Wise Traditions

The Wise Traditions podcast is for those who seek optimal health, based on ancient wisdom. We believe that vibrant health cannot be cultivated in a lab, engineered through modern technology or found through “improving” nature. On the contrary, “life in all its fullness is mother nature obeyed,” as Dr. Price put it. We thrive when we live as our ancestors did, and we can look to the past for clues on how to go about it. This show, sponsored by the Weston A. Price Foundation, is an invitation to follow ancient health ways and to embrace alternative healing modalities to live our best lives. Our host, Hilda Labrada Gore, known as Holistic Hilda, interviews experts on a wide variety of topics—ranging from nutrient-dense foods to improving mental health to homesteading to detoxing to healing emotional trauma to the power of sunshine and mitigating EMFs. Every episode offers the listener a new (ancient) way to heal, grow, and live a happy life, brimming with vitality.

499: Are Oysters The Ultimate Superfood? with Stephen Kavanagh 11/04/2024

499: Are Oysters The Ultimate Superfood? with Stephen Kavanagh Oysters are a nutrient-rich powerhouse for the body--excellent for cognitive function, the immune system and even boosting mood. Why does liver get all the hype and press?! Stephen Kavanagh of Marine Health Foods, a marine biologist with over 30 years of experience explains why we can look to oysters for TONS of good stuff like zinc, protein, selenium, and more and what these can do for us. Stephen also expands on how unique oysters are, how good they are for the ocean, and what we can do to avoid overfishing them. Connect with and learn more about Subscribe to Wise Traditions on Check out our sponsors and Key Takeaways: Discussion on Mineral Deficiency and Obesity in Ireland Significance of Oysters as a Superfood Historical Consumption and Nutritional Value of Oysters Oyster Overfishing and Restoration Efforts Nutritional Content and Health Benefits of Oysters Impact of Modern Agriculture on Soil Depletion Environmental Importance of Oysters and Aquaculture Importance of Zinc Supplementation and Absorption Eye Health Considerations and Benefits of Oystermax Supplements Episode Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 04:23 - Importance of Natural Nutrient Synergy for Well-Being 07:17 - Selenium Deficiency Linked to Intense Agricultural Methods 11:17 - Hindered by Processed Diets: Appreciating Nutrient-Rich Oysters 14:43 - Sustainable Oyster Fishery Model in Ireland's Final Stand 22:19 - Discover Discounts on Tallow Skincare and New Biology Practices 23:23 - Personalized Wellness Services at Holistic Health Clinic 27:49 - Plant Analogies to Anatomy, Beneficial Nutrients like Walnuts 30:49 - Vegans Recommended Oysters for Zinc and B12 Benefits 33:30 - Enhanced Zinc Absorption with Oyster Extract Aid 38:15 - Embrace Transformation from Irritation to Beauty, a Lesson from Oysters 40:16 - Delve into Health Resources Offered by Weston A. Price Foundation 40:50 - Outro Quote of the Episode: "People linked walnuts to brain health due to their appearance. Now, we recognize their richness in omega 3s actually supports brain function." — Stephen Kavanagh "Oyster consumption or oyster extract proved effective in absorbing zinc, resolving the deficiency."— Stephen Kavanagh /episode/index/show/wisetraditions/id/33708602

498: The “Tweakable” Wise Traditions Diet: Making an Ancestral Diet Work for You with Sally Fallon Morell 10/28/2024

498: The “Tweakable” Wise Traditions Diet: Making an Ancestral Diet Work for You with Sally Fallon Morell How much fat should you eat? What about salt? And broth? Sally Fallon Morell, President and Founder of the Weston A. Price Foundation, goes over today the 11 Wise Traditions dietary principles. She emphasizes how these principles are based on healthy traditional eating practices observed around the world…and how we can apply them wherever we live today! She explains how these ancient practices are backed by science. She reviews the “sacred foods” of indigenous peoples and goes over why they were so revered. She concludes the overview with tips for eating in such a way that sugar cravings are reduced. Tune in for practical advice on enhancing your diet for optimal health, rooted in time-tested traditions. Check out Sally’s blog: Order conference presentations: Fleetwood Onsite - Visit our sponsors: and Key Takeaways: Principles of a Healthy Diet Food Preparation Techniques Nutritional Benefits of Animal Fats Nutrient-Dense Diets in Traditional Cultures Episode Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 01:32 - Overview of Ancestral Eating Guidelines 04:45 - Assessing Dietary Needs Based on Ancestry 07:58 - What Teeth Can Tell Us About Nutritional History and Health 11:53 - Emphasizing Nutrient Density: The Importance of Mineral-Rich Diets 15:47 - The Rising Popularity of Lactofermentation in Health Diets 18:38 - Fermented Cod Liver Oil: A Nutrient-Rich Superfood 20:29 - Resolving Oatmeal Allergy and Granola Illness Through Soaking 23:29 - How Structured Water and Saturated Fats Can Protect Against EMF 26:47 - Cinamix's Role in Reducing Salt and Its Link to Obesity Risks 30:25 - Global Cultural Understanding of Nutrient Needs During Pregnancy 34:24 - The Importance of Iron in Exclusively Breastfed Infants 38:45 - Outro Quote of the Episode: "Transition from processed foods to real food, making gradual changes to adopt a nutrient-rich diet." — Sally Fallon Morell "Structured water in your body, supported by hydrophilic surfaces in cell membranes with saturated fat, enhances protection against EMF."—Sally Fallon Morell /episode/index/show/wisetraditions/id/33612542