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DIY: Sunburn Spray

June 29, 2017 by maryrossfowler Leave a Comment

sunburn spray

It’s been way too long since I’ve created a DIY post, so I’m super excited to share the recipe for this Sunburn Spray! Last week my family went to Amelia Island for a conference, so I made up this spray to test before posting it. I know that no matter how many times I apply sunscreen, I always get burned at the beach. And, what do ya know, I burned the backs of my knees during a surfing lesson on the first day. OUCH.

On the plus side, I was able to try out my sunburn spray! And I must say, this spray saved the trip! I actually looked forward to using it because it soothed my burned skin, moisturized, and smelled so good! I basically sprayed it on my legs every time I was in my hotel room, and especially before I went to bed. Ahhhhhhh . . . …

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DIY: Natural Bug Repellent & Bug Bite Soother

May 15, 2015 by maryrossfowler 39 Comments

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Words can hardly describe how excited I am about this gardening weather! My plants have been planted, the compost bin is finally seeing some action, and Abby is proudly donning her sun hat!…

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DIY – Hand Sanitizer

January 29, 2015 by maryrossfowler Leave a Comment

hand sanitizer with hand

During cold and flu season, many of us use hand sanitizer religiously. I keep a huge bottle on Abby’s changing table and a small bottle in her diaper bag. You just never know when you’re going to need to wash your hands, and you can’t always count on being close to a sink.

The commercial hand sanitizers contain alcohol in high amounts, which can be dangerous if ingested by small children. They also may contain potentially harmful chemicals such as fragrances and dyes, which simply aren’t necessary….

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DIY: Lavender Bath Salts

January 9, 2015 by maryrossfowler Leave a Comment

bath salts with lavender

I never appreciated my bathtub until I was pregnant and on my feet most of the day. During the third trimester, many of my late evenings were spent in a warm (not hot) bath with the wonderful smell of lavender essential oils in the air. And now that I’m no longer pregnant, I can add a glass of red wine and make bath time even more relaxing! …

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DIY: Vanilla Extract

January 3, 2015 by maryrossfowler Leave a Comment

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This would have been a good DIY for me to post 3 months ago so you could make it in time to give for Christmas, but this blog didn’t exist until mid November. Don’t think you have to make this to give to others though. I like to keep it on hand because I use vanilla in pretty much every dessert recipe! …

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DIY: Hand Salve & Eczema Lotion

December 16, 2014 by maryrossfowler Leave a Comment

 

small tubeWell, it’s getting to be dry skin weather, especially for people who wash their hands multiple times a day. I’ve also noticed dry patches of skin all over Abby’s body, so I decided to make a non-toxic eczema lotion that helps moisturize dry, chapped skin…

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DIY: Cold Remedy

December 6, 2014 by maryrossfowler Leave a Comment

Cold Remedy

I’ve been a little under the weather the past two days, which is unusual for me. Since I switched to a plant-based diet seven years ago, I’ve only gotten one cold, and that was during my pregnancy when my immune system was compromised. Two weeks ago my husband came down with a cold, which he of course gave to the baby. After a week of sleepless nights with her, my body finally gave up. Yesterday my throat was really sore, so I decided to do something about it. …

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DIY: Body Wash

December 4, 2014 by maryrossfowler 3 Comments

DIY body wash

I spend a lot of time on this blog talking about food and nutrition because that is my main area of expertise, but I am also interested in overall health. Over the past year or so, I have really gotten into using “natural” products to make my own household and personal cleaning products, in addition to lip balm, bug spray, bath salts, etc. If you’re wondering how using natural products is related to health, read on! …

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Hi, I'm Mary Ross! I am a Registered Dietitian in Winston-Salem, NC. I manage my lupus and promote disease prevention with a plant-based diet and overall healthy lifestyle. I love cooking, sports, gardening, and spending time with family!

Email me at DailyDoseOfGreensRD@gmail.com

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