Healthy Living Archives - The Naturista

Teaching Kids to Respect and Care for Nature: Why It Matters and How to Get Started

In an age where environmental issues are becoming increasingly urgent, teaching children to respect and care for nature is more important than ever. Instilling these values early on can shape a generation of environmentally conscious individuals who understand the significance of protecting our planet. Let’s explore why it’s crucial to teach kids about environmental stewardship […]

Raising Chickens: One Year Later

A year ago I started our first flock, the background of which you can read here. Now, I’m thrilled to share my first year raising Golden Comet chickens. This experience has been both delightful and educational, offering insights into the world of backyard poultry. If you’ve ever considered starting a small flock, you’ll find this […]

Soaking Up The Benefits – Five of My Favorite Recipes for Soaks and Detoxing

I love a good soak. At the end of a long day, there are few things I like better than a hot tub full of wonderful, detoxifying ingredients. This post coincides with Day 15 of my Instagram Challenge. Follow along as I post 31 days worth of tips for a more healthy, natural life. Five of My […]

Favorite Thieves Cleaner- Two Recipes and Best Uses

This post coincides with Day 4 of my Instagram Challenge. Follow along as I post 31 days worth of tips for a more healthy, natural life. For those of who have followed for a while, I love my essential oils. I use them on a daily basis, from diffuser blends and hair care, to dish […]

Finding Strength During the COVID-19 Lockdown

I hope this message finds you well amidst these unprecedented times. As we all navigate the early days of the COVID-19 lockdown, I wanted to reach out with a message of comfort and support. These are challenging and uncertain moments, but remember that we are in this together, and there are ways to find solace […]

Oils- 5 Best and Worst For Sustainability

When it comes to choosing oils, both for cooking and general use, considering their sustainability is crucial. Not only do different oils have varied impacts on human health, but their production can also significantly affect the environment. Here’s a closer look at five popular oils—palm oil, grapeseed oil, olive oil, coconut oil, and almond oil—evaluating […]

Coronavirus

I feel almost redundant making a post about this. The novel Coronavirus, COVID-19, or whatever you’d like to call it is in the news worldwide. By now we’ve all heard the stories from China, Italy, Iran, and now that it’s in the United States and impacting day-to-day life, its effects can hardly be missed. When […]

My “Essential” Thieves Oil Blend

One of my favorite things about essential oils (aside from how awesome they are) is the history behind them. Humans have utilized the power of oils for thousands of years. Can you imagine, that long ago, mothers using the same blends for their children? The ability to heal your own children is wonderful. It’s such […]

Flu Season Protection For Littles

The air is getting cooler, the wind is picking up, and pumpkin spice is in everything. Autumn is my favorite season, but there’s one part of this time of year I absolutely dread: Flu season. And is it just me, or is it starting early this year? I try to stay vigilant, especially with weakened […]

Self-Care: So Much More Than Spoiling Yourself

There’s a lot of misunderstanding when it comes to the idea of self-care. When I ask people what they think it means, the answers range anywhere from clueless looks, to risqué comments, to things like “well it means getting pampered, right?” No. Self-care doesn’t mean going to the salon and the masseuse on the weekly. […]

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