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DIY Hair Gel or Hair Pomade

October 30, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 11 Comments

DIY Hair Gel or Hair Pomade

Looking for natural hair styling options? Trying to avoid phthalates, sodium laurel sulfate and other harsh chemicals? Try this DIY hair gel! This natural hair gel is a hit at our house. It consists of one simple ingredient: un-petroleum jelly. I buy it ready-made and simply transfer it a small jar. When time (and supplies allow),… 

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DIY Shampoo Bar

August 10, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 20 Comments

DIY Shampoo Bar

Who needs all the chemicals that come with most shampoos on the market? Why not make your own shampoo bar and bypass the plastic container along with the questionable ingredients! This recipe comes from The Natural Beauty Solution, a book full of simple, well-photographed DIY recipes.  What You’ll Need The first ingredient is 1 pound… 

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My Detox Routine

July 18, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 37 Comments

My Detox Routine

Since our family’s health crisis in 2008, I have learned that healing is not only a process, it is also an opportunity. Once I began to understand that detoxification is a lifelong process, I slowly integrated the following detox routine into my daily regimen. 1. Sleeping Grounded My day begins by finding the floor at… 

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The Health Benefits of Transdermal Magnesium

June 29, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 28 Comments

The Health Benefits of Transdermal Magnesium

Magnesium is one of our most critical cellular nutrients, and yet most of us need more. Transdermal magnesium is one of the best ways to add it! According to renowned neurosurgeon Dr. Normal Shealy, M.D., Ph.D., magnesium facilitates nutrient absorption and stabilizes cell membranes. “Magnesium is the most critical mineral required for electrical stability of… 

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Red Potato French Fries

May 14, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 20 Comments

Red Potato French Fries

We used to make homemade french fries in the oven. Brandon came up with this method because he says the pan-fried version tastes like “real” french fries. We all agree! While we prefer red potatoes, this recipe can be adapted to suit regular Idaho potatoes. (Feel free to leave the skins on as they offer… 

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DIY Gift – Luxury Beauty Balm

November 10, 2014 by Andrea Fabry 14 Comments

DIY Gift – Luxury Beauty Balm

Do you enjoy giving homemade gifts? Looking for a simple, yet luxurious natural gift? This formula makes a wonderful teacher’s gift, Mother’s Day gift, Christmas gift, or a gift to yourself!  The recipe can be adapted to a variety of essential oils. Try this DIY Luxury Beauty Balm! DIY Beauty Balm  This recipe can be… 

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MEET ANDREA

I am a certified Building Biology Advocate, a former journalist, mother of nine, and avid CrossFitter who likes to think outside the box. After our family's health crisis in 2008, I learned to ask questions about what's in our food, our water, and our air. I hope to empower you as you seek to live safely in a complex world. Thankfully, small steps lead to big changes. Let's travel this road together, one step at a time.

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10 Things I’ve Learned (The Hard Way)

1. The answer may be right in front of you.
2. Time is often the best medicine.
3. Speak kindly to yourself.
4. The air we breathe matters.
5. It's better to know than not know.
6. Relinquishment is a balm for the soul.
7. Symptoms will instruct if we listen.
8. Sometimes you're the expert.
9. Allow hindsight to move you forward.
10. The next step is enough.

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