The Truth about Trans Fat in Cod Liver Oil
When I first began implementing the principles of traditional diets in my home nearly 15 years ago, it was not something that was on very many …
Healthy Fats
Hook, Line, and THINKER: Adding (Much Needed) Context to Kaayla Daniels’ Report on Fermented Cod Liver Oil
A few weeks ago I was lucky enough to have a friend direct me to the saucy scandal surrounding Green Pasture’s fermented cod liver oil. Curious to see …
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Like You’ve Never Seen (or Tasted) Before
Have you ever wondered what the food factories of the future will look like? It seems clear at least to me that the food processing methods of today …
Response to Dr. Daniel’s Report on Fermented Cod Liver Oil
After an initial review of Kaayla Daniel Ph.D.’s report on Green Pasture Products, I felt it necessary to state my current position as a …
5 Ways to Avoid (Cancer Causing) Acrylamide in Home Cooking
The realization that plenty of traditional fats in the diet is not dangerous and is, in fact, incredibly necessary for vibrant health can sometimes …
Cheese Making at Home: Common Problems and Solutions
The artisanal craft of cheese making in the home environment has gathered a significant amount of momentum in recent years. This trend is due in part …
Is Rice Bran Oil a Healthy Fat?
Rice bran oil has suddenly been thrust into the foodie spotlight with the recent announcement by Chipotle founder, Steve Ells, that the restaurant …
Jack Nicklaus (Not So) Premium Ice Cream
I was excited to hear recently that golf legend Jack Nicklaus was coming out with a premium line of ice cream. As a lifelong golfer who was inspired …
Duck Eggs: Less Allergenic and More Nutritious
We live on a quiet and peaceful recreational lake that is home to a variety of wildlife including several species of duck. While our family adores the …
MCT Oil (Liquid Coconut Oil): The Coconut Oil Dregs
Liquid coconut oil also labeled MCT oil, is not a legitimate healthy fat and why these expensive, highly processed lipids that occur nowhere in nature …
The High Risks of Low Cholesterol
One of the most misguided things a doctor has ever said to me occurred during a routine physical when I was in my twenties. My blood test had come …
Traditional and Unusual Uses for Olive Oil
It is very difficult, if not impossible, to get a diverse group of people to agree on just about anything. This is especially true in the field of …