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Marisa Tolsma

Marisa Tolsma is a certified GAPS™ coach, as well as a wife and mom of 4. Overcoming chronic health issues with diet changed her life. Her mission is to help busy people make natural living doable and fun.

What to Eat with Sauerkraut: 38 Ideas

September 22, 2022September 1, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
What to eat with sauerkraut

You’ve set a goal to eat fermented foods with every meal. Here are 38 ideas for what to eat with sauerkraut.  What to eat with sauerkraut Eating fermented foods with …

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Categories Ferments, Recipes 4 Comments

Fermented Beets Recipe

May 30, 2025August 25, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
Fermented beets recipe

With this fermented beets recipe, you get the best of both worlds: delicious pickled beets flavor with probiotic benefits.  Fermented beets recipe Fermented beets are one of our favorite probiotic …

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Categories Ferments, Full GAPS Diet, GAPS Diet, GAPS Introduction Diet, Recipes 5 Comments

How to Make Sauerkraut Recipe in a Crock

June 18, 2025August 18, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
Sauerkraut recipe crock

Are you ready to make the best sauerkraut you’ve ever tasted? Once you try it you’ll see why I love to make my sauerkraut recipe in a crock.  Sauerkraut recipe …

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Categories Ferments, Recipes 10 Comments

Fermentation Crock Comparison

May 30, 2025August 11, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
Fermentation crock comparison

Are you wanting to ferment in larger quantities? Here is my comparison and review of the different types of fermentation crock. Choosing a fermentation crock Fermenting in jars is great. I …

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Fermentation Lids: A Complete Review

May 30, 2025August 4, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
Fermentation lids review

Thinking about getting some fermentation lids? There are a lot of choices! Here is my comparison and review of the different styles of fermentation lids out there. Fermentation lids review …

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Sauerkraut Benefits: A Probiotic Superfood

September 22, 2022July 28, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
Sauerkraut benefits

Raw fermented sauerkraut is delicious, and good for us! Let’s talk sauerkraut benefits.  Sauerkraut Benefits We’ve been enjoying sauerkraut benefits for a long time. It’s probably the fermented food we eat the …

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Categories DIY Natural Living, Remedies 2 Comments

Fermented Pickles: Crisp Probiotic Pickles

May 30, 2025July 21, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
Fermented pickles

This fermented pickles recipe makes probiotic dill pickles that stay crisp and delicious. Fermented pickles There are just some times of the year when you need a delicious pickle! Whether …

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Categories Ferments, Recipes, Sides 19 Comments

Zucchini Relish Recipe Lacto Fermented

May 30, 2025July 14, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
Zucchini relish recipe lacto fermented

This zucchini relish recipe is a delicious probiotic topping or mix in for your favorite foods. It’s also a great way to use up extra zucchini.  The best Zucchini relish recipe …

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Categories Ferments, Recipes, Sides 2 Comments

Dysbiosis: What is it?

September 22, 2022July 7, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
What I did for gut dysbiosis

You’ve probably heard the term dysbiosis, and you might be wondering what exactly it means. Today I’m going to share what I’ve learned about gut dysbiosis, and what I did …

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Tallow for Hair

June 20, 2025June 30, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
Tallow for hair

Grass fed tallow is becoming more popular for skincare. Did you know that tallow also has amazing benefits for hair? Let’s look at all the ways you can use tallow for hair …

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Categories DIY Natural Living, Skincare 11 Comments
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Marisa Tolsma Bumblebee Farmhouse Kitchen

🌻 Mom of 5 + gut wellness coach
🥣 I help busy moms turn food into wellness

Welcome to Bumblebee Apothecary — a cozy corner of the internet where nutrient dense meals and wellness come together in the heart of the home: the kitchen. I’m Marisa, and I’m here to help you find peace in the kitchen, cook from scratch, and reconnect with traditional skills that nourish the body and bring wellness. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or confused about where to start with real food for wellness, you’re not alone. I’m here to guide you with simple, doable steps that make gut wellness through ancestral food practical for everyday family life.
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