Childhood chronic illness is on the rise, yet many families are left without real answers or solutions. In a powerful new episode of Dr. Ed Park’s podcast, he sits down with Dr. Elisa Song, a leading integrative pediatrician, to explore how a fresh approach to children’s health is changing the conversation.
Dr. Song shares her pioneering work on the connection between gut health, vaccines, and the root causes of pediatric chronic illness. Rather than relying solely on symptom management, she emphasizes integrative strategies that support the body’s natural healing abilities. Parents will hear about practical ways to strengthen their children’s resilience, restore balance, and give kids the foundation they need to thrive.
This episode challenges conventional thinking, offering hope and a roadmap for families navigating asthma, allergies, autoimmune issues, and other chronic conditions that have become all too common in modern childhood. With Dr. Park’s thoughtful guidance and Dr. Song’s expertise, listeners gain insights into a new pediatric science—one that empowers parents to take proactive steps in safeguarding their children’s long-term health.
n Episode 22 of The Recharge Biomedical Podcast, I’m honored to host Dr. Elisa Song—UCSF-trained pediatrician, bestselling author, and founder of Healthy Kids, Happy Kids. Dr. Song’s work is helping families and practitioners rethink everything about nutrition, the microbiome, and how we approach vaccines and resilience in our kids.
What moved me most was her clarity on why nearly half of all kids now struggle with chronic illnesses—and how gut health, practical food choices, and real integrative care can change the future.
“We can’t fix pediatric chronic illness without fixing food, gut health, and the conversations around vaccines—and every family can start today.”
—Dr. Elisa Song
But this isn’t just philosophy: Dr. Song shares the science behind how postbiotics and fermented foods can build immunity, why vaccine risks need open and nuanced discussion, and the overlooked role of family meals for true resilience.
Watch/Listen to the Full Episode:
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- DrTalks: https://drtalks.com/videos/can-we-reverse-chronic-illness-in-kids/
Preview & Bonus Content
- Public teaser: 3 Questions Preview
- Full 3Q segment (unlisted): Watch here
Social Clips (shareable Shorts):
- #1 Gut Health: Environmental Toxins & Diet’s Impact
- #2 Postbiotics: Why They’re MORE Important Than Probiotics!
- #7 Holistic Pediatrics: Dr. Elisa Song on Healthy Kids
- #11 Vaccine Reactions: Understanding Myocarditis & Chest Pains
- #22 Vaccine Risks: Exploring Adverse Reactions and Public Health
- #32 Vaccine Reactions: Unveiling the Science of Adversomics
- #10 COVID’s Hidden Risks: PANS, MIS-C, and Children’s Health
- #27 COVID’s Neurological Impact: Alzheimer’s & Parkinson’s Link
- #28 Empowering Parents: Health, Education and Supplement Strategies
- #34 Why I Shifted from Vaccines: My Integrative Medicine Journey
- #4 Kimchi’s Power: Unveiling Health Secrets & Kid Friendly Recipes
- #12 FDA Removes Red Dye 30 & Fires Vaccine Advisors!
- #16 Crazy OB GYN Story: Twins Born Without Ultrasound!
