Delicious Dehydrated Myer Lemon Glazed Strawberries

Dehydrated Myer Lemon Gal-zed Strawberries











March 2014 - I got a great Deal on 8LBS of Organic Strawberries from Bountiful Baskets!
I took 4LBS of it and made these Delicious Dehydrated  Myer Lemon Glazed Strawberries.
Cant wait to put them In My Homemade Nut Free Gluten free Granola !! :D  and cookies and everything whahoo I shall definitely have to make more!!! lol

This is for 4LBS of Organic Strawberries.
1 Organic Myer Lemon
1/4 cup total or more of zevia in the Raw or
1/4 tsp or more of Liquid Stevia. Or Honey.

Slice the Strawberries in the same uniformed sizes.
put in a good size bowl.
I use an Excalibur-3900B-Deluxe-Dehydrator-
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After you are done slicing them , Coat with Myer lemon Juice and Stevia of choice or sweetener of Choice.
PLACE on Trays
Dry for 6-8 hours ( If using The Excalibur put on 135)

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Believe me Strawberry Shortcake will be jealous cuz your house smells so divine!! hahhaa

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"Peppermint-Rose Rejuvenated Sea Salt Scrub"

BLOG UNDER CONSTRUCTION DUE TO MANY CHANGES INCLUDING COOK BOOK COMING OUT!! :D FINALLY !

As a Mom of 4 I do not get the opportunity to pamper myself so I thought it was time , so I created this splendid "Peppermint Rose" Sea Salt Scrub"

Not only is it cost effective , healthy and (organic and all Natural) so step into alitle world of indulgence and show off that beauty and feel re-fresh-ed  inside and out!!! :) I EVEN DRIED AND COLLECTED MY OWN ROSE PETALS FROM MY OWN ROSE BUSH!! - NO SPRAY 100% ORGANIC!

"Peppermint-Rose Rejuvenated Sea Salt Scrub"

THE RECIPES HAVE BEEN TAKEN DOWN DUE TO MATIENCE & Trying to figure out these cookbooks I am swamped!!!!the way I see it I may be able to pay someone to do an E- BOOK for me , but as far as the cookbook, Me and my husband crunched numbers and there is no way we could afford to re-lease one on our own, so I need to get sponsors for my Blog , get my own website and perhaps RAISE money for and to Re-lease the cookbook!



I will keep you all posted and informed

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Updated Organic Coconut Oil Info as of October 2012

So as you can tell I have found out my Nut and peanut intolerence has turned pretty bad to a full blown Anaphylactic  allergy!!!!!! So I am re-looking at products and updating the info as i get it from the manufacturer.


*Disclaimer--if you feel you need to conctact these companies personally due to you or your childs needs please do so , I am only going off the info they are giving me and will not be held resposible for any mis-imfomation, ALWAYS Contact your doctor or allergeist to make sure you are not allergic to Coconut!

I am very pleased to say I got a lovley email from one of my favorite Companies "Tropical Traditions LINK HERE : tropicaltraditions.com/virgin_coconut_ , THIS IS THE COMPANY I WILL BE USING THAT I FEEL SAFE FOR THERE COCONUT OIL.

This is the email i  received after calling and calling here is the email; 
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Friday, October 19, 2012 5:29 AM

Hi JoAnna,

Thank you for your reply! I apologize for the misinformation. The facility that processes our coconut oil and coconut products is dedicated to coconut products only. It is free of gluten, milk/dairy, peanut, and tree nuts. Would you please let me know who you spoke with so I can update them?

If you have any questions, please reply to this email and a representative will be happy to assist you. Customer service is very important to us. We look forward to serving you again as the need arises!

Have a wonderful day!

Dan
Tropical Traditions Customer Service
866-311-2626 ext. 2
help@tropicaltraditions.com

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I went ahead and emailed him back asking him to just be kind enough to re-verify the info so that i can safely feel safe using it again :)

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Just got back a Swift Reply I am so happy I can still use this coocnut oil cuz i love it so much and that i can order it in 1 lb or 5lb buckets from my Azure Standard Co-op or United Wharehouse!

