Anya Fernald, named one of The New York Times' Nifty 50, is a sustainable food expert, the co-founder and CEO of Belcampo Meat Co. (use code GENIUS for 20 percent off!), and the co-author of Home Cooked: Essential Recipes for a New Way to Cook.

What you'll learn from this episode:

  • Anya's strategy for developing the superpower of resistance to hyper-palatable foods that wreck your health.

  • The quality of life differences between animals that are factory farmed and the animals raised by Belcampo, and how this translates into product integrity and price experienced by the end consumer.

  • Anya's secrets for optimally nutritious and delicious homemade bone broth.

  • Americans love to grill, but Anya reminds us of the health and cosmetic benefits of enjoying a weekly braise.

  • The differences between suet, tallow, and marrow, and their practical uses.

  • And so much more!

This episode is sponsored by my friends at Ned, the makers of high-quality, homeostasis-regulating CBD oils endorsed by the no-nonsense crew over at Mind Pump. Go to helloned.com and use promo code GENIUS to save 15 percent off your first purchase or 20 percent off your first subscription!

This episode is also sponsored by my friends at Public Goods, your one-stop shop for sustainable, high-quality, and affordable products that are good for people and the planet. Go to publicgoods.com/max and receive $15 off your first Public Goods order with no minimum purchase!

This episode is also sponsored by my friends at SimpleMills, people on a mission to change what's available in grocery stores and make nutrient-dense, whole foods delicious and convenient. Go to SimpleMills.com and use promo code GENIUS20 for 20 percent off your purchase!

This podcast is also sponsored by my friends at Paleovalley. They make grass-fed beef sticks, superfood bars, and other carefully sourced, mindfully crafted, and nutrient-rich selections for optimal health! Go to Paleovalley.com/max for 15 percent off your entire order!

Resources from this episode:

Belcampo Meat Co. (use code GENIUS for 20 percent off!)

Belcampo Meat Co. | Instagram

Home Cooked: Essential Recipes for a New Way to Cook by Anya Fernald and Jessica Battilana

Anya Fernald | Instagram

Anya Fernald | Twitter

How Meat Can Be Good For You and the Planet | Anya Fernald | The Genius Life 61

Most Food in America is Hyper-Palatable and 'Difficult to Stop Eating,' Scientists Say | Newsweek

18 Amazing Health Benefits Of Bone Broth | Louise Hay

Why You Should Add More Collagen to Your Diet, According to Science | Max Lugavere

The Truth About Collagen, Optimizing Iron Levels, and the Little-Known Skin Vitamin | Chris Masterjohn, PhD | The Genius Life 66

Food Forward: The Meat of the Matter | PBS Food

What Exactly Is Silver Skin? | Kitchn

Rate-Limiting Steps in Metabolic Pathways | Journal of Biological Chemistry

The Best Cuts of Meat to Braise, Roast, Grill, and Fry | Food Republic

Why You Need to Eat Organ Meat, Plus Easy and Tasty Ways to Sneak It In | Ashleigh VanHouten | The Genius Life 134

Rendering Suet Step-by-Step Recipe | Paleo Food

The 6 Best Carnivore & Keto Beef Liver Recipes | Carnivore Aurelius

Mary Shenouda | Instagram

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