<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Carnivore Mama]]></title><description><![CDATA[Animal-based eating, toxin-free homemaking, and joyfully raising resilient kids.]]></description><link>https://www.thecarnivoremama.com</link><image><url>https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!tkuM!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F982a118c-a11b-495c-97ac-cde3c4554c5a_1024x1024.png</url><title>The Carnivore Mama</title><link>https://www.thecarnivoremama.com</link></image><generator>Substack</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 11:31:09 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><copyright><![CDATA[Mama Carnivore]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><webMaster><![CDATA[thecarnivoremama@substack.com]]></webMaster><itunes:owner><itunes:email><![CDATA[thecarnivoremama@substack.com]]></itunes:email><itunes:name><![CDATA[Mama Carnivore]]></itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author><![CDATA[Mama Carnivore]]></itunes:author><googleplay:owner><![CDATA[thecarnivoremama@substack.com]]></googleplay:owner><googleplay:email><![CDATA[thecarnivoremama@substack.com]]></googleplay:email><googleplay:author><![CDATA[Mama Carnivore]]></googleplay:author><itunes:block><![CDATA[Yes]]></itunes:block><item><title><![CDATA[The Best Budget Non-Toxic Glass Food Storage Containers That Are 100% Plastic-Free]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to Build an Affordable Non-Toxic Kitchen Storage System for Under $20 (or Free!)]]></description><link>https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/p/the-best-budget-non-toxic-glass-food</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/p/the-best-budget-non-toxic-glass-food</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mama Carnivore]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jun 2025 12:37:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!cUdK!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdd4cfb4e-4850-47d7-a7e8-64c940a10b70_1232x928.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you've ever stored broth or pasta sauce in plastic containers, you've probably noticed how different they taste compared to when they were fresh-made or from a newly opened glass jar. But it's not just about taste. Plastic&#8212;especially recycled plastic&#8212;can leach endocrine disruptors and toxins into your leftover meals, particularly when used with acidic or hot foods. That "off" leftovers taste you're accustomed to may have nothing to do with the food going bad! The good news? One simple and very inexpensive kitchen swap can keep your food and family safer. Here's how to switch to glass for pennies per meal.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!cUdK!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdd4cfb4e-4850-47d7-a7e8-64c940a10b70_1232x928.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!cUdK!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdd4cfb4e-4850-47d7-a7e8-64c940a10b70_1232x928.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!cUdK!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdd4cfb4e-4850-47d7-a7e8-64c940a10b70_1232x928.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!cUdK!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdd4cfb4e-4850-47d7-a7e8-64c940a10b70_1232x928.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!cUdK!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdd4cfb4e-4850-47d7-a7e8-64c940a10b70_1232x928.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!cUdK!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdd4cfb4e-4850-47d7-a7e8-64c940a10b70_1232x928.png" width="1232" height="928" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/dd4cfb4e-4850-47d7-a7e8-64c940a10b70_1232x928.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:928,&quot;width&quot;:1232,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:1879190,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/i/165363505?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdd4cfb4e-4850-47d7-a7e8-64c940a10b70_1232x928.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!cUdK!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdd4cfb4e-4850-47d7-a7e8-64c940a10b70_1232x928.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!cUdK!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdd4cfb4e-4850-47d7-a7e8-64c940a10b70_1232x928.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!cUdK!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdd4cfb4e-4850-47d7-a7e8-64c940a10b70_1232x928.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!cUdK!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdd4cfb4e-4850-47d7-a7e8-64c940a10b70_1232x928.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg role="img" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><title></title><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h2>The Clear Gold Standard for Non-Toxic Storage</h2><p>Besides being beautiful and letting you easily see what's inside, glass containers are chemically inert. That means:</p><ul><li><p><strong>No Leaching, Ever</strong>. Unlike plastic containers&#8212;which can release harmful chemicals (BPA, phthalates, microplastics) when they heat up or age&#8212;glass won&#8217;t interact with your food. You can store hot bone broth, cold cuts, or even acidic tomato sauce without worrying about invisible contaminants seeping in.</p></li><li><p><strong>Flavor and Nutrient Integrity</strong>. Because glass doesn&#8217;t absorb odors or flavors, your meals taste just as you intended. Your next-day steak won&#8217;t pick up a &#8220;plastic&#8221; aftertaste; your homemade broth won&#8217;t take on lingering notes of last week&#8217;s soup.</p></li><li><p><strong>Safety and Purity.</strong> When tiny fingers clam up on a glass cup, there&#8217;s no chemical trade-off. You&#8217;re giving them a toxin-free vessel, and giving yourself peace of mind too.</p></li></ul><p>Got a pantry full of plastic? Making the healthy swap to glass might be more affordable than you think! Here are some low to no-cost ideas for going plastic-free.</p><h2>Mason Jar: The Low-Cost Everyday Workhorse</h2><p>If there&#8217;s a poster child for glass food storage, it&#8217;s the classic Mason Jar. They can be easily bought online for less than a dollar a jar, or if you're willing to do a little hunting, at local stores for less than that. Here are some ways to use them to quit plastic:</p><ol><li><p><strong>Leftovers and Meal Prep</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Bone Broth &amp; Stock</strong>: Pour hot broth straight into a <a href="https://amzn.to/4kO3wKu">wide-mouth quart (32 oz) jar</a>; seal and freeze. Defrost in the fridge and heat in a saucepan or the microwave.</p></li><li><p><strong>Dinner in Two Minutes</strong>: Batch prep meals and spoon them into <a href="https://amzn.to/3FxsQ8R">wide-mouth pint (16 oz) jar.</a> Reheat in the microwave or oven, and tip it out onto your dinnerware (or eat it out of the jar and you'll cut down exponentially on doing dishes!).</p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Baby Food &amp; Toddler Drinks</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Meat Purees</strong>: When I started making pureed salmon and beef for my then six-month-old, I used the <a href="https://amzn.to/3ZPTgt8">4 oz jelly jars</a> to store and feed. Baby gets a great view of his food and no plastic leaching into it.</p></li><li><p><strong>Mason Bottle Straw Tops</strong>: <a href="https://amzn.to/45IGUa4">This platinum medical-grade silicone straw top</a> is a staple in our house. I put it on an <a href="https://amzn.to/43NnFtw">8 oz regular mouth jar</a> (which hasn't broken yet, despite being dropped from table height&#8211;twice! But if you don't want to give you toddler glass, they also have <a href="https://amzn.to/4jWYCdH">a stainless steel jar</a>).</p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Beverages &amp; Hydration</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Water, Iced Coffee, Bone Broth Sippers</strong>: Use a lid with a straw hole on a <a href="https://amzn.to/3FxsQ8R">wide-mouth pint</a>, <a href="https://amzn.to/4kO3wKu">quart jar</a>, or <a href="https://amzn.to/4n82n2L">stackable drinking glass</a> for splash-proof hydration. Skip plastic completely with a <a href="https://amzn.to/43siWyr">Made in USA glass straw</a>.</p></li><li><p><strong>Infused Water</strong>: Drop in a sprig of rosemary or a few berries into a <a href="https://amzn.to/4mR3Ji1">half-gallon (64 oz) jar</a>, fill with water, and let it steep in the fridge. No plastic floating around.</p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Pantry Storage</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Dry Goods</strong>: For items like coffee, salt, or spices, Mason Jars keep everything visible, organized, and airtight.</p></li></ul></li></ol><p>I love these <a href="https://amzn.to/43vGToz">one-piece stainless steel lids</a> for everything&#8211;from storing pantry goods to refrigerating leftovers to freezing baby food.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!4zd2!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Faeec3102-2bb9-4f3e-a225-dffca4b08147_1232x928.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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My own &#8220;aha&#8221; moment came when I realized how many jars I tossed out each month. Instead of letting them accumulate in the recycling bin, I started setting them aside, washing them, and peeling off labels. Now I have a ready supply of 8 oz to 32 oz jars&#8212;without ever spending a dime.</p><p>Here&#8217;s how I give preloved jars a second life:</p><ol><li><p><strong>Clean &amp; De-label</strong></p><ul><li><p>Many labels can be pulled right off the dry jar. Start at a corner and go slowly, as this helps to keep the adhesive attached to the label instead of the jar.</p></li><li><p>For labels that are a bit more stubborn, soak the jar in warm, soapy water for 15&#8211;20 minutes. Then rub off the paper label and use a scrub pad or a dab of olive oil to remove stuck on glue.</p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Match Lids &amp; Repurpose</strong></p><ul><li><p>Save original lids whenever possible&#8212;many screw-tops seal airtight even after multiple uses.</p></li><li><p>For lids that are rusty or can't be reused, repurpose these as open-jar storage for things like extra utensils, glass straws, or keeping writing utensils within arm's reach.</p></li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Sort by Size &amp; Function</strong></p><ul><li><p>Keep a &#8220;Prep Station&#8221; shelf in your kitchen where 4 oz and 8 oz jars live&#8212;perfect for small meat purees, condiments, or toddler snacks.</p></li><li><p>Use 16 oz and 32 oz jars for batch-cooked bone broth, shredded beef, or diced chicken. These sizes also double as drinking glasses or &#8220;meal in a jar&#8221; containers you can take to work.</p></li><li><p>Reserve any odd larger jars (like 64 oz vessels) for pantry staples like coarse sea salt, collagen powder, dried herbs, or even bagged snacks (e.g., pork rinds).</p></li></ul></li></ol><p>Because these glass jars were already paid for by enjoying the food inside, you&#8217;re essentially getting premium non-toxic food storage for free! Over time, you&#8217;ll see just how quickly a &#8220;no-cost&#8221; collection grows: every bottle of pickles or jar of tomato sauce becomes tomorrow&#8217;s fridge essential.</p><h2>Bonus: Choose Foods Sold in Glass</h2><p>The benefits of going plastic-free start at the grocery store. When you opt for products packaged in glass, you get non-toxic benefits from the very start:</p><ul><li><p><strong>No Hidden Plastics.</strong> Many commercially packaged foods (spice blends, bone broth, sauces, even fish oil) come in plastic-lined cans or BPA-coated pouches. Glass packaging eliminates that worry entirely, so you can be certain nothing leached into your meal before it even hit your shopping cart.