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April Carroll

Health & Wellness Coach, Natural health consultant and educator

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Bulgur Chickpea Salad

I ngredients: Cooked bulgur (or other grain) Chickpeas Chopped veggies of choice (I used peppers and cucumbers) Chopped parsley Salt & Pepper to taste Olive oil Balsamic vinegar Instructions: I don't really measure anything for this salad. It is very easy to use whatever you have on hand! Continue reading

Posted Mar 21, 2022 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Carrot - Parsnip Soup

Ingredients: Peeled and chopped carrots Peeled and chopped parsnips Vegetable broth Chopped onion (optional) grated fresh ginger (to taste) salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Cook the veggies in just enough broth to cover until very tender. Add ginger, salt, and pepper. Blend with an immersion blender until smooth adding... Continue reading

Posted Jan 24, 2022 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Cleaning with Essential Oils Mini Course

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Posted May 26, 2021 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Fall Cleaning Spray

References: Guo, Q., Liu, K., Deng, W., Zhong, B., Yang, W., & Chun, J. (2018). Chemical composition and antimicrobial activity of Gannan navel orange (Citrus sinensis Osbeck cv. Newhall) peel essential oils. Food science & nutrition, 6(6), 1431–1437. doi:10.1002/fsn3.688 Nabavi, S. F., Di Lorenzo, A., Izadi, M., Sobarzo-Sánchez, E., Daglia,... Continue reading

Posted Nov 19, 2019 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Blueberry Lavender Lemonade

Post #2 in the Summer Lemonade Series! Blueberry Lavender Lemonade Recipe for blueberry lavender lemonade: Ingredients: Freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/2 cup blueberries 1 tsp dried lavender (you can leave this out if you don't like the taste of lavender) 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup water water and ice Directions:... Continue reading

Posted Aug 15, 2019 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Summer Lemonade Series - Matcha Lemonade

This is the first entry in my Summer Lemonade Series! Matcha Lemonade Matcha is the ground whole tea (Camellia sinensis) leaf. The plant is shade grown for a minimum of 20 days. The shading increases chlorophyll and L-theanine content. In animal studies, L-theanine has been shown to cross the blood-brain... Continue reading

Posted Jul 2, 2019 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Peppermint Matcha Latte

Just in time for St. Patrick's Day! Ingredients: 1-2 tsp dried peppermint leaf (or peppermint tea bag) 4 oz boiling water 1 tsp matcha powder sweetener of choice (optional) 1 cup milk of choice - warmed and frothed (I used almond) First, add boiling water to your peppermint leaf. Let... Continue reading

Posted Mar 16, 2019 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Elderberry extract and syrup

Cold and Flu Season 2018 I'm taking orders for elderberry extract and syrup! Both formulas have a 35% - 38% elderberry concentration. I'm happy to ship if you are willing to pay shipping. Locals: I'm happy to offer a $1 off your refill if you return the clean, empty jar.... Continue reading

Posted Sep 5, 2018 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Elderberry Syrup

Many of you use the recipe for elderberry syrup that I posted on my blog a few years back. I'm updating with new information and a new recipe. Please update your bookmarks! (I will have a link to this post on the previous recipe page, as well.) Elderberry has been... Continue reading

Posted Jan 17, 2018 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Learn about Tea

My course was chosen to be added to the Vintage Remedies lineup of new courses! The course is on sale for one more day. https://vintageremedies.com/tea/ Continue reading

Posted Sep 19, 2017 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Homemade hummus and farm stand veggie wraps

This is the time of year where I frequent the local farm stand down the road. I'm loving all the peppers and squash that they have right now and decided to use yesterday's haul to make dinner tonight. I threw together some homemade hummus to add flavor and protein to... Continue reading

Posted Aug 9, 2017 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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I've been making this lentil loaf recipe for over 20 years and it's one of my favorites! You will need: 1 cup of dry lentils, cooked and drained 1 chopped onion 1 chopped stalk of celery 1 chopped carrot 1 clove of minced garlic 1 egg 2 cups sharp cheddar... Continue reading

Posted Feb 24, 2017 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Book Review: Rising Plague

Title: Rising Plague Author: Brad Spellberg, M.D. Antibiotic resistance is becoming a real threat to public health. This book, written by an infectious disease specialist who is very concerned with this issue, is definitely an interesting read! A few take-aways from the book: - Antibiotic resistance was noted within one... Continue reading

Posted Jan 14, 2017 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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White Chamomile Citrus Tea

