In this in-depth interview on the Real Life. Real Kitchen. Podcast, Pia Crofton of Ireland Fresh shares her journey from working in the Irish food industry to becoming a passionate advocate for nutrient-dense, regenerative food systems. She discusses the impact of global supply chains, the importance of local and organic food, and practical ways mothers can heal their children of autoimmune conditions and chronic illness through dietary interventions.

The conversation also takes in the political and societal implications of modern farming practices, Big Food and government policies on motherhood, families and the health of nations. Personal autonomy, mutual support and a crie du coeur from mothers across the Western World just might save us all…

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Each week I sit down with someone whose work nourishes minds, bodies, or communities. From the kitchen table to the wider world, these are the quiet voices making a loud difference.

After 20 years in the food industry, Pia is a mother now on a mission to connect families directly with real food and its producers to make a difference to children, health and society.

• Website: https://irelandfresh.com/
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• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pia-crofton/

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• Impact of global supply chains on food quality
• The role of regenerative agriculture in health
• How glyphosate and chemicals affect our bodies
• The importance of local, nutrient-dense food
• Practical steps for mothers to heal their children

Takeaways:

• The podcast emphasizes the significant role of mothers in connecting with food producers to ensure the nutritional health of their families.
• Pia Crofton discusses the detrimental effects of the current food supply chain, particularly the dominance of large corporations over family-run businesses.
• The conversation highlights the alarming rise in chronic illnesses and autoimmune conditions among children, attributed to poor diet and exposure to chemicals.
• Listeners are encouraged to advocate for better food policies and support local food systems to improve community health and well-being.