</p></li><li><p><strong>Superior Freshness &amp; Flavor. </strong>Glass doesn&#8217;t impart off-flavors or odors. A store-bought bone broth in a glass bottle won't have picked up a plasticky taste from being stored in a plastic bottle or "paper" (plastic-lined) carton. If you&#8217;re feeding little ones meat purees or smoothies, that subtle difference matters.</p></li><li><p><strong>Instant Reusability. </strong>Every glass jar or bottle you buy becomes tomorrow&#8217;s storage option. You&#8217;ll quickly notice fewer trips to the store for new containers.</p></li></ul><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Szhu!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F122241ee-1748-4354-a6e0-fa166bef9cbf_1232x928.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Szhu!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F122241ee-1748-4354-a6e0-fa166bef9cbf_1232x928.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Szhu!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F122241ee-1748-4354-a6e0-fa166bef9cbf_1232x928.png 848w, 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Plus, glass reinforces the purity of a carnivore lifestyle: no off-flavors, no warping, no toxic leaching.</p><p>Here are a few suggested steps for making this your reality:</p><ol><li><p><strong>Stash &amp; Repurpose.</strong> Collect glass bottles and jars from pantry staples. Wash, remove labels, and start reusing them for your own meals.</p></li><li><p><strong>Purge Plastic.</strong> Audit the plastic containers you use the most, especially if any are used in the microwave or with acidic or fatty foods. Swap these out for glass first.</p></li><li><p><strong>Set a Simple Goal</strong>. Make a game of it and challenge yourself! (e.g., &#8220;Replace all leftover containers with glass by month&#8217;s end&#8221;)</p></li><li><p><strong>Celebrate Small Wins</strong>. Comment with a photo of your glass-only fridge or a successful batch of bone broth stored in jars!</p></li></ol><p>Next time you bring home a new glass-packaged sauce or jar of pickles, pause and think: &#8220;How many future jars of bone broth, baby-food portions, or meal-prep meals can this bottle become?&#8221; You&#8217;ll never miss that plastic clutter again.</p><h2>Like this post?</h2><p>Come hang out and get more sustainable swaps for turning kitchen chaos into clean living. A table full of real food. Strong kids. A little less plastic, a lot more peace.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><div><hr></div><p><em>If you choose to make a purchase through some of the links on this page, I may receive a small thank-you commission as an Amazon affiliate&#8212;at no cost to you! Thank you for your support!</em></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Feed Your Kids When You’re Carnivore (Without Making Two Dinners)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Simple strategies for feeding your family real food without becoming a short-order cook.]]></description><link>https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/p/how-to-feed-your-kids-when-youre</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/p/how-to-feed-your-kids-when-youre</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mama Carnivore]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2025 16:11:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F93b12d06-5b63-4d8b-b3fa-8079620019b5_1344x896.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I know it&#8217;s a sample size of one, but given that my two-and-a-half-year-old is wearing size 4T clothing, I feel like my hypothesis is working out: <strong>feed kids meat and plenty of protein, and they&#8217;ll grow big and strong.</strong></p><p>But I don&#8217;t necessarily advocate putting kids on a strict carnivore meal plan. While it can be helpful for some (relatively rare) health issues, in general I want to offer my kids as much variety and sensory food experiences as they can stomach (literally).</p><p>How do you provide variety without needing to cook sixteen different dinners every night? Follow the golden rules of stress-busting batch cooking: <strong>batch, portion, and freeze.</strong></p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!SYIg!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fea2e03b3-34b0-4d9e-91f0-b40ba7345017_1344x896.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!SYIg!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fea2e03b3-34b0-4d9e-91f0-b40ba7345017_1344x896.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!SYIg!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fea2e03b3-34b0-4d9e-91f0-b40ba7345017_1344x896.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!SYIg!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fea2e03b3-34b0-4d9e-91f0-b40ba7345017_1344x896.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!SYIg!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fea2e03b3-34b0-4d9e-91f0-b40ba7345017_1344x896.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!SYIg!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fea2e03b3-34b0-4d9e-91f0-b40ba7345017_1344x896.jpeg" width="1344" height="896" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/ea2e03b3-34b0-4d9e-91f0-b40ba7345017_1344x896.jpeg&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:896,&quot;width&quot;:1344,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:377400,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://www.tallowandgrace.com/i/162327382?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fea2e03b3-34b0-4d9e-91f0-b40ba7345017_1344x896.jpeg&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!SYIg!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fea2e03b3-34b0-4d9e-91f0-b40ba7345017_1344x896.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!SYIg!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fea2e03b3-34b0-4d9e-91f0-b40ba7345017_1344x896.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!SYIg!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fea2e03b3-34b0-4d9e-91f0-b40ba7345017_1344x896.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!SYIg!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fea2e03b3-34b0-4d9e-91f0-b40ba7345017_1344x896.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg role="img" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><title></title><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h2>1. Cook One Base Protein for Everyone</h2><p>You don&#8217;t need to make two dinners. You just need one simple base: a roast chicken, a sheet pan of steaks, or a slow cooker full of shredded pork.</p><p>Start everyone's plate with the same protein, then build out from there.</p><p>For yourself? Just steak.</p><p>For the kids? Diced steak + fruit slices + a small sweet potato.</p><p>Batch prep some sides, and suddenly adding variety to your kid&#8217;s (or husband&#8217;s) plate is as easy as heat-and-eat, without extra cooking at dinner time.</p><h2>2. Batch Prep Easy Extras for the Week</h2><p>Kids often need (and appreciate) a little more variety than adults, especially when it comes to carbs and colors.</p><p>Instead of cooking new sides every night, batch prepare a few simple, clean foods once a week:</p><ul><li><p>Roasted potatoes (cubed, roasted in tallow or butter)</p></li><li><p>Steamed white rice (cooked in bone broth for extra nutrition if you like)</p></li><li><p>Washed, cut strawberries and blueberries (or frozen ones for an even faster option&#8212;just leave them out a few minutes to defrost and squish larger berries for new eaters)</p></li><li><p>Cubed or shredded cheese (for quick snack plates&#8212;avoid anti-caking agents like cornstarch and cellulose in pre-shredded cheeses by buying a block of cheese and cutting it yourself)</p></li></ul><p>Portion these into small glass containers (like <a href="https://amzn.to/3Goxczh">four ounce</a> or <a href="https://amzn.to/3RCMwKP">eight ounce Mason jars</a>) and freeze. When it's mealtime, pull what you need out of the freezer, heat, and plate! Having everything in stock makes it easy to mix and match quickly and create interesting meals.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!8pzW!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd233e582-0549-4573-a1c8-4c98c0051d5b_1344x896.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!8pzW!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd233e582-0549-4573-a1c8-4c98c0051d5b_1344x896.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!8pzW!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd233e582-0549-4573-a1c8-4c98c0051d5b_1344x896.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!8pzW!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd233e582-0549-4573-a1c8-4c98c0051d5b_1344x896.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!8pzW!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd233e582-0549-4573-a1c8-4c98c0051d5b_1344x896.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!8pzW!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd233e582-0549-4573-a1c8-4c98c0051d5b_1344x896.jpeg" width="1344" height="896" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d233e582-0549-4573-a1c8-4c98c0051d5b_1344x896.jpeg&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:896,&quot;width&quot;:1344,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:546976,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://www.tallowandgrace.com/i/162327382?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd233e582-0549-4573-a1c8-4c98c0051d5b_1344x896.jpeg&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!8pzW!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd233e582-0549-4573-a1c8-4c98c0051d5b_1344x896.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!8pzW!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd233e582-0549-4573-a1c8-4c98c0051d5b_1344x896.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!8pzW!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd233e582-0549-4573-a1c8-4c98c0051d5b_1344x896.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!8pzW!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd233e582-0549-4573-a1c8-4c98c0051d5b_1344x896.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg role="img" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><title></title><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h2>3. Build &#8220;Protein-First&#8221; Plates</h2><p>Meat first. Carbs and extras second.</p><p>Start your child&#8217;s plate with their protein (a small portion of what you&#8217;re eating), and only then add fruit, rice, eggs, or a small veggie side. If your child tends to gobble up the sweet things first and run out of room for protein, you might even put the protein and sides in separate <a href="https://amzn.to/3EI8TM0">kid-friendly stainless steel bowls</a> and only serve the extras after your little one has had some bites of meat.</p><p>This keeps their main calories coming from real, nutrient-dense foods instead of carbs or filler snacks.</p><h2>4. Normalize Simple, Repetitive Meals</h2><p>Kids thrive on routine. You don&#8217;t have to create Pinterest-worthy lunches or elaborate theme nights for every dinner.</p><p>Simple patterns like:</p><ul><li><p>Meat + Fruit</p></li><li><p>Meat + Rice</p></li><li><p>Eggs + Berries</p></li></ul><p>...build strong, adventurous eaters without burning you out.</p><p>In fact, the more repetitive and stable the meals are, the less likely you&#8217;ll see picky eating later on.<a class="footnote-anchor" data-component-name="FootnoteAnchorToDOM" id="footnote-anchor-1" href="#footnote-1" target="_self">1</a></p><h2>5. Shift Your Mindset: You&#8217;re Nourishing, Not Catering</h2><p>Instead of thinking, &#8220;how do I make my child happy at every meal?&#8221; it might help to focus on &#8220;how do I help my child explore real food and nourishment?&#8221;</p><p>Your home isn&#8217;t a restaurant. 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And you can also serve them mostly frozen for a cool hot-weather treat! A <a href="https://amzn.to/44wdrzR">32 ounce bag of organic wild blueberries</a> lasts us forever.