Comments on: How to Feed a Husband Real Food

By: Erin

Erin — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 19:54:55 +0000

My husband is from Mexico, so going back to the way things were is heaven to him. He is total thrilled about getting raw milk, and I think he was a little shocked too . His mom barely used canned or boxed or bottled anything, and though some of what I learn from these various whole foods sites are not Mexican in flavor, I know enough of how to make Mexican food to adopt it to that side of how we eat. We are both excited, but he is looking at the bottom line too. When it comes to organic produce he was a little upset yesterday when I put my foot down to non-organic produce, until I took him home, sat him down and explained that we are reverting back a little. Eat what is in season, can, freeze and dehydrate to have produce all year. He is coming around to some of it, and will to the rest. I know him enough to know that he wants organic produce because it tastes more like home, but he is worried about the cost. Like I tell him, it will take time to build up what we have and be switched over, and it will take money, but once it happens, we will end up with most likely a lower budget because I will have on hand canned, frozen and dehydrated produce, frozen organic meats, hopefully our own chickens for fresh organic eggs, grain for breads etc…that leaves room to buy fresh produce and raw milk here and there when needed.

By: Katie

Katie — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 09:49:28 +0000

Expat Mom,
An excellent litmus test! Katie

By: Katie

Katie — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 09:25:30 +0000

Jason,
That is an excellent insight. What different lives we lead as an at-home vs. at-work spouse! Katie

By: jason

jason — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 04:53:53 +0000

Having switched from being the primary breadwinner to a stay-at-home, I think there’s a different sort of mental energy when you’re home all day, dealing primarily with kids instead of adults, constantly being asked for food, dealing with family sicknesses and mood/energy swings, waiting at appointments, shuttling kids around, etc. It’s easier to do lots of thinking about how to improve the families health.

Whereas, the working spouse is thinking all day about job related issues, spending time in professional development seminars, trying not to mentally bring work home, switching gears in the evening to be a parent and enjoy a few hours with the kids, etc.

By: Katie (too)

Katie (too) — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 23:52:35 +0000

I think the main thing is to make changes slowly. My husband doesn’t care too much about the health part, honestly. But he is a huge fan of homemade bread (with unbleached all-purpose flour, because we’re really not whole wheat people), chicken soup, and broccoli with butter. I’ve found that the things I really think he’ll object to turn out to be no big deal, and vice versa. One step at a time, and like Sally Fallon says, it’s not healthy if NO ONE will eat it.

By: Expat Mom

Expat Mom — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 02:24:40 +0000

My husband is very reluctant to try new food, but he’s gradually getting used to it. He will taste it and then ask me what’s in it . . . but even if he doesn’t like what I make, he eats it so the boys will see him doing it.

To get an honest reaction I ask, “So, would you want to eat that again?” And he’ll say, “Not really”, “Maybe once in a while.” or “Sure!”
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By: Kari

Kari — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 13:46:01 +0000

Too funny, Stacy…for my husband, it’s coke, cereal, and ramen noodles, too! I feel so bad buying him ramen noodles, but I do to apprease him! I found some recently with less sodium, and crossed my fingers, and he likes them! But, my dh asks for so little-he really does-that I’m not going to nag him about those few things.
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By: Katie

Katie — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 06:48:18 +0000

Stacy,
Yay! I love to hear about medicinal reversals using food alone. Our bodies are made to work right if we treat ‘em right (most of the time). Thank you so much for sharing, although you are too generous in your flattery! Katie

By: Staci

Staci — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 02:26:15 +0000

I have started a new carnival “Meatless Mondays.” I would love for you to join in. You can post something new, or dig up a favorite blast from the past. I have enjoyed reading many of your tips, and I am sure there are others that would love to have you share.
http://teachingmoneytokids.blogspot.com/2010/01/meatless-monday-carnival-kids-in.html
Thanks Staci
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By: tonya

tonya — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 02:40:01 +0000

very correct on keeping raw milk cold. by law, a grade a dairy has to cool milk to the appropriate range within an hour after milking (pretty sure i’m remembering that # correctly). i’m hoping you’re getting your milk from a grade a dairy. i would not recommend getting it from someone who can’t make grade a. you should definitely transport it in a cooler.

remember that milk spoils when the bacteria load reaches a threshold where it impacts taste. unpasteurized milk will reach that threshold quicker than pasteurized milk.

organic milk is really not worth the premium price. the organic milk standards are pretty loose. aside from the standard organic measures, it says the cows must have access to pasture. no stipulation on how much, or if they have to be eating grass. they could be getting access to a pasture that’s been over grazed. your premium is best spent elsewhere.
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