Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this episode, Michelle delves into the history and nuances of flour with Gary Leavitt, President of Nutrimill.
Together, Gary and Michelle explore the significance of flour as a staple food, the techniques of milling, and the devastating nutritional impact "enriched" flour has had on multiple generations.
LISTEN HERE: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/157-ancient-grains-modern-milling-why-they-put-duck/id1502035061?i=1000698563636
The discussion highlights the shift from whole grains to processed foods, the role of government regulations in flour production, and the modern implications of consuming refined flour.
The conversation concludes with a look at the renaissance of milling and the homesteading movement, emphasizing the importance of real food in our diets.
In this engaging conversation, Michelle Visser and Gary Leavitt delve into the world of bread making, nutrition, and the importance of understanding food ingredients. They discuss the misleading nature of commercial bread, the benefits of home baking, and the nutritional value of fresh flour.
The conversation highlights the generational wisdom in bread making, the evolution of flour storage, and the impact of gluten. They also touch on the cost-effectiveness of fresh flour compared to processed options and the future of home milling, emphasizing the importance of real food for our health.
Takeaways:
-Fresh flour has a rich history, dating back to ancient civilizations.
-Milling techniques have evolved significantly over time.
-Government regulations have shaped the flour industry.
-The shift from whole grains to processed foods has impacted our health.
-Modern flour lacks essential nutrients.
-Understanding the history of flour can inform better dietary choices.
-Fresh flour is more cost-effective than processed flour.
& lots more
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Fresh Flour University... Go here for more information: soulyrested.com/flour
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The previous podcast episode that explains WHY I own 3 mills: Episode 104... podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/104-how-to-choose-a-grain-mill-why-this-crazy-lady-has-3/id1502035061?i=1000650345744
Thanks for watching!
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Grab my Pantry Checklist (loaded with discounts on my favorite ingredients) for free right here: soulyrested.com/pantry
FREE resources:
Learn how to use fresh milled flour: graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7
Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52
Learn about dehydrating food: graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvq
Learn about baking with maple syrup: view.flodesk.com/pages/62116313e0eda1a0d870b747
Learn about making your own maple syrup: graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundz
Looking for more free resources? Choose from even more FREE e-courses here: soulyrested.com/howto
My book: amzn.to/45Pt8Pu
My website: soulyrested.com
Instagram: instagram.com/souly.rested
Facebook: facebook.com/soulyrested
Pinterest: pinterest.com/soulyrested
All my favorite ingredients: soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen
About Michelle Visser
Hi, so nice to meet you! I’m Michelle, a former processed food junkie turned real-food enthusiast.
My husband and I live on a small New England farm and sugarbush with a lot of gardens. But I’m passionate about helping folks have more real food in their lives, no matter where they live. No farm or garden required.
Popular topics on my channel include:
Real food
Pantry staple recipes
From scratch cooking
Tea blends & how to make them
Sugarmaking
The Simple Doesn’t Mean Easy podcast
Visit soulyrested.com for more, and subscribe to my YouTube channel to get new videos from me: youtube.com/michellevisser?sub_confirmation=1
👋Find me in all the places:
My book: amzn.to/45Pt8Pu
My website: soulyrested.com
Instagram: instagram.com/souly.rested
Facebook: facebook.com/soulyrested
Pinterest: pinterest.com/soulyrested
Podcast: soulyrested.com/podcast
CONTACT: michelle@soulyrested(dot)com
In this episode, Michelle delves into the history and nuances of flour with Gary Leavitt, President of Nutrimill.
Together, Gary and Michelle explore the significance of flour as a staple food, the techniques of milling, and the devastating nutritional impact "enriched" flour has had on multiple generations.
LISTEN HERE: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/157-ancient-grains-modern-milling-why-they-put-duck/id1502035061?i=1000698563636
The discussion highlights the shift from whole grains to processed foods, the role of government regulations in flour production, and the modern implications of consuming refined flour.
The conversation concludes with a look at the renaissance of milling and the homesteading movement, emphasizing the importance of real food in our diets.
In this engaging conversation, Michelle Visser and Gary Leavitt delve into the world of bread making, nutrition, and the importance of understanding food ingredients. They discuss the misleading nature of commercial bread, the benefits of home baking, and the nutritional value of fresh flour.
The conversation highlights the generational wisdom in bread making, the evolution of flour storage, and the impact of gluten. They also touch on the cost-effectiveness of fresh flour compared to processed options and the future of home milling, emphasizing the importance of real food for our health.
Takeaways:
-Fresh flour has a rich history, dating back to ancient civilizations.
-Milling techniques have evolved significantly over time.
-Government regulations have shaped the flour industry.
-The shift from whole grains to processed foods has impacted our health.
-Modern flour lacks essential nutrients.
-Understanding the history of flour can inform better dietary choices.
-Fresh flour is more cost-effective than processed flour.
& lots more
-------------
Fresh Flour University... Go here for more information: soulyrested.com/flour
-------------
Please check out our sponsors:
soulyrested.com/beef
soulyrested.com/sprout
soulyrested.com/botanicals
Go here to get show notes and special offers for podcast listeners in your inbox: soulyrested.com/podcast
The previous podcast episode that explains WHY I own 3 mills: Episode 104... podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/104-how-to-choose-a-grain-mill-why-this-crazy-lady-has-3/id1502035061?i=1000650345744
Thanks for watching!
👉Click here to subscribe for new videos: youtube.com/michellevisser?sub_confirmation=1
Grab my Pantry Checklist (loaded with discounts on my favorite ingredients) for free right here: soulyrested.com/pantry
FREE resources:
Learn how to use fresh milled flour: graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7
Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52
Learn about dehydrating food: graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvq
Learn about baking with maple syrup: view.flodesk.com/pages/62116313e0eda1a0d870b747
Learn about making your own maple syrup: graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundz
Looking for more free resources? Choose from even more FREE e-courses here: soulyrested.com/howto
My book: amzn.to/45Pt8Pu
My website: soulyrested.com
Instagram: instagram.com/souly.rested
Facebook: facebook.com/soulyrested
Pinterest: pinterest.com/soulyrested
All my favorite ingredients: soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen
About Michelle Visser
Hi, so nice to meet you! I’m Michelle, a former processed food junkie turned real-food enthusiast.
My husband and I live on a small New England farm and sugarbush with a lot of gardens. But I’m passionate about helping folks have more real food in their lives, no matter where they live. No farm or garden required.
Popular topics on my channel include:
Real food
Pantry staple recipes
From scratch cooking
Tea blends & how to make them
Sugarmaking
The Simple Doesn’t Mean Easy podcast
Visit soulyrested.com for more, and subscribe to my YouTube channel to get new videos from me: youtube.com/michellevisser?sub_confirmation=1
👋Find me in all the places:
My book: amzn.to/45Pt8Pu
My website: soulyrested.com
Instagram: instagram.com/souly.rested
Facebook: facebook.com/soulyrested
Pinterest: pinterest.com/soulyrested
Podcast: soulyrested.com/podcast
CONTACT: michelle@soulyrested(dot)com
