Empowering Self-Reliance and Sustainable Living & Microbiomes
Empowering Self-Reliance and Sustainable Living & Microbiomes
Articles about transforming fresh ingredients into nourishing foods through cooking, fermenting, drying, sprouting, preserving and traditional kitchen techniques. The kitchen becomes another place where plants, microbes, food and human health meet.
Our gut is more than just a digestive organ; it’s a complex ecosystem that plays a crucial role in our overall health, particularly our immune system. At the heart of this system is the Gut-Associated Lymphoid Tissue, or GALT. What is GALT? GALT is a component of the body’s immune …
Banana vinegar has emerged as a fascinating and easily accessible subject in the world of natural health, particularly due to its potential ability to break down chitin. This tropical elixir, which can be made at home with just ripe bananas, water, and a bit of patience, offers a unique combination …
From the moment I first stepped into a forest as a child, I knew I was destined for a life intertwined with nature’s mysteries. My parents often joked that I was more plant than human, as I spent countless hours exploring the woods, collecting leaves, and observing the intricate dance …
Are there “good” and “bad” fats? And how much fat, exactly, should a health-conscious person strive to eat? In this article, we’ll talk all about fats, including the effects of certain fats on your health, plus how fats work in your body. What is fat? Fat, an essential macronutrient, plays …
(except from the “Human Microbiome & Kitchen Alchemy” book) When we create our fermented veggies, we become GABA producers, crafting an incredible compound right in our kitchens. These nutritional powerhouses are finally gaining the recognition they deserve for their role in health promotion and disease prevention. GABA, or Gamma-aminobutyric acid—which, …
In an era of rising energy costs and growing interest in sustainable living, many are turning to traditional food preservation methods. Dehydration, one of the oldest techniques for extending the life of food, is experiencing a resurgence among homesteaders, off-grid enthusiasts, and those seeking to reduce their carbon footprint. While …
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. …
At Living Ground we are always researching and creating products to help the micriobiome (that includes for the soil and the human). Introducing a new product that combines the power of bovine colostrum, yogurt, probiotic supplements, and vitamin C to boost your immune system and promote overall health. GcMAF is …
We are harvesting the peppers…lotsa peppers! We have too many peppers! So, we create lasting value with Green Powder. Green Bell Pepper Powder is also known as (Capsicum annuum) and of the Bell pepper varieties. They are mainly cultivated for the fruits but now there are many more uses for …
The plebeians and the army drank the posca, a drink despised by the upper class. The posca was made from acetum which was a low quality wine that almost tasted like vinegar. Sometimes wine that got spoiled (because it was not properly stored) would also be used to make this …