Episodes

  • Building Strong Bones Starts Now: Why Your Teen Years Are the Most Critical Time for Bone Health
    May 15 2026

    Timestamps :

    00:00 — Intro – Welcome to The Holistic Kids Show

    00:20 — Why Bone Health Matters for Teens

    00:50 — Meet Dr. Doug Lucas – His Background & Mission

    02:55 — From Ballet Dancer to Orthopedic Surgeon

    05:55 — Why Teen Years Are Critical for Bone Health

    06:45 — Sedentary Lifestyles & Screen Time Are Hurting Kids' Bones

    08:12 — Can Kids Actually Build Stronger Bones?

    09:22 — "Genetics Load the Gun, We Pull the Trigger"

    10:03 — Best Exercises for Building Strong Bones

    10:55 — Diet & Nutrition – Protein & Whole Foods for Bones

    11:43 — Is Dairy Really Necessary for Strong Bones?

    14:39 — The #1 Bone-Building Food: Sardines with Bones

    15:31 — Does Screen Time Impact Bone Development?

    17:05 — What Happens If Kids Don't Build Strong Bones Early

    17:46 — The Bone Density "Roller Coaster" Explained

    19:08 — Warning Signs Parents Should Watch For

    21:01 — The #1 Habit Every Kid Should Start Today

    21:53 — Final Advice for Teens from Dr. Doug

    24:43 — Where to Find Dr. Doug Lucas & His Resources

    Most of us don't think about our bones — until something breaks. But did you know that your teenage years are the single most important time to build bone density that will last a lifetime?

    In this episode of The Holistic Kids Show, Zane, Iman, and Kasim sit down with Dr. Doug Lucas — double board-certified physician in orthopedic surgery and anti-aging & regenerative medicine, and one of the world's leading experts on osteoporosis reversal and bone health. Dr. Doug shares his fascinating journey from professional ballet dancer to orthopedic surgeon to pioneering preventive medicine — and why he believes bone health is one of the most overlooked biomarkers of long-term health for young people today.

    In this episode, you'll learn:

    • Why your teen years determine your bone health as an adult

    • How bones respond to activity just like muscles do — and what that means for you

    • The truth about milk, calcium, and dairy for bone strength

    • Why ultra-processed foods are quietly harming your skeletal development

    • The surprising #1 thing every kid should do right now for stronger bones

    • What happens when kids don't build strong bones early — and why it's hard to fix later

    • Early warning signs parents should watch for

    • Why screen time is indirectly one of the biggest threats to bone health

    Whether you're a kid, a teen, or a parent, this episode will change the way you think about bones — and motivate you to take simple, powerful steps today.

    🎙️ Guest: Dr. Doug Lucas | Osteo Collective | The Dr. Doug Show | Health 3.0 Podcast

    📲 Follow Dr. Doug: @dr.doug_lucas 🌐 Learn more: OsteoCollective.com | LifeMD.com

    The Holistic Kids Show — where kids are empowering kids to take charge of their health from the inside out.

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    Learn more about Dr. Madiha Saeed at https://holisticmommd.com, or follow her on social media @HolisticMomMD

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    29 mins
  • Breaking Free from Big Tech: Catherine Price on Reclaiming Your Life from Screens
    May 8 2026

    Timestamps :

    0:00 — Intro & Welcome

    1:04 — Introducing Catherine Price

    2:43 — Catherine's Origin Story

    4:43 — Why She Wrote The Amazing Generation

    8:05 — How Screen Time Harms Kids' Mental Health

    8:50 — The Shocking Screen Time Stats

    10:31 — You're Making Money for Big Tech

    12:05 — Do Kids Feel Better Off Screens?

