Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
What if protecting your family's health starts long before symptoms ever appear?
In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany sits down with nutritionist, educator, and Realfoodology founder Courtney Swan for a wide-ranging conversation on fertility, pregnancy, pesticides, mold exposure, and the everyday choices that shape lifelong health.
Fresh off a meeting at the White House to discuss the future of America's food system, Courtney shares why she's more hopeful than ever about the growing awareness around environmental toxins, and the practical steps families can take today to reduce their toxic burden without living in fear.
Together, Bethany and Courtney explore preparing your body for pregnancy, navigating fertility after 40, uncovering hidden mold exposure, understanding glyphosate and pesticides, choosing nutrient-dense foods, and raising children with a healthy foundation from day one. They also discuss regenerative farming, balancing intentional living with flexibility, and why real food should be accessible to every family.
This conversation is an encouraging reminder that while we can't control everything, we can make meaningful choices that support our health, our homes, and future generations.
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who's passionate about creating a healthier future for their family.
Resources Mentioned
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
Dirty Dozen & Clean Fifteen Produce Guide
ewg.org/foodnews
Documentaries
Kiss the Ground
Common Ground
Produce Washing
Courtney recommends washing produce with:
Ozonated water (using an ozone bubbler)
Baking soda soak
Pregnancy & Fertility Research
Courtney references recent research discussing mitochondrial protection of ovarian cells and fertility with age. She notes she'll provide the study after recording for inclusion in the show notes. (Add once received.)
Resources:
Instagram: instagram.com/realfoodology
Podcast: youtube.com/channel/UCKnDft-Ovm1iTfSN1kn957A
Website: realfoodology.com
Produce:
Dirty Dozen & Clean Fifteen Produce Guide
ewg.org/foodnews
Courtney recommends washing produce with:
Ozonated water (using an ozone bubbler)
Baking soda soak
Learn more:
Science Advances (2025): Human eggs have special protection against age-related mitochondrial mutations: livescience.com/health/genetics/human-eggs-have-special-protection-against-certain-types-of-aging-study-hints
Mitochondria in Ovarian Aging and Reproductive Longevity (Ageing Research Reviews) pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32896666
Rodale Institute Farming Systems Trial: rodaleinstitute.org/science/farming-systems-trial
Glyphosate exposure in pregnancy and birth outcomes: link.springer.com/journal/12940
Explore More from Primally Pure:
Follow Bethany: instagram.com/bethanyjmcdaniel
Shop Primally Pure: bit.ly/4e1HzVv
Blog:bit.ly/4gAeIsY
Instagram :instagram.com/primallypure
TikTok: tiktok.com/@primallypure
What if protecting your family's health starts long before symptoms ever appear?
In this episode of Grounded Wellness, Bethany sits down with nutritionist, educator, and Realfoodology founder Courtney Swan for a wide-ranging conversation on fertility, pregnancy, pesticides, mold exposure, and the everyday choices that shape lifelong health.
Fresh off a meeting at the White House to discuss the future of America's food system, Courtney shares why she's more hopeful than ever about the growing awareness around environmental toxins, and the practical steps families can take today to reduce their toxic burden without living in fear.
Together, Bethany and Courtney explore preparing your body for pregnancy, navigating fertility after 40, uncovering hidden mold exposure, understanding glyphosate and pesticides, choosing nutrient-dense foods, and raising children with a healthy foundation from day one. They also discuss regenerative farming, balancing intentional living with flexibility, and why real food should be accessible to every family.
This conversation is an encouraging reminder that while we can't control everything, we can make meaningful choices that support our health, our homes, and future generations.
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who's passionate about creating a healthier future for their family.
Resources Mentioned
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
Dirty Dozen & Clean Fifteen Produce Guide
ewg.org/foodnews
Documentaries
Kiss the Ground
Common Ground
Produce Washing
Courtney recommends washing produce with:
Ozonated water (using an ozone bubbler)
Baking soda soak
Pregnancy & Fertility Research
Courtney references recent research discussing mitochondrial protection of ovarian cells and fertility with age. She notes she'll provide the study after recording for inclusion in the show notes. (Add once received.)
Resources:
Instagram: instagram.com/realfoodology
Podcast: youtube.com/channel/UCKnDft-Ovm1iTfSN1kn957A
Website: realfoodology.com
Produce:
Dirty Dozen & Clean Fifteen Produce Guide
ewg.org/foodnews
Courtney recommends washing produce with:
Ozonated water (using an ozone bubbler)
Baking soda soak
Learn more:
Science Advances (2025): Human eggs have special protection against age-related mitochondrial mutations: livescience.com/health/genetics/human-eggs-have-special-protection-against-certain-types-of-aging-study-hints
Mitochondria in Ovarian Aging and Reproductive Longevity (Ageing Research Reviews) pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32896666
Rodale Institute Farming Systems Trial: rodaleinstitute.org/science/farming-systems-trial
Glyphosate exposure in pregnancy and birth outcomes: link.springer.com/journal/12940
Explore More from Primally Pure:
Follow Bethany: instagram.com/bethanyjmcdaniel
Shop Primally Pure: bit.ly/4e1HzVv
Blog:bit.ly/4gAeIsY
Instagram :instagram.com/primallypure
TikTok: tiktok.com/@primallypure
