EP. 208: Welcome back to the Realfoodology podcast! In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to chat with Dr. Joel Warsh, aka Dr. Joel Gator on Instagram, a board-certified pediatrician from LA who’s an expert in parenting wellness and integrative medicine. Dr. Joel explores the troubling rise in chronic health issues among kids, from autism and food allergies to obesity and autoimmune conditions. We also tackle hot topics like the impact of diet and toxins, the pitfalls of over-sanitizing, and the ongoing debate between breastfeeding and formula. Tune in to get practical advice and fresh perspectives on keeping your kids healthy in today’s world!

Timestamps:

05:37 - The story behind Dr. Joel’s instagram
08:15 - Rise in chronic diseases in children
11:15 - Diet and toxins
13:50 - Medical gaslighting
17:05 - Doing whatever is best for your kids
21:01 - Dr. Joel’s success stories
23:56 - Biggest parenting mistakes
32:07 - Oversantiizing
35:58 - Keeping your kids healthy
38:46 - Practicing discernment
42:15 - Breastmilk vs formula
45:07 - Informed consent
49:49 - The downfalls of allopathic medicine
53:56 - The influence of big pharma and insurance companies
57:37 - Diabetes and nutrition in utero
58:59 - Taking charge of your child’s health
01:01:11 - Vaccines
01:11:11 - Handling controversial conversations
01:15:45 - Dr. Joel’s book
01:18:20 - Dr. Joel’s health nonnegotiables

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Produced By: Drake Peterson