Empowering Self-Reliance and Sustainable Living & Microbiomes
Empowering Self-Reliance and Sustainable Living & Microbiomes
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, …
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 …
Nettle Urtica dioica is a plant that needs little introduction. As children we quickly learnt to recognise them just so that we could avoid their itchy burning sting. They are part of our linguistic culture too. To nettle some one is to annoy them; to grasp the nettle – face …
This word describes a process by which living things break down carbohydrates to make other molecules and provide energy to cells or organs. Carbohydrates are common compounds in food and include sugars and starches Some microbes use fermentation to get energy from carbohydrates. When people put those microbes to work, …
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 …
Eating fermented pickles straight from the jar at night helps some people get to sleep. This isn’t just anecdotal; there’s solid science behind this home remedy! Why do fermented foods aid in better sleep? By consuming fermented vegetables, you’re not only boosting your gut microbiome but also leveraging the gut-brain …
Sourdough bread has been a cherished baking staple for centuries, captivating the hearts and taste buds of people around the world. At the core of this ancient culinary art lies the sourdough starter – a living culture of flour and water that harbors wild yeast and bacteria naturally present in …