Episode 13: Food additives and behavior in children
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Food additives and behavior in children
Episode 13: Food additives and behavior in children
Welcome back to The Easy Feed Podcast, and a very happy 2024 to all you amazing mums out there
In today's episode, we're diving deep into a topic that has been a hot discussion in my Nourishing Kids membership: the impact of food additives and preservatives on children's behavior.
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Highlights:
Introduction (00:00.078)
Artificial Colours in Children's Food (02:17.87)
ADHD: Causes, Impacts, and Gut Microbes (04:36.782)
Artificial Colors, Preservatives, and Nitrates in Food (11:43.47)
Five Tips for Healthy Food Choices (14:05.166)
Show Notes
Welcome back to The Easy Feed Podcast, and a very happy 2024 to all you amazing mums out there!
In today's episode, we're diving deep into a topic that has been a hot discussion in my Nourishing Kids membership: the impact of food additives and preservatives on children's behavior.
As parents, navigating the supermarket aisles can be a challenge, especially when faced with an overwhelming array of processed foods containing a myriad of additives. We're uncovering the truth behind these hidden ingredients and their potential links to behavioural issues in our little ones.
Here are five key points we'll be exploring:
1. The Additive Epidemic: A closer look at the astonishing number of additives and preservatives in children's food today. From artificial colours to sodium benzoate, we'll uncover what's really hiding in those innocent-looking snacks.
2. ADHD on the Rise: Exploring the alarming increase in ADHD diagnoses among children over the past two decades. Is there a connection between these diagnoses and the additives present in their diets?
3. Gut Health Matters: Delving into recent research that highlights the crucial role of gut health in influencing inflammatory conditions and its potential link to ADHD. Could balancing gut microbes be the key to better behavior?
4. The Sodium Benzoate Debate: Unpacking the controversy surrounding sodium benzoate, its presence in popular foods, and the potential health risks associated with its consumption.
5. Artificial Sweeteners Unveiled: A critical examination of three concerning artificial sweeteners – aspartame, saccharin, and sucralose – and their potential impact on children's health, including increased risks of diabetes, heart disease, and even cancer.
If you're a mum looking to make informed choices about your child's diet and well-being, this episode is a must-listen. Join me as we navigate the complex world of food additives and empower ourselves to make healthier choices for our families.
To access additional resources and dive deeper into this crucial topic, check out my Nourishing Kids membership at nourishwithkarina.com/membership. Don't forget to leave a review and send me a DM on Instagram with any topics you'd like me to cover in future episodes.
Wishing you all a wonderful day, and bye for now!
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I'm Karina Savage, and welcome to The Easy Feed Podcast!
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