Hi! I'm Kristin. I help families simplify real food and natural living.

Because nourishing yourself and your family shouldn't be complicated. My Story

3 ways Live Simply can help you live a nourished lifestyle…

Ditch processed food for healthy, real food in a family-friendly, time-saving, budget-friendly way. Make food swaps, enjoy easy and delicious meals, and stock your kitchen with real food.

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Transform the way you clean with healthy cleaning swaps, product and ingredient tips, natural cleaning hacks, and DIY cleaning recipes.

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Create a natural, nourishing skincare routine (on any budget) and learn how to find (and make) the best non-toxic products for your face, hair, and body.

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Real Food 101

QUICK START TO A REAL FOOD LIFESTYLE

My Real Food Crash Course and step-by-step real food action plan give you the tools you need to nourish yourself and your family.

HEALTHY & EASY SCHOOL LUNCH

Homemade Pizza Lunchable Alternative

9 Food Swap Ideas for a Healthy School Lunch

6 School Lunch Food Prep Ideas

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BUILD A HEALTHY LUNCHBOX CHEAT SHEET

Take the guess work out of lunch with my go-to lunch building cheat sheet. Nutrient-dense, quick and easy, real-food options that are kid and adult approved!

REAL FOOD KITCHEN TIPS AND TRICKS

How to Freeze Fresh Strawberries and Blueberries

Produce Hacks Make Fresh Food Last Longer

6 Produce Hacks to Make Fresh Food Last Longer

How to Store Green Onions and Keep Them Fresh for Weeks

how to store lettuce, kale, and other leafy greens

How to Store Lettuce, Kale, and Leafy Greens for Weeks

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Real Food Breakfast Ideas

Best and Easiest Way to Cook Sunny side Up Eggs

How to Cook Sunny Side Up Eggs Without Sticking

Prosciutto and Melon Salad with Honey Vinaigrette

Einkorn Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

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Real Food Dinner Ideas

Sheet Pan Salmon with Brussels and Butternut Squash

Sheet Pan Salmon with Brussels Sprouts and Butternut Squash

Homemade Einkorn Chicken and Dumpling Soup

Baked Chicken Parmesan with Fresh Tomatoes

Easy Baked Chicken Parmesan with Roasted Tomatoes

Natural Cleaning Faves

The 8 Best Homemade Cleaners For The Kitchen

11 Natural Cleaning Product Swaps Anyone Can Make

Best Non-Toxic Cleaning Brands and Products

NATURAL CLEANING SIMPLIFIED

Learn my simplified approach to natural cleaning: which cleaning products to avoid, 3 essential DIY cleaners, and how to set up a natural and budget-friendly cleaning caddy.

Natural Skincare and Body Faves

Best Non-Toxic Face Cleansers and Face Wash

8 Natural Skincare Essentials for Summer

Use Honey to Wash Your Face? Here’s Why and How

NON-TOXIC SKINCARE MADE EASY

Download my natural skincare guide and create a simple non-toxic skincare routine, plus DIY recipes and the best product swaps for all your body care needs (even the tricky ones like shampoo and deodorant).

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New to Live Simply? Welcome!

Live Simply started in 2013 as a way to share my family’s journey to live a healthier lifestyle. Today, Live Simply is an online community of like-minded people from all over the globe. At Live Simply, you’ll find simple real-food recipes and practical tips for living a nourished life.

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