Gentle Christian Mothers Community
 
Random Quotes from Wise Mamas

~* Please help keep GCM free by using our
Amazon.com affiliate link. Thank you! *~


Go Back   Gentle Christian Mothers Community > Blessing our Family > The Cookbook (Recipes, Cooking, & Food Prep) *Public* > Beverages *Public*
Forgot Password? Join Us!

Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 09-09-2010, 09:39 AM   #1
raining_kisses
Deactivated
 
..a little child, born yesterday, A thing on mother's milk and kisses fed... ~"Hymn to Mercury"
 
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: where the stars at night are big and bright
Posts: 9,038
raining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond repute
Default what milk to buy?

we drink 2% store brand milk right now. i want to move away from that and going with something healthier. so whats the best bang for your buck? organic cows milk, rice milk, soy milk, etc. i dont have access to raw. thanks!
raining_kisses is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-09-2010, 09:44 AM   #2
Can'tTurnLeft
Deactivated
 
 
Join Date: Oct 2007
Posts: 18,362
Can'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond repute
Default Re: what milk to buy?

I would buy whole organic cows milk if you can. Unhomonogized is best if raw isn't an option. Are you sure raw isn't an option? Texas has a lot of raw milk and pretty lax laws.
Can'tTurnLeft is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-09-2010, 09:45 AM   #3
raining_kisses
Deactivated
 
..a little child, born yesterday, A thing on mother's milk and kisses fed... ~"Hymn to Mercury"
 
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: where the stars at night are big and bright
Posts: 9,038
raining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond repute
Default Re: what milk to buy?

well, tbh i never looked. i figured it was way too expensive, but it might not be
raining_kisses is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-09-2010, 09:50 AM   #4
Can'tTurnLeft
Deactivated
 
 
Join Date: Oct 2007
Posts: 18,362
Can'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond repute
Default Re: what milk to buy?

Quote:
Originally Posted by raining_kisses View Post
well, tbh i never looked. i figured it was way too expensive, but it might not be
mine is five dollars a gallon. Far less than organic milk

http://realmilk.com/

---------- Post added at 04:50 PM ---------- Previous post was at 04:50 PM ----------

You couldn't pay me enough to put soy milk in my body. I personally don't think it is a healthy choice for anybody.
Can'tTurnLeft is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-09-2010, 09:51 AM   #5
ilikestrawberryjello
Rose Trellis
 
 
Join Date: Oct 2006
Posts: 2,120
ilikestrawberryjello is a splendid one to beholdilikestrawberryjello is a splendid one to beholdilikestrawberryjello is a splendid one to beholdilikestrawberryjello is a splendid one to beholdilikestrawberryjello is a splendid one to beholdilikestrawberryjello is a splendid one to beholdilikestrawberryjello is a splendid one to beholdilikestrawberryjello is a splendid one to beholdilikestrawberryjello is a splendid one to behold
Default Re: what milk to buy?

Not trying to hijack, but can someone explain "raw milk" to me. I have seen it, but I don't understand why in my state, people aren't allowed to sell it for human consumption. What are the benefits of raw??

To the OP, Store brand organic is what we do!
ilikestrawberryjello is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-09-2010, 09:53 AM   #6
Raspberries
Guest
 
 
Posts: n/a
Default Re: what milk to buy?

Quote:
Originally Posted by raining_kisses View Post
well, tbh i never looked. i figured it was way too expensive, but it might not be
I totally understand the value of your dollar when you're not making a lot of money (if that is the issue ). But sometimes we have to remember the what and whys of our choices. Yes, raw milk will most likely be more expensive than what you're used to. That can be quite a shock! But you just have to weigh out the pros and cons. Remember the work and care going into it. Remember the quality. Also, if you can only buy a certain amount, work on limiting your consumption. I've had to work things that way when funds are low. Maybe I could only afford 2lbs of grass fed beef. That meant that it was portioned out slightly smaller and filled up the gaps with lots of veggies.

---------- Post added at 12:53 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:52 PM ----------

Quote:
Originally Posted by ilikestrawberryjello View Post
Not trying to hijack, but can someone explain "raw milk" to me. I have seen it, but I don't understand why in my state, people aren't allowed to sell it for human consumption. What are the benefits of raw??

