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Hello, and welcome to Our Heritage of Health! My name is Lori Elliott, and I'm so glad you stopped by!
At Our Heritage of Health, my goal is to keep things as simple and stress-free as possible, and I focus on a balanced approach to healthy, old-fashioned living including real food, gardening, homesteading, herbs, chickens, and more.
Take a step back with me in time to a simpler era of old-fashioned, natural living!
Recent Posts
- Things to Consider Before Getting Backyard Chickens
If you're thinking about getting chickens then it's a good idea to do some research beforehand and to be aware of what it's really like … - The Best Heirloom Vegetable Varieties for a Backyard Garden
I'm a big fan of growing heirlooms in my vegetable garden, and the vast majority of the vegetables that I grow are heirloom varieties and … - Eggless Buttermilk Gingerbread Recipe from 1871
As I was looking through an old 19th century cookbook I came across a recipe for a soft gingerbread cake that didn't call for any … - Does Having Backyard Chickens Actually Save You Money on Eggs?
When it comes to having backyard chickens, one of the questions that often comes to mind is whether or not you can actually save money … - How to Save Your Own Seed Potatoes for Next Year
Potatoes are a really fun vegetable to add to a backyard garden because it feels a bit like a treasure hunt digging them up, and … - Ways to Homestead in the Suburbs
A lot of people associate homesteading with having a large property with acres of land, a huge garden, and several different livestock animals. And there … - Easy and Cheap DIY Cover to Protect Lettuce from Pests
For some people, simply putting a fence around their garden is enough to protect their lettuce from being eaten by pests like insects and animals. … - Using Leaves As Mulch for Your Garden
This year I decided to try something different with my garden that I haven't really tried before: using leaves as mulch in my garden. In … - Over 50 Easy Ground Beef Supper Recipes
For busy nights when there isn't much time to get supper ready and on the table, quick and easy meals are essential. I've found that …
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