Episode Description
Childhood obesity is more than calories and exercise—it’s a biological, hormonal, and psychological issue that can follow children into adulthood, impacting their health status for decades to follow, as well as potentially detracting from their overall quality of life - forever. In this episode of the Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast, host Jamie Belz, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Master Health Coach, reveals why early intervention is essential. Learn how childhood eating habits determine the number of fat cells an individual will have for life and impact their metabolism and hormone regulation, making obesity harder to overcome later in life.
Jamie explains how hidden factors—such as insulin resistance, food addiction, stress, screen time, and the Standard American Diet (SAD)—are silently contributing to this alarming health crisis.
Most importantly, Jamie empowers parents with practical, realistic steps to help their families break the generational cycle of obesity. Tune in to discover how small, intentional changes around nutrition, mindful eating, family meals, screen time management, and joyful movement can dramatically improve your child’s health trajectory
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Resources:
Foundations of Health Course - https://nutritionaltherapy.com/foundations/
Nutritional Therapy Association Practitioner Directory
“Nourishing Traditions” by Sally Fallon Morell and Mary Enig
“Nourishing Traditions Book of Baby & Child Care” by Sally Fallon Morrell, Thomas S. Cowan
The Weston A. Price Foundation
The National Health Federation
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In this podcast, we’ll explore science-based wellness, challenge common misconceptions, and share clinical pearls to help you achieve optimal health. Whether you’re curious about how to become a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner or Professional Health and Wellness Coach, or looking to grow and level up your existing practice, this show is designed for you.
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