

Realfoodology
Courtney Swan
Welcome to the Realfoodology podcast, with your host Courtney Swan. Courtney is a passionate food activist on a mission to heal America’s broken food system. Her show cuts through the noise by tackling the critical issues that impact our health and society as a whole. Each week, join Courtney as she brings together leading voices in food policy, nutrition, sustainability, and wellness to unravel the complexities behind our broken food system, and to simplify how we look at nutrition and food. From debunking misleading health trends to exploring the future of sustainable food systems, Realfoodology equips listeners with actionable insights and empowers them to make informed choices. Whether you’re passionate about healthy living, curious about the politics of food, or simply want to live better, this is your go-to source for conversations that matter. Discover a healthier way to live with Realfoodology. For more info, visit www.realfoodology.com and follow Courtney on Instagram, @realfoodology. NEW EPISODES EVERY TUESDAYProduced By Wellness Loud.
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Feb 13, 2024 • 1h 14min
Ozempic, Seed Oils + "You Are What You Eat" | Mike Mutzel
EP. 184: Mike Mutzel, aka Metabolic Mike joins me to discuss several topics such as Ozempic/GLP-1 Agonists, importance of weight training at any age, the Netflix Documentary, "You Are What You Eat," industrial seed oils and how to instill healthy habits in children. Mike is the author of "The Belly Fat Effect."
Topics Covered:
0:07:47 - Healthcare Disconnect and Lifestyle Interventions
0:10:00 - Ozempic
0:16:30 - The Importance of Hormones in Metabolism
0:26:32 - Problem With Vegan Diets and Impact
0:36:41 - Biased Funding and the Plant-Based Narrative
0:40:07 - Exercise and Diet for Optimal Health
0:45:45 - Sleep, Sunlight, and Weight Training Importance
0:55:54 - Instilling Healthy Habits in Children
1:02:22 - Canola Oil
Booked Mentioned:
Nourishing Traditions: The Cookbook that Challenges Politically Correct Nutrition and Diet Dictocrats
Fateful Harvest: The True Story of a Small Town, a Global Industry, and a Toxic Secret
Check Out Mike:
Instagram
YouTube
Website
Podcast
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Feb 6, 2024 • 1h 10min
How to Be Healthy Before, During & After Pregnancy | Lily Nichols
EP. 183: I sit down with Lily Nichols, acclaimed registered dietitian and author, about the importance of nutrition at every stage of motherhood. We delve into the key nutrients for fertility, pregnancy, and post-delivery recovery, drawing insights from Lily's work in "Real Food for Pregnancy" and "Real Food for Gestational Diabetes." This episode challenges common myths about pregnancy nutrition. Learn about prenatal and postnatal nutrition's impact on health and future generations, including the significance of organ meats and essential vitamins for developing embryos. We also discuss the high nutritional needs during the postpartum phase, comparing it to the demands on elite athletes, and share stories of dietary transformation and global postpartum care wisdom. This conversation offers an evidence-based guide for expectant and aspiring parents, highlighting nutrition's role in supporting life's early stages.
Topics Discussed:
09:17 - Lily Nichols and her history in childhood nutrition, pregnancy and postpartum nutrition, and gestational diabetes
11:13 - Impact of Blood Sugar Level on Baby’s Development
13:16 - Testing for Gestational Diabetes
19:25 - The Importance of Nutrition Before Pregnancy
29:52 - Animal Sourced Proteins and Challenges of a Vegetarian Diet
40:07 - Foods to Avoid While Pregnant
44:20 - Where Your Food Comes From Matters
48:20 - The Science Behind Cravings
50:44 - Essential Nutrients During Pregnancy
55:13 - Postpartum Nutrition
01:02:58 - Eat Plenty of Protein
01:06:04: - Health Non-Negotiables
Check Out Lily Nichols:
Instagram
Facebook
Twitter
Website
Links Mentioned:
Real Food for Pregnancy: The Science and Wisdom of Optimal Prenatal Nutrition
Real Food for Gestational Diabetes: An Effective Alternative to the Conventional Nutrition Approach
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Jan 30, 2024 • 1h 39min
"Eating Cheap Food is a Privilege" - The True Price of Our Food Choices | Mollie Engelhart
EP. 182: When Chef Molly Engelhart, a fervent proponent of regenerative agriculture, joins me, we uncover the sobering truth behind the so-called privilege of inexpensive food in America. Our candid discussion traverses the unseen toll on farm workers, the alarming use of chemicals in our sustenance, and how these factors collide with the well-being of the soil that feeds us. Molly's firsthand experience running a regenerative farm brings an authenticity to the conversation, as we scrutinize the intricate dance between our eating habits, mental health, and the environmental repercussions of our modern food industry.