To the OP, Store brand organic is what we do!
http://www.raw-milk-facts.com/raw_mi..._benefits.html
  Reply With Quote
The Following User Says Thank You to For This Useful Post:
Can'tTurnLeft (09-09-2010)
Old 09-09-2010, 09:54 AM   #7
~yogamom~
Rose Garden
I support GCM!
 
Just a mom trying to figure it out like everyone one else!
 
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: Western PA
Posts: 4,901
~yogamom~ has a reputation beyond repute~yogamom~ has a reputation beyond repute~yogamom~ has a reputation beyond repute~yogamom~ has a reputation beyond repute~yogamom~ has a reputation beyond repute~yogamom~ has a reputation beyond repute~yogamom~ has a reputation beyond repute~yogamom~ has a reputation beyond repute~yogamom~ has a reputation beyond repute~yogamom~ has a reputation beyond repute~yogamom~ has a reputation beyond repute
Default Re: what milk to buy?

i agree-- try to find some raw milk. if not, then whole, unhomogenized organic milk is a good bet. or grass-fed local milk at your store-- we have a couple local labels in my town.

as far as advantages of raw milk, visit http://www.realmilk.com/
__________________
Wife to my best friend
Gentle mama to my DSD (16), DD1 (7) and DD2 (3)
GFCF
~yogamom~ is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-09-2010, 09:54 AM   #8
raining_kisses
Deactivated
 
..a little child, born yesterday, A thing on mother's milk and kisses fed... ~"Hymn to Mercury"
 
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: where the stars at night are big and bright
Posts: 9,038
raining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond repute
Default Re: what milk to buy?

i have heard that about soy. my mom thinks theres a conspiracy there somewhere

how long is raw milk good for. does it have a pretty good shelf life?
raining_kisses is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-09-2010, 09:58 AM   #9
Can'tTurnLeft
Deactivated
 
 
Join Date: Oct 2007
Posts: 18,362
Can'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond repute
Default Re: what milk to buy?

Quote:
Originally Posted by ilikestrawberryjello View Post
Not trying to hijack, but can someone explain "raw milk" to me. I have seen it, but I don't understand why in my state, people aren't allowed to sell it for human consumption. What are the benefits of raw??

To the OP, Store brand organic is what we do!
check out the link http://realmilk.com/ Lots of information on "why" raw milk. Basically raw milk has more nutritional value, as well as enzymes that make it healthier for our bodies. It is just milk that comes straight out of the cow and then is cooled and put into jugs to drink. Another big bonus (perhaps bigger than the raw IMO) is that it isn't homogenized. This means that the fat globs go through your body without being absorbed as quickly and getting absorbed differently.
Can'tTurnLeft is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-09-2010, 10:00 AM   #10
mamacat
Rose Garden
 
 
Join Date: Mar 2005
Posts: 26,473
mamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond repute
Default Re: what milk to buy?

What Erin said - oh for a 5.00 per gallon source of raw milk! The going rate here is 12.00 I have heard people finding more private sources on places like craigslist etc. yogamom what are some brands of unhomog. organic? We try to get that when cant get raw. We were biting the bullet and paying the 12.00 for raw for awhile but have had a mega hot summer and the lady that brings it drives in a bit and then was sitting in a cooler until we could pick it up and it was tasting just a bit off after only having it for a couple of days so we are waiting for cooler weather again
__________________
~Catherine~

Mama to 5:

C
W
C
J
S
And Grandma to 3:

A ,K and baby C
mamacat is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-09-2010, 10:01 AM   #11
Can'tTurnLeft
Deactivated
 
 
Join Date: Oct 2007
Posts: 18,362
Can'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond reputeCan'tTurnLeft has a reputation beyond repute
Default Re: what milk to buy?

Quote:
Originally Posted by raining_kisses View Post

how long is raw milk good for. does it have a pretty good shelf life?
mine lasts between seven and ten days. But we drink it way quicker than that. Once it sours you can still use it for baking. It makes YUMMY pancakes
Can'tTurnLeft is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-09-2010, 10:05 AM   #12
raining_kisses
Deactivated
 
..a little child, born yesterday, A thing on mother's milk and kisses fed... ~"Hymn to Mercury"
 
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: where the stars at night are big and bright
Posts: 9,038
raining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond repute
Default Re: what milk to buy?

