Realfoodology

By Courtney SwanAlternative Health Health & Fitness Nutrition

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February 15, 2023OCD, Methylation & the Benefits of Nutrient Therapy - Samantha Gilbert
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On this weeks episode, we talk about all things Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) with Samantha Gilbert. Samantha is a Nutritional Therapy Counselor, Hope Communicator and Life Guide specializing in a functional, nutrient-based approach to healing the brain and body. She believes that no matter how complex your case or how much work you’ve put into your healing journey, that healing is always possible. You may remember her from a few weeks ago when she came on to talk about Copper Overload. If you have not listened yet, you can listen here.
Topics Covered:
What can cause OCD

The relationship between zinc and copper

What is true OCD?

Signs and symptoms to look for if you think you have OCD.

What it means to be under methylated

OCD and impulsive behavior

ADHD

Norepinephrine

MTHFR gene

What to look for in your b complex or multi vitamins and what to avoid

Vegan diet and nutrient deficiency

How to test for OCD

Best way to go about treating OCD

Trauma and abuse

Why naturopathic medicine is not covered under insurance

Pyrrole disorder

Over methylation Vs under methylation

Medication dependency

Medication deficiency
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Further Listening:
Copper Overload & The Effects of the Paraguard on the Body with Samantha Gilbert

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1 hr 5 min
February 08, 2023Reclaiming the Legacy of Meat - Why Vegetarian Diets Are Harmful For the Environment with Taylor Collins of Force of Nature
132: Taylor Collins is the Co-Founder of Force of Nature, a regeneratively sourced company with the mission to reclaim the legacy of meat. Taylor joins me to talk about one of my passions, regenerative farming.
Topics Discussed:
How eating a species appropriate diet is healthier for the planet

Plant based diets and how they have been high jacked by Big Food

Plant based diets and how they destroy our planet

Why biodiversity heals the land

Rainfall simulator

Methods of restoring land through regenerative farming

Benefits of having animals on earth

Carbon intake

Organ meats and how to eat them

Harvesting animals and how the experience is

Pasture raised eggs Vs factory farmed eggs

Is regenerative farming scalable?
Check Out Taylor:
Force of Nature
Roam Ranch
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Further Listening:
Reversing Climate Change Instead of Just Stopping It with Ryland Engelhart

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1 hr 14 min
February 01, 2023How to Fix Your Sleep and Learn Healthy Habits with Dr. Austin Perlmutter
131: Today I sat down with Dr. Austin Perlmutter who is a board-certified internal medicine physician, a New York Times Bestselling Author, researcher and investor in the health and wellness space. He is an allopathic doctor by training, but he realized during his career that society needs to be more focused on preventative care so now he focuses on helping people improve their health through better decisions, neuroscience and lifestyle interventions. We explore brain health, the connection of our guts to our brains, sleep strategies and so much more.
Topics Discussed:
Importance of sleep

Why people have a hard time getting and staying healthy

How to form new habits

How we are being brainwashed by food companies

Psychology behind food and drug commercials

How does our gut health influence our brain?

Psychology behind why we crave certain foods

Sugar and where it hides in the grocery store

Are there good and bad foods?

Epigenetic’s and our health outcomes

Psychology behind social media and news

Blue light blockers

Best sleep practices before bed

Alcohol and when to not drink it
Check Out Dr. AustinPerlmutter:
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Instagram
https://bigboldhealth.com
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What are Amino Acids & The Best Sources of Protein with Angelo Keely of KION

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1 hr 21 min
January 25, 2023What are Amino Acids + The Best Sources of Protein | Angelo Keely of KION
130: **REALFOODOLOGY PODCAST IS NOW ON YOUTUBE!**

On this weeks episode, we talk all about protein and amino acids. Obviously protein is no new thing, but it seems to be the talk of the town in the health world right now. Joining me to speak about protein and amino acids, I bring on the founder of Kion (premium, clean, research-backed supplements and foods), Angelo Keely.

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Topics Covered:
Amino Acids

The role of protein in the body

Essential amino acids Vs non essential amino acids

Bioavailability of plant based protein vs animal based protein

Best sources of protein

How often can you take amino acids

Fasting

Branch chain amino acids

Aging and building muscle

Collagen

Heavy metal testing

Natural Flavors
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Smarter Not Harder with Dave Asprey

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1 hr 18 min
January 18, 2023Smarter Not Harder | Dave Asprey
129: **REALFOODOLOGY PODCAST IS NOW ON YOUTUBE!**

This weeks episode is a real treat because I bring on one of my all time favorite people, Dave Asprey. A pioneer of the Biohacking movement, Dave has devoted his life to elevating human performance using the latest scientific research combined with ancient healing traditions. His mission is to share with the world the latest discoveries in health and wellness to help you break through mental and physical barriers to accomplish the unimaginable- to be super human!

Topics Covered:
Should we listen to the government for health advice?

Bulletproof Diet

The "vegan trap"

How Dave lost 250 lbs at the beginning of his health journey

Calories in Vs calories out

Different proteins do different things

Regenerative farming and why it’s good for the planet

Vitamin D-A-K-E

What happens when you spike your cortisol

Is eating plants good for you?

