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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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197. Ditch Store Oats: Mill Your Own for Max Nutrition

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2025/11/17

Maybe you already know all the nutritional reasons to bake with fresh flour, but did you know the same benefits go hand-in-hand with flaking oats at home?The lousy results of processing flour mirror the same results with oats you buy at the store: old-fashioned oats, rolled oats, and quick oats are all highly processed and void of nutrients.This episode gives some practical advice on how to flake oats for maximum nutrients. It covers the variety of grains that can be used, and explains the benefits

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196. The 1 thing you really need to improve your...

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2025/11/10

Today we’re talking about the most important thing to do if you want to improve what goes on your family's table, if you want to be able to make real food conveniently. I’m also sharing an extensive, totally free resource with you and BONUS loads of discount codes on all the best ingredients. And you can access it all right away.Go to SoulyRested.com/pantryPlease check out our sponsors:Blue Alpine Freeze Dryers. Use code SOULYRESTED and find my unit here: https://soulyrested.com/kitchen/Ilve..

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195. The Ultimate Guide to Sugars (& which ones are...

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2025/11/03

Processed sugars are killing us.In today's episode, David Stelzer explains why they will never sell conventional refined white sugar (it's insane). David is the founder of a family-run food supply company who has been working to change the broken food system in the U.S.And I'm picking David's brain about every detail of all the sweetener options.David dives into why conventional sugar production utilizes damaging practices like glyphosate spraying, artificial fertilizers, and burning

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194. These 12 Appliances Will Uplevel Your Kitchen

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2025/10/27

If you're not into gadgets that only get used a few times a year... if you only want appliances that serve you well taking up space in your kitchen... if you're looking for a few ways to make Real Food more convenient... These 12 appliances might be just what you're looking for.They changed the Real Food game for me, and I'm never looking back.Find my favorite kitchen appliances here: soulyrested.com/kitchenPlease check out our sponsors:Blue Alpine Freeze Dryers. Use code SOULYRESTED

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193. 8 things you can make better yourself (REPLAY)

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2025/10/20

Here's a long list of pantry staples that you can make better yourself.Find all the links mentioned in this episode right here: https://soulyrested.com/2022/10/26/8-things-you-can-make-better-yourself-s4-e10/Please check out our sponsors:Blue Alpine Freeze Dryers. Use code SOULYRESTED and find my unit here: https://soulyrested.com/kitchen/Ilve... see my new oven here: https://soulyrested.com/kitchen/https://www.hearthandhomesteadstore.com/ Use code SOULYRESTED to save $$ and find all my

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192. Ignore these garden mistakes at your own risk

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2025/10/13

Today I'm coming clean and sharing all the many mistakes I made in my gardens this year. We'll talk about pacing and planning, watering and fertilizing, and how NOT to direct plant your seeds.We chat about zinnias and chicory, fencing, echinacea, lemon balm, and keeping a garden journal.Please check out our sponsors: Blue Alpine Freeze Dryers. Use code SOULYRESTED and find my unit here: https://soulyrested.com/kitchen/ Ilve... see my new oven here: https://soulyrested.com/kitchen/

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191. Crazy things I grew in my garden this summer...

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2025/10/06

In this episode, I'm sharing some gardening experiences, focusing on the mistakes she made throughout the season. She discusses the importance of pacing and planning, the challenges of watering and fertilizing, and her experiences with planting medicinal herbs and vegetables. Michelle reflects on specific mistakes with zinnias and chicory, the need for better fencing, and her desire to grow more of a few herbs (& why). takeaways from this episode:Pacing oneself in gardening is crucial to

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190. How to win blue ribbons at your county fair &...

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2025/09/29

Join in on the insightful conversation with Terry Vesci, author of The Lavender Companion and multi-Best-of-Show ribbon winner at numerous county fairs. If you’ve ever wondered about competing at a fair, or if you’ve ever thought it was a waste of time…. If you’ve never understood how it works, or if you’ve wondered if it was something good for the kids to do, you definitely want to listen in on this fun conversation.Also catch previous episodes with Terry: episodes 108 & 109Find Terry Vesci at

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2025/09/22

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188. How 90% of our cheese was developed by Pfizer, a...