</p><h3>5 Foods to Batch Prep Weekly:</h3><ul><li><p>Roasted potatoes or carrots</p></li><li><p>White rice or farro</p></li><li><p>Washed or frozen berries</p></li><li><p>Shredded cheddar or mozzarella</p></li></ul><p>Dice and portion foods, then freeze portions individually. I love using these <a href="https://amzn.to/4lKlDCt">Made in USA wide-mouth 8 oz Kerr Mason jars</a>. They&#8217;re compatible with these <a href="https://amzn.to/42xwgBb">one-piece stainless steel lids</a> (that also fit all wide-mouth Mason jars!).</p><h2>Plan for Success</h2><p>For more ideas on how to feed your omnivore family when you&#8217;re a carnivore, grab my <strong><a href="https://mamacarnivore.gumroad.com/l/7-day-carnivore-meal-plan-plus?layout=profile">7-Day Carnivore Meal Plan + Family Add-Ons</a>! I'll also send it to you for free when you subscribe. </strong>It&#8217;s packed with carnivore snack ideas, batch-cook or no-cook omnivore sides, and checklists and templates to help you plan for success.</p><p>You don&#8217;t need to be a short-order cook to feed your family well. One strong meal at a time is enough.</p><p>Start with meat. Add love. Add grace. You&#8217;re building up more than you think.</p><h3>Want more simple strategies for clean, joyful family meals?</h3><p>Every strong family is built on one meal at a time. 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Thank you for your support!</em></p><div class="footnote" data-component-name="FootnoteToDOM"><a id="footnote-1" href="#footnote-anchor-1" class="footnote-number" contenteditable="false" target="_self">1</a><div class="footnote-content"><p><a href="https://healthyeatingresearch.org/tips-for-families/ages-2-8-feeding-recommendations/">A report from Healthy Eating Research at Duke University</a> emphasizes that it may take children sampling a food 10 to 15 times before they take to eating it, underscoring the importance of patience and repetition in developing healthy eating habits.</p></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hidden Toxins in your Skincare and Easy, Healthier Swaps]]></title><description><![CDATA[What does your skin eat? 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If you want to make a sustainable switch to healthier, low-toxin options, this is the post for you. Don't worry! You don&#8217;t have to overhaul everything overnight. Start small. Swap what you use the most. 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routines.</p><ul><li><p><strong>Deodorant &amp; Antiperspirant:</strong> Conventional options often contain aluminum salts (which block detox pathways like sweating) and fragrance blends linked to hormone disruption and skin irritation.</p></li><li><p><strong>Toothpaste &amp; Floss:</strong> Some flosses (especially &#8220;glide&#8221; types) are coated with PFAS, and many toothpastes contain synthetic preservatives, artificial flavors, or fluoride, which may be something you choose to avoid.</p></li><li><p><strong>Lip Balm &amp; Lipstick:</strong> What goes on your lips often ends up inside you. Many mainstream lip products contain lead, parabens, PFAS, or petroleum-based waxes, especially in long-wear formulas.</p></li><li><p><strong>Body Wash &amp; Lotion:</strong> Often full of fragrance, parabens, and artificial dyes that do nothing for your health&#8212;but everything to irritate your skin and burden your system.</p></li><li><p><strong>Makeup:</strong> Foundation, mascara, and powders can contain PFAS for waterproofing or talc contaminated with asbestos. Fragrance and dyes are also common.</p></li><li><p><strong>Period Products:</strong> Even &#8220;cotton&#8221; tampons can contain fragrance, pesticide residues, and plastic applicators&#8212;delivering toxins to the most absorbent areas of your body.</p></li></ul><p>If you're curious about where to start, you can find a full searchable list of the products I choose for my own family at <a href="https://nontoxicgoods.com/">NontoxicGoods.com</a>!</p><h1>Ingredients to Avoid</h1><p>Here's a list of toxins you can avoid with a close look at the label and packaging.</p><h3>Fragrance / Parfum</h3><p>A legal loophole. Manufacturers are not required to disclose the individual chemicals used to create their proprietary scents. This catch-all term can include <em>phthalates</em>, <em>synthetic musks</em>, and hundreds of harmful undisclosed chemicals. If you see &#8220;fragrance&#8221; or &#8220;parfum&#8221; and the brand doesn&#8217;t fully disclose what&#8217;s inside it, skip it.</p><h3>Parabens</h3><p>Look for anything ending in <em>-paraben</em> (e.g. methylparaben, propylparaben, butylparaben). These are common in moisturizers, lotions, and makeup as preservatives and have estrogenic effects.</p><h3>Phthalates</h3><p>Rarely listed by name. Instead, they often hide in:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Fragrance/parfum</strong> (they help scent stick to skin)</p></li><li><p><strong>Plastic packaging</strong> or applicators</p></li><li><p><strong>Flexible plastics</strong> (like squeezable tubes)</p></li><li><p><strong>Vinyl labels</strong> or coatings on packaging</p></li></ul><p><strong>Tip:</strong> Avoid &#8220;long-lasting&#8221; fragrance or flexible plastic packaging when possible.</p><h3>PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances)</h3><p>Almost never named directly. Be cautious of:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Waterproof</strong> or <strong>long-wear</strong> makeup (mascara, foundation, lipstick)</p></li><li><p><strong>Non-stick or "smooth glide" claims</strong> on floss and applicators</p></li><li><p><strong>"Stain-resistant" or "moisture-wicking" fabrics</strong> in packaging, wipes, or pads</p></li></ul><p><strong>Tip:</strong> If it boasts water resistance, grease-proofing, or long wear, it may contain PFAS&#8212;even if not disclosed.</p><h3>Aluminum Salts</h3><p>Look for ingredients like <em>aluminum chlorohydrate</em>, <em>aluminum zirconium tetrachlorohydrex gly</em>, etc.&#8212;most often found in <strong>antiperspirants</strong>.</p><h3>Artificial Dyes</h3><p>Typically labeled as:</p><ul><li><p><em>FD&amp;C</em> or <em>D&amp;C</em> followed by a color and number (e.g. <em>FD&amp;C Red 40</em>)<br>These are common in shampoos, lotions, lipsticks, and kids&#8217; products.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Tip:</strong> Brightly colored products are usually artificially dyed.</p><h3>BPA &amp; Plastics</h3><p>These won&#8217;t be on a product label&#8212;but look out for:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Plastic containers with recycling codes #3 or #7</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Glossy coatings</strong> (especially thermal receipt paper, toothbrush handles, applicators, floss picks)</p></li><li><p><strong>Scented or colored tampons and pads</strong> (may have plastic coatings or BPA-laced components)</p></li></ul><p><strong>Tip:</strong> Choose glass, stainless steel, bamboo, or paper packaging when possible.</p><blockquote><p><strong>Did you know?</strong> The skin is not just a barrier&#8212;it&#8217;s a sponge. If you wouldn&#8217;t eat it, think twice before putting it on your body.</p></blockquote><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!b-u_!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F94b15581-c034-42cb-90f3-76afff84f961_1344x896.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!b-u_!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F94b15581-c034-42cb-90f3-76afff84f961_1344x896.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!b-u_!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F94b15581-c034-42cb-90f3-76afff84f961_1344x896.jpeg 848w, 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href="https://nontoxicgoods.com">NontoxicGoods.com</a>! I only recommend the products that we use and love&#8211;and I keep this list updated each time I find a new swap.</p><ul><li><p><strong>Natural deodorant instead of antiperspirant:</strong> Look for solid sticks with essential oils or gentle formulas free from baking soda and fragrance blends. For a ridiculously simple deodorant option, try <a href="https://amzn.to/4kt8kFe">a "salt stick" crystal deodorant</a>.</p></li><li><p><strong>Floss: </strong>Use plant waxed silk or charcoal floss without PFAS coatings. My favorites are these <a href="https://amzn.to/3FiAa85">BPA, PFAS, and PTFE-free floss picks</a>.</p></li><li><p><strong>Toothpaste:</strong> Try one made with non-nano hydroxyapatite (a fluoride alternative) and no artificial flavors, like <a href="https://amzn.to/3GZGC4x">this USA-made prebiotic mineral toothpaste</a>.</p></li><li><p><strong>Lip Care:</strong> Choose organic balms or lipsticks, and avoid &#8220;longwear&#8221; products. For a super simple and healthy lip balm, try <a href="https://open.substack.com/pub/tallowandgrace/p/how-to-make-nourishing-diy-tallow?r=5h0zp2&amp;utm_campaign=post&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;showWelcomeOnShare=true">a DIY tallow balm recipe</a>!</p></li><li><p><strong>Skincare: </strong>Look for unscented or essential oil&#8211;scented versions based on tallow, shea or cacao butter, or other nourishing whole ingredients that you'd also find in your kitchen pantry. My favorite supplier is <a href="https://www.bellotallow.com">Bello Tallow</a>&#8212;most of their products are tested for PFAS.</p></li><li><p><strong>Makeup: </strong>Start with brands that test for heavy metals and list every ingredient. <a href="https://amzn.to/3Zlej6D">EWG Verified brands like this one are a good place to start</a>. Avoid &#8220;waterproof&#8221; or &#8220;24-hour wear&#8221; products which can include PFAS.</p></li><li><p><strong>Period Products:</strong> Opt for <a href="https://amzn.to/4krbyc8">organic cotton pads</a> or <a href="https://amzn.to/4jcl1Dm">organic cotton tampons</a> without applicators, or try reusable options like medical-grade silicone cups or washable cotton pads.</p></li></ul><h2>A Note on Mindset: Grace Over Guilt</h2><p>Rather than a race, lowering your family's toxic load is an ongoing journey of discovery. You don&#8217;t need to do everything at once. Focus first on what you use daily, like your deodorant, toothpaste, and lip balm. Start there. Replace products with healthier swaps when you run out.</p><p>Every small change you make contributes to a larger impact. 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discover new products and make healthier swaps that work better for your family, consider keeping a list or a capsule collection of your favorite new finds! This will help save time when you do the shopping and keep your choices conscious and intentional.</p></li><li><p><strong>Share With Your Community</strong>: Share your journey with friends and family. Start conversations about toxic ingredients and encourage others to join you in exploring healthier options.</p></li><li><p><strong>Celebrate Small Wins</strong>: Acknowledge your efforts! Every product swap is a step towards reducing your toxic load and enhancing your health. Celebrate these victories, no matter how small.</p></li></ol><p>Remember that change doesn't have to happen overnight. It&#8217;s perfectly okay to take your time, research better products, and find what works best for you and your family. You can build a healthier future one thoughtful choice at a time!</p><h3>Like this post?</h3><p>Come hang out and get more simple swaps for reducing toxins in your home!</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><div><hr></div><p><em>If you choose to make a purchase through some of the links on this page, I may receive a small thank-you commission as an Amazon affiliate&#8212;at no cost to you! Thank you for your support!</em></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Make Nourishing DIY Tallow Lip Balm (No Plastic, No Toxins)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Skip forever chemicals and endocrine disrupters by making your own animal-based lip balm!]]