Realfoodology

Courtney Swan
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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.

  1. 1D AGO

    Egg Freezing, IVF & Fertility Truths

    291: Fertility has become one of the most requested topics on the show, so in this special Realfoodology compilation episode, I’m revisiting some of the most powerful insights from past conversations with leading fertility experts. You’ll hear highlights from previous episodes covering everything from egg freezing and IVF to genetic factors like the MTHFR mutation, environmental toxins, hormone health, and the key nutrients needed for a healthy pregnancy. We also explore how stress, sleep, metabolism, and even male fertility can influence conception. These conversations played an important role in my own fertility journey, and I hope the insights shared here can support you on yours. Topics Discussed: → What are the biggest hidden factors impacting fertility today? → How does the MTHFR gene mutation affect fertility, pregnancy, and prenatal health? → What should you know before freezing your eggs or starting IVF? → Can toxins like BPA, microplastics, and endocrine disruptors reduce fertility? → What nutrients, lifestyle habits, and health markers matter most when preparing for pregnancy? Sponsored By: → Yaya’s EVOO | YAYA’S is offering 15% off your order, and it even stacks on subscriptions. Go to https://www.yayasevoo.com/realfoodology. → Function | Own your health for $365 a year. That’s a dollar a day. Learn more and join using my link. Visit https://www.functionhealth.com/realfoodology and use gift code REALFOODOLOGY25 for a $25 credit toward your membership.  → Qualia | Take control of your cellular health today. Go to https://www.qualialife.com/realfoodology and save 15% to experience the science of feeling younger.  → Beekeepers Naturals | Today, Beekeeper’s Naturals is giving my listeners an exclusive offer – go to https://www.beekeepersnaturals.com/realfoodology or enter code REALFOODOLOGY to get 20% off your order. → Clearstem | Discover the CLEARSTEM difference — Because CLEAR SKIN CHANGES EVERYTHING. Go to https://www.clearstem.com/realfoodology and use code REALFOODOLOGY at checkout for 15% off your first order. Timestamps:  → 00:00 - Introduction  → 04:28 - Infertility Causes + Birth Control: Dr. Sasha Hakman → 16:57 - Biological Age: Dr. Katharine Zagone → 22:35 - IVF & Male Fertility: WeNatal Founders Vida & Ronit → 30:26 - MTHFR Gene + Sperm Health: Ben Lynch Show Links: → Dr. Sasha Hakman  → WeNatal  → Seeking Health  Check Out: → Dr. Sasha Hakman | Instagram  → Dr. Katherine Zagone | Instagram  → WeNatal Founders Vida & Ronit | Instagram  → Ben Lynch | Instagram  Check Out Courtney:  →  LEAVE US A VOICE MESSAGE →  Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide! →  @realfoodology →  www.realfoodology.com →  My Immune Supplement by 2x4 →  Air Dr Air Purifier →  AquaTru Water Filter →  EWG Tap Water Database Produced By: Drake Peterson

    36 min

  2. MAR 10

    Dr. Peter McCullough: Spike Protein Detox, Blood Clots & COVID Vaccine Effects Explained

