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

REAL FOOD KITCHEN TIPS AND TRICKS

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

How to Keep Berries Fresh and Mold Free

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Download My Quick Start Real Food Guide

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.

Favorite Summer Salads

Prosciutto and Melon Salad with Honey Vinaigrette

Harvest Fall Salad In a Jar: A Make-Ahead Mason Jar Salad

Arugula-Peach Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Arugula Salad with Peaches and Lemon Vinaigrette

Easy Homemade Croutons (stove-top or oven)

The Ultimate Green Salad Guide: How to Make A Salad That Doesn’t Taste Like Crap

Homemade Ranch Dressing / Dip (with Probiotic Kefir)

Homemade Coleslaw with Greek Yogurt Dressing

Fresh Dill and Sour Cream Chicken Salad (Meal Prep Option)

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Real Food Breakfast Ideas

Prosciutto and Melon Salad with Honey Vinaigrette

Einkorn Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

How to Make the Best Smoothies

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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

11 Natural Cleaning Product Swaps Anyone Can Make

Best Non-Toxic Cleaning Brands and Products

Easy Homemade Sink and Tub Cleaner

New to Natural Cleaning? Join the Challenge

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

8 Natural Skincare Essentials for Summer

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

Easy DIY Dry Shampoo (For Dark and Light Hair Colors)

Make the Switch to Non-Toxic Skincare

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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