14. When your kids crave junk. Why it happens and how to get them off the junk food train

In this podcast episode, Georgia and Jane delve into why children are naturally drawn to junk and processed foods, particularly sugar-laden treats. They explain how the human brain's reward system, designed to ensure survival, is hijacked by processed foods that release dopamine, making kids crave these foods more. Learn how to transition kids to whole foods gradually, to help with all the negative health issues that accompany processed diets. Key Takeaways: Learn the biological drive that ha...

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We all want to raise healthy, emotionally resilient, food-adventurous kids, but what does that actually look like and how do we do it? This podcast is a place for deep conversations and practical guidance about what it takes to raise well nourished kids, in every sense of the word. We tackle all the big topics from setting boundaries and creating healthy eating habits to instilling a good food culture in your household and fostering body positivity. There’s a lot of information out there, much of it contradictory and confusing. This leaves parents overwhelmed and anxious about the ‘right’ thing to do when it comes to their child’s health and wellbeing. It’s time to reimagine a way to parent in this modern world that supports health, connection and the relational wellbeing of our families and precious children. Every week we’ll bring you a new episode that draws on our combined 40 years of knowledge and experience in the fields of child psychology, behaviour and nutrition, as well as our own personal journey’s of raising healthy, thriving teenagers, in the hopes of bringing you some much needed clarity along with simple, proven strategies to help you raise well nourished kids. We’re here to support you to support your young people in developing healthy eating habits and positive relationships with and through food.