Axle Acres Farm Sc

09/08/2026

09/07/2026

Things I wish I knew in the beginning that I know now,

Starter that has been feed a few times vs starter that has been fed consistently for. a few months old two different things!!!

Feeding my starter and leaving it on the counter vs putting in oven with the light on!!! Though some don’t recommend (someone may turn on oven and ruin your starter)… This has been a game changer for me. They actually make and sell warmers, I’m just not going to spend the money on that.

What you think is good, gets even better lol

You can use milk instead of water when making!

The bread sold on Amazon under King Arthur is not actually! Your have to pay close attention and do research most likely to know this but it’s the truth! They use synthetic vitamins in the one on Amazon. 😕

What is something you wished you would have known when you first started baking bread?

09/06/2026

Stop buying the bottled stuff! It’s time to take control of your fridge and level up your kitchen game! Trust me! You and your family are worth it and it taste soooo much better!!!

Most store bought condiments are packed with unnecessary preservatives, high-fructose corn syrup, and soybean oils.

But did you know you can make your own homemade mayonnaise and ketchup in less than 15 minutes?

Not only do they taste infinitely better, but you also get to decide exactly what goes into them.

Here is my challenge to you this weekend:

Skip the condiment aisle and make your own!

The 2-Minute Mayo Challenge

Throw away the store-bought jar.

Real mayo is incredibly rich, creamy, and takes literal seconds if you use an immersion blender.

What you need,
1 whole egg, 1 cup of light olive or avocado oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice (or vinegar), a pinch of mustard powder, and salt.

The trick….Put everything in a tall jar, place your immersion blender firmly at the very bottom, turn it on high, and slowly pull it up as it emulsifies. Boom. Perfect mayo.

The Rich & Tangy Ketchup Challenge,

Say goodbye to corn syrup. Homemade ketchup actually tastes like real, vibrant tomatoes and warm spices.

What you need,

Tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, a touch of maple syrup or honey, onion powder, garlic powder, and a pinch of clove or allspice.

The trick… Whisk it all together with a splash of water over low heat for 5 minutes to let the flavors marry.

Who is ready to accept the challenge?

Drop a comment below if you’re team , and post a picture of your jars once you make them! 👇

09/05/2026

🙏🏽 Days like this animals need to be checked on through out the day!! Lots of water and shade!

09/05/2026

This week….Some of this some of that….

09/04/2026

Ever crash hard at 2:00 PM, struggle to button your jeans after lunch, or wake up with achy joints?

The culprit might not be your sandwich—it might be what’s spread on it!!!

Most store-bought mayonnaise isn’t real food anymore; it’s an industrial chemistry experiment designed to sit on a warm warehouse shelf for nine months.

Here is what those ingredients are actually doing to you every single day….!

The 2:00 PM Brain Fog & Fatigue,

Commercial jars are loaded with cheap, refined soybean and canola oils.

These inflammatory omega-6 fats trigger low-grade systemic inflammation, leaving you feeling sluggish, exhausted, and unfocused an hour after eating.

That Uncomfortable 3:00 PM Bloat…..

Ever wonder why your stomach feels tight and distended after a simple turkey wrap? "Light" and mass-market mayos rely on gums and modified starches to fake thickness, which ferment in your gut and cause painful gas and bloating.

Stiff, Achy Joints……!!?

Chronic consumption of oxidized seed oils keeps your body in an inflamed state, often showing up as stiff knees, tight fingers, and nagging backaches.

Nutrient Blockers!!

Ingredients like Calcium Disodium EDTA keep the oil from spoiling on the shelf by latching onto minerals—which can inhibit your body from absorbing essential zinc, magnesium, and iron from your lunch.

The Fix !! (2 Minute Immersion Blender Recipe)You don’t have to give up creamy potato salads or turkey clubs.

Real mayo has four ingredients and takes 90 seconds to make‼️ Watch and see!!

1 whole egg (at room temperature)
1 cup mild/light-tasting olive oil or pure avocado oil
1 tbsp lemon juice (or raw apple cider vinegar)
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard1/2 tsp sea salt

How to make it,
Place all ingredients in a wide-mouth glass mason jar, letting the egg sink to the bottom.
Put an immersion blender all the way to the base of the jar, over the yolk.
Turn it on high and hold it flat on the bottom for 15 seconds until thick white cream forms, then slowly tilt and pull up to emulsify the remaining oil. That’s it!!

Real nutrients, zero afternoon crash, and gut-friendly!!!

Call to ActionHave you checked the oil list on your condiment bottles lately?

Drop a comment below if you’ve tried making your own or will soon!!

09/04/2026

Game Changer‼️
Coming up‼️👀

09/04/2026

Why Sourdough English Muffins are an absolute game changer for your health!

