LEVELS – A Whole New Level

#26 – Nutrition & Kids – A parent's perspective (Kelly LeVeque & Ben Grynol)

Sep 27, 2021

Kelly LeVeque, a nutrition expert and Ben Grynol, a parent, discuss the challenges of feeding kids a balanced diet. They talk about setting boundaries and controlling what children are exposed to, as well as the impact of the environment and broken food system on parents' ability to control their children's nutrition. They also explore the importance of involving kids in making healthier choices and offer practical lunch options for busy parents. This podcast provides insights and strategies for promoting healthier meals and choices for children.

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Kelly LeVeque

Ben Grynol

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Quick takeaways

Controlling what children are exposed to and setting boundaries is crucial for promoting their metabolic health.

Early exposure to a variety of flavors and foods in the flavor window lays the foundation for healthy eating habits later in life.

Balancing protein, fat, fiber, and carbohydrates is key when packing nutritious lunches for kids.

Deep dives

The importance of understanding metabolic science for parents

Many parents struggle with feeding their children because they lack knowledge about metabolic science. Simplifying the concept of blood sugar balance is crucial for parents to understand the impact of carbohydrates on blood sugar levels and insulin release. Too much carbohydrate intake can lead to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and behavioral issues in kids. Balancing blood sugar levels is essential for promoting spontaneous movement, interest in physical activity, and overall wellbeing in children.

Introduction

4min

Feeding Kids: Challenges, Flavors, and Control

5min

Challenges in Controlling Children's Nutrition

14min

Understanding the Impact of Food on Children's Behavior and Empowering Kids to Make Healthier Choices

5min

Involving Children in Making Healthy Lunches and Snacks

20min

Finding the Speaker and Her Involvement in Nutrition and Health

2min

For parents, feeding kids a balanced diet can feel like an uphill battle. People are surrounded by fast, convenient and highly processed food items, which can make the idea of 'meal time' easier to get through. But, these short-term choices can have long term health implications – especially for children.

When kids are provided with the right foundation for the way to think about food and the choices in front of them, it can be easier to start them down the right path at an early age.

Kelly LeVeque – nutritionist, author, podcaster, and an investor in Levels – takes the time to set a healthy foundation for her children. And, by 'controlling the controllable' – what she chooses to expose them to – getting her kids to eat a balanced diet is part of their routine.

For more info about Kelly, her content and her courses, check out: https://kellyleveque.com/

Levels helps you see how food affects your health, empowering you with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve healthspan. Levels Members gain access to the Levels app and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), providing real-time feedback on how diet and lifestyle choices impact your metabolic health.

Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health.

(06:51) - Start by controlling what you can
(11:17) - Set boundaries for your children's diet
(13:15) - Don't hold back from adult conversations
(14:30) - Practice delayed gratification
(19:49) - Aim for a well-rounded food day
(25:48) - You can still be a fun mom without sugar
(34:03) - Rethink sandwiches as a staple
(39:31) - Don't fall for marketing tactics
(47:02) - Teach kids what healthy looks and feel like

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Watch the Video – https://youtu.be/G-mt2OqjDVE