Let's face it, we're scared. We're scared of the word ferment. Why? Why does the modern diet fear fermented foods so much? Why do I fear fermented foods? Why do you? Until 5 months ago, I don't know that I ever ate anything (besides kimchi, and I'm not even sure that was true kimchi & store-bought kombucha) … Continue reading fearful of ferments?
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the tantalizing world of GMOs
What does GMO mean? Genetically Modified Organisms. How are they made? It’s a process of combining DNA from different species to “breed” organisms together that would not naturally do so (via. traditional crossbreeding or by nature). Most GMOs are engineered to withstand herbicides/pesticides. Are they safe? A lot of studies have been done, and those … Continue reading the tantalizing world of GMOs
raw milk?
Ever wonder what those labels "homogenized" and "pasteurized" on your milk carton mean? One of those things that we see all the time, but don't actually know what they mean. we trust that these terms are "safe" because it is mainstream. The FDA tells us it is not safe to drink unpasteurized products because they … Continue reading raw milk?
greek yogurt.
Sales for Greek yogurt (GY) have skyrocketed in the past 5 years. It's all the rage. I first heard about GY from my dad...he was going on and on about when he was in Greece the yogurt there was amazing...put a little honey in it..and wazam-better than ice cream! I was disgusted...honey in yogurt...that sounds DI-SGUSTING! Sadly, … Continue reading greek yogurt.
Elizabeth Horn 