In this episode, Dr. Blair Rolnick discusses the impact of diet on the sleep of children and adolescents. She explains the differences between processed foods and whole foods, emphasizing the trend towards processed diets, particularly among young people. Dr. Rolnick presents research findings showing that consuming ultra-processed foods can lead to worse sleep outcomes, potentially linked to anxiety-induced sleep problems in adolescents. On the other hand, moving towards a whole food, plant-based diet has shown positive effects on sleep and behavior. She recommends focusing on three home-cooked, whole food-based meals a day to potentially improve sleep patterns. Dr. Rolnick urges parents to be mindful of their child's diet and observe any positive changes in sleep after making dietary adjustments. The episode concludes by encouraging listeners to share their experiences and results with dietary changes to help other parents. Study - Daily intake of soft drinks is associated with symptoms of anxiety and depression in Chinese adolescents: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/public-health-nutrition/article/daily-intake-of-soft-drinks-is-associated-with-symptoms-of-anxiety-and-depression-in-chinese-adolescents/021F39C973A63A107D20ED4670E52FF7   This episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6cntZ31ptOE  This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always seek medical advice from a qualified physician. For Dr. Rolnick's practice and more content, visit: https://beekindpediatrics.com/       

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