There are two basic schools of thought regarding bug bite protection. Some people think that bugs are more or less attracted to people based on body composition, or how they metabolize certain foods, and therefore excrete particular odors that are either attractive or repulsive to mosquitoes. This is aside from the well-known fact that mosquitoes […]
Mosquitoes. The whiny buzz in your ear at night, the clouds around your head on a walk in the woods, and, worst of all, the itchy red bumps. Welcome to summer! What if I told you there was an inexpensive and tiny little sugar pellet that, when dissolved under your tongue, could reduce the swelling […]
It’s finally spring in Michigan! I love the flowers, brightly colored birds, and green grass that announce the change in seasons, but some people suffer from hay fever or allergies that make this beautiful time of year less than pleasant. If you are reluctant to take (or want to transition off) allergy chemical pharmaceuticals, you […]
If you like baked goods, and I definitely do, try to avoid the grocery store pre-packaged items. They are usually made with low-quality ingredients and contain preservatives and dough conditioners. By taking fifteen minutes to mix up a loaf and slide it into the oven on an evening or weekend, you will have some tasty […]
As some of you may know, for the past few years I have published a blog over at http://athomewithelizabeth.wordpress.com . While I will be continually adding new content here, for my new followers I will also be posting excerpts and personal recipes that originally appeared on my other site. […]