></description><link>https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/p/how-to-make-nourishing-diy-tallow</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/p/how-to-make-nourishing-diy-tallow</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mama Carnivore]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 12:26:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!4I3F!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb10d1b06-74b7-44e1-93cf-1e6afded778a_1344x896.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Most lip balms on store shelves are a cocktail of petroleum byproducts, synthetic fragrance, and plastic-leaching packaging. But soft, healthy lips don&#8217;t need all that. This simple DIY tallow lip balm deeply nourishes with only a few whole, clean ingredients that are safe enough to eat, and with no hormone-disrupting chemicals included.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!4I3F!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb10d1b06-74b7-44e1-93cf-1e6afded778a_1344x896.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!4I3F!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb10d1b06-74b7-44e1-93cf-1e6afded778a_1344x896.jpeg 424w, 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stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h2><strong>Why Tallow?</strong></h2><p>Grass-fed tallow is rich in skin-loving nutrients like vitamins A, D, E, and K. It&#8217;s incredibly healing, especially for chapped or sensitive lips, and mimics our skin&#8217;s natural oils for deep, lasting moisture.</p><h2><strong>Simple Recipe</strong></h2><p>Here's how you can make your own DIY tallow lip balm for a fraction of the cost of store-bought!</p><ul><li><p>4 tbsp grass-fed tallow</p></li><li><p>2 tbsp <a href="https://amzn.to/3SO3cPW">beeswax pellets</a> (for firmness and longer-lasting balm)</p></li><li><p>2 tsp <a href="https://amzn.to/3F2eVrb">jojoba oil</a> or <a href="https://amzn.to/3H4Iuc5">lanolin</a> (optional, for extra softness and moisture)</p></li><li><p>A few drops of <a href="https://amzn.to/4jgOAnb">essential oil</a> (optional&#8212;try lavender, orange, or peppermint)</p></li></ul><h3><strong>Instructions:</strong></h3><ol><li><p>In a <a href="https://amzn.to/43dJLow">double boiler</a> or heat-safe bowl or glass measuring cup over simmering water, gently melt the tallow and beeswax.</p></li><li><p>Stir in jojoba oil and essential oil, if using.</p></li><li><p>Pour into <a href="https://amzn.to/3YSc3nv">small glass pots</a> (avoid plastic tubes &#8212;heat and oils can cause plastic to leach).</p></li><li><p>Let cool completely before sealing.</p></li></ol><p>That&#8217;s it. Pure, nourishing care for your lips&#8212;no toxic ingredients, no endocrine-disrupting chemicals, and no compromises. Just healthy, soft lips!</p><h2><strong>Share the Goodness</strong></h2><p>While you can most certainly keep these simply wonderful balms all to yourself, making a batch of them makes for easy and thoughtful little gifts for birthdays, Easter baskets, or Christmas stockings!</p><p>Don't want to DIY? Check out the best tallow balms I've found on my family's personal database site, <a href="https://nontoxicgoods.com/">NontoxicGoods.com</a>!</p><p>Subscribe below for more nontoxic DIY ideas and healthier swaps for your whole home.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><div><hr></div><p><em>If you choose to make a purchase through some of the links on this page, I may receive a small thank-you commission as an Amazon affiliate&#8212;at no cost to you! Thank you for your support!</em></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free 7-Day Carnivore Diet Meal Plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Batch cook for a week with easy add-ons for the rest of your family!]]></description><link>https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/p/free-7-day-carnivore-diet-meal-plan</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/p/free-7-day-carnivore-diet-meal-plan</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mama Carnivore]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2025 11:41:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hg6_!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F454e27ed-b3f5-46d4-82d1-58d301d8cf87_1024x1024.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I follow the carnivore diet myself, but my toddler and husband eat a little differently, so I&#8217;ve learned how to build meals that start with meat and adapt from there. This plan is designed to be simple, nourishing, and flexible enough to keep everyone fed, without cooking separate dinners!</p><p>This 7-day carnivore diet meal plan (PDF below!) is built on real food, animal-based nutrition, and batch-cooked simplicity, with optional add-ons if your kids or spouse aren&#8217;t carnivore.</p><p>No ultra-processed &#8220;keto&#8221; snacks. No bisphenol-lined cans. Just nourishing, simple meals made to work in a real family kitchen.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hg6_!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F454e27ed-b3f5-46d4-82d1-58d301d8cf87_1024x1024.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hg6_!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F454e27ed-b3f5-46d4-82d1-58d301d8cf87_1024x1024.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hg6_!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F454e27ed-b3f5-46d4-82d1-58d301d8cf87_1024x1024.jpeg 848w, 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Think meat, poultry, fish, eggs, animal fats (like butter or tallow), and sometimes dairy if tolerated. No plants, grains, or processed carbs.</p><h3>Is cheese part of the carnivore diet?</h3><p>Cheese can be part of the carnivore diet, depending on your tolerance and dietary goals. The strictest form of carnivore includes only animal meats and excludes all dairy, but many include cheese as an animal-derived food that adds variety, fat, and flavor. Aged, hard cheeses are often preferred for their lower lactose content, making them easier to digest. Be aware that some people may experience inflammation, digestive issues, or stalls in weight loss with dairy, so you may want to try eliminating it if you have any of these issues.</p><h3><strong>Can you have cottage cheese on carnivore?</strong></h3><p>Yes, if you tolerate dairy well. Stick to full-fat, plain versions with no additives or gums. It can make a convenient side when I want variety or a no-prep snack option.</p><h3><strong>Can you have coffee or tea?</strong></h3><p>Technically no, since they&#8217;re plant-based. But many people (myself included) include coffee or herbal teas without issue. It depends on your goals and how strict you want to be.</p><p>Just be sure not to add sweeteners, creamers, or sugar. If you don&#8217;t like it black, try adding a little heavy cream, or whisking in butter with a blender or electric whisk.</p><h3><strong>Do you have to eat organ meats?</strong></h3><p>They&#8217;re nutrient-dense, but not required daily. I include small amounts of beef liver once or twice a week.</p><p>If you don&#8217;t care for the taste, you can mix it into ground beef or take desiccated organ supplements&#8211;but it&#8217;s purely optional.</p><h3><strong>Can I follow the carnivore diet if my family doesn&#8217;t eat carnivore?</strong></h3><p>Absolutely. Every day in this plan includes add-on suggestions from simple, no-prep or batch-cooked sides you can portion out for the rest of your family.</p><p>You don&#8217;t have to make two meals every night!</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2XPO!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F05340b36-a538-4954-8fee-957d509e8a2d_1232x928.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2XPO!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F05340b36-a538-4954-8fee-957d509e8a2d_1232x928.jpeg 424w, 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A 6-ounce portion of cooked meat per meal is a good starting point if you&#8217;re new to carnivore; adjust this as needed based on your appetite during the first week.</p></li><li><p>Portion meats into glass storage containers and freeze servings to keep them fresh.</p></li><li><p>Pull from the freezer as needed throughout the week&#8211;no emergency cooking sessions necessary!</p></li><li><p>Each day includes 3 meals, but listen to your hunger. Protein and fat are very satiating! Some people prefer two meals a day; others, like myself, prefer four smaller ones.</p></li><li><p>Focus on protein-first plates. Add fat (like butter or tallow) if needed to stay full and energized.</p></li><li><p>Use high-quality salt to season everything well. I like Morton Sea Salt and Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt best. Many other salts, even fancy ones, <a href="https://www.tallowandgrace.com/p/the-best-non-toxic-salt-without-heavy">were shown to have heavy metal contamination.</a></p></li></ul><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Y_Yt!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9f6eda2f-6827-4e5d-bc23-ba113ca74ddf_1344x896.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Y_Yt!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9f6eda2f-6827-4e5d-bc23-ba113ca74ddf_1344x896.jpeg 424w, 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stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h2><strong>The 7-Day Carnivore Meal Plan</strong></h2><p>Grab a printable PDF copy of this plan below!</p><p><strong>Sunday (Batch Cook Day 1)</strong></p><p>Batch cook:</p><ul><li><p>Ground beef patties (oven baked on a wire rack over a sheet pan)</p></li><li><p>Roasted chicken thighs (oven baked on a sheet pan)</p></li><li><p>Pan-seared salmon (while beef and chicken are baking)</p></li><li><p>Optional: if you&#8217;re cooking for others, roast a sheet pan of vegetables in the chicken/beef drippings after the meats are done (frozen veggies are fresher and more nutritious than produce aisle ones!)</p></li></ul><p>Meals:</p><ul><li><p>Breakfast: <strong>Beef patties,</strong> optionally with fried eggs if breakfast coincides with your cooking window. Add toast with butter/nut butters/honey for non-carnivores.</p></li><li><p>Lunch: <strong>Chicken thighs.</strong> For non-carnivores, add microwaved or roasted veggies tossed with butter and salt.</p></li><li><p>Dinner: <strong>Salmon.</strong> Add a simple assemble-and-serve salad (such as greens, pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries, and a Dijon vinaigrette) and toasted bread or fruit for non-carnivores.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Monday (No Cooking Needed!)</strong></p><ul><li><p>Breakfast: <strong>Shredded chicken.</strong> For non-carnivores, sandwich shredded chicken on bagels or thick bread with eater&#8217;s choice of spreads/toppings.</p></li><li><p>Lunch: <strong>Salmon.</strong> Add microwaved/roasted veggies for non-carnivores.</p></li><li><p>Dinner: <strong>Beef patties </strong>with<strong> </strong>optional cheese. Add burger buns, toppings, and a simple salad or side of fruit for non-carnivores.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Tuesday (No Cooking Needed!)</strong></p><ul><li><p>Breakfast: Flake salmon and mix with salted butter to make a <strong>carnivore salmon salad.</strong> For non-carnivores, flake salmon and mix with an <a href="https://amzn.to/42BXGWw">avocado-oil mayo like this one</a> and a little mustard to make a salmon salad, then serve on toast or bagels.</p></li><li><p>Lunch: <strong>Beef patties,</strong> optionally topped with melted cheese. For non-carnivores, crumble beef onto thick bread, and melt cheese on top for an open-faced sandwich. Pickles optional.</p></li><li><p>Dinner: <strong>Chicken thighs,</strong> optionally with cheese. For non-carnivores, add warmed tortillas (like <a href="https://amzn.to/3EJAHQd">these ones made with avocado oil and no weird additives</a>), cheese, and taco sauce.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Wednesday (Batch Cook Day 2)</strong></p><p>Use up any remaining beef, chicken, or salmon for breakfast. Mix and match as needed.