An interview with pathologists and nutrition scientists about our food system
Although the scientists we interviewed asked to remain anonymous, the ideas and information they shared about our food system urgently need to be heard.
Happiness vs Pleasure: the sad legacy of Hugh Hefner
Happiness versus pleasure. What’s the difference? Knowing the answer could make all the difference to your longterm wellbeing.
Gulf fritillary butterfly: A message from Fred fritillary
We’d like to introduce you to Fred the Gulf fritillary butterfly. He’d like to tell you a little about himself and his friends…
Holy sheet! How to find the perfect set of organic bed sheets.
Trying to find the perfect set of bed sheets or organic bed sheets? Here’s a simple guide to help you make the right decision.
Reducing Food Waste: 1 In 5 Acres Of Land In US Is Growing Garbage
460,000,000 acres of farmland in the US grows garbage, food that we put in the trash. What can you do to help?
Please stop drinking juice and juicing
Should you stop drinking juice? Why or why not? Having a good food philosophy grounded in anthropology/science will keep you from getting duped.
Is it possible to be self-sufficient? No, and that’s ok.
Is it possible to be self-sufficient? If you’re very unlucky, then yes. However, we think there are better goals to aim for than self-sufficiency.
Fermentation: tend your microbial “garden” for better health
What is fermentation? Understanding the connection between your food, gut microbes, and brain can drastically improve your diet and health.
Fungi Tales: Mushrooms, Exxon, and Elon Musk
What do fossil fuels, mushrooms, Exxon, and Elon Musk all have in common? Read this fungi tale to find out…
Move over coffee, matcha is in the house (plus matcha making video!)
What if there was a drink that gave you a better energy boost than coffee without the bad breath? Oh, and it could fight cancer too. Meet matcha…
Can mushrooms boost Vitamin D and beat the winter blues?
Fall or winter blues have you down? You might be low on Vitamin D. Here’s how to boost your mood with food while avoiding vitamin supplements.
A Response to Slate Magazine on GMOs & Biotech
Slate Magazine’s article about GMOs & biotech says there is no difference between organic and conventional agriculture (or food). We respectfully disagree.
Epigenetics: you are what your grandparents ate
Epigenetics: what you eat, drink, smoke, think, and do has a biological impact on your children and grandchildren.
Realizations From Killing and Eating A Duck We Raised Ourselves
Killing and eating a duck we raised ourselves was one of the hardest things we’ve ever done. What did we learn in the process? The answers may surprise you.
A Visit to Windy Hill Orchard & Cidery
We recently went to York, SC to visit Windy Hill Orchard & Cidery, a multi-generational, family-owned apple farm that produces our favorite hard ciders.