

Don’t ‘Dye’ - Empowering Kids to Understand Health
12 snips Aug 14, 2025
Discover the hidden dangers of synthetic dyes and added sugars that lurk in kids' foods, impacting their health and behavior. Learn how to empower children with knowledge about nutrition and make healthier choices amidst societal pressures. The conversation also delves into the effects of air pollution on allergies and overall childhood health. Explore the challenges of screen time on mental well-being while recognizing the urgent need to create a healthier environment for future generations.
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Avoid Synthetic Food Dyes
- Avoid foods with synthetic dyes by checking ingredient labels for Red 40, Yellow 5/6, and Blue 1.
- These dyes are linked to inattention, hyperactivity, gut issues, and possible cellular damage.
Lunchboxes At Parties
- Bryan packed his kids a lunchbox to avoid party pizza and sugary drinks, which put them in awkward social situations.
- He used performance reasoning (e.g., you will run slower) to motivate kids to refuse sugary items.
Cap Sugar To 25g Daily
- Limit children's added sugar to about 25 grams per day, inclusive of all sources.
- Most foods marketed to kids exceed that limit in a single serving, so overhaul daily choices accordingly.