</p><p>Batch cook:</p><ul><li><p>Large chuck roast (pressure cooker, slow cooker, or oven, simply seasoned with salt)</p><ul><li><p>If you&#8217;re cooking for other family members too, throw in some vegetables like onions, potatoes, celery, and carrots. They&#8217;ll make the broth more flavorful and provide more of a meal for non-carnivores.</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Hard-boiled eggs (boil a dozen while the roast cooks)</p></li><li><p>Ground pork (pan-cooked)</p></li></ul><p>Meals:</p><ul><li><p>Breakfast: <strong>Eggs + ground pork</strong> or leftover meats. Add buttered toast or cheese and some fruit for non-carnivores.</p></li><li><p>Lunch: <strong>Shredded chuck roast</strong> bowl with broth or melted butter. For non-carnivores, serve as a stew with the vegetables and toasted bread for dipping.</p></li><li><p>Dinner: <strong>Fresh chuck roast slices.</strong> Add a simple salad or buttered veggies for non-carnivores.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Thursday (No Cooking Needed!)</strong></p><ul><li><p>Breakfast: <strong>Hard-boiled eggs and shredded beef.</strong> Add fruit slices or buttered English muffins for non-carnivores.</p></li><li><p>Lunch: <strong>Ground pork</strong> bowl. For non-carnivores, warm and fill tortillas with pork, cheese, and top with taco sauce.</p></li><li><p>Dinner: <strong>Chuck roast</strong> bowl. Add cheese or drizzle with a bit of heavy cream if you tolerate dairy. Serve as stew with bread or fruit for non-carnivores.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Friday (No Cooking Needed!)</strong></p><ul><li><p>Breakfast: <strong>Hard-boiled eggs and ground pork + cottage cheese</strong> (if tolerated). For non-carnivores, add fresh fruit or toast.</p></li><li><p>Lunch: <strong>Chuck roast slices</strong> with extra butter. Serve with steamed or microwaved veggies for non-carnivores.</p></li><li><p>Dinner: <strong>Ground pork</strong> bowl. For non-carnivores, heap pork onto bread or veggies, melt cheese on top, and serve with salad or fruit.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Saturday (No Cooking Needed!)</strong></p><ul><li><p>Breakfast: <strong>Ground pork.</strong> Add fruit and buttered toast for non-carnivores.</p></li><li><p>Lunch: <strong>Chuck roast</strong> bowl with both. For non-carnivores, serve as a stew and add toasted bread for dipping or a side of fruit.</p></li><li><p>Dinner: Finish <strong>any remaining meat.</strong> Serve meat with a simple salad or whatever sides are left over for non-carnivores.</p></li></ul><h2><strong>Adjusting the Meal Plan</strong></h2><p>While you can batch cook just once a week, I recommend two batch-cooking days when starting out. This gives you flexibility to delay or hasten your second batch based on how much you and your family actually eat during the week.</p><h2><strong>Plan For Success</strong></h2><p>You don&#8217;t need to cook two dinners to feed your family well! With a little prep and a protein-first mindset, you can eat carnivore, nourish your family, and make mealtime easier for everyone at the table.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!w_mi!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb4cb4b6d-d496-4fde-b825-7255c7affc20_1024x1024.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!w_mi!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb4cb4b6d-d496-4fde-b825-7255c7affc20_1024x1024.png 424w, 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It&#8217;s perfect for taping to your fridge or sliding into your meal planner.</p><p><strong>Want more tools?</strong></p><p>Subscribe below and I&#8217;ll also send you a copy of my full <em><strong>7-Day Carnivore Meal Plan + Family Add-On Ideas</strong></em> booklet (normally $19)! It includes a batch cooking checklist and detailed visual daily pages to help you stay on track, as well as new templates you can use to customize your meal plan for your family. You&#8217;ll also get new posts, printables, and recipes delivered to your inbox every week!</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><div><hr></div><p><em>If you choose to make a purchase through some of the links on this page, I may receive a small thank-you commission as an Amazon affiliate&#8211;at no cost to you! Thank you for your support!</em></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Much Protein Should You Eat?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Support muscle maintenance and healthy aging by eating the right amount for you.]]></description><link>https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/p/how-much-protein-should-you-eat</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/p/how-much-protein-should-you-eat</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mama Carnivore]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 12:37:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff60b55e7-e15d-4a98-a477-4721721b0ba5_1344x896.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Getting the right amount of high-quality protein each day can radically improve energy, muscle mass and strength, metabolism, and overall health.</p><p>This post walks you through what protein does, different types of protein, and how to get enough of the ones that matter every day&#8212;plus two different styles of daily meal plan to help you hit your goals.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!GNyF!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F888191c1-0766-4291-b6bb-ab17bcd9c2b8_1232x928.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!GNyF!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F888191c1-0766-4291-b6bb-ab17bcd9c2b8_1232x928.jpeg 424w, 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stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h2><strong>What Is Protein&#8212;and Why Does Quality Matter?</strong></h2><p>Protein is made of amino acids&#8212;some of which are <strong>essential</strong>, meaning your body can&#8217;t make them on its own. You need to get them from food.</p><p>While both animal and plant foods contain protein, only <strong>animal proteins are complete</strong>, meaning they contain all 9 essential amino acids in the right ratios for human health. Most plant proteins are incomplete and must be carefully combined to meet those needs.</p><p>Animal proteins are also far more bioavailable&#8212;your body absorbs and uses them more efficiently than plant-based sources.</p><p>The most bioavailable sources of protein include:</p><ul><li><p>Beef, lamb, pork</p></li><li><p>Poultry</p></li><li><p>Fish and shellfish</p></li><li><p>Eggs</p></li><li><p>Dairy</p></li></ul><h2><strong>How Much Protein Do You Need?</strong></h2><p>The current RDA (Recommended Daily Allowance) is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight (or 0.36 grams of protein per pound of body weight) for basic survival. RDAs are set by the Food and Nutrition Board of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine in the USA. They&#8217;re meant to provide a guideline for minimum daily needs for being alive&#8212;certainly not for thriving. <strong>The RDA for protein is too low</strong> for maintaining muscle mass or recovering from daily activity.</p><p>If you&#8217;re trying to:</p><ul><li><p>Build or preserve lean muscle</p></li><li><p>Lose fat without slowing your metabolism</p></li><li><p>Maintain strength as you age</p></li></ul><p>&#8230;you&#8217;ll want to <strong>eat much more than the bare minimum.</strong></p><p>Here&#8217;s a simple rule: <strong>eat 1 gram of protein per pound of desired body weight.</strong></p><p>So if you want to weigh 130 lbs, aim for about <strong>130g of protein</strong> each day.</p><p>This number is based on recommendations from the International Society of Sports Nutrition, which suggests <strong>1.6&#8211;2.2g of protein per kilogram of body weight</strong> for active people or those focused on body composition. Whatever your goals are, this target is much more representative of the amount of protein that healthy people eat to support activity or just to maintain muscle mass.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!eYvF!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff60b55e7-e15d-4a98-a477-4721721b0ba5_1344x896.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!eYvF!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff60b55e7-e15d-4a98-a477-4721721b0ba5_1344x896.jpeg 424w, 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There are a variety of ways to get plenty of protein from whole, real foods, while eating in a way that suits your goals and appetite.</p><p>Whether you&#8217;re on a higher-calorie, high-satiety plan or looking for a leaner, more efficient way to hit your macros, <strong>you can still hit your protein target</strong> with real food.</p><p>Here are two very different approaches to reach 130g of protein per day (based on an example goal weight of 130 lbs):</p><h3>&#129385; High-Calorie, High-Satiety Meal Plan</h3><p><strong>(2,000&#8211;2,300 kcal &#8226; 130g protein)</strong><br><em>Ideal for muscle growth, active lifestyles, or bigger appetites.</em></p><p><strong>Breakfast</strong><br>&#8226; 3 eggs + 2 oz ground pork<br>&#8226; <strong>25g protein</strong>, ~300 kcal</p><p><strong>Lunch</strong><br>&#8226; 6 oz ribeye steak<br>&#8226; <strong>42g protein</strong>, ~600 kcal</p><p><strong>Snack</strong><br>&#8226; &#189; cup cottage cheese<br>&#8226; <strong>13g protein</strong>, ~100 kcal</p><p><strong>Dinner</strong><br>&#8226; 6 oz roasted chicken thigh with skin<br>&#8226; <strong>40g protein</strong>, ~500 kcal</p><p><strong>Fat used in cooking (butter, tallow, etc.)</strong><br>&#8226; Adds ~400&#8211;700 kcal</p><h3>&#128031; Lean, High-Efficiency Meal Plan</h3><p><strong>(1,200&#8211;1,400 kcal &#8226; 130g protein)</strong><br><em>Ideal for fat loss or maintaining muscle on a lower appetite.</em></p><p><strong>Breakfast</strong><br>&#8226; &#189; cup plain Greek yogurt + 2 boiled eggs<br>&#8226; <strong>30g protein</strong>, ~250 kcal</p><p><strong>Lunch</strong><br>&#8226; 6 oz grilled chicken breast<br>&#8226; <strong>40g protein</strong>, ~280 kcal</p><p><strong>Snack</strong><br>&#8226; 1 cup cottage cheese (full fat)<br>&#8226; <strong>25g protein</strong>, ~200 kcal</p><p><strong>Dinner</strong><br>&#8226; 5 oz white fish (cod or haddock) + 1 egg<br>&#8226; <strong>35g protein</strong>, ~200 kcal</p><h3><strong>How to Choose</strong></h3><p>Find your TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure) with a <a href="https://tdee.thecarnivoremama.com/">calculator like this one I made for you</a>. That gives you an idea of the total calories you would eat to maintain your body composition or meet a new goal.</p><p>If you need to pack on the calories or fill up, add satiating fat with fatty cuts of red meat or extra butter. Want to lean out or have a small appetite? Choose more efficient proteins like lean meats or Greek yogurt.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!a4S0!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F011de9eb-0c71-4989-8a9d-fbde96d3cd0a_1536x1024.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!a4S0!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F011de9eb-0c71-4989-8a9d-fbde96d3cd0a_1536x1024.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!a4S0!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F011de9eb-0c71-4989-8a9d-fbde96d3cd0a_1536x1024.png 848w, 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While the latter two are not complete proteins that can contribute to building muscle, collagen and gelatin still have helpful amino acids that can improve your skin, nails, and hair.</p><p>The best protein supplements I&#8217;ve found are from Puori. Like all their products, <a href="https://amzn.to/43rH7Mn">Puori&#8217;s Pasture Raised Dark Chocolate and Bourbon Vanilla Organic Whey Protein powders</a> are batch-tested as part of the Clean Label Project. That means you can scan a QR code on every bag to see the test results for <em>your</em> bag of protein powder. Tests check for both contaminants and purity, ensuring your protein is safe and effective. We also use <a href="https://amzn.to/4d1VzPk">Puori&#8217;s Pure Collagen Peptides</a>&#8212;hydrolyzed collagen from grass-fed cows, Made in the USA.