The Well Fed Neighbor

Community Connectivity Around Food Systems- Episode 34

We need to work toward food sovereignty on a county by county basis. This involves not just food  and local food systems but any of the trades that would help support the food system that might be useful. Start thinking what you might bring to the table. Start your own podcast and help organize your community. Everyone has something to offer! What do you bring to the table?

Food and Pharma. Why Are We So Sick Part 2- Episode 33

Sarah texted me and said she had so much more to say. As, do I. So much so that I wrote a book about it! Here’s the thing though. My book is foundational. It’s the baseline stuff that the rest of the story is built on so if this information really bothers you then consider purchasing my book because it gives actionable steps to improve your health and that of the ecosystems that are massively challenged right now. Destination Real Food by Angela Jenkins.

Food and Pharma...Why Are We So Sick? Episode 32

Americans are becoming sicker than ever before. We have become a society of convenience. Our medical care is not focused on nutrition but on providing more medications to treat symptoms rather than addressing root cause. The solution is quite inexpensive but requires some behavior change. 

Soil Depleted? Or Biology Not Supported? Episode 31

We often hear that the soil in America is depleted. Is it depleted or have our conventional farming practices just destroyed the biology therefor not allowing for the nutrients to be taken up by the plants? Spoiler alert. There may be a bit of this type of information in my book, Destination Real Food: Navigating Our Food System and Restoring the Soil to Improve Health.

Fall Planting Time! Episode 29

Sarah and Angela talk about what can be planted for the fall garden. It's not too late at lot can still be done but don't wait much longer. Here in SW Mo we have a longer planting season and so know your zone and what you can still do. 

Feeling Unsettled? Grounding 101! Episode 30

There is a lot of talk about grounding recently.  A lot of folks think it's a bit hokey but we don't. Just the opposite. We do it all the time! What is it? Why is it important. What does it have to do with food? Do you need special equipment? Sarah also talks about her super cool shoes. You won't want to miss this one! Come ground with us about grounding.

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.