The Dirt on Humic/Fulvic Supplements: A Rewilded Perspective
The Dirt on Humic Supplements: A Rewilded Perspective
Do You Really Need Those Spendy Humic/Fulvic Supplements? My Rewilding Journey
Scrolling through my social media lately, I couldn't help but notice the explosion of trendy humic and fulvic acid supplements promising everything from gut healing to cellular repair. With price tags often starting at $30-40+ per bottle, I had to wonder: are we paying premium prices for something our ancestors got for free?
What Are These Magic Dirt Molecules?
Humic and fulvic acids are complex compounds created when bacteria break down plant matter in soil. They're essentially the "communication network" of healthy soil - helping nutrients move between plants, bacteria, and fungi in that rich underground ecosystem we rarely think about.
Our ancestors consumed these compounds daily through unwashed vegetables, drinking from springs, and their generally closer relationship with the earth. Today, with our filtered water and triple-washed produce, we've ...
Spring Rewilding: What if the root cause is . . .
# Episode 198: Spring Rewilding & What If the Root Cause Is...
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Hello, my friends! I hope you're all enjoying spring now that we're in the midst of it. The plants are truly emerging from their winter rest, and by now I bet most of you have as well. I've been savoring the spring—it has been such a joy to re-witness all the plants in full bloom.
This weekend, I spent time on a little off-grid plant immersion, embarking on an epic barefoot hike with my dear friend (and foraging mentor) Ian. Together, we discovered an abundance of wild edibles, both familiar favorites and exciting new finds.
We came across an amazing patch of ramps—so plentiful! The wood nettles are already coming in, and we gathered a bunch of stinging nettles along with two varieties of horsetail.
I've been incorporating wild greens into my meals every day. Even my kids are getting more excited about them—my 16-year-old was thrilled to discover that I ca...
