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PODCAST

Simple Doesn"t Mean Easy

Michelle Visser

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 and Thursday, as your host, Michelle Visser—former junk food addict, turned homesteader and medicinal gardener—offers you encouragement and practical insights on the Simple

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7:40

Does a sugarmaker buy processed, refined, white...

Simple Doesn"t Mean Easy ·

2024/03/01

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:

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26:04

What no one told you about fresh flour (episode 98)

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2024/02/26

Today we're talking everything FRESH FLOURDive into my FREE fresh flour e-course here: https://soulyrested.com/flourThank 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/u6jaGo here for Bill's favorite sweet tea recipe (better than Lipton!): https://soulyrested.com/teasOr watch for the full recipe here: https://youtu.be/7A6-N0M-VV4Find my 8 Top Favorite teas here:

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4:22

My favorite of Grandmom's recipes (e97)

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2024/02/23

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.

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72:59

This will change the way you look at organ meat...

Simple Doesn"t Mean Easy ·

2024/02/19

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 SOULYRESTEDSome studies James mentioned in our talk:

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5:31

Snow boot choices and winter in New England (e95)

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2024/02/16

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/winterFREE resources:Learn how to use fresh milled flour: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes):

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51:31

Kombucha & how to sip your way to a healthy gut (S7 E6)

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2024/02/05

SummaryIn 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

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7:58

The best cup of black tea (episode 93)

Simple Doesn"t Mean Easy ·

2024/02/02

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/k36hnsvbh7Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52Learn about dehydrating food: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvqLearn about baking with maple syrup: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62116313e0eda1a0d870b747Learn

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29:32

Five causes of poor gut health & 1 amazing way to...

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2024/01/29

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

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26:43

Family Holiday Traditions S7

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2023/12/18

SummaryIn this episode, Michelle Visser discusses family traditions and ways to make the holidays meaningful. She shares various traditions that her family has enjoyed over the years. Michelle emphasizes the importance of focusing on others and cherishing the simple everyday efforts in life.The overnight coffee cake recipe I mentioned: https://soulyrested.com/2023/12/17/sour-cream-coffee-cake/Chapters00:00Introduction and Overview00:30Family Traditions and Making the Holidays Meaningful03:20Natural

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32:34

Holiday Bonus Episode (Advent Readings) S7

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2023/12/11

SummaryIn today's episode, we're taking a break from the usual topics to discuss Christmas and the holiday season. Michelle shares her faith and how it influences her work then reads excerpts from two Advent devotionals. The episode concludes with an invitation for listeners to share their holiday traditions.Enter to win a copy of Sweet Maple and Just Show Up by leaving a review of the podcast on Apple Podcasts.TakeawaysThe host takes a break from regular topics to discuss Christmas and the

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54:22

Good Fats (comparing Lard & Tallow) with RuthAnn...

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2023/12/04

Yes, there are definitely GOOD FATS. Today I chat with a good friend, RuthAnn Zimmerman, about our two favorite good fats: Lard & Tallow.For show notes and even more info about good fats: https://soulyrested.com/2023/12/03/are-lard-and-tallow-good-fat/RuthAnn's video: How to Render Tallow... https://youtu.be/KciX4-IOmN0?si=v8lR9GuHCbtGRhoJMichelle's video: How to Use Caul Fat... https://youtu.be/1mfjoGY8_YI?si=_rM5NX23OuORpyr7Michelle's tips for Baking with Lard..

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31:46

Just show up, with author Drew Dyck (bonus episode)

Simple Doesn"t Mean Easy ·

2023/11/20

In this special Thanksgiving bonus episode, Michelle Visser is joined by Drew Dyck, author of the brand-new book Just Show Up. Grab a copy here: https://amzn.to/3G7ISmlWe chat about the importance of being present in small but meaningful ways. This episode will remind you to be thankful for those who showed up for you in life while encouraging you with practical ways you can do the same.Dyck shares how busy modern life often prevents us from truly showing up for the people and commitments most

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75:28

The Best Sugars to Use (and what sugars to avoid),...

