What is the most popular ​item ever?

#1 Maca Powder
Maca is a truly powerful functional food or "superfood", which can be a health-promoting part of your diet!   Maca root is commonly is dried, made into a powder, and taken like a supplement.  It's great for energy, libido, skin health, mental clarity, stress management, and hormone balance.

#2  Muffin Top Pans
These make muffins even more fun!  They hold the same volume as a regular muffin, but are a fun, new way to eat them.  Each pan makes 6.  Plus, they are great for making my recipes for biscuits and sandwich rounds. HOORAY!

# 3 The Spiral Vegetable Slicer!
It's so much fun!  It comes with 3 different stainless steel blades to make various size cuts.  It's completely hand powered, and makes beautiful food!  It's a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies. ;-)  
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Where can I buy grass-fed beef?

Your local grocery store, farm, CSA, or farmer's market may carry grass-fed meats. 
If not,  Grass Fed Traditions is a company committed to providing grass-fed meats, pastured poultry, and grass-fed dairy products produced by family farms with animals that graze on lush pastures. ​

They offer North American grass-fed bison, Galloway grass-fed beef, grass-fed lamb, pastured poultry raised on pasture and Cocofeed, soy-free eggs, and some of the finest butter made from the milk of grass-fed cows. 
Shipping is available to all 50 states.

Grass-fed beef is especially rich in omega-3 anti-inflammatory fats and the anti-oxidant vitamins A and E. Compared to commercially raised meats, it is higher in minerals like calcium and magnesium, contains more protein, and is naturally leaner and lower in fat. 
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"I keep hearing about coconut oil.  
  Is it really that great?"

YES! A million times yes!  Coconut oil has wonderful antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties.  It is a super-superfood.  It is great to heal the digestive system, for the brain, and for kids.  You can cook with it just like butter, and it stands up to high heat.  Put it in your coffee!  Coconut oil is also great for the skin as a moisturizer and even a sunscreen.  Have you tried oil pulling with coconut oil? 
More FAQ about coconut oil.

I buy Tropical Traditions brand, whose prices are very reasonable and the quality is A+. Their Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil is "top of the line".  But, if you want a lighter flavor, try the "expeller pressed variety.  It's my favorite because I don't want everything tasting like coconut.​

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Do you have a grocery shopping list?

Absolutely!

Just for my loyal readers, I have compiled a printable grocery list with many nutritious whole foods &  ingredients that go into good, healthy, home cooked meals.  

• Print these sheets out in advance of shopping. I hang them on a clipboard on the wall in my pantry. 
• When you need an item throughout the week, simply circle it.  
• Then, just bring the list to the store when you go.  Easy!

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Which olive oil brands are good?

There are lots of un-pure olive oils out there.  How can you tell?  Put your olive oil in the fridge.  If it doesn't solidify after a day, its not pure.  Olive oil is great for room temp uses (not high heat). Look for extra-virgin varieties.  Olive oil is perishable, so check the date on the bottle and buy it as fresh as possible.  See TruthInOliveoil.com for more information.

The best olive oil on the planet, in my opinion, is Kasandrinos olive oil.  It's top of the line in every way (except price)!  I also like Whole foods 365 brand (the California variety), Trader Joe's 100% Greek olive oil,  Bariani Olive oil, and Bragg salad dressings.

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Which probiotics are helpful?

One of my previous posts, The Relationship between Digestion and your Health, discussed how the health of your digestive system is directly linked to the health of your whole body. Probiotics can make an ENORMOUS difference in gut health, mental health, and overall health! ​

Different probiotics are used for different needs:

• For gut healing, I love the top-of-the-line Prescrip Assist.
• For general use, I love Garden of Life: Primal Defense.
• For infants & children, Life Start & Healthy Start products come highly recommended.
• For use when taking antibiotics or travelling abroad, I take the special strain Sacharomyces Boulardii.

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What brand of collagen & gelatin is best?

Vital Proteins products are my absolute favorite!  The prices are great, the shipping is FREE in the "lower 48", and the products come in a nice sealed container.  Collagen & gelatin are basically the same thing and both dissolve in water, they are just processed differently so the gelatin gels when chilled while the collagen does not gel.  It's what makes bone broth a super food!  ​

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Gelatin= GREEN container (remember the G's)       
Collagen= BLUE container

• Collagen/gelatin make your joints feel lubricated. The health of your joints depends upon the health of the collagen in your ligaments and tendons.
• They make your hair, nails, and skin super strong and beautiful.  Handsome, for the fella's.  ;-)
• They help heal your gut.  When your gut is "leaky", bad toxins can pass through your gut lining.  They fill up the leaks and keeps your immune system strong.

