As a former sugar junkie – I hate to admit it, but gummy bears still call to me when I’m stressed, and Sour Patch Kids still tempt me now and then when I go to the movies…
Thankfully when these cravings exert themselves and I indulge, I get better quality alternatives without dyes or preservatives at the health food store, BUT they still have sugar in them and sometimes other unnecessary stuff too.
So what is the healthiest possible alternative?
Make your own!
It doesn’t take that long and it’s fun, especially if you’re making them with your kids.
We tested out several recipes from our blogger friends before choosing the one to make for Food as Medicine.
The winning recipe, far and away, was the one from my friend Katie – The Wellness Mama. Of course, I’m not surprised that a woman with six kids would perfect the gummy recipe.
Click here to get the full recipe on her site. So good!
We’d highly consider doubling the batch if you’re gonna get sticky so you can make a full jar of gummies to keep in the fridge.
Hi christa,
First of all I want to say that I didn’t want to write and ask you this publicly on fb but rather in an email but I couldn’t find one directly to you so I am writing to you here on your blog even though its public but maybe you can just delete this comment if its something that’s best to address in a more private matter.
I reached out to you on fb a while back and asked if you do private consultations although I know you ( unfortunately for me) don’t.
But I am at my wits end with a really serious situation regarding my health and i just know for a fact after following you for years now that you are the only one that can help me get through this and survive.
You have a knowledge and a wisdom in how to look at root causes and the bigger picture than no one else i have come across regarding practitioners.
The ones I have reached oou to have just been putting money down the drain and also time and energy.
Many people have experienced this sadly but I can honestly say that for me now its crucial to get the help i need or otherwise i am afraid my time is out and I will have no chance at at least find out if its possible for me to get better.
I know about the gut thrive program and think its one of the most amazing things out there and you truly have done a remarkable work in saving many peoples lives by creating it.
But for me i would need a one on one consult first to get started since I am too sick to start that program and again I know how you work and what kind of healing modalities you use and that is what I need to get started( I of course cannot bring up my whole story here in a comment section;) ) and even if i know the chances are minimal that you will respond in the way I am praying for, I wanted to take a shot and reach out once more and ask if you by any means can make me a ” special case” and take me on even though i know you are super busy and also that it goes against your integrity when it comes to that you have decided to not do private consultations anymore but just use your online programs instead with clients.
But please Christa, please let me be that single one that you decide to make an exception with and help anyway, cause I truly mean what I say that I just know in my heart and soul together with the knowledge and wisdow i know you carry, that it will be the help I desperately need and have needed for a decade now.
I pray and hope for a miracle even though I know the chances are small, but that can’t stop me from trying when I am at my wits end and being so sure and confident in that you are the one that I am looking for and have been for many years.
And thank you so much for all the hard work you’ve done and continue to do, you really are a life saver on this earth and I am glad you found your calling in life. you truly are where you’re suppose to be <3
Blessings
Marie
Good Morning, Marie. We are sorry to hear that you are frustrated with your current health struggles. As you are aware, Christa closed her personal practice and no longer sees clients. Our Gut Thrive in 5 program would be a great place for you to start, but I understand you are seeking one-on-one assistance. In this case we suggest you contact Jeanne Rubin at http://www.eastwesthealing.com. She has been Christa’s personal nutritionist for years and we highly recommend her. She can meet with you over the phone or via Skype.~Stacey, TWJ Customer Support Team Member
ALSO, you would save all that individual packaging!!!
Indeed,Em. Better for the environment!