Butter is a staple in many households, and for good reason - after all, who doesn’t like a pat of butter on freshly baked bread or topping a baked potato? (If you're a vegan or are allergic to dairy, then look no further than coconut oil, a great butter substitute!) Butter typically won’t go bad very quickly - it lasts several weeks in the fridge even after being opened and can be out at room temperature for at least a few [...]
Oat Flour vs Bulgur Wheat Flour: Which Is Better?
How does oat flour vs bulgur wheat flour measure up? Well, bulgur wheat flour is very similar to all-purpose flour, making it a popular option in recent years. Meanwhile, oat flour is often used in desserts for specific texture and flavor. But let’s dig a little deeper. When is it appropriate to use one over the other? What should you know about their nutritional contents? Below, I answer these questions and [...]
Keto Horchata
Next time you're craving horchata, give this recipe a try! My keto horchata recipe is made with macadamia nut milk, cream, stevia, vanilla, and cinnamon. Mexican horchata is traditionally made by blending cooked rice with milk, sugar, and spices. It's a tasty treat! I've been making horchata at home for my kids lately and decided to make a keto-friendly version for myself to enjoy. Enter this keto horchata that's sweet [...]
Coconut Oil Lip Balm
Coconut oil lip balm is a necessary skincare product everyone should have on hand. Once you learn how simple it is to make make, you'll never buy lip balm again! Have you ever made lip balm before? Homemade lip balm is one of the easiest cosmetics you can make. It took me less than 5 minutes to make this! When my daughter was three years old, she was FASCINATED with my makeup. She loved to rub [...]
Whipped Chocolate Body Butter
Homemade chocolate body butter is made with natural ingredients and smells so good you could eat it - and technically you can! This whipped chocolate body butter is made with natural ingriendients and smells like sweet chocolate! Whipped chocolate body butter ingredients Like my other very popular whipped body butter recipe, this chocolate body butter only has a handful of ingredients - so it's important to get (or [...]
Coconut Water vs Coconut Milk for Breastfeeding Mothers
Breastfeeding requires good hydration on the part of the nursing mother. You might notice a dip in your milk supply if you’re not drinking enough fluids while breastfeeding. Coconut water and coconut milk are among several drinks that have become popular for breastfeeding because they’re thought to boost milk supply and hydrate better than water. Coconut water is the more popular choice among new mothers, but both [...]
