Realfoodology

Welcome to the Realfoodology podcast with your host me, Courtney Swan! I’m an Integrative Nutritionist living in LA on a mission to change the way we eat in America.  Each week I’ll be talking to doctors, food experts and health professionals to bring you the best info so you can thrive. Somewhere along the way, we lost sight of how powerful our food choices are. But it’s never too late to start.  You’d be so surprised how resilient our bodies are when we start taking care of them.  Trust me, I know it’s overwhelming.  Thats why I’m here.  I’m going to break it down with you, make it more digestible and easier to navigate.  Let’s get back to real food! For more info, visit www.realfoodology.com (http://www.realfoodology.com/) and follow me on ig @realfoodology

  • 59 minutes 12 seconds
    How to Build a Beautiful Jaw - For You and Your Kids | Dr. Hilary Fritsch

    258: My conversation with Dr. Hilary Fritsch changed the way I think about my oral health. She’s an airway dentist, which means she specializes in the link between breathing and dentistry. She explains that there is a wrong way to breathe, and it can totally ruin your facial structure. Hilary is also a pro at helping babies and small children develop a healthy, beautiful jaw, and is calling out the things that interfere with that. You'll get practical tips to help yourself and your kids build a healthy jawline and get better sleep - it's literally a win-win.

    Topics Discussed:

    Why sleep apnea is a jaw disease

    → How mouth breathing is ruining your face 

    Tips for improving your jawline

    How kids can develop healthy jaws   

    The benefits of a strong tongue  

    The difference between an airway dentist and a traditional dentist

    Sponsored By:

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    → MASA Chips | Go to https://MASAChips.com/Realfoodology and use code Realfoodology for 25% off your first order.

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    use the code REALFOODOLOGY at checkout.

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    Timestamps: 

    00:00 - Introduction 

    00:37 - Sleep Apnea

    02:39 - Diagnosing Sleep Apnea in Women 

    04:10 - Palatial Widening   

    06:40 - Breastfeeding + Jaw Development  

    09:45 - Mouth Breathing and Jaw Line 

    13:40 - Breathing Through Your Nose 

    15:39 - Fixing Your Jawline as an Adult  

    17:13 - Vivos Appliance 

    18:31 - Treating TMJ, Clenching and Grinding 

    20:44 - Airway Dentistry: An Emerging Field  

    25:47 - Link Between Jaw and Teeth 

    29:29 - Myofunctional Therapy: Tools + Benefits   

    31:27 - Mouth Tape + Nasal Dilators

    33:53 - Understanding Tongue Tie 

    36:58 - Tools and Tips for Kids’ Jaw Development   

    44:39 - Mouth Breathing + Cavities 

    45:47 - Can Kids Mouth Tape?  

    47:45 - Signs Your Kids Are Mouth Breathing 

    49:28 - When To Start Treatment for Kids 

    52:37 - Starting Your Own Jaw Journey 

    54:05 - Sleep Apnea is a Jaw Disease 

    55:56 - How to Find the Right Dentist 

    57:30 - Where to Find Hilary  

    Check Out Dr. Hilary Fritsch:

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    Saddle Peak Dental 

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    Produced By: Drake Peterson


    8 July 2025, 7:00 am
  • 1 hour 20 minutes
    You Don’t Have to Be Wealthy to Eat Healthy - Here’s Why | Jason Karp

    257: Jason Karp is the CEO of Human Co, and, like me, eats, sleeps and breathes clean living. Jason’s company is behind Hu Chocolate, True Food Kitchen (one of my favorite restaurants), and Grove Collaborative, to name a few. He and I spoke together at the nutrition round table last fall in Washington D.C., and I am so excited for you to hear about the work he’s done to bring clean food to the masses and catch up with the rest of the world by banning synthetic food dyes. 

    Topics Discussed:

    →  Why Jason has dedicated his life to clean food   

    → The Hu Chocolate origin story 

    → What it took to make True Food Kitchen 100% seed oil free    

    → How Jason got states to ban synthetic food dyes (yay!) 

