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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. That's 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

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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. That's 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

    193: What Water to Drink, Hydrogen Water, Reverse Osmosis + Best Water Purifiers | Martin Riese

    193: What Water to Drink, Hydrogen Water, Reverse Osmosis + Best Water Purifiers | Martin Riese

    Today we're delving into the fascinating world of water with the renowned water sommelier, Martin Reese. With his infectious humor and profound insights, Martin guides us through the complexities of water, covering everything from the contents of our tap to what to look for at the grocery store. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion on what belongs in our water and what doesn't. Explore topics like TDS monitoring, the prevalence of microplastics, and even uncover the surprising medicinal properties of water. With a special water-tasting session and a look at the laws and innovations shaping our consumption, this episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the journey from faucet to glass.

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    Topics Discussed:

    06:54 - Meet Martin, the water sommelier 

    10:55 - Tap water in the US

    15:39 - TDS Monitoring

    18:26 - The pros and cons of reverse osmosis

    20:02 - Microplastics

    27:20 - Staying hydrated & the contents of our tap water

    31:31- Water filters

    36:23 - LifeStraw & emergency preparedness

    38:36 - Finding the right water for you

    42:17 - Types of bottled water

    43:24 - What to look for when water shopping  

    48:30 - Water PH and alkaline water    

    53:43 - The value of water & gastrophysics 

    56:20 - Antipodes Water

    1:00:30 - Dasani Water  

    1:02:46 - LAX Plastic Water Bottle Ban

    1:05:10 - Boxed Water 

    1:06:38 - Kangen Water 

    1:15:58 - Vertex Water  

    1:18:52 - Ararat Water

    1:19:54 - Gerolsteiner Water

    1:21:16 - The medicinal history & properties of water 

    1:24:38 - Borjomi Water

    1:26:23 - Pairing water with food 

    1:30:16 - Hydrogen water

    1:37:46 - California law on recycled sewage water 

    1:40:38 - Desalination in Aruba

    1:42:44 - The power of the consumer 


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    • 1 hr 48 min
    193: Easy Health Tips to Try NOW w/ Luke Cook

    193: Easy Health Tips to Try NOW w/ Luke Cook

    Today’s episode is a really fun one with Luke Cook. You may know him from his hilarious videos on Instagram, he brings so much fun to this corner of instagram, and I’m so thankful I was able to sit down with him and chat. We speak a lot about different biohacking modalities, what his diet looks like and his thoughts about protein as a fitness trainer.

    Topics Discussed:

    05:21 - Positive vs negative health advice

    10:12 - Measuring satiating vs non satiating foods

    14:01 - Navigating your mood with nutrition

    15:53 - Intermittent Fasting and the ideal breakfast

    17:05 - Thoughts on Stevia

    27:02 - Steroids and peptides

    32:00 - Effects of marijuana and escapism

    35:30 - Methods for relaxing

    41:08 - Analyzing cold plunges and saunas

    44:30 - Life in moderation and dealing with social media haters

    49:50 - Luke’s morning routine

    52:34 - Dad life

    58:48 - Approaching nutrition with children

    01:03:10 - Nutritional differences in America

    01:08:08 - The story behind Shakewell

    01:13:38 - “Organic is a scam”

    01:17:25 - Luke’s non-negotiables


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    • 1 hr 19 min
    192: Stop Feeling Like Crap | Dr. Mark Hyman

    192: Stop Feeling Like Crap | Dr. Mark Hyman

    This weeks episode, we are joined by the amazing Dr. Mark Hyman. Mark Hyman’s book The UltraMind Solution is one of the books that really inspired me to go back to school and get my Master’s of Science in Nutrition. This is such a full circle moment for me. When I first started my podcast, I wrote a list of my top guests and Mark Hyman was on that list. Today we sit down and talk about his company Function Health and what it is. We also talk about what the current Allopathic Model is getting wrong in our standard of care, why our medical system is so messed up, and what our doctors are not testing for. Lastly we talk about the food industry’s impact on health

    Topics Discussed:

