Why Children Are Getting Sicker and How We Can Help | Dr. Joel Warsh | Align Podcast #523

Dr. Joel Warsh, pediatrician, integrative medicine expert, and author, explores the root causes behind the rise in chronic illnesses among children. Learn how environmental toxins, poor diets, and overstimulation contribute to health challenges. Dr. Warsh also offers actionable tips for informed parenting, including guidance on vaccines, food sourcing, and lifestyle changes that promote wellness. OUR GUEST Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh is a Board-Certified Pediatrician in Los Angeles, California who specializes in parenting, wellness and Integrative Medicine. He is the author of the highly anticipated Parenting at Your Child’s Pace: The Integrative Pediatrician’s Guide to the First Three Years (Union Square Publishing, August 6, 2024). Born and raised in Toronto, Canada, Dr. Gator completed a Master’s Degree in Epidemiology and Community Health before earning his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson Medical College. He completed his Pediatric Residency at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles (CHLA) and has worked in private practice in Beverly Hills before founding his current practice, Integrative Pediatrics and Medicine in Studio City, CA, in 2018. Dr. Gator has published research in peer-reviewed journals on topics including childhood injuries, obesity and physical activity. DR. JOEL WARSH 📸 IG ▶ https://instagram.com/drjoelgator/ 🌐 WEBSITE ▶ https://integrativepediatricsandmedicine.com/ 📚 BOOK ▶ https://parentingatyourchildspace.com/ AARON ALEXANDER 📸 IG ▶ https://www.instagram.com/aaronalexander/ 🤳 TIKTOK ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@alignmethod 👉 SUBSCRIBE ▶ https://www.youtube.com/@AlignPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 🌐 WEBSITE ▶ https://www.alignpodcast.com ABOUT Aaron Alexander is a pioneering manual therapist and movement coach with over 5 years experience. He is the founder and creator of The Align Method, author of The Align Method book, and host of The Align Podcast which has ranked #1 in Nutrition on Apple Podcasts. Aaron has worked with some of the world’s greatest professional athletes, performers, and celebrities to help relieve pain, improve strength, better flexibility, and ease the mind and body. On this channel, Aaron interviews renowned experts in a range of fields focused on improving the mind and body. This mind and body podcast will teach you all that you need to know to become the healthiest version of yourself by integrating simplified ancient techniques and the foundational principles of The Align Method to strengthen your body, balance the mind, and activate healing systems in daily life. The mission? To be the best personal growth podcast about healthy habits, redefine functional movement, and make fitness who you are; not what you do. TOPICS 1. Chronic illness in children 2. Childhood obesity 3. Diabetes in children 5. Children’s mental health 6. Gut health and antibiotics 7. Parenting advice SPONSORS Experience 100% vaccine-free chicken and pork from Primal Pastures—order today at www.primalpastures.com and use code ALIGN to save 10% on pasture-raised meats delivered right to your door! – Get 10% off on your order. Go to LEELAQ.COM/ALIGN – Relax, recharge, and rejuvenate with red light therapy from the comfort of your home! Visit Mito Red Light and use code ALIGN to enjoy 5% off sitewide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices