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Marisa Tolsma

Written by Marisa Tolsma, Certified GAPS Coach (CGC), trained by Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride. Founder of Bumblebee Apothecary, mom of 5, and practicing ancestral nutrition since 2011. Marisa healed herself from cystic acne, chronic fatigue, and frequent headaches through the GAPS diet and now coaches naturally minded people through the same journey.

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

March 14, 2026July 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

March 14, 2026July 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 20 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?

March 14, 2026July 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

May 14, 2026June 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 12 Comments

DIY Face Moisturizer: Tallow Face Cream

May 26, 2026June 23, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
DIY face moisturizer

This DIY face moisturizer is the purest and most natural skincare product ever. It is a nutrient rich whipped tallow face cream that delivers the ultimate hydrating, soothing, and anti aging …

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Categories DIY Natural Living, Skincare 74 Comments

GAPS Diet Juicing: The Complete Guide

March 14, 2026June 16, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
GAPS diet juicing

Juicing is an important part of following the GAPS diet. I have used it as a gentle and very effective way to detox. I’m going to share everything you need …

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Categories Full GAPS Diet, GAPS Diet, GAPS Introduction Diet 9 Comments

Tallow Lotion Recipe: Light, Non Greasy

May 26, 2026June 9, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
Tallow lotion

This tallow lotion recipe makes a light, non greasy lotion that is so much fun to use. You can even use it in a pump bottle.  Tallow lotion For me, tallow …

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Categories DIY Natural Living, Skincare 60 Comments
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Marisa Tolsma Bumblebee Farmhouse Kitchen

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

Welcome! I’m Marisa, a Certified GAPS Coach and mom of 5.
I share real-life recipes, family-friendly meal routines, and practical tips to support gut wellness using simple, nutrient-dense foods rooted in ancestral traditions.
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