Episode 231: Is Your Child Eating Well But Still Nutrient Deficient?

<p><b>Understanding the Link Between Gut Health and Nutrient Absorption in Kids</b></p><p><b>This week on the Natural Super Kids Podcast</b>, we’re digging into a topic that’s left many parents scratching their heads: </p><p><em>“My child eats well… so why do they still have low iron or nutrient deficiencies?”</em></p><p>It’s a frustrating reality for many families — you’re doing all the “right” things with food and maybe even supplements, but those blood tests or ongoing symptoms just aren’t shifting. The truth is: <b>it’s not always about what kids eat; it’s about what they absorb.</b></p><p>In this podcast episode, we’re unpacking how gut health plays a powerful role in nutrient absorption and why deficiencies like low iron or zinc might persist <em>even in well-fed kids</em>.</p><p><b>Here&apos;s what we cover:</b></p><ul><li><b>Why good nutrition isn’t enough</b> when the gut is imbalanced or inflamed.</li><li> <b>The signs your child isn’t absorbing nutrients well</b>, even if th...