    → Why you don’t have to be rich to eat clean 

    → The future of the clean food movement

    Timestamps:

    → 00:00:00 - Introduction 

    → 00:04:20 - What Inspired Hu Kitchen 

    → 00:05:57 - Jason’s Health Journey

    → 00:07:25 - Why He Started Hu Kitchen 

    → 00:08:58 - How to Pronounce "Hu Kitchen" 

    → 00:09:36 - The Story Behind Hu Chocolate 

    → 00:12:02 - Why Hu Kitchen Closed 

    → 00:13:58 - From Hu Kitchen to True Food Kitchen 

    → 00:17:07 - When Jason Discovered True Food Kitchen

    → 00:19:01 - How True Food Kitchen Got Started 

    → 00:20:07 - Removing Seed Oils from True Food Kitchen 

    → 00:22:13 - Upgrading vs. Downgrading Ingredients

    → 00:23:45 - The Grim Truth: Cleaner Food = Lower Profits 

    → 00:24:46 - How Grocery Stores Prioritize Unhealthy Low-Cost Foods 

    → 00:27:59 - You Shouldn’t Need to Be Wealthy to Eat Healthy 

    → 00:30:46 - Changing the System to Favor Clean Ingredients 

    → 00:34:49 - If You Can Afford a Smartphone, You Can Afford to Eat Healthy 

    → 00:39:30 - Jason’s Clean Eating Challenge to His Networks 

    → 00:41:59 - Why the Data on Seed Oils Feels Inconclusive 

    → 00:43:28 - How ‘The China Study’ Got Debunked 

    → 00:46:05 - Using Common Sense to Make Decisions on Diet

    → 00:49:20 - Synthetic Food Dyes in the United States vs. Abroad

    → 00:56:05 - Jason Role in the National Fight Against Food Dyes 

    → 00:59:50 - How Clean Food Became Political 

    → 01:05:28 - The Clean Food Movement Needs Compassion  

    → 01:11:15 - Controlling the Controllables without Getting Neurotic 

    → 01:15:45 - Jason Karp and HumanCo Social 

    Show Links:

    HumanCo brands - Cosmic Bliss & Against The Grain Gourmet

    → Amara: HUMANCO (20% off discount) - Amara  

    → True Food Kitchen: Mention to your server “JUSTTRUE10” for $10 off of $50 at True Food Kitchen through June 30th - TFK

    → Grove Collaborative: "HUMANCO" will give new customers 25% off orders $75+. Grove

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    Check Out Jason: 

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    Produced By: Drake Peterson


    1 July 2025, 7:00 am
  • 1 hour 16 minutes
    Is Your Makeup Giving You Cancer? | LowToxLawyer

    256: Is your makeup killing you? On this episode of Realfoodology, I’m joined by Attorney Whitney Ray Di Bona (or the LowToxLawyer on Instagram) who has represented women who developed terminal cancer due to asbestos in their cosmetics. We talk about why even the ‘clean products’ can’t always be trusted, and the regulations that could prevent this from happening in the future. Trust me, I know this sounds overwhelming. But I hope you can take away one or two tips from Whitney to start cutting back on the most toxic products so you don’t end up in one of these lawsuits.

    Topics Discussed:

    → Toxic ingredients in skincare and beauty products 

    → Whether clean products are actually safe

    → The truth about botox and filler 

    → Biggest lawsuits against cosmetics companies

    → Regulation in the makeup/skincare industry in the U.S. vs. abroad 

    Sponsored By:

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    Timestamps: 

    → 00:00:00 - Introduction  

    → 00:05:29 - The Top Worst Ingredients Found In Skincare 

    → 00:06:04 - Mesothelioma Lawsuits Among Young Women 

    → 00:07:20 - Skincare Product Additives to Avoid

    → 00:09:15 - What ‘Fragrance’ Really Means  

    → 00:09:53 - Is ‘Clean Fragrance’ Actually a Thing?  

    → 00:12:25 - Cosmetics Regulations in the United States vs. Europe  

    → 00:16:47 - The Benefits of Natural Deodorant  

    → 00:17:45 - Skincare Products to Put on High Alert  

    → 00:18:26 - Concerns about Tampon Ingredients 

    → 00:23:20 - What To Look out for When Buying Tampons 

    → 00:25:55 - Suing the Biggest Brands in Makeup and Skincare 

    → 00:28:25 - Johnson and Johnson Baby Powder Litigation 

    → 00:34:57 - The Talc to Asbestos Pipeline

    → 00:38:02 - Asbestos Exposures through Makeup

    → 00:38:55 - How Clean Are Sephora’s Products Actually? 

