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This DIY Homemade Deodorant is super easy to make, and more importantly, it’s actually works. In fact I’ve found it works better than any of the commercial brands I used to but, and it’s made with completely natural ingredients! This recipe has truly changed my life! I’m sure you’ve heard something along those lines before, but it’s true, and it could change yours as well. I have tried so many different deodorants from the commercial ones containing aluminum to almost every natural brand that exists....

Fragrant with ginger, garlic, and lime, this easy-to-make Thai Green Curry is a crowd-pleaser. It’s perfect with green veggies ranging from broccoli to snow peas and asparagus. Pair this with freshly steamed rice for a simple dinner that’s better than takeout and made in 30 minutes. We’re using store-bought curry paste to keep things easy, but you won’t be disappointed in the flavor. This dish is packed with protein and veggies, and it’s naturally gluten-free and dairy-free as well....

This super easy summer recipe for Grilled Italian Platter with Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette is one of our all time favorites! It features the classic Italian sausage and peppers combo with some grilled onions and zucchini as well. It’s an easy gluten free and dairy free dinner that’s simple to make and loaded with fresh flavor thanks to the tomatoes on top. This has got to be the easiest meal ever – 30 minutes tops from fridge to table, and my husband couldn’t stop saying how good it was!...

Easy to make for weeknight meals, this Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry is packed with protein and veggies. This simple stir fry is popular with everyone from adults to kids with its sweet savory flavor. It’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and can be made Whole30 as well. I love using a mix of veggies in this stir fry, but it’s great with just one veggie like broccoli as well. Some flavor of stir fry is on our table pretty much every single week of the year....

It never surprises me to hear Iceberg Lake is someone’s favorite hike. It’s definitely one of the most stunning hikes in Glacier National Park ! The glacial colored lake sits in an enormous mountain cirque. It’s actually so big, you almost can’t capture it. We decided to combine hiking Iceberg Lake and Ptarmigan Tunnel because they share the same trailhead, and we weren’t the only ones with that idea. We chatted with several people hiking both trails in one day, and got to swap traveling tips....

This Italian Sausage Egg Bake with Spinach and Tomatoes is and extra packed breakfast casserole perfect for weekdays and special enough for holidays as well. It’s gluten free and great for meal prepping to have healthy grab and go breakfasts throughout the week. It also makes the perfect casserole to add to any weekend brunch. And it’s fun to change things up by using different types of sausage like chorizo in place of the Italian sausage....

This Pineapple Mojito Lip Balm is all kinds of fruity fun, and it also makes a fantastic gift for any hostess, baby or bridal shower! The secret ingredient to the fruity goodness of this lip balm is freeze dried fruit. I started using it in lip balms back with this Strawberry Vanilla Lip Balm . And ever since, it’s hard not to just create fruit based lip balms now! Today’s Pineapple-Mojito version is perfect year round....

This Rainbow Pad Thai Zucchini Noodles Salad is my go-to recipe in the summer! It’s a no-cook recipe where the zucchini is spiralized and added to the salad raw. It’s a great way to use up lots of zucchini, and if you’ve never had it raw before, you’re in for a treat. You can add your choice of protein to make this a full meal. It’s also naturally vegan, gluten-free, paleo, and dairy free making it a great recipe for most diets....

My favorite way to eat asparagus is raw – just picked from the asparagus patch (really… give it a try sometime)! After munching on a few spears and adding it to my salads, I turn to roasting and grilling, (both cooking methods bring out the best in asparagus). This simple roasted asparagus gets doused in a zesty lemon vinaigrette, sprinkled with salty feta cheese, and topped with a poached egg – or two....

Only 5 minutes to whisk together, this easy and healthy Stir Fry Sauce is just 3 ingredients in its simplest form! It’s beyond easy to make and I have lots of variations to this basic sauce. So you’ll never be bored with your stir fries again. It’s gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, and can be Whole30 as well. You will also find all my tips below for how to meal prep this ahead multiple different ways to make your dinnertime easier....