Bone broth is is wonderful food source of collagen. Kettle & Fire Bone Broth has created the healthiest and best bone broth on the market! Each batch of bone broth uses only certified organic ingredients, and marrow bones from grass-fed, pasture-raised cattle that are hormone and antibiotic free.
Use coupon code: aunaturale to save on your first order of individual cartons!
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Where can I buy natural beauty products?

Your skin is the largest organ on your body and absorbs what what you apply on it. It really matters for good health. 

​You can see all my favorites HERE. Below are some of the highlights:

I'm a fan of simple Jojoba oil for the skin.  I put it on after a shower, use it to clean my face with the oil-cleansing method, for eye makeup remover, and I even put it in my hair.  I like Shea Moisture lotion products, too. Some Tea Tree pads are an easy way to wash your face without water when you're tired.  I use Dr. Bronner's Castile soap for body wash.  As far as sunscreen, I use Elta MD sunscreen on my face every day.   Badger sunscreen is fantastic for adult bodies and the kiddos, too!  

My favorite organic, all-natural cosmetics are from 100% Pure. I love that their cosmetics are naturally fruit-pigmented and are packed with antioxidants and nutrients.  They offer a full and colorful line of foundations, primers, concealers, blush, eye makeup, lipstick and gloss, and much, much more.  You can choose from either cream or powders, too.  100% Pure products live up to their name, because they are completely free of synthetic chemicals, chemical preservatives, artificial fragrances, artificial colors, harsh detergents, or any other unhealthy toxins. ​Beauty- as pure as it is powerful!  Perfect for sensitive skin, too.
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Primal Life Organics   Primal Life Organics has make-up, lotions, deodorant, facial products for a variety of skin types, shampoo, and baby products.  Their products are made from cold-pressed organic oils and are fresh made for you when order!  Their "Banished" line is especially good to treat acne. And for aging skin, the Beyond and Infiniti product lines are the best.
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MadeOn: Skin Care Products are wonderful, too!  They sell hand made lotion bars, bug block, rash cream, lip balms, soap, hair butter, and great gifts.  Both women and men definitely like these bars and balms.  They also have do-it-yourself kits for you to make and sell your own  bars of soap, lotion, etc.


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If fluoride is a toxin, what do I use to brush my teeth?

Yes, fluoride is a known neurological toxin, and according to this article by Dr. Mercola, healthy food, not fluoride, is vital for dental health.  The dentist, Dr. Weston A. Price, completed some of the most extensive research on this topic.  He documented his nutritional findings in his classic book, Nutrition and Physical Degeneration. 

To brush my teeth, I use Ora Wellness HealThy Mouth Brushing Blend.  It's made from organic essential oils specially formulated to effectively kill the bad bugs that cause bad breath, bleeding gums, and pain.  Just 3 drops on a toothbrush is all you need!
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I know liver is super healthy, but I just can't stomach it. Any ideas?

You're right!  Liver from a healthy, grass-fed animal is another super-food.  Contrary to popular belief, a healthy liver does not store toxins.  The liver possesses healing properties to detoxify the body.  It is rich in vitamin A, all of the B vitamins, especially B12, folate, iron, CoQ10, and other minerals.

I take liver in the form of desiccated liver pills every day, from grass-fed Argentinian beef.  Many people, including myself, feel amazing energy from taking liver.  
Radiant Life Company also sells a fantastic liver pill and powder.  
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Which supplement brands do you like?

I wrote a whole blog post about how to choose a high quality supplement.  In a nutshell, when it comes to supplements, I choose those that are made from whole foods (not synthetic sources).  My favorite is the supplement line Garden of Life.  

Some other good brands are: NOW, Solgar, Source Naturals, Bluebonnet, Nature’s Way, Twin Lab, Jarrow, Spectrum, Life Extension, Thorne, and Nutrigold. The Radiant Life Company supplements are all top-notch, too!
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Jenny

Holistic Wellness Educator,
MS in Health and Nutrition Education

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