Hi JoAnna,

You are very welcome! Yes, you can be very confident that our Coconut product are processed in a dedicated facility. If you have any questions, please reply to this email and a representative will be happy to assist you. Customer service is very important to us. We look forward to serving you again as the need arises!

Have a wonderful day!

Dan
Tropical Traditions Customer Service
866-311-2626 ext. 2
help@tropicaltraditions.com



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Dr.Bronners is safe I called them and they said there is no cross contamination with nuts and peantuts or gluten.
http://www.drbronner.com/coconut_oils.php
Products Description:
 Our white kernel and whole kernel VCO is cold-pressed from fresh carefully dried coconuts, giving it a delicious aroma. Versatile and healthy, VCO can be used for stir-frying, sauces, baking and body care. Extensive field research in the tropics shows that people who follow a traditional diet high in coconut oil enjoy excellent cardiovascular health. Clinical research confirms that VCO improves blood cholesterol by increasing the ratio of HDL to LDL cholesterol, due in part to saturated medium chain fatty acids (MCT's) such as lauric.
Whole kernel oil, which is made from the kernel with its "parings" is more nutritious and has a slightly nuttier flavor whereas white kernel oil offers a choice to consumers who are familiar with this grade. Both grades are versatile and healthy along with being organic and fair trade.

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This is the Information I received from Nutivia site here: http://nutiva.com/

I WILL NOT BE USING THIS COMPANY....TOO MANY ISSUES OF CROSS-CONTAMINTION :(
Dear JoAnna,

Please see the attached allergen chart for our products.

Thanks,

Tom

Nutiva - Delicious Hemp, Coconut & Chia Superfoods
1-800-993-4367 ext 2
help1@nutiva.com
www.nutiva.com

Nutiva – Allergen Information Product	Present in the product	Present in other products manufactured on the same line	Present in the same manufacturing facility
Chia	N/A	N/A	Coconut Gluten
Hemp Oil & Hempseed & Hemp Flour & Protein Powder	N/A	N/A	N/A
HempShakes (Berry, Chocolate, Vanilla)	N/A	N/A	Peanut Oil Tree Nuts (Coconut, Coconut Oil, Almonds, Almond Oil, Walnut Oil) Coconut Sesame Seeds (and derivatives) Dairy Products (i.e. Milk, Lactose, Caseinates, Whey) Soy Products Egg Wheat Gluten
Coconut Oil & Coconut Manna	Coconut	Coconut	Peanut Oil Tree Nuts (Coconut, Coconut Oil, Almonds, Almond Oil, Walnut Oil) Coconut Sesame Seeds (and derivatives) Dairy Products (i.e. Milk, Lactose, Caseinates, Whey) Soy Products Egg Wheat Gluten
Coconut Chips	Coconut	Coconut	Coconut Sulphites
Coconut Macaroon	Coconut	Coconut Sulphites – residual SO2	Coconut Sulphites
Coconut Flour	Coconut	Coconut Sulphites	Coconut Sulphites – residual SO2
Coconut Sugar	N/A	Coconut	Tree Nuts (and derivatives) (Cashews, Almonds) Coconut Wheat Gluten
Coconut Oil – 78 oz.	Coconut	Peanut Oil Coconut	Peanut Oil Tree Nuts (Coconut, Coconut Oil, Almonds, Almond Oil, Walnut Oil) Coconut Sesame Seeds (and derivatives) Dairy Products (i.e. Milk, Lactose, Caseinates, Whey) Soy Products Egg Wheat Gluten

 

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This is the email i got back from : http://www.barleans.com/   (BARLEANS)

Hi Joanna,

Thanks for writing. Our facility is a peanut and tree nut free allergy although I do like to mention that we do process coconut oil in our facility which people sometimes can be sensitive to. Thanks and best of health!

Danniel Davenport

Customer Service & Sales Representative

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition

www.barleans.com

 

This email was rather confusing and to conflicting to me lol although I do like to mention that we do process coconut oil in our facility which people sometimes can be sensitive to"  I take it that they may process, gluten, dairy and soy mabey in that factory , Im not going to use Barleans Brand personally).

