Learn How to Read Food Labels & Navigate the Grocery Store with Courtney Swan Food Matters Podcast

In the good old days, nature served up a clean slate – no long list of additives, just pure, fresh goodness. Fast forward to the present, and it's like we've upgraded to a more complex menu with some hidden traps. Integrative nutritionist, Courtney Swan exposes the government subsidies contributing to America's broken food system and gives us simple tips for how to navigate the grocery store.

00:00 Introduction and Background
02:11 Courtney's Journey in the Health Industry
06:08 Issues with the Food Industry
07:50 Greenwashing and How to Avoid It
12:10 The Dangers of Artificial Flavors and Colors
19:06 Impact of Food on Children's Health
26:05 Tips for Healthifying Children's Diets
36:05 Strategies for Healthier Grocery Shopping
39:50 Transitioning from Packaged Foods to Homemade Meals
41:32 Homemade Budget-Friendly Meals
 
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