Childhood Nutrition, Gut Health & ADHD: Dr. Venita Patel on Raising Healthier Kids

In this episode of The Health Review, we’re diving into a topic that impacts every family: childhood nutrition — and why it matters more than ever.

My guest is Dr. Venita Patel, a medical doctor and qualified nutritional therapist.

She’s on a mission to help parents understand how what their children eat affects not just their growth, but their brain development, immune health, mood, and behaviour.

Together, we explore:

🧠 The rise in ADHD, autism, and behavioural issues

🦠 Why gut health in infancy is so crucial — and how it relates to allergies, eczema, and mood

🥣 Baby weaning made less stressful — and more nourishing

😩 Teenage picky eating: how to respond

🍽️ How to shift your entire household’s approach to food and create calmer, happier mealtimes

Dr. Patel offers practical tips that any parent can start using today. Whether you’re navigating toddler food battles or raising a teen with gut issues, this episode is full of insight and actionable advice.

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