    290: I’m revisiting my conversation with Dr. Peter McCullough, a cardiologist and founder of the McCullough Foundation, to discuss the research surrounding spike proteins from COVID and mRNA vaccines. We dive into how spike proteins may affect the body, including potential links to blood clots, heart health, and fertility concerns. Dr. McCullough also shares detox strategies that some people - including my husband Hector - have used after vaccination. This is an important discussion about understanding science, asking questions, and helping educate friends and family during a very divisive time.  → The Wellness Company | Visit https://www.twc.health/ and use code REALFOODOLOGY for 10% off all orders plus free shipping on all orders.  Topics Discussed: → What are spike proteins? → Can spike proteins cause blood clots and heart damage? → Is there a safe way to detox spike proteins after the COVID vaccine? → What does the research say about COVID vaccines and fertility? → How can you talk to friends and family about COVID vaccine risks? Sponsored By: → Timeline | Support your cells and how you age with Mitopure® Gummies from Timeline. Visit https://timeline.com/Realfoodology and save up to 39% off your Mitopure® Gummies.  → Cowboy Colostrum | Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code REALFOODOLOGY at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/realfoodology. → Just Thrive | Get your health in check and save 20% on your first order at https://www.justthrivehealth.com/realfoodology. → Our Place | Stop cooking with toxic cookware, and upgrade to Our Place today. Visit https://www.fromourplace.com/realfoodology and use code REALFOODOLOGY for 10% off sitewide. With a hundred-day risk-free trial, free shipping and returns, you can experience this game-changing cookware with zero risk. → Paleovalley | Head to https://www.paleovalley.com/realfoodology, or use code REALFOODOLOGY at checkout for 15% off your first purchase.  → Manukora | Head to https://www.manukora.com/realfoodology to save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook! Timestamps:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction  → 00:05:26 - Processed Foods   → 00:11:28 - Pandemic Response  → 00:26:04 - Spike Proteins, Blood Clots & Vaccines   → 00:46:20 - Vaccine Impacts: Fertility + Heart Damage   → 00:56:12 - Vaccine Detox  → 01:07:40 - Vaccine Risk Awareness  → 01:15:10 - Future of Health  → 01:22:30 - The Wellness Company  Show Links: → The Wellness Company   → The Courage to Face COVID-19: Preventing Hospitalization and Death While Battling the Bio-Pharmaceutical Complex | Book   → Focal Points Newsletter  → McCullough Foundation Check Out: → Instagram  Check Out Courtney:  →  LEAVE US A VOICE MESSAGE →  Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide! →  @realfoodology →  www.realfoodology.com →  My Immune Supplement by 2x4 →  Air Dr Air Purifier →  AquaTru Water Filter →  EWG Tap Water Database Produced By: Drake Peterson

    1h 31m

  3. FEB 24

    The Biblio Diet: Red Meat, Raw Milk & the New Dietary Guidelines | Dr. Josh Axe

    289: Dr. Josh Axe joins me to explore the powerful connection between ancient wisdom and modern nutrition. We break down the latest U.S. dietary guidelines, why animal fats and extra virgin olive oil are making a comeback, and what the Bible actually says about red meat, alcohol, and balanced eating.We also unpack why carnivore and vegan diets don’t work for everyone, eating to avoid parasites, and what to know about raw milk if you’re curious but cautious.  Topics Discussed: → How have the new U.S. dietary guidelines shifted?  → What does the Bible actually say about alcohol and red meat?  → Why don’t carnivore or vegan diets work for everyone? → Could parasites be silently draining your energy? → Is raw milk worth the risk? Sponsored By: → YAYA’S EVOO | YAYA’S is offering 15% off your order, and it even stacks on subscriptions. Go to https://www.yayasevoo.com/realfoodology. → Cowboy Colostrum | Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code REALFOODOLOGY at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/realfoodology. → Our Place |  Stop cooking with toxic cookware, and upgrade to Our Place today. Visit https://www.fromourplace.com/realfoodology and use code REALFOODOLOGY for 10% off sitewide. With a hundred-day risk-free trial, free shipping and returns, you can experience this game-changing cookware with zero risk. → Paleovalley | Head to https://www.paleovalley.com/realfoodology, or use code REALFOODOLOGY at checkout for 15% off your first purchase.  → Just Thrive | Get your health in check and save 20% on your first order at https://www.justthrivehealth.com/realfoodology.  → Manukora | Head to https://www.manukora.com/realfoodology to save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook! Timestamps:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction  → 00:05:08 - New Dietary Guidelines Explained  → 00:15:48 - The Biblio Diet  → 00:38:40 - Parasites, Pork + Cancer Treatment  → 00:45:34 - Wisdom from the Bible   → 00:52:28 - Alcohol + Hormone Therapy  → 1:02:25 - Modern Medication  → 1:06:50 - Raw Milk  → 1:10:55 - Health Myths: Cholesterol, Sunshine & Sickcare   Show Links: → The Biblio Diet | Book   → The Dr. Josh Axe Show | Podcast  → The Health Institute  Check Out: → Instagram  Check Out Courtney:  →  LEAVE US A VOICE MESSAGE →  Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide! →  @realfoodology →  www.realfoodology.com →  My Immune Supplement by 2x4 →  Air Dr Air Purifier →  AquaTru Water Filter →  EWG Tap Water Database Produced By: Drake Peterson

