💧 How to Make Magnesium Water at Home (Easy & Inexpensive Recipe)

Making your own magnesium water is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to add more magnesium to your daily routine.

I will have a blog post on HealthByElle.com explaining why magnesium is so essential, but the short version is this: every single cell in your body depends on magnesium to function properly.

Store-bought magnesium water can be surprisingly expensive, but making your own costs just pennies per bottle.

Many people also find that magnesium water is gentle on the digestive system and an easy way to get the magnesium their body needs.

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🌿 What You'll Need 

• 🥤 1-liter bottle of plain club soda or seltzer water

• 🥄 1 teaspoon plain, unflavored magnesium hydroxide

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🥣 How to Make Magnesium Water 

Making magnesium water is very simple, but you'll want to work quickly.

Step 1

🥤 Open the bottle of club soda or seltzer water (note: the finished water is NOT fizzy and tastes like plain water) and let it sit for just a few seconds to release a little of the carbonation.

Step 2

🥄 Quickly pour 1 teaspoon of magnesium hydroxide into the bottle and immediately screw the cap back on tightly.

Step 3

✨ If you don't get the entire teaspoon into the bottle at once, don't worry!

Wait until the fizzing settles down, then carefully loosen the cap, add the remaining magnesium hydroxide, and quickly tighten the cap again.

Step 4

🔒 Once all of the magnesium hydroxide has been added, keep the bottle sealed for the remaining steps.

Step 5

🔄 Turn the bottle upside down and gently shake it.

Step 6

⏳ Turn the bottle upright and let it sit on the counter for 30 minutes.

Step 7

🔄 Repeat the process of gently shaking the bottle and letting it sit for another 30 minutes.

Repeat this cycle three times total.

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✅ How Do You Know It's Ready? 

When the reaction is complete, you'll notice:

• ✔️ A solid layer of white sediment on the bottom of the bottle.

• ✔️ The sides of the bottle may appear slightly sucked inward from the pressure change.

Your homemade magnesium water is now ready to use!

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⚠️ Start Slowly 

Magnesium can have a laxative effect, especially if you're new to taking it.

💙 Start with a small amount and gradually increase it as your body adjusts.

Everyone responds differently, so it's best to begin slowly and see how your body responds.

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🌟 Why Make Your Own Magnesium Water? 

Making magnesium water at home is:

• 💰 Much less expensive than buying it.

• ⚡ An easy way to increase your magnesium intake.

• 🏡 Simple to make with just two ingredients.

• 💙 A convenient addition to your daily wellness routine.

If you're looking for an affordable way to support your body's magnesium levels, homemade magnesium water is hard to beat!

Once you understand just how important magnesium is, making your own magnesium water becomes an easy and inexpensive way to help support your overall health.

Creamy Chicken Noodle Casserole

Creamy Chicken Noodle Casserole

This hearty chicken casserole makes a big batch, making it perfect for feeding a crowd. It's one of those comforting meals everyone loves, and the leftovers freeze beautifully for an easy dinner another day.

Ingredients

• 1 medium yellow onion, diced

• 4 oz mushrooms, chopped

• 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup

• 1 cup sour cream

• 1¼ cups half-and-half

• Pinch of kosher salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  

• 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken

• 1 cup frozen peas

• 12 oz egg noodles, cooked

• ½ cup shredded Colby cheese, plus extra for topping

• ⅔ cup shredded mozzarella cheese, plus extra for topping

• ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese, plus extra for topping

• 4 oz French's Crispy Fried Onions, divided

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. If you're making this for a potluck, a large disposable aluminum casserole pan works great.

2. Prepare the chicken: You can use shredded rotisserie chicken, but I usually cook 2 pounds of chicken breasts in the Instant Pot. Season with salt, pepper, and Montreal Chicken Seasoning, then cook on High Pressure for 12 minutes. Quick release the pressure, then pulse the cooked chicken breasts in a food processor 3–5 times until shredded. Transfer the shredded chicken to a large mixing bowl.

3. Cook the egg noodles in boiling water for 7 minutes, or until al dente. Drain well.

4. In a skillet over medium heat, add a little olive oil and butter. Cook the diced onion and chopped mushrooms, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden, about 5 minutes.

5. Add the cooked onion and mushrooms to the bowl with the shredded chicken. Stir in the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, half-and-half, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, frozen peas, 2 ounces of the French's Crispy Fried Onions, most of the shredded cheeses (reserve a few tablespoons of each for the topping), and the cooked egg noodles. Gently stir until everything is well combined.

6. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle the reserved cheeses over the top.

7. Lightly spray one side of a sheet of aluminum foil with nonstick cooking spray and cover the casserole, placing the sprayed side down to prevent the cheese from sticking.

8. At this point, you can refrigerate the casserole and bake it the next day, or continue with baking.

9. Bake for 40 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Remove the foil, sprinkle the remaining 2 ounces of French's Crispy Fried Onions over the top, and continue baking for 5–10 minutes, until the onions are golden and crispy.

10. Let the casserole rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Mom's Oh Henry Bars

Some of my favorite childhood memories revolve around walking through the door after school and being greeted by the smell of something homemade. I grew up in a time when that was simply part of everyday life. Mom always seemed to have a fresh treat waiting for us, and it made home feel especially warm and welcoming.

These Oh Henry Bars were one of my absolute favorites. Back then, I had no idea how incredibly simple they were to make. I only knew that I couldn't wait to grab a square before my siblings did! They have the perfect combination of creamy peanut butter, crunchy cereal, and chocolate chips, making them rich without being overly sweet.

The best part is that there's no baking involved. Just a few pantry staples, one saucepan, and a little stirring. They're every bit as delicious today as they were all those years ago.

Mom's Oh Henry Bars

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: About 1 hour
Yield: 16–20 bars

Ingredients

• ½ cup corn syrup
  
• ½ cup brown sugar
• Dash of salt
• 2 cups peanut butter
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• 2 cups Rice Krispies
• 1 cup Corn Flakes
• 1 cup chocolate chips

Directions

1. Combine the corn syrup, brown sugar, and salt in a saucepan and bring to a full boil.
2. Stir in the peanut butter and vanilla until well combined.
3. Combine the Rice Krispies, Corn Flakes, and chocolate chips in a large bowl.
4. Pour the peanut butter mixture over the cereal mixture.
5. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
6. 
   Press into a 9×9-inch pan.
7. Refrigerate until firm before cutting into bars.

A Little Tip

These bars are wonderful straight from the refrigerator, where they stay firm and
chewy. They also keep well for several days, making them perfect for lunchboxes, family gatherings, or whenever you're craving a nostalgic homemade treat.

Sometimes the simplest recipes become the ones we treasure most, and for me, these Oh Henry Bars will always bring back memories of coming home from school to a kitchen filled with love. ❤️

Sunday Chat: Answered Prayers - Q2 2026

Be completely humble and gentle; be patient,

bearing with one another in love.

Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit

through the bond of peace. 

Ephesians 4:2-3

There are those who speak rashly, like the piercing of a sword,
but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
Proverbs 12:18

Pray without ceasing
1 Thessalonians 5:17

Give thanks in all circumstances; 

for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

1 Thessalonians 5:18

Decadent Chocolate Caramel Toffee Poke Cake

Decadent Chocolate Caramel Toffee Poke Cake

This easy yet decadent cake is one of my favorite desserts to bring to potlucks. It's always a crowd-pleaser, and everyone asks for the recipe!

To make serving day even easier, I usually bake the cake the day before. After it comes out of the oven, let it cool slightly before poking the holes. You will find recipes that say to put the caramel sauce on right away but, I find that it gets too soggy. Don't put it on until the cake is completely cooled. I let it sit in the fridge overnight. The day of serving, I pour the carmel sauce over top add the toffee bits and add the whipped topping, toffee bits, and drizzle for a beautiful finishing touch.

This cake is rich enough that a small piece is usually plenty—but it's so delicious, you'll probably find yourself coming back for another bite!

Ingredients

• 1 (15.25 ounce) package chocolate cake mix (mix and bake according to package directions)

• 6 ounce can sweetened condensed milk

• 6 ounces caramel sauce

• 1 bag toffee bits

• 1 (8 ounce) container frozen Cool Whip topping, thawed

• Caramel or chocolate sauce (or both!) for drizzling

Instructions

1. Mix and bake the cake according to the package directions.

2. Allow the cake to cool slightly, then poke holes all over the top using a chopstick or fork. Refrigerate overnight

3. Combine the sweetened condensed milk and caramel sauce. Pour evenly over the cake, allowing the mixture to soak into the holes.

4. Sprinkle half of the toffee bits over the cake.

5. Frost with the thawed whipped topping.

6. Top with the remaining toffee bits and drizzle with caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, or both.

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