About this episode
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 Sponsored By: Organifi Go to www.organifi.com/realfoodology and use code REALFOODOLOGY for 20% Off Beekeeper's Naturals Go to beekeepersnaturals.com/REALFOODOLOGY or enter code REALFOODOLOGY to get 20% off your order Our Place Use code REALFOODOLOGY for 10% off at fromourplace.com Needed Use code REALFOODOLOGY at thisisneeded.com for 20% off Paleovalley Save at 15% at paleovalley.com/realfoodology and use code REALFOODOLOGY LMNT Get your free Sample Pack with any LMNT drink mix purchase at drinklmnt.com/realfoodology Check Out Dr. Joel Warsh Website Instagram Book Check Out Courtney: LEAVE US A VOICE MESSAGE Check Out My new FREE Grocery Guide! @realfoodology www.realfoodology.com My Immune Supplement by 2x4 Air Dr Air Purifier AquaTru Water Filter EWG Tap Water Database Produced By: Drake Peterson