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BJNT!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc0cd5c4a-547e-4492-aed0-03227031c76e_1232x928.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!BJNT!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc0cd5c4a-547e-4492-aed0-03227031c76e_1232x928.jpeg 424w, 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Don&#8217;t worry about perfection. Just set yourself up to build a good habit of eating closer to the amount of protein you actually need.</p><p>You don&#8217;t have to track forever! Once you find a rhythm&#8211;say, rotating through the same 2&#8211;4 breakfast options and a handful of lunches and dinners&#8211;it becomes much easier to eat habitually within a structure that works. You&#8217;ll be able to tell if you&#8217;re under-eating or need to tweak your portions if your body composition changes.</p><p>If tracking feels stressful, skip the calorie apps. Use a notepad to jot down your protein-rich meals for the week, or a simple <strong>printable protein planner</strong>&#8212;here, I made you one!</p><div class="file-embed-wrapper" data-component-name="FileToDOM"><div class="file-embed-container-reader"><div class="file-embed-container-top"><image class="file-embed-thumbnail-default" src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0Cy0!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack.com%2Fimg%2Fattachment_icon.svg"></image><div class="file-embed-details"><div class="file-embed-details-h1">Daily Protein Plan</div><div class="file-embed-details-h2">3.55MB &#8729; PDF file</div></div><a class="file-embed-button wide" href="https://thecarnivoremama.substack.com/api/v1/file/a1be02bd-07f5-4b8f-927c-16bea93f1d99.pdf"><span class="file-embed-button-text">Download</span></a></div><a class="file-embed-button narrow" href="https://thecarnivoremama.substack.com/api/v1/file/a1be02bd-07f5-4b8f-927c-16bea93f1d99.pdf"><span class="file-embed-button-text">Download</span></a></div></div><p>A little structure upfront goes a long way toward building confidence and consistency.</p><p><strong>Need help translating your protein goal into actual food?</strong> I made you a <a href="https://calculator.thecarnivoremama.com/">Carnivore Protein Calculator</a> for easy conversions from protein goal grams to meat portions.</p><p><strong>Want more meal plans and tools like this?</strong> Subscribe and get new posts, checklists, and printable guides sent straight to your inbox!</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><div><hr></div><p><em>If you choose to make a purchase through some of the links on this page, I may receive a small thank-you commission as an Amazon affiliate&#8212;at no cost to you! Thank you for your support!</em></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Truth About BPA-Free Plastics (and What to Use Instead)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why &#8220;BPA-free&#8221; doesn't mean non-toxic, and what I use in my home now.]]></description><link>https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/p/the-truth-about-bpa-free-plastics</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/p/the-truth-about-bpa-free-plastics</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mama Carnivore]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 27 Apr 2025 19:35:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fff4f73db-019e-4d36-8699-9e5d7540cba8_1344x896.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For a while, it felt like every product from water bottles to baby toys was shouting one reassuring phrase: <strong>&#8220;BPA-free.&#8221;</strong></p><p>It sounded like progress. It sounded safe. But here&#8217;s the truth: <strong>&#8220;BPA-free&#8221; doesn&#8217;t mean non-toxic.</strong></p><p>It usually just means <em>&#8220;swapped for something else equally harmful.&#8221;</em></p><h2><strong>What Is BPA, Anyway?</strong></h2><p>BPA (bisphenol A) is a synthetic chemical used to make plastics clear, rigid, and shatter-resistant. You&#8217;ll find it in:</p><ul><li><p>Plastic food containers and water bottles</p></li><li><p>Can linings (canned food and drinks)</p></li><li><p>Receipts</p></li><li><p>Baby bottles (especially older ones&#8212;please don&#8217;t thrift these &#128556;)</p></li></ul><p>BPA is known to be an <strong>endocrine disruptor</strong>, meaning it can mimic estrogen and interfere with hormone function, especially in developing children and pregnant women. Exposure to BPA has been linked to a range of serious health effects, including impaired brain development, early puberty, infertility, increased risk of obesity and metabolic disorders, thyroid dysfunction, immune system disruption, and even higher rates of hormone-related cancers like breast and prostate cancer.</p><p>After years of public pressure, BPA started disappearing from labels.</p><p>But manufacturers didn&#8217;t remove it. 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In some cases, the effects of these bisphenols were worse than BPA.</p><p>So while a &#8220;BPA-free&#8221; label might make a product feel safer, it often just means <strong>&#8220;different plastic, same problems.&#8221;</strong></p><h2>How to Avoid BPA and Its Substitutes</h2><p>The best way to protect your family is to switch to safer materials and smarter habits. Here&#8217;s where to start:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Swap plastic for glass or stainless steel:</strong> Store leftovers in glass containers, use stainless steel water bottles, and cook with wood, bamboo, or steel utensils.</p></li><li><p><strong>Choose fresh or frozen over canned foods: </strong>Many canned goods are lined with BPA or its substitutes. Opt for glass-jarred or frozen options when you can.</p></li><li><p><strong>Never heat plastic:</strong> Microwaving plastic&#8212;even &#8220;safe&#8221; kinds&#8212;accelerates chemical leaching, especially into fatty foods. Always use glass, ceramic, or stainless steel.</p></li><li><p><strong>Skip thermal paper receipts:</strong> Receipts are often coated in BPA. Opt for email receipts or wash your hands after handling them.</p></li></ul><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!UEFP!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fff4f73db-019e-4d36-8699-9e5d7540cba8_1344x896.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!UEFP!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fff4f73db-019e-4d36-8699-9e5d7540cba8_1344x896.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!UEFP!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fff4f73db-019e-4d36-8699-9e5d7540cba8_1344x896.png 848w, 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Here&#8217;s what I&#8217;ve switched to over the years:</p><h4>&#129371; <strong>Tableware:</strong></h4><ul><li><p><strong>Glass Ball Mason jars. </strong><a href="https://amzn.to/3YRgsXw">These wide-mouth ones</a> make excellent drinking glasses, and <a href="https://amzn.to/4jJGbt0">matching stainless steel lids</a> make storing leftovers easy.</p></li><li><p><strong>Insulated stainless steel mugs</strong> <a href="https://amzn.to/4jQ5DNp">like this one from Yeti.</a> I replaced the plastic straw with these excellent <a href="https://amzn.to/4jVR7E9">Made-in-the-USA Hummingbird glass straws.</a></p></li><li><p>These <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/4lKqXWF">Made in USA 18/10 stainless steel flatware sets</a></strong> will last generations. The <a href="https://amzn.to/4332apd">American Industrial design</a> has a beautiful matte finish that doesn&#8217;t show fingerprints or scratches.</p></li></ul><h4>&#129379; <strong>Food Storage:</strong></h4><ul><li><p><strong>Glass containers</strong>. You can repurpose glass jars from pickles and pasta sauce for a no-cost storage option, or invest in a set of oven-and-microwave-safe glass containers. My favorites are the <a href="https://amzn.to/4jAEU8c">Rubbermaid Brilliance Glass Food Storage Containers</a> because the lids are interchangeable between all sizes. The lids are made from StainShield&#8482; (Tritan&#8482;) plastic, which is free of bisphenols, phthalates, and PFAS. (I still don&#8217;t let my food touch them though.)</p></li><li><p><strong>Microwave-safe steel?</strong> Yes! For taking lunch to go, I love <a href="https://amzn.to/3EtzMn0">this microwaveable stainless steel lunch box.</a></p></li></ul><h4>&#127868; <strong>Baby &amp; Kid Items:</strong></h4><ul><li><p>Replace plastic baby bottles with a <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/3GnbwDE">Mason Bottle nipple top.</a></strong> Compatible with any Regular Mouth Mason jar, these Made in USA nipple tops are medical-grade silicone and easy to clean. Part of a modular system that grows with your kid:</p></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://amzn.to/4cRllG2">Mason Bottle straw top cups</a> </strong>for older kids. These tops are compatible with any stainless steel or glass mason jars, and the straws are medical-grade silicone.</p></li><li><p><strong><a href="https://amzn.to/42w2b4T">Stainless steel bento boxes</a></strong> or <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/4kbZThx">divided trays</a></strong> make great kid plates. They&#8217;re shatterproof, and a matching lid makes storing leftovers easy. </p></li><li><p>This <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/3YfamQD">stainless steel utensil set</a></strong><a href="https://amzn.to/3YfamQD"> </a><strong><a href="https://amzn.to/3YfamQD">for babies and toddlers</a></strong> is Made in USA and includes a feeder spoon (for you to spoon feed) and self-feeding spoon and fork, for when baby is ready to try it on their own!</p></li></ul><h4>&#127858; <strong>Cookware:</strong></h4><ul><li><p>No plastic in the microwave. Ever. Heating plastic releases hormone-disrupting chemicals into foods, especially when in contact with fatty foods.</p></li><li><p>One of my favorite cooking utensils is this remarkably simple and comfortable <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/446TNdn">Made in USA stainless steel cook&#8217;s spoon</a></strong>. My second favorite is <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/4lTw1b2">this unusual little serverspoon, also Made in USA,</a></strong> that does as great a job cooking ground meat as it does serving casserole. Options abound for <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/4jwF8gv">ladles</a>, <a href="https://amzn.to/435rvig">tongs</a>, and <a href="https://amzn.to/42NLlNF">turners</a></strong> too. Just make sure it&#8217;s all stainless steel, without aluminum (which can&#8217;t go in the dishwasher) or plastic handles.</p></li><li><p>When you need a gentler touch, <strong>wood cooking utensils</strong> are an excellent alternative to steel. Make sure they&#8217;re uncoated (no varnish or paint that could get in your food) and treat them weekly with grass-fed beef tallow or beeswax. This quirky but surprisingly useful <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/4iCpGOq">cowboy spatula</a></strong> is Made in USA (Texas, of course) from mesquite or pecan wood.</p></li><li><p>For ease of use and cleanup, I swear by stainless steel cookware. <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/3RBVgAT">Heritage x Eater stainless steel cookware</a> is Made in USA</strong> and will last you generations. You can transition to these heirloom pieces over time, starting with your most-used pot or pan.</p></li><li><p>If you need nonstick cookware, the <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/3Z21IVP">Titanium Pro line from Our Place</a></strong> is a very impressive no-coating invention! Its nonstick properties come from the pattern impressed into the titanium interior and work very well without any PFAS or Teflon. The <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/3ERcxDo">largest 12.5" fry pan</a></strong> will handle everything from a family-size batch of eggs to searing steaks for the week&#8217;s batch cooking.