Nutrition

These gummies came to be after I received a carton of organic orange juice in a weekly food delivery box. I’m not usually a huge fan of fruit juice because once the fiber is removed, it can spike your insulin quite drastically, which (among other things) can negatively impact energy and mood, especially in children….

I’ve decided I need to stop using butter and milk products for the moment. I just cannot support this vile industry of enslaving animals any longer. It is very different having your own cow, goat or sheep and they have too much milk and need milking, but this keeping female animals pregnant so they can…

I’ve already written about the incredible benefits of consuming traditional bone broth during pregnancy, but this nutrient-dense liquid is also amazing for babies! Unlike store-bought broth or stock, which is cooked for only 45 minutes to 4 hours, bone broth is simmered for quite a long time. As the broth simmers, nutrients leach from the…

In some trying-to-conceive circles, the foods to eat and foods to avoid can start to sound like folklore. It’s hard to know what might actually boost your chances and what’s a wild rumor. Pineapple and Brazil nuts are often suggested foods to aid conception and implantation, but an explanation as to why they might help…

This root has a nutty, butterscotch flavor and has been used by indigenous Peruvian societies for thousands of years. Maca nourishes the endocrine system, balances hormones, improves mental function, increases energy, and probably most important for fertility- boosts libido. When buying Maca, the gelatinized form is preferred over the raw because it is easier to digest and…

During early labor, it’s beneficial to continue eating light and nourishing foods to keep energy up. Although, as sensations start to intensify, food often becomes the last thing on a laboring mama’s mind. Just like any other intense physical activity, it’s crucial to stay hydrated throughout labor as well. It’s especially important to make sure…