Minerals - Dherbs - The Best All Natural Herbal Remedies & Products https://www.dherbs.com/tag/minerals/ Buy the best herbal supplements, natural remedies, and herbal remedies from Dherbs. We're the #1 alternative medicine store online. ✓ Visit and shop now! Fri, 31 Oct 2025 17:42:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Orange Maple-Glazed Brussels Sprouts https://www.dherbs.com/recipes/recipe/orange-maple-glazed-brussels-sprouts/ Sat, 01 Nov 2025 17:49:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?post_type=recipe&p=176949

Ready in just 30 minutes, these orange maple-glazed Brussels sprouts are the perfect fall-inspired side dish for. It's like vegetable candy!

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After you eat this recipe, you will most likely call all of your friends and say, “You simply have to try this recipe.” Better yet, perhaps you will save it in your recipe bank and make it for Thanksgiving, or another potluck party during the holidays. Not only does it deliver impressive flavor, but it also provides lots of vitamins and minerals. The Brussels sprouts, which typically get a bad rap, come out to be just soft enough with a sticky-sweet exterior glaze. And it all comes together in just about 30 minutes!

Maple syrup is a common ingredient used in many fall-inspired recipes. It lends itself to those savory, aromatic spices in a variety of sweet and savory recipes. The slightly bitter flavor of Brussels sprouts needs the subtle sweetness that maple syrup provides. The fresh orange juice and orange zest also add a sweet citrusy flavor. If you didn’t look at what you were eating, you wouldn’t even know that you were eating Brussels sprouts. By the way, the fresh orange zest is a non-negotiable. Just do yourself a favor and use it!

One thing to note about Brussels sprouts is that you’ll want to give them a good rinse, scrubbing any dirt or grime off them. You may even want to peel one or two of the outer leaves to ensure cleanliness. Slice the Brussels in half to ensure even cooking, or quarter them if your sprouts are larger. The key to getting a classic, caramelized glaze on one side, though, is to place the sprouts cut-side down on the baking sheet.

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5 Healthy Recipes That Feature Pumpkin https://www.dherbs.com/articles/5-healthy-recipes-that-feature-pumpkin/ Mon, 27 Oct 2025 09:22:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=129992

Fall is almost here and the pumpkin craze has only just begun. These healthy recipes feature one of fall’s most popular produce items.

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Pumpkin is back, people, and the advertisements for this glorious fall and winter squash have only just begun. Seeing pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin pies, or pumpkin breads gets some people excited. It indicates that summer is ending and fall is approaching. With the onset of fall comes major festivities, including Halloween, Thanksgiving, and then Christmas to start winter. 

The pumpkin recipes that most people see in coffee shops and grocery stores, however, are quite unhealthy. The pumpkin fad means that more people consume high-calorie foods, most of which contain processed ingredients. Is it even possible to make pumpkin-inspired seasonal recipes that are healthy? The answer, dear friends, is yes.

Are Pumpkins Healthy?

Belonging to the squash family, pumpkin exhibits a wide range of health benefits. In fact, pumpkin happens to be one of the richest sources of beta-carotene, which is an antioxidant that gives orange foods their vibrant colors. The body converts beta-carotene into vitamin A, which encourages optimal eye health, immune function, and even protects against heart disease. One study found that a diet rich in beta-carotene foods helped suppress tumors in patients with prostate cancer. A separate 2014 cross-sectional study from Japan found that beta-carotene slowed the development of colon cancer.

Some studies found that pumpkin’s fiber, potassium, and vitamin C content supports a healthy cardiovascular system. A 2017 study, for example, indicated potassium’s importance in reducing blood pressure levels. One cup of cooked pumpkin provides 16% of the recommended daily intake of potassium.  

Pumpkins are also great sources of fiber, vitamin E, copper, riboflavin, folate, niacin, iron, and magnesium. To learn how to incorporate more of this fall favorite into your diet, explore the following healthy recipes. These aren’t your standard pumpkin recipes, but they sure make pumpkin the star of the show. You won’t be missing pumpkin flavor at all!

