By Mandi Ehman, Contributing Writer A couple months ago I wrote a post called "Food Choices Are Not a Moral Issue." There were several who commented that disagreed with the title of the post...and I actually agree with them! My main goal in that post was to open a discussion about judging other people's food choices, and I stand by the assertion that it's not my place to judge what other people choose to eat. On the other hand, what I choose to eat is [...]
Written by Mandi Ehman, Guest Writer Even the staunchest real-food advocates among us have probably experienced it at one time or another…the glare – virtual or in person – of someone who disagrees with an "inferior" choice we're making. The current food culture in our country – as so many of us push back against the standard American diet (SAD) and discover how processed foods and inferior ingredients affect our bodies – is a really good thing, but it can also manifest itself in a [...]
Written by Rachel, Contributing Writer This month at Keeper of the Home, we are all focusing on Spring Cleaning the Toxins. This is something my family has been working on over the past several years. Late last year, I wrote this post about 9 toxins to remove from your life, they are everywhere so we really have to be mindful if we want to raise healthy families and kids! Most people think about the environment, household cleaners, personal care products, upholstery and carpet and even [...]
Written by Courtney, Contributing Writer Several years ago, I started to question some of the ingredients in commercial toothpastes as well as the approach of modern dentistry in general. I view some modern dentistry practices as appropriate and beneficial. Yet, the foundation of today’s dental philosophy is similar to the mainstream medical model in that it focuses on treatment and not prevention. I believe the focus of dentistry (like medicine) should be prevention of decay and disease through sound nutrition and a healthy lifestyle. This [...]
By Contributing Writer Brandy Ferguson Most moms will admit that those first few weeks after giving birth are the most challenging, and as a mom of a newborn myself, in spite of the fact that he's our eighth, I am no exception. Due to new demands of caring for a tiny baby and trying to figure out how to keep our home and family balanced, all while trying to recover, we very quickly find ourselves sleep-deprived, hungry, feeling run-down, perhaps lonely, and often, can't remember [...]
Written by Diana, Contributing Writer I remember being pregnant with my first child. I was more concerned with the colors of his nursery rather than truly understanding the responsibility of growing a human being. I didn't have anyone to stop and explain to me what my body was about to go through and the importance of a healthy diet to grow a baby and endure childbirth. Needless to say, I stayed within the average weight gain, however, I delivered via cesarean section and spent the [...]
Written by Mindy, Contributing Writer I've never met a toddler who didn't like to snack! Who can blame them? Snacking is fun! Although I feel like it's important for children to have three nutritious meals a day, I also feel like there is still a lot of room for them to enjoy healthy snacks as well. Their little minds and bodies are growing quickly. It takes a lot of energy for a little child's body to grow into a healthy, strong, adult body. Snacking throughout [...]
Here's the scenario: Your young son or daughter has been invited to a friend's birthday party. You know this family to some degree and are aware that their eating standards aren't the same as your family's. The party will likely include white-sugar and food-dye cake, chips, pop and candy in the goodie bag, all foods which are standard no-no's in your own home. What do you do in this situation? Remember that birthday parties like this happen only occasionally, you eat well at home 90% [...]
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