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 Sim...
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181. Is your dental floss toxic?

Jul 30th, 2025 10:01 AM

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 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 will be sent out each week, just let me know where to send it! -- https://soulyrested.com/one/ 

180. Hormones, Natural Plant Remedies & An Herbal Medicine Cabinet, with Sam Coffman

Jul 28th, 2025 10:00 AM

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 ingredients, including herbs & botanicals) for free right here: https://soulyrested.com/pantry/Go here to get show notes and special offers for podcast listeners in your inbox: https://soulyrested.com/podcast/ 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 about making your own maple syrup: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundzLooking for more free resources? Choose from even more FREE e-courses here: https://soulyrested.com/howto/All my favorite ingredients: https://soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen/About Michelle VisserHi, so nice to meet you! I’m Michelle, a former processed food junkie turned real-food enthusiast.My husband and I live on a small New England farm and sugarbush with a lot of gardens. But I’m passionate about helping folks have more real food in their lives, no matter where they live. No farm or garden required.👋Find me in all the places:My book: https://amzn.to/45Pt8PuMy website: https://soulyrested.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/souly.rested/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulyrestedPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soulyrested/youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleVisserCONTACT: michelle@soulyrested(dot)com

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

Jul 21st, 2025 1:31 PM

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 Academy, Sam combines his deep experience in medicine and technology to create innovative, AI-driven educational tools.Sam is also the bestselling author of “Herbal Medic” and “Survival Gardening,” and an upcoming post-apocalyptic fiction series called “Collapse Horizon.”Today Sam shares his unique journey from military medicine to herbalism. And the challenges he's faced in the field of herbalism. Sam shares personal anecdotes, including his experiences in the military and how they shaped his understanding of medicine.We talk about the language of plants and the future of herbalism in modern medicine.Sam shares his extensive knowledge of herbal medicine, emphasizing the importance of effective delivery methods for herbs to the body. He discusses the various ways to administer herbs and highlights the importance of preparing and extracting herbs for optimal efficacy.Sam also recounts the founding of Herbal Medics Academy, his unique background as a Green Beret and herbalist, and the importance of teaching others about herbal medicine.Please check out our sponsors:Blue Alpine Freeze Dryers (code SOULYRESTED): https://bluealpinefreezedryers.com/Sundays Dog Food (save 50% with code SOULYRESTED): https://soulyrested.com/dog/https://soulyrested.com/botanicals/Grab my Pantry Checklist (loaded with discounts on my favorite ingredients) for free, right here: https://soulyrested.com/pantry/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 about making your own maple syrup: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundzAll my favorite ingredients: https://soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen/About Michelle VisserHi, so nice to meet you! I’m Michelle, a former processed food junkie turned real-food enthusiast.My husband and I live on a small New England farm and sugarbush with a lot of gardens. But I’m passionate about helping folks have more real food in their lives, no matter where they live. No farm or garden required.👋Find me in all the places:My book: https://amzn.to/45Pt8PuMy website: https://soulyrested.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/souly.rested/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulyrestedPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soulyrested/Podcast: https://soulyrested.com/podcast/CONTACT: michelle@soulyrested(dot)com

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

Jul 14th, 2025 9:50 AM

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.

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

Jul 7th, 2025 9:50 AM

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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