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Realfoodology

Courtney Swanwww.realfoodology.com
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 TUESDAY Produced By Wellness Loud.
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Episodes

Into the Multiverse of Psilocybin | Alli Schaper

91: Psilocybin is very near and dear to my heart after it helped me move through the intense grief I was holding onto after the sudden, tragic death of my sister. Consider this your 101 on all things psilocybin and the studies to back it up. I talk to Alli Schaper, Co-Founder of Super Mush functional mushroom sprays and the creator of the Multiverse. If you are interested in learning more about psilocybin, I highly recommend reading How To Change Your Mind by Michael Pollan. Check Out Alli: → Al...

Apr 27, 20221 hr 8 minEp. 91

Honey Is The Bee’s Knees | Carly Stein of Beekeeper's Naturals

90: Carly Stein is on a mission to improve the health of both humans and bees. The founder of Beekeeper's Naturals harnesses the power of the hive to improve energy, mental clarity, scratchy throats, and more. She gives us a 101 on all things bees, honey and how their by products can improve our health in so many ways. Beekeeper’s stands out in their category for their sustainable harvesting and environmental initiatives that go above and beyond to provide pollinators with an equal dose of TLC. ...

Apr 20, 20221 hr 7 minEp. 90

Eat More Salt | Dr. James DiNicolantonio

89: We dive into evidenced based nutrition - more specifically why we should all be eating more salt with Dr. James DiNicolantonio. He is a cardiovascular research scientist and doctor of pharmacy at Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute in Kansas City, Missouri, and author of The Salt Fix and Superfuel. He serves as the Associate Editor of Nutrition and British Medical Journal’s (BMJ) Open Heart, a journal published in partnership with the British Cardiovascular Society. He is the author or ...

Apr 13, 20221 hr 4 minEp. 89

Eating Meat IS Healthy, Sustainable + Ethical | Diana Rodgers

88: Diana Rodgers, RD, is a “real food” nutritionist, author and sustainability advocate. She runs a clinical nutrition practice, hosts the Sustainable Dish Podcast , and speaks internationally about human nutrition, sustainability, animal welfare and social justice. She’s also the producer and director of the film Sacred Cow and co-author of the book Sacred Cow . In this episode she teaches us why eating meat is healthy, sustainable and ethical. Check Out Diana: → Diana's Instagram: @sustainabl...

Apr 06, 20221 hr 4 minEp. 88

Why Do You Want To Be Healthy? | Yogi Cameron

87: Yogi Cameron worked in the fashion world in the 90’s and then found himself in India for the last 18 years to study Yogic philosophy and Ayurvedic medicine as a practitioner and Yogi. He is the founder of the ayurvedic liposomal supplements 108 Beauty and an inspiration to so many! We speak about spirituality and how to find balance and peace in these modern times. Also how to trust your intuition and get back to yourself and your truth so you can better show up in the world! I felt renewed ...

Mar 30, 20221 hr 19 minEp. 87

Stem Cells, Regenerative Medicine + How To Age Healthier | Joy Kong, MD

86: Todays guest is a triple board certified physician who specializes in anti aging and stem cells. Joy Kong MD is the CEO of Uplyft and the founder of THEA Center for Regenerative Medicine. She focuses her efforts on the prevention of aging as well as chronic and degenerative conditions. She believes that complete healing can only come from looking at the whole person, mind body and soul. In this episode we talk about regenerative medicine, what stem cells are, stem cell therapy, aging, diseas...

Mar 23, 20221 hr 30 minEp. 86

An Integrative Approach To Depression + Anxiety | Dr. Peter Bongiorno

85: Dr. Peter Bongiorno, ND, graduated from Bastyr University, the leading accredited university for science-based natural medicine. He completed five years of training in naturopathic medicine and acupuncture, and was honored to be his class speaker.Before medical school, he researched as a pre-doctoral fellow at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland and at Yale University in New Haven Connecticut, and co-authored numerous medical journal articles in the field of neuro-endocri...

