Blog — tallow

Today, we’re diving into the wonderful world of tallow. This nutrient-packed, healthy fat is an often-overlooked gem in the realm of natural ingredients. Let’s explore why tallow is such a superstar. What Makes Tallow a Healthy Fat? Tallow, rendered from the suet of cattle, is loaded with essential vitamins and nutrients that are not commonly found in other fats. Here are a few key benefits: Rich in Fat-Soluble Vitamins: Tallow is abundant in vitamins A, D, E, and K. These vitamins play crucial roles in maintaining healthy skin, boosting immunity, and supporting overall health. Healthy Fatty Acid Profile: Tallow contains...

Canola oil has practically taken over as the food processing industry’s oil of choice. Whether it’s mayonnaise, chips, or salad dressings, canola oil is usually the first, second or third ingredient on the list. Unfortunately, the health dangers of canola oil are far beyond what we’ve been led to believe.So if there aren’t any actual health reasons to use it, why would it be so widely used throughout the food industry? As with most reasons certain ingredients are used over others – the price. Canola oil is extremely inexpensive to grow and harvest. It is also very easy to grow, due to its...

Written by Dr Axe You may not have realized it, but chances are you’ve consumed something called butyric acid before, and believe it or not, your body produces it as well. It’s true — butyric acid, also known as butanoic acid or BTA, is a saturated short-chain fatty acid found in butter, ghee, raw milk, animal fats and plant oils. It’s also formed in and therefore found in our colons through the bacterial fermentation of carbohydrates like dietary fiber. Butyric acid supports the health and healing of cells in the small and large intestine. It’s also the favored source of fuel for the cells lining the interior of the...