I unknowingly began this primal health coaching journey with an environmental science degree. If we don’t live sustainably where else will we live? How can you have a healthy body if you don’t have a healthy planet?What does that have to do with helping a person improve their health?
During my college research I used to electrofish and collect water samples. You wouldn’t believe how disheartening it is to regularly catch fish with deformities and tumors from the Ohio River. I mean, that’s a big river. How is it sustainable to pollute such a large waterway? Back in the 90’s they didn’t want you swimming in the river and they advised against eating the fish due to the river’s toxic nature.
After college I worked on a contract at the EPA. I tested Superfund Soils that the EPA tried to clean up to see how they affected seed germination and earthworms. My next adventure with them I tested freshwater fish for PCBs and Pesticides.
Our world is polluted and we still live with the idea that we can continue to throw things away. The problem is that there’s no such thing as away. It all ends up somewhere.
While I’m greatly passionate about sustainability I’m also a loud speaker for sustainable and nutritious agriculture. Agriculture is one of the most polluting industries when you consider the following scenario:
Meanwhile a cow’s manure fertilizes a pasture allowing it to absorb more carbon from the atmosphere. Plus it’s one of the most nutrient dense and hypoallergenic food sources, especially when you eat nose to tail.
Local in season produce will always be the most sustainable and nutritious choice. Plus you’ll support your local economy. Growing and raising your own food is like printing money.
The health bonus is when you eat what the people in your community grow and raise you automatically end up eating better.
Dairy free milk alternatives now take up a larger section of the grocery store than cow based products. When you visit your favorite coffee shop you can now choose from a collection of plant based milks, but which one is the best milk alternative? Is there such a thing as the healthiest non-dairy milk? Humans … Read more
Today there is a strong push towards a plant based diet with claims that it’s the most ethical way to eat. The problem I see is that simply isn’t true. Agriculture is one of the most destructive forces on the planet. I get that they have meat is murder wrapped up into a tidy tagline, … Read more
If you’re wondering how to plan a garden it’s important to know that it doesn’t matter how much outdoor space you have. A home garden can provide you with food but you’ll also learn so much about plants and food production. I think it’s a fun hobby no matter how big or small. I’ll show … Read more
Adopting a plant-based diet is all over plant-based news. There is this false notion that beef and meat are to blame for climate change. If only people would eat less meat then we’d all be healthier and we’d save the planet, right? It’s what they say but is it true? They say that global warming … Read more
Summer is coming and that’s the season when people use sunscreen the most. There are two types of sunscreen products: chemical and physical. Physical sunscreens work to physically block the sun’s rays from reaching the skin. Products that contain zinc oxide and titanium dioxide are two examples of physical sunscreens or mineral based sunscreens. Chemical … Read more
I have a unique position. I have an Environmental Science degree and I’m also a bow hunter. Throw in my years working as a massage therapist and the bit of “woo” that comes with that and I don’t really fit into anyone’s box. Of course I’ve come across many different types of people. On one … Read more
