02/20/2026
As a parent, this one hits different.
Processed sugar isnât just about cavities or hyperactivity. Research has shown that high sugar intake can temporarily suppress parts of the immune response â which means when your childâs body needs to fight something off, it may not be operating at full strength.
And itâs not just candy. Itâs the hidden sugars in juice, cereal, flavored yogurt, soda, packaged snacks⌠the stuff marketed directly to kids.
Iâm not saying never. Iâm saying be aware.
Real food builds resilient kids.
⢠Fresh fruit instead of fruit drinks
⢠Grass-fed meats instead of processed nuggets
⢠Mineral-rich salt instead of ultra-refined table salt
⢠Whole, organic ingredients whenever possible
Their bodies are still developing. What we feed them daily becomes their foundation for life â¤ď¸
Whatâs one swap youâve made in your home that made a difference? Share it below, other parents might need the idea.