What if the key to your child’s allergies, eczema, wheezing, and mood swings isn’t another cream or inhaler, but their “first brain”—the gut? We sit down with Dr. Nelli Gluzman, a hospital-trained pediatrician who shifted to integrative, functional care after her own daughter cycled through antibiotics, steroids, and exhaustion. Her turnaround came from a few targeted changes that repaired the gut lining, rebuilt microbial diversity, and calmed systemic inflammation—and it transformed how she treats kids today.

We unpack why the gut’s one-cell-thick barrier and the microbiome shape immunity, behavior, sleep, and recovery from common colds. You’ll hear how to spot real red flags—months on meds, frequent specialist visits, mouth breathing, dark under-eye circles—and how to act without overwhelming the family. Instead of rigid protocols, Dr. Gluzman leans on small adds that move the needle: bone broth for collagen and amino acids, lactofermented fruits and vegetables for trillions of bioavailable probiotics, and smart aftercare following antibiotics to restore balance rather than hope it rebounds on its own.

We also get practical about ENT issues and airway health. For kids who drool, snore, or mouth-breathe, start with an ENT to rule out enlarged adenoids and consider airway-aware pediatric dentists for palate and tongue posture. Layer in simple supports like xylitol nasal spray and ENT-specific probiotics. When allergies or mold exposures are part of the story, use short-term relief while building long-term resilience through gut repair, micronutrient repletion, and environmental hygiene. By the end, you’ll have a clear roadmap to help your child breathe easier, sleep deeper, and bounce back faster—without chasing every new supplement or trend.

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