175 The Link Between Gut Health and Learning – with Julie Matthews
Mar 27, 2025
Food impacts brain health, learning and behavior! Are you surprised?
In this episode, I chat with Julie Matthews, a nutrition expert and mentor I’ve learned from, about how food impacts learning, behavior, and focus—especially for kids with autism.
We break down picky eating, gut health, and why simple nutrition changes can make a big difference. Julie shares practical tips parents can start using right away.
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Can food really help kids focus and learn?
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Are artificial additives making things worse?
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What’s the link between gut health and brain function?
Julie also introduces her upcoming book, The Personalized Autism Nutrition Plan, which empowers parents to create tailored nutrition strategies for their children.
- Follow Julie: @bioindividualnutrition
- Connect with me: @drvaishsarathy
- Get my easy 6 step picky eating cheat sheet here
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Disclaimer: The information in this Podcast is for educational purposes only. Vaishnavi Sarathy, Ph.D. is an educator, not a doctor, specifically not your child’s doctor. Please consult your physician before implementing any supplement or diet recommendations.
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