    → 00:42:58 - Whitney’s Takes on Courtney’s Clean Makeup Brands 

    → 00:44:21 - Whitney’s Advice for How to Pick Your Products

    → 00:45:10 - Clean Hair Care 

    → 00:48:05 - Identifying Toxins to Eliminate First 

    → 00:51:00 - Nail Care and Health of Salon Workers 

    → 00:54:40 - Managing Toxic Load While Being Realistic  

    → 00:56:26 - Using Informed Consent to Make Choices About Health 

    → 00:58:05 - Calls for Regulation in Food and Health  

    → 01:01:40 - Pressuring CPG Companies to Do Better   

    → 01:04:30 - The Dangers of Botox and Filler 

    → 01:10:20 - Face Taping / Alternatives to Botox

    → 01:12:51 - Teens and Twenty-Year-Olds Trying Botox and Filler

    Check Out Whitney Ray Di Bona:

    LowToxLawyer - Instagram  

    The Wellness Verdict with Whitney Di Bona

    Check Out Courtney: 

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    Produced By: Drake Peterson

    24 June 2025, 7:00 am
  • 1 hour 33 minutes
    Rethinking Vaccines: Informed Consent, Censorship, and Medical Transparency | Dr. Joel Warsh

    255: On today’s episode of the Realfoodology Podcast, I sit down with returning guest Dr. Joel Warsh - aka Dr. Joel Gator on Instagram - to talk about his new book Between A Shot and A Hard Place. I’ve been doing more episodes on vaccines lately, and before you tune out, I just want to say: this is not an anti-vax conversation. It’s about asking questions. Dr. Joel is a pediatrician who started digging into the research for his book and was shocked by how little we actually know. We talked about the lack of liability in vaccine development, the censorship around this topic, and how we can create space for real, open dialogue. I hope you’ll listen with an open mind.

    Topics Discussed

    → Why Dr. Joel wrote Between A Shot and A Hard Place

    → Vaccine propaganda, censorship, and open dialogue

    → The 1986 Vaccine Injury Liability Act

    → Autism, risk factors, and vaccine hesitancy

    → Informed consent and questioning medical norms

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    Timestamps: 

    → 00:00:00 - Introduction 

    → 00:04:10 - “Between A Shot and A Hard Place“ and Vaccine Propaganda 

    → 00:06:37 - Vaccine Literature and Potential Unknown Risks

    → 00:09:15 - Censorship of Vaccine Discussions

    → 00:18:11 - Autism and the Andrew Wakefield Study

    → 00:22:56 - Vaccine Liability Act

    → 00:26:13 - Side effects of pharmaceutical interventions

    → 00:32:16 - Encouraging Critical Thinking in Medicine

    → 00:34:59 - Rethinking Doctor Training Regarding Vaccines

    → 00:39:46 - Viewing Vaccines From a Parent’s Perspective

    → 00:43:03 - Navigating Vaccine Hesitancy, Patient Transparency, and Autism Statistics

    → 00:46:03 - The Impact of Autism on Families

    → 00:49:51 - Autism in  Unvaccinated Children

    → 00:54:11 - What Surprised Dr. Joel Most in His Research

    → 00:59:56 - Modern Health Concerns and Life Expectancies

    → 01:02:10 - Rising Diagnoses and the Role of Informed Consent

    → 01:08:18 - Challenges in U.S. Research Funding

    → 01:12:23 - RFK Jr.’s Involvement

    → 01:15:53 - HPV and the Gardasil Vaccine

    → 01:19:59 - Advice for Parents Seeking Vaccine Clarity

    → 01:29:39 - The Importance of Asking Questions

    → 01:32:07 - Where to find Dr. Joel Warsh

    Show Links:

    Toxins, Over-Sanitizing + Children’s Health | Dr. Joel Warsh

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    Between A Shot and A Hard Place

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    Produced By: Drake Peterson

    17 June 2025, 4:00 am
  • 54 minutes 23 seconds
    The Secret to Healthier Kids: Clean Air and Better Schools! | Mike Feldstein of Jaspr

    254: Mike Feldstein returns to share a groundbreaking project that reimagines how schools can truly support children’s health and development. As the founder of Jaspr, he’s now applying his air quality expertise to create an environment-first model for education that prioritizes clean air, nature, and wellness.

