EP#31: Why a Healthy Planet Makes a Healthy Child with Dr. Leslie Solomonian, ND

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This episode was generously sponsored by Orange Naturals.

About the Episode: 
In this episode Dr. Domenique, ND is joined by Dr. Leslie Solomonian, ND to discuss why planetary health is not only critical to our environment and world, but critical to the health of our children. They touch on many aspects of planetary health including ways to promote planetary health, ways to make the home a greener and more sustainable, and micro and macro level influences. They also discuss tangible tips to teach your little ones about the power of planetary health and how to enjoy taking care of our planet as a family unit. 

Guest Bio and Links:
Leslie Solomonian is a doctor of naturopathic medicine and professor at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine.  She is a long-time advocate for environmental and social causes.  She co-founded Naturopathic Doctors for Environmental and Social Trust in order to support the naturopathic profession in taking action for these critically important determinants of health.  She holds a Masters degree in Public Health in family and community medicine with a specialization in community development.  Leslie is committed to working to elevate the capacity of the naturopathic profession to agitate for Planetary Health and ecological justice.  Leslie is the author of the textbook Naturopathic and Integrative Pediatrics, and All They Really Need, a book for caregivers on strategies to cultivate both child and planetary health. Promoting the health of the planet and all who share it is critical for promoting the health of the next generation.  

http://www.lesliesolomonian.weebly.com/
Leslie’s Book: www.alltheyreallyneed.ca
Raffi’s child honouring: (https://raffifoundation.org/)
For our kids → network of parents and families united by our concern for our children's future and determination to take action to reduce the impacts of climate change (https://www.forourkids.ca/)
For older kids … the Planetary Health Alliance (massive international coalition, mostly academic) has a “next generation network” (https://www.planetaryhealthalliance.org/next-gen); also The Starfish Canada (https://thestarfish.ca/)

Host Bio and Links:
Dr. Domenique Barbaro is a naturopathic doctor and birth doula with a focus on women, moms, and their little ones. She is passionate about promoting optimal health at all life stages and ages and empowering the whole family unit to live a healthy and fulfilling life.

IG: @drdomenique.nd
Web: www.drdomeniquend.com

Credits:
This episode was edited, mastered, and produced by RanserSound.

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