Mar 16, 20221 hr 14 minEp. 85

A Chat With The Gut Health Guru | Bethany Ugarte

84: You probably know Bethany Ugarte from her massively successful instagram @Lilsipper which is filled with the most creative recipes. You may not know that she was once on her death bed - and it all stemmed from the gut issues she was experiencing. She tells her health journey, the protocols she did to heal, shares common gut irritants that might be hiding in your food, and so much more! Check Out Bethany: → https://www.lilsipper.com/ → https://www.instagram.com/lilsipper/ → https://www.ifm.or...

Mar 09, 20221 hr 3 minEp. 84

From Hospitalist To Functional MD | Dr. Jess Peatross

83: Dr. Jessica Peatross, MD, is a Hospitalist turned Functional MD. Fed up with what she was seeing in hospitals, she decided to go the Functional Medicine route and now treats patients from a root cause lense. We talk about some of the common underlying issues (that people may not be aware of) that she sees in a lot of her patients, her #killbindsweat method of treatment, what prompted her to shift from an allopathic model of medicine into a functional approach and so much more! Check Out Dr. ...

Mar 02, 202257 minEp. 83

All About Men’s Health + Hormones | Candace Burch

82: Candace Burch is a Hormone Health Educator with a Masters in Health Education and over 25 years of experience in the field. In 2017, she founded Your Hormone Balance as a one-on-one consulting practice, and is now joined by her two daughters, Ryan and Jess, who have expanded YHB's reach to women around the worldCandace has combined evidence based natural rebalancing strategies with targeted education to help women and men around the world "get back to balance!" Today's episode is all about m...

Feb 23, 20221 hr 17 minEp. 82

Wait, There’s More Than One Microbiome? | Ara Katz of Seed Probiotics

81: Ara Katz is the co-founder of Seed probiotic - a probiotic that is changing the game.We break down what a probiotic actually is, we talk about the microbiomes you have in different areas of the body - did you know your mouth has one and there's even a microbiome in the vagina? We address what a prebiotic is, what makes Seed stand out, the impact these antibacterial soaps, sprays, gels etc are having on us and so much more! Show Note/Links: → https://seed.com/ → https://www.instagram.com/arak...

Feb 16, 20221 hr 8 minEp. 81

Everything You Need to Know About Cancer | Dr. Connealy

80: On this episode I meet with Dr. Leigh Erin Connealy M.D. who is the Medical Director at Cancer Center for Healing and Center for New Medicine. She is also the author of "The Cancer Revolution." In this episode we talk about the importance of preventative care in regards to cancer, how people end up with cancer, how to prevent cancer, epi-genetics, why she believes cancer is on the rise, mammograms and so much more. Check Out Dr. Leigh Erin Connealy: → https://www.instagram.com/connealymd/ → ...

Feb 09, 20221 hr 14 minEp. 80

A Discussion on AutoImmunity | Carly Johnson

79: Carly Johnson Brawner is the host of The Doing it Different Podcast, a Non-toxic living expert, Certified Health Coach, and the creator of Frolic & Flow. Frolic & Flow is a space for women curious about holistic living who are in pursuit of taking care of their own health and the health of their families from a natural point of view. She was diagnosed with Hashimotos Thyroiditis and we dive into her story, how she got diagnosed, what her symptoms were, why she thinks we are seeing su...

Feb 03, 202249 minEp. 79

Yes, There Are Bad Foods! How To Stop Lying To Ourselves | HealthIllie

78: Illie Zeneli is a holistic and integrative nutrition coach and the creator behind the popular instagram page Healthillie. In this episode we talk about food freedom, the harm dietitians do by telling people not to label foods as good or bad, we learn how to navigate the supermarket, fitness influencers, how to break up with calorie counting and fad diets and so much more. As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at realfoodologypodcast@gmail.com. And if you like this...

Jan 26, 20221 hr 15 minEp. 78

The Effects Of Fear, A Brief Look Into The Adrenals | Dr. Tricia Pingel

77: Tricia Pingel, NMD is a naturopathic physician and expert on adrenal fatigue and the physical impact of stress on the body. After struggling with multiple symptoms throughout her life that were routinely dismissed as “normal,” Dr. Pingel discovered naturopathic medicine and was able to eliminate her symptoms by focusing on the root cause of disease and supporting her body with proper diet, supplements, and stress management. In this episode we learn all about the adrenals, what their functio...

