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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.

Sourdough Pizza Crust | Pizza Dough No Yeast

May 30, 2025April 23, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
Sourdough pizza crust

We love sourdough at our house. One of my favorite things to do is to use sourdough to make favorite recipes even healthier. This sourdough pizza crust makes a delicious, fluffy and chewy …

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GAPS Stew Recipe for Intro Diet Stage 2

March 14, 2026April 21, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
GAPS stew recipe intro

This GAPS stew recipe is simple and delicious. It is perfect for stage 2 of the GAPS introduction diet.  GAPS stew recipe for stage 2 of GAPS intro Stage 1 of …

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Categories GAPS Diet, GAPS Introduction Diet 7 Comments

Why Add Tallow to Soap: All the Reasons

September 22, 2022April 17, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
Why add tallow to soap

Why add tallow to soap? There are some very good reasons! Let’s take a look at why adding tallow to your soap recipe is a great idea.  Why do I …

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Categories DIY Natural Living, Skincare 25 Comments

Beef Tallow Uses: Everything You Need to Know

May 26, 2026April 14, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
Beef tallow uses

Beef tallow is one of my favorite traditional fats, because it has so many benefits. Tallow is the homesteader’s essential fat. It is amazing for cooking, skincare, household applications, and …

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Categories DIY Natural Living 22 Comments

Berkey Water Filter Review

January 9, 2023April 10, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
Berkey water filter review

In my Berkey water filter review, I’m going to share why we love our Berkey water filter.  What is a Berkey water filter? I’ve you’ve been on my blog before, you …

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Categories DIY Natural Living, Home 4 Comments

How to Start the GAPS Introduction Diet

April 28, 2026April 7, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
GAPS intro diet

I’m excited to share with you my experience on how to start the GAPS introduction diet.  How to Start the GAPS Introduction Diet Even though following the GAPS diet is delicious …

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Categories GAPS Diet, GAPS Introduction Diet 2 Comments

Laundry Stain Remover with Essential Oils

May 31, 2025April 3, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
Essential oil stain spray

Skip the toxic chemicals and remove laundry stains naturally with this essential oil stain remover.  DIY stain remover for clothes These days, our toxic burden is already big… and it’s …

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Dill Dressing | Easy and Healthy

May 30, 2025March 31, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
Dill Dressing

This dill dressing is the perfect topping or dip for salads, chicken, fish, and more! Dill dressing recipe Dressings and dips can turn ordinary meals into delicious, fancy dishes. They …

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Categories Recipes, Sides 7 Comments

DIY Hand Sanitizer with Aloe Vera Gel

May 31, 2025March 27, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
DIY hand sanitizer

This DIY hand sanitizer with aloe vera gel is the perfect natural option for when you don’t have water and soap to wash your hands. DIY hand sanitizer with aloe vera …

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Categories DIY Natural Living, Remedies 4 Comments

Supplements for the GAPS Diet

March 14, 2026March 24, 2020 by Marisa Tolsma
Supplements for the GAPS diet

Food is by far the most important part of the GAPS diet, but there are some supplements that can be helpful. I’m going to share with you some supplements for the GAPS …

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Categories Full GAPS Diet, GAPS Diet, GAPS Introduction Diet 12 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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