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   Sign up for the Food Matters Podcast Newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3oiJJbs Read the full show notes here: https://www.foodmatters.com/podcast/episode-90 Learn more about Courtney Swan here: https://www.realfoodology.com/ Learn About the Food Matters Nutrition Certification Program here: http://www.foodmatters.com/study Follow us on Instagram: @foodmatters

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

Welcome to the FOOD MATTERS Podcast! Bringing you game-changing health and wellness information, tips, tricks, and healthy hacks on all things nutrition, detoxing, weight loss, mindfulness, sleep, gut health, beauty, alternative healing, spiritual wellbeing, transformation, and more!

This podcast is home to the best interviews with leading doctors, nutritionists, fitness experts, and thought leaders of the world who collectively share their wisdom and knowledge. Join hosts James Colquhoun & Laurentine ten Bosch as they crack the code on what it truly means to live a healthy, vibrant, and uplifting life free from the corporations that profit from our health. Discover more at foodmatters.com/podcast.

This podcast is for you if you want to learn:
- How to heal naturally from chronic disease
- How to reduce inflammation naturally
- How to optimize your gut health
- How to reduce the use of medication and use food to heal
- How to naturally boost energy & moods
- How to naturally balance hormone levels
- How to reduce cholesterol with healthy eating
- How to prevent diabetes through diet
- How to find healthy alternatives to sugar
- How to naturally lower blood pressure
- Healthy and delicious whole food recipes.

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Here at Food Matters, we understand the power of food to harm or heal. However, are you aware of the subtle yet profound ways in which our environment affects our health and vitality? Many of us don't realize how everyday products we use can harm our health.  No matter how well you eat, if you continue to use these everyday toxins, you may be unknowingly harming your health. Darin Olien takes us deeper into how these are disrupting our health and environment.   Sign up for the Food Matters Podcast Newsletter here:  https://bit.ly/3oiJJbs  Read the full show notes here: https://www.foodmatters.com/podcast/episode-93  Learn About the Food Matters Nutrition Certification Program here: http://www.foodmatters.com/study Follow us on Instagram: @foodmatters

Everyday Products That Are Ruining Your Health with Darin Olien

Happiness is something we’re all on a quest to find. A quest that seems hard to conquer in a world where many of us are having trouble breaking free from depression and anxiety.   In today’s episode with Dr.Dain Heer we discuss how these intense feelings of struggle don’t have to be our reality, he shares his story of this and how moment that changed everything for him and how we can access this too.   00:00 - Introduction to Dain Heer 02:28 - Dain's story and how he got into the work he is doing 07:30 - Discover how the darkest place Dain was in became the catalyst for his transformation 10:00 - How feeling lost can be the best time to find yourself 13:05 - Begin breaking free from the constant judgment we place on ourselves 14:20 - Understanding what access consciousness is 19:35 - The power of community 21:45 - Learn about the light-touch techniques Dain discovered that changed his life 32:30 - The impact our internal voice and social conditioning can have on us and how we can navigate this   Sign up for the Food Matters Podcast here:   https://bit.ly/3oiJJbs  Head to https://www.foodmatters.com/podcast/episode-92 for the show notes. Join the Food Matters newsletter: https://www.foodmatters.com/signup/podcast Follow us on Instagram: @foodmatters

Breaking Free From Depression and Anxiety with Dr. Dain Heer

Imagine being incapacitated by chronic pain, unable to walk, and facing a daunting road ahead after a car accident and fall. This was Brandy's reality, but instead of resigning herself to conventional treatments alone, she embarked on a journey of self-discovery and mind-body healing. In a world where traditional medicine often serves as our first line of defense against injury and illness, Brandy Gillmore's journey offers a powerful testament to the mind's incredible ability to influence the body's healing process.  Brandy's story is one of resilience and empowerment, as she delved into the profound connection between emotions, mindset, and physical health. It's a reminder that our bodies are not just machines to be fixed with medications and surgeries but intricate systems deeply influenced by our thoughts and feelings.  Learn more about Brandy's book here https://bit.ly/3PALGO2  00:00 Introduction and Background 05:59 Disappointment and Turning Point  07:13 Injury Details and Medical Journey 10:16 Discovering the Mind-Body Connection 13:54 Understanding the Mind's Influence on the Body 16:26 Uncovering Emotional Trauma 20:21 Reprogramming the Mind for Healing 21:37 Using Music to Create Emotional Shifts 29:34 Creating Positive Emotional Patterns 42:38 The Role of Nutrition in Mind-Body Healing 46:47 Breakfast and Nutrition Choices 49:43 Recommended Diet for Healing  Sign up for the Food Matters Podcast Newsletter here:  https://bit.ly/3oiJJbs Read the full show notes here: https://www.foodmatters.com/podcast/episode-91 Learn more about Brandy Gillmore here: https://brandygillmore.com/ Learn About the Food Matters Nutrition Certification Program here: http://www.foodmatters.com/study Follow us on Instagram: @foodmatters

Nutrition & Mind-Body Healing: The Thing Most People Overlook with Brandy Gillmore

Troublesome hormones can feel confusing, elusive, and ‘just one of those things’ you have to live with until you understand how they work in synergy with the rest of your body. The good news is that hormone issues don’t have to be a permanent battle, despite what you have been told. If you or someone you know is experiencing low energy, low libido, and mood swings, I encourage you to take this deep dive into your hormones with Christa Orecchio, CN, HHC. Join Christa Orecchio today to learn:   Common symptoms of hormonal imbalances, specifically perimenopause and menopause.   The reasons why we experience menopause symptoms and when you can expect them to start.   The 3 phases of menopause, and what is happening to your hormones during each phase.   Important nutrients to support each phase of menopause.   Natural treatments to help balance changing hormones.   Top foods to eat and food to avoid during this time of life, including recipes.   Lifestyle tips you can use to make menopause a seamless experience.   And much more!   Christa Orecchio is a clinical and holistic nutritionist, TV host, author, and successful wellness business owner who is dedicated to educating women on what they can do for their hormones and health.  

Learn How to Manage Your Hormonal Changes Naturally with Christa Orecchio [Limited Release]

Do you or someone you know have an autoimmune condition? Autoimmune conditions are confusing! Laurentine ten Bosch is hosting a brand new, online, and free masterclass on how to use nutrition to prevent and heal autoimmune conditions naturally. Together with guest expert Dr. David Jockers, you’ll learn:   What exactly an autoimmune disease is, including the most common ones.   The 3 main things that trigger autoimmune diseases.   The important roles the gut and inflammation play in autoimmune conditions.   The top 2 issues people face when dealing with chronic disease.   The top lifestyle changes you can make today if you suffer from an autoimmune condition.   How to adjust your diet to help heal an autoimmune disease, including the best foods to eat and avoid.   And so much more!   

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

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