In this episode of Made for Health, Dr. Aaron Hartman welcomes Dr. Ana‑Maria Temple, a renowned holistic pediatrician, for an insightful conversation on transforming children’s health through integrative and functional medicine.

Dr. Temple shares her journey from conventional pediatrics to a whole‑child, whole‑family approach that addresses the root causes of chronic conditions like eczema, ADHD, and anxiety. Together, they explore how gut health, nutrition, and lifestyle changes can dramatically improve kids’ well‑being—often significantly reducing the need for medications.

The episode is rich with practical strategies and real‑world stories, all emphasizing the power of family‑wide commitment to clean eating—especially eliminating food dyes and processed foods—as foundational for children’s healing and long‑term resilience.

✅ Show Highlights:

• Dr. Temple’s shift from traditional pediatrics to functional medicine
• How holistic care can improve childhood conditions like eczema, ADHD & anxiety
• The foundational role of gut health in children’s emotional and physical wellness
• Why processed foods and food dyes impact mood, behavior, and development
• Transformative stories from families who’ve made the shift to whole‑food diets
• Practical strategies for parents ready to take initial steps toward lifestyle change

🎯 Some Questions We Explore:

• What does a functional medicine framework look like for pediatric care?
• Why are artificial food dyes and processed foods particularly harmful for children?
• How does gut health influence behavior, learning, and mental well-being in kids?
• What realistic steps can families take to move towards cleaner eating habits?
• How can the entire family get involved in a meaningful health shift?

💡 In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Why many chronic childhood symptoms point to root causes beyond conventional treatments
• How diet, environment, and lifestyle influence your child’s long‑term health and resilience
• Easy, sustainable ways to reduce exposure to food additives while still enjoying meals
• Why small, consistent changes can create big shifts in your child’s well-being
• How to advocate for a more nuanced, integrative approach within the pediatric care system

🌐 Resources & Links:

• Dr. Ana‑Maria Temple – Official Website: drannamariatemple.com
• Instagram – Dr. Ana‑Maria Temple: @drannamariatemple
• Dr. Aaron Hartman – Richmond Functional Medicine: richmondfunctionalmedicine.com
• YouTube – Richmond Functional Medicine: Watch Here
• LinkedIn – Dr. Aaron Hartman: Connect Here

🎧 Closing Call to Action:

👉 If you’d like to help your children thrive from a foundation of holistic, functional care, subscribe to Made for Health. Share this episode with fellow parents and caregivers, and explore Dr. Temple’s work to start building healthier habits—and resilience—for your whole family.

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