Ancestral Nutrition Foundation

Ancestral Nutrition Foundation https://theancestralnutritionfoundation.org
We exist to build community, advance ancestral nutrition knowledge, and empower healthful living. Price, Francis M.

Price-Pottenger® is a non-profit education foundation committed to reversing the trend of declining health in our modern world. We teach both the public and health professionals the proven principles from nutrition pioneers Weston A. Pottenger, Jr., and other leading health experts. Browse our site and learn how to improve your health through good nutrition.

05/29/2026

Sleep is one of the first things to suffer when the modern world starts following us into the bedroom.

A lot of people think of sleep issues as stress, hormones, or just “getting older,” but they don’t always stop to consider how much their environment may be affecting their rest too. This video highlights one of the simplest places to start: reducing wireless exposure at night and creating a bedroom that actually supports recovery.

If your phone is sitting on your nightstand, this might be the reminder you didn’t know you needed. Sometimes even removing one constant source of exposure can make a meaningful difference in how you sleep, how you recover, and how you feel the next day.

Join Nora Gedgaudas and Nick Pineault for the full webinar, where they dive deeper into sleep, wireless exposure, and practical ways to reduce unnecessary EMF stress in daily life.

Comment “WEBINAR” and we’ll send you the full webinar.

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05/28/2026

Some quotes make you stop because they cut straight across what people assume is settled.

This is one of them.

Weston A. Price is often cited in conversations about traditional foods, fat-soluble vitamins, and mineral metabolism, but this quote is a reminder that even in his own work, he was drawing distinctions people don’t always talk about. It challenges the idea that fish oil or cod liver oil should automatically be treated as a perfect stand-in for every fat-soluble nutrient the body needs, and it raises the bigger question of whether more is always better when it comes to supplementation.

It’s also a good reminder that context matters. Dose matters. Source matters. And sometimes the most valuable thing a quote can do is push us to think a little more carefully about the assumptions we’ve inherited.

If you'd like to start with Weston A. Price's original research, comment "PRICE" below and we'll send you free access to the Introduction to Nutrition and Physical Degeneration.

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Legumes naturally contain compounds like phytic acid and certain enzyme inhibitors, which can make them harder for some ...
05/27/2026

Legumes naturally contain compounds like phytic acid and certain enzyme inhibitors, which can make them harder for some people to digest, especially if someone already deals with bloating or that heavy feeling after eating beans. Soaking helps break some of that down, while also softening the texture and even shortening cooking time a bit.

And honestly, it doesn’t need to become complicated.

For most people, an overnight soak is enough to make a noticeable difference. If you’re soaking longer than about 12 hours, refrigeration is the safer option, especially in warmer environments, but otherwise the process is pretty simple: soak them, drain them, rinse them, and cook them like you normally would.

Same food, just prepared a little differently, and for a lot of people that alone changes how they tolerate them.

Have you ever tried soaking legumes before?

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05/26/2026

“Probably more so than any crop, [rice] drove societies and economies to become densely populated, potentially more urbanized, and it also transformed landscapes.” – Dorian Fuller, Archaeobotanist at University College London

An omnipresent food of ancient origins, rice is considered to be the foundation of some of the oldest civilizations, such as the Liangzhu culture of Zhejiang, China , playing a key role in our evolution from hunter-gatherers to early farmers. Rice pudding, perhaps one of the most recognizable desserts across the globe, boasts a lengthy history as well and makes a nutritious, satisfying treat anytime of the year!

Ingredients:

3-4 cups brown rice (freshly cooked/steamed)
2 cups milk
2 tablespoons honey
¼ cup chopped pistachios* (optional)
¼ cup chopped almonds* (optional)
¼ cup chopped cashews* (optional)
¼ cup slivered fresh coconut* (optional)
½ cup currants or white raisins (optional)
teaspoon cinnamon
teaspoon nutmeg
teaspoon cardamom
pinch clove
1-2 tablespoons ghee or unsalted butter
*Nuts should always be raw (unroasted) and unsalted. To prevent rancidity, store in refrigerator.

Directions:

Prepare rice ahead of time.

In a wok or large saucepan, melt ghee/butter.

Add in nuts, raisins and condiments and sauté briefly over a low fire.

Add milk and honey; bring to a soft boil.

Add in cooked rice and mix thoroughly.

Cover, turn off heat, and allow flavors to absorb and blend for 15 to 30 minutes.

Serve warmed, but store in the refrigerator.

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05/25/2026

Mental health conversations are often reduced to labels, symptoms, and prescriptions.