Topics Discussed:
0:00:00 - Regenerative Farming and System Corruption
0:08:33 - Discussion on division and chemical warfare's impact, including the recent sale of a heart farm and changes in the restaurant industry
0:16:03 - Conversation about the importance of healthy soil and food, and the connection between gut health and mental well-being
0:30:13 - Insights into the importance of real food and the significance of discernment in food choices
0:39:03 - Analysis of misconceptions about the affordability of organic food and the choices people make regarding health and nutrition
0:45:37 - Examination of the effects of chemical sensitivities on health and the impact of everyday scented products
0:57:57 - Discussion on sodium levels, birth rates concerns, and the role of salt in our diets
1:10:47 - Reflections on the challenges faced in farming and food production, including starting a farm and managing its ecosystem.
1:23:26 - Promoting Sustainable and Local Food Choices
1:28:58 - Food Sovereignty and Consumer Choice Importance
Check Out Mollie:
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Jan 23, 2024 • 1h 9min
Fashion's Toxic Truth + Wardrobe Wellness Strategies for Non-Toxic Fashion Choices | Alden Wicker
181: Have you ever stopped to consider what's lurking in the very fabric of your wardrobe? Join me as I sit with sustainable fashion expert Alden Wicker, who brings compelling insights from her book "To Dye For: How Toxic Fashion is Making Us Sick." Together, we unravel the shocking truth about toxic chemicals in our clothing and their alarming health implications.
Topics Discussed:
0:07:50 - Chemicals in Clothing
0:13:07 - Health Effects of Uniforms and Fashion
0:21:14 - Organic Certification and Toxicity in Fashion
0:23:18 - Dyes Used in Synthetic Fibers
0:26:25 - Vegan Leather is Dangerous
0:35:21 - Concern About Workout Clothes
0:37:14 - Government Regulations and Safety Concerns
0:42:49 - Detoxification and Avoiding Forever Chemicals
0:47:17 - Improving Fertility and Health Through Detoxification
1:01:14 - Chemical Dose and Endocrine Disruptors Impact
Check Out Alden:
To Dye For - Book
Online
https://ecocult.com
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Jan 18, 2024 • 1h 13min
Your Food Choices Make a Difference, Cultivating a Sustainable Food Future + Supporting Farmers | Zack Smith
EP. 180: As the earth beneath our feet continues to bear the burden of traditional farming, Zack Smith, a farmer with deep roots in the Iowa soil, joins me to share his compelling transformation towards regenerative agriculture. Our discussion is a tapestry woven from personal anecdotes and professional insights, detailing the journey from conventional to sustainable farming. We peel back the layers to reveal the stark reality of soil degradation, the economic strain on rural communities, and the uplifting potential of regenerative methods to not only feed our global population but also heal our land.
Navigating through the complexities of the agricultural landscape, Zack and I dissect the tension that brews between large-scale operations and the nurturing regenerative model. With a focus on the 'cluster clocks' farming system, we illustrate the symbiosis of livestock and land management that could usher in a verdant future for our farms. Our conversation also spotlights the far-reaching influence of the farm bill, urging listeners to recognize the power held in their daily food choices and the collective impact these decisions have on shaping a regenerative, health-conscious agricultural policy.
Topics Discussed:
00:03 - Agriculture and Rural Economies
13:34 - Soil Health and Regenerative Farming
22:41 - Save the World
25:16 - Issues with Big Ag
35:50 - Getting Out of the Big City
38:50 - Regenerative Farming and Stock Cropper
41:31 - Cluster Clucks and the Symbiotic Relationship of Animals and Soil
48:21 - Ethanol
52:20 - Inflation Reduction Act
55:41 - The Farm Bill and Crop Insurance
01:01:58 - Consumer Action to Support Farmers
Check Out Zach:
YouTube
Instagram
Facebook
Thestockcropper.com
Email thestockcropper@gmail.com
Links Mentioned:
Food Inc.
Stock Cropper
Pasture Bird Farm
Cluster Cluck App
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Jan 16, 2024 • 1h 7min
Are We Sensitive to Gluten, Or Just What Has Been Done To It? | Jon Olinto
Jon Olinto, co-founder of One Mighty Mill, explores the truth about bread, challenges in the food system, creating transparency, the impact of Michael Pollan, stone mills and real flour, gluten's connection to our food, the importance of sustainable and local supply chains, challenges in consumer attitudes, and driving change in the food system.

