Welcome to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast with Dr. Kerry Reller! This week, I’m joined by Jamie Basak, a registered dietitian, SOS-trained feeding therapist, and pediatric detox specialist based in Lutz, FL. In this episode, Jamie shares her personal and professional journey into helping children with ADHD, behavioral issues, and picky eating—starting with her own kids.

We explore how gut health impacts brain function, signs of mold and metal toxicity in kids, and how nutrition can be a powerful tool for improving focus, behavior, and emotional regulation. Jamie explains her Little Neuro Ninjas program, including how she supports detox pathways and empowers parents to make gradual but lasting changes.

Whether you're a parent navigating ADHD or a provider looking to understand holistic options, this episode is packed with insight and hope.

00:00 – Intro to Jamie Basak and her story
01:41 – How Jamie’s kids inspired her practice shift
04:54 – Signs of mold and heavy metal toxicity in children
05:28 – Gut-brain connection and ADHD
07:30 – Overlooked digestive symptoms in kids with ADHD
08:41 – How parents often feel alone and unheard
10:16 – Sleep, sugar, and red dye—how to spot what’s triggering symptoms
12:45 – Key nutrients for brain health and focus
15:18 – Creative tips to get kids to eat more protein and fiber
19:40 – What detox means for kids with neurodivergence
23:47 – Success story: picky eater to 40+ foods

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