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• Not sure if this is any help, but I have noticed a reaction to strawberries, and to almonds. It took a while to make the connection, because I have eaten them in the past without any issues. Come to find out, every time I reacted, it was NON-organic…

  in becomming sensitive to EVERYTHING! Comment by pixx
• Are you 100% raw? I am not; I use it on toast, occasionally lightly steamed veggies, or to pop popcorn in. But, if you are 100%, it also goes well with cacao and honey (or agave), for a fruit dip. Also, you could try slipping it into your usual smoo…

  in recommend a great coconut oil smoothie & avocado smoothie to me :D Comment by pixx
• Does the jar say to keep it in the fridge? I am surprised by that! I bet it *is* hard, that cold. Coconut oil gets hard in the winter here, just in the cabinet. Yes, I've lost weight with it...each time I hit a plateau, I realized I hadn't eaten it …

  in recommend a great coconut oil smoothie & avocado smoothie to me :D Comment by pixx
• Hmm, I sometimes use coconut cream (whole ground coconut, not just the oil) in smoothies. But, I'm sure that doesn't help- unless you have some? As for avocados in smoothies- yes, I've seen some folks say they like that; but I have only thrown out t…

  in recommend a great coconut oil smoothie & avocado smoothie to me :D Comment by pixx
• My goal is eliminating processed foods. Agave is processed, so I decided there is no reason to have it in my cabinet. I did try it, before giving thought to that. I now use raw honey. (Of course, no, it's not vegan.)

  in agave syrup Comment by pixx
• You are quite welcome! Yes, when they are ripe, they are wonderfully creamy! Let us know how it goes!

  in Alternatives to mayo... Comment by pixx
• Mikfizzle~ if they are ripe enough, they will spread with a knife like soft butter. I just use a fork, or a miniature potato masher; no lumps. If they are still too firm for that, then you might need to go ahead and use the blender or food processor…

  in Alternatives to mayo... Comment by pixx
• I think blending is optional. coconutty mentioned blending, but for me, I find I do not like the taste/texture of blended avocado. To me, it breaks it down to a very greasy oily texture. I think just smashing it some, gives a creamy buttery texture,…

  in Alternatives to mayo... Comment by pixx
• I've sometimes used just plain smashed avocado for mayo. If they are ripe enough, they are creamy enough to spread quite well. :~) It only works well for things you will eat right away, though! Otherwise, you would need some lemon or lime added to k…

  in Alternatives to mayo... Comment by pixx
• nefertiti666~ So sorry to hear you are having issue with it. I used it for well over a decade before going raw. I used to drive trucks, and work in warehouses, so I was quite used to hard physical sweaty work. Never was a problem for me; the vinegar…

  in Does anyone have any natural deodorant ideas? Comment by pixx
• nefertiti666: "So I did try the vinegar, and it sort of added a sourness to the already existing odor." Umm, "already existing odor"? It needs to be applied on a freshly clean body, to keep *away* odor; not after you are already stinky. From what I …

  in Does anyone have any natural deodorant ideas? Comment by pixx
• Ah, no- it does not mean that. That's a really common question! Thing is, smell does *enhance* taste, but it isn't all of it. Most folks get so dependent on that enhancement, that when they get a cold, they no longer "taste". Since I never have been…

  in Does anyone have any natural deodorant ideas? Comment by pixx
• I know what you mean-semperfey- I think the same thing! But I don't think I've met anyone who did not like it...funny. :~)

  in Does anyone have any natural deodorant ideas? Comment by pixx
• Sorry, I am a lavender freak, so that is what I use. (It, also, is antibacterial.) I'm not a good one to suggest "man-ly" smells, as I can't smell at all (congenital anosmia). I enjoy the lavender, because I still get the calming (and antibacterial)…

  in Does anyone have any natural deodorant ideas? Comment by pixx
• semperfey~ The vodka/vinegar shouldn't affect pheromones, I wouldn't think; I could be wrong- but I really don't think so. It simply keeps bacteria from being able to breed. Bacterial waste is what smells bad, not sweat. YES, what you put on your bo…

  in Does anyone have any natural deodorant ideas? Comment by pixx
• nefertiti666 Whatever is cheapest on the shelf. ;~) Typically, Aristocrat & it is 80 proof. Unflavored. Occasionally some other brand- sometimes the "good stuff" when at a friend's house. Since I don't drink it, I really don't care about brand.

