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Simple Doesn’t Mean Easy

Ever wish you had a mentor to help you make healthier, real food choices, one small step at a time? Someone to whisper encouragements in your ear? Someone who has been taking small steps for over a decade, learned a lot about real food, non-toxic living, and a holistic approach to wellness along the way?

Tune in every Monday as your host, Michelle Visser—former junk food addict, turned homesteader and medicinal gardener—offers you encouragement and practical insights on the Simple Doesn’t Mean Easy podcast.

We dive deep into topics like avoiding processed foods, incorporating whole foods into your diet, milling fresh flour, and understanding the powerful benefits of fermented foods, medicinal drinks, and other healthy, gut-friendly options. We explore topics, often with thought-provoking guests, from the importance of healthy fats and natural sugars to practical tips on gardening, creating simple recipes, and stocking your kitchen with the best pantry staples.

Whether you're looking to improve your immune system, learn how to nourish your body with real, nutrient-dense foods, or discover better, nontoxic options, join in every episode and gain actionable advice for making sustainable, healthier choices.

Copyright: ℗ & © 2020 Michelle R Visser

Latest Episodes:

101. Love Language of the Family Table with Stacy Lyn Harris Mar 11, 2024

Show notes

In this episode, Stacy Lyn Harris & Michelle Visser discusses the importance of setting priorities and boundaries, the beauty of Southern culture, the power of storytelling, the journey of writing a book, and the impact of busy schedules on family connection.

Stacy emphasizes the significance of gathering around the family table and the role it plays in creating a sense of belonging and identity.

She also highlights the need for intergenerational relationships and the value of traditions in nurturing family bonds.

She emphasizes the importance of creating a safe space for discussions and the impact that food can have on conversations.

Stacy also shares tips for outdoor dining and highlights the value of simple conversations.

She discusses how cooking is a love language and offers tips for encouraging moms to prepare nutritious meals for their families.

Stacy also shares advice on meal planning and preparation, including making excess and freezing meals for busy days.

Overall, this conversation explores the challenges and rewards of maintaining strong family connections around the family table in a busy and fast-paced world.

A Few Takeaways:

-Conversations around the table have the power to inspire and shape individuals.

-Food can enhance conversations and create a comforting and grounding atmosphere.

-Creating a safe space for discussions allows for deeper and more meaningful conversations.

-Preparing ahead of time can help moms provide nutritious meals for their families.

FREE resources:

Learn how to use fresh milled flour: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7

Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52

Learn about dehydrating food: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvq

Learn about baking with maple syrup: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62116313e0eda1a0d870b747

Learn about making your own maple syrup: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundz

Looking for more free resources? Choose from even more FREE e-courses here: https://soulyrested.com/howto/

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulyrested

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soulyrested/

All my favorite ingredients: https://soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen/

Where to find Stacy Lyn Harris:

https://stacylynharris.com/

https://www.facebook.com/stacylynharris/

https://www.instagram.com/stacylynharris/

https://www.youtube.com/user/GameandGarden

Stacy's NEW book: Love Language of the South https://amzn.to/3VcRz7H

100. Finding "good" in the middle of "hard" with Nate Pickowicz Mar 05, 2024

Show notes

How does the theory that "Simple Doesn't Mean Easy" apply to our faith?

Can we find "GOOD" in the middle of "HARD"?

For our 100th episode we're doing something a little different. I'm sitting down with a real-life very special friend to talk about a topic that is close to my heart (I share some very personal insights about WHY this is an important topic for me near the end).

Today we're chatting with Nate Pickowicz, the author of 'The Kindness of God,' and over a dozen other books.

We discuss:

- God's kindness & how it can be seen in blessings

- God's kindness & how it can be seen in the midst of suffering

- Personal stories and experiences that have highlighted God's kindness for both of us

- The importance of recognizing and appreciating God's kindness in all aspects of life

Today's sponsor:

Positively Botanicals. Use code SOULYRESTED to save $$

See SoulyRested.com/teas for all the botanicals I love adding to my hot or cold herbal teas for medicinal benefits.

FREE resources:

Learn how to use fresh milled flour: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7

Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52

Learn about dehydrating food: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvq

Learn about baking with maple syrup: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62116313e0eda1a0d870b747

Learn about making your own maple syrup: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundz

Looking for more free resources? Choose from even more FREE e-courses here: https://soulyrested.com/howto/

My book: https://amzn.to/45Pt8Pu

My website: https://soulyrested.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/souly.rested/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulyrested

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soulyrested/

All my favorite ingredients: https://soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen/

Does a sugarmaker buy processed, refined, white sugar? e99 Mar 01, 2024

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Today we're chatting about white sugar. That processed, refined, table sugar you can buy at the grocery store...

** Excited to unveil this month-long Giftaway today! Check out all the goodness here: https://soulyrested.com/free/ **

The author of Sweet Maple, and a sugarmaker for a decade, answers the question: Do we use it in our house?

