Articles — ancestral organ supplement

The Problem with NSAIDs For anyone dealing with stiff knees, aching hips, or arthritis flare-ups, the first stop is often an over-the-counter NSAID like ibuprofen (Advil®) or naproxen (Aleve®). These drugs work by blocking inflammatory pathways, giving short-term relief. But here’s the catch: NSAIDs don’t solve the problem. They only mask pain, rather than repairing joint tissue. Long-term use can cause gut irritation, ulcers, kidney strain, and even cardiovascular risks. They may interfere with your body’s natural healing process. So while NSAIDs can be useful in a pinch, they’re not a sustainable solution for joint health. Cartilage: Nature’s Joint Soother...

Why Retinol Is Everywhere in Beauty Walk down any skincare aisle and you’ll see dozens of products boasting retinol. Dermatologists prescribe it for acne, beauty influencers rave about it for anti-aging, and nearly every “miracle cream” seems to have it on the label. But here’s the truth: most skincare retinol is synthetic, and for many people it causes irritation, dryness, and sensitivity. What’s worse, it only works on the surface. What if you could nourish your skin from the inside out with the same nutrient — but in its natural, whole-food form? Retinol in Beef Liver: Nature’s Skincare Secret Beef...

Why Organ Nutrition Matters for the Whole Family Organ meats are often called nature’s multivitamin — and for good reason. They deliver nutrients most people are missing today: vitamin A, B12, iron, CoQ10, selenium, and unique peptides you won’t find in muscle meat. But let’s be honest: very few families are serving liver or kidney for dinner. Even adults struggle with the taste, let alone kids. That’s where organ powders come in — they make it possible to get all the benefits without the battle at the dinner table. The Challenge of Getting Kids (and Adults) to Eat Organs Kids...

Fat Digestion: The Missing Link in Modern Nutrition We’ve all been told that healthy fats — like those from grass-fed beef, avocado, or wild-caught salmon — are essential for hormones, energy, and brain health. But here’s the truth: you can eat the best diet in the world, and it won’t matter if you can’t digest and absorb fats properly. That’s where the gallbladder and bile salts come in. What the Gallbladder Actually Does Your gallbladder isn’t just a “storage pouch.” It plays a critical role in digestion by storing and releasing bile salts — compounds that break down fats into absorbable pieces. Without...

Your brain is nearly 60% fat. That means the quality of fats you eat directly impacts focus, memory, and mood. For years, fish oil has been the go-to supplement for brain health, thanks to its omega-3 content. But fish oil isn’t perfect — and there’s an older, more complete source of brain-friendly fats that’s been overlooked: bone marrow. The Downsides of Fish Oil Fish oil isn’t bad — but it comes with baggage: Oxidation risk → fish oil spoils quickly, and rancid oil is harmful. Contamination → heavy metals and PCBs can be found in poorly sourced oils. Fishy aftertaste...