The questions I get asked most is where do you find fill-in-the-blank (vitamins, stevia, organic food, clothing, kitchen items, beauty products, non-toxic cleaning supplies, etc.) or which such and such do you use? So, I’m working on putting everything together in a handy resource guide that you can use to find my recommendations. Items on this page are ones that I have used or am currently using in my home, on my kids, or for my family.
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For the Home
We are bombarded with toxins in our environment on a daily basis, that is why I try to keep my home as toxin free as possible by avoiding fragrance and using more natural products. Here are just a few of my favorites.
Swanwick Light Blocking Glasses
These light blocking glasses are used to help prevent light-induced melatonin suppression that can occur from using electronic devices. I try to wear these when watching TV, using computers, smartphones or any electronic devices in the evenings.
Berkey Light
For years we have used the Berkey water filtration systems to provide clean drinking water. Consider the fluoride filters if your area supplies fluoridated water. When we upgraded to the Big Berkey we gave our Berkey light to our daughter in Florida where the water smells like sulphur, now her water is much cleaner.
Salt Lamps
We use salt lamps instead of night lights to prevent disrupting melatonin production. The negative ions released by a Salt Lamp help you to relax somewhat like the feeling of being at the beach. Research shows, the more negative ions in our environments, the better we breathe, feel, sleep and maintain health.
Squatty Potty
Our bodies were designed to squat, not sit, when pooping, therefore going number two on a modern toilet does not allow the kink in your colon. Using a stool for your stool can truly help you become an efficiency expert at this every day (I hope) activity.
Wool Dryer Balls
Safer and more effective than dryer sheets filled with toxic chemicals and fragrance. Wool dryer balls are friendly to the environment and help reduce static while preventing wrinkles. Saves money too as you only need to buy them once.
Enviro-Litter-Box
if you have one cat or many, the litter box can get, well, unpleasant. This additive prevents the super stink.
Supplements
I purchase the following supplements through Life Extension Products because they are high quality.
Krill Oil
Krill Oil may help support the heart, the brain, immune function, and joints – may aid memory and cognition and contribute to a calm feeling of overall well-being.
U.T. Vibrance
You can also find many protocols for various health issues here: Life Extension Health Concerns. This makes it easier to repair your health with step by step instructions and suggestions. I have used the Digestive Health protocol for myself and with my son and it has helped to repair mild leaky gut.
Collagen is another one of my favorite supplements, I keep it in a jar next to my coffee and tea area. My family and I use Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides.
Natural Beauty
All of my beauty advice comes from my beauty guru Macey! She graduated from Aveda Institute and currently works as an aesthetician. She spends a lot of time on researching safe ingredients so that she can recommend the most natural and effective products for you!
Shampoo Bar
Handcrafted to leave hair moisturized and shiny, no matter what hair type. Shea Butter moisturizes the hair as olive oil conditions it. Coconut oil is the main cleanser, one that will not strip hair of essential oils. French green clay detoxifies the scalp of impurities. Lavender extract and rosemary oil add a light fragrance and sheen. Castor oil stimulates the scalp, eases inflammation and dandruff, has anti-fungal and antibacterial properties, and promotes hair growth by increasing circulation.
Yoga for your face!
Reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, age spots and reveal youthful looking skin.
Morrocco Method Int’l Conditioner
Citrus Silk Conditioner bar provides deep moisture and detangling with ingredients that feed the hair and scalp not to mention it is sulfate-free, synthetic chemical-free, paraben-free, and paleo-friendly.
Morrocco Method Dry Shampoo
combination of the finest clays, minerals, and botanicals from around the world to draw out impurities from the roots and follicles while also protecting the scalp's natural oils. For those days when you don't have time for a full wash!
Lunar Hair Chart
Cutting my hair, as well as my daughters' hair, by the Lunar Calendar has made a big difference. Grows in thicker, longer and more beautiful. Shaving by the slow growth days will cut down on how frequently you need to shave or wax.
Top 5 Mascaras
Here are the best nontoxic mascaras on the market. Not surprisingly waterproof mascara usually contains toxins, not to mention that removing it is hard on your eyelashes. Opt for these five favorites instead!
