Raising Well Nourished Kids
We all want to raise healthy, emotionally resilient, food-adventurous kids, but what does that actually look like and how do we do it?
This podcast is a place for deep conversations and practical guidance about what it takes to raise well nourished kids, in every sense of the word. We tackle all the big topics from setting boundaries and creating healthy eating habits to instilling a good food culture in your household and fostering body positivity.
There’s a lot of information out there, much of it contradictory and confusing. This leaves parents overwhelmed and anxious about the ‘right’ thing to do when it comes to their child’s health and wellbeing. It’s time to reimagine a way to parent in this modern world that supports health, connection and the relational wellbeing of our families and precious children.
Every week we’ll bring you a new episode that draws on our combined 40 years of knowledge and experience in the fields of child psychology, behaviour and nutrition, as well as our own personal journey’s of raising healthy, thriving teenagers, in the hopes of bringing you some much needed clarity along with simple, proven strategies to help you raise well nourished kids.
We’re here to support you to support your young people in developing healthy eating habits and positive relationships with and through food.
Raising Well Nourished Kids
46. The Supplement Dilemma: What Your Kids Really Need
In this latest episode, naturopath Georgia, tackles one of the most common questions parents ask: Do children really need vitamins and supplements? Rather than offering a simple yes or no, she dives deep into the science and wisdom behind supplementation, sharing why "food first" should be every parent's mantra.
You'll discover:
- Why you can't "out-supplement" a poor diet and the vital importance of whole foods
- When supplements are actually necessary (and when they're just expensive urine)
- The hidden dangers of random supplementation, especially with iron
- Smart guidelines for choosing multivitamins and probiotics for kids
- Why those attractive gummy vitamins might not be your best choice
- The critical role of gut health in nutrient absorption
- How anxiety and stress might be affecting your child's nutrition
Perhaps most valuably, she explains why treating symptoms without addressing root causes is like building a house without a foundation - it might look good temporarily, but it won't stand the test of time.
Whether you're considering supplements for your children or already giving them, this episode provides the clarity and guidance you need to make informed decisions about your family's health. Georgia's practical, no-nonsense approach cuts through the marketing hype and social media noise to deliver advice you can trust.
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