How Junk Food Programs Your Child's Brain for Life

The FIRST 7 YEARS: How to Program Your Child's Brain to Reject Junk Food Children's taste receptors and brain centers are programmed in the first seven years of life. Feed them real, whole foods during this critical window, and their bodies will naturally reject processed junk food later. Our pediatric expert shares fascinating research from his clinical practice showing how "real food raised babies" develop a natural aversion to processed foods, calling them "yucky tummy" foods because their gut-brain connection wasn't conditioned to accept artificial ingredients. Learn the "naughty list" of ingredients to avoid and discover why kids as young as six can understand the concept of how junk food blocks their body's natural pharmacy. DISCLAIMER: The information provided in The First Seven Years is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your pediatrician or other health care professional. Always consult with your doctor for any medical concerns or health conditions. The views expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the original or official policy of The First Seven Years.