    1h 17m

  4. FEB 17

    Can You Slow Ovarian Aging? | Iman Hasan

    288: I’m joined by Iman Hasan, host of the podcast “Biohack-it” to talk about something I don’t think we’re discussing enough: the link between healthspan, fertility and women’s health. After losing her mom to cancer, Iman began questioning the medical system and embarked on a mission to understand aging, fertility, and whether menopause can be reversed. We dive into ovarian aging, lipid replacement therapy, functional fertility doctors, and how chronic stress is pushing women into early perimenopause. This episode will challenge you to reframe your daily routines to promote healthy aging.  Topics Discussed: ➝ Can you reverse menopause naturally? ➝ What does healthspan vs. longevity look like for women?  ➝ Do NAD shots actually improve fertility and hormone health? ➝ How can chronic stress push women into early perimenopause? ➝ What is lipid replacement therapy for cellular detox? Sponsored By: → Just Thrive | Get your health in check and save 20% on your first order at https://www.justthrivehealth.com/realfoodology. → Function Health | Own your health for $365 a year. That’s a dollar a day. Learn more and join using my link. Visit https://www.functionhealth.com/realfoodology and use gift code REALFOODOLOGY25 for a $25 credit toward your membership.  → Timeline | Support your cells and how you age with Mitopure® Gummies from Timeline. Visit https://www.timeline.com/realfoodology and save up to 39% off your Mitopure® Gummies.  Timestamps:  → 00:00 - Introduction  → 01:06 - Vaccines, Cancer & Kids    → 07:54 - Fertility Myths + IVF  → 14:40 - Reversing Menopause  → 19:54 - Lipid Replacement Therapy & Phosphatidylcholine → 24:22 - Toxic Feminism   → 37:18 - Growing Up in Pakistan → 41:08 - Future of Functional Wellness   Show Links: → Biohack-It Podcast  Check Out: → Instagram  → Instagram | Biohack-It  Check Out Courtney:  →  LEAVE US A VOICE MESSAGE →  Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide! →  @realfoodology →  www.realfoodology.com →  My Immune Supplement by 2x4 →  Air Dr Air Purifier →  AquaTru Water Filter →  EWG Tap Water Database Produced By: Drake Peterson

    47 min

  5. FEB 10

    Cellular Detox 101: Fasting, Heavy Metals, Cholesterol & Inflammation | Dr. Daniel Pompa

    287: I’m joined by Dr. Daniel Pompa, health coach, author, and founder of the Pompa Program, to break down the truth about intermittent fasting, cellular detox, and inflammation. We explore how fasting actually works at the cellular level, what a real feast day looks like, and how toxins, seed oils, and even dental issues can drive chronic inflammation (and bigger health issues down the line). Dr. Pompa also shares how mercury poisoning reshaped his approach to health and why cholesterol is so misunderstood. If you’re doing all the “right” things but still feel off, this episode connects the dots. Topics Discussed: → Is intermittent fasting good or bad for health? → How does cellular detox reduce inflammation? → What causes the “skinny fat” look even in healthy people? → Can heavy metals and environmental toxins damage mitochondria? → Is elevated LDL cholesterol actually bad for your health? Sponsored By: → Our Place | Stop cooking with toxic cookware, and upgrade to Our Place today. Visit https://www.fromourplace.com/realfoodology and use code REALFOODOLOGY for 10% off sitewide. With a hundred-day risk-free trial, free shipping and returns, you can experience this game-changing cookware with zero risk. → Clearstem | Go to https://www.clearstem.com/realfoodology and use code REALFOODOLOGY at checkout for 15% off your first order. → Paleovalley | Save at 15% at https://www.paleovalley.com/realfoodology and use code REALFOODOLOGY. → Beekeeper’s Naturals | Today, Beekeeper’s Naturals is giving my listeners an exclusive offer! Visit https://www.beekeepersnaturals.com/realfoodology or enter code REALFOODOLOGY to get 20% off your order. → Qualia | Take control of your cellular health today. Go to https://www.qualialife.com/realfoodology and save 15% to experience the science of feeling younger.  → Vandy | Ready to give Vandy a try? Get 25% off your first order by going to https://www.vandycrisps.com/realfoodology and using code REALFOODOLOGY. Timestamps:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:03:43 - Intermittent Fasting  → 00:22:50 - Heavy Metal Poisoning  → 00:37:18 - Finding Purpose Through Pain → 00:49:25 - Cellular Detox  → 00:55:02 - Dental Cavitation + Cancer  → 01:08:17 - Toxins: Mold, Metals, Seed Oils   → 01:15:10 - Cholesterol Truths + Fish Oils   → 01:29:16 - Food Myths, Mold & Hormones Show Links: → Pompa Program → Webinar | Cellular Health → The Dr. Pompa Podcast Check Out: → Instagram Check Out Courtney:  →  LEAVE US A VOICE MESSAGE →  Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide! →  @realfoodology →  www.realfoodology.com →  My Immune Supplement by 2x4 →  Air Dr Air Purifier →  AquaTru Water Filter →  EWG Tap Water Database Produced By: Drake Peterson