Pumpkin Apple Fruit Leather

Elevate your fall snack game with this vegan pumpkin apple fruit leather! Celebrate the season with flavor, low calories, and deliciousness.. 

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Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats

These pumpkin pie overnight oats make for a great, filling vegan breakfast on slightly brisk fall mornings. Just grab the jar and eat it on the go!

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Slow Cooker Vegan Pumpkin Butter

A luxuriously spreadable pumpkin butter is 100% vegan and great for the fall season. You can put it on toast or freshly sliced apples!. 

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Dehydrated Pumpkin Rosemary Crackers

Enjoy a nutrient-dense, crispy pumpkin rosemary cracker while cleansing. It contains flax seeds, a ton of seasonings, and pumpkin, of course!

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Raw Vegan Pumpkin Pie Tarts

Get in the fall spirit by making these adorable and delectable pumpkin pie tarts. The greatest thing about these tasty tarts is that they are easy to make, but they also boast bold flavors. All you need is time for the filling to set and you have yourself a healthy take on a fall classic. 

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These 4 Foods Have More Magnesium Than Almonds https://www.dherbs.com/articles/these-4-foods-have-more-magnesium-than-almonds/ Sat, 25 Oct 2025 09:01:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=176891

Almonds are an excellent source of magnesium, but there are other plant-based foods that offer higher amounts per serving.

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Found throughout the entire body, primarily in bones, muscles, and non-muscular soft tissue, magnesium is an essential mineral with many roles in the body. Even though it helps carry out many bodily functions, roughly 50% of people in the United States do not consume enough of it daily. Failure to consume enough in your daily diet can increase the risk of developing high blood pressure, osteoporosis, diabetes, and heart disease. 

Benefits Of Magnesium

Magnesium is part of a group of helper nutrients, including fiber, potassium, and antioxidants. These nutrients help protect blood vessels and work to improve insulin resistance. Magnesium also helps the body convert vitamin D into an active form that the body can use. It helps the kidneys and liver metabolize vitamin D. Being deficient in magnesium actually reduces the body’s ability to use vitamin D, which ultimately impacts calcium absorption. Magnesium also assists with:

  • Energy production
  • Muscle and nerve function
  • Bone density
  • DNA repair
  • Protein synthesis
  • Blood sugar control
  • Blood pressure regulation

Although almonds contain a good amount of magnesium, among other minerals, there are other foods that offer more magnesium. Continue reading to learn more about them. 

Legumes And Pulses

Legumes and pulses include chickpeas, lentils, peas, beans, soybeans, peanuts, green peans, and snap peas. Most legumes and pulses have less magnesium per serving than almonds, but others provide more than double. As a quick note, the body absorbs about 30% to 40% of magnesium from food. Some foods, such as legumes and pulses, have molecules that make it harder for the body to absorb magnesium. Soak your legumes to increase magnesium absorption. Consider the following amounts from different legumes and pulses:

  • Soybeans: 148 milligrams (mg) per cooked cup
  • Lima beans: 126 mg per cooked cup
  • Black beans: 120 mg per cooked cup
  • Adzuki beans: 120 mg per cooked cup
  • Edamame: 99.2 mg per cooked cup
  • Navy beans: 96.5 mg per cooked cup

Chickpeas: 78.7 mg per cooked cup

Whole Grains

Providing fiber, vitamins, and minerals like magnesium, whole grains can be great additions to your diet. Whole grains, unlike refined grains, contain all three parts of the grain (bran, germ, and endosperm), which are removed from refined grains during processing. Milling reduces the magnesium content, which explains why white rice has about 20% of the magnesium that exists in brown rice. The following whole grains offer the most magnesium:

  • Amaranth: 160 mg per cooked cup
  • Teff: 126 mg per cooked cup
  • Quinoa: 118 mg per cooked cup
  • Brown rice: 85.8 mg per cooked cup
  • Buckwheat groats: 85.7 mg per cooked cup

