Herbalism Articles: Traditional Practice, Primary Research
I'm Ivy Ham, a certified clinical herbalist. Every article in this library combines traditional practice from Western herbalism, Ayurveda, and Traditional Chinese Medicine with primary research you can check for yourself.
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Oxtail Soup Recipe (Slow Cooker or Instant Pot)
Grass-fed oxtail, potatoes and carrots cooked in the Instant Pot for 4 hours or in a slow cooker for 8. Includes an ingredient-by-ingredient check against what Ray Peat said about oxtail, starch, mushrooms, fish sauce and cook time.
Glycine for Sleep, Blood Sugar and Collagen: What the Trials Found
Glycine is the amino acid that makes up a third of collagen and gelatin. Here is what the human trials measured for sleep, blood sugar and glutathione, which foods contain the most, the doses researchers used, and what the safety literature records.
5 Ray Peat Inspired Dinner Ideas for a Pro-Metabolic Diet
These five Ray Peat inspired dinners are built around pro-metabolic principles, with balanced protein, easy-to-digest carbs, quality saturated fats, and gentle fiber in every meal.
Sourdough Bread on the Ray Peat Diet: What He Said
Peat never put sourdough on his recommended list, but in interviews he called a long-soaked loaf "very safe compared to the standard bread." Here is what he wrote, what he said, and how to pick a loaf that fits.
Does Cartilage Grow Back? Evidence For and Against
Duke researchers measured ongoing rebuilding in adult joint cartilage and named a candidate switch, miR-21. Whether that adds up to knee cartilage regeneration in a living person is a harder question. Here is the evidence for and against.
A Complete 7-Day Ray Peat–Inspired Bioenergetic Meal Plan
Check out this complete 7-day Ray Peat–inspired bioenergetic meal plan designed to boost energy, balance hormones, and support thyroid and liver health naturally. This plan emphasizes nutrient-dense whole foods like eggs, dairy, liver, seafood, fruit, and root vegetables while avoiding inflammatory PUFAs.
Homemade Marshmallows with Beef Gelatin, No Corn Syrup
A homemade marshmallow recipe with no corn syrup, built on grass-fed beef gelatin and cane sugar or maple syrup. Includes the full method, a rose petal variation, storage tips, and a rose herbal monograph.
Raw Carrot Salad for Hormone Balance: Why Ray Peat Recommended It
Discover how the raw carrot salad, popularized by Dr. Ray Peat’s bioenergetic diet, can help support hormone balance, reduce estrogen dominance, and improve digestion. Backed by its unique fibers and anti-inflammatory benefits, this simple recipe is a powerful tool for gut, liver, and thyroid health.
Potassium Electrolyte Drink: Best Ratio, Brands, DIY Recipe
Most electrolyte powders lead with sodium. I looked at what Ray Peat wrote about salt and potassium, compared three brands by ratio and ingredients, and rebuilt my potassium drink recipe with nettle and hibiscus instead of stevia and natural flavors.
Hypothyroidism and Weight Loss: How Low Thyroid Affects Metabolism
Low thyroid function slows resting metabolism, shifts estrogen and cortisol, and makes weight loss harder. This article covers what the research and the older thyroid literature say about diagnosis, medications, nutrients, herbs, and desiccated thyroid.
Ray Peat Inspired Savory Beef and Gelatin Broth Bowl
Discover how gelatin, praised by Dr. Ray Peat for its stress-busting and anti-aging benefits, can transform your health with this simple broth recipe. Packed with glycine and easy to make, it’s a tasty way to support wellness inspired by Peat’s groundbreaking insights.
Plant Milk and Gut Health: What Is in the Carton
Most plant milks contain gums, emulsifiers, and added seed oils chosen for shelf life rather than nutrition. A look at what carrageenan, gellan gum, stevia extract, and enzyme-processed oat milk do in the gut, plus a ranked comparison of every common milk including raw dairy.
Ray Peat on Progesterone and Heart Health: What He Argued and What Trials Show
Ray Peat wrote that progesterone, not estrogen, is the coronary protection factor of women. This guide walks through his argument, the hormone trials that changed the medical consensus, and where the evidence is still unsettled.
Ray Peat Gelatin Gummies Recipe (+ Pomegranate Variation)
These Ray Peat-inspired fruit juice gummies are a simple, protein-rich treat made with gelatin and fresh juice, offering a deliciously nourishing snack that's easy to customize.
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Adaptogenic Herbs for Stress
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Best Water Filters for Fluoride, Aluminum & PFAS
A 2026 comparison of reverse osmosis and gravity filters from someone who has used them all firsthand.
Natural Tick Repellent That Works
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