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621. How to Navigate a Corrupt Food Industry

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Aug 22, 2023
In this enlightening discussion, Courtney Swan, an integrative nutritionist and founder of Real Foodology, exposes the hidden issues of the food industry. She simplifies how to read food labels and warns of the dangers of glyphosate and greenwashing. Courtney delves into non-dairy milk choices, advocating for healthier options, and offers tips for buying organic on a budget. She also shares insights on the effects of artificial food dyes on children and her personal health journey, motivating listeners to prioritize real, nourishing foods.
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INSIGHT

Organic Can Still Be Industrial

  • Major grocery chains sell expensive-seeming organic items sourced from large distributors rather than local farms.
  • Krista warns that accessibility can mask supply chains and authenticity concerns.
ANECDOTE

Kraft Reformulated For UK Standards

  • Krista recounts that Kraft Mac & Cheese uses ingredients banned in other countries and is reformulated for the UK.
  • Courtney and hosts use this to illustrate how companies make different quality products by market.
ADVICE

Ditch Seed Oils In Your Kitchen

  • Avoid seed oils like canola, safflower, and sunflower in packaged foods and when cooking.
  • Cook with avocado oil, olive oil (low heat), butter, or beef tallow instead.
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