</p></li><li><p>When it comes to baking, I love <strong>glass bakeware</strong> like this surprisingly inexpensive <strong><a href="https://amzn.to/3YjWWTp">10-piece Made in USA set from Anchor Hocking.</a></strong></p></li></ul><h2><strong>A Gentle Reminder: It&#8217;s OK to Transition Slowly</strong></h2><p>You don&#8217;t have to throw everything away today. Instead, transition at a speed that makes sense for you, starting with your most-used items. Rather than panicking, this is about making smarter swaps where you can.</p><p><strong>Start with the things that touch heat or fat.</strong> Those accelerate leaching and are worth prioritizing:</p><ul><li><p>Microwave containers &#8212;&gt; Glass containers</p></li><li><p>Coffee cups with plastic lids &#8212;&gt; Stainless steel or glass Mason jars</p></li><li><p>Non-stick (Teflon or PFAS-coated) pans &#8212;&gt; Stainless steel pan</p></li><li><p>Plastic baby bottles or sippy cups &#8212;&gt; Stainless steel or glass jar with a <a href="https://amzn.to/3S8RSxC">Mason Bottle straw or nipple top</a></p></li></ul><h3><strong>If You Take One Thing Away From This Post...</strong></h3><p>&#8220;BPA-free&#8221; is marketing, not safety. Real safety comes from using non-toxic materials that have stood the test of time, primarily <strong>glass, steel, or wood.</strong></p><p>They&#8217;re beautiful. They&#8217;re durable. And they&#8217;re a whole lot better for your family&#8217;s health.</p><h3>Like this post?</h3><p>Come hang out and get more sustainable swaps for turning kitchen chaos into clean living. A table full of real food. Strong kids. A little less plastic, a lot more peace.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><div><hr></div><p><em>If you choose to make a purchase through some of the links on this page, I may receive a small thank-you commission as an Amazon affiliate&#8212;at no cost to you! Thank you for your support!</em></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Best Non-Toxic Salt without Heavy Metals for Your Family’s Table]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why your salt matters, and which ones are worth switching to.]]></description><link>https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/p/the-best-non-toxic-salt-without-heavy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/p/the-best-non-toxic-salt-without-heavy</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mama Carnivore]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 26 Apr 2025 10:34:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!aFzi!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F76b29738-74d9-4615-9a8d-36a5229860ac_1344x896.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you&#8217;re cleaning up your home and your diet, one of the easiest and most overlooked swaps is also one of the most powerful: your salt.</p><p>Salt is a foundational nutrient. Our bodies rely on it for nerve function, hydration, adrenal support, digestion, and even mood regulation. And yet, most of the salt available at the store is a shadow of what salt was meant to be.</p><p>Here's what to look for, what to avoid, and which salts I trust in my own kitchen.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!aFzi!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F76b29738-74d9-4615-9a8d-36a5229860ac_1344x896.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!aFzi!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F76b29738-74d9-4615-9a8d-36a5229860ac_1344x896.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!aFzi!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F76b29738-74d9-4615-9a8d-36a5229860ac_1344x896.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!aFzi!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F76b29738-74d9-4615-9a8d-36a5229860ac_1344x896.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!aFzi!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F76b29738-74d9-4615-9a8d-36a5229860ac_1344x896.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!aFzi!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F76b29738-74d9-4615-9a8d-36a5229860ac_1344x896.jpeg" width="1344" height="896" 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class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg role="img" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><title></title><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h2>What&#8217;s Wrong with Most Salt?</h2><p>Table salt isn&#8217;t inherently bad. The problem is what&#8217;s been done to it.</p><p>Most conventional salt has been:</p><ul><li><p>Bleached to look perfectly white</p></li><li><p>Stripped of trace minerals</p></li><li><p>Cut with additives like anti-caking agents (e.g. sodium ferrocyanide, aluminum derivatives)</p></li><li><p>Iodized synthetically (sometimes necessary&#8212;but not always cleanly)</p></li></ul><p>And even many sea salts&#8212;yes, even the fancy pink or &#8220;Himalayan&#8221; ones&#8212;can contain microplastics or detectable levels of heavy metals like lead, arsenic, or cadmium due to environmental contamination.</p><h2>What Makes a Salt &#8220;Clean&#8221;?</h2><p>A clean, non-toxic salt should be:</p><ul><li><p>Free from additives</p></li><li><p>Minimally processed</p></li><li><p>Low in heavy metals (complete avoidance isn't feasible due to the pervasiveness of heavy metals in the environment)</p></li><li><p>Ideally sourced from ancient, unpolluted sea beds or tested for modern contaminants (and those test results made public!)</p></li></ul><p>It should also taste good. Real salt tastes better, and is mineral-rich. Once you switch, you&#8217;ll notice the difference instantly.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!DVCz!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9cf9aa11-5fab-4b18-a1aa-7b3fda0aec8e_1536x1024.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!DVCz!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9cf9aa11-5fab-4b18-a1aa-7b3fda0aec8e_1536x1024.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!DVCz!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9cf9aa11-5fab-4b18-a1aa-7b3fda0aec8e_1536x1024.png 848w, 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stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h2>The Best Salts I Use and Trust</h2><p>Here are the ones that make it into my pantry:</p><h3><a href="https://amzn.to/4juzyv8">Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt</a></h3><p><strong>Why I love it:</strong> It&#8217;s pure sodium chloride with no additives and a light, flaky texture that&#8217;s perfect for cooking.</p><p><strong>Cleanliness:</strong> Tested and shown to have non-detectable levels of heavy metals.</p><p><strong>Best for:</strong> Everyday cooking, dry brining, seasoning meats.</p><h3><a href="https://amzn.to/44CAKYs">Maldon Sea Salt Flakes</a></h3><p><strong>Why I love it:</strong> The crunchy texture livens up chewy proteins.</p><p><strong>Cleanliness:</strong> Independently tested with low levels of contaminants, and no anti-caking agents.</p><p><strong>Best for:</strong> Sprinkled on steak, eggs, or roasted veggies (if you eat them).</p><h3><a href="https://amzn.to/3EIzKrd">Morton Iodized Sea Salt</a> (in moderation)</h3><p><strong>Why I keep it:</strong> If you&#8217;re not getting iodine from seafood or dairy, this can help prevent deficiency, especially for women and kids.</p><p><strong>Note:</strong> Not as &#8220;pure&#8221; as the others, but still tested better than many boutique salts with fancy labels.</p><p><strong>Best for:</strong> Occasional seasoning or baking.</p><h2>Popular But Problematic: What I Avoid</h2><p>Even salts marketed as &#8220;natural&#8221; or &#8220;mineral-rich&#8221; aren&#8217;t automatically safe. Some of the most popular brands <a href="https://mamavation.com/food/sea-salt-himalayan-salt-heavy-metals-lead.html">were found to contain detectable levels of heavy metals, including lead, arsenic, and cadmium.</a></p><p>Here are a few that I personally avoid:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Himalayan Pink Salt:</strong> While rich in trace minerals, many Himalayan salts tested high in heavy metals like lead. Some batches exceed California&#8217;s Prop 65 lead limits.</p></li><li><p><strong>Redmond Real Salt:</strong> Mined from an ancient seabed in Utah, this salt is popular in the ancestral health community. However, independent testing revealed detectable levels of all five heavy metals tested, including lead and arsenic. While not &#8220;toxic&#8221; in small amounts, heavy metals accumulate over time. I choose lower-contaminant options for daily use, especially for children.</p></li><li><p><strong>Generic Sea Salts:</strong> Many sea salts are harvested from modern oceans, which are increasingly contaminated with microplastics. These invisible plastic particles can leach endocrine-disrupting chemicals and are especially concerning in the context of daily consumption.</p></li></ul><h2>Final Tip: Cycle Your Salt</h2><p>You don&#8217;t need to be rigid. I keep at least two types of salt on hand: one for cooking (<a href="https://amzn.to/4juzyv8">Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt</a>) and one for finishing (<a href="https://amzn.to/44CAKYs">Maldon Sea Salt Flakes</a>).</p><p>Use what your body craves! Salt is a mineral ally, especially on an animal-based diet where your sodium needs may be higher.</p><p>Want more clean-living kitchen swaps? Subscribe for toxin-free tips, carnivore batch cooking, and nourishing strategies for raising healthy kids at home.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><div><hr></div><p><em>If you choose to make a purchase through some of the links on this page, I may receive a small thank-you commission as an Amazon affiliate&#8212;at no cost to you! Thank you for your support!</em></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carnivore Meal Prep: 2 Hours for 7 Days of Meals]]></title><description><![CDATA[How we prep a week&#8217;s worth of protein in just two hours.]]></description><link>https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/p/meal-prep-as-a-sahm-on-carnivore</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/p/meal-prep-as-a-sahm-on-carnivore</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mama Carnivore]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 19:34:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F51092c92-ddaf-4e2b-a02d-2a4c364162d1_1344x896.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Let&#8217;s face it: the hardest part of eating clean as a stay-at-home carnivore mom isn&#8217;t knowing what to eat, it&#8217;s finding the time to actually cook it.</p><p>That&#8217;s why meal prep around here happens just once a week. One focused morning sets me up for easy, nutrient-rich carnivore meals all week long. Here&#8217;s how to do it.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!cUVM!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F51092c92-ddaf-4e2b-a02d-2a4c364162d1_1344x896.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!cUVM!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F51092c92-ddaf-4e2b-a02d-2a4c364162d1_1344x896.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!cUVM!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F51092c92-ddaf-4e2b-a02d-2a4c364162d1_1344x896.png 848w, 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I would break this up into 4 meals of 30g protein&#8212;easy to portion, easier to prep.</p><h2><strong>How Much Meat Is That?</strong></h2><p>Let&#8217;s use sirloin steak as an example. On average:</p><ul><li><p>4 oz cooked sirloin = ~30g protein</p></li></ul><p>So to prep for one week, 4 meals/day x 7 days = 28 meals. This means you&#8217;ll need:</p><ul><li><p>4 oz x 28 = 112 oz cooked meat</p></li><li><p>That&#8217;s about 7 lbs cooked</p></li><li><p>Which means you&#8217;ll want 8&#8211;9 lbs raw (meat shrinks as it cooks)</p></li></ul><p>Generally, 4 oz of most cuts of cooked beef provides 30g of protein. Too hungry for math? I made you a <strong><a href="http://calculator.thecarnivoremama.com/">Carnivore Protein Calculator</a></strong> to help you figure out how much meat to prep!