White Chamomile Citrus Tea 1 Tablespoon white tea 1 Tablespoon chamomile 1 Teaspoon Lemon peel 1 Teaspoon Orange peel Steep 1-2 teaspoons of the tea blend in hot water for 2-3 minutes. The above recipe will make about 4-5 cups of tea. The majority of my tea 'testers' gave this... Continue reading

Posted Nov 17, 2016 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Borscht (Beet Soup)

Such a wonderful fall soup! Ingredients: 2 medium beets 2 medium carrots 1 medium potato 1/2 a small head of cabbage 1/2 a large onion 1 garlic clove oil (I used avocado oil) salt and pepper 1 tsp thyme 4 cups of vegetable broth Greek yogurt Chop all of the... Continue reading

Posted Oct 15, 2016 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Ginger Pear Smoothie

1/2 cup greek yogurt 1/2 cup coconut water 1 pear (peeled and cored) fresh grated ginger to taste 1 Tb honey ice cubes (optional) Blend and enjoy! Continue reading

Posted Aug 11, 2016 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Honey Oatmeal Sourdough

Ingredients: 1/2 cup oats 2 T coconut oil 1/4 cup honey 2 1/2 cups flour 1/2 cup sourdough starter 1 tsp salt 1 cup water Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Let rise overnight covered with a damp towel. In the morning, remove it from the... Continue reading

Posted Apr 28, 2016 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Oolong Hibiscus Tea

(photo credit: Sabrina Ivy) Oolong Hibiscus Tea 1 Tablespoon dried hibiscus flowers 1/2 Tablespoon oolong tea leaves 1/2 Tablespoon chamomile 1/2 Tablespoon stevia Steep 1-2 teaspoons of the tea blend in hot water for 5 minutes. The above recipe will make about 5-6 cups of tea. The majority of my... Continue reading

Posted Mar 22, 2016 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Book Review: No More Amoxicillin

Book Title: No More Amoxicillin Author: Dr. Mary Ann Block Some of my take-aways from the book: The eustachian tubes in adults are more vertical while a child’s tubes are more horizontal. For this reason, fluid buildup in the ear is more common in children. This explains why most children... Continue reading

Posted Jan 30, 2016 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Ginger Cabbage Stir Fry

Ingredients: One small head of chopped cabbage (green or red) One medium sliced onion Garlic cloves minced (1 or 2 cloves) Grated fresh ginger to taste Tamari sauce (1-2 Tb) Rice wine vinegar (1-2 Tb) Oil ( I used avocado oil) Place all ingredients into a pan, stirring often, until... Continue reading

Posted Jan 26, 2016 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Elderberry Spiced Punch

A fun way to get the health benefits of elderberry during the Christmas season! You will need: 1/4 Cup dried elderberries 2 cups filtered water 2 cinnamon sticks 20 whole cloves 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg 2 star anise (optional) 2 cups purple juice (I used Trader Joe's Power of 7... Continue reading

Posted Dec 9, 2015 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Butternut Squash and Mushroom Risotto

Risotto is a wonderful dish to make on a cool, rainy day! This recipe uses butternut squash for a great fall flavor. Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 cup sliced mushrooms 1 Tb butter 1 cup arborio rice 3 cups (approximate) broth 2/3 cup pureed butternut squash 1/2 tsp Herbs... Continue reading

Posted Sep 30, 2015 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Anti-Inflammatory Balm

Needed: 1/2 oz of calendula (This will be more than you think as it is a very 'fluffy herb'.) 1/2 oz of plantain 1/2 cup of coconut oil 1/2 oz of beeswax 20 drops of lavender essential oil Infuse the calendula and plantain in the coconut oil by placing these... Continue reading

Posted Aug 7, 2015 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Turmeric Refrigerated Zucchini Pickles

Slice zucchini, onions, and bell peppers (optional) in thin slices and place into a bowl. Sprinkle vegetables with salt, mix together, and allow to sit for an hour. Rinse salt and drain. Brine: 2 cups apple cider vinegar 1 cup sugar 1 to 1 1/2 tsp of dry mustard 1... Continue reading

Posted Jul 20, 2015 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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Bronchitis is the inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes in the lungs. It can be acute or chronic. The symptoms include: fever, mucous producing cough, shortness of breath and fatigue. Acute bronchitis is usually viral, while chronic bronchitis is typically caused by irritation such as cigarette smoke or... Continue reading

Posted Jun 13, 2015 at ACarroll Wellness Blog

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