Articles by Kristen Michaelis CNC

Kristen Michaelis CNC is a published author and teacher. She's created a general nutrition curriculum used by classrooms around the US and written Beautiful Babies -- a book on nutrition for fertility, pregnancy, and breastfeeding that premiered at #1 on Amazon in its category, beating out What to Expect When You're Expecting.

COUPON & WINNER for Real Food For Rookies eCourse

Good news! Not only do I get to announce a winner and give away a GREAT coupon, I also get to tell you that Kelly The Kitchen Kop has decided to extend enrollment in her Real Food For Rookies e-Course for another week!

Real Food Nutrition eCourse Is LIVE!

Are you a parent? Wondering how you’ll possibly teach your kids about Nutrition in a convincing way? Perhaps you want to know more about Nutrition for yourself and would love an in-depth course that respected your love for full-fat raw dairy from pastured cows, sustainable & organic agriculture, and fermented foods?

Last Spring I announced my intention to create an eCourse in Nutrition for the Fall semester, and I’m pleased to inform you that the day has arrived. You can officially start buying slots in the Real Food Nutrition eCourse for you and your children.

Fight Back Friday September 3rd

Welcome back yet again to another Fight Back Friday! Today we are bringing together another collection of recipes, tips, anecdotes, and testimonies from members of the Real Food Revolution.

Who are they? Why, they’re the Food Renegades. You know who you are — lovers of SOLE (Sustainable, Organic, Local, and Ethical) food, traditional food, primal food, REAL food, the list goes on. I believe that by joining together, our influence can grow, and we can change the way America (and the industrialized world) eats!

So, let’s have some fun.

Genetically Modified Salmon And Other Abominations

In two weeks, the FDA will hold public meetings to “hear advice” about whether they should approve genetically-modified (GM) salmon. These salmon have been genetically engineered by AquaBounty Technology to grow at twice the rate of non-GM salmon by forcing the salmon to produce growth-hormone year round.

According to press reports, AquaBounty isn’t just growing GM salmon. They’re also growing GM trout and tilapia. And other companies are waiting in the wings to get FDA approval for GM pigs and cows.

5 Mistakes Real Food Newbies Make

We’ve all been there. There’s always a learning curve whenever you’re trying out something new. But sometimes it would be real nice if that learning curve weren’t so steep. If, instead, you could simply learn from other people’s mistakes.

Today I invited Kelly the Kitchen Kop to share her Top 5 Mistakes she made as a Real Food Rookie.

GIVEAWAY: Real Food For Rookies E-Course

Confused about why so-called healthier food options like whole wheat bread, organic skim milk, or tofu aren’t really all that healthy? Overwhelmed by the process of changing your diet to include more traditional, nutrient-dense foods? Well, you’re not alone! There are lots of people just like you out there — people who are eager to take control of their diet, but are intimidated by a lack of knowledge. Thankfully, Kelly The Kitchen Kop created an online course to help all you Real Food Rookies out.

If you’re thinking of enrolling, enter this giveaway first. Not only will one of you lucky folks win a place in the online class, but everyone who enters will get a coupon code for 15% off the course (that’s an $18 savings)!

Why I’m Not Afraid of Salmonella

If the recent outbreak of salmonella in U.S. supermarket eggs is any indication, food borne pathogens are not going away. In fact, they are increasing in number at an alarming rate. Yet I’m not afraid of contracting salmonella from my eggs. In fact, I eat them raw.

Am I stupid? Do I have a death wish? Nah. I just know my farmer.

Fight Back Friday August 27th

Welcome back yet again to another Fight Back Friday! Today we are bringing together another collection of recipes, tips, anecdotes, and testimonies from members of the Real Food Revolution.

So, let’s have some fun.

Teaching Teens About Real Food

Thankfully, I discovered the world of Real Food when my youngest was an infant. Translation: it’s pretty easy to get my kids to eat Real Food. They don’t put up a fight when I serve them salads, seafood, or liver. Oh sure, they still beg me to take them to McDonald’s or get them doughnuts from Krispy Kreme, but at least they’ll also eat what I cook. But what do you do when you started eating Real Food after your kids already developed a picky, junk-food loving palate?

I watched an absolutely hilarious video posted by Kelly the Kitchen Kop this morning, and it brought this question to the forefront of my mind.

Real Food Nutrition For The School Year

In my house, the new homeschooling year starts next week. Since I know many of you are on a similar schedule, I thought I’d give you an update about the educational materials I’ve made available. Considering that I’ve been getting at least 5 or more emails a day asking for such an update, it’s probably long past due.

There are a lot of great things in the works, so I hope you’ll keep reading.