Leafy Greens And Vegetables

There are not too many vegetables that contain a lot of magnesium. Researchers agree that some leafy greens and select vegetables have more than almonds offer per serving. Green vegetables are highly versatile, as they can go into omelets, smoothies, salads, stir-fries, soups, or stews. Some great magnesium-rich vegetables include:

  • Spinach: 157 mg per cooked cup
  • Swiss chard: 150 mg per cooked cup
  • Beet greens: 97.9 mg per cooked cup
  • Acorn squash: 88.2 mg per cooked cup

Nuts And Seeds

Besides almonds, there are other nuts and seeds that offer good amounts of magnesium, in addition to zinc, selenium, and vitamin E. There are also nut butters and flours that contain magnesium. Use nut flours in place of standard all purpose flour to get more magnesium for your buck. And while most nuts and seeds contain some magnesium, the following ones provide more per serving than almonds do:

  • Hemp seeds: 210 mg per one ounce
  • Pumpkin seeds: 168 mg per one ounce
  • Brazil nuts: 107 mg per one ounce
  • Chia seeds: 95 mg per one ounce
  • Pilinuts: 85.6 mg per one ounce
  • Cashews: 82.8 mg per one ounce

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7 Smoothies To Support The Immune System https://www.dherbs.com/articles/7-smoothies-to-support-the-immune-system/ Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:17:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=176809

Incorporate a variety of fruits and vegetables into your smoothies for a plethora of vitamins and minerals that support the immune system.

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The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends consuming at least five servings of fruits and vegetables per day. That is about two cups of fruits and two and a half cups of vegetables, but there is nothing wrong with consuming more than that. In fact, some studies suggest that consuming more than five servings of fruits and vegetables per day may provide additional health benefits. 

Smoothies can help you reach your five servings per day in no time, especially if you drink more than one during the day. The beautiful thing about smoothies is that you do not have to follow a specific formula to make them successfully. There are few rules as to what you should throw in a blender. For example, you can add spinach, bananas, strawberries, blueberries, peanut butter, almond milk, chia seeds, and more and it will likely taste incredible. Just remember that smoothies should be a diverse mix of fruits and vegetables, not just fruits, as that can increase your blood sugar. 

Immune Boosting Smoothies

When you are looking to support the immune system, you can add immune-boosting ingredients to your smoothies. Ideally, you want to include fruits and vegetables that contain vitamins A, C, E, D, and K, zinc, selenium, and B-vitamins. The following smoothies are designed to optimize immune function. Drink them when you feel a tickle in your throat or if you feel like your health needs a boost. You can also enjoy them whenever you like, even if you feel like a million bucks! 

As a quick note, if you feel a little run down and require some extra immune-boosting assistance, feel free to add some Dherbs products to your smoothies. You can empty the capsules of our Immune Formula, Vitamin C, or Anti-V supplement into the smoothie and blend it up. That is also a great way to consume our supplements if you have difficulty swallowing capsules. Enjoy our smoothies that support the immune system.

Vitamin C Smoothie

The best way to load up on vitamin C is by consuming foods that are rich in this antioxidant. This smoothie is full of vitamin C, which benefits the immune system, skin, and more. 

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Persimmon Smoothie

Persimmons, ginger, mandarin oranges, homemade almond milk, and more come together for a tasty, autumnal immune-boosting smoothie. Plus, with fall in full swing, there has never been a more optimal time to enjoy persimmons!

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Citrus Smoothie

This smoothie looks more like a drink you’d order while lounging by the pool on vacation, as opposed to a healthy, immune boosting smoothie. Not only is this drink visually stunning, but it also provides a long list of nutrients that help support the immune system.

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Kale Ginger Smoothie

A refreshing and filling kale, ginger, and mango smoothie that’s brimming with immune-boosting vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

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Citrus Carrot Smoothie

Don’t neglect your immune system! Keep up your body’s defenses against bacteria, fungi, and viruses by regularly drinking this smoothie. It is loaded with vitamins A and C.

Click here to make the recipe. 

