I'm doing the no-HFCS, no-seed-oils diet, too (to the best I can manage; I don't always know what's in foods).
I also avoid going to doctors. The incentives in the U.S. medical system align to keeping people "sick, but manageable", which don't fit my values nor my health goals.
But it's very important to avoid soy as well. She really doesn't mention that at all. We have to understand that American agriculture is centered on wheat, corn, and soy. Those three things are highly processed and put in foods they don't belong in.
Soy is often not labeled when it's processed into MSG. The FDA allows different labels for it -- or none.
I like a lot of what Casey Means has to say, but I confess to an automatic skepticism to blanket super low-carb/gluten-free-for-everyone type of diet recommendations. The only grain products she allows on her food list are a few brands of very low-carb pasta and crackers. It makes me question the rest of her more specific advice.
I agree. Some of her thoughts seem mainstream -- yes, in a different way from what she's criticizing, but still mainstream, or like a way of eating preferred by a very specific demographic.
And as I say in the podcast, the organic label is by no means a panacea.
I also have been listening to Callie, and Casey Means. Thank you, Leila, for pointing out that we need mothers in the home! That leads into, what will make it possible for wives to stay home. Husbands providing for their families, of course. Perhaps you could discuss how to raise our sons, to become responsible providers for their future family. So often I hear, don’t go to college -you will acquire extraordinary debt, have to take the Covid shot, and will lose the Faith.🤷♀️
I will say, having watched my two oldest sons, that one can be strategic and navigate these difficulties. Our oldest son is a senior, studying electrical engineering. Our second son is a junior, in the chemical engineering program. They have roomed with friends or lived at home, and have managed to have very little debt. Also they are still practicing Catholics. Deo Gratias. However, I frequently hear the objections, so I would love to hear your thoughts!
So much depends on the student and the college. If someone is destined to be a university professor, he will need to get his degree. If he's not so inclined, there may be other paths.
Some colleges require you to lie (e.g. call a man a woman) and that's unacceptable. Some uphold reasonable standards.
I think the main thing is not to assume one's student MUST go to college at a particular time or even at all.
I am watching the Casey and Calley interview in segments since like you said, they're intense! I'm really happy it's gotten so many views. It is so true that it starts with mothers in the home to correct our culture and all the nervous system dysfunction and illness! My friend's daughter was born was many allergies that she was able to heal because she stays at home and put in all the work (lowering everyone's stress, cooking healthy foods, taking her to appointments, etc). The last food she was having trouble tolerating was wheat. She tried sourdough with organic store bought flour and her daughter still struggled. She did more research and started to mill her flour and tried a yeasted sandwich bread and voila! Her daughter can eat it multiple times a day! A mother's dedication and love. And real food!
I'm doing the no-HFCS, no-seed-oils diet, too (to the best I can manage; I don't always know what's in foods).
I also avoid going to doctors. The incentives in the U.S. medical system align to keeping people "sick, but manageable", which don't fit my values nor my health goals.
Have a blessed weekend!
But it's very important to avoid soy as well. She really doesn't mention that at all. We have to understand that American agriculture is centered on wheat, corn, and soy. Those three things are highly processed and put in foods they don't belong in.
Soy is often not labeled when it's processed into MSG. The FDA allows different labels for it -- or none.
You can look this up!
I agree about the doctors.
I like a lot of what Casey Means has to say, but I confess to an automatic skepticism to blanket super low-carb/gluten-free-for-everyone type of diet recommendations. The only grain products she allows on her food list are a few brands of very low-carb pasta and crackers. It makes me question the rest of her more specific advice.
I agree. Some of her thoughts seem mainstream -- yes, in a different way from what she's criticizing, but still mainstream, or like a way of eating preferred by a very specific demographic.
And as I say in the podcast, the organic label is by no means a panacea.
I also have been listening to Callie, and Casey Means. Thank you, Leila, for pointing out that we need mothers in the home! That leads into, what will make it possible for wives to stay home. Husbands providing for their families, of course. Perhaps you could discuss how to raise our sons, to become responsible providers for their future family. So often I hear, don’t go to college -you will acquire extraordinary debt, have to take the Covid shot, and will lose the Faith.🤷♀️
I will say, having watched my two oldest sons, that one can be strategic and navigate these difficulties. Our oldest son is a senior, studying electrical engineering. Our second son is a junior, in the chemical engineering program. They have roomed with friends or lived at home, and have managed to have very little debt. Also they are still practicing Catholics. Deo Gratias. However, I frequently hear the objections, so I would love to hear your thoughts!
Totally agree!
So much depends on the student and the college. If someone is destined to be a university professor, he will need to get his degree. If he's not so inclined, there may be other paths.
Some colleges require you to lie (e.g. call a man a woman) and that's unacceptable. Some uphold reasonable standards.
I think the main thing is not to assume one's student MUST go to college at a particular time or even at all.
I am watching the Casey and Calley interview in segments since like you said, they're intense! I'm really happy it's gotten so many views. It is so true that it starts with mothers in the home to correct our culture and all the nervous system dysfunction and illness! My friend's daughter was born was many allergies that she was able to heal because she stays at home and put in all the work (lowering everyone's stress, cooking healthy foods, taking her to appointments, etc). The last food she was having trouble tolerating was wheat. She tried sourdough with organic store bought flour and her daughter still struggled. She did more research and started to mill her flour and tried a yeasted sandwich bread and voila! Her daughter can eat it multiple times a day! A mother's dedication and love. And real food!