Ep. 129 | The Gut-Brain Link: Unlock the Hidden Cause of Your Child’s Anxiety with Dr. Elisa Song
In this episode, Dr. Avanti welcomes integrative pediatrician Dr. Elisa Song to discuss the mental health of children and teenagers. They explore the alarming rise in anxiety and depression among youth, emphasizing the critical role of the gut-brain connection. Dr. Elisa shares insights on the impact of the microbiome on mental well-being, the significance of resilience over static wellness, and practical tips for parents. Their conversation also highlights the importance of the vagus nerve and heart rate variability in maintaining mental health.
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Today on The Healing Catalyst:
The increasing rates of anxiety in children and teenagers
The role of the gut microbiome on mental health
The connection between early antibiotic use and increased risk of mental health issues
Building resilience in the microbiome for mental well-being
Importance of the vagus nerve and heart rate variability in stress resilience
Dietary, hydration, sleep, and activity advice for parents
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Dr. Avanti Kumar-Singh is an Ayurveda Wellness Expert on a mission to show how Ayurveda can be a health catalyst for achieving optimal wellness in modern life.
Over the two decades of her training, study, and research, Dr. Kumar-Singh has shared her expertise with Fortune 500 companies at elite undergraduate and graduate institutions and prestigious industry and medical conferences. She has been featured in the Huffington Post, goop, Thrive Global and mindbodygreen, and served as the co-lead facilitator of the Faculty Scholars Program in Integrative Healthcare at the OSHER Center for Integrative Medicine at Northwestern Medicine. Dr. Kumar-Singh is also the author of The Longevity Formula and The Health Catalyst.
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