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The Fit Bottomed Zone blog provides simple answers for healthier families through research, tutorials, recipes, humor, and living life with lots of kids!
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As a type A personality, I love planning ahead. I create checklists for holiday planning and I usually try to buy gifts early. This gives me something nice to look…
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There’s something timeless about a good lipstick. A single swipe can make you feel put together in seconds, even on the most casual day. I love having a few natural…
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Cream of mushroom soup is an ingredient staple this time of year. From my favorite green bean casserole with cream of mushroom soup to smothered pork chops and even baked…
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When I first started Fit Bottomed Zone I couldn’t have imagined where this journey would take me. All of the research, connecting with you, and interviewing dozens of health experts. I…
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I’m addicted to sunshine, one big reason why I live in a southern state. And while I’m not a fan of less light during the winter, I still enjoy all…
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I don’t have a huge sweet tooth, but sometimes I’m in the mood for a healthy dessert. My kids especially love a delicious sweet treat. These homemade protein bars are…
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After I wrote about what I keep in my purse, I had several requests for a similar post about what my kitchen looks like. While it’s changed some over the…
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Creamy, Marry Me Chicken is a family favorite in our house at mealtime. If you haven’t heard of the recipe before, it’s basically chicken cooked in a cream sauce, flavored…
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Feeling a little lost when it comes to essential oil safety? These increasingly popular plant oils are very powerful and useful, but they also pose very real risks. Over the…
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I first discovered a recipe for fire cider years ago. Hot peppers and random herbs in vinegar didn’t sound too appealing at the time. Once I learned about it’s immune…
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Years ago when I had little ones who liked going to the pumpkin patch, we’d always come home with a few pumpkins. While I don’t always have time to make…
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Over the years I’ve heard from many of you that this rosehip face moisturizer is a favorite. Rosehip seed oil is amazing for skin, especially for anyone who wants to…
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Cool winds, crunchy leaves, and pumpkins on the porch mean it’s soup weather time at our house. The Instant Pot starts to live on the counter and all of the…
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Can opening a pickle jar predict how long you’re going to live? Maybe more than you realize! Our grip strength is actually linked to our overall health and is a…
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On average women use about 19 bodycare products a day that contain an estimated 500+ different chemicals. In college my bathroom was filled with dozens of hair products, skin products…
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Soup season is in full swing, but honestly, in this household any season really is soup season. These homemade sourdough croutons are the perfect crunchy topper for a nice bowl…
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Mini everything seems to be all the rage lately. Mini can still pack a mighty punch though when it comes to these elderberry wellness shots. Featuring elderberry, lemon, and echinacea,…
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I grew up drinking apple cider and homemade wassail (a spiced cider/tea with citrus) around the holidays. So when I had kids I wanted to come up with my own apple…
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The teen years can feel like a whirlwind. Bodies are changing daily, hormones are in constant flux, and no snack in the pantry is safe. For teen athletes, that whirlwind…
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What kid doesn’t love gummy snacks? This version features health boosting elderberry syrup, perfect for cold and flu season. Elderberry syrup is a staple in our home this time of…
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It’s no secret that I love coffee, and nothing says fall like a pumpkin spice latte! Seeing Starbucks PSL on their signs every fall makes my mouth water. But I…
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When I first started digging into the lymphatic system years ago, I was amazed that something so important wasn’t talked about more often. We hear plenty about gut health, hormones,…
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There’s something about fall that makes me want to sip something warm, and fill the house with cozy scents. This season brings crisp mornings, crunchy leaves, and just has a…
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I’m a fan of all things fall, but pumpkin spice can get old after a while. This delicious, healthy apple crisp recipe features sweet and tart apples, fragrant apple pie…