1KHO 891: When Did Every Childhood Activity Start Coming With a Treat? | Kelly Leveque, Body Love

The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast · Aug 17, 2026 · 58m

What if one of the most common ways we reward kids is actually working against their energy, mood, and ability to learn? Ginny sits down with nutritionist and bestselling author Kelly LeVeque to unpack what happens inside a child’s body after a blood sugar spike—and why the constant stream of juice boxes, candy, sports snacks, classroom treats, and sugary rewards may matter more than we realize. Kelly explains blood sugar in refreshingly simple terms and shares how protein, fat, fiber, and whole-food carbohydrates can help kids stay more energized and regulated throughout the day.

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