Where to buy grass-finished regenerative beef direct from the farm, what vaccine technologies are licensed for US cattle and swine, and a five-step process for checking a farm's claims.

Most herbs marketed as adaptogens are not actually adaptogens. This guide covers the seven that meet all three of Brekhman's criteria, including bidirectional normalization, with short monographs drawn from TCM, Ayurveda, and Western clinical herbalism.

Melatonin supplements can suppress your body's own production over time. A clinical herbalist covers safer, non-hormonal sleep support for adults and children, from chamomile and tart cherry juice to light exposure and magnesium.

Insect ingredients are in more foods than most people realize, and several new ones arrived in the last two years. This guide lists every label name to watch for, the parasites and allergens found in farmed insects, and the FDA's legal limits for bug fragments in everyday foods.

Bravecto, NexGard, Simparica, and Credelio carry an FDA alert for neurological reactions. A certified clinical herbalist ranks twelve natural flea and tick prevention methods, from diatomaceous earth to yard nematodes, and lays out what the toxicology record says about garlic for dogs.

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.

No agency grades essential oils, published case reports link lavender and tea tree oil to hormonal effects in children, and many oils are dangerous to cats and dogs. Here is what the research shows and what I use instead.

Six additives show up on the "Other Ingredients" line of most supplements. Here is what the research shows on each, which ones have real evidence behind the concern, and which ones do not.

Apeel has mostly left U.S. grocery shelves, but it is not discontinued. My September 2026 update covers the company's status, Organipeel on organic produce, the Apeel Reveal Act, and every store policy I could verify.

Osso Bucco is one of my favorite cuts of beef, and is rich in amino acids needed for skin, bone and joint health. I present the recipe I use to make this delicious hearty dish with modifications to make it in an Instant Pot, dutch oven or slow cooker. Enjoy!

Fish oil is sold as an anti-inflammatory. Laboratory testing of retail supplements tells a different story, and Ray Peat's objection to omega-3 oils goes further than shelf stability.

Viral posts this past year have claimed negative consequences of eating carrots on fertility, but are the contraceptive constituents actually found in the root of the carrot? Find out in this article.

This flourless gelatin pancake packs two tablespoons of gelatin and two eggs into one fluffy, high-protein breakfast. Around 5 grams of glycine per serving, no protein powder needed.

Not all cooking oils are created equal. This guide ranks the best low-PUFA, heat-stable fats for cooking and explains why many seed oils oxidize and inflame. Plus: safe, non-diet ways to use up seed oils you already own,without eating or applying them to your body.

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.

Non-toxic gift ideas for 2026, sorted by category with a quick finder for her, him, kids and the dog. These are the small businesses, farms and products I use myself, plus a few from my wish list.

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.

PFAS contamination is now a nationwide issue, but avoiding these “forever chemicals” isn’t impossible. This guide breaks down the latest findings and offers practical steps—from water filters to fiber-rich foods—to help protect your health.

The FDA walked back its 2025 natural desiccated thyroid ban. What the March 2026 guidance means for Armour Thyroid, NP Thyroid, insurance coverage, and patient access.

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.