But this discussion asks a very different question: what if some of the patterns we call “psychological” or “neurological” are also connected to deeper physiological imbalances happening underneath the surface?

In this video, Morley Robbins challenges conventional thinking by exploring the possible role of iron dysregulation in mental and neurological health. Whether you agree with every conclusion or not, it opens up an important conversation about how mineral balance, metabolism, and brain function may be more connected than most people realize.

If you’re interested in looking beyond surface-level explanations and exploring root-cause perspectives on health, this is a conversation worth hearing.

Join Morley Robbins and Dr. Ron Ehrlich for the full webinar.

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05/22/2026

For a lot of people, wild food represents freedom, self-reliance, and a deeper connection to the natural world.

But this conversation also reminds us that wild food comes with responsibilities, questions, and realities that we can’t afford to ignore.

From parasites found in game to growing concerns around prions and what that could mean for the future of deer hunting, this is the kind of discussion that asks us to be more thoughtful, more informed, and more honest about the food we rely on. It’s not fear-based. It’s about paying attention, staying grounded in reality, and understanding the changing landscape around wild food.

If you care about hunting, wild game, food sovereignty, or the future of truly nutrient-dense food, this is a conversation worth hearing.

Join Nora Gedgaudas and Daniel Vitalis for the full webinar.

Comment “WEBINAR” and we’ll send you the full webinar.

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05/21/2026

Vaccine safety is one of those topics that brings up strong emotions, strong opinions, and a lot of unanswered questions.

And for many people, what they’re really looking for is a conversation that goes deeper than headlines, talking points, or dismissal.

This quote speaks to concerns that many people still have around vaccine injury, chronic illness, and the broader health landscape. Whether you agree with every conclusion or not, these are the kinds of conversations people want space to explore honestly and thoughtfully.

Join Nora Gedgaudas and Mary Holland for the full webinar, where they dig further into vaccine safety, chronic disease, and the questions many people feel are not being addressed openly enough.

Comment “WEBINAR” and we’ll send you the full webinar.

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Lead in baby food? Yes. Even some organic brands tested well above California’s daily safety limit.Independent lab testi...
05/20/2026

Lead in baby food? Yes. Even some organic brands tested well above California’s daily safety limit.

Independent lab testing found certain baby food products containing more than 250% of California’s Prop 65 maximum allowable daily level for lead exposure. Some tested as high as 1.29 μg per serving.

In this post:
• Which products tested highest
• Better food options for babies
• Store-bought brands that performed better in independent testing

At Ancestral Nutrition Foundation, we believe babies deserve nutrient-dense food, not unnecessary exposure to heavy metals.

Comment “BABY” below and we’ll DM you the lab results.

Know a parent who should see this? Share this post to help more families make informed choices.

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05/19/2026

This zesty and creamy ‘Kimchi Coleslaw’ recipe from Taylor Allen of is just the thing to bring to your summertime gatherings and festivities!

Note: The pickled eggs featured in this recipe are a great addition if you are looking for a lighter protein, and so easy to make! All you need is the deviled eggs recipe of your choice, and pickled beet juice. You can find our recipes for ‘Angel Eggs’ and ‘Pickled Beets’ on our website!

Ingredients:

½ head of purple cabbage
¼ cup mayonnaise (preferably homemade)
2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ cup kimchi, julienned
1 carrot, julienned

Directions:

Slice cabbage ¼-inch thick and reserve in a medium bowl.

Combine mayonnaise, vinegar, and onion powder in a small bowl.

In the medium bowl, mix the cabbage, kimchi, and carrot. Toss, then add the mayonnaise mixture. Mix until completely coated.

Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes. Serve cold.

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05/18/2026

This is one of those conversations that makes you step back and think much bigger about food.

Because once you start looking at food through the lens of security, resilience, and independence, you realize this is not just about what’s trending in nutrition or what’s convenient at the grocery store. It’s about whether families and communities still know how to provide for themselves in a world that feels increasingly unstable.

This clip speaks to something deeper: the importance of protecting access to real food, especially animal-sourced foods, and recognizing how vulnerable people become when they are completely disconnected from their own local food systems. If you have any kind of backyard food security, especially when it comes to nutrient-dense animal foods, you’ve already covered a lot more ground than most people realize.

Whether you’re thinking about preparedness, self-reliance, homesteading, or simply building a more secure food future for your family, this is a conversation worth hearing.

Join Nora Gedgaudas and Marjory Wildcraft for the full webinar.

Comment “WEBINAR” and we’ll send you the full webinar.

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