Life with a dash of ADHD for good measure

Hi, I’m Karen

A non medicinal alternative for surviving hay fever & allergy season

I struggle with mild allergies. and I also struggle with hay fever, and seasonal allergies. I don't like taking standard antihistamines or anti-allergy medication, and if I can avoid them, I will, but often, when the pollen count is high, my nose is streaming, my eyes...

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Crispy kale chips and an easy kale salad

Crispy kale chips and an easy kale salad

I love kale. I am not a big fan of salads and leafy veg, generally but kale I do like and enjoy. Kale’s one of those veggies that actually lives up to the hype. It’s crammed with vitamins and minerals your body loves – loads of vitamin K for healthy blood and bones, ...
Quick and easy birdseed feeder cakes for your garden birds

Quick and easy birdseed feeder cakes for your garden birds

We make these birdseed feeder cakes regularly, because we love to feed and watch the birds in our garden, and making bird seed feeders is an easy activity anyone of any age can do. This post may contain affiliate links. These will be marked with * for your reference and I ...
Supplements that may help ease Menopause symptoms

Supplements that may help ease Menopause symptoms

Menopause brings a host of changes that can feel overwhelming, and menopause symptoms from hot flushes to mood swings, brain fog and bone health concerns. While there’s no one-size-fits-all cure, certain supplements can help ease symptoms and support well-being during this ...
Spicy roasted chickpeas

Spicy roasted chickpeas

Chickpeas are like tiny powerhouses of goodness crammed into a little bean. They're not just for hummus anymore. These legumes are pretty much rock stars in the world of healthy eating. *This post may contain affiliate links that if you click through and make a purchase ...
Dealing with Arachnophobia – How I tackled my fear of spiders

Dealing with Arachnophobia – How I tackled my fear of spiders

Arachnophobia is very common, and spiders are hated by many. Getting over a fear of spiders is possible though. I did it. I was terrified of spiders, big ones, small ones, hairy ones, I did not like them. I would freak out if I knew one was in a room, and the thought of ...
Caffeine and ADHD

Caffeine and ADHD

I have inattentive ADHD. In 2021 I was diagnosed, and since then we have managed and viewed life understanding more about why I am the way I am. I am currently not medicated. With the agreement of my medical practitioner I self manage most symptoms and ADHD issues. Part of ...
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