Life Strength & Health Podcast

By: Jamal & Kim Hester
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  • Life Strength & Health Podcast is all about offering you support, education, and inspiration to help you feel & look your best naturally. We help busy people like you to feel better by rebalancing your gut & optimizing your health.
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  • 325: Cultivating Wellness: Harnessing The Power Of Homemade Sauerkraut
    Mar 21 2024

    Today’s show is brought to you by AUS! A new card game featuring ancient African art and culture. Similar to Uno but with a unique twist, AUS promises hours of fun and cultural exploration.

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    This is our Healthy Gut episode, where we delve into topics related to gut health. In today’s episode, we explore the wonders of sauerkraut and its benefits for a healthy gut.

    Homemade Sauerkraut Episode Details:
    • The benefits of sauerkraut for gut health.
    • The concept of humans as beings inhabited by bacteria.
    • Kim and Jamal's personal experiences with sauerkraut and its effects on their health.
    • The history of sauerkraut, tracing its origins from China to Germany and eventually to the United States.
    • The differences between cooked and fermented sauerkraut, emphasizing the health benefits of fermentation.
    • Kim's journey of learning to make sauerkraut and the transformative power of fermented foods.
    • The probiotic properties of sauerkraut, including its rich content of vitamins A and C, and its role in promoting heart health.
    • Comparing sauerkraut to probiotic supplements and the advantages of homemade sauerkraut over store-bought varieties.
    • A simple sauerkraut recipe
    • Tips on incorporating sauerkraut into your diet.

    Homemade Sauerkraut Recipe

    Ingredients

    • Head of cabbage shredded
    • One large cabbage leaf
    • Pink Himalayan Salt or Celtic Sea Salt
    • Vegetable culture starter
    • Water
    • Quart mason jar with lid

    1. Place shredded cabbage in a bowl
    2. Sprinkle salt on top of cabbage
    3. Massage salt into shredded cabbage
    4. Cover the bowl with a plate and let sit on your counter for 24hrs
    5. After 24hrs the cabbage should have broken down a bit and some liquid should have accumulated at the bottom of the bowl. This is called Brine and will be used to make the sauerkraut so do not discard.
    6. Fill a quart mason jar with shredded cabbage.
    7. Then pour the brine from the bowl into the same mason jar.
    8. Top off the mason jar with water.
    9. Then place the large cabbage leaf across the top of the shredded cabbage, then press down.
    10. Secure the mason jar lid.
    11. Cover the mason jar with a towel and store in a warm dark place for 7 days.
    12. After 7 days open the mason jar and discard the large cabbage leaf.
    13. Cover the sauerkraut with the lid and store it in the refrigerator.

    Conclusion

    Homemade sauerkraut is not only delicious but also a powerhouse of nutrients that can significantly improve gut health. Incorporating this fermented food into your diet can lead to numerous health benefits.

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    18 mins
  • 324: Sweet Deception: Navigating The Honey Market
    Mar 14 2024

    Today's episode is sponsored by AUS! A new card game featuring ancient African art and culture. Similar to Uno but with a unique twist. Visit www.mesuracreations.com to learn more and pre-order your deck today.

    In this episode we are focusing on a health food and product information that has changed, specifically targeting commercial honey found in most grocery stores.

    Historical Significance of Honey

    • Jamal discusses the historical use of honey, dating back thousands of years in ancient Africa (region of Kemet) and ancient Greek culture, where honey was considered the “food of the Gods.”

    Health Benefits of Honey

    • Highlighting honey's healing nutritional factors, including antimicrobial properties, minerals, amino acids, antioxidants, and enzymes.
    • Discussing honey's traditional uses, such as boosting immunity and aiding in the healing of wounds, coughs, and sore throats.

    Potential Compromises in Honey Quality

    • Emphasizing the importance of honey quality and potential compromises in commercial honey.
    • Kim encourages listeners to consider the possibility of compromised honey being treated as a health product.

    Differentiating Honey Types

    • Exploring the three main types of honey: Raw Honey, Manuka Honey, and Regular Honey.
    • Jamal provides insights into the differences and health benefits of each type.

    Issues with Regular Honey

    • Exposing the problems with regular honey found on most grocery store shelves.
    • Jamal reveals that over 70% of honey labeled simply as “Honey” is fake, mixed, or of unknown origin.
    • Discussing the issues of overprocessing, pasteurization, and the lack of essential components in regular honey.
    • Highlighting that regular honey is essentially a sugary sweetener with no health benefits.

    Guidance for Choosing Quality Honey

    • Recommending consumers to avoid regular honey and opt for honey from local producers, raw honey, Manuka honey, or organic honey.

    Before we go…

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    Until next time…

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    16 mins
  • 323: Unmasking Oat Milk: The Toxic Truth Behind A ‘Healthy’ Beverage
    Mar 7 2024

    Welcome to Episode 323 of the Life, Strength & Health Podcast sponsored by AUS!™ In this episode we discuss the untold truth about Oat Milk and its potential health risks.

    In this episode about oat milk, we discuss:

    The Rise of Oat Milk

    • Oat milk's surge in popularity as a perceived healthier alternative to traditional dairy.
    • Introduction of hosts Kim and Jamal and their exploration of the topic.

    Deceptive Health Claims:

    • Discussion on the misconception of Oat Milk as a healthy food.
    • Examination of lectins and phytates in oat milk, and their adverse effects on health.

    Glyphosate Contamination:

    • Explanation of glyphosate, the primary pesticide used in oat production.
    • Impact of glyphosate on essential minerals, gut health, and overall well-being.

    Organic vs. Conventional Oat Milk:

    • Comparison between organic and conventional oat milk varieties.
    • Analysis of brands like Pacific vs. Oatly in terms of quality and health implications.

    Blood Sugar and Beyond:

    • Evaluation of oat milk's effect on blood sugar levels compared to almond milk.
    • Consideration of broader health implications beyond nutritional content.

    The Downside vs. Upsides:

    • Recap of the negative aspects revealed in the episode.
    • Discussion on any potential positive attributes or alternative options.

    Before we go…

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    Until next time…

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