Pure summer in every bite, this Strawberry Spinach Salad is a classic we make constantly during the summer months. It’s perfect paired with simple proteins like grilled chicken or pork chops, and the Strawberry Vinaigrette gives you a double strawberry hit. It’s naturally gluten-free and can be dairy-free as well. Whether it’s for a simple weeknight dinner, entertaining, or for BBQs, potlucks, and picnics this salad is guaranteed to be a hit!...

These Top 3 Short Hikes in Glacier National Park are all located from the Going to the Sun Road. They’re easily accessible, great for children, and the most scenic of the short hikes in Glacier. We’ve met a lot of people who are on vacation in Glacier National Park . And across the board everyone is looking for the best short hikes to do. Short hikes are perfect for a half day adventure, or as a little something to do on rest days in between bigger hikes....

I created this pie as a healthier version of the chocolate cream pies we had at our wedding 9 years ago. As you’re reading this we’re on our way for a fun weekend in Canada where we got married. And every year at this time, I always find myself dreaming of chocolate cream pie. So this year, I decided to get busy and make a healthier version. The original recipe used oreos, and wasn’t the healthiest thing by a long shot....

Our hike to Two Medicine Pass in Glacier National Park was nothing short of outstanding with non-stop views! Today’s adventure hiking to Two Medicine Pass in Glacier National Park began with my post about Rockwell Falls and Cobalt Lake . This particular day, we went all out and this hike ended up being around 19-21 miles! If that’s a bit over-the-top, keep reading for other shorter suggestions. First up you can do this hike as part of a backcountry trip if you book yourself a tent site....

The Bald Hills in Jasper National Park isn’t the most interesting hike, but it’s incredibly stunning from the top. You can make short work of this hike powering up to see the views in a half day as well. This view is the #1 reason we decided to hike the Bald Hills in Jasper National Park. Once you get to the top, you overlook the whole valley holding Maligne Lake. The colors of both the mountains and lake are absolutely stunning....

No boring side dishes around here! These Best Garlic Roasted Carrots are just 3 ingredients and all flavor. It’s all about roasting these beauties at a high temperature so the carrots caramelize as the cook. So if you’ve ever thought carrots were on the boring side, this recipe is for you. Also, be sure to check out my other favorite variations below from Maple Herb to Honey Dijon. This easy side dish is another case of a simple recipe that seems too good to be true....

A creamy tomato sauce scented with thyme, this Chorizo Pasta is packed with flavor, protein, and veggies too. It’s easy to make gluten-free and there are 2 dairy-free options listed in the recipe as well. This pasta is a quick dinner everyone can love. This recipe evolved because I got a great deal on 10 pounds of chorizo sausage. I was craving pasta, and so I turned to my Tomato Cream Sauce recipe for a base to start with....

I made this stuffing 2 different ways because I couldn’t decided which way was better, so I figured I’d give you both options and let you choose depending on your dietary needs. First off lets discuss what’s awesome about each one, shall we? In the first version it’s straight up sweet potatoes with all the usual stuffing ingredients added. It has a perfect soft texture with browned edges much like a traditional stuffing....

This DIY Citrus Honey Lip Gloss is easy to make in just a few minutes! The honey softens and moisturizes while the coconut oil provides deeper moisturizing for a longer time. You can also use any kind of essential oil you love the smell of. But I’ve been loving any of the citrus essential oils from lemon and orange to grapefruit in this lip gloss recipe. I like a lip gloss that’s not too sticky....

Making DIY Homemade Lemon Hair Gel is easy, all natural, and way more affordable than store bought! It takes just minutes to make and has been the perfect way to control frizz! This lemon hair gel is great to have around for a little frizz control. My family and I have been making this hair gel for 20 years now! That feels so crazy to say, but it really has been that long....