    1h 36m

  6. FEB 3

    Getting Pregnant After 35, What You Need To Know

    286. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Natalie Crawford, a board-certified fertility doctor with a nutrition background, to talk about what women aren’t being taught about fertility and hormonal health. She breaks down how to understand your menstrual cycle, and explains the benefits of learning this even before you’re ready to have kids. We also talk about how mindset, lifestyle, exercise and sleep can contribute toward fertility, especially if you’re in your late 30s and 40s. This conversation shifts the narrative away from fear and age and back to the health of the woman.  Topics Discussed: → How does hormonal birth control impact fertility and the menstrual cycle? → Why should you track your cycle naturally? → When does health matter more than age when trying to get pregnant? → What is AMH and when should you check your levels?   → What is the biggest factor impacting fertility? Sponsored By: → Cowboy Colostrum | Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code REALFOODOLOGY at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/realfoodology. → Just Thrive | Get your health in check and save 20% on your first order at https://www.justthrivehealth.com/realfoodology. → Yayas EVOO | YAYA’S is offering 15% off your order, and it even stacks on subscriptions. Go to https://www.yayasevoo.com/realfoodology. → Manukora | Head to https://www.manukora.com/realfoodology to save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook! → Timeline | Support your cells and how you age with Mitopure® Gummies from Timeline. Visit https://www.timeline.com/realfoodology and save up to 39% off your Mitopure® Gummies.  → MASA | Ready to give MASA a try? Go to https://www.masachips.com/realfoodology and use code REALFOODOLOGY for 25% off your first order. You can also find MASA Chips at your local Sprouts supermarket! Timestamps:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:04:43 - Understanding Fertility Earlier → 00:19:44 - Fertility: Health, Diet & Lifestyle  → 00:32:47 - Health Tips to Improve Fertility       → 00:46:02 - Preparing to Conceive    → 00:54:10 - Diets for Fertility  → 00:01:33 - Fight For Your Health   Show Links: → The Fertility Formula | Book  → As a Woman | Podcast  → Dr. Natalie Crawford | Website Check Out: → Instagram  Check Out Courtney:  →  LEAVE US A VOICE MESSAGE →  Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide! →  @realfoodology →  www.realfoodology.com →  My Immune Supplement by 2x4 →  Air Dr Air Purifier →  AquaTru Water Filter →  EWG Tap Water Database Produced By: Drake Peterson

    1h 9m

  7. JAN 27

    Can You Actually Slow Aging? NAD, Longevity, and Healthspan Explained | Baran Dilaver

