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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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 Gelatin Marshmallows Recipe (+ Rose Variation)
My simple recipe for fluffy homemade marshmallows made with grass-fed beef gelatin and cane sugar or maple syrup, no corn syrup required. Plus how to turn them into rose marshmallows and a full herbal monograph on rose.
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.
How Hypothyroidism Could Secretly be Sabotaging your Weight Loss Goals, Hormones & Overall Wellness
Hidden hypothyroidism may be silently sabotaging your metabolism, making weight loss feel impossible while disrupting hormone balance and overall energy. This article explores how modern diets, stress, and environmental toxins contribute to thyroid dysfunction—and what you can do to restore optimal function naturally.
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.
Dr. Ray Peat on Progesterone: The Hidden Hero of Heart Health
Ivy’s latest article examines Dr Ray Peat's perspective on the complex connection between hormones and heart health. The piece invites readers to consider how nutrition and subtle hormonal influences might shape overall cardiovascular wellness.
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
Only seven botanicals truly meet the scientific criteria for adaptogens. Monographs on all seven, drawing on Ayurveda, TCM, and Western herbalism.
Ray Peat Approved Foods List
The complete guide to bioenergetic eating: fruits, dairy, proteins, fats, grey area foods, and a detailed FAQ.
Best Water Filters for Fluoride, Aluminum & PFAS
A 2026 comparison of reverse osmosis and gravity filters from someone who has used them all firsthand.
Clean Mineral Sunscreen Brands + DIY Zinc Sun Balm
The cleanest mineral sunscreens on the market, plus the non-nano zinc sun balm I make at home instead.
Natural Tick Repellent That Works
Plant-based repellents that hold up in studies, a DIY recipe, and the case against DEET and permethrin.
The Clean Coffee Buying Guide
Every brand that passes strict criteria: third-party tested, organic, mold-free, with a Swiss Water decaf option.