Empowering Self-Reliance and Sustainable Living & Microbiomes
Empowering Self-Reliance and Sustainable Living & Microbiomes
We have all heard of taking turmeric (curcumin) with black pepper (piperine) to enhance the bioavailability and absorption of curcumin. Piperine, the bioactive compound found in black pepper, has been shown to significantly increase the absorption of curcumin by inhibiting metabolic enzymes that break it down and increasing intestinal permeability. …
Not all medicine grows in our garden. I deeply believe in using what we cultivate and forage here in Ecuador, but some plants are so profoundly restorative to the body’s inner terrain that they are worth bringing in. Slippery elm is one of them. This is not a tropical tree. …
We’re quick to toss what we don’t understand. The skins. The peels. The bitter parts. But sometimes what we discard is exactly what we need to heal. Pomegranate is a perfect example. Most people enjoy the juicy seeds, maybe even the juice, and toss the husk into the compost without …
Stinging nettle, wild nettle, Urtica dioica: whatever you call her, she has a way of making a first impression you won’t forget. Most of us meet nettle the hard way. A bare arm brushes past a patch of green along a trail or fence line, and suddenly your skin is …
Ketchup (tomato ketchup) and mustard (along with mayonnaise) are more than just everyday condiments; they carry a rich history and have become essential staples in kitchens worldwide. These sauces have evolved through centuries, bridging culinary traditions and inviting creativity with every use. For a chef, resorting to store-bought versions of …
Our gut microbiota is a diverse and dynamic community of bacteria that co-exist in a delicate balance, constantly interacting and competing with each other. This unique collection of microorganisms, much like a fingerprint, varies from person to person and consists of hundreds of different bacterial strains. Among these, Lactobacilli and …
Fire Cider is written about in my “The Art Of Fermentation eBook” that is part of the Human Microbiome & Kitchen Alchemy Course Fire Cider has been in my kitchen apothecary for a very long time, but making it today at the Living Ground Project feels quite different from making …
I studied Dr. Ann Wigmore’s work many years ago and have always been fascinated by her contributions to the world of fermented foods. One such creation is Rejuvelac, a probiotic-rich drink made by fermenting sprouted grains in water. Popularized in the 1960s by Dr. Ann, the founder of the Hippocrates …
Your hunger and passion to eat illustrate the body’s need for daily nourishment. However, the food we consume cannot be directly utilized by our internal systems. It must undergo a series of transformations to make vitamins, minerals, proteins, fats, and carbohydrates available to the body through complex biochemical reactions. These …
1. Sprout Salad Ingredients: Instructions: 2. Sprouted Chickpea Hummus Ingredients: Instructions: 3. Sprouted Lentil Soup Ingredients: Instructions: 4. Sprouted Grain Bread Ingredients: Instructions: 5. Sprouted Bean Stir-Fry Ingredients: Instructions: