Welcome to "When Millennials Become Moms," covering all aspects of parenting, pregnancy, postpartum care, nutrition, and non-toxic living. Dr. Natasha Beck, also known as Dr. Organic Mommy, is a public health and parenting expert. She founded Dr. Organic Mommy to assist every parent in making healthy decisions for themselves and their families.
During her early career in clinics, she observed the significant impact of diet on children's health. Her determination grew when her first child was hospitalized for 29 days, fueling her frustration with marketing schemes and the lack of regulation and transparency in the consumer product industry. Implementing non-toxic changes in her life, she began educating others about her journey. She continues her research and exploration with "When Millennials Become Moms." Along with her co-host and Dr. Organic Mommy co-founder Emily Raiber, they engage with leading experts, share personal struggles, and navigate the vast amount of information available. They aim to simplify the complexities of modern motherhood, which is very different from the era when baby boomers were raising children.
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Welcome to "When Millennials Become Moms," covering all aspects of parenting, pregnancy, postpartum care, nutrition, and non-toxic living. Dr. Natasha Beck, also known as Dr. Organic Mommy, is a public health and parenting expert. She founded Dr. Organic Mommy to assist every parent in making healthy decisions for themselves and their families.
During her early career in clinics, she observed the significant impact of diet on children's health. Her determination grew when her first child was hospitalized for 29 days, fueling her frustration with marketing schemes and the lack of regulation and transparency in the consumer product industry. Implementing non-toxic changes in her life, she began educating others about her journey. She continues her research and exploration with "When Millennials Become Moms." Along with her co-host and Dr. Organic Mommy co-founder Emily Raiber, they engage with leading experts, share personal struggles, and navigate the vast amount of information available. They aim to simplify the complexities of modern motherhood, which is very different from the era when baby boomers were raising children.
Beyond Bland: Why Kids (and Adults) Need Spices in Their Diet
When Millennials Become Moms
34 minutes
8 months ago
Beyond Bland: Why Kids (and Adults) Need Spices in Their Diet
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of spices with Kanchan Koya, scientist, wellness expert, and author of Spice Spice Baby. Known as Chief Spice Mama on Instagram, Kanchan shares the science-backed benefits of spices and how they can transform our health.
We discuss why introducing spices early in a child’s life is essential, the best spices for boosting immunity, and whether common concerns—like lead contamination—are valid. Kanchan also debunks the myth that babies should only eat bland food and reveals her top five spices for gut health.
For those with digestive issues like IBS, we explore whether certain spices should be avoided. Plus, we break down the fascinating link between spices and mental health, the many benefits of cinnamon, and how spices can support weight loss.
Finally, Kanchan shares practical tips for incorporating spices into everyday meals, making it easy to unlock their powerful health benefits. Whether you’re a spice enthusiast or just starting to experiment in the kitchen, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!
2:30 – The science behind spices
3:20 – Why it’s important to introduce spices early in a child’s life
5:15 – Spices for a healthy immune system
7:00 – Debunking the myth that babies should only eat bland food
8:45 – Concerns about lead in spices
11:51 – What brands of spices do you trust and use?
12:44 – Top 5 spices for gut health
16:00 – Should you avoid spices if you have IBS?
19:48 – The connection between spices and mental health
22:00 – Everything you need to know about cinnamon
25:00 – Spices and weight loss
27:00 – Easy ways to incorporate spices into everyday meals
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When Millennials Become Moms
Welcome to "When Millennials Become Moms," covering all aspects of parenting, pregnancy, postpartum care, nutrition, and non-toxic living. Dr. Natasha Beck, also known as Dr. Organic Mommy, is a public health and parenting expert. She founded Dr. Organic Mommy to assist every parent in making healthy decisions for themselves and their families.
During her early career in clinics, she observed the significant impact of diet on children's health. Her determination grew when her first child was hospitalized for 29 days, fueling her frustration with marketing schemes and the lack of regulation and transparency in the consumer product industry. Implementing non-toxic changes in her life, she began educating others about her journey. She continues her research and exploration with "When Millennials Become Moms." Along with her co-host and Dr. Organic Mommy co-founder Emily Raiber, they engage with leading experts, share personal struggles, and navigate the vast amount of information available. They aim to simplify the complexities of modern motherhood, which is very different from the era when baby boomers were raising children.
