DIY Make-up Remover Cloths

Sleeping in your make-up can lead to clogged pores, acne, and collagen breakdown resulting in fine lines. It is important to give your skin the chance to breath so that it can stay clear and healthy.

These make-up cloths are quick, easy and inexpensive to make. Even more important: they do not include any of the harsh chemicals that can be found in some store-bought versions.  

Use a cloth to remove your make-up at the end of the day, then wash your face with your favorite cleanser. 

What you need:

• paper towel
• container with lid (an empty baby wipe container would be great)
• 4 cups warm water
• 1-2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1-2 squirts baby wash
• a few drops of tea tree oil

Directions:

• Cut sheets of paper towel in half ,
• Mix all other ingredients until coconut oil is fully dissolved.
• Soak paper towel in the solution.
• Store in your chosen container.

*Note: Warm water is needed to melt the coconut oil. Tea tree oil prevents the cloths from growing mold. 

Guilt-free Chocolate Chip Cookies

Try these easy-to-make cookies as a fun and healthy addition to a lunchbox. No sugar, no oil or butter, and no flour in this recipe!

Ingredients:

·         3 mashed ripe bananas

·         1/3 cup apple sauce

·         2 cups oats

·         1/4 cup almond milk

·         1 teaspoon vanilla

·         1 teaspoon cinnamon

·         1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Preparation:

·         Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.

·         Combine all ingredients, except chocolate chips, until well blended. Fold in chocolate chips. Let stand for 5 minutes (this allows the oats to absorb some of the liquid).

·         Drop by spoonfuls onto a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.

·         Bake for 15-20 minutes.

Makes approximately 20 cookies.

Hard-boiled Eggs

Hard-boiled eggs are a nutritious and very portable snack. 1 egg provides 6 grams of protein with only 70 calories. Make a batch early in the week and keep in the fridge so you always have a nutritious snack close at hand. Pair with raw vegetables of your choice for a great snack to quell hunger pangs.

Preparation:

• In a pot, cover eggs with water by 1 inch. 
• Bring to a boil over high heat. 
• Boil for 1 minute.
• Cover pot and remove from heat.
• Let stand 10 minutes.
• Drain; cover eggs with cold water.
• Let stand eggs for at least 5 minutes before peeling. Peel just before eating.

Baked Apple Chips

Try these delicious crisps next time you have a craving for sweets! Easy to make and even easier to eat.

Ingredients:

• 5-6 large apples
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 1/2 tablespoons raw cane sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Preparation:

• Pre-heat oven to 225 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
• Core the apples. Slice as thinly as possible into rings.
• Place apples in a large bowl and sprinkle with lemon juice. Toss lightly.
• Combine sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. Sprinkle over apple slices. Toss lightly to coat.
• Place apples on baking sheets, taking care not to overlap. Bake for 50 minutes, then flip. Bake for another 50 minutes, or until they feel dry to the touch.
• Allow to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container.