  in Does anyone have any natural deodorant ideas? Comment by pixx
• yeah, just make sure the bulb is cool, before you add the oil- as in, right before you turn it on. :~)

  in Does anyone have any natural deodorant ideas? Comment by pixx
• Ah, but be careful, don't add the oil to a hot bulb- that can explode, if the oil is cold!! :P Interesting about the banana! Hmmm... :~)

  in Does anyone have any natural deodorant ideas? Comment by pixx
• tabbycats_tofu I'm bettin' it's something else in the Kiss my Face, as I really wouldn't expect the lavender to do that- unless you are allergic. I've used lavender EO in the vodka and in moisturizing oils (avocado- coconut, etc) with no problem und…

  in Does anyone have any natural deodorant ideas? Comment by pixx
• lulushka8~ Hmm, cool! I've used vinegar for that, for years,but never thought of the vodka for that! Good to know, for when I am out of vinegar (which happens frequently, here- I use it for general cleaning around the house.)

  in Does anyone have any natural deodorant ideas? Comment by pixx
• nefertiti666, et al. Yep! Body odor is caused by bacteria (not sweating). If you create an environment that bacteria can not breed, you will not smell. Bacteria can not live in alcohol. Vodka is the only one that I know of that does not give off it'…

  in Does anyone have any natural deodorant ideas? Comment by pixx
• I was more or less just curious of the ingredients, kiwiandme, but thanks much for looking into that! I've been using the vodka/vinegar for well over a decade; I doubt I'll change any time soon. Works well! :~)

  in Does anyone have any natural deodorant ideas? Comment by pixx
• Thanks for sharing the bee-simple site, kiwiandme- But I must be overlooking the deodorant- I couldn't find any. (?) Belinda~ Looks like a good one, you have found there! Thanks for sharing the realpurity site. :~)

  in Does anyone have any natural deodorant ideas? Comment by pixx
• Plain white vinegar, *or* plain vodka. I sweat less with the vinegar. I also "second" the coconut oil, heard about it on this site, and tried it recently. Works well, but I did have one day that was problematic- I never have with the other two, so I…

  in Does anyone have any natural deodorant ideas? Comment by pixx
• I was craving bread and ate it and now I feel great. Today, even. I emotionally eat fruit, too. Most days. Now, having said that- I do think that folks who have "issues" with any food, where they are unable to keep from binging on it, probably shoul…

  in Bread, Should I? Comment by pixx
• daniefon- yep, I've met with the same. I don't get it really. They are definitely feeling judged, but by themselves! it's odd. luxdivon~ "IT MAKES ABSOLUTELY NO DIFFERENCE WHAT PEOPLE THINK OF YOU". Oh, wow. Thanks for sharing that! Good one for a '…

  in I'm about to cry Comment by pixx
• I don't think it's bad! Particularly if it does not smell bad! Call Nutiva!! Or email them. They were super nice to me a year ago when I had questions. (800) - 993 - 4367 General Information & Customer Feedback email: help1@nutiva.com

  in Coconut oil gone bad? Comment by pixx
• I'm curious if that's across the board with all types of coconut oil, or if some types have a longer shelf life than others. Ie: some are cold pressed, some are centrifuged, some expeller pressed, some are fermented, etc. Does anyone here know? I di…

  in Coconut oil gone bad? Comment by pixx
• "But I was using those particular bottles in the shower so it was taking me longer to use them than if I was eating them." Bathrooms are typically fairly damp. The moisture/humidity of the room from showers and such could have been part of the probl…

  in Coconut oil gone bad? Comment by pixx
• coconut oil will go liquid, and clear, at over 76 degrees. It's hot here too, I have *no* air-conditioning, and I do *not* keep mine in the fridge. In the summer, it will go completely liquid, and harden up when the weather is cool again. No problem…

  in Coconut oil gone bad? Comment by pixx