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185: Raising Holistic Kids Naturally

Release Date: 11/20/2025

Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD

Ultra-processed food isn’t just junk. It’s engineered to hijack kids’ brains, emotions, and habits. But what happens when kids themselves decide to fight back? In this powerful episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay sits down with four inspiring brothers, Abdullah, Zain, Emaad, and Qasim Ansari, known as The Holistic Kids. They are leading a wellness revolution for their generation. These young changemakers, ages 10 to 17, have ditched junk food, launched their own health podcast, and co-authored The Teen Health Revolution, a guidebook helping kids reclaim their...

184: Cain Runyan’s Story: A 10-Year-Old’s ADHD Transformation

Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD

What if your child could tell you, in their own words, what it feels like to thrive with ADHD? In this inspiring episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay sits down with 10-year-old Cain Runyan, a graduate of the ADHD Thrive Method 4 Kids, to hear his firsthand story of transformation — from daily meltdowns and dysregulation to calm, confidence, and joy. Cain shares what it was like before the program, at the age of 6, how changing his diet and learning about his body helped him feel more in control, and how he navigates social moments when others eat foods he can’t. His honesty...

183: The Toxic Truth About ADHD: How Hidden Heavy Metals Impact Kids with Dr. Wendy Myers

Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD

You can have the perfect ADHD diet, remove every allergen, and stack the best supplements… yet your child may still struggle if heavy metals are silently clogging their system. In this episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay, ADHD health practitioner and founder of the ADHD Thrive Method for Kids, welcomes Dr. Wendy Myers, naturopathic doctor, #1 bestselling author, and founder of MyersDetox.com. Known worldwide as the “detox expert,” Dr. Wendy has helped thousands of families understand the hidden dangers of heavy metals and toxins. Together, Dana and Dr. Wendy reveal how...

182: From Chaos to Calm: The Hogan Family’s ADHD Breakthrough

Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD

What if your child’s ADHD challenges weren’t a life sentence — but a signal that something deeper is going on in the body? In this deeply inspiring episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay sits down with Zac and Caitlin Hogan, two parents who went from constant chaos, meltdowns, and hopelessness to calm, connection, and confidence — all through natural strategies that got to the root of their child’s ADHD. The Hogans share the emotional highs and lows of their journey: the daily struggles that pushed them to the edge, the discovery of the ADHD Thrive Method 4 Kids, and how...

181: The Truth About Artificial Dyes and ADHD with Dr. Ana-Maria Temple

Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD

Artificial dyes are in so many of the foods marketed to children,—cereals, candies, sports drinks, and even some everyday snacks. While they may make foods look “fun,” for sensitive kids, these chemicals can trigger tantrums, mood swings, hyperactivity, brain fog, and full-on emotional chaos. In this episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay, ADHD health practitioner and founder of the ADHD Thrive Method for Kids, welcomes back Dr. Ana-Maria Temple, board-certified pediatrician, functional medicine practitioner, and author of Healthy Kids in an Unhealthy World. With over 20...

180: ADHD-Friendly Halloween Hacks with Andrea Daigle

Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD

Halloween can feel like chaos on steroids for families of children with ADHD. Sugar highs, late nights, artificial dyes, and the inevitable meltdowns can make the holiday overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be that way. In this episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay, ADHD health practitioner and founder of the ADHD Thrive Method for Kids, is joined by regular guest, expert practitioner and mom, Andrea Daigle. Together, they unpack practical, creative ways to enjoy Halloween without sacrificing your child’s health, progress, or your sanity. From managing candy swaps to...

179: Magnesium & ADHD Explained with Dana Kay

Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD

Magnesium is one of the most talked about supplements for ADHD, but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. In this episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay breaks down why magnesium matters so much for kids with ADHD, the different forms available, and how to choose the right one without making symptoms worse. Drawing from her own experience as a parent and as an ADHD health practitioner, Dana explains how magnesium supports sleep, mood, focus, and stress regulation, and why it must be paired with a strong foundation of diet and gut health. Parents will walk away with practical...

178: From ER to Empowered: A Mom’s Brave Journey to Help Her Child Thrive with ADHD

Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD

In this episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay sits down with Tiffany Azzone, a brave mom who moved her family from survival mode to sustainable progress with her son’s ADHD. Tiffany opens up about the hard parts, walking on eggshells, losing friends, school crises, and a medication rollercoaster that ultimately led to an ER visit. Her story is honest, real, and packed with the kind of hope you can only get from someone who’s lived it.Dana and Tiffany trace the turning points: stepping off the “more meds” treadmill, embracing a comprehensive natural approach, running...

177: Parenting ADHD Teens, Calmly with Ashley Gobiel

Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD

Parenting a teenager can feel like tiptoeing through a construction zone — and ADHD cranks the jackhammer. In this episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay breaks down what’s really happening in the teenage brain and why ADHD can intensify mood swings, impulsivity, and motivation slumps. This isn’t “bad behavior” or “bad parenting” — it’s a developing brain that needs different scaffolding, smarter systems, and calmer connection. Dana is joined by therapist Ashley Gobeil, who has over 15 years of experience supporting neurodiverse families. Together they unpack...

176: Music Therapy for ADHD Kids with Samantha Foote

Soaring Child: Thriving with ADHD

In this inspiring episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay sits down with Samantha Foote, a neurodivergent, board-certified music therapist, positive discipline parenting guide, and mom to three autistic children. Together, they explore how music—when used intentionally—can become one of the most powerful tools for kids with ADHD, supporting focus, emotional regulation, and connection without another pill, appointment, or battle. Samantha shares both her personal journey and professional expertise, explaining why music resonates so deeply with neurodivergent kids. From the...

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Ultra-processed food isn’t just junk. It’s engineered to hijack kids’ brains, emotions, and habits. But what happens when kids themselves decide to fight back?

In this powerful episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, host Dana Kay sits down with four inspiring brothers, Abdullah, Zain, Emaad, and Qasim Ansari, known as The Holistic Kids. They are leading a wellness revolution for their generation. These young changemakers, ages 10 to 17, have ditched junk food, launched their own health podcast, and co-authored The Teen Health Revolution, a guidebook helping kids reclaim their health, energy, and focus naturally.

From gut health and brain function to emotional balance and community leadership, this conversation reveals how small changes in food and mindset can spark massive transformation. Whether you’re a parent looking for hope or a teen ready to make a difference, this episode will remind you that true change starts young and it’s absolutely possible.

LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW

▶ The Holistic Kids Show Podcast
▶The Teen Health Revolution Book
▶The Holistic Kids Show Website
▶ADHD Thrive Institute

Connect with The Holistic Kids:

▶ Website: theholistickidsshow.com
▶ Instagram: @holistickidsshow
▶ Facebook: facebook.com/theholistickidsshow
▶ Book: theteenhealthrevolution.com
▶ Apple Podcasts: The Holistic Kids Show
▶ Spotify: The Holistic Kids Show

Key Takeaways:

[00:00] Ultra-processed food and how it hijacks children’s brains
[02:11] Meet The Holistic Kids — the brothers leading a food revolution
[04:18] The science behind junk food addiction and marketing to kids
[06:27] Navigating peer pressure and eating healthy at school
[09:17] Why eating color and real food matters for brain and body
[12:18] “You are what you eat” — microbiome explained in simple terms
[14:13] The gut-brain connection and ADHD
[17:16] The smoothie trick: how their mom made healthy food fun
[19:54] Inside The Teen Health Revolution book
[22:25] Inspiring kids everywhere to take charge of their health