Dr. Pejman Katiraei on Neurodevelopment Disorders in Children: Rational Wellness Podcast 442

View the Show Notes For This Episode Dr. Pejman Katiraei discusses Neurodevelopment Disorders in Children with Dr. Ben Weitz.   [If you enjoy this podcast, please give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, so more people will find The Rational Wellness Podcast. Also check out the video version on my WeitzChiro YouTube page.]    Podcast Highlights Uncovering the Root Causes of Pediatric Neurodevelopmental Disorders with Dr. Pejman Katiraei   In this episode of the Rational Wellness Podcast, Dr. Ben Weitz interviews Dr. Pejman Katiraei, a board-certified pediatrician and integrative functional medicine expert. They discuss the increasing prevalence of neurodevelopmental disorders in children, such as autism and sensory dysregulation, and explore the interconnected systems contributing to these conditions, including gut health, immune imbalances, and environmental toxins like mold. Dr. Katiraei (Dr. K) explains how he evaluates and treats children using a systems biology approach and highlights the importance of addressing environmental factors to improve quality of life. The episode provides insights into specific tests, detox strategies, and the role of microglia and mitochondrial health in managing these disorders.   00:00 Introduction to Rational Wellness Podcast 00:29 Meet Dr. Pejman Katiraei: Pediatrician and Functional Medicine Expert 00:53 Understanding Neurodevelopmental Disorders in Children 02:50 The Role of Mitochondria, Immune System, and Gut Health 06:06 Environmental Toxins and Their Impact on Children's Health 11:20 Microglia and Neuroplasticity: The Brain's Immune Protectors 16:43 Early Signs of Neuroinflammation in Infants 25:20 The Connection Between Gut Health and Neurodevelopmental Disorders 29:41 Energy Efficient Homes and Mold Issues 30:05 Building Standards and Mold Problems 30:36 Health Impacts on Children 31:01 Alternatives to Drywall 31:41 Environmental Standards and Mold Testing 32:42 Impact of Climate Change on Mold 33:25 Testing for Mold Exposure 34:36 Case Studies and Clinical Suspicion 44:08 Effective Detox Strategies 53:47 Conclusion and Resources     Dr. Pejman Katiraei is an Integrative Pediatrician and his Santa Monica practice is called Wholistic Kids and Families.  He got his undergraduate degree from UCLA and he obtained his osteopathic medical degree from Western University and completed a pediatric residency at Loma Linda University and he has also completed two fellowships in integrative medicine. Dr. Ben Weitz is available for Functional Nutrition consultations specializing in Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders like IBS/SIBO and Reflux and also Cardiometabolic Risk Factors like elevated lipids, high blood sugar, and high blood pressure.  Dr. Weitz has also successfully helped many patients with managing their weight and improving their athletic performance, as well as sports chiropractic work by calling his Santa Monica office 310-395-3111.