The answer may surprize you!

Also talking about what are my favorite sugars and why.

And more.

FREE resources:

Learn how to use fresh milled flour: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7

Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52

Learn about dehydrating food: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvq

Learn about baking with maple syrup: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62116313e0eda1a0d870b747

Learn about making your own maple syrup: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundz

Looking for more free resources? Choose from even more FREE e-courses here: https://soulyrested.com/howto/

My book: https://amzn.to/45Pt8Pu

My website: https://soulyrested.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/souly.rested/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulyrested

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soulyrested/

All my favorite ingredients: https://soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen/

What no one told you about fresh flour (episode 98) Feb 26, 2024

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Today we're talking everything FRESH FLOUR

Dive into my FREE fresh flour e-course here: https://soulyrested.com/flour

Thank you to today's sponsor, Positively Tea. I'm addicted to their organic teas, available at the BEST prices. Use code SOULYRESTED to save even more $$: https://lddy.no/u6ja

Go here for Bill's favorite sweet tea recipe (better than Lipton!): https://soulyrested.com/teas

Or watch for the full recipe here: https://youtu.be/7A6-N0M-VV4

Find my 8 Top Favorite teas here: https://soulyrested.com/teas

Topics we cover in this episode:

Why did I ever want to mill flour at home?

The 3 parts of the wheat berry & why 2 are missing in refined flour

How long do wheat berries last?

Can you eat cooked wheat berries?

Fool-proof tips for baking with fresh flour

How fresh flour compares in price

How to choose what wheat berries you'll use, for what purposes

My favorite vital wheat gluten: https://www.azurestandard.com/shop/product/food/flour/gluten/vital-wheat-gluten-flour-organic/6431?package=FL094&a_aid=bd9edf28fd

FREE resources:

Learn how to use fresh milled flour: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7

Download detailed pantry checklists: https://soulyrested.com/pantry/

Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52

Learn about dehydrating food: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvq

Learn about baking with maple syrup: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62116313e0eda1a0d870b747

Learn about making your own maple syrup: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundz

Looking for more free resources? Choose from even more FREE e-courses here: https://soulyrested.com/howto/

My book: https://amzn.to/45Pt8Pu

My website: https://soulyrested.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/souly.rested/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulyrested

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soulyrested/

All my favorite ingredients: https://soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen/

My favorite of Grandmom's recipes (e97) Feb 23, 2024

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If your family loves this recipe just 1/2 as much as mine, this recipe is a KEEPER, for sure.

BONUS: it's a great way to use older bread you have laying around.

This will change the way you look at organ meat ("offal") forever, ep. 96 with James Barry Feb 19, 2024

Show notes

James is also a published cookbook author, having co-authored the recipes in Margaret Floyd’s book, Eat Naked and co-authored the follow-up cookbook, The Naked Foods Cookbook.

He most recently coauthored the recipes in Dr. Alejandro Junger’s book, Clean 7.

Take a peek at my 8 all-time favorite teas (organic, delicious, AND a great price!) at https://soulyrested.com/teas/

Or go to https://lddy.no/ucee and use code SOULYRESTED

Some studies James mentioned in our talk:

https://academic.oup.com/nutritionreviews/article-abstract/44/3/114/1904958?redirectedFrom=fulltext&login=false

https://www.academia.edu/49883089/Clara_M_Davis_and_the_wisdom_of_letting_children_choose_their_own_diets

Books we mentioned:

It Takes Guts, written by Ashleigh Vanhouten https://amzn.to/3uAkoQL

Odd Bits, written by by Jennifer McLagan and Leigh Beisch https://amzn.to/3SIFkx0

Subscribe & comment on a recent video on my yt channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOLRbLo4lnwJ2nPiL2xtB8g

FREE resources:

Learn how to use fresh milled flour: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7

Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52

Learn about dehydrating food: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvq

Learn about baking with maple syrup: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62116313e0eda1a0d870b747

Learn about making your own maple syrup: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundz

Looking for more free resources? Choose from even more FREE e-courses here: https://soulyrested.com/howto/

My book: https://amzn.to/45Pt8Pu

My website: https://soulyrested.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/souly.rested/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulyrested

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soulyrested/

All my favorite ingredients: https://soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen/

Snow boot choices and winter in New England (e95) Feb 16, 2024

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In this Friday-Mini-Episode we're talking all things snow boot cleats... the good, the bad, and the slippery messiness of winter in New England.

For details on the snow boot cleats I am in love with this winter (& all my favorite winter gear for long winters in New England) go to SoulyRested.com/winter

FREE resources:

Learn how to use fresh milled flour: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7

Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52

Learn about dehydrating food: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvq

Learn about baking with maple syrup: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62116313e0eda1a0d870b747

Learn about making your own maple syrup: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundz

Looking for more free resources? Choose from even more FREE e-courses here: https://soulyrested.com/howto/

My book: https://amzn.to/45Pt8Pu

My website: https://soulyrested.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/souly.rested/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulyrested

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soulyrested/

All my favorite ingredients: https://soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen/

Kombucha & how to sip your way to a healthy gut (S7 E6) Feb 05, 2024

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Summary

In this episode, Michelle discusses the importance of gut health and the origins of kombucha.