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2023/11/13

Sugar is foundational to life and provides energy, but refined/processed sugars can damage our health.In this episode, I'm talking with David Stelzer, founder and CEO of Azure Standard about why Azure does not carry conventional refined white sugar (it's insane really).And I'm picking David's brain about every detail of all the sweetener options that I might choose .David dives into why conventional sugar production utilizes damaging practices like glyphosate spraying, artificial

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50:25

How everyone can grow veggies, anywhere, with Doug...

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2023/11/06

Doug Evans, author of the best selling book, The Sprout Book, joins us today to explain how all of us can grow more of our own food, the easiest way possible. how he first got into sprouts out of necessity, but discovered he could grow trays of sprouts that provided all the nutrition he needed.We discuss how sprouts pack a huge nutritional punch, with boosted levels of antioxidants, vitamin C, and fiber.Doug explains how the sprouting process unlocks natural plant defense chemicals that become

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72:24

The Ultimate Guide to Salt & 3 questions you need to...

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2023/10/30

Join in on the Ultimate Conversation About Salt, as I chat with the renowned salt expert, Darryl Bosshardt of Redmond Salt.Listen in to find out:What salt has in common with maple syrup. (It's not what you might think.)Why the Dead Sea in Israel can't be used as food salt. (Turns out it's not sodium chloride, but mostly magnesium chloride.)Why it's important to understand that refined table salt removes all the potassium that naturally occurs in salt. (Spoiler alert: our bodies

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43:34

3 Things I Wish I Knew About an Empty Nest

Simple Doesn"t Mean Easy ·

2023/10/23

In this week's episode of the Simple Doesn't Mean Easy podcast, host Michelle Visser dives into the topic of being an empty nester. She shares her unique experience of having an empty nest at different points over the years as her daughters temporarily moved out and back in, rather than all leaving at once. Michelle explains that while she and her husband didn't do regular "date nights" when the kids were young, they made sure to spend meaningful one-on-one time with each family

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48:44

Menopause & What They Didn't Tell You (S6, E4)

Simple Doesn"t Mean Easy ·

2023/10/16

Menopause... There's so much no one ever told me about this stage of life. In this week's episode of the Simple Doesn't Mean Easy podcast, host Michelle Visser opens up about her personal experience with menopause. She shares the symptoms and challenges she has faced over the years, which encompasses a lot more than hot flashes.From weight gain, to dry mouth, brain fog, irritability, tooth decay, and other things you have probably never associated with menopause, Michelle offers

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33:45

What Our Grandparents Knew That We've Forgotten (S6, E3)

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2023/10/09

What did past generations know that modern society has forgotten?Our grandparents had the satisfaction of making do with what they had (even when it was nothing fancy) versus our modern idea of a new $1,000 phone every year and replacement appliances every few years.Follow the story of a boy named Thurman, who went to a 1-room schoolhouse & had to quit school in 9th grade to make sure his family could eat and worked multiple blue collar jobs to make sure his kids had a better life.And Dorothy, a

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53:48

Doing it Scared (S6, E2)

Simple Doesn"t Mean Easy ·

2023/10/02

In this episode, we're diving into another difficult topic.This episode of the Simple Doesn't Mean Easy podcast focuses on Doing Things Scared... if we should, what it looks like, and some genuine results that I've seen along the way in my effort to make myself do things scared.I share stories from my own life about starting projects like gardening, raising chickens, making maple syrup, and more, even when I didn't feel fully prepared or knowledgeable.I want to encourage you to not

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42:54

When Life is Hard (S6, E1)

Simple Doesn"t Mean Easy ·

2023/09/25

This summer was a very hard one for our family, from garden failures, to puppy trauma, to saying goodbye to two people who were very dear to us.Other updates? I share an honest update on the new non-toxic cleaners we’ve been using & which work the best (recipes were all shared in S5 E19). And I give my thoughts on the natural face serum and protein powder I’ve been using this year.Going through a difficult season makes us more aware of the little moments of joy that we might otherwise miss, so

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