen. Homeopathy to the rescue! Here are the two most-often-indicated homeopathic remedies for sunburns. These remedies will take away the pain and prompt the body to heal the sunburned areas much more quickly than if left untreated.

Family Favorite! I developed this recipe when my husband was temporarily back on the GAPS Diet back in 2018, but it has continued to be a family favorite since then even though no one is on such a strict diet now! The GAPS Diet protocol can be quite similar to Keto and Paleo Diets, depending on how it is implemented. The GAPS Diet is based around healthy fats (such as ghee, coconut oil, and tallow), meats, veggies, broth, fruits, and fermented foods; it allows no grains, pot

Baking soda and vinegar can replace your shampoo and conditioner! Here's a guide to using the no 'poo method based on over 10 years of experience. Baking soda is used to wash the hair and vinegar is used to condition it. Not only is this method effective, healthy, and frugal, but it is also easy to tailor this method to different hair types. Here's what's in this guide: basic recipes and methods for baking soda shampoo and vinegar conditioner, ways to tailor this method for

Although my husband and I made an informed decision not to vaccinate our own children, I believe the decision of whether or not to vaccinate is a fundamental right of parenthood. For parents who choose to vaccinate, or for people who are compelled to vaccinate by law, below is information about how homeopathy can be used to treat vaccine reactions. Vaccine Reactions are Real The unfortunate truth is that vaccine reactions really do occur. Sometimes the negative effects are

HOT OFF THE PRESS: One of my clinical homeopathic cases has been published in the Hpathy journal. The article gives all the details of successful treatment of a severe covid case that initially presented with double pneumonia and coughing up blood. This case was a striking example of how well homeopathic remedies can work for severe epidemic illnesses. You can read the full case here: https://hpathy.com/clinical-cases/a-severe-case-of-covid-responds-beautifully-to-homeopathy/

Do you want to learn more about how to use homeopathy effectively? Here's a free introductory class for you! Homeopathy is a complete system of medicine that can be used for first-aid, illnesses, and chronic health problems. Although homeopathy can be remarkably powerful, knowing how to use it effectively can be challenging because it is so very different from other healing modalities. H ere is a 40-minute video class to guide you, based on over a decade of experience in my h

Sneezing, itchy eyes, runny nose... Got allergies? Homeopathy can help!

" Measles Outbreak! " It's all over the news again here in New Mexico, but is there really cause for concern? Here is info about: illness severity, nutritional support, safety and risks of MMR vaccines, and homeopathics that have been found to be effective at treating the illness. DISCLAIMER: This information is not to be construed as medical advice and is intended for educational use only. Measles Symptoms According to Physicians for Informed Consent , *Measles symptoms in

Parents, are you struggling with screen time issues with your kids? We were, too, but here's what worked for us! Harms From Too Much Screen Time Overuse of screens and screen addiction are harming kids. Too much screen time has been linked to: Behavior problems, delayed developmental milestones, and worse vocabulary skills in preschool children Lower reading and math scores in elementary kids Obesity and depression in children and young people Anxiety, behavior issues, depre

This time of year, many are tiring of school and homeschool. Throw away the worksheets and busywork; instead embrace Life Schooling and have fun learning together! Here are 40 ideas for exploration alongside your kids. Read-aloud in the morning and at bedtime (here are 10 Tips for Read Aloud Success ) Go for a daily walk or scooter rides (sunshine = Vitamin D for boosting the immune system) Play board games and card games for the fun of it (and let the math happen naturally

Homeopathic remedies are quite effective at treating acute illnesses and injuries of all kinds, including colds -and- flus , bumps-and-bruises , sprained joints, bug bites , and burns . Homeopathic remedies also work great for treating acute "emotional injuries" as well, such as grief , disappointment, anticipatory anxiety, and fright . Most people, and even many homeopaths, use only dry doses of homeopathic remedies. Dry doses are simple and easy, but wet doses are even mor

Correct dosing is just as important as remedy selection, and can make a huge difference in the results.

If I could have have just one homeopathic remedy on-hand for acute emotional stresses, it would be Ignatia amara . From grief to homesickness to disappointment, this remedy is indispensable for many of life's emotional stresses. Like all homeopathic remedies, Ignatia works by stimulating the body to fix whatever is wrong, be that on the emotional, mental, or physical level. Rather than suppressing symptoms like conventional medicines do, homeopathic remedies actually work w

We're in the midst of cold and flu season, so I wanted to share the protocol that has been quite effective at helping with respiratory illnesses in my family. Of course, we also use homeopathic remedies for treating colds , flus , and COVID-19 . However, I have found that when we use the following supplement trio, with many illnesses the symptoms never become strong enough to need much in the way of homeopathic support. Supplement Trio At the first sign of illness, we take

We're dialing back the sweets after enjoying plenty over the holidays, so I'm looping back around to this recipe for Einkorn Banana Nut Bread that is sweetened with only bananas! It is mildly sweet, with lots of banana flavor and the yummy crunch of nuts. My family has enjoyed this recipe for breakfast or a midday snack. My family switched to Einkorn wheat flour over 10 years ago. Einkorn is an ancient variety of wheat that has never been hybridized; as such it is natural

Storebought lip balms and lotions are generally filled with unhealthy ingredients that can be absorbed through our skin. Organic lotions are pricey and may still not have the best ingredients. For the last 10+ years, my family has been using homemade hard lotion and lip balm. This recipe for homemade hard lotion and lip balm is made from coconut oil, shea butter, and beeswax. Hard lotion is a great all-over body moisturizer, and it is also wonderful to use on any very dry

Did you know that many lotions contain unhealthy ingredients that can be absorbed by your skin? The known harmful effects from lotion ingredients include developmental and reproductive toxicity, endocrine disruption, and organ system toxicity. Getting rid of your lotion can be an important step towards a healthy lifestyle. Here in the desert southwest, our very low humidity and wide range of temperatures can lead to very dry skin. I used to apply lotion to my whole body d

Nutrition is a cornerstone of health. Processed and unnatural foods wreak havoc on the body, whereas real foods support true health. But how do we know what makes a diet truly healthy? Real Foods Research Weston A. Price was a dentist who traveled the world aiming to learn why so many of his patients in the United States had prevalent tooth decay and cavities. Price learned that people who ate traditional foods had virtually no cavities or tooth decay, nor even cancer, d

From 2020-2022, I treated over 150 cases of COVID-19 in my small homeopathic practice, mostly for people living in other cities and states. When I reflect back, there is one case that stands out because it shows so clearly how effectively homeopathy works for treating severe illnesses. The case was Steve*, who was a 52-year-old with comorbidities of obesity, depression, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). By the time Steve started homeo