2585: What Our Ancestors Can Teach Us About Healthy Eating by Kathy Robinson of Athena Wellness

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Episode 2585:
Explore the enduring wisdom of traditional eating habits with Kathy Robinson as she reflects on her grandmother's time-tested culinary practices, rooted in the modest kitchens of Brooklyn's early 20th-century Italian immigrants. This episode delves into the vital connection between past and present dietary choices, demonstrating how historical eating patterns can inspire healthier modern lifestyles.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://athenawellness.com/blog/2021/3/15/what-our-ancestors-can-teach-us-about-healthy-eating
Quotes to ponder:
"Food was seasonal (i.e., on sale) and locally sourced because air freight didn’t exist yet. She ate whole foods before both words came to be capitalized."
"The food was homemade, prepared with love and eaten in community."
"There was always gratitude - a moment to say grace, to be thankful for the food they were about to eat - because they could remember what it was like to grow up during The Great Depression."
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