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Behind the Scenes of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Movement with Food Activist Courtney Swan


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Regardless of your political stance, the conversation about changing the food system and removing toxins from our environment took center stage in the last presidential election and continues to be a key issue in today’s political climate. What’s behind the Make America Healthy Again movement, and what are the hopes of those fighting behind the scenes? Today’s guest gives us an inside look and reminds us why these conversations matter—no matter our beliefs.


Today on The Dhru Purohit Show, Dhru sits down with food activist and nutritionist Courtney Swan. Courtney shares her journey into food activism, the pivotal moments that shaped her path, and her key takeaways from the Senate confirmation hearing for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. She also discusses why the Make America Healthy Again movement has gained national attention and offers insights on the current political landscape, and highlights the power of nuanced conversations and advocacy-driven solutions. 


Courtney Swan, MS, Integrative Nutritionist, is a passionate food activist working to fix America’s broken food system. As the host of the popular health and wellness podcast Realfoodology, she challenges misconceptions about nutrition, our food sources, sustainability, food policy, healthy living, and more.


In this episode, Dhru and Courtney dive into:

  • Courtney's journey as a food activist (1:00)
  • RFK's confirmation hearing and Courtney's thoughts (4:10)
  • How the younger generation views chronic disease and politics (14:31)
  • Why the MAHA movement is getting national attention (19:00)
  • Courtney's Red Pill moment (21:17)
  • The biggest food culprits—ultra-processed foods (26:35)
  • The impact of toxins and plastics on our health (31:54)
  • Solutions through advocacy (40:28)
  • Courtney's comments on the current political stances (44:07)
  • Second Opinion On Nutrition Event (51:04)
  • Banning of Red No. 3 (54:30)
  • The truth about drug development research and peer review (59:34) 
  • Courtney’s latest projects and what’s next (01:07:39)
  • Actionable takeaways (01:15:03)

  • Also mentioned in this episode:

    • Documenting Hope site
    • John Abramson’s book - Sickening
    • Article on Fred Kummerow’s research
    • Air and Water filters 

    • For more on Courtney, follow her on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and her Website.


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