    13:54 — Big Tech vs. The Tobacco Industry

    18:37 — The Power of Nature & Real-World Play

    20:40 — How to Take Back Control Without Feeling Left Out

    25:56 — Shocking Poll: Teens Regret Social Media

    31:17 — Where to Find Catherine Price

    31:43 — Protect Your Developing Brain

    32:58 — Episode Recap & Key Takeaways

    Did you know the average teen spends 5–7 hours a day on screens — the same as a full-time job? In this eye-opening episode, your hosts sit down with NYT bestselling author Catherine Price (The Amazing Generation, How to Break Up With Your Phone) to expose how Big Tech companies deliberately engineer apps to keep kids hooked — and what teens can do to fight back.

    Catherine breaks down why even Silicon Valley CEOs ban their own kids from the platforms they build, how screen addiction compares to the tobacco industry, and simple steps teens can take to reclaim their time, their friendships, and their brains.

    If you're ready to scroll less and live more — this one's for you.

    📖 The Amazing Generation — available now 🌐 katherineprice.com


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    36 mins
  • 232. Eat to Thrive: Dr. Joel Fuhrman on Nutrition, G-BOMBS, and Growing Up Healthy
    May 1 2026

    Timestamps :

    0:00 - Intro & Welcome to The Holistic Kid Show

    2:03 - Dr. Fuhrman's origin story — from figure skating to nutrition medicine

    4:55 - What does true health look like for kids & teens?

    8:57 - Introducing G-BOMBS — the 6 most powerful disease-fighting foods

    13:08 - Plant protein vs. animal protein — the secret to longevity & athletic performance

    15:30 - Tips for picky eaters — how to introduce healthy foods gradually

    17:30 - Making healthy food delicious — ice cream, cakes & creative recipes

    24:52 - Warning signs your child's diet needs a change

    25:45 - Food addiction explained — glycemic load, lipid load & ultra-processed foods

    29:35 - #1 action step: demand a family nutrition meeting

    30:23 - Start today — sprouting at home, salads & weekly family soup

    32:13 - Where to find Dr. Fuhrman & Dr. Kara online

    33:49 - Episode recap & key takeaway

    What should teens actually be eating? In this episode of The Holistic Kid Show, hosts Zan and Ima sit down with world-renowned nutrition expert Dr. Joel Fuhrman, MD — 7x New York Times bestselling author and board-certified family physician — and his daughter Dr. Kara Fuhrman to break down the science of teen nutrition in a way that's real, actionable, and actually fun.

    From the powerful G-BOMBS framework (Greens, Beans, Onions, Mushrooms, Berries & Seeds) to the truth about food addiction, plant protein, acne, painful periods, and picky eaters — this episode is packed with wisdom every teen and parent needs to hear.

    In this episode, you'll learn:

    • Why what you eat as a teen has a bigger impact on your long-term health than what you eat as an adult

    • The secret to athletic performance and longevity: shifting from animal to plant protein

    • How to make healthy food actually taste amazing (yes, even ice cream!)

    • Simple steps to start eating better today — including sprouting at home and making family soup nights

    • Why acne, painful periods, and low energy are signs your diet needs a change — and how to fix it

    Whether you're a teen trying to figure out what to eat, or a parent looking to raise healthier kids, this conversation will change the way you think about food.

    🌱 Start today: Visit drfuhrman.com for recipes, courses, and masterclasses. 📱 Follow: @drcarafuhrman and @joelfuhrmanmd on Instagram. 📖 Check out: The Teen Health Revolution — available now!

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    36 mins
  • 231. Breaking Big Food: How Big Tobacco Hijacked America's Food System — With Patrick Sullivan Jr. & Ashley Leroux Sullivan
    Apr 24 2026

    Timestamps :

    0:00 - Introduction – Welcome to The Holistic Kids Show

    0:51 - Meet the Guests – Patrick Sullivan Jr. & Ashley Leroux Sullivan

    3:12 - Their Journey – How They Got Into Food Advocacy

    4:00 - Big Tobacco Bought Big Food – The 1980s Takeover

    7:36 - The Making of Breaking Big Food Documentary

    8:44 - Ashley's Mold Test & The Birth of Firefly Organic Coffee

    12:00 - Shocking Stats – Chronic Disease & America's Health Crisis

    15:02 - Patrick's Thyroid Cancer Story & the 4 Pillars of Health

    19:07 - How Kids Can Get Closer to Their Food

    23:37 - The Truth About Mold & Toxins in Coffee

    26:17 - One Change Kids Can Make Today – Ditch the Lunchables

    27:25 - Where to Find the Documentary & Key Takeaways

    What if the same companies that got America hooked on cigarettes are now controlling what's on your dinner plate?

