The Petty Herbalist Podcast

to really live, eat COD LIVER oil - sacred dietary fats

Peace & Blessings y’all!  We have another episode in our sacred fats series… about Cod Liver Oil! Cod Liver Oils is something many of us haven’t heard of or discussed in YEARS… maybe even decades. But we are here to preach the gospel about why we should bring it back into our diets! Sit tight, grab a chai, and enjoy this episode! As always, we want to thank you for all of your support, in all the ways!  Sources and what’s discussed in the pod: * 2:59 Exploring the Medicine Bag: Copper and Matcha * 05:50 The Power of Deities: Oya and Erzuli Dantor * 08:45 Embracing Disruption: Chaos as a Blessing * 11:20 Women’s Power: Life and Death in Reproductive Health * 14:46 The Importance of Cod Liver Oil * 17:39 Cultural Practices and Nutritional Wisdom * (article) Cod Liver Oil Basics and Recommendations [https://www.westonaprice.org/health-topics/cod-liver-oil/cod-liver-oil-basics-and-recommendations/#gsc.tab=0] * 20:26 Vitamin D and the Body: Myths and Realities * 29:34 Conclusion and Reflections * 31:56 Debunking Myths About Dark Skin and Vitamin D * (article) How A Vitamin D Test Misdiagnosed African-Americans [https://⁠www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2013/11/20/246393329/how-a-vitamin-d-test-misdiagnosed-african-americans⁠] * 34:59 The Power of Cod Liver Oil * 38:14 Understanding Omega-3s: Cod Liver Oil vs. Fish Oil * 42:47 Balancing Omega-3s and Omega-6s for Health * 46:00 Community and Spirituality: Finding God in Togetherness * 50:59 Cycles of Abundance and Erosion in Health * 55:56 Food Genius: Building a Community of Knowledge * Exploratory Call with Asia [https://calendly.com/asialdorsey/explore] Follow us on social: ⁠⁠@pettyherbalist⁠⁠ [https://instagram.com/pettyherbalist/] ⁠⁠@bonesbugsandbotany⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/bonesbugsandbotany/] Rate us to show your support! Thank You! #StayReady #BePetty ***if you read this far, send me a dm @pettyherbalist for a shoutout!***

duck, duck goose! sacred animal fats

Happy Happy December, HEY FAM HEYYYY! Let’s talk WATERFOUL in another episode in our sacred fats series!  Sit tight, grab a PSL or a hot cocoa, and enjoy this episode! As always, we want to thank you for all of your support, in all the ways!  Sources and what’s discussed in the pod: 1. The Power of Place and Community   Karina and Asia begin the episode by acknowledging the lands they inhabit. Karina shares her appreciation for the Tongva people, while Asia reflects on her roots in Cheyenne, Ute, and Arapaho lands. This practice of honoring indigenous peoples not only enriches their connection to the earth but also emphasizes the importance of community in healing and wellness. By recognizing the land, listeners are encouraged to consider their own relationships with the places they call home. 2. Reflections on Personal Growth   As the conversation progresses, Asia discusses her recent presentation on "meat as medicine" at the Colorado Ayurvedic Conference. To her surprise, many attendees admitted that their veganism was performative, revealing a hunger for authentic nourishment. This moment of vulnerability among participants highlights the ongoing journey of understanding what truly nourishes our bodies and souls. Asia emphasizes the importance of being open to new philosophies and letting go of rigid beliefs about food and wellness. 3. The Creativity of Cooking   Karina shares her recent culinary adventures, illustrating how creativity can flourish even in moments of exhaustion. During her menstrual cycle, she found herself inspired to cook late into the night, creating delicious dishes such as apple chips and blackberry mint limeade. This creativity not only serves as an expression of her femininity but also acts as a preventative measure against seasonal depression. Through her experiences, listeners are reminded of the power of food and creativity in nurturing both body and mind. 4. The Importance of Animal Fats   In a segment focused on animal fats, Asia introduces the medicinal properties of waterfowl fats, particularly goose and duck fat. She explains how these fats contain omega-3 fatty acids, which promote heart health and smooth blood flow. Moreover, Asia delves into the significance of vitamins A and K2 found in these animal fats, highlighting their roles in immunity and bone health. This discussion serves as a reminder to embrace traditional foods that have sustained cultures for generations. * (homie shoutout) Justin Robinson - IG [https://www.instagram.com/countrygentlemancooks] * (homie shoutout) Suni Reid - IG [https://www.instagram.com/sunijadereid/] * (scholarly article) NIH - The Role of Matrix Gla Protein (MGP) in Vascular Calcification [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30009696/⁠] * (scholarly article) NIH Racial Differences in Bone Strength [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1863580/] * (scholarly article) NIH Growing Evidence of a Proven Mechanism Shows Vitamin K2 Can Impact Health [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8483258/] Follow us on social: ⁠⁠@pettyherbalist⁠⁠ [https://instagram.com/pettyherbalist/] ⁠⁠@bonesbugsandbotany⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/bonesbugsandbotany/] Rate us to show your support! Thank You! #StayReady #BePetty ***if you read this far, send me a dm @pettyherbalist for a shoutout!***

