#26 – Nutrition & Kids – A parent's perspective (Kelly LeVeque & Ben Grynol)

For parents, feeding kids a balanced diet can feel like an uphill battle. People are surrounded by fast, convenient and highly processed food items, which can make the idea of 'meal time' easier to get through. But, these short-term choices can have long term health implications – especially for children. Sign Up to Get Your Free Ultimate Guide to Glucose: ⁠https://levels.link/wnl When kids are provided with the right foundation for the way to think about food and the choices in front of them, it can be easier to start them down the right path at an early age. Kelly LeVeque – nutritionist, author, podcaster, and an investor in Levels – takes the time to set a healthy foundation for her children. And, by 'controlling the controllable' – what she chooses to expose them to – getting her kids to eat a balanced diet is part of their routine. For more info about Kelly, her content and her courses, check out: https://kellyleveque.com/ Levels helps you see how food affects your health, empowering you with the tools needed to achieve health goals and improve healthspan. Levels Members gain access to the Levels app and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), providing real-time feedback on how diet and lifestyle choices impact your metabolic health. Look for new shows every month on A Whole New Level, where we have in-depth conversations with thought leaders about metabolic health. (06:51) - Start by controlling what you can (11:17) - Set boundaries for your children's diet (13:15) - Don't hold back from adult conversations (14:30) - Practice delayed gratification (19:49) - Aim for a well-rounded food day (25:48) - You can still be a fun mom without sugar (34:03) - Rethink sandwiches as a staple (39:31) - Don't fall for marketing tactics (47:02) - Teach kids what healthy looks and feel like Transcripts & Show Notes Watch the Video – https://youtu.be/G-mt2OqjDVE