Have you ever heard of Activator X? Ramiel Nagel, author of Cure Tooth Decay: Heal & Prevent Cavities With Nutrition, describes a brief history of Activator X in his book. He says that Dr. Weston A. Price, now famous for his discovery of this fascinating nutrient,...
What is raw milk, anyway?
Original post on rawmilkdigest | Jan 14, 2021 | Raw Milk Milk today isn’t like milk that’s been around for thousands of years. People used to own cattle and milk them in their backyard, and drink the milk fresh or fermented. But today, practically all dairy milk sold...
Beauty-Through-Nutrition for Busy Moms
The #1 thing we can all do for ourselves (and our families) is to focus on good nutrition. This is probably the most impactful thing we can do for our physical selves and can even give us that “mommy glow-up” we are craving.
Jim’s Quick Raw Kefir Eggnog
Supper is late and I need something to eat fast. I grew up having eggnog at Christmas time and New Year’s Eve, but the idea of a quickly made raw milk kefir raw eggnog is enticing! Ingredients (serves 3 people): 2 cups whole raw milk kefir 3 egg yolks from pastured...
Do You Have A Dairy Allergy, Intolerance, or Sensitivity?
One of the most common foods to react to is dairy. But not all reactions are the same. Having symptoms after eating dairy of any kind can be frustrating, and even make you feel like life won't be the same ever again! But thankfully, understanding the differences...
How Much Milk Should I Drink Each Day?
According to the Weston A. Price Foundation, pregnant and nursing women should consume at least 1 quart of milk each day. As it’s recommended that adults consume around 1,000 mg of calcium a day (though that amount varies depending on who you ask), and one cup of milk...
🌞 Raw Milk Ice Cream Recipe 🍦🍦⠀
A simple and healthy way to satisfy to treat your family on these hot summer days! We love making ice cream this way because it is so full of nutrients, uses only a few ingredients, and can be less sweet to make it more friendly to your blood sugar. ⠀⠀⠀⠀ Use a 1-quart...
Cure Tooth Decay With Raw Milk
A review of Cure Tooth Decay: Heal & Prevent Cavities With Nutrition by Ramiel Nagel According to Ramiel Nagel’s book Cure Tooth Decay: Heal & Prevent Cavities With Nutrition, raw milk “will substantially contribute to your health and well-being, and to your...
Benefits and Uses of Grass-fed Butter
Butter...one of the most luxurious fats to eat! Especially if it is grass-fed, which provides you with a beautiful yellow hue, along with plentiful omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins A, D, E, K, and of course, a creamy, satisfying flavor and texture. In my opinion, butter...
Can I Drink Raw Milk During Pregnancy?
Considering raw milk while pregnant? Read this insight from a mother in the trenches and see for yourself.
Should You Drink Whole Milk or Skim Milk?
Though things were sometimes confusing for me as a child, I consider myself fortunate to have grown up in two households instead of one. I learned to form my own opinions early as each of my parents have different political views and lifestyles, so I got to see...
The Top 3 Differences Between Yogurt and Kefir
As a teenager and college student, I spent much of my time battling digestive issues. Constipation, bloating, intense gas pains, unending cravings leading to weight gain, and even a trip to the ER because my intestines shut down (called "ileus"). These annoying and...
Do Cows Have Emotions?
Happy March! Earlier this week I met Dr. Temple Grandin, a low-stress and humane livestock handling expert that is known around the world for making animals lives better. You may already know who she is! Temple has suffered from autism since her childhood, and because...
The Perfect Milk Kefir
Milk kefir. Not many things can match its impressive list of benefits, easy recipe, or flexibility of use. To my family, it has been both an extraordinary healing tool and a common staple in our kitchen. Thanks to a good friend for introducing it to us, we will...
Why The Only Normal Milk is Raw Milk
Hi friend! I often feel a burden to share more information with people like you who are getting introduced to raw milk and cultured dairy products. For the longest time, I've been reading books, articles, websites, watching videos and talking to experts about raw milk...
The Amazing Qualities of Raw Milk
Only a couple years ago, my anxieties about life were at an all-time high. I just graduated from college, married my best friend in October, immediately got pregnant, and there I was...33 weeks pregnant with my first child. It all happened in what seemed to be a flash...
Help! What do I do with my milk when I’m on vacation?
Your well-deserved vacation is fast approaching! Maybe it's a road trip to relatives, or Disney Land, or a trek to a far away place to enjoy time together. But what about deliveries? How do you keep your share and not worry about milk that's scheduled for delivery? In...
3 Reasons Why Raw Milk is a Champion Food
Only a few months ago, my anxieties about life were at an all-time high. I just graduated from college, married my best friend in October, immediately got pregnant, and there I was...33 weeks pregnant with my first child. It all happened in what seemed to be a flash...
Beyond “Fortified” Vitamin D Milk
You know how nice it is to see the golden cream rising to the top of your milk these days? Well, that golden color indicates the milk contains nutrients from the grass the cows are eating. We all know raw milk is nutritious, but can we actually figure out how...
3 Ways Grazing Makes Raw Milk Better
Well, it's that time of year again! The dairy cattle have moved out to graze on lush green pastures and they're enjoying every bit of it. Much of the milk sold in North Dakota grocery stores comes from large confinement dairies that don't do much in the way of...
Real Milk At The Alerus
Jim and Peter enjoyed a fantastic event at the Alerus Center in Grand Forks today. Local businesses and health professionals came together to raise awareness about the benefits of caring for our bodies in a way that promotes health and wellness. Bartlett Farms...
Merry Christmas from Bartlett Farms! #DairyChristmas
Merry Christmas to your family from the Bartletts!As we wrap up the year, we want to say thank you for supporting Bartlett Farms and sharing the passion for high quality, pure food from healthy animals! As a way to celebrate, here's a little jingle to brighten your...
Does Raw Milk Go Bad?
With raw milk, you can't really ever say it's gone bad. Sure, it'll get sour and separate into whey and curds after a while, but ultimately this is not "bad." It's still a source of nutritious vitamins, minerals and enzymes. If you meant, "does raw milk get sour,"...
Raw Dairy Fact #3: Bio-diverse Enzymes
Alright, let's zoom in on one of the most beneficial components of raw milk. Of the many aspects of raw dairy, this has to be a favorite! Raw Dairy Fact #3: Raw Milk is a Source of Bio-diverse Enzymes Enzymes are an essential part of life. Without them, we probably...
Tips for Fresher Milk
Bring your cooler. Before you head out the door on delivery day, you’ll want to grab a cooler that fits the number of bottles you expect to take home. Toss a couple blue ice packs or crack a few trays of ice into the cooler and shut the lid. This should be plenty for...