Jan 19, 2019 | Children, Farming, food literacy, Uncategorized
This Post has an accompanying podcast episode–find out more by listening to my Food Smarts Podcast Episode 18. When I was a kid, I loved a lesser-known Dr. Seuss book called On Beyond Zebra. The book is about the 20 letters BEYOND Z for those willing to look. ...
Oct 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
Eat more vegetables. Make this your first and top priority if you want to eat and feel better. The absolute first recommendation I make for everyone is to eat more vegetables. even though we all grew up hearing we need 5 servings a day, according to the CDC, only 1 in...
Sep 14, 2018 | Motivation, Services, Uncategorized
Lately, I’ve been talking and thinking about harms reduction. My great friend, V Capaldi (aka Paleo BOSS Lady) stayed at my farm recently and we were able to compare notes on the work we do and what is most helpful to people. Harms reduction is a centerpiece of what...
Feb 10, 2018 | Fats, Nutrition Science, Protein, Uncategorized
I would argue that knowing what your meat eats is the most important investigation you can make into your food quality. It will also have the greatest impact on your health. It all comes down to a simple equation: Input = Output The FACT that Input = Output is the...
Feb 6, 2018 | Autoimmunity, Uncategorized
Celiac Disease is a serious autoimmune disorder in which the gluten protein triggers damage to the lining of the small intestine. Gluten is the generic name for proteins in some grains. The exact reactive proteins in each of the gluten-containing grains are slightly...
Jan 1, 2018 | Uncategorized, What to Buy
Bonus Content: Listen to Episode 10 of the Food Smarts podcast to hear Kirsten and Amie discuss the items listed below. Subscribe in Stitcher and iTunes so you don’t miss a show. A NUTRIVORE seeks nutrients and eats to love and care for themselves and their...