The Best of Brain Development
July 7, 2022
Jill Castle reviews the latest science on child brain development, including new and emerging nutrients, like polar lipids.
The human brain is an incredible thing. It can adapt and change in response to the environment, and this is especially true during childhood. Research shows that the first 1000 days of life are critical in brain development. It’s the time when the brain is growing and making connections at a rapid pace.
Children must have a stimulating environment during this time to promote healthy brain development. Several things can impact children’s brain development, including nutrition, sleep, and exposure to stimulating activities.
In this third episode of The Best of Summer, I discuss the importance of brain development in children and the latest scientific updates on nutrition. I also recap past episodes related to brain development and talk about what we can do to ensure that all children have the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Download my FREE resource How to Nourish a Healthy Child! This checklist is designed to give you a clear path and the steps you need to take to raise a nourished child, inside and out.
What You’ll Learn About The Best of Brain Development
- The critical role of nutrition in supporting healthy brain development in children
- Paying attention to the fat in your child’s overall diet
- The crucial role of iron, zinc, iodine, and other nutrients in your child’s brain development
- Establishing a solid foundation for physical and emotional growth in the first five years
- Why children need a well-rounded diet to grow and develop
- Feeding approaches and societal feeding trends
Listen to the Show:
Resources:
Featured in this Show:
- Subscribe to this show
- Follow me on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn
- Subscribe to my YouTube channel and see the latest videos
- TNC 78: Brain Development in Early Childhood with Dr. Bob Murray
- TNC 95: The Toddler Brain with Dr. Lara Jana
- TNC 158: Iron in Children with Dr. Michael Georgieff
- Sign up for The Munch Weekly Newsletter
- The Shop on The Nourished Child
Enjoy the Show?
- Don’t miss an episode – follow on Spotify and subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher or RSS
- Leave us a review in Apple Podcasts.
- Join the conversation by leaving a comment below!
Jill Castle, MS, RD
I like empowering parents to help their children and teens thrive at every size with realistic advice centered on healthful habits around food, feeding, nutrition and health behaviors. As a pediatric dietitian and author, my goal is to share strategies and realistic advice to help you raise a healthy and happy child through my articles and podcast.