Tropical Smoothie

Is this a piña colada or an immune-boosting smoothie? Feel like you’re in the tropics when you drink this refreshing smoothie that boosts energy levels, aids digestion, and enhances immune function with numerous vitamins and minerals. 

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Fruit Smoothie

Trying to get over a cold and give your immune system a helping hand? Drink this smoothie for some awesome health benefits.

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5 Smoothies To Help Improve Digestion https://www.dherbs.com/articles/5-smoothies-to-help-improve-digestion/ Thu, 02 Oct 2025 08:48:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=176764

Bloating, indigestion, gas, and stomach pain will be a thing of the past when you blend up these smoothies that improve digestion.

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From breaking down food and absorbing nutrients to enhancing immune function and energy production, the gastrointestinal tract plays a large role in your overall health. Maintaining a healthy digestive system benefits both your mental and physical well-being. There are many ways to encourage optimal digestive function, but one of the easiest ways is to add smoothies to your daily routine. 

When you make smoothies a part of your daily regimen, you can help support regularity, improve nutrient absorption, and decrease bloating and digestive discomfort. Just because you drink a smoothie, that doesn’t give you an excuse to eat whatever the rest of the day. A large cup of nutrient-dense ingredients will not cancel out a calorically-dense, sodium-rich fast food meal. 

Set yourself up for a bloat-free day by starting your day with any of the smoothies detailed in this article. As a quick note, not all of these smoothies are cleanse-approved. The reason for this is because some of the ingredients, such as oats and yogurt, offer pre- and probiotics that some raw vegan ingredients do not. If you make one or more of these smoothies and experience better digestive function, let us know in the comments. 

Pineapple Ginger Green Smoothie

This is a refreshing green smoothie that tastes like a little slice of tropical paradise. Many of the ingredients in this smoothie contain compounds that help reduce inflammation and calm the stomach. Ginger, for example, exhibits natural soothing properties, while spinach offers iron, magnesium, protein, folate, and other essential vitamins and minerals. Pineapple adds some sweetness, along with bromelain, a digestive enzyme that helps break down proteins. That makes this blend of ingredients perfect for soothing the digestive tract. 

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1/2 cup pineapple, cubed
  • 1 banana, peeled and sliced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed

Instructions:

  • Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. 
  • Pour into two large cups and enjoy immediately. 

Pear Cardamom Oat Smoothie

Talk about fall in a cup! Pears are not only seasonal fall fruits, but they are also excellent sources of fiber (both soluble and insoluble) and sorbitol and fructose, two sugars that stimulate digestion. Both soluble and insoluble fiber help maintain bowel regularity by softening stool to make it easier to pass. Oats also contain fiber, protein, and complex carbs. 

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 pear, cubed
  • 1/4 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 teaspoons agave nectar
  • 1/2 cup ice
  • 1/4 teaspoon cardamom

Instructions:

  • Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more almond milk or water to thin it.
  • Pour into a large cup and enjoy immediately. 

Cucumber Mint Probiotic Smoothie

Ideal for warmer days, this smoothie is as cool and hydrating as it is beneficial for the digestive tract. Mint, just like ginger, works to soothe the digestive system, while yogurt provides essential probiotics to help maintain healthy gut flora. It is a refreshing smoothie choice for anyone looking to boost digestive function. 

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cucumber, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup mint leaves
  • 1/2 banana, peeled and sliced
  • 1 teaspoon agave nectar
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions:

  • Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Pour into a large cup and enjoy immediately. 

Avocado Banana Yogurt Smoothie

Is this a smoothie or a milkshake? We’ll leave that for your taste buds to decide! This ultra creamy smoothie is rich in healthy fats and probiotics. Studies show that avocado works to soothe the digestive tract, while Greek yogurt supplies the gut with beneficial bacteria. Both the ground flaxseed and cinnamon add fiber and anti-inflammatory properties, which may help relieve bloating. 