    04:46 - The UltraMind Solution

    05:30 - Preventative Root Cause

    10:25 - The story behind Function Health 

    21:30 - Hormone panels and routine blood work

    25:52 - Being an advocate for your own health

    34:25 - Biological age, Metabolic health crisis 

    38:10 - The MF'er gene

    40:00 - FLC Syndrome and disrupting the healthcare system

    44:05 - Courtney’s results - Hemochromatosis 

    48:41 - Dr. Mark Hyman’s Roman Empire

    55:46 - Making the connection between health and nutrition

    58:53 - Addiction to Ultra Processed foods

    01:06:50 - Mental Health and Nutrition

    01:08:55 - Dr. Mark Hyman’s health non negotiables


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    191: Stop Aging + Enhance Focus | Dr. Greg Kelly of Neurohacker

    191: Stop Aging + Enhance Focus | Dr. Greg Kelly of Neurohacker

    Join me as I sit down with the insightful Dr. Greg Kelly from Neurohacker Collective to unpack the complexities of aging and brain health. Listen in as we explore the intriguing theories behind why we age – is it a programmed deterioration or an accumulation of cellular damage? Dr. Kelly shares his expertise on how lifestyle choices impact our cellular vitality and introduces us to the concept of cellular senescence.

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    Topics Discussed:

    0:10:55 - Supplement Stacking Options

    0:13:54 - Cellular Senescence and Aging Process

    0:22:08 - Understanding Senescent Cells in Aging

    0:27:11 - Senolytics & Cellular Rejuvenation

    0:30:57 - Targeting Senescent Cells for Healthy Aging

    0:38:28 - Individual Responses to Supplements

    0:42:58 - Benefits of Quality Supplements and Probiotics


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    190: Reverse Your Biological Age + Hack Your Fertility | Dr. Z

    190: Reverse Your Biological Age + Hack Your Fertility | Dr. Z

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    In this episode, Dr. Katherine Zagone (Dr. Z) shares her expert insights on extending the reproductive window and enhancing overall fertility and health. She delves into the critical role of biological age versus chronological age and emphasizes the importance of addressing both the mind and body components in fertility. Dr. Zagone provides practical advice on reducing toxin exposure, improving cellular health, and the significance of meditation and spirituality in opening what she refers to as the "body portal" for pregnancy. The conversation covers a range of topics from managing PCOS and blood sugar regulation to the benefits of detox and liver support, ultimately guiding listeners on a healing journey to optimal health and fertility. Whether you're considering pregnancy now or in the future, this episode offers valuable insights into nurturing your body and soul for the journey ahead.

    Topics Discussed:

    06:11 - Clockwize Dr. Z’s background

    08:11 - Biological vs chronological age

    13:48 - Stress and toxins

    20:24 - Cellular health and hormones

    32:33 - Health of both partners

    38:57 - Healthy suggestions for everyone

    45:08 - Methylation

    47:05 - Detoxing

    53:10 - Tackle one thing at a time

    56:11 - Opening your baby portal

    01:00:55 - Geriatric pregnancies

    01:05:03 - Perimenopause

    01:08:30 - IVF and freezing your eggs

    01:14:03 - Healing journey to become the mother you need to be

    01:16:20 - Embryo freezing


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    • 1 hr 22 min
    189: What NOT to Eat, Exposing Nutrition Fallacies + Body Positivity | Michelle Shapiro RD

    189: What NOT to Eat, Exposing Nutrition Fallacies + Body Positivity | Michelle Shapiro RD

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    Have you ever been caught in the whirlwind of nutrition advice, spinning between "eat this, not that" and "everything in moderation"? Michelle Shapiro, a registered dietitian, joins me to uncover the truth behind the mixed messages in dietetics. We shed light on the dangers of normalizing hyper-processed foods and dissect the implications of the body positivity movement on personal health, all while unpacking the influence of social media on nutrition science.

    Topics Covered:

    0:12:39 - Navigating Nutrition Information and Misinterpretation

    0:17:44 - Corporate Influence on Public Health

    0:23:19 - Food Labeling in Food Deserts

    0:33:07 - Healing Food Relationship Through Liberation

    0:41:04 - Healing Relationship With Food Through Intuition

    0:51:58 - Purposeful Sharing of Health Information

    0:59:30 - Understanding and Applying Krebs Cycle Information

    1:03:53 - Debunking Myths About Omega-6 Fats

    1:09:08 - Principles of Health and Self-Confidence



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    • 1 hr 15 min

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