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