Jan 19, 20221 hr 12 minEp. 77

What Are Dirty Genes | Dr. Ben Lynch

76: Dr. Ben Lynch is the best-selling author of Dirty Genes and President of Seeking Health, a company that helps educate both the public and health professionals on how to overcome genetic dysfunction. He received his doctorate in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University. We talk about our genes roles in disease, how he’s been getting censored on Instagram for speaking against the current narrative and what he does when he’s sick. Check Out Dr. Ben Lynch: → https://www.instagram.com/drbenly...

Jan 12, 20221 hr 32 minEp. 76

Are Your Probiotics Arriving Alive? | Tina Anderson

75: Tina Anderson is the founder of Just Thrive probiotics with her husband Billy. We really dive into the world of probiotics: what are CFUs, do they need to be refrigerated, are your probiotics “arriving alive”, what to do post antibiotics, why we should all be taking probiotics, kids gut health, gut health during pregnancy, foods to support the microbiome, the connection between gut health and immunity, IBS, sibo, autoimmune disorders, digestive issues, mood, anxiety, depression, Eczema, psor...

Jan 05, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 75

The End of Craving | Mark Schatzker

74: Mark Schatzker is the author of The Dorito Effect, Steak and his newest book, The End of Craving. He is a writer in residence at the Modern Diet and Physiology Research Center, which is affiliated with Yale University. His writing has appeared in the New York Times , the Wall Street Journal , Best American Travel Writing and Annual Review of Psychology . Mark joins me to talk about the nations eating disorder and how our pallets have been hijacked with flavors and chemicals that we are using...

Dec 29, 202159 minEp. 74

Evidence Based Body Positivity | Jonathan Bailor

73: Jonathan Bailor has a new approach to the body positivity movement and I think it is a much healthier approach. What do you think? Check Out Jonathan: → https://jonathanbailor.com/ → https://bettermovie.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 22, 20211 hr 10 minEp. 73

How To Navigate Holiday Parties | Party Smart

72: On this special bonus episode, my podcast Producer Drake Peterson and I share with you some tips and tricks on how to go through this holiday season without derailing your healthy habits. We hope you have a great holiday season and thank you so much for listening to our show! For the graphic that goes along with this episode visit: https://www.instagram.com/p/CXl8SghvNac/?utm_medium=copy_link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Dec 17, 202119 minEp. 72

How to Detox + Get Rid of Parasites | Mary Darnall Part 2

71: Mary Darnall is a Certified Nutritional Therapist and you may know her as the Healing Cave Lady on instagram. We dive into detoxification pathways, how to know if yours are blocked, the signs and symptoms of parasites, how to find out if you have one and how to get rid of them! This is a two part episode so be sure to listen in order. Check Out Mary: → https://www.instagram.com/healingcavelady/ → https://www.healingcavelady.com/ → https://www.healingcavelady.com/supplements Show Links: → Bio...

Dec 15, 202135 minEp. 71

How To Detox + Get Rid of Parasites | Mary Darnall Part 1

70: Mary Darnall is a Certified Nutritional Therapist and you may know her as the Healing Cave Lady on instagram. We dive into detoxification pathways, how to know if yours are blocked, the signs and symptoms of parasites, how to find out if you have one and how to get rid of them! This is a two part episode so be sure to listen in order. Check Out Mary: → https://www.instagram.com/healingcavelady/ → https://www.healingcavelady.com/ → https://www.healingcavelady.com/supplements Show Links: → Bio...

Dec 15, 202155 minEp. 70

Birth Should Be A Female Centered Experience | Emily Stanwyck

69: Emily Stanwyck is a traditional birth doula, birth coach & consultant and Birth Fit coach.We talk about why women need an advocate in the delivery room (or at home), why she argues for home birth (and why they are very safe), why she DIDN’T eat her placenta post partum, how to navigate and be prepared for a hospital birth, what to be sure to say if you ask for an epidural, and SO MUCH MORE! Check Out Emily: → https://www.instagram.com/emilystanwyck/ → https://birthfit.com/ Learn more abo...

