Be Well by Kelly Leveque

With tech and screen time taking up most of our day, it’s crucial to implement healthy screen time habits with kids. Until now, the conversation has been focused on teenagers, but as first-generation parents navigating the digital world – and relying on iPads to get us through tantrums – it’s time we started setting healthy boundaries much earlier. Jennifer and Kay created Tech-Wise Littles to build a bridge between the 2D and 3D worlds without being fearful or obsessed with screen time minutes. From choosing the right shows to elevating the movie-night ritual, this episode will help you adopt a holistic attitude to technology and use it as an opportunity to bond with your child. You will learn about... Why the tech conversation needs to start earlier  What scientific research has to say on kids’ screen time The what, who, where, when, and why of screen time rules Picking the right shows for your kids  How to bond with your children when they’re in front of a screen  What too much tech leads to in adolescence  Resources: Instagram: @techwiselittles Website: techwiselittles.com  Purchase Raising Tech-Wise Littles Course. Use code “KELLY30OFF” for 30% off  Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Dr. Drew Ramsey is on a mission to get our brains into grow mode with mood-optimizing foods. Through Nutritional Psychiatry, he’s supporting brain and body health with inclusive information that chooses science over shaming to dial us into happy food routines. What we eat has a knock-on effect on our physical and cognitive capabilities. In this episode, we dive into revolutionary research into healing depression and anxiety through food, and share the actionable steps you can easily implement to create more joy at mealtimes. You will learn about... Understanding an eater’s reality The 12 foods for optimized mental health Nutrient-dense foods and ways to work them into your meals Short chain and long chain omega-3 fats How blood sugar affects the way we feel Creating food boundaries as a parent Resources: Website: drewramseymd.com Read: Eat to Beat Depression and Anxiety: Nourish Your Way to Better Mental Health in Six Weeks Instagram: @drewramseymd Thanks to BreadSRSLY for sponsoring this episode! Use the code “bewell” for 10% off your order of delicious, clean, and gluten-free sourdough at breadSRSLY.com Join Levels and get personalized insights to learn about your metabolic health. Skip the waitlist by going to levels.link/kellyleveque  Thank you LMNT for sponsoring this episode! Go to DrinkLMNT.com/Kelly to order a free sample pack of LMNT electrolytes. Just pay shipping (only $5 if you're in the US)! Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

If you scrolled through her Instagram page a few years ago, television host Poppy Jamie was living the dream – but on the inside, she was unraveling. After stress sent her to hospital, she re-examined her priorities, purpose, and thought processes. She decided to create an approachable and accessible platform to help people manage their wellbeing, and the Happy Not Perfect app was born. In this episode, Poppy shares her emotional backstory and rock bottom that forced her to reset her mind, body and soul. Plus: we discuss the tools you can use to diffuse triggering moments, untangle negative thought bias, and get back to the happy, not perfect state you were born to be. You will learn about... The rock bottom that forced her to reevaluate her life  The true cost of our coping strategies The Four ‘C’s: Connection, Curiosity, Choice, and Commitment The flexible mindset in practice  Manifestation to create your future  The tools that keep her in touch with her emotions  Life beyond the highlight reel Resources: Read: Happy Not Perfect: Upgrade Your Mind, Challenge Your Thoughts, and Free Yourself from Anxiety Website: happynotperfect.com Instagram: @poppyjamie Thanks to Sound Tea for sponsoring this episode! Use the code “bewell20” for 20% off sparkling water (without the sugar) at drinksound.com Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

70% of the immune system sits in the gut, but our 21st-century diet of processed food, poor sleep, and stress is reaping havoc with our gut and overall health. Gastroenterologist, neuroscientist and author, Dr. Emeran Mayer has done all the years of rigorous research for us, and the current gut climate is not looking good. Chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, are on the rise, and boosting immunity against viruses is at the forefront of everyone's mind. The solution? Tune in to hear the simple strategies that will reverse the slippery slope we're on, and build us back to better health. You will learn about... The Vagus nerve  Microbes and hormones Building resistance to infections  Chronic stress, sleep rhythm, and the gut  Sleep rhythm and gut function  Resources: Website: emeranmayer.com Read: The Gut-Immune Connection  Instagram: @emeranmayer Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Dr. Pejman Katiraei has spent years using his curious mind and expertise across allopathic and holistic medicine to explore chronic conditions such as lupus, colitis, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, memory problems, ADHD, anxiety, and IBS in profound depth. An initial consultation with him lasts 1.5 hours, and it doesn't take long to understand why! In this episode, he explains why diseases do not "just happen," and we need to get to the root of all anomalies to truly serve children and their families. We discuss the consequences of mold toxicity, Lyme, and ADHD, the limitations of testing, and the value of a parents' gut instinct that "something is not right" with their child. Plus: the exciting technological advancements that will bring his groundbreaking work to more people around the world. You will learn about... The “wholistic” approach to medicine  Limitations of testing and honoring parents’ instincts  Mold symptoms and detoxification Stress, anxiety, and ADHD in children  Lyme diagnosis and sensitive testing  Scaling his work to help more people Resources: Website: wholistickids.com + wholisticminds.com  Instagram: @wholistickids + @wholisticminds Thanks to Sound Tea for sponsoring this episode! Use the code “bewell20” for 20% off sparkling water (without the sugar) at drinksound.com Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Sitting on the couch can sometimes turn into a self-pity session where you spin out on everything going wrong in your life. Rarely do we make space to find wellness in illness, but Positive Psychiatrist, Dr. Samantha Boardman, is changing the traditional therapy conversation. We discuss the unique and accessible ways to invite vibrancy and joy in your life and why perfection isn’t a priority when aligning happiness with action. You will learn about... What it means to be a positive psychiatrist  Creating “WOOP” goals Positive psychology for children Connecting movement and nutrition with mood  Combating resistance around goals  Permission to feel “negative” emotions A typical day in the life of  Dr. Samantha Boardman Resources: Website: positiveprescription.com Instagram: @Positive_Prescription Twitter: @sambmd Read: Everyday Vitality: Turning Stress Into Strength  Use my invitation to jump the waiting list for a Levels CGM: levels.link/kelly Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