YES, LARD! sacred fats series

Fall greetings, We're happy to bring y’all another episode in our sacred fats series… talking about LARD! A fave for baking and frying, this animal fat has a lot of nutritional benefits, especially when coming from happy pigs. Sit tight, grab a PSL, and enjoy this episode! As always, we want to thank you for all of your support, in all the ways! we’re trying to build up this patreon, so that we can sustainably fund the work we already do with the podcast. so if you’re not yet a patreon, join today @ ⁠⁠patreon.com/pettyherbalist⁠⁠ [http://patreon.com/pettyherbalist]. Sources and what’s discussed in the pod: * Stress: Re-Membering * Farmer’s Market * Mo’Betta Green [https://www.instagram.com/mobettagreen/] * Dos Caras [https://www.instagram.com/molinodoscaras/] * Elephant heart plums * Suni Jade Reid [https://www.instagram.com/sunijadereid/] * (article) the liver in Chinese medicine [https://www.euyansang.com.sg/en/tcm%3A-understanding-the-role-of-the-liver/eystcmorgans3.html?srsltid=AfmBOopUsl4A2KBWMPxkXdXUd5djHUD7tub1tTlWgxpqKNdq2uKb9saI] * fall (equinox) * margarine * saturated fat * steric acid * Monounsaturated fatty acids * Fair treatment of animals * Vitamin D * (article) Fat soluble activators [https://www.westonaprice.org/wp-content/uploads/TheFatSolubleActivators.pdf] * (article) *Spanish* El uso de la manteca de cerdo un aporte africano a la cocina dominicana [https://acento.com.do/cultura/el-uso-de-la-manteca-de-cerdo-un-aporte-africano-a-la-cocina-dominicana-9489846.html] * lipid oxidation * “See how much need you can create in your life.” - Asia * SOUL FOOD GENIUS COURSE 5-Week Virtual Course Starting Sept 30! Sign up here! https://www.bonesbugsandbotany.com/course/soul-food-genius-for-all Follow us on social: ⁠⁠@pettyherbalist⁠⁠ [https://instagram.com/pettyherbalist/] ⁠⁠@bonesbugsandbotany⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/bonesbugsandbotany/] Join the Patreon Community to fund this amazing POD: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/pettyherbalist⁠⁠ [https://www.patreon.com/pettyherbalist] Join the bonesbugsandbotany Patreon Community to fund support all of Asia's work: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/bonesbugsandbotany⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.patreon.com/pettyherbalist] Rate us to show your support! Thank You! #StayReady #BePetty ***if you read this far, send me a dm @pettyherbalist for a shoutout!***

beef tallow? HELL YEAH! - sacred fats

Happy Fall, y’all! WE BACK and WE BLACK… like we never left! We’re hopping back into the Fats Series, and we’re discussing a fat that is surprisingly controversial - Beef Tallow. You’ve heard a lot of discourse and politics surrounding this lovely fat… but what do your fave bougie aunties have to say about this? Well, as you know, we have lots to say, and we will get into many details about saturated fats, cholesterol and other medicinal properties of beef tallow. Get your fave bed and let’s get into it! As always, we want to thank you for all of your support, in all the ways! we’re trying to build up this patreon, so that we can sustainably fund the work we already do with the podcast. so if you’re not yet a patreon, join today @ ⁠⁠patreon.com/pettyherbalist⁠⁠ [http://patreon.com/pettyherbalist]. Sources and what’s discussed in the pod: * Szechwan Chili Oil * Hot Sauce in your bag * Menstruation Medicine Bag * Motherwort * Acetaminophen * prostaglandins * Workout & Movement * Know what you need: take it or leave it! * Suet * NIH - Ethnozoology [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11992803/] * Fats and their locations in the body and their unique medicinal qualities * RFK & MAHA: Make America Healthy Again * (scholarly article) NIH [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11123895/]The Lipid–Heart Hypothesis * (author/professor) Marion Nestle [https://www.goodreads.com/author/list/11506.Marion_Nestle⁠] * (website) National Oilseed Processors Association [https://www.nopa.org/] - American Seed Oil Lobby * (scholarly article) NIH - What is a Saturated Fat [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9794145/] * Stable at high temperature * Trans Fats - hydrogenated fats * Medicinal compounds of Tallow * (scientific blog) Corrosive nature of soaps [https://blog.chemondis.com/8217/the-chemistry-behind-your-soap/] * (article) Indigenous use of bear fat [http://woodlandindianedu.com/greasefatoil.html] * Animal fats & Permeability * Need for multi-disciplinarians in the Food Science fields * (scholarly article) NIH - Role of cholesterol in the body [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470561/] * Fat Loss & Loving Fat * (website) Health at Every Size: Principles [https://asdah.org/haes/] * “Healing myself is enough” * (IG Link) Michela Melone [https://www.instagram.com/michelamelone.dance/] * (IG Link) Sherrylin - Dietitian [https://www.instagram.com/sherrylin.rd/] * SOUL FOOD GENIUS COURSE 5-Week Virtual Course Starting Sept 30! Sign up here! [https://www.bonesbugsandbotany.com/course/soul-food-genius-for-all] Follow us on social: ⁠⁠@pettyherbalist⁠⁠ [https://instagram.com/pettyherbalist/] ⁠⁠@bonesbugsandbotany⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/bonesbugsandbotany/] Join the Patreon Community to fund this amazing POD: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/pettyherbalist⁠⁠ [https://www.patreon.com/pettyherbalist] Join the bonesbugsandbotany Patreon Community to fund support all of Asia's work: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/bonesbugsandbotany⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.patreon.com/pettyherbalist] Rate us to show your support! Thank You! #StayReady #BePetty ***if you read this far, send me a dm @pettyherbalist for a shoutout!***

Meet Me at the Throughline with Simone Johnson feat. Asia and Karina

Hey y'all! We are so blessed to be featured on this lovely podcast! Simone is a wonderful interviewer so we hope you all enjoy. Stream Meet Me at the Throughline Podcast on Substack, Spotify and Youtube! Follow on IG: @throughlinepodcast See you back real soon, bbs!