 

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MORE INFO TO COME! :)

Insect Repellents and other Remedies using Young Living Essensial Oils

Homemade Mosquito-Repellent Using Young Living Essensial Oils
 ( for more information contatct me , I distibute them , (my website is coming soon)  :)

There are actually a lot of essential oils that will work as insect repellents. Instead of poisoning yourself with the toxic commercially available insect repellents, make your own Bug-Be-Gone sprays. Here are a few recipes sure to send those bugs ‘a-packin’:

• Combine 5 drops lavender,
•  5 drops lemongrass,
•  3 drops peppermint
•  and 1 drop thyme.
•  Put on feet or add to a little spray bottle filled with water, shake well, and spray on.
• Put 5 drops lemon and 5 drops Purification in a little spray bottle of wate r and mist on your skin to protect yourself against insects, flies, and mosquitoes.

Tick Bites: Mix thyme or oregano in a 50:50 dilution (with carrier oil)
 and apply 1 or 2 drops over the bite area and the tick
. The phenols in these oils will usually cause them to let go to get away from the oil. After the tick is off, treat the bite topically with a drop of tea tree, peppermint, lavender, rosemary or Thieves a couple of times a day.

Lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus) has a light, fresh, citrus aroma with earthy undertones. Refreshing, rejuvenating, stimulating, and balancing, it inspires and improves mental clarity. Lemongrass also supports the circulatory system* and has a score of 17,765 on the antioxidant ORAC scale. Research was published in the Phytotherapy Research Journal regarding the powerful properties of topically applied lemongrass.

Cockroach Repellent:
Mix 10 drops peppermint
5 drops cypress in 1/2 cup of seal saltwater, Shake well and spray were roaches live.

Eucalyptus radiata is cooling, refreshing, and energizing. Lighter in smell than Eucalyptus globulus, it has many of the same supportive properties. Because it is relatively gentle and nonirritating, it is the preferred choice for children. This variety is one of the most versatile of the eucalyptus oils and is suitable for topical use, diffusing, and even direct inhalation. It has long been an ingredient in some of Young Living's most popular blends.

Inssect Repellent

Using Single oils:
*6 drops peppermint
*6 drops tea tree oil
*9 drops Eucalyptus Radiata

Peppermint (Mentha piperita) has a strong, clean, fresh, minty aroma. One of the oldest and most highly regarded herbs for soothing digestion, it may also restore digestive efficiency.* Jean Valnet MD studied peppermint's supportive effect on the liver and respiratory systems. Other scientists have also researched peppermint's role in improving taste and smell when inhaled. Dr. William N. Dember of the University of Cincinnati studied peppermint's ability to improve concentration and mental sharpness. Alan Hirsch MD studied peppermint's ability to directly affect the brain's satiety center, which triggers a sensation of fullness after meals. This powerful essential oil is often diluted before topical application. Peppermint may also be used to enhance the flavor of food and water.

And these oils Blends can also be applies with alittle coconut oil or V-6 Oil apply with a cotton ball and dab on person :)

Purification

Purification® can be used directly on the skin to cleanse and soothe insect bites, cuts, and scrapes. When diffused, it helps to purify and cleanse the air from environmental impurities including cigarette smoke and other disagreeable odors.

Thieves and

Thieves® was created based on research about four thieves in France who covered themselves with cloves, rosemary, and other aromatics while robbing plague victims. This proprietary essential oil blend was university tested for its cleansing abilities. It is highly effective in supporting the immune system and good health.*

Melrose

Melrose™ provides a protective barrier against skin challenges. When diffused, Melrose can help dispel odors.

I will be adding to this list so keep checking back for more GREAT natural uses with Young Living Essensetial Oils ! :)

Have a great Day!!
JoAnna :) Independant Young living oils Distibutor :)
My website is coming soon in the meantime here is a link for the main Young Living Oils page :)http://www.youngliving.com/en_US/

Have a Happy Summer!

JoAnna's Ginger-Lime Carrot Cake with a TWIST!

Hello all I'm pleased to be releasing my ginger lime carrot cake with a twist this is one of our family favorites! :) This Cake was created in Honor of my 4th Child's Birth! Sweet Gabriella Mama love you~ :D

         JoAnna's Gluten Free Ginger-Lime Carrot Cake with a TWIST!! :D

Another Variation : Lemon Spice Carrot Cranberry Cake

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Coyprighted 2009-2012 JoAnna L McGarvie