Dangers of Antibiotic Overuse in Kids + How They Damage The Gut and Mental Health with Dr. Elisa Song

Raising healthy, resilient kids in today's world? It’s no easy task, especially when antibiotics are prescribed for every other ailment. But Dr. Elisa Song is here to change the game. As a Stanford-trained integrative pediatrician, she’s on a mission to help parents protect their children's gut microbiomes and overall health by avoiding unnecessary antibiotics.

In this episode, Dr. Song shares the must-ask questions before giving your child antibiotics, the hidden dangers behind disrupted microbiomes, and how to safeguard your child’s health naturally. Armed with knowledge from her book Healthy Kids, Happy Kids, Dr. Song offers practical advice on everything from probiotics and diet to vagus nerve engagement—all designed to support the gut and help your kids thrive in a toxic world.

Tune in to discover how you can take a proactive, holistic approach to your child’s health.

“Our kids really are in crisis—from a physical health standpoint, immune standpoint, and mental health standpoint.” ~ Dr. Elisa Song

In This Episode:

- Dr. Song’s journey in integrative pediatrics

- The crisis in children’s health

- Glyphosate and its impact on children's health

- Antibiotic crisis: overuse, resistance, and long-term consequences

- What happens after you take an antibiotic?

- How to support your child's gut after antibiotics

- Probiotic gummies: are they really beneficial?

- Added sugars and mental health concerns

- Reading food labels and making informed choices

- Natural alternatives to antibiotics

- Dr. Song's book: "Healthy Kids, Happy Kids"

- Where to find Dr. Song and learn more

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About Dr. Elisa Song:

Dr. Elisa Song is a Stanford, NYU, and UCSF-trained integrative pediatrician, pediatric functional medicine expert, and the best-selling author of Healthy Kids, Happy Kids. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Song has helped thousands of children get to the root cause of their health concerns by blending conventional pediatrics with integrative approaches such as functional medicine, homeopathy, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and essential oils. She is the founder of the online platform Healthy Kids, Happy Kids, a holistic pediatric resource designed to empower parents and practitioners in bridging the gap between traditional and integrative care.

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