What if three-hour daily meltdowns weren’t just a behavior issue, but a gut-brain cry for help? In this episode of Go With Your Gut, I sit down with Laura, a full-time working mom, to talk about her 11-year-old daughter’s explosive rage episodes, ADHD diagnosis, and the heartbreaking realization that both traditional talk therapy and occupational therapy still weren’t reaching the root of the problem. When the next recommendation was an anti-psychotic medication, Laura felt a deep pull to explore further—and that led her to a Functional Nutrition approach that finally made sense. We walk through how ultra-processed school lunches, sugary drinks, and constant stress were impacting her daughter’s microbiome and capacity for self-regulation, and how targeted testing revealed yeast overgrowth and crucial nutrient needs. Together, we explore the tiny, doable shifts—cutting sugary drinks, adding fruits and vegetables to every meal, choosing cleaner versions of familiar kid foods, and supporting her body with key supplements—that led to a dramatic reduction in outbursts in just three months. Because when families understand how food shapes mood, small steps at the table can become a turning point for confidence, connection, and hope.

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