    285: In this episode, I’m joined by Baran Dilaver, cofounder of Wonderfeel Biosciences, to break down one of the most important molecules for aging and longevity: NAD. We talk about what NAD actually is, why it declines as we age, and how that impacts everything from energy and cognition to skin health and sleep. Baran explains the difference between healthspan and longevity, how to spot low-quality or fake NAD supplements, and why going back to nature - not pharmaceuticals - is key for long-term health. We also cover diet, exercise, sleep, Blue Zones, and simple lifestyle shifts that can help you age better, not just longer. Topics Discussed: → What is NAD and why does it decline as we age? → How do NAD supplements support longevity and healthspan? → What’s the difference between healthspan and longevity? → How can you avoid fake NAD products? → Can boosting NAD levels improve energy, cognition, and skin as you age? Sponsored By: → Wonderfeel - https://tidd.ly/4qVqjYg - use code REALFOODOLOGY(Runs through end of February 7) Subscribe & save $15 off the one-time price, plus bank a $20 credit toward the next subscription delivery Timestamps:  → 00:00 - Introduction  → 01:59 - NAD + Healthspan   → 14:20 - Nature Over Pharma   → 20:50 - Vetting Wonderfeel  → 26:16 - Anti-Aging Benefits  → 31:25 - Supplements vs. Pharmaceutical Drugs  → 35:54 - Longevity: Myths, Best Practices & Fertility  → 45:30 - NAD & NMN: Studies, Research + Dosage   → 51:07 - Longevity Routine + When to Start NAD  Show Links: → ⁠Wonderfeel⁠ - https://tidd.ly/4qVqjYg - use code REALFOODOLOGY(Runs through end of February 7) Subscribe & save $15 off the one-time price, plus bank a $20 credit toward the next subscription delivery Check Out: → Baran Dilaver | Instagram  → Wonderfeel | Instagram  Check Out Courtney:  →  LEAVE US A VOICE MESSAGE →  Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide! →  @realfoodology →  www.realfoodology.com →  My Immune Supplement by 2x4 →  Air Dr Air Purifier →  AquaTru Water Filter →  EWG Tap Water Database Produced By: Drake Peterson

    55 min

  8. JAN 22

    How One State Is Rewriting Health Policy From the Ground Up | Senator Patrick McMath

    284: In this episode, I’m joined by Louisiana State Senator Patrick McMath, Chairman of the Senate Health and Welfare Committee, to break down one of the most ambitious state-led health initiatives we’ve seen yet. We dive deep into Louisiana’s MAHA bill, SB14, which tackles everything from seed oil disclosures and ingredient regulation to nutrition training for doctors. This conversation is about reframing health, challenging political division, and proving that eating real, nutrient dense food doesn’t have to be expensive - it just has to be prioritized. Topics Discussed: → What is Louisiana’s MAHA bill (SB14) and how will it change the food system? → Why is Louisiana requiring seed oil disclosures? → How does nutrition education for doctors impact healthcare outcomes? → Can food-first, root-cause care reduce chronic disease in children? → How is Louisiana prioritizing local food and farmers in school meals? Sponsored By: → Clearstem | Go to https://www.clearstem.com/realfoodology and use code REALFOODOLOGY at checkout for 15% off your first order. → Paleovalley | Save at 15% at https://www.paleovalley.com/realfoodology and use code REALFOODOLOGY. → Manukora | Head to https://www.manukora.com/realfoodology to save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook! → Timeline | Don’t let another year go by feeling less than your best. Grab 35% off your one month subscription of Mitopure Gummies at https://www.timeline.com/realfoodology35.  → Cowboy Colostrum | Get 25% Off Cowboy Colostrum with code REALFOODOLOGY at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/realfoodology. → Vandy | Ready to give Vandy a try? Get 25% off your first order by going to https://www.vandycrisps.com/realfoodology and using code REALFOODOLOGY. Timestamps:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction  → 00:04:48 - Louisiana MAHA Bill  → 00:13:50 - Nutrition Education for Doctors  → 00:19:35 - Food Culture: US vs. Europe  → 00:26:07 - Ingredient Transparency → 00:33:40 - Seed Oils  → 00:39:50 - K-12: Primary Care + Nutrition  → 00:52:06 - MAHA in Other States   → 01:03:59 - Aliens, Healthy Kids & Politics   Show Links: → Louisiana MAHA Bill (SB14)  → The End of Craving | Book  → The Age of Disclosure | Documentary Check Out: → Senator Patrick McMath  → Facebook → X Check Out Courtney:  →  LEAVE US A VOICE MESSAGE →  Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide! →  @realfoodology →  www.realfoodology.com →  My Immune Supplement by 2x4 →  Air Dr Air Purifier →  AquaTru Water Filter →  EWG Tap Water Database Produced By: Drake Peterson

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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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  • Creator
    Courtney Swan
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    291
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Realfoodology LLC 2023
  • Show Website
    Realfoodology

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