A Little Background… My story started thirteen years ago, in highschool, when I was told I wouldn’t be able to have children without the help of advanced fertility treatments. I was diagnosed with the most severe case of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) my doctor had ever seen and spent my college years in pain with symptoms most […]
My fertility journey started thirteen years ago when I was told I likely wouldn’t be able to have children. At best, it would be possible only through IVF and/or other fertility treatments. I was a senior in high school and hadn’t had a period since sixth grade, so I’d sought the help of a world-renowned […]
This season is known for its indulgences, but thankfully there are more and more recipes available that give a wholesome spin on our traditional holiday foods. My mom recently adapted this “candied” walnut recipe and it’s been a huge hit around our house over the past few weeks. It’s simple, nutritious and divinely delicious. Best […]
“NATURAL PEST CONTROL” – A BRANCH BASICS SERIES Throughout this past year, we have continued to receive questions from you about healthy living in general, but inquiries about how to deal with pests in the home without the use of harmful pesticides have prevailed. In our series last year, Common Chemicals to Avoid, our initial […]
Did you know that you can make your own Nut Milk at home in about 5 minutes? It is so easy and cost effective! You can use any nut or seed that you like: almond, walnut, sunflower, hemp, hazelnut, sesame, pumpkin, or even pecan (which is what I used for this recipe for pumpkin spiced […]
‘Tis the season for the holiday gatherings we look forward to all year! But we know that with this season comes food – the yummy kind that doesn’t normally fit into a clean eating plan. When I first started my health journey seven years ago, committing to eat real food, these get-togethers would sometimes bring […]
A Bath Recipe to Neutralize Ionizing Radiation Exposure This salt and soda soak is a radiation-neutralizing bath designed to help you detox and to clear your system of ionizing radiation, a particularly invasive environmental factor that can devastate your immune system. A salt and soda soak is an ideal way to detox after taking a […]
This is my go-to recipe for any potluck gathering because it pairs well with most any dish served in the fall and winter. It’s also versatile and can be easily tweaked to use any combination of root veggies that are fresh and readily available. The addition of pineapple juice truly sets it apart from any […]
I absolutely love this healthy spelt crust pumpkin pie because it’s easy, has a ton of flavor and the main ingredient is a vegetable! When I first made it, I knew the search for the best pumpkin pie recipe had ended…and that this treat wouldn’t be confined to the holiday season. I’m betting you’ll feel […]
We’re excited to introduce Linda Wagner, who is joining the Branch Basics team this fall. Linda is a talented writer and and experienced Nutrition Coach who runs her own blog (LindaWagner.net), full of recipes and healthy living tips. We asked Linda to share a few of her favorite healthy holiday recipes here on the Branch […]