Best of 2025
Constipation, detoxing, beef fat, and oiled belly buttons was the theme for 2025! And I'm here for it! Let's take a look at the most viewed posts for the year. 


I'm thankful that you are here in the community and following along on the journey!


Here are the top ten most popular posts from 2025:


#10: The No Poo Method

My most viral moment as a blogger was when I shared that I went 4 years without using shampoo. That was almost a decade ago and all things no poo are still popular on the blog! I've written dozens of blog posts and recipes on natural haircare and even wrote a book. This no poo method page lands itself in the #10 spot of 2025.


the no poo method


#9: Oil Pulling

If you have never heard of oil pulling, you are about to get really skeptical of me. But just follow along and hang with me for a minute ;-) 

Oil pulling is swishing coconut oil in your mouth for 5-20 minutes and spitting it out. Benefits include oral health, digestion support, and clearer skin. Get all the details here.


how to oil pull with coconut oil


#8: Detox Bath Recipes

Ahhhhh. Bath time! With a few ingredients, you can upgrade your bath to the best immune boosting, muscle calming, deep breathing, glowing skin, and detoxing part of your day. 

Be sure to scroll to the bottom of the post to get 3 detox bath recipes! 


 detox bath recipes with bath salts


#7: Morning detox shot with apple cider vinegar and lemon juice

This is an easy, inexpensive, and gentle detox you can do daily. When I take this daily, I notice increased energy, better breathing, and less bloating. Keep reading to see some variations so you can mix it up how you like it. On days that I oil pull, I oil pull first then take this detox shot.


morning detox shot with apple cider vinegar and lemon juice


#6: 11 Ways to Naturally Relieve Constipation

There are over 4 million people in the United States that are constipated right now and 2.5 million of them will go to doctor this year because of constipation. Thankfully, there are a lot of things you can do at home to naturally relieve constipation quickly at home. Get the tips here.

natural ways to relieve constipation


#5: 4 Steps to Lose Water Weight Fast

Trying to lose those last handful of pounds? Prepping for an event that's coming up soon...like next week?? Do you feel bloated and sluggish??

Well, friend, the problem might be as simple as a little extra water weight. And simple problems often have simple solutions! Rather you call it water weight, water retention, bloating, or even the more technical term, edema, there  are some simple things you can do to drop that water weight quickly. Get the tips here.


how to lose water weight fast


#4: DIY Tallow Lotion

I'm always amazed that in a world filled with countless skincare products, it's natural alternatives that offer the most benefits. One of my favorites is tallow lotion. Tallow is a nutrient-rich skin remedy that's been used for centuries. This natural wonder goes beyond just moisturizing, offering a range of surprising benefits that can improve your skin, reduce inflammation, and heal. Learn how to make tallow lotion here.

diy tallow lotion


#3: Varicose Vein Attacking Body Butter

Yes, there are ways you can support blood flow, circulation, and healthy veins at home to prevent & reduce varicose veins. Here's the recipe.


varicose vein attacking body butter with essential oils


#2: 12 Melt and Pour Soap Recipes

When I first started ditching & switching our home to upgraded products with clean ingredients, not everyone in the house was 100% on board (ahem....my sweet husband ;-) ). Upgrading our soap was an easy way for me to switch out our products & ingredients with no complaints! He actually loves my homemade soaps


12 easy melt and pour soap recipes with no lye


#1: Put Castor Oil in Your Belly Button

For the 2nd year in a row, yall are loving castor oil in your belly button! This was the top viewed post in 2024 and 2025!

Want the secret button for natural health & beauty?? Look no further than your belly button! I've done castor oil packs. I've put castor oil on my hair. I've washed my face with castor oil. And I've used castor oil to thicken my eyelashes. But when I saw videos of people putting castor oil in their button before bed and praising the results, I thought "say what??!!"

So I tried it. I put castor oil in my belly button and now I'm singing the praises! Learn more here.

put castor oil in your belly button


Cheers to a fantastic 2026!

Thanks so much for hanging out with me this year! I'm honored to be able to spend this time with you! As a thank you, I want to send you a free copy of my eBook The Beauty Remix! Click here to get your copy!


The Beauty Remix eBook by Ashlee Mayer of The Crunchy Moose


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