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2025/09/15

Did you know all cheese is, essentially, made with 4 ingredients? And did you know that one of those ingredients has been outsourced to Pfizer? Okay, not exactly, but essentially. When you start to research today’s topic– fpc rennet –you will find yourself down a dark rabbit hole without much transparency.In today’s episode, Robyn Jackson, of Cheese From Scratch, opens this can of worms with us. Join in as Robyn: --walks us through the history of rennet--explains why rennet is essential in

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187. The truth about cover crops that no one talks about

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2025/09/08

Now is the time to plant your cover crops! But if you’re where I was a few years ago, you have no idea how to do it. In today’s episode we talk about how the soil is the most important thing if you want to grow any food and how cover crops will help. Today's episode includes: - 3 options you have with cover crops, and - how to choose among them - 3 reasons that cover crops are difficult and - tips to help you overcome these difficulties - 2 things I did completely differently with cover crops

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186. Add herbs to your everyday (how & why), with...

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2025/09/01

Does the thought of making your own herbal medicine intimidate you? Maybe you know that herbs can help with everything from physical ailments to emotional distress, yet you're not sure where to start? Today Rachelle Robinett, author of Naturally, shares her insights on herbalism, its benefits, and how it can be integrated into daily life. In today's episode we discuss the importance of small health changes, the misconceptions surrounding herbalism, and the safety and efficacy of herbs

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185. Fermenting (& adding nutrients to your foods)...

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2025/08/25

Fermentation is the only food preservation method that actually ADDS nutrients to your food. (Did you know canning can lose up to 50% of the nutrients?) If you’re confused by how to ferment so you enjoy the taste, how to eat your fermented food, or always questioning if you’ll know if it’s “okay” to eat, this episode is for you!Find all the resources we mention and all my fermenting recipes too at https://soulyrested.com/preserve Kirsten K. Shocke, author of the best-selling Fermented Vegetables,

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184. Why we were in the ER last weekend & how it...

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2025/08/18

You know stress isn't good for your health, but learn from our experiences and don't let this happen to you... Today I'm sharing why we spent Saturday in the ER & what we've learned... Discover how stress and dehydration can lead to some bizarre, sudden health issues (for Bill it lead to Transient Global Amnesia ) and learn valuable insights on managing stress and prioritizing health. Today we're discussing the importance of community, real food, and regular exercise, and

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183. Cheese Making: A Beginner's Guide, Robyn...

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2025/08/11

Think cheesemaking is too complicated for you? Think you need to own a cow before you can make your own cheese?Both are far from the truth. Dive into the world of cheesemaking with the queen of cheesemaking, Robyn Jackson of Cheese From Scratch. Discover the key ingredients that form the foundation of every cheese, and explore the essential equipment that makes the process seamless. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned cheese enthusiast, this episode will equip you with the knowledge to start

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182. Stop Wasting Your Food, with Amy Cross

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2025/08/04

You're wasting 40-60% of the food you buy, if you're not doing these things.Amy Cross, founder of The Cross Legacy, shares her journey from starting an Instagram page to becoming a TED Talk speaker and author of the Zero Waste Produce Guide. In today's episode, she discusses the importance of reducing food waste, budgeting for groceries, and effective meal planning strategies. Amy provides practical tips on how to store produce to extend its freshness and highlights common mistakes

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181. Is your dental floss toxic?

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2025/07/30

I switched to this floss about a year ago and I'm never going back.In Episode 9 of Season 5, I talked with the holistic dentist who created this floss, as well as my favorite toothpowder and even all-natural deodorant. Find those episode notes here: https://soulyrested.com/1-out-of-10-dentists/ 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

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180. Hormones, Natural Plant Remedies & An Herbal...

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2025/07/28

Today we're talking with renowned Registered Herbalist & Special Forces Medic (Green Beret, 18D) Sam Coffman. Sam breaks down 8 specific herbal remedies and their applications for health, focusing on hormone balance, children's immunity, and proactive health measures.He emphasizes the importance of understanding how different herbs can support the body and shares practical advice on how to incorporate them into daily life.Grab my Pantry Checklist (loaded with discounts on my favorite

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179. Plant medicine–anecdotal or scientific? with Sam...

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2025/07/21

If you have ever wondered how to align herbal medicine with traditional medical practices, this episode is for you, with Sam Coffman, a green beret and clinical herbalist.Sam is a Registered Herbalist (RH) with the American Herbalists Guild, a Wilderness EMT, a Wilderness First Responder instructor, and licensed acupuncturist with a Masters in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MSAOM). He also holds a BA in Linguistics and a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.As the AI Director at Herbal Medics

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REPLAY: 8 Things You Should Be Making Yourself (S4 E9)

Simple Doesn"t Mean Easy ·

2025/07/14

You know some foods would be better homemade, instead of out of a box... but this episode will call out 8 things that you genuinely, easily CAN make yourself and tell you HOW.This is a replay from years ago, Season Four, episode 9.

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