    This episode explores how traditional school systems may be harming kids and what can be done to fix it—from circadian rhythm-aligned schedules to values-based learning. 

    Jaspr | Get $400 off with code REALFOODOLOGY and link is jaspr.co/realfoodology


    Topics Discussed: 

    • How does indoor air quality impact children’s health and learning in schools?

    • What is an air scrubber and how is it different from a regular air purifier?

    • Can improving classroom environments reduce absenteeism and illness in kids?

    • How do circadian rhythms affect children's cognitive development and school performance?

    • What are the benefits of nature-based education and wellness-focused school models?

    Sponsored By:

    Timestamps: 

    • 00:00:00 - Introduction 

    • 00:02:01 - Microplastics & air filter effectiveness

    • 00:06:30 - What is sick building syndrome?

    • 00:09:15 - School & home air quality inspections

    • 00:14:41 - How poor air spreads illness in schools

    • 00:18:32 - Air purifiers & student absenteeism

    • 00:20:31 - Rethinking school design for health

    • 00:23:40 - Testing students for values alignment

    • 00:28:05 - Teaching methods & nutrition 

    • 00:32:44 - What school reform should look like

    • 00:34:08 - Circadian rhythms & kids’ sleep

    • 00:36:56 - Prioritizing quality time with kids

    • 00:41:22 - Why Jaspr outperforms competitors

    • 00:46:01 - Jaspr’s benefits for snoring & sleep

    • 00:47:21 - Jaspr customer service and support

    • 00:47:58 - Courtney’s personal Jaspr experience

    • 00:50:05 - Jaspr’s lifetime warranty offer

    Further Listening: 

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    Produced By: Drake Peterson


    10 June 2025, 7:00 am
  • 1 hour 37 minutes
    MAHA Report Reveals Major Changes to Food, Health + Healthcare | White House Special

    253: In this special episode recorded live from the White House, I sit down with some of the most influential voices shaping the future of health in America to discuss the newly released Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Report.

    Guests include Dr. Oz, Kyle Diamantas, Vani Hari, Anthony Geisler, Brigham Buhler, and Max Lugavere. We dive into key topics like food policy, GRAS regulations, Medicaid and SNAP reform, PBMs, Alzheimer’s research, and the push for preventative care, movement, and accountability in federal health initiatives.

    This is a behind-the-scenes look at how the MAHA coalition is working to make real change—and what it means for your health.

    Topics Discussed: 

    What is the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Report, and how does it aim to transform public health policy?

    How is the FDA planning to update GRAS regulations and food safety standards under the MAHA initiative?

    What changes are being proposed for Medicaid, Medicare, and SNAP benefits to support preventative health care?

    Why are PBMs (pharmacy benefit managers) under scrutiny, and how is the MAHA movement addressing prescription drug pricing?

    What are the latest findings on Alzheimer’s disease research, and how is fraudulent science being addressed in national policy?

    Sponsored By:


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    Timestamps:

     