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 avocado, pitted and peeled
  • 1 small banana, peeled and sliced
  • 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
  • Dash of cinnamon

Instructions:

  • Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. If you want, you can freeze the banana prior to blending to make the smoothie extra creamy.
  • Pour into two large cups and enjoy immediately. 

Creamy Paleo Green Smoothie

Silky smooth and undeniably delicious, this creamy green smoothie is naturally rich in chlorophyll, fiber, iron, and vitamins C, K, and so much more. It contains flaxseed and avocado, both of which provide omega-3 fatty acids, which benefit brain and heart health. Ground flaxseed also helps to regulate bowel movements and improve energy levels, due to the presence of lignans. Just remember that a little flaxseed goes a long way. 

Ingredients:

  • 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/2 avocado, peeled and pitted
  • 1/2 cup spinach
  • 1/2 banana, peeled, sliced, and frozen overnight
  • 1/2 tablespoon ground flaxseed
  • 1/2 Medjool date, pitted

Instructions:

  • Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. 
  • Pour into a large cup and enjoy immediately. 

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Maple Cinnamon Chia Pudding https://www.dherbs.com/recipes/recipe/maple-cinnamon-chia-pudding/ Mon, 22 Sep 2025 17:14:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?post_type=recipe&p=176712

Are your mornings hectic? Make this maple cinnamon chia pudding at night so that it is ready to grab out of the fridge in the morning!

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Mornings can be a whirlwind, especially if you are dealing with work deadlines, school runs, or the general hustle and bustle of life. Finding a breakfast that is both healthy and easy to make in a timely fashion can be quite difficult. That’s why we always recommend chia pudding to those with busy schedules. You can easily prepare it the night before and it’s ready to go in the morning. Just take it out of the fridge, put on your optional toppings, and enjoy on the go. So if you are looking for a breakfast that is both delicious and nutritious, make this chia pudding that is 100% customizable. Let’s take a look at the featured ingredients in this recipe:

  • Chia seeds: Without these tiny black seeds, you have no recipe. They are responsible for the pudding’s thick, tapioca-like texture. They absorb liquid and expand to create the pudding and are naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, protein, and other vitamins and minerals.
  • Homemade almond milk: This is an essential liquid to have if you are on the raw vegan diet. Not only is it easy to make, but it also tastes way better than any store bought almond milk you’ve had. Homemade almond milk also provides more nuttiness, which complements the other ingredients beautifully.
  • Cinnamon: This aromatic spice provides a comforting warmth to this chia pudding. It enhances the flavor and offers some potential healthy benefits, including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
  • Vanilla extract: Make sure to buy the alcohol-free pure vanilla extract, as the regular stuff can contain unnecessary sugars. A touch of vanilla extract adds a subtle sweetness that rounds out what the cinnamon and maple syrup bring to the table.
  • Pure maple syrup: A natural sweetener that brings a non-chemical sweetness to the chia pudding. It has a touch of warmth that complements the cinnamon and a little goes a long way.

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Raspberry Energy Balls With Oats https://www.dherbs.com/recipes/recipe/raspberry-energy-balls-with-oats/ Fri, 19 Sep 2025 17:25:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?post_type=recipe&p=176695

Snacking doesn't have to be unhealthy! Fill up on these homemade, vegan raspberry energy balls made with oats and fresh raspberries.

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We are back with yet another energy ball recipe, only this time it is for vegans because it has oats. The oats not only act as a binding agent, just like the dates, but they also help to fill you up. They are naturally rich in protein, fiber, healthy fats, iron, zinc, and other vitamins and minerals. Oats are one of the best sources of beta-glucans, a soluble fiber that may help lower cholesterol, especially bad LDL cholesterol. That soluble fiber also slows digestion, increases feelings of fullness, and may increase bile acid production. It may also help to reduce blood sugar and insulin after a carb-heavy meal.

This recipe is just another way to show you that snacking can be healthy. You just have to use the right ingredients that provide valuable nutrition and sustenance. The problem with many store bought snacks, such as chips, cookies, or other packaged goods, is that they do not fill you up. You can eat an entire bag of chips and still feel hungry, but that is also because they contain ingredients that keep you coming back for more. These raspberry energy balls are completely sugar- and gluten-free, making them a great snack to power you up between meals.