    In this eye-opening episode of The Holistic Kids Show, hosts Zane, Emad, and Ca sit down with Patrick Sullivan Jr. and Ashley Leroux Sullivan — husband-and-wife team and executive producers of the groundbreaking documentary Breaking Big Food: How the American Food System Went Rotten, and How It's Being Revived (now streaming on Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video).

    Together, they unpack:

    🔍 How Big Tobacco bought Big Food — In the 1980s, companies like RJ Reynolds and Philip Morris purchased major food brands like Nabisco and Kraft, ultimately controlling ~40% of the American food supply by the 1990s.

    ☕ The dirty secret in your coffee cup — Why most commercial coffee is loaded with mold, mycotoxins, and glyphosate — and what to look for when choosing a clean cup.

    🏥 Patrick's thyroid cancer wake-up call — How a cancer diagnosis at 38 led the couple on a journey to understand the four pillars of health: food, stress, sleep, and movement.

    🌱 How kids can fight back — Practical steps young people can take right now, from ditching Lunchables to learning to cook and getting closer to their food.

    🐔 From documentary to farmers market — How Ashley and Patrick opened Firefly Organic Coffee & Market in Scottsdale, Arizona, and why sourcing third-party tested, organic, mold-free coffee changed everything.

    Key Stats from the Episode:

    • The US makes up 4% of the world's population but accounts for 75% of global pharmaceutical profits

    • The US currently ranks 49th in life expectancy

    • Nearly 70% of the food Americans eat is ultra-processed

    Whether you're a kid, a parent, or just someone trying to eat better in a world designed to keep you hooked — this episode is a must-listen.

    🎬 Watch Breaking Big Food on Apple TV & Amazon Prime Video 📋 Get the free "Dirty Dozen Ingredients to Avoid" cheat sheet at breakingbigfood.com

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    32 mins
  • 230. Feed Your Mind: Dr. Drew Ramsey on Food, Mood, and Teen Mental Health
    Apr 17 2026

    Timestamps:

    00:00 — Introduction & Welcome to The Holistic Kids Show

    01:53 — Meet Dr. Drew Ramsey: His Story & What Drives Him

    03:17 — How a Psychiatrist Started Incorporating Food Into Mental Health

    06:10 — The Teen Mental Health Crisis: Depression, Anxiety & Social Media

    08:30 — How Food Affects the Brain & Changes Your Mood

    10:06 — Neuroplasticity: Brain Growth, Repair & the Role of Nutrition

    11:47 — The Gut-Brain Connection & Your Microbiome

    12:45 — Foods That Help When You're Feeling Anxious or Sad

    16:21 — Prebiotics, Probiotics & Postbiotics Explained

    20:01 — Top 3 Brain Foods Every Kid Should Eat More Of

    24:11 — The #1 Lifestyle Tip: Self-Awareness & Journaling

    27:49 — Recap of Dr. Ramsey's Key Takeaways & Closing

    What if the key to better mental health was already on your plate? In this powerful episode of The Holistic Kids Show, hosts Zane, Iad, and Kassam sit down with Dr. Drew Ramsey, MD — board-certified psychiatrist, Columbia University professor, and bestselling author of Eat to Beat Depression and Anxiety and Healing the Modern Brain — to unpack the science of food and mood.

    Dr. Ramsey breaks down how everything in your brain is literally made from what you eat, and why that matters more than ever for today's teens navigating anxiety, depression, social media pressure, and ultra-processed food environments.