    00:00:00 - Introduction 

    00:04:01 - Dr. Oz on CMS & Health Policy

    00:06:09 - What MAHA Means for Real Food

    00:07:28 - SNAP, Medicaid & Prevention

    00:09:33 - Food Access & Health Equity

    00:12:21 - Medicaid Waste & ACA Reform

    00:15:16 - Movement, Sleep & Food w/ Anthony Geisler

    00:17:14 - MAHA’s Core 4 Explained

    00:18:58 - Building Daily Healthy Habits

    00:23:31 - Fitness Access in Schools & Communities

    00:26:35 - Avoiding Burnout & Staying Consistent

    00:29:33 - Kyle Diamantas on the MAHA Report

    00:32:42 - GRAS Status & FDA Priorities

    00:36:15 - FDA Reform & Food Regulation

    00:39:26 - Red Dye, Food Bans & Ingredient Risks

    00:42:14 - Vani Hari on MAHA & Food Advocacy

    00:47:54 - Government Response to Health Demands

    00:50:52 - MAHA Criticism & What’s Ahead

    00:56:06 - Fixing How We Grow & Source Food

    00:59:59 - Whole Foods, Prevention & EO Impact

    01:01:22 - Alzheimer’s Fraud & Science Gaps

    01:05:29 - New Alzheimer’s Therapies & Creatine

    01:10:38 - Brigham Buhler on FDA & Reform Efforts

    01:12:05 - FDA Accountability & Future Goals

    01:14:13 - GRAS Loopholes & Public Safety

    01:15:55 - Strengthening Health Safety Nets

    01:18:43 - Medical Overuse & Systemic Issues

    01:20:30 - What Are PBMs & Why They Matter

    01:23:10 - U.S. vs. Global Drug Pricing

    01:24:18 - Trump's EO & Cutting Out PBMs

    01:26:33 - Insurance Denials & Patient Delays

    01:29:10 - Insurance Fixes from the Ground Up

    01:32:21 - Progress in Reforming Health Insurance

    Show Links:

    Former Pharma Rep Breaks Down How Your Insurance Is Overcharging You + Keeping You Sick | Brigham Buhler

    Check Out: 

    Dr. Oz

    Anthony Geisler, CEO of Sequel Brands

    Kyle Diamantas

    Vani Hari

    Max Lugavere

    Brigham Buhler

    Check Out Courtney: 

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    Produced By: Drake Peterson


    5 June 2025, 7:00 am
  • 1 hour 11 minutes
    Environmental Toxins, Mystery Illnesses + My Personal Test Results | Dr. Kelly McCann

    252: In this episode, I sit down with my own doctor, Dr. Kelly McCann, to go over some of my recent test results and the detox protocols I’m doing to prep my body for pregnancy. We talk about glyphosate, mold, and other environmental toxins—and most importantly, what you can actually do about them.

    Dr. McCann is a total expert in helping people uncover mystery illnesses, like MCAS and hidden infections, especially when conventional doctors come up short. If you’ve been feeling off and haven’t found answers yet, I hope this episode gives you some clarity, hope, and actionable steps to feel better.

    Topics Discussed: 

    • What are the symptoms of glyphosate exposure and how can you detox from it?

    • How do environmental toxins like mold and “forever chemicals” impact fertility and overall health?

    • What is MCAS (Mast Cell Activation Syndrome) and how is it diagnosed and treated?

    • What kind of functional medicine testing can uncover hidden infections or chronic illness?

    • How can you reduce your toxic load at home and support your body’s natural detox pathways?

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    Timetamps: 

    • 00:00:00 – Introduction 

    • 00:05:38 – Gaps in functional medicine testing

    • 00:09:17 – Mold toxicity & immune function

    • 00:11:47 – Glyphosate in food and environment

    • 00:14:34 – How toxins affect your pets

    • 00:18:31 – Toxins in flooring and home materials

    • 00:20:45 – How to reduce toxic overload

    • 00:24:34 – Sauna use for detox support

    • 00:25:54 – Dangers of forever chemicals

    • 00:26:40 – Post-sauna protocol & skincare

    • 00:27:32 – Using binders for detox

    • 00:31:23 – Benefits of chlorella & spirulina

    • 00:32:14 – Detox alternatives to saunas

    • 00:33:30 – Courtney’s mystery infection

    • 00:35:30 – Lyme disease & stealth infections

    • 00:37:51 – Signs of undetected infections

    • 00:39:55 – Infections and fertility health

    • 00:43:31 – Dr. Kelly’s real patient cases

    • 00:47:19 – What is MCAS (Mast Cell Activation)?

    • 00:51:21 – Understanding the toxic sink analogy

    • 00:54:27 – Why phosphatidylcholine matters

    • 00:58:58 – Dr. Kelly’s book highlights

    • 01:02:09 – Why chronic illness feels “normal”

    • 01:06:07 – Small lifestyle changes that help

    Further Listening: 

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    Produced By: Drake Peterson


    3 June 2025, 7:00 am
  • 1 hour 2 minutes
    NAD+, Detox, Fertility & More: Why This Molecule Matters So Much | Dr. Greg Kelly of Qualia

    251: Today I’m joined by Dr. Gregory Kelly, VP of Product Development at Qualia Life. We dive into NAD+—why it’s crucial for energy, aging, and overall vitality—and how to know if your levels are low.

