In this compelling episode of ADHD Kids Can Thrive Podcast, host Kate Brownfield speaks with Emma Tekstra, a global health consultant, actuary, and author of How to Be a Healthy Human. Emma shares her inspiring journey of advocating for her son's health after he was diagnosed with Asperger’s and ADHD alongside other health challenges. This episode dives into Emma’s practical strategies for improving children’s health and offers hope to parents navigating similar challenges.

Emma Tekstra is an actuary turned global health consultant and author. Her passion for health advocacy began 15 years ago when her son was diagnosed with Asperger’s and ADHD. Armed with her scientific background, Emma pursued alternative approaches to improve her son’s overall health, leading to transformative outcomes. She now champions parental empowerment and proactive health strategies for children and families.

• The pivotal role of nutrition and gut health in managing ADHD and Asperger’s symptoms.
• Practical strategies for parents to advocate for their child’s health with pediatricians and specialists.
• The impact of occupational therapy, neurofeedback, and sensory interventions in holistic health plans.
• Insights on managing screen time and technology use among neurodiverse children.
• How Emma’s experience influenced her two books and her work in global health advocacy.

[00:00:00] - The Gut-Brain Connection [00:00:54] - Podcast Introduction [00:02:35] - A Life-Changing Diagnosis [00:05:00] - Connecting the Dots [00:06:35] - Partnering with Pediatricians [00:08:30] - Results from Dietary Changes [00:14:00] - Addressing Mood and Sensitivities [00:16:00] - Therapies and Interventions [00:21:30] - Managing Technology Use [00:26:45] - Teenage Rebellion and Returning to Health [00:28:30] - Writing to Empower Others [00:30:45] - Advice for Parent

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👉 Website: https://emmatekstra.com/ 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/talk2emma/ 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmatekstra/ 👉 Read her latest work: https://emmatekstra.com/books/

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