Quote:
Originally Posted by Raspberries View Post
I totally understand the value of your dollar when you're not making a lot of money (if that is the issue ). But sometimes we have to remember the what and whys of our choices. Yes, raw milk will most likely be more expensive than what you're used to. That can be quite a shock! But you just have to weigh out the pros and cons. Remember the work and care going into it. Remember the quality. Also, if you can only buy a certain amount, work on limiting your consumption. I've had to work things that way when funds are low. Maybe I could only afford 2lbs of grass fed beef. That meant that it was portioned out slightly smaller and filled up the gaps with lots of veggies.

---------- Post added at 12:53 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:52 PM ----------


http://www.raw-milk-facts.com/raw_mi..._benefits.html
ITU about paying for what you get. i just started this thread http://www.gentlechristianmothers.co...d.php?t=375232 about cutting out the proccessed foods in our budget to be able to afford better things. milk is going to be my jumping off point. im looking up raw milk in my area now. thanks ladies!

Last edited by raining_kisses; 09-09-2010 at 10:20 AM.
raining_kisses is offline   Reply With Quote
The Following User Says Thank You to raining_kisses For This Useful Post:
Old 09-09-2010, 10:14 AM   #13
mamacat
Rose Garden
 
 
Join Date: Mar 2005
Posts: 26,473
mamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond repute
Default Re: what milk to buy?

Traditionally and biblically people healthfully drank raw milk from animals like cows and goats that are pasture fed.It has only been since man has started trying to do it on a mass scale and animals have been fed grains and been given hormones and drugs and the digestive enzymes have been largely destroyed by heating the milk and the proteins broken up into smaller particles that can get absorbed too quickly which may trigger allergic reactions in some people that it has become a problem for some people.Traditionally asian people dont eat processed soy, soy beans used to be considered toxic.Sprouted soy beans have a toxic substance they produce that keep animals from eating them and are never eaten raw by asian people - only very small amounts cooked in stir fries.Since soy contains estrogen mimicking chemicals that are potent enough to use in OTC formulas to counteract menopause symptoms it should probably give one pause about eating very much soy in your diet every day.I had my 1st baby at the Farm and they were trying to figure out a higher than average rate of miscarriage at the time happening with the women there.They were eating a diet based on soy at every meal......
__________________
~Catherine~

Mama to 5:

C
W
C
J
S
And Grandma to 3:

A ,K and baby C
mamacat is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-09-2010, 10:22 AM   #14
raining_kisses
Deactivated
 
..a little child, born yesterday, A thing on mother's milk and kisses fed... ~"Hymn to Mercury"
 
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: where the stars at night are big and bright
Posts: 9,038
raining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond reputeraining_kisses has a reputation beyond repute
Default Re: what milk to buy?

yes, my moms conspiracy theory is that soy is a population controller.
raining_kisses is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-09-2010, 10:34 AM   #15
mamacat
Rose Garden
 
 
Join Date: Mar 2005
Posts: 26,473
mamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond reputemamacat has a reputation beyond repute
Default Re: what milk to buy?

Interesting theory! And maybe,in part, why so many women are having infertility isues these days tho I think some of that is also all the sugar
__________________
~Catherine~

Mama to 5:

C
W
C
J
S
And Grandma to 3:

A ,K and baby C
mamacat is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Bookmarks

Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off

Forum Jump


All times are GMT -7. The time now is 04:06 PM.


A variety of opinions and ideas are shared on GCM. Personal experiences, suggestions, and tips found here are in no way intended to substitute for medical counsel from a healthcare professional. Always use your own good judgement and seek professional advice when in doubt about a health concern.

Amazon.com affiliate link

Copyright 1997-2017 by Gentle Christian Mothers™
An alternative-minded, evangelical Christian community supporting attachment parenting and natural living.

Do not post content elsewhere.
http://www.gentlechristianmothers.com/community/

Some smilies created and copyrighted by Mazeguy.
Some smilies and avatars created and copyrighted by flowermama and children -- do not use elsewhere.

Soli Deo Gloria
To God only wise, be glory through Jesus Christ for ever. Amen. ~ Romans 16:27 (KJV)

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.3
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.