    We also talk about detox, fertility, B vitamins, and what sets Qualia’s NAD+ apart from the rest. If you're curious about longevity or navigating the supplement world, you won’t want to miss this one. I’ve been using their products for years and trust them more than most on the market. 

    Qualia | Go to qualialife.com/REALFOODOLOGY for up to 50% off your purchase and use code REALFOODOLOGY for an additional 15%. 

    Topics Discussed: 

    • What is NAD+ and why is it important for energy and aging?

    • How can I tell if my NAD+ levels are low?

    • What makes Qualia’s NAD+ supplement different from others on the market?

    • Can NAD+ supplements support longevity and mitochondrial health?

    • Are supplements from Amazon safe or effective?

    Timestamps: 

    • 00:00:00 – Introduction 

    • 00:02:14 – What is NAD+

    • 00:06:12 – NAD+ and mitochondrial health

    • 00:07:59 – NAD+ for lifespan and vitality

    • 00:13:06 – NAD+ and longevity

    • 00:16:56 – NAD+ for detox and stress

    • 00:20:01 – How to naturally boost NAD+

    • 00:22:15 – NAD+ and fertility

    • 00:24:23 – NAD+ and whole-body health

    • 00:26:35 – How NAD+ is made in the body

    • 00:27:49 – What makes Qualia NAD+ different

    • 00:31:45 – MTHFR gene and B vitamins

    • 00:35:11 – B vitamins’ role in NAD+

    • 00:36:11 – Why Niagen® is used

    • 00:37:18 – Signs of low NAD+

    • 00:40:04 – NAD+ research and studies

    • 00:46:15 – Caffeine and NAD+

    • 00:48:15 – NAD+ dosage and usage tips

    • 00:53:21 – Balancing NAD+ safely

    • 00:55:06 – Fake supplements on Amazon

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    Produced By: Drake Peterson

    27 May 2025, 7:00 am
  • 1 hour 14 minutes
    The Rise & Impact of the MAHA Movement | Del Bigtree


    250: On this episode, I’m chatting with Del Bigtree — CEO of the MAHA Alliance Pack, host of The HighWire, and longtime vaccine truth-seeker. We dive deep into vaccine safety, government accountability, and the tough questions the medical establishment doesn’t want you to ask. This episode is real, raw, and important. If it moves you, please leave a five-star review to help spread the word.

    Topics Discussed:

    • Vaccine safety and government accountability

    • The rise and impact of the MAHA movement

    • Challenges facing natural health in today’s political climate

    • The role of RFK Jr. and whistleblowers in vaccine advocacy

    • Food safety concerns and their link to autism rates

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    Timestamps:

    • 00:00:00 – Introduction

    • 00:04:16 – Conscious Parenting & Vaccine-Free Upbringing

    • 00:08:02 – Challenging Mainstream Medicine on The Doctors

    • 00:13:03 – Joining the Vaccine Safety Conversation

    • 00:15:14 – The Making of Vaxxed: Censorship & The HighWire

    • 00:16:41 – Suing the Government & Corporate Accountability

    • 00:20:52 – CDC Whistleblower and the Link Between Vaccines and Autism

    • 00:25:31 – RFK Jr.’s Role in Vaccine Advocacy

    • 00:27:58 – Dr. Marty Makary & FDA Vaccine Safety

    • 00:34:33 - The Political Shift in Natural Health

    • 00:41:03 - Silence on Food Safety and Autism Rates

    • 00:47:56 - Pharma Influence and Eugenics Concerns

    • 00:51:27 - Spelling to Communicate

    • 00:56:15 - Managing Fear in the MAHA Community

    • 01:04:50 - MAHA’s Exciting Future 

    • 01:12:22 - Where to Find Del BigTree


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    21 May 2025, 3:07 pm
  • 1 hour 13 minutes
    What’s Really in Your Medicine Cabinet? Why Beekeeper’s Naturals Is the Upgrade You Need | Carly Kremer

    249: On today’s episode of Realfoodology, we’re rethinking how we approach healing, immune health, and the everyday products we trust — especially for our families. Courtney sits down with Carly Kremer, founder of Beekeeper’s Naturals, to explore how bee-based remedies like propolis and raw honey can help reinvent the medicine cabinet with functional, natural ingredients that actually support the body.

