How do we raise kids who love real food and understand how it shapes their mood, focus, and resilience? In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Ali Miller, registered dietitian and author of Naturally Nourished Kids and The Anti-Anxiety Diet, to explore how food truly acts as medicine for both body and mind. From navigating picky eaters to supporting anxious teens, Ali breaks down how nutrient-dense foods can transform the way our kids think, feel, and grow.
✨ Topics Covered in This Episode:
✔️ Practical tips for feeding picky eaters without becoming a short-order cook
✔️ Why early introduction of savory flavors helps prevent “sweet-only” palates
✔️ Baby-led weaning vs. purees, what the science (and real life) says
✔️ The truth about salt, sugar, and snacks in childhood nutrition
✔️ How chewing impacts jaw development, focus, and brain oxygenation
✔️ Using food to prevent anxiety, mood swings, and burnout in kids and teens
✔️ Creating peaceful, screen-free kitchen spaces that inspire connection
✔️ How to model joyful eating and resilience in your home
🧠 More About This Episode:
Ali Miller is a registered dietitian, functional medicine expert, and the author of Naturally Nourished Kids and The Anti-Anxiety Diet. With over a decade of clinical experience and a passion for teaching families how to use food as medicine, Ali offers practical, empowering guidance for moms who want to nourish their kids without the overwhelm. From baby-led weaning to balancing teen hormones, this episode dives deep into how whole foods support healthy brains, strong bodies, and calmer homes.
📚 Resources & Links Mentioned:
📍 Naturally Nourished Kids – https://a.co/d/iJ4Zv3l
📍 The Anti-Anxiety Diet – https://a.co/d/8pKJIod
📍 Ali Miller RD – https://alimillerrd.com
📍 Serenity Farm Bread – https://serenityfarmbread.com (use code MAM10 for 10% off)
📍 Seatopia Seafood – https://seatopia.fish (use code ANCESTRALMAMA for 10% off)
📍 For Nutrient Sake Cookbooks – https://fornutrientsake.com (use code MAM15 for 15% off)
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