If you could find a diet that didn’t make you or your family feel hungry or “hangry,” why wouldn’t you choose it?Adult internist,  pediatrician, and founder of Well-Being, Dr. Allison Hull, lifts the lid on real ketogenic nutrition that empowers our bodies and minds to make the right food decisions without feeling like we’re making sacrifices. Her comprehensive 12-week program re-routes our relationship with food, hunger, and feelings through cognitive behavioral therapy training and CGM biofeedback. We delve into sustainable weight loss, the causes of fatty liver disease, and the cerebral benefits of fitness and debunk myths around keto eating so you can create the healthy food foundations that will serve for generations to come.You will learn about... Route to blood sugar balance Current behavior study and results  Fatty liver disease causes  The benefits of biofeedback  Understanding gluconeogenesis The importance of diet variability   Inside her 12 week program  Debunking Keto diet myths The battle with gluten   Food conversations with children and plant-based eating Resources: Website: yourwellbeingtribe.com Instagram:@drallisonhull Listeners can use the code KellyL100 to receive $100 off Dr. Hull’s upcoming 12 week health program which begins on September 21! Go to yourwellbeingtribe.com to sign up!  Read: Tribe by Sebastian Junger Thank you LMNT for sponsoring this episode! Go to DrinkLMNT.com/Kelly to order a free sample pack of LMNT electrolytes. Just pay shipping (only $5 if you're in the US)! Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Leading holistic child psychologist, bestselling author, and mom of four, Dr. Nicole Beurkens, brings a holistic approach to the world of children's mental and body health with effective, research-based strategies that get to the root cause.America's children are battling more behavioral issues than ever before. Parents are on edge and so are their kids. And tech, lack of sleep, and the pandemic haven't helped things get easier, so how do we fix it?The good news is it's not your – or your kid's fault. Band-aid strategies aren't going to work without examining the body and mind holistically, and that means creating a treatment framework from a physiological standpoint, supporting behavior through nutrition, and getting their tech hygiene (and yours) in check. Tune in to learn more! You will learn about... Her journey to holistic psychology  Examining behavior through physiology How to co regulate your child’s behavior  Nutrition 101 Chronic illness and behavior issues Why tech and sleep hygiene is so important  Resources: Website: drbeurkens.com Podcast: The Better Behaviour Show  Instagram: @drnicolebeurkens Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Dr. Cindy Hovington gives parenting advice backed by science on her wonderful blog, The Curious Neuron, which helps parents create a safe container for their young children to thrive. Conscious parenting is often easier said than done, especially when your kid is learning to express themselves vocally. Taking emotional cues from tears and fighting is hard, but Cindy breaks down the different ways to navigate the tantrums, time outs and use them as opportunities to emotionally regulate.It’s not all about damage control. You’ll also learn how to help your child’s imagination run free through simple play (over expensive toys) and downtime and prepare them for big transitions such as school or a future sibling. You will learn about... Dealing with children's emotions  How to show up for your child in every environment  Asking for help and the importance of self care  Building social-emotional skills  Supporting your child’s development through (risky) play  Dealing with parental judgement with other parents  Healthy screen time in the home Getting kids ready for big changes  Resources: Website: curiousneuron.com Podcast: The Curious Neuron Instagram: @curious_neuron Thank you to our sponsor, IIN. Access a free sample class and learn how you can save 30% on tuition, visit integrativenutrition.com/bewell. Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.

Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus have transformed the lives of over 20 million people by helping declutter their homes and strive for a more meaningful existence through their brand, “The Minimalists.”In this episode, we explore how to make room for the essential elements in your life by being intentional with your purchasing power and evaluating your checklist of the things you need in your life, from throwing a packing party of all your belongings and clearing out those dusty junk drawers, to creating that extra step of resistance between you and the supposed objects of desire stored on that online shopping cart. After listening, you’ll learn more about your relationship to everything around you and why walking away from the things that don’t serve you – be it an object or a relationship – is much easier than you realize. You will learn about... Emotional decluttering and creating space in your life Buying with intention  Getting rid of the “just in case” items The packing party  Establishing your values Transforming your relationships to finances  Resources: Website: theminimalists.com Read: Love People, Use Things: Because the Opposite Never Works Thank you LMNT for sponsoring this episode! Go to DrinkLMNT.com/Kelly to order a free sample pack of LMNT electrolytes. Just pay shipping (only $5 if you're in the US)! Join Levels and get personalized insights to learn about your metabolic health. Skip the waitlist by going to levels.link/kellyleveque  Connect with Kelly: kellyleveque.com Instagram: @bewellbykelly Facebook: www.facebook.com/bewellbykelly Be Well By Kelly is a production of Crate MediaMentioned in this episode:BWBK Protein Powder | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at bewellbykelly.com.