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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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39:28

REPLAY: One Drink You Seriously Need to Ditch (s3 e11)

Simple Doesn"t Mean Easy ·

2025/07/07

You already know this isn't the best thing to be drinking, but you need to hear WHY...And we don't just leave you there. In this episode we also break down 3 alternative drinks you will enjoy instead.

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23:40

178. 2 inspiring stories you've never heard, in honor...

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2025/06/30

Are you in the middle of a difficult or confusing “next step”? Not sure if it’s “worth the effort”? Not sure if you should even bother with a seemingly “unimportant” project, goal, or personal milestone? This Independence Day week I have 2 stories to share with you that never made it to a history book. One about a Founding Father you’ve never heard of & another about a seemingly unimportant effort made by a founding lady you know very well.William Whipple and Martha Washington have something to

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177. My Current Favorite Drink to Start the Day

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2025/06/25

I pair this drink with a high protein breakfast and I’m golden.In episode 171 we talked about why electrolytes are so important. But this episode we're diving into why they're so important in the morning.And I'm sharing what other secret ingredient in my morning drink makes all the difference.This episode is part of our One Simple Thing Series..... Every week we're bringing you a simple instructional video and a 5-minute (ad free) podcast episode showing you one of our favorite

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34:50

176. The Truth About Healthy Fats

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2025/06/23

This episode also provides a detailed guide on how to render lard at home, emphasizing its versatility and health benefits. Complete Guide to Rendering Lard: https://soulyrested.com/complete-guide-to-rendering-lard/3 Types of Pork Fat: https://soulyrested.com/complete-guide-to-pork-lard/Chocolate Chip Cookies Made with Lard: https://soulyrested.com/chocolate-chip-cookies-made-with-lard/Please check out our sponsors:

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175. Eleven ways to use my favorite cooking fat

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2025/06/19

In today’s mini episode in our One Simple Thing Series let’s chat about the best unrefined, all-natural fat to use in your kitchen... Lard.Every week we're bringing you a simple instructional video and a 5-minute (ad free) podcast episode mid-week, showing you one of our favorite things to help your family take small, simple steps towards healthier living. Today I'm sharing 11 ways I love to use lard in my kitchen, for cooking, baking, sauteing, and much more.Links, articles, recipes, and

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174. The NEW Dirty Dozen List & how to grow 5 at home

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2025/06/16

Today we dive into the newly released Dirty Dozen list. Let's break down details about the top three items on the list—spinach, strawberries, and kale—with insights into their health benefits and tips for growing them at home. The episode also covers methods for preserving these foods, and offers advice on growing blueberries and potatoes. Please check out our sponsors: https://soulyrested.com/azurehttps://soulyrested.com/coffeehttps://soulyrested.com/summerGrab my Pantry Checklist (loaded with

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2025/06/11

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172. Ten things you need to know BEFORE you get chickens

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2025/06/09

In this episode, Michelle shares her journey into chicken ownership, providing valuable insights and tips for you, if you're a potential chicken owner. - the beauty and joy of keeping chickens, - the unique characteristics of different breeds, and - practical advice for raising healthy and productive hens. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding chicken behavior, nutrition, and the joys of collecting fresh eggs.For more info:10 Things to Know:

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171. A healthy twist on a childhood favorite treat

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2025/06/06

A sugary childhood candy obsession that you can enjoy guilt-free today, with a healthy twist?Ummm, yes, please!In today’s mini episode in our One Simple Thing Series let’s chat about how I stay hydrated on hot summer days with a grown up version of the Fun Dip I loved as a kid..Every Friday we're bringing you a simple instructional video and a 5-minute (ad free) podcast episode showing you one of our favorite things to help your family take small, simple steps towards healthier living. Links and

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50:09

170. Seven ways to ditch plastic (& an alarming...

Simple Doesn"t Mean Easy ·

2025/06/02

Today we're talking about a study published in April that linked the deaths of 356,238 people in ONE year to one very specific thing that you most likely have a good bit of in your kitchen right now.Join in as we chat about the history of plastic, its rise in consumer products, and the health implications for all of us. Michelle shares some of her personal journey and struggles, outlining 7 actionable steps she is taking right now, after reading this recent study. But we're keeping it real,

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5:22

169. The real reason soil testing is so important

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2025/05/30

Soil testing is more important than you think. In today's short episode I share my story and tell you how a soil test literally kept me from destroying my garden.The best soil test: https://shop.redmondagriculture.com/products/soil-test-kit?rfsn=6608843.849e87Use code SOULYRESTED to save 15%. Order 2 kits while you're there... shipping will be free & bonus, you're ready to test again at the end of the season and see how your amendments are working.This episode is part of our One

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168. 4 Game-Changing Tips for Grilling Meat (that...

