I've enjoyed your posts on PCOS. I'm struggling with that right now. Do you think this condition contributes to my sugar cravings? JenniferDefinitely! But it's not just the PCOS, although that certainly contributes. I can think of 3 likely reasons for sugar cravings:1) Unbalanced blood sugar and insulin levels, common in most with PCOS. When ...

Gosh, these are such adorable designs! The leather baby shoes at Bugaloo Kids are definitely not your typical, cutesy baby designs, but more fresh and modern. I had such a hard time choosing a pair because I really liked them all!They are the same style as the ever popular Robeez, but much more affordable. ...

(Image courtesy of Sugar Stacks)Ever wondered just how much sugar is in your favorite drink, snack or dessert? Wonder no more!I just discovered the site Sugar Stacks today (hat tip to Local Nourishment), and was both appalled and thrilled to see such a vivid demonstration of the amount of sugar in a number of ...

Have you by chance found an alternative to using disposable shavers? I can't think of anything other then chemical removers that I am loathe to use but I hate constantly tossing out used ones. thanks!BrittanyAs a matter of fact, I have! Great question, because I would have never thought to show you ladies a picture ...

For all those who haven't heard about it yet, today is the kick-off for the latest carnival from The Nourishing Gourmet, my favorite food blog. The goal of the Pennywise Platter Thursday carnival is to create a place where we can share how we serve and buy nourishing foods, but as frugally as possible! ...

For all the other pregnant mamas out there, here is a recipe that was passed on to me from my midwife. It's known as "labor-aid" and the purpose is to have something that is both refreshing and revitalizing for mom to drink in the midst of labor. Sipping on it helps to maintain good ...

With my garden in full swing, we've been eating from it as much as we can! These days, I'm a bit worried that our skin is going to start to turn a pale shade of green, since that's what is available in the garden!For the past month or so, we have been eating a whole ...

Sometimes it helps to break up larger concepts or projects into something a bit smaller. More concise. Simple to remember. Though it might seem a bit simplistic, I like to do that when I teach about nutrition, by using 3 "rules" (principles, guidelines, what have you) of good nutrition. Although my ideas have changed ...

I'm writing because I'm feeling rather overwhelmed by my desire to have a 'natural home'. I've certainly made some headway (mostly natural cleaning products, healthy foods), but I feel like there is so much more that I want to do (better home management, sprouting, have cleaner indoor air--I'm really sensitive to everything, possibly container gardening--all I can do, since ...

And the winner of the Basic Crochet DVD is...Stacy! Congrats! Hope you enjoy learning how to crochet and making some beautiful things with your new skill!And don't forget... Teaching Good Things has offered a discount for my readers from now until June 21. DVD's are regularly $21.97 but are being offered to Keeper of the Home ...