From this recipe, you should get about 20 balls, but it depends how big you make them. Ideally, roll them into about the size of a tablespoon or smaller. When you place them on a plate or baking sheet lined with parchment paper, make sure to space them out in order to prevent them from sticking together. After freezing them for about 30 minutes, remove them and roll in the desiccated coconut before placing them back in the freezer to harden. Enjoy when ready!

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Blue Spirulina Chia Pudding https://www.dherbs.com/recipes/recipe/blue-spirulina-chia-pudding/ Mon, 08 Sep 2025 17:14:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?post_type=recipe&p=176599

Enjoy a healthy vegan breakfast option that's made with just five ingredients. Spirulina chia pudding is a new, flavorful experience!

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Blue spirulina is a blue-green algae commonly found in lakes and ponds. It is one of the most nutrient-dense foods in existence, being chock-full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, carotenoids, and protein. According to several studies, blue spirulina may exhibit anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer activity. Other studies show that it may help lower cholesterol, reduce blood pressure, aid anemia patients due to the iron content, among other benefits. Due to its neutral flavor, it makes for a great addition to smoothies, drinks, oatmeal, chia pudding, and more for an added nutritional boost.

Although blue spirulina gives this chia pudding its color, the chia seeds make this recipe possible. When you soak chia seeds in liquid, they begin to absorb it and start to bloom, which creates the pudding or tapioca-like consistency. In fact, chia seeds absorb 12 times their weight in water, which actually prolongs hydration. Chia seeds are naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, protein, calcium, and antioxidants. There is really no reason to avoid these small but mighty healthy seeds.

All you have to do to make the chia pudding is whisk the almond milk, agave nectar, vanilla extract, and spirulina powder together in a mixing bowl. While whisking, pour in the chia seeds and continue to whisk to avoid clumping. Once everything is incorporated, cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight to set. You can also transfer the mixture to a couple jars and refrigerate overnight. Grab the chia pudding in the morning, top with optional fruit or nuts, and enjoy!

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Vinegar Cleaning Swaps That Actually Work https://www.dherbs.com/articles/vinegar-cleaning-swaps-that-actually-work/ Fri, 15 Aug 2025 09:25:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?p=176449

Trying to switch to natural cleaning products? Make these simple vinegar swaps that actually make the house fresher and cleaner.

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Although there are myriad cleaning products that are a bit more natural than traditional chemical-laden classics, they don’t compare to DIY non-toxic cleaners. You know exactly what goes into the products that you make yourself. There are no hidden fragrances or hard-to-pronounce names on products that you make yourself. And one the easiest household products to clean with is vinegar, which is probably in your pantry as you read this.

Distilled white vinegar, which is available in organic versions, is a powerhouse in the natural cleaning world. You don’t want the house to smell like pickles, though, so you have to include other ingredients, like citrus or essential oils, to mask the scent.

How To Clean With Vinegar

There are many surfaces that are acceptable to clean with vinegar. There are also a few things that vinegar can damage because of the low pH that can dissolve certain substances. Although vinegar is technically viewed as a weak acid, it is powerful enough to damage certain surfaces. Avoid cleaning the following surfaces with vinegar:

  • Mold: Yes, vinegar does kill mold and you can use it for that; however, it may only scratch the surface of a larger problem. We will explain this in more detail a little later in the article. 
  • Finished wood: Adding a little vinegar to a mop bucket may be acceptable on hardwood floors, but using too much, or using it on certain types of wood, can damage the finish. The same rule applies to furniture. 
  • Tile grout: It is occasionally acceptable to use a diluted vinegar solution to keep sealed grout clean, but using too much vinegar too often can erode the grout. 
  • Dishwashers and washing machines: This is controversial because a lot of people use vinegar to clean these appliances. Adding too much vinegar to these, or using it too often, can damage the rubber components over time. 
  • Stone countertops: Vinegar can very easily damage marble, granite, and natural stone countertops. 

