The Well Fed Neighbor

Glyphosate in Gluten Free Foods - Episode 28

Moms Across America published another 3rd party review of gluten free and organic foods. This is on is worth a read. There were only two products that were tested that did not contain pesticide residues and the most common residue was glyphosate. Please be an aware consumer and when these sorts of reviews become available pay attention and decide what you want to put in your body. We also talk about why you should care. 

What Does It Mean to Detox? Episode 27

It seems that 'detoxing' to improve health is all the buzz now. What does this mean? How would someone go about trying to do this? Why would you need to? And how does this relate to food systems work? Get ready! This one is loaded with information!

Baby Food and Heavy Metals - Episode 26

We think the title says it all. Often times, we adults feed ourselves well but then give the kids whatever they want to eat. While we won't be popular for saying so, this mindset is perhaps why this generation is not living well and for the first time in recent history not expected to outlive their parents with regard to age. Are heavy metals to blame? Perhaps they are a piece of the puzzle. There is a lot that influences our health over the long term. Heavy metal exposure is certainly one of them. 

Happy National Hamburger Day! Episode 22

Sarah and Angela talk about the second most favorite food in American and how and why to source it locally! ( First is pizza) It can be a health food if done properly. Come listen to our version of a local, delicious hamburger. 

Inflamed and Confused Episode 24

Sarah and Angela talk about foods that you can grow in your own yard that fight inflammation. We talk about what is inflammation is, what problems it causes what medicinal foods can effect it; some from your own backyard!

WEF Wants What? Episode 25

On June 13, 2024, the World Economic Forum published their recommendations for what needs to change with our food system. While we agree that it needs to change, we disagree with what needs to change and how. We will never be for eating bugs, sugar free chocolate bars and plant based egg replacers. God's creation already rocks! No need to change perfect. 

In Defense of Eggs! Episode 23

Sarah and Angela discuss what happened to 5.2 million egg laying chickens, it's potential impact on egg prices and health implications of eating eggs. Spolier alert! They are actually really good for you but please buy them from a local, regenerative farmer. 

Urban Homesteading Episode 20

Sarah and Angela have a special guest, Clara, Sarah's daughter who has an urban homestead. It may be a bit of work but it's worth it! Healthy food, healthy kids, healthy communities!

The Allure of Farm to Table Episode 21

Sarah and Angela have their good friend,  Andrea from  Gourmet Goodness, come visit about how sourcing local and farm to table, enhances the "food experience". If you haven't source food locally, you will after this episode!

It Just Doesn't Add Up Episode 19

Sarah and Angela discuss some of the common beliefs that just don't add up. We believe in doing research and figuring it out for ourselves. Some of what we cover may be review from previous podcasts but that's because it's important! GMO's, CO2, regenerative agriculture, how to garden properly,  eggs and bacon will make you fat, etc just to name a few.