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2025/05/26

Have you ever wondered if your grilled meat could be tastier?Just in time for Memorial Day, we're walking through. 4 simple steps to fool-proof, delicious meat on the grill.Find out more about the amazing meat from 99Counties (& grab my FREE 5-day meal plan) here: https://soulyrested.com/beef/ —-------------Please check out our sponsors: https://soulyrested.com/teashttps://soulyrested.com/azure ... use code SOULYRESTED to save 15$ off your first $100 order.Go here to get show notes and

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3:45

167. The best way to make the best kombucha (One...

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2025/05/23

Have you ever thought about trying to make a drink that could replace soda & improve your gut health? Do you buy expensive bottles of kombucha now and then?Do you like kombucha but hate the vinegary kick to most that you buy? In today's episode we're talking about the easiest way to flavor kombucha, and have it turn out perfectly, every time.The teas I use to flavor kombucha (use code SOULYRESTED to save $$. Orders over $59 in the U.S. are FREE shipping):

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35:43

166. 5 Pantry Must-Haves you should be buying in bulk

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2025/05/19

Do you want to have more essentials stocked in your pantry but you're not sure what to start with? Today we walk through the 5 items I've recently stocked up on in bulk and why, explaining the benefits of having these available and the potential impact of tariffs on prices.We also chat about the stress sometimes related to dietary choices (and even political issues), emphasizing the need for balance and moderation, and encouraging listeners to take proactive steps in their food choices while

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165. The Dirt on Growing Food (a Friday Favorite)

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2025/05/16

Did you know you should be feeding your soil if you want your garden to feed you well?In today’s mini episode in our Friday Favorite Series let’s chat about how I’ve been doing that for the past two years and how it’s going.Every Friday we're bringing you a simple instructional video and a 5-minute (ad free) podcast episode showing you one of our favorite things to help your family take small, simple steps towards healthier living. Links and discount codes and any other information we reference

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38:48

164. When He's Team Cheetos & You're Team Kale

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2025/05/12

Are you wanting to do all the right things to improve your family's food while it seems hubby is the #1 Junk Food Fan?Today's episode gives you 4 steps towards healthier choices for your family, WITHOUT conflict.It's very rarely true that partners have totally equal views on nutrition. So today I'm sharing personal anecdotes and encouraging you that all of us--hubby included--do have evolving attitude towards food. And I break down some practical strategies for encouraging healthier

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38:46

163. Do Small Changes Really Matter? with Mel Matthews

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2025/05/05

Buying in bulk, sourcing quality ingredients, embracing real food and different journeys towards healthier eating are just a few of the many topics we dive into in this episode, chatting with Mel Matthews of The Homestead Fam. A few takeaways:Homesteading is often romanticized, but practicality is so much more important.Bulk buying will lead to better quality ingredients at lower costs.Preserving food and saving time.Personal health journeys influence our food choices.Fermenting and replacing baked

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162. Food dyes, the FDA & what it all really means

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2025/04/28

If some details about food dyes and artificial ingredients and the FDA all left you scratching your head this last week, this episode will help you sort through the facts.We'll discuss recent FDA announcements about synthetic food dyes & what they REALLY mean... the good, the bad, and all the other things rolling around in my brain today. First and foremost, we need to be vigilant about food ingredients.Our conversation today explores the FDA's response to food safety concerns, the

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161. Unpacking the truth about fresh flour

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2025/04/07

As you work towards improving the food you put on your family table, do you ever feel like maybe you're doing things the HARD way? Or started in the wrong order?This episode is for YOU. I think you'll be encouraged.I'm sharing my personal (rocky!) journey towards fresh flour and highlighting the benefits of using a grain mill to make your own fresh flour at home, contrasted to the limitations of commercially enriched flour.Please check out our sponsors: https://soulyrested.com/beef/And

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160. Reclaiming the art of fresh flour

Simple Doesn"t Mean Easy ·

2025/03/31

Have you wondered what's the hype about fresh milled flour? Or maybe you've wondered if you're gluten sensitive and are trying to understand why.Today we're going to chat about the significance of fresh flour, exploring its history, nutritional value, and the shift from fresh to processed flour. It's time we reclaim the art of milling flour at home. This episode might convince you to join the movement towards healthier eating through possibly the most important ingredient.Please

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