#479: An Integrative Approach to Chronic Illness, ADHD, and Autoimmunity in Children with Dr. Elisa Song

If you feel like your kid is always sick—this is for you! Dr. Elisa Song discusses how to take an integrative, holistic approach to your child’s health and wellness. We cover everything from colds & the flu, to chronic illness and ADHD! Plus, how to get your kids excited about having happy gut bugs. Buckle up, there’s a lot to learn!

Timestamps:

[5:25] Welcome Dr. Song
[24:55] Gut/Brain connection

[38:45] Zinc deficiencies/inefficiencies and sensory issues
[41:14] What to do post antibiotics for microbiome recovery
[52:17] Eczema and other skin rashes
[1:00:37] ADHD
[1:09:37] Autoimmunity 

Episode Links:

Healthy Kids, Happy Kids: Dr. Song’s Website
Whole Family Wellness
Details about Dr. Song’s new book!
Amazon link for Dr. Song’s new book
Our previous conversation with Dr. Song – Episode 429
Probiotic great for Eczema: Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (Culturelle for Kids)

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Mentions:

Mono and diglycerides
CMC
Carrageenan
Xanthan gum
sucralose
Acesulfame potassium, or Ace K
saccharin

Nutrients to heal leaky gut lining:
Amino Acids like Glutamine
Zinc
Omega 3s
Quercetin

For Autoimmunity:
KLEBSIELLA