Jan 9, 2024 • 1h 14min
'There's a Reason Cheap Food is Cheap' + How Food Ends Up On the Shelf | Kyle Koehler of Wildway
EP. 178: Join the conversation with Kyle Koehler, the visionary behind Wildway Foods, as we peel back the curtain on the true cost of cheap food and the monumental challenges those in the health-conscious food space face. Discover how spending less at the checkout may actually be costing us more in healthcare, and why it's essential to support companies that put our well-being at the forefront. From the meticulous processes of regenerative farming to the crafting of additive-free products, Kyle and I explore how every dollar spent is a vote for the future of our health and our planet.
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Topics Discussed:
11:57 - Regenerative Farming Challenges and Sustainable Sourcing
19:04 - Challenges of Global Supply Chains
24:56 - Product Pricing and Additives
29:07 - Navigating the Food Industry and Choices
41:21 - Food Companies' Retail Challenges
59:29 - Concerns About Food Safety and Regulation
01:04:07 - Regenerative Farming and Health Priorities
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Show Links:
Kiss The Ground
Common Ground
Check Out Courtney:
Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide!
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Produced By: Drake Peterson
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Jan 2, 2024 • 1h 22min
Diet for Anti-Aging, Breast Implant Illness + The Truth About Fillers & Botox | Dr. Anthony Youn
Dr. Anthony Youn, America's Holistic Plastic Surgeon, shares insights on anti-aging and skincare strategies. Topics include autojuvenation, diet's influence on facial aging, hydration for collagen production, and the truth about fillers, Botox, and breast implant illness.

Dec 20, 2023 • 1h 9min
"What Happens in the Soil, Happens In the Gut," How to Buy Chicken + Know Your Farmer | Paul Grieve of Pasture Bird
EP. 176: Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide!
I'm thrilled to share my chat with Paul Grieve from Pasture Bird. We unpack the profound impact of regenerative farming on our health, animal welfare, and the planet, revealing the deep connection between soil vitality and the quality of our food. Paul helps us understand the true meaning behind "pasture-raised" and why it's about so much more than a label on your chicken. Through an honest examination of food labeling and the impact of diet on livestock, we aim to guide you towards choices that resonate with your values. This episode is a call for transparency and consumer wisdom in navigating the terrain of ethical food production.
Show Links:
Kiss the Ground - Documentary
Common Ground - Documentary
Topics Discussed:
10:45 - How does regenerative farming contribute to a sustainable future
16:20 - Explain the plant-animal relationship in a regenerative farm
22:00 - Common misconceptions about "pasture-raised" and "free-range"
27:40 - How do animals improve soil health for the environment and humans
30:22 - Food Industry's Misleading Labels and Marketing
33:50 - How can consumers ensure ethical and regenerative food purchases
40:10 - Challenges transforming a depleted farm into a regenerative one
45:30 - Motivation and complexities of partnering with Purdue for regenerative practices
51:15 - Pasture Bird's role in the local food movement
57:00 - Personal practices to connect with food and land
58:49 - Non-GMO Switch and Retailer Partnerships
1:04:00 - Nature's Influence on Food Culture
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Dec 13, 2023 • 1h 18min
Weight Loss, Overcoming Struggles of Mental Illness, Healing Acne from The Inside Out + Creating an Empire | Mari Llewellyn
EP. 175: Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide!
Join me, as I welcome my dear friend Mari Llewellyn, founder of Bloom and host of the Pursuit of Wellness Podcast. Hear about her inspiring journey to wellness, her transformational weight loss, and how she uses diet to manage a diagnosed personality disorder. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Mari's experiences and gain a fresh perspective on your own wellness journey.
Topics Discussed:
0:00:00 - My New Grocery Store Guide
0:10:19 - Transforming Mental Health Through Fitness
0:17:29 - Diet's Impact on Mental Health
0:24:09 - Manage Phone Use + Knowing When to Put it Down
0:32:55 - Using Pain as Purpose
0:38:27 - Struggles of Being a Public Figure
0:41:30 - Revealing the Root Cause of Acne
0:45:22 - Overcoming Skin Issues and Healing Naturally
0:51:30 - Diet, Supplements, and Skincare
0:55:27 - Discovering Balance and Building Confidence
1:00:58 - Overcoming Adversity and Building Resilience
1:06:55 - Product Development Challenges and Lessons
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Produced By: Drake Peterson
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