X vBulletin 3.8.3 Debug Information
  • Page Generation 0.13460 seconds
  • Memory Usage 7,992KB
  • Queries Executed 14 (?)
More Information
Template Usage:
  • (1)SHOWTHREAD
  • (1)ad_footer_end
  • (1)ad_footer_start
  • (1)ad_header_end
  • (1)ad_header_logo
  • (1)ad_navbar_below
  • (1)ad_showthread_beforeqr
  • (1)ad_showthread_firstpost
  • (1)ad_showthread_firstpost_sig
  • (1)ad_showthread_firstpost_start
  • (6)bbcode_quote
  • (1)cyb_flashimagebanners
  • (1)footer
  • (1)forumjump
  • (1)forumrules
  • (1)gobutton
  • (1)header
  • (1)headinclude
  • (1)navbar
  • (4)navbar_link
  • (60)option
  • (1)pagenav
  • (1)pagenav_curpage
  • (1)pagenav_pagelink
  • (15)post_groan_box
  • (1)post_groan_javascript
  • (1)post_groan_navbar_search
  • (15)post_thanks_box
  • (1)post_thanks_box_bit
  • (1)post_thanks_javascript
  • (1)post_thanks_navbar_search
  • (2)post_thanks_postbit_legacy
  • (15)postbit_legacy
  • (14)postbit_onlinestatus
  • (152)postbit_reputation
  • (15)postbit_wrapper
  • (4)showthread_bookmarksite
  • (1)smqre_editor_button
  • (1)spacer_close
  • (1)spacer_open
  • (1)tagbit_wrapper 

Phrase Groups Available:
  • global
  • inlinemod
  • postbit
  • posting
  • reputationlevel
  • showthread
Included Files:
  • ./showthread.php
  • ./global.php
  • ./includes/init.php
  • ./includes/class_core.php
  • ./includes/config.php
  • ./includes/functions.php
  • ./includes/class_hook.php
  • ./includes/functions_notice.php
  • ./mobiquo/smartbanner.php
  • ./mobiquo/include/classTTConnection.php
  • ./mobiquo/smartbanner/head.inc.php
  • ./includes/functions_bigthree.php
  • ./includes/class_postbit.php
  • ./includes/class_bbcode.php
  • ./includes/functions_reputation.php
  • ./includes/adminfunctions_template.php
  • ./includes/functions_misc.php
  • ./includes/functions_post_thanks.php
  • ./includes/functions_post_groan.php 

Hooks Called:
  • init_startup
  • cache_permissions
  • fetch_threadinfo_query
  • fetch_threadinfo
  • fetch_foruminfo
  • style_fetch
  • cache_templates
  • global_start
  • parse_templates
  • fetch_musername
  • notices_check_start
  • global_setup_complete
  • showthread_start
  • template_groups
  • template_safe_functions
  • template_compile
  • showthread_getinfo
  • forumjump
  • showthread_post_start
  • showthread_query_postids
  • showthread_query
  • bbcode_fetch_tags
  • bbcode_create
  • showthread_postbit_create
  • postbit_factory
  • postbit_display_start
  • post_thanks_function_post_thanks_off_start
  • post_thanks_function_post_thanks_off_end
  • post_thanks_function_fetch_thanks_start
  • post_thanks_function_fetch_thanks_end
  • post_thanks_function_thanked_already_start
  • post_thanks_function_thanked_already_end
  • post_groan_function_post_groan_off_start
  • post_groan_function_post_groan_off_end
  • post_groan_function_fetch_groans_start
  • post_groan_function_fetch_groans_end
  • post_groan_function_groaned_already_start
  • post_groan_function_groaned_already_end
  • reputation_image
  • postbit_imicons
  • bbcode_parse_start
  • bbcode_parse_complete_precache
  • bbcode_parse_complete
  • postbit_display_complete
  • error_fetch
  • post_thanks_function_fetch_thanks_bit_start
  • post_thanks_function_show_thanks_date_start
  • post_thanks_function_fetch_thanks_bit_end
  • post_thanks_function_fetch_post_thanks_template_start
  • post_thanks_function_fetch_post_thanks_template_end
  • pagenav_page
  • pagenav_complete
  • tag_fetchbit_complete
  • forumrules
  • showthread_bookmarkbit
  • navbits
  • navbits_complete
  • showthread_complete