Dec 08, 20211 hr 25 minEp. 69

Why Mindset Matters | Lindsey Heppner

68: Lindsey Heppner was diagnosed with lyme disease a few years back and changed her lifestyle completely (food, toxic people, exercise, mindset) and today she can proudly say she's cured. What stood out to me the most about this interview was how she talked about her mindset through all of this and it’s ultimately what saved her. Lindsey is a digital multi-entrepreneur, CEO, and founder of one of the most recognizable influencer agencies, VAMPPED, and the podcast REVAMPPED. Show Links: → https:...

Dec 01, 202159 minEp. 68

Let’s Get Back to Ancient Remedies | Dr. Josh Axe

67: On today's episode I speak with Dr. Josh Axe, founder of Ancient Nutrition and DrAxe.com . He is a certified doctor of natural medicine (DNM), doctor of chiropractic (DC) and clinical nutritionist (CNS) with a passion to help people get healthy by empowering them to use nutrition to fuel their health. He is the bestselling author of the KETO DIET , Eat Dirt , and COLLAGEN DIET , and author of the new, best-selling book Ancient Remedies . Dr. Axe founded the natural health website DrAxe.com ,...

Nov 24, 20211 hr 3 minEp. 67

A Heart Surgeon’s Guide To Staying Off His Operating Table | Dr. Philip Ovadia

66: Dr. Philip Ovadia is the Author of Stay Off My Operating Table: A Heart Surgeon’s Metabolic Health Guide to Lose Weight, Prevent Disease, and Feel Your Best Every Day He is a board-certified Cardiac Surgeon and founder of Ovadia Heart Health. He works to save patients with chronic heart conditions through open-heart surgery. His passion is helping the public to stay off his operating table. He coaches clients in optimizing their metabolic health to avoid heart issues and cure their diabetes....

Nov 17, 20211 hr 12 minEp. 66

2021 Thanksgiving Special, Organic For Everyone Edition

65: The holidays can be the most challenging time to eat real food. On this Thanksgiving edition of Organic for Everyone, my producer Drake Peterson and I teach you how to have an all organic Thanksgiving Feast for under $100.00. That's right, no more Butterball Turkey and Ocean Spray Cranberry Sauce in a can. This is an episode you're going to want to share with everyone you love! Show Links: → Check out my Thanksgiving feast here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CWL2HR5v4P6/?utm_medium=copy_link →...

Nov 12, 202122 minEp. 65

Kids Nutrition | Jaime L. Mathews

64: Jaime is a journalist, holistic health educator and mother of 5. She is also the author of the book Sunroofs and Shoeboxes , a collection of the little nuggets of wisdom she has found in the little things of everyday life. In this episode we talk about nutrition for kids, how to explain nutrition to your kids, how to help train and develop their pallet for healthier foods and so much more. Check Out Jaime: → Book: https://www.amazon.com/Sunroofs-Shoeboxes-Journey-Unexpected-Gratitude/dp/B08Y...

Nov 10, 20211 hr 21 minEp. 64

Achieving True Health + Vitality | Dr. Tyler Jean

63: Dr. Tyler Jean is a Naturopathic Dr with his B.S. in Cell and Molecular Biology. You may know him as @functional.foods on Instagram.We talk about what it means to be a Naturopathic Doctor, how what works for one person may not work for you (and even what worked for you in the past may no longer work for you), bio-individualized diets and how to find what works best for you, how to build your plate when you sit down for a meal, the pillars of health, what true health and vitality means and so...

Nov 03, 20211 hr 15 minEp. 63

Intuitively Eating | Jessi Jean

62: On today's episode I speak with with Certified Eating Psychology Coach, Jessi Jean. She is the host of the Dear Body Podcast and brings such a balanced perspective into the world of intuitive eating. We cover intuitive eating, how can people learn how to listen to their body, good vs bad foods and how to stop moralizing our food, how to find healing around your relationship to food, binge eating and so much more! Check out Jessi: → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dear-body-podcast/...

Oct 27, 20211 hr 6 minEp. 62
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