This episode was generously sponsored by the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition: https://csnn.ca
About the episode:
In this episode Dr. Elisa Song and I discuss integrative pediatrics and the importance of gut health in raising resilient children. We talk about her new book, Healthy Kids Happy Kids, and highlight the interconnections between the gut and other body systems. Dr. Song shares the five things children can do every day to nourish the gut through diet and lifestyle changes with special emphasis on how the vagus nerve and breath influece gut health and how we can shift the microbiome in surprising ways.
Guest Bio:
Dr Elisa Song is a Stanford-, NYU-, UCSF-trained holistic pediatrician. She founded Whole Family Wellness, an integrative pediatric practice in Belmont, CA where she integrates conventional pediatrics with functional medicine, holistic nutrition, homeopathy, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and essential oils. She is also a lecturer for the Center for Education and Development in Clinical Homeopathy (CEDH), Academy for Pain Research, Institute for Functional Medicine, and Holistic Pediatric Association, among others. Her book, Healthy Kids Happy Kids is a must-read for all parents at any stage of the journey, to help them take charge of their kids’ health naturally.
Host Bio:Jess is a Family Health Educator, nutritionist, and mother of three focused on nutrition for brain health and resilience in kids. A certified teacher, Author, Speaker, and practitioner of Functional and Holistic Nutrition, Jess is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of children who face challenges such as anxiety, ADHD, and mood disorders. Her integrative approach involves unraveling hidden stressors and deeply nourishing the body to foster resilience and optimal health. Jess's best-selling book, "Raising Resilience", and her online resources have reached a global audience, equipping parents and practitioners with practical tools to bring simplicity and joy back into family life.
Links for Dr Song:
https://healthykidshappykids.com/
https://healthykidshappykids.com/book/
Further Links for Jess:
Guide: www.JessSherman.com/anxietysupportforkids
Courses: www.JessSherman.com/learn
Book: www.RaisingResilience.ca
Membership: www.JessSherman.com/membership
Social: instagram.com/askJesssherman
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