In recent years, science has shown us that obesity is a common health condition and it really goes beyond just nutrition and physical activity or just calories and calories out. There's so much more to it. In this episode, Dr. Maheen Quadri, a pediatrician and obesity medicine specialist at Lurie Children's, shares her insights into the multifaceted nature of childhood obesity, including genetic, environmental, and behavioral factors. Dr. Quadri offers practical tips for families, shares insights on the latest research, and highlights resources for promoting healthier habits among children.

Genetic screening and testing have advanced greatly over the last few decades. Dr. Mindy Li, a medical geneticist, and Annie McRae, a physician assistant and genetic counselor from Lurie Children's discuss the evolving nature of genetics, the value of genetic counseling, and the promising future of genetic testing and therapies.

Everyone poops. And when it comes to kids in health, poop is a big deal. In this episode, Dr. Peter Osgood, a pediatric gastroenterologist at Lurie Children's and the founder of the iPoop Constipation Management Program, explains that constipation is one of the most common issues addressed in pediatrics and offers solutions to help “get things going.”