</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!t_eO!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc6c8a543-50c0-44b9-ab2f-ceb25fc0720b_1344x896.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!t_eO!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc6c8a543-50c0-44b9-ab2f-ceb25fc0720b_1344x896.png 424w, 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Sirloin Steak</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Buy the appropriate raw weight of sirloin. Look for lean cuts so the weight of the fat doesn&#8217;t mess with your protein calculations (you can always add butter for more fat).</p></li><li><p>Season with salt, or any spices of your choice if you&#8217;re not strictly carnivore.</p></li><li><p>Sear steaks in cast iron. Keep it a little underdone from where you like it, accounting for the fact that it will cook a little more when you reheat it.</p></li><li><p>Dice the cooked steak into bite-size pieces and store in glass containers.</p></li><li><p>For each meal, simply weigh out your cooked weight of diced steak, heat (optional&#8212;cold steak on a hot day is epic), and chow down.</p></li></ul><h3><strong>2. Ground Beef Patties</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Buy the appropriate raw weight of ground beef. I like 85/15.</p></li><li><p>To make 4 oz patties, divide each pound of ground beef into quarters and shape them into patties. Be careful not to press or handle the beef too much or your burgers will be tougher.</p></li><li><p>Season with salt, or any spices you like if you&#8217;re not strictly carnivore.</p></li><li><p>Place patties on a wire rack over a baking sheet and bake at 400&#176;F (204&#176;C) until cooked to your liking. A meat thermometer can help you check the internal temperature. You can also pan fry or grill your burgers!</p></li><li><p>For each meal, just grab a burger or two, then heat and eat.</p></li></ul><h3><strong>3. Slow-Cooked Chuck Roast</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Use slow cooker or Instant Pot to cook your appropriate raw weight of chuck roast until fork-tender, then shred.</p></li><li><p>Store in glass containers, optionally including the left over cooking liquid to help keep it moist and tender.</p></li><li><p>For each meal, measure out your (drained) cooked weight of chuck roast, and heat and eat.</p></li></ul><h2><strong>Storage + Reheat Tips</strong></h2><ul><li><p>Keep 3 days of meals in the fridge. Freeze the rest to keep it super fresh.</p></li><li><p>Reheat in a cast iron skillet or toaster oven for best texture.</p></li><li><p>Don&#8217;t microwave in plastic! Use glass or ceramic instead. (<a href="https://www.tallowandgrace.com/p/the-truth-about-bpa-free-plastics?r=5h0zp2">Read more about avoiding BPA and endocrine disrupters here.</a>)</p></li></ul><h2><strong>My Unpopular Mom Hack: Keep It Boring</strong></h2><p>I know variety matters, especially for kids. But for yourself, repetition is your secret weapon. Pick 2&#8211;3 proteins you love to eat, prep once a week, and keep it simple and stress-free.</p><p>The more automatic it is, the more sustainable it becomes.</p><h2><strong>Coming Up: How to Feed Your Kids When You&#8217;re Carnivore (But They&#8217;re Not)</strong></h2><p>Spoiler: It&#8217;s easier than you think&#8212;and no, I don&#8217;t make two dinners. Subscribe to get this and more in your inbox!</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raising Strong and Healthy Kids as a Carnivore Mama]]></title><description><![CDATA[Healthy swaps for home, and why I'm writing this now.]]></description><link>https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/p/raising-strong-and-healthy-kids-with</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.thecarnivoremama.com/p/raising-strong-and-healthy-kids-with</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Mama Carnivore]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:58:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0f9e5bb8-0a77-402e-8b43-8614040b5871_500x500.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When our first child was born, I wanted to do everything I could to give him the best possible start in life. Deep into those nesting instincts and outfitting our family&#8217;s first home, I went down one rabbit hole after another learning about the hidden toxins in our everyday lives. From cooking methods to the clothes we wear every day, I found some simple and affordable swaps that reduce our exposure to forever chemicals, endocrine disrupters, microplastics, and more.</p><p>I started The Carnivore Mama hoping to help other mothers like me to nourish their homes with educated intention, reduce hidden toxins, and raise strong, resilient kids, without feeling overwhelmed.</p><p>Whether you&#8217;re curious about the carnivore diet, healing from chronic fatigue, or just tired of plastics and phthalates, you&#8217;re in the right place.</p><p>Let&#8217;s start with five quick, powerful changes you can make today to start protecting your family&#8217;s health from the inside out.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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Switch to Tallow-Based Skincare</strong></h2><p>Your skin is your largest organ. What you put on your skin feeds your body, too! Especially important for babies and children, most conventional lotions, shampoos, and diaper creams are full of endocrine-disrupting chemicals, forever chemicals, and synthetic fragrances.</p><p>Tallow balm (from grass-fed beef fat) is incredibly nourishing, naturally antibacterial, and completely non-toxic. It mimics the composition of human skin oils and can be used for:</p><ul><li><p>Baby balm</p></li><li><p>Face moisturizer</p></li><li><p>Healing eczema</p></li><li><p>Diaper rash and dry patches</p></li></ul><p>I love <a href="https://www.bellotallow.com/">Bello Tallow</a> (no affiliation) because they test their products for PFAS. You can stock up on lovely-smelling balms made with essential oils (instead of phthalate-filled fragrances), or keep it pure and simple with scent-free blends. Try a jar! You won&#8217;t look back.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!q3Fu!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5cf658ac-9628-4098-af10-06173de20519_1536x768.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!q3Fu!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5cf658ac-9628-4098-af10-06173de20519_1536x768.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!q3Fu!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5cf658ac-9628-4098-af10-06173de20519_1536x768.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!q3Fu!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5cf658ac-9628-4098-af10-06173de20519_1536x768.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!q3Fu!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5cf658ac-9628-4098-af10-06173de20519_1536x768.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!q3Fu!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5cf658ac-9628-4098-af10-06173de20519_1536x768.jpeg" width="1456" height="728" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/5cf658ac-9628-4098-af10-06173de20519_1536x768.jpeg&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:728,&quot;width&quot;:1456,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:609512,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://tallowandgrace.substack.com/i/161940520?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5cf658ac-9628-4098-af10-06173de20519_1536x768.jpeg&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" title="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!q3Fu!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5cf658ac-9628-4098-af10-06173de20519_1536x768.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!q3Fu!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5cf658ac-9628-4098-af10-06173de20519_1536x768.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!q3Fu!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5cf658ac-9628-4098-af10-06173de20519_1536x768.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!q3Fu!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5cf658ac-9628-4098-af10-06173de20519_1536x768.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg role="img" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><title></title><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h2><strong>2. Cook with Cast Iron or Stainless Steel (Never Nonstick!)</strong></h2><p>Nonstick pans (especially the older ones) release harmful PFAS chemicals. These are nicknamed &#8220;forever chemicals&#8221; for a reason: they don&#8217;t break down in the body or the environment, and they build up over time, contributing to hormone disruption, immune issues, and even cancer.</p><p>Switching to cast iron or stainless steel is a one-time investment that removes a daily exposure. I love <a href="https://amzn.to/4cJeGNW">this stainless steel fry pan from Heritage Steel</a>&#8212;it's even made in the USA!</p><p>If you&#8217;re nervous about sticking, I&#8217;ll teach you how to season and cook in cast iron and stainless steel. No fuss, no scrubbing, no regrets.</p><h2><strong>3. Toss the Plastic Drinkware (Especially for Kids)</strong></h2><p><a href="https://www.tallowandgrace.com/p/the-truth-about-bpa-free-plastics?r=5h0zp2">BPA-free does not mean non-toxic.</a> Most plastics still contain hormone disruptors that leach into liquids, especially when heated, scratched, or washed in the dishwasher.</p><p>Trade your family&#8217;s plastic cups, sippy lids, and food containers for:</p><ul><li><p>Stainless steel tumblers (with silicone straws if needed) <a href="https://amzn.to/4ixi1B4">like these ones</a> for kids</p></li><li><p>Glass Mason jars with reusable lids and <a href="https://amzn.to/3GkVgDb">glass straws for adults</a></p></li><li><p>Unfinished/non-varnished wood plates or bowls</p></li></ul><p>Transition gradually by replacing your most-used dishes first.</p><h2><strong>4. Replace Your Cooking Fats with Animal-Based Ones</strong></h2><p>Seed oils are lurking everywhere. Canola, soybean, &#8220;vegetable oil.&#8221; These are inflammatory, highly processed, and oxidize easily at high heat.</p><p>Instead, cook with:</p><ul><li><p>Beef tallow (great for frying or searing)</p></li><li><p>Butter or ghee (use pastured when possible)</p></li><li><p>Duck fat or lard (especially for roasting)</p></li></ul><p>Your food will taste better and your kids will stay fuller longer with real, nourishing fats.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!yUV8!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F545b1e09-b133-4543-97e6-01a0325aa872_1344x896.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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Choose a Clean, Additive-Free Salt</strong></h2><p>Salt is essential, especially on an animal-based diet. But most grocery store salts are highly processed, stripped of minerals, or contaminated with microplastics and heavy metals.</p><p>Here are three cleaner options I trust in our kitchen:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://amzn.to/4juzyv8">Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt</a>: pure, free-flowing, and tested clean.</p></li><li><p><a href="https://amzn.to/3EIzKrd">Morton Iodized Sea Salt</a>: a convenient way to add iodine if you&#8217;re not eating much seafood.</p></li><li><p><a href="https://amzn.to/44CAKYs">Maldon Sea Salt Flakes</a>: beautiful texture and minimal contaminants.</p></li></ul><p>These simple swaps can reduce your family&#8217;s toxin exposure without changing what you eat, just how you season it.</p><h2><strong>Ready to Go Deeper?</strong></h2><p>I'm here to be your clean-living companion! 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