Window And Mirror Cleaner

If you want some spot-free shine on your windows and mirrors, vinegar is a highly effective ingredient. Forget the glass cleaner spray and mix one part vinegar with three parts water in a spray bottle. Add one or two drops of essential oil, such as lemongrass, and an optional 1/2 teaspoon of dish soap. Shake it up and use it to clean your windows, mirrors, and shower doors. 

Mold Remover

As previously mentioned, vinegar can be used to treat mold in certain situations. If you notice mold in your house, though, that may just be the tip of the iceberg, indicating a potentially serious issue. If you want to use vinegar to help get rid of mold, mix one part borax with four parts white vinegar together in a spray bottle. Spray onto non-porous surfaces, wait about an hour, and wipe away. The mold should wipe right off in areas where mold is miniscule. 

Toilet Cleaner

Vinegar is a great ingredient for breaking down minerals on hard surfaces. It is particularly effective when mixed with baking soda. Pour a little baking soda into the toilet and add one cup of vinegar, watch it bubble, scrub, and then admire the shine. 

Cabinet Cleaner

If you have oil buildup, food spots, or minor stains on your cabinets, vinegar can effectively remove them. Mix one part vinegar with three parts water and scrub the dirty cabinet with a rage or sponge. The vinegar helps cut through any grease, which leaves your cabinets shiny and clean. 

Hardwood Floor Cleaner

If you have hardwood floors in your house, you know that mopping and sweeping are par for the course. People have robot vacuums and such, but those aren’t as effective as a good old fashioned sweep and mop. It can be beneficial to mix 1/3 or 2/3 cup of white vinegar in one gallon of warm water to clean hardwood floors. Just be careful because vinegar can damage certain wood finishes, so check with the manufacturer before dumping vinegar on your floor.

All-Purpose Vinegar Spray

If you want an all-natural, all-purpose cleaning spray with vinegar, here is how to make it: 

  • Add one part white vinegar and four parts water to a spray bottle. 
  • Add about 10 to 20 drops of essential oil of your choice (citrus oils are great), and one teaspoon of natural dish soap. 
  • Shake it up and use when ready. 
  • This spray is great on high chair trays, baseboards, appliances, floors, walls, countertops (provided the surface), and sinks.

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Peachy Green Smoothie https://www.dherbs.com/recipes/recipe/peachy-green-smoothie/ Wed, 23 Jul 2025 17:18:00 +0000 https://www.dherbs.com/?post_type=recipe&p=176305

Embrace the power of plants and seasonal produce when you indulge in this summery, peachy green smoothie. It's to die for!

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Peaches have a very short season, so we encourage you to get your hands on them right now. Squeeze as many peachy delights as you can into your diet during the summer months. Trust us when we say that you won’t regret it. This green smoothie is more like a creamy milkshake than it is a smoothie. It energizes the body and powers it with pure plant goodness. If you don’t have the time to make your own almond milk, feel free to use filtered water, although that will make it less milkshake-like. You can also use homemade cashew milk if you prefer the flavor.

This smoothie only has four ingredients: homemade almond milk, peaches, spinach, and orange. Spinach is a powerhouse of a leafy green, offering magnesium, iron, protein, fiber, folate, vitamin K, and antioxidants. The peach, which you should pit, cube, and freeze ahead of time, is the source of sweetness in this recipe. Peaches are rich in a variety of vitamins and minerals, such as fiber, vitamins & C, potassium, niacin, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, and some B vitamins. While peaches are highly impressive from a nutritional standpoint, they are purely delicious, especially during peak season.

The homemade almond milk is the ingredient that makes this smoothie taste more like a milkshake. Homemade is just better! It offers a subtle nuttiness that complements the peaches and spinach. Finally, the orange offers lots of vitamin C and a hint of sour, which is refreshing break from the sweet, succulent peaches. Make it and let us know if you like it so that we can post similar recipes!

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