36. Why is Chronic Illness in Kids Skyrocketing?

If you’ve noticed that kids today seem to be struggling with more allergies, hyperactivity, and chronic conditions than ever before, you’re not imagining things—and it’s not just "better diagnosing." Childhood obesity, ADHD, eczema, and autoimmune issues have surged, leaving parents confused and searching for answers. Why is this happening, and how can we take back control? In today's episode, we dive into the uncomfortable truth: our food, our environment, and even our daily routines are working against our kids’ health.But here’s the good news—it doesn’t take a full lifestyle overhaul to make meaningful changes.  Dr. Joel Warsh, a leading integrative pediatrician, joins me and breaks it all down: the small shifts that can rebuild our children's resilience, from reading ingredient labels to prioritizing family time over screen time. If you’ve ever felt paralyzed by all the conflicting wellness advice out there, this conversation will give you a clear starting point.  It’s not about perfection—it’s about creating a home environment that supports real health and connection. Tune in to learn how a few mindful changes can set your family up for long-term vitality and peace of mind. We Also Discuss: (00:00) Connecting Wellness Practices and Healthy Living (06:07) Addressing Childhood Health Epidemics (17:05) Understanding Children's Health and Nutrition (37:45) Revolutionizing Kids' Health Through Nutrition (43:52) Prioritizing Health Through Food Choices (56:54) Emphasizing Children's Mental and Physical Health (01:05:37) Root Cause Medicine for Children (01:19:07) Navigating Vaccines and Children's Health Thank You to Our Sponsors Cymbiotika: Save 15% on all your favorite Cymbiotika products with the code MONA15 at checkout. Shop now at cymbiotika.com Fatty 15: Fatty15 is on a mission to optimize your C15:0 levels and help you live healthier, longer. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/MONA and using code MONA at checkout. IM8: Use code MONASHARMA10 to save 10% on your next order. Shop now at im8health.com    Learn more about Mona Sharma: Website: www.monasharma.com Instagram: @monasharma   Learn more about Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh Website: https://integrativepediatricsandmedicine.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/