    In this episode, you'll learn:

    • Why nearly 3 in 4 adolescents experience depression or anxiety symptoms

    • How food directly impacts brain growth, neuroplasticity, and neuroinflammation

    • The top brain foods every kid should eat more of (hint: seafood, greens, nuts, beans & dark chocolate!)

    • What prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics actually do for your mental health

    • Why your gut microbiome is the center of your immune system — and how to feed it

    • The #1 lifestyle tip Dr. Ramsey gives every young patient

    • How to use "healthy comfort foods" when you're feeling stressed or anxious

    Whether you're a teen, a parent, or anyone curious about the gut-brain connection, this episode will change the way you think about every meal.

    Books mentioned:

    • Eat to Beat Depression and Anxiety — Dr. Drew Ramsey

    • Healing the Modern Brain — Dr. Drew Ramsey

    • The Teen Health Revolution — The Holistic Kids

    Connect with Dr. Drew Ramsey: Instagram: @drewramseymd | Website: drewramseymd.com

    The Holistic Kids Show — Educating and empowering kids from the inside out.

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    30 mins
  • 229. Skin Deep: A Teen's Guide to Acne, Sunscreen & Holistic Skin Health with Dr. Mamina Turegano
    Apr 10 2026

    Timestamps:

    00:00 — Intro & Welcome

    00:28 — Skin: Our Largest Organ

    01:28 — Meet Dr. Mamina Turegano, MD

    02:29 — What is Integrative Dermatology?

    03:59 — Dr. Mamina's Holistic Journey

    06:10 — UV Rays, Sun Damage & Skin Cancer

    11:30 — Mineral vs. Chemical Sunscreens

    13:00 — Is Sunscreen Safe? The Benzene Controversy

    14:55 — Daily Skincare Basics for Teens

    16:49 — Why Teens Get Acne

    19:13 — Diet, Sugar & Dairy's Role in Breakouts

    22:40 — Lifestyle Habits for Healthy Skin

    24:02 — Stress, Gratitude & Deep Breathing

    26:34 — Recap & Key Takeaways

    What does your skin have to do with what you eat, how you sleep, and how stressed you are? In this episode of The Holistic Kids Show, hosts Zane and Aman sit down with Dr. Mamina Turegano, MD — a triple board-certified dermatologist, internist, and dermatopathologist based in New Orleans — to talk all things teen skin.

    Dr. Mamina shares why she takes an integrative approach to dermatology, blending conventional medicine with holistic and lifestyle-based treatments. She breaks down the real science behind why so many teens struggle with acne (hint: it's not just hormones), clears up the confusion and fear around sunscreen ingredients, and explains why what you put in your body matters just as much as what you put on it.

    In this episode, you'll learn:

    What integrative dermatology is and how it differs from conventional skin care

    Why 85–95% of teens experience acne — and what's actually driving it

    The truth about sunscreen: is it toxic? Does it block vitamin D?

    The difference between mineral and chemical sunscreens

    Simple daily habits that can transform your skin (and overall health)

    Why sugar, dairy, sleep, and stress all show up on your face

    Why young teens don't need fancy Sephora products — just a cleanser, moisturizer, and SPF

    Whether you're dealing with breakouts, confused by skincare trends, or just want to understand your body better, this episode is packed with real, science-backed, and actionable advice — delivered in a way that actually makes sense for teens.

    Follow Dr. Mamina: @dr.mamina on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube & Facebook | drmamina.com

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    28 mins
  • 228. Pre-Ramadan Revival with Dr. Madiha Saeed
    Apr 2 2026

    Timestamps:

    00:14 - Welcome & Introduction

    02:32 - What is Ramadan?

