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Quick Avocado Dip

During football season, every Sunday is an event especially with my boyfriend and his two older brothers. Last weekend I decided to help out and make a few snacks for all of us to munch on during the games. I’m all about quick recipes and this avocado dip was exactly that! You could also try this with our homemade tortilla chips made with coconut oil! And if you’re looking for another dip check out Jen’s buffalo chicken dip. Ingredients: 3 avocados ½ cup minced red onion 1 diced tomato 1 bunch chopped cilantro 1 tbsp. coconut oil, melted 1 tsp. […]

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Top 5 Ways to Fight Cold and Flu with Coconut Oil

With cold and flu season being right around the corner, now is the best time to take precaution about germs and boosting your immunity! Coconut oil is good for strengthening the immune system since it contains antimicrobial lipids, lauric acid, capric acid and caprylic acid which have antifungal, antibacterial and antiviral properties. Here’s our top 5 ways to fight cold and flu with coconut oil:  1.) Consume Coconut Oil On a Daily Basis: Try incorporating coconut oil in your diet on a daily basis to help boost your body’s immunity. One of the easiest ways to ingest coconut oil is […]

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Coconut Oil Toothpaste

There has been a lot of news the last couple weeks about coconut oil and tooth decay. There is possible thought floating around about adding coconut oil to toothpastes and mouthwashes! So being that I’m the “Susie Homemaker of Working Mommas,” I was so excited to make own Coconut Oil Toothpaste. Here’s what you will need : 2 tablespoons of Baking Soda 4 tablespoons of Kelapo Extra Virgin Coconut Oil 3-4 drops of any flavor extract I used a berry extract in my toothpaste because I knew it was a flavor my son would love! Now, all you need to do is mix […]

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