basic cleaning recommendations

Conventional Wisdom would have us believe that we need a separate cleaner for every surface and every situation!  counter-top cleaner.  toilet bowl cleaner.  shower cleaner.  sink cleaner.  etc.

all you need are some basic things, and they can do it all for you.

• I would highly recommend getting these glass spray bottles.
  • fill one of them with half distilled vinegar and half water.  use this as a natural cleaner, deodorizer, and disinfectant on any and all surfaces, especially those that may come into contact with food.  vinegar can be used for so many things, it’s natural, safe, non-toxic, and versatile!
  • fill one of them with 1/3rd Miracle II Miracle Soap and the rest water.  use this as your multi-purpose cleaner for all situations.
• right now, Miracle II Miracle Soap is my favorite all-purpose cleaner. I use it for EVERYTHING.  counter-tops, floors, toilets, showers, you name it.
• I love Miracle II Moisturizing Miracle Soap for my shower soap.  I just put a squirt in my hand and use it to bathe my entire body.
• my next favorite choice for all-purpose cleaner is Dr. Bronner’s Pure Castile Liquid Soaps.  this can be used for anything as well.
• Dr. Bronner’s Pure Castile Bar Soaps are great for using on your body in the shower.
• for dish detergent for washing dishes in the sink, we recommend Seventh Generation Dish Liquid.
• for dishwashing machine detergent, we recommend Seventh Generation Dishwasher Detergent Packs.
• for laundry detergent, we recommend Seventh Generation Concentrated Laundry Detergent.

animal meats

conventional meats are fine < hormone antibiotic free better < grass-fed / pasture-raised best.
remember we’re looking for maximum nutrients and nutrient synergy = bone in, skin on, fatty cuts when possible :)

• we love getting local bulk meats from VegasFoodCoop.com if in Vegas.
• ButcherBox butcherbox.com and U.S. Wellness Meats grasslandbeef.com for online ordering of meats.

for healthy fats

healthy fats need to be included in every meal, for a signal of fat-based energy, and to help absorb fat-soluble nutrients.  ideally, healthy fats are traditional, minimally processed, and good quality such as hormone antibiotic free, grass-fed, and/or organic.

• butter.  any butter will be great, as long as it’s real butter.  for better quality options, look for grass-fed such as KerryGold.
• for coconut oil, look for organic, cold-pressed such as this one from Nutiva.
• for ghee (clarified butter), we LOVE this one from Ancient Organics and this one from 4th & Heart.  remember, ghee can be used just like butter, esp if you have dairy intolerances.
• for olive oil, we only recommend California Olive Ranch, always.   many other olive oils have been tested as fraudulent!  visit truthinoliveoil.com.
• try this avocado oil from Primal Kitchen.
• and then this macadamia nut oil http://amzn.to/2dpITno.
• our preferred coconut cream / milk, this is our absolute favorite, and then here is our favorite canned version, and we also love this one.
• animal fats, we LOVE FatWorks for lard, tallow, duck, chicken, lamb, goose, wild boar fats.  check them out here.

sauces, dressings

• love this fish sauce, we put it on everything!
• the best soy sauce alternative ever – coconut aminos!
• organic yellow mustard.
• the best sriracha sauce.
• best option for organic ketchup, Primal Kitchen Organic Unsweetened Ketchup.  we also love this one.
• try this organic BBQ sauce.
• our favorite mayonnaise.
• love ALL of these salad dressings from Primal Kitchen.
• love Cholula hot sauce, and love JoJo’s Jerky sauces!!!

sweets, sweeteners & powders

• raw, unfiltered Nature Nate’s honey http://amzn.to/2nsnb7G
• our favorite Vermont maple syrup http://amzn.to/2mNUggU
• this is the best stevia product http://amzn.to/2nK0G0G, it has the least ingredients, and NOW is a great company.
• try this cocoa powder http://amzn.to/2mQwJay.
• for making desserts, try these dark chocolate chips by Enjoy Life http://amzn.to/2oegeXA
• a low / non-sugar option for dark chocolate chips http://amzn.to/2nh9asi
• these have to be our favorite dark chocolate bars http://amzn.to/2oekGp8

ice creams

although there are probably many that check out as far as ingredients go, these are our top picks:

• Straus ice creams are our top pick!  look for them in most health food stores https://www.strausfamilycreamery.com/product-categories/organic-ice-cream/
• Jeni’s Ice Cream.  expensive but very high-quality https://jenis.com/
• Halo Top Creamery.  MOST check out but please read the ingredients!  and also be aware – sugar alcohols such as xylitol and erythritol are fine, but some people experience digestive issues with them, so test it out https://halotop.com/

basic spices

• get some black pepper http://amzn.to/2nsz4KQ
• remember we sell unrefined Himalayan sea salt in our office, but you can also get it here http://amzn.to/2oelyKG
• real salt is another great option http://amzn.to/2nsJn19
• organic ceylon cinnamon, the best for blood sugar handling (and tastes great) http://amzn.to/2oewKXE

chips, crackers, pork rinds

• we love these chips from Jackson’s Honest http://amzn.to/2nrIGoP, please be sure to read the ingredients on each one as they sometimes change over time :)
• Jilz Gluten Free Crackerz crackers are amazing http://amzn.to/2odSrXH
• our absolute favorite pork rinds http://amzn.to/2ns3nku

nut and seed butters and spreads

• SunButter is my favorite nut/seed butter spread!  http://amzn.to/2nrXgwM
• nothing but roasted almonds in this one!  http://amzn.to/2oe7osP
• roasted macadamia nut butter http://amzn.to/2nemTiT

bars

use sparingly!  the majority of your food be real food, home cooked and prepped!  having some of these bars available for a snack, hike, or even a treat is fine!

• Epic bars – LOVE THEM.  http://amzn.to/2nJibNV
• LÄRABAR!  please read the ingredients!  http://amzn.to/2nrSXBw

sparkling water options

use sparkling water as a compliment to your overall hydration goals.  the majority of the water you drink should be pure, and then mineralized yourself.  and then you can have sparkling water periodically to add variety and flavor.

• my absolute favorite is Pellegrino.  I’d recommend getting glass bottle options such as this http://amzn.to/2nrHuBT, or this http://amzn.to/2odHh5l
• La Croix has some great options http://amzn.to/2o2YVeM
• Zevia checks out, stay with their soda line, do not venture into energy drinks http://amzn.to/2odSenu

for mineralized hydration

• UltraFINE L-ASCORBIC ACID (vit C) (we sell in our office)
• we recommend these trace minerals
• we recommend this unrefined salt because it’s intact with nutrients
• fresh lemon and/or lime (for cofactors)
• Lemon, Lime, and/or Metabolic Blend essential oil(s)

my favorite knives

• Global G-4 – 7 inch, 18cm Oriental Chef’s Knife http://amzn.to/1WugNXF
• Global GS-38 – 3 1/2 inch, 9cm Western Style Paring Knife http://amzn.to/1R1q5do
• how to cut properly :) https://stellaculinary.com/cooking-videos/culinary-knife-skills

recommended cookware

recommended items for your kitchen, check out this video on real food cooking and food prep tips :)

• enamel cast iron http://amzn.to/1Wuhb8E
• 5 Gallon Stainless Steel Stock Pot with Lid http://amzn.to/1SWIFVs
• Nordic Ware Natural Aluminum Commercial Baker’s Half Sheet http://amzn.to/1WuhDn6
• Crock-Pot Programmable Cook and Carry Oval Slow Cooker, 6-Quart http://amzn.to/1pOTiy8
• Weber Original Instant-Read Thermometer http://amzn.to/1SWJ4Ho
• Pyrex Basics Clear Oblong Glass Baking Dishes, 2 Piece Value Plus Pack Set http://amzn.to/1pOTAVK
• Reynolds Wrap Aluminum Foil, 200 Sq Ft http://amzn.to/1WuijJb

reusable stuff

we all care about our planet and environment.  reduce your toxic consumption of all these “to go” things, and replace them with your own reusable stuff!  I carry my spork and canteens everywhere!

• TOAKS Titanium Spork http://amzn.to/1WuiAfm
• Klean Kanteen http://amzn.to/1SWJT2T
• Hydro Flask http://amzn.to/1pOUbqm
• Eco Vessel http://amzn.to/1pOUbqm

seafood – Vital Choice

have you heard of Vital Choice?!  we could all do better about getting quality seafood in our diet.  Vital Choice IS THE PLACE! Vital Choice is a trusted source for fast home delivery of the world’s finest wild seafood and organic fare, harvested from healthy, well-managed wild fisheries and farms.  ALL FRESHLY CAUGHT AND FLASH FROZEN, DELIVERED TO YOUR HOME.

Sweet Potato Awesome

this guy lives in Vegas and his stuff is AMAZING.  these “slices” go great with everything.  looking for a “chip” to dip with?  something to make a sandwhich with?  or check out any of these other 333 ways to use them!