Importance of minerals

What are amino acids?

Collagen Peptides

Importance of identifying your health goals

Are you eating enough?

Should you eat fried food from a restaurant?

Alcohol and why you should limit it

If you do drink, how to prepare your body for it
Check Out Dave:
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Pre-Order his NEW book
Instagram

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Stem Cells, Regenerative Medicine & How To Age Healthier with Joy Kong

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1 hr 11 min
January 11, 2023Non-Hormonal Birth Control | Elina Berglund of Natural Cycles
128: On this episode, I interview Elina Berglund, Co-Founder of the FDA cleared contraceptive birth control app "Natural Cycles."

Topics Covered:
Importance of measuring your temperature

Does traveling affect your cycle?

Oura Ring

Hormonal birth control and Natural Cycles

When to take your temperature to track your cycle

Is Natural Cycles FDA approved?

Ovulation strips

Is your data safe if you’re using Natural Cycles?
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https://www.naturalcycles.com/publications (this links to our publications and clinical findings)
Instagram: @naturalcycles
TikTok: @naturalcycles

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Oral and Gut Microbiome Connection with Dr. Staci

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44 min
January 04, 2023How to Navigate the Grocery Store | Kyle Fitzgerald
127: You probably know Kyle Fitzgerald as @CleanKitchenNutrition on instagram. He creates daily videos showing us how to navigate the grocery store. On today's episode we share with you our tangible tips and tricks for navigating the grocery store!

Topics Discussed:
Top ingredients to avoid at the grocery store

How to prepare for the grocery store

Vegetable oils and seed oils

Refined carbs and sugar

Hidden sugar in your food

Is Agave a good sugar alternative?

Non alcoholic fatty liver disease

Sugar replacements

Artificial and natural flavors

Greenwashing

Budget friendly tips

"Fat Free" movement

"Ultra Processed" Foods

What meat to buy

How to navigate the egg aisle

What is raw dairy?

A1 vs A2 cows

Accessibility and food deserts
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Oral and Gut Microbiome Connection with Dr. Staci

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1 hr 29 min
December 28, 2022How Nutrition Affects Brain Health | Dr. Patrick Porter
126: **REALFOODOLOGY PODCAST IS NOW ON YOUTUBE!**

On this weeks episode, I have on Dr. Patrick Porter, the creator of the popular app, Brain Tap. If you are not familiar with Brain Tap, it is an app to train your brain. Think about it as guided mediation on steroids!

Topics Discussed:
Science behind meditation

How to wake up without an alarm

How to know if your brain is dis-regulated

Breath work and how it regulates brain function

Science behind addictive foods

How does nutrition affect our brain health

Leaky gut and leaky brain

Food marketing to children

How they make food addictive

Fasting and the brain

HRV - Heart Rate Variability
Check Out Dr. Patrick:
Dr. Patricks Porter's Instagram
Brain Tap's Instagram
https://braintap.com/

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1 hr 9 min
December 21, 2022The Dirty Side of Hormonal Birth Control | Nicole Jardim
125: **REALFOODOLOGY PODCAST IS NOW ON YOUTUBE!**

Nicole is a Certified Women’s Health Coach, writer, speaker, mentor, and the creator of Fix Your Period, a series of programs that empower women and menstruators to reclaim their hormonal health using a method that combines evidence-based information with simplicity and sass.
Nicole is also the host of The Period Party, a top-rated podcast on iTunes.
She is the author of the book Fix Your Period: 6 Weeks to Banish Bloating, Conquer Cramps, Manage Moodiness, and Ignite Lasting Hormone Balance.

We talk about the not so great side effects of the pill and what women can do in order to rebalance their cycles and get to root causes.

Topics Covered:
Common conditions and side effects of birth control

Gut issues and birth control

What is PMS

First steps to take to get off the pill

Importance of tracking your cycle

How to find the right doctor

The science behind birth control

IUDs

Estrogen and progesterone

Bleeding disorders

Depression and birth control

Endometriosis

Stressors

Dietary choices and tips

Importance of balancing your blood sugar
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Podcast
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1 hr 17 min
December 14, 2022Red Meat is NOT a Health Risk | The Meat Mafia
124: **REALFOODOLOGY PODCAST IS NOW ON YOUTUBE!**
I sit down with Brett and Harry of the Meat Mafia Podcast to talk all about meat and it’s health benefits!

Topics Covered:
Why would someone want to try the carnivore diet?

Would you do carnivore 100% of the time

Why there is demonization of animal and saturated fats

Amino acids

Propaganda

Accessibility and affordability

Importance of supporting regenerative agriculture

Slaughtering practices

Grass fed vs grass finished

Where to find good meats

Labeling laws
Check Out The Meat Mafia:
Podcast
Instagram

Show Links:
https://www.eatwild.com/
https://carnivoreaurelius.com/all-of-the-evidence-that-red-meat-is-not-bad-for-you/
https://www.realclearscience.com/articles/2022/11/14/red_meat_is_not_a_health_risk_a_new_study_slams_years_of_shoddy_research_864601.html
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Further Listening:
Food Lies with Brian Sanders

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1 hr 23 min

About Realfoodology

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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