summer

Homemade Twinkie

Today is the day! The iconic Twinkie is back on store shelves all across America. Though many people are excited about the return of this snack food giant, who knows how long it is going to last. What will Twinkie lovers do if there snack is, once again, removed from their lives?? Do not fret, lovers of the crème filled sponge cake, I came across a recipe from The Brown Eyed Baker, which I have modified to include coconut oil, which is for delicious homemade Twinkies. Here’s what you need: For the Cake: 1 (16-ounce) box pound cake mix4 egg […]

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Coconut Oil Shaving Cream

  As I got out of the shower this morning and looked at myself in the mirror for the first time today, I saw my five o’clock shadow had turned into a scraggly mess. As I hit my shaving cream dispenser, nothing happened, I hit it again, and still nothing, every man knows the subtle panic of not having any more shaving cream, suddenly an inconvenient but generally uneventful part of your morning routine becomes an uncomfortable chore. I frantically searched for other options, I could shave dry, I could use soap and water, or I could try using coconut […]

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Minty Mango Coconut Smoothie

Summer is almost here and that means it’s time to get in a tropical, warm weather mood! This smoothie does the trick with it’s delicious and nutritious ingredients. The mango is loaded with fiber to help keep your digestive system in tip-top shape. It is also a very energizing fruit, helping you stay active during the summer months. I like to add some kiwifruit to the smoothie for an added boost of vitamin C, perfect for keeping your skin clear and healthy while you play in the sun. I have also added some delicious Kelapo Coconut Oil to the mix […]

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