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 goods with homemade options for improving gut health. Community and family play a vital role in the homesteading experience. Sourdough and fresh flour can be beneficial for gluten intolerance. Shopping the perimeter of the grocery store. Recognizing personal progress, over time. Frustration with the broken food system. Social media can be a powerful tool for community building. Meet Mel Matthews on ig: https://www.instagram.com/thehomesteadfam/ Mel's new book: https://amzn.to/4dcrDA7 Please check out our sponsors: https://soulyrested.com/salt https://soulyrested.com/teas https://soulyrested.com/soaps Go here to get show notes and special offers for podcast listeners in your inbox: https://soulyrested.com/podcast/ Grab my Pantry Checklist (loaded with discounts on my favorite ingredients) for free right here: https://soulyrested.com/pantry/ Looking 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 Visser Hi, 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/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/ Podcast: https://soulyrested.com/podcast/ CONTACT: michelle@soulyrested(dot)com
