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 share my review of the different types of fermentation lids here. Sometimes you want to ferment larger amounts or ferment larger vegetables. Making a big batch of sauerkraut, for example, is very efficient. You'll have enough to last for months! … [Read more...] about Fermentation Crock Comparison
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Fermentation Lids: A Complete 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 You've discovered the benefits of homemade fermented foods, like sauerkraut. Now you want to make your own! But where to start with fermentation equipment? There are fermenting jars and fermentation lids galore. The choices can be a little overwhelming. … [Read more...] about Fermentation Lids: A Complete Review
Sauerkraut Benefits: A Probiotic Superfood
Raw fermented sauerkraut is delicious, and good for you! 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 most. Other fermented foods we really like are dill pickles, pickled beets, and cultured dairy. I love how homemade fermented foods contain more beneficial bacteria than probiotic supplements (source). They're better at surviving the digestive system, and they … [Read more...] about Sauerkraut Benefits: A Probiotic Superfood
Fermented Pickles: Crisp Probiotic Pickles
This fermented pickles recipe makes probiotic dill pickles that stay crisp and delicious. How to make crisp probiotic fermented pickles Are fermented pickles good for you? Homemade fermented foods, like sauerkraut, yogurt, and kefir, and pickles are so powerful. They have great health benefits, and often contain far more beneficial bacteria than probiotic supplements (source)! … [Read more...] about Fermented Pickles: Crisp Probiotic Pickles
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 Enjoying lots of probiotic foods is important, whether you're following a Nourishing Traditions diet or the GAPS diet. This sweet zucchini relish with honey is so delicious, you'll forget how good it is for you! It's lacto fermented, which means it contains an abundant array of healthy, probiotic bacteria. … [Read more...] about Zucchini Relish Recipe Lacto Fermented
Dysbiosis: What is it?
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 about it when I experienced it. What is dysbiosis? Our bodies are full of microbes, both inside of us and on us. These microbes are necessary, and do lots of important things. Without them, we couldn't live! But, imbalances can develop (source). The name for an imbalance in our body's flora is dysbiosis. … [Read more...] about Dysbiosis: What is it?
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 and get the ultimate nutrient dense beauty treatment for your tresses. Tallow for hair Grass fed beef tallow is one of my favorite things. I love how nutrient dense it is, and how many different things you can use it for! From kitchen to body to homestead, tallow has you covered with many beef tallow … [Read more...] about Tallow for Hair
DIY Face Moisturizer Tallow Face Cream
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 benefits. Tallow face and body cream When it comes to pure and natural skincare products, 100% grass fed tallow takes the cake. You can't get more pure, biocompatible with our skin, or natural than tallow. This DIY face moisturizer brings all of that primal goodness in the form of a tallow … [Read more...] about DIY Face Moisturizer Tallow Face Cream
GAPS Diet Juicing: The Complete Guide
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 to know about doing GAPS diet juicing. This post contains affiliate links, which means I make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Get my full disclosure here. GAPS diet juicing The GAPS diet is a big part of our family's journey to health. Read all about how the GAPS diet changed our lives here. GAPS … [Read more...] about GAPS Diet Juicing: The Complete Guide
Tallow Lotion Recipe | Light, Non Greasy
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 balm will always be the clear winner when it comes to tallow skincare products. You just can't beat how pure it is, and how well it works for any skincare need (source). Learn more here where I share what makes tallow so amazing for skin in the ultimate guide to tallow skin care. I also show how to make tallow balm here. … [Read more...] about Tallow Lotion Recipe | Light, Non Greasy