Health

I like trying to live a healthy lifestyle where food is my medicine, natural supplements are used to boost health, and stress is kept to a minimum. I also love doing in depth research to really learn how and why things are the way they are.

Our Bodies

There is a lot of information (and misinformation) out there about the “perfect diet”. We have found great health benefits in following many of the Weston Price philosophies along with many others, but I wanted to really explore the biology and the chemistry behind how food works in our bodies.

Embracing Motherhood The Mysteries of Digestion Unraveled

The Mysteries of Digestion Unraveled

One of the most basic functions of human physiology is digestion,…
February 1, 2016/by Stacey Maaser

Fats

There is a big misconception that saturated fat and cholesterol are bad for us, but that is simply not true! Saturated fats are actually the best kind! Trans fats are the fats that should be vilified. Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats are good in small amounts, but too many will make you fat!

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The Truth About Fats

Like many adolescent girls, I feel like my obsession with weight…
February 1, 2018/by Stacey Maaser

Best Oils to Cook With

There is only cooking oil that can help you lose weight, have…
February 1, 2018/by Stacey Maaser

How We Were Duped Into Thinking That Saturated Fat and Cholesterol Were Bad

How did this information slip under my radar for so long? Why…
February 1, 2013/by Stacey Maaser

Nutrient Dense Food

By filling our bodies with nutrient dense foods, we are building a strong foundation of health that is the best kind of preventative “medicine”. The focus should be more on what we can eat rather than what we can’t eat. In these articles, I’ll explore in depth why each of these “superfoods” are so good at keeping us in optimal health.

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Butter is a Superfood!

I love that as our kids come to HUGE growth spurts, they consume…
January 2, 2018/by Stacey Maaser
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Why Broccoli is So Good for You and How to Make the Best Steamed Broccoli

Steamed broccoli smothered with butter and sprinkled with salt…
April 1, 2015/by Stacey Maaser

Why We Drink Raw Milk

When I was juggling a full time job and raising a family, I…
September 2, 2013/by Stacey Maaser

Food Science

When exploring which foods are good, which foods are bad, and which foods are in between, there is a deeper level of understanding that can get technical, scientific, and hard to understand. In these articles, I hope to make the science understandable, accessible, and applicable to our lives as we explore the foods we should be eating.

Embracing Motherhood Why We Avoid Commercial Processed Cereals

Why We Avoid Commercially Processed Cereals

I remember how when I was growing up I would always read the…
July 24, 2015/by Stacey Maaser

The Dangers of Phytic Acid and What to Do About It

When you eat a bran muffin, brown rice, or whole wheat bread,…
March 16, 2015/by Stacey Maaser

Why I Base My Health Philosophy on Weston A. Price

Every time I have looked on the Internet for a resource to answer…
October 21, 2014/by Stacey Maaser

Health Science

In addition to filling our bodies with nutrient dense foods, we need to avoid letting it become a toxic waste dump as well. I think it is important to understand why we need to avoid certain toxins in both our food and our environment, and in these articles I’ll explore the science behind these reasons.

How the Keto Diet and Intermittent Fasting Helped Me Lose 20 Pounds in 2 Months

Do you want to lose weight fast, keep it off, and not feel hungry…
September 2, 2018/by Stacey Maaser
How to Stay on Top of Free Radicals with Antioxidants

How to Stay on Top of Free Radicals with Antioxidants

I hear the terms "free radicals" and "antioxidants" thrown around…
December 28, 2017/by Stacey Maaser
What's So Bad About Phthalates?

What’s So Bad About Phthalates?

I've done a bit of research about phthalates to know that they…
December 6, 2016/by Stacey Maaser
Embracing Motherhood Do You Have Lead in Your Water?

Do You Have Lead in Your Water?

Ever since the Flint water scandal, my husband and I have…
February 4, 2016/by Stacey Maaser
Going Barefoot Will Improve Your Health

Earthing and Grounding: The Benefits of Going Barefoot

Why is it that our children always rip off their socks and shoes…
April 21, 2015/by Stacey Maaser

How Insulin Can Make Us Fat…and What to Do About It

It's not eating fats that makes us fat, it's too many carbohydrates…
October 24, 2013/by Stacey Maaser

Supplements

Even when we try to eat the healthiest diet possible, it still might not be enough to reverse the damage that has been done. Natural supplements can help to speed up recovery or provide the best platform for future health. You can get carried away and spend WAY too much money here, so it’s best to prioritize what is within your budget.

Everything You Need to Know About Essential Oils

Everything You Need to Know About Essential Oils

Essential oils seem to be all the rage these days. People are…
January 24, 2017/by Stacey Maaser

The Best Wellness Supplements to Keep Sickness at Bay

When you're sick or starting to feel sick, these are the four…
December 11, 2016/by Stacey Maaser
Embracing Motherhood Wellness Formula is the BEST Way to Beat a Cold!

Wellness Formula is the BEST Way to Keep Sickness at Bay for Children and Adults!

Being a mother of four little ones, I cannot afford to get sick.…
January 7, 2016/by Stacey Maaser

Pharmaceuticals

Pharmaceutical companies are billion dollar corporations out to make a profit. Because they are publicly traded, their number one priority is to make a money, not to help mankind. And while there may instances where these drugs are useful, they are pushed on to consumers way too often. We need to be aware and beware.

Why You Don’t Need Statins

You go to the doctor, they draw your blood, and they knowingly…
October 21, 2014/by Stacey Maaser

Hi, I’m Stacey Maaser,

author of Embracing Motherhood! I am a stay at home mother of 5 with 7 years of teaching experience and a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction. I am passionate about teaching my children, feeding them healthy food, learning the truth about things (not just what is popular opinion or counter culture), and sharing what I’ve learned and experienced with others. Thanks for stopping by!

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