365: Breaking the Sugar Habit: Truth-Bombs on Childhood Obesity | Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh

On this episode of the Ancient Health Podcast Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh joins Doctor Motley to discuss his advocacy work on behalf of children growing up in an unhealthy food industry. Doctor Warsh is an integrative pediatrician with valuable information about pressing issues surrounding children’s health, particularly childhood obesity and the rise of chronic diseases. The conversation explores the alarming statistics regarding childhood obesity, the role of processed foods, and the need for parents to be vigilant about what they feed their children. Dr. Warsh also discusses the connection between diet and mental health, urging a shift towards preventative care and lifestyle changes.   Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe! Follow Dr. Chris Motley Instagram Follow Dr. Joel Warsh Instagram Order Dr. Warsh’s Book: Parenting at Your Child’s Pace ------  Show Notes:  00:00 Introduction to Integrative Pediatric Care 01:52 The Shift Towards Integrative Medicine 05:00 Childhood Obesity Crisis 09:49 The Role of Diet in Children's Health 14:52 Corporate Influence on Food Quality 19:54 Identifying Food-Related Health Issues 25:09 The Connection Between Diet and Mental Health 28:20 The Role of Medication in Health 29:46 Screen Time and Sedentary Lifestyles in Children 32:13 Empowering Parents to Make Healthier Choices 34:06 Prioritizing Health in Family Dynamics 37:27 The Importance of Hydration 40:09 The Impact of Preservatives and Processed Foods 42:08 Quality of Food and Its Effects on Health 45:43 The Need for Local and Sustainable Food Sources 51:20 Growing Momentum for Health Awareness 54:36 Stories of Change and Hope in Health ------  Links:  * For 33% off your order of Mitopure, head to Timeline.com/DRMOTLEY33 and use code DRMOTLEY33! * Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Are you a health coach looking for more valuable resources and wisdom? Join his membership for courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! Join here: doctormotley.com/membership ------  DISCLAIMER Please remember that the information shared in this podcast is for education purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice.   No doctor-patient relationship is formed through this podcast, and the use of information here or materials linked from this podcast is at your own risk.   The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your health regimen, and do not disregard or delay seeking medical advice for any condition you may have. Our content may include sponsorship and affiliate links, through which we earn a small commission on sales made through those links.