She explains how to choose the right tea for brewing kombucha and the tools needed for the process.

Michelle also covers the second fermentation and flavoring options for kombucha.

She addresses making kombucha without cane sugar and provides tips for growing a scoby and using overripe kombucha.

The episode concludes with information about a giveaway and a reminder to check out Kombucha Academy.

Takeaways

Kombucha is a fermented drink that can improve gut health and provide healthful probiotics.
Choosing the right tea and sugar is important for brewing kombucha.
The second fermentation allows for flavoring options and experimentation.
Kombucha can be made without cane sugar by gradually introducing alternative sweeteners.
Overripe kombucha can be used as a natural cleaner. Fermented foods are rich in probiotics, which promote a healthy gut microbiome.
Consuming fermented foods can improve digestion, boost the immune system, and enhance nutrient absorption.
Making fermented foods at home is a cost-effective and rewarding process, but it requires proper hygiene and patience.
Avoiding common mistakes like using tap water, not sterilizing equipment, and not following recipes can ensure successful fermentation.
Incorporating fermented foods into your diet can lead to improved overall health and well-being.

Fermented food recipes:

fermented peaches: https://soulyrested.com/2023/09/28/fermenting-peaches/

fermented blueberries: https://soulyrested.com/2021/07/30/fermenting-blueberries-2/

fermented cherry tomatoes: https://soulyrested.com/2020/09/23/how-to-ferment-cherry-tomatoes/

fermented peppers: https://soulyrested.com/category/fermented-food-and-drinks/

fermented cauliflower: https://soulyrested.com/2019/07/27/my-hesitant-experiment-fermenting-cauliflower/

DIY Kombucha--what's it really cost? https://soulyrested.com/2019/06/23/kombucha-what-does-it-cost/

FREE resources:

Learn how to use fresh milled flour: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7

Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52

Learn about dehydrating food: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvq

Learn about baking with maple syrup: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62116313e0eda1a0d870b747

Learn about making your own maple syrup: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundz

Looking for more free resources? Choose from even more FREE e-courses here: https://soulyrested.com/howto/

My book: https://amzn.to/45Pt8Pu

My website: https://soulyrested.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/souly.rested/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulyrested

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soulyrested/

All my favorite ingredients: https://soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen/

The best cup of black tea (episode 93) Feb 02, 2024

Show notes

Full recipe and directions here: https://soulyrested.com/2024/02/02/is-lipton-tea-good/

FREE resources:

Learn how to use fresh milled flour: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7

Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52

Learn about dehydrating food: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvq

Learn about baking with maple syrup: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62116313e0eda1a0d870b747

Learn about making your own maple syrup: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundz

Looking for more free resources? Choose from even more FREE e-courses here: https://soulyrested.com/howto/

My book: https://amzn.to/45Pt8Pu

My website: https://soulyrested.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/souly.rested/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulyrested

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soulyrested/

All my favorite ingredients: https://soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen/

Five causes of poor gut health & 1 amazing way to improve (S7, E5) Jan 29, 2024

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In this episode, Michelle Visser discusses the importance of fermented foods and drinks for gut health.

In case you think gut health may not be a factor for you, we run through the underlying causes for poor gut health. (Spoiler alert: everyone deals with at least one of these many triggers.)

We explain why gut health matters and how fermented foods can improve weight loss, boost immunity, and even reduce the risk of cancer.

Michelle concludes the episode by sharing all the fermented foods and drinks she regularly consumes, why they're her favorites, and specifically how she enjoys eating them.

Fermented food recipes:

fermented peaches: https://soulyrested.com/2023/09/28/fermenting-peaches/

fermented blueberries: https://soulyrested.com/2021/07/30/fermenting-blueberries-2/

fermented cherry tomatoes: https://soulyrested.com/2020/09/23/how-to-ferment-cherry-tomatoes/

fermented peppers: https://soulyrested.com/category/fermented-food-and-drinks/

fermented cauliflower: https://soulyrested.com/2019/07/27/my-hesitant-experiment-fermenting-cauliflower/

DIY Kombucha--what's it really cost? https://soulyrested.com/2019/06/23/kombucha-what-does-it-cost/

FREE resources:

Learn how to use fresh milled flour: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7

Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52

Learn about dehydrating food: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvq

Learn about baking with maple syrup: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62116313e0eda1a0d870b747

Learn about making your own maple syrup: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundz

Looking for more free resources? Choose from even more FREE e-courses here: https://soulyrested.com/howto/

My book: https://amzn.to/45Pt8Pu

My website: https://soulyrested.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/souly.rested/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulyrested

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soulyrested/

All my favorite ingredients: https://soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen/

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