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Investigation of the culinary practices of Ancestral Societies from around the world reveals that nearly all of them utilized various types of fermented foods and drinks to assist digestion, maintain a healthy balance of gut bacteria and keep immunity strong. Of course, these cultures did not understand the science behind the benefits of fermented foods;… Continue Reading »

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Do continue reading. This is a fascinating topic and one that is essential for our health and wellbeing.

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Homemade ginger ale is one of the easiest drinks to whip up yourself and it’s good for you too with a dose of probiotics to boot!

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Not only is homemade ginger ale full bodied and healthful, it is medicinal. It settles the stomach and aids the digestion. I love it.

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Making real, liquid, nutrient rich, unadulterated whey in your own kitchen is a must for any traditional cook to learn.

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Whey seems to be an ingredient in most of the natural soda drinks. It helps to speed up the process for soda fermentation.

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Start adding a probiotic element to your beverages with this recipe for fermented lemonade, one of the easiest to get started with.

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Can you imagine having drinks like lemonade, ginger ale and root beer being healthful and nutrient rich? Well, it is so. Find out more here.

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A shopping list of vetted food and household items and brands that are free of GMOs and dangerous chemicals and additives.

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This is a great resource list for eating well and living green.

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See how perfectly gelled stock looks. – See more at: http://www.thehealthyhomeeconomist.com/video-stock-that-gels/#sthash.5acqc14D.dpuf

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I cannot explain the benefits of gelled stock better than the author. Her words,"Getting your homemade bone broth, or stock as it is commonly known, to gel is extremely important as it is a clear indicator that you have produced a quality product that will impart all the many health benefits bone broth is known for including pain-free joints, smooth digestion, and beautiful, firm skin." 

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When it comes to thickening gravy, most people are missing the, uh, boat entirely! Cornstarch is the most common gravy thickener, but this is a terrible choice as it is most likely made from unlabeled genetically modified corn unless you make the effort to buy organic.  GM corn has been linked to organ failure and… Continue Reading »

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Who says GMO in our food are good for us? Not me and not the healthy HOME ECONOMIST.

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“One of the most important tasks I tackle each holiday comes after the meal has been eaten, the guests have gone home, and the dishes washed and put away. – See more at: http://www.thehealthyhomeeconomist.com/videos/stock-broth-and-soups/#sthash.n5DVUrjS.dpuf”.

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I made my first chicken broth stock the ultimate traditional way, with chicken feet. It took a bit of getting used to looking at. But once I saw that magnificent gelatin and ate that medicinal soup, I was in heaven.

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Great Infographics for any cook or anyone interested in knowing more about food preparation.

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