Argan Oil
Nothing beats Argan oil for beautiful glowing skin. Mix with other oils to use as a cosmetic remover. Treat dry skin and age spots with Argan oil.
Clairsonic Smart Profile
Exfoliate safely without chemicals or harsh treatments using the Clarisonic Smart Profile. Helps to get rid of dead skin cells and cleans pores.
In The Kitchen
Seems like I spend a lot of time in the kitchen making food for my family. Here are a few of my favorite products for saving time and creating healthier and tastier meals.
ECOlunchbox
Let's face it, packing lunches can create a lot of waste. I prefer to shop in bulk and use reusable lunch containers and lunch boxes. You'll see many of my packed lunches on Youtube.
Zojirushi Warm Food Jar
When you want to take soup, casserole, stir-fry, or any hot foods on the go, this Zojirushi food jar is the best! Use it to carry rice or even hot liquids such as hot cocoa.
Ceramacor
Made from clay, water and various inorganic minerals like Kaolinite, Mullite Petalite, Cordierite and refractory clay that are found in the earth’s crust; it's safe, non-toxic and contains no metals, lead or cadmium. *see my post on nonstick cookware
Weight Loss
Losing weight isn’t always easy or straightforward but here are some of the products I use to maintain my weight.
Cronometer
A nutrition & fitness tracking website which is very useful for calculating macros. For a while, I used MyFitnessPal but the nutrition information for foods would be off so often that I had to switch to something more reliable.
Vital Proteins Collagen Powder
Contributes to healthy weightloss. For beautifully plump and glowing skin, use collagen powder daily. Just a scoop or two in a beverage and you'll get the daily amount of collagen.
Gifts
Some people’s love language is Gift Giving, which is true of several of my friends as well as one of my children. I like to give meaningful and useful gifts. Here are a few that I am crazy about.
Purity Coffee
My doctor recommends this coffee because every batch of coffee beans is tested for toxins before and after roasting. Fresh-roasted, specialty grade, antioxidant-rich, medium roast organic whole bean coffee delivered fresh to your door.
Sunbasket
Healthy, delicious meals made with farm-fresh ingredients, and ready in as little as 6 minutes, delivered to your door.
Seed Sprouting Jar
Premium Seed Sprouting Jar Kit that allows you to beautifully display spouts while growing them. Excellent gift for a health nut!
Blogging, Podcasting, & Videos
Since I started blogging, these are the tools that have made getting things done easier.
Printables by Number System
The Printables by Number course, is an in-depth, step-by-step method that teachs you how to create beautiful high converting printables to sell or grow your email list. Plus templates to use.
How to Build a Remarkable Blog Course
Sarah Ballantyne, The Paleo Mom, shares all her best strategies for building her remarkable following. She chats with David Schmeltzle about the things he did to help skyrocket her traffic and more.
Yeti Blue Microphone
The quality of my videos and audio went up 100% when I started using a professional mic. Easy to use and produces a very clear sound perfect for voiceovers and podcasts.
Tripod
Trying to hold a camera still while filming is no easy task. This tripod helps to make the videos more stable with less shaking.
Wireless microphone
This mic is perfect for when we are doing a cooking video as it isolates the sound to the speaker instead of capturing all the sounds in the kitchen!
Sony Cybershot
This is the first camera I purchased for use on my blog. I still take most of my food photos with this camera it works great and for a great price.
Pets
Enviro-Litter-Box
if you have one cat or many, the litter box can get, well, unpleasant. This additive prevents the super stink.
Zero Waste
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Okabashi Samantha Women's Ballet Flat
Soft, flexible material paired with perforations for ultimate comfort and breathability and is machine washable and 100% recyclable.
Pela
The World's first compostable phone case. Less carbon emissions, less water waste, less packaging! (I have the bee case that holds a credit card!)
Dropps
Powerful cleaning with zero bad stuff like toxic pollution, plastic waste, and animal cruelty. Oh, and the dirt in your home, goodbye!
All Birds
Sustainable shoes. Made with natural renewable resources like ethical wool, recycled plastic, cardboard, and castor bean oil.