    They also discuss why synthetic additives like dyes and corn syrup still show up in OTC meds, why Flonase might not be the best choice, and the emerging science behind nutraceuticals that work with your immune system — not against it.


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    Topics Discussed:

    • Using food as medicine to support immune health naturally

    • The power of propolis and how science and nature intersect in modern medicine

    • Navigating fear around food toxins while maintaining a balanced approach to health

    • The brain-boosting benefits of royal jelly and other nutraceuticals

    • Supporting brain health naturally with specialized products and environmental toxin considerations

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    Timestamps: 

    • 00:00 – Introduction

    • 00:03 – Reinvent Your Medicine Cabinet Naturally

    • 00:06 – What’s in Cough Syrup? Why Honey Is Better

    • 00:09 – Food as Medicine for Immune Support

    • 00:13 – Immune Tools for Kids Before Getting Sick

    • 00:15 – Are Nasal Sprays Safe for Kids?

    • 00:18 – Overcoming Stigma Around Natural Remedies

    • 00:20 – Propolis: Bee-Based Immune Boost

    • 00:24 – Risks of Flonase & Why Natural Medicine Matters

    • 00:28 – Food Dyes, FDA, and U.S. Regulation Insights

    • 00:32 – Vetting Wellness Brands: Transparency & Testing

    • 00:37 – Managing Food Toxins Without Fear

    • 00:46 – Hidden Sugars in Medicine & Kid-Friendly Options

    • 00:50 – Honey vs. Refined Sugar: What’s Different?

    • 00:54 – Royal Jelly for Brain Health & Stress

    • 01:00 – How Heat Affects Honey & Best Uses

    • 01:01 – Natural Brain Support & Pregnancy Tips

    • 01:05 – Courtney’s Fertility Journey & Natural Boosts

    • 01:10 – Where to Buy Beekeeper’s Naturals + Discounts


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    Produced By: Drake Peterson

    15 May 2025, 7:00 am
  • 1 hour 18 minutes
    Healing From Food Guilt, Over Exercising, + Hustle Culture | Krista Williams of Almost 30

    248: In this episode, I’m joined by my dear friend Krista Williams, cofounder of Almost 30, for a vulnerable conversation about body image, conscious eating, and healing our relationship with food. We explore how waking up to the way we nourish ourselves can shift how we show up in every area of life.

    Krista and I also talk about the danger of hustle culture, over-exercising, and the pressure to “fix” our bodies. Her insights are deeply grounding, and I’m so excited for you to hear this conversation that left me feeling more connected, present, and whole.

    Topics Discussed:

    • How do I heal my relationship with food and body image?

    • What is conscious eating and how can it improve my health?

    • Is over-exercising harmful to your body and mental health?

    • How does hustle culture impact women's health and self-worth?

    • What’s the connection between emotional eating and mental health?

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    Timestamps:

    • 00:00:00 – Introduction 

    • 00:04:01 – Krista’s Self-Love Journey

    • 00:07:56 – Over-Exercising & Burnout

    • 00:11:14 – Healing Your Food Relationship

    • 00:16:41 – Why Food Is More Than Fuel

    • 00:18:58 – What Is Intuitive Eating?

    • 00:24:03 – Emotions & Eating Habits

    • 00:31:02 – Breaking The Hustle Mentality

    • 00:33:01 – Convenience Vs. Health

    • 00:39:20 – The Almost 30 Journey

    • 00:42:27 – Nutrition & Mental Health

    • 00:46:37 – Joy As A Health Practice

    • 00:50:31 – Letting Yourself Feel Joy

    • 00:52:59 – Disordered Eating & Parts Work

    • 00:56:25 – Simple Healthy Eating Hacks

    • 00:59:29 – How To Find Your Life Path

    • 01:03:22 – Becoming Your True Self

    • 01:07:09 – Inside The Almost 30 Book

    • 01:11:11 – Tips For Better Communication

    • 01:15:09 – Preorder The Almost 30 Book!

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    Produced By: Drake Peterson

    13 May 2025, 7:00 am
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