If you're still buying store bought English muffins, you are missing out on some incredible, science backed benefits.

Switching to authentic, naturally fermented sourdough does wonders for your body.

Here is exactly what happens when you make the swap…

Way Easier on Your Stomach….

The long, natural fermentation process breaks down gluten and starches before it even hits your plate. Say goodbye to that heavy, uncomfortable bloating!

Steadier Blood Sugar…..

Sourdough has a lower glycemic index than regular white bread. Lactic acid slows down the release of glucose into your bloodstream, meaning sustained energy with NO crash.

Unlocks Hidden Nutrients….

Grains naturally contain phytic acid, which blocks mineral absorption. Sourdough fermentation neutralizes it, letting your body actually absorb iron, zinc, and magnesium.

Zero Mystery Chemicals….

Homemade or artisan sourdough skips the artificial preservatives, dough conditioners, and shelf stabilizers found in commercial factory bread.

Just pure, clean ingredients.

The best part? They have that perfect, signature chew and those deep nooks and crannies for your favorite toppings.

Have you ever tried making your own, or do you buy them from a local bakery?

Let me know in the comments!

09/03/2026

Most people think poor gut health just means bloating or heartburn. But your gut is connected to almost every system in your body.‼️

When your gut microbiome is out of whack, it shows up physically in ways you might not expect…Here is a few.

Chronic Fatigue‼️

Constantly tired even after 8 hours of sleep? Your gut produces a massive amount of the body's serotonin, which regulates sleep.

Skin Flare-Ups‼️

Eczema, psoriasis, and random breakouts are often just your gut inflammation reflecting on the outside.

Brain Fog‼️

That fuzzy, unfocused feeling is a direct result of the gut-brain axis. If your gut is inflamed, your brain feels it.

Sugar Cravings‼️

An overgrowth of "bad" bacteria can actually hijack your cravings, demanding sugar and processed carbs to feed themselves.

Frequent Colds‼️

Over 70% of your immune system lives in your gut.
If you catch every bug going around, look at your digestion first.
Listen to your body! It speaks in symptoms, not words.

What’s one symptom that surprised you on this list?

09/03/2026

Real Farm Yogurt vs. Store Bought

Is Your "Health Food" Actually Hurting Your Gut?

Most people eat yogurt for one big reason…gut health. But if you flip over the average grocery store tub, you might be surprised to find that commercial yogurt looks a lot less like real cultured dairy and a lot more like an ultra processed snack.

Here is what happens behind the scenes of commercial tubs versus what we culture by hand in our farm kitchen.

Farmhouse Cultured Yogurt Pros

Trillions of live, active cultures!
Slow, 12-to-24-hour incubation allows probiotics to multiply naturally, delivering up to hundreds of times more beneficial bacteria than fast-fermented store cups.

Naturally low in lactose.
A long, uninterrupted ferment lets the bacteria consume most of the milk sugars (lactose), making it gentle on sensitive stomachs.

Zero fillers or gums…That thick, creamy texture comes naturally from healthy milk proteins and gentle straining not industrial starched.

Just 2 pure ingredients! Fresh whole milk and active starter cultures. No added sugars, no artificial flavors, and zero preservatives.

Cons… Shorter shelf life…

Because it is a living, raw active food without chemical preservatives, it keeps for a couple of weeks rather than sitting on a shelf for months.
Darn a few weeks. Doesn’t really even sound like a con to me.

Store Bought Commercial Yogurt Pros

Cheap and long-lasting..Inexpensive and stays "good" in the fridge for weeks or months.

Cons

Rushed fermentation!

Commercial factories often cut fermentation times down to just a few hours, leaving high levels of intact lactose that trigger bloating and sluggish digestion.

Preservatives that kill the benefits‼️

Many commercial brands add potassium sorbate or sodium benzoate to stop yeast and mold.

Clinical findings indexed on PubMed show that these antimicrobials suppress beneficial gut bacteria like Faecalibacterium, counteracting the probiotics you bought the yogurt for in the first place.

Gut irritating thickeners & emulsifiers, To compensate for watered-down milk and short ferment times, factories dump in carrageenan, modified corn starch, and cellulose gum. 🤮

Research on PMC demonstrates that additives like carrageenan can thin the gut's mucosal barrier, spark intestinal inflammation, and contribute to "leaky gut.

Hidden sugar overload..

Many "healthy" fruit and vanilla flavors pack more added sugar than a doughnut, driving blood sugar spikes and systemic inflammation.

The Bottom Line

Real yogurt is alive, tangy, and simple. Your gut knows the difference between cultured food and chemical shortcuts!

It is so easy to make!!!