    04:53 - Taqwa & Decision Making

    07:30 - The Hidden Key to Taqwa

    13:25 - Fasting & Gut Health

    14:31 - Fasting & Brain Health

    18:22 - Lifestyle Disease Crisis

    19:18 - Back to the Quran

    22:35 - The Quranic Food Prescription

    27:30 - Optimizing Your Ramadan

    30:19 - Digestive Health & Nutrition

    33:00 - Hidden Toxins in Food

    38:11 - Decreasing Food Quantity

    46:21 - Q&A Session

    48:35 - The Power of Gratitude

    54:55 - Stock Up for Success

    58:11 - Sample Suhoor Meals

    01:02:05 - Healthy Substitutions

    01:03:23 - Real Food is Fun Food

    01:07:33 - Hydration Tips

    01:11:20 - Supercharging Your Foods

    01:31:40 - Closing & Resources

    Prepare for your best Ramadan yet! Dr. Madiha Saeed, author of "The Holistic Prescription," shares a comprehensive guide to optimizing your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health during the blessed month.

    In this transformative session, discover:

    • The hidden keys to achieving taqwa (mindfulness) through nutrition

    • How fasting supercharges your brain and immune system

    • The Quranic prescription for eating tayyib (pure, wholesome foods)

    • Practical meal plans for suhoor and iftar that keep you energized

    • Simple food swaps to eliminate harmful ingredients

    • Why gratitude is essential for holistic wellness

    Dr. Saeed reveals how processed foods hijack our decision-making and prevent us from reaching our spiritual potential, while offering actionable solutions for families seeking to live according to Quranic principles.

    Whether you're looking to remove filler foods, optimize your fasting benefits, or create healthier Ramadan traditions for your family, this episode provides the roadmap to reset your health from the inside out.

    Topics covered: Intermittent fasting benefits, insulin resistance, gut health, prophetic foods, anti-inflammatory eating, organic nutrition, Ramadan meal prep, holistic Islamic medicine

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    1 hr and 34 mins
  • 227. Building Leaders: Momin Ahmed on Empowering 18,000 Students Through Model UN Academy
    Mar 27 2026

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Introduction

    00:33 - Meet Momin Ahmed, Forbes 30 Under 30

    02:19 - Getting started with Model UN in 6th grade

    03:10 - University of Chicago conference turning point

    05:16 - Writing educational guides

    06:10 - Building Model UN Academy nonprofit

    06:53 - Impact: 18,000 students, 101 countries, 104 languages

    07:45 - Fox News, Forbes & UN partnerships

    08:26 - Why age shouldn't limit leadership

    10:07 - The power of saying no

    11:36 - Overcoming imposter syndrome

    11:54 - Being the youngest at UN events

    13:32 - Advice for kids afraid to speak up

    15:19 - Biggest mistake: hiring the wrong people

    16:59 - Message to young listeners

    18:09 - Connect at modelunacademy.org

    19:15 - Episode recap

    In this inspiring episode of The Holistic Kids Show, hosts Zane, Abdula, and Iman sit down with Momin Ahmed, one of the youngest people ever named to Forbes 30 Under 30 and founder of Model UN Academy—a revolutionary platform providing free leadership education to over 18,000 students across 101 countries in 104 languages.

    Discover how a reluctant middle schooler transformed his frustration with inaccessible Model UN resources into a global movement. Momin shares his journey from typing guides on Google Docs to building a nonprofit organization featured in the Chicago Tribune and recognized by Forbes, the United Nations, and Fox News.

    In This Episode, You'll Learn:

    • Why age is NOT a limitation when it comes to making an impact

    • The power of saying "no" to stay laser-focused on your goals

    • How to overcome imposter syndrome when you're the youngest in the room

    • The importance of building the right team to amplify your impact

    • Why trying different things until you find your passion is crucial

    Featured Guest: Momin Ahmed

    • Founder, Model UN Academy

    • Forbes 30 Under 30 Honoree

    • United Nations Association Global Goals Impact Ambassador

    • Youth Service America's Everyday Young Hero Award Recipient

    Whether you're a young person looking to make a difference or a parent supporting the next generation of changemakers, this episode proves that with focus, passion, and the right people around you, anyone can change the world—one student at a time.

    Connect with Momin: modelunacademy.org

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    21 mins