Dr. Ana Maria

Dr. Ana Maria Wellness and Health tips to keep the Entire Family Energized and aspiring to Greatness!
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Most families are frustrated with the care they receive in our broken health care system. In my practice, we help families implement changes for a better way of life. My approach helps children and families achieve a better quality of life with less missed school days, less doctor visits, and less medications. Through a personalized approach, my mission is to elevate the health of the entire family, one individual at a time. I am a pediatrician specializing in children’s wellness, mother of 3, and practice what I preach. My mission is to change kids and families lives through clinical work and education.

04/12/2026

These 5 tips are absolutely applicable whether you’re on vacay or not. MiraLAX does not need to be the answer!

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04/10/2026

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- tips
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04/08/2026

Not all foods are created equal when it comes to glyphosate.

Some crops are sprayed heavily and absorb those chemicals more than others. That means what you choose to buy organic actually matters.

Here are a few big ones to pay attention to at Costco:

🌽Corn
One of the most sprayed crops. It is often genetically modified and heavily treated with pesticides. Organic corn helps reduce that toxic load.

🌾Wheat
Conventional wheat is commonly sprayed right before harvest. This can leave residues that may impact gut health and digestion. Choosing organic can make a big difference for sensitive kids.

🛢️Canola oil
Highly processed and often made from genetically modified crops. It is also unstable at high heat. Swap it for cleaner fats like avocado oil or olive oil for everyday cooking.

You do not have to do everything at once. Start with one or two changes and build from there. Your child’s body will thank you.

And if this matters to you, we are taking it beyond the kitchen.

We are marching in Washington DC on April 27th
The People Vs. Poison.
9am at the Supreme Court 🏛️

If you want safer food and a healthier future for your kids, your voice matters.

Save this to remember which foods to swap and share it with another parent who needs this reminder today. 💙

It’s not about perfect meals. It’s not about perfect days. It’s what happens most of the time that matters 💚Drop a 💚 if ...
04/02/2026

It’s not about perfect meals.
It’s not about perfect days.
It’s what happens most of the time that matters 💚
Drop a 💚 if this took some pressure off today.

03/28/2026

Most parents think vitamin D is just for immune health and bones… 🦴

But when it comes to seasonal allergies, it plays a much bigger role.

Research shows kids with lower vitamin D levels tend to have more severe allergy symptoms. That is because vitamin D helps regulate the immune system, so it does not overreact to things like pollen.

In simple terms..: Less vitamin D = a more reactive immune system

And that can mean more inflammation, more symptoms, and more struggle during allergy season.

This is why I often look at vitamin D levels in kids who deal with:
• Ongoing seasonal allergies 🤧
• Frequent congestion or sneezing
• Eczema or asthma alongside allergies

Supporting vitamin D is one small step that can make a big difference over time.

Not a quick fix… But part of a smarter, root-cause approach.

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03/25/2026

Chronic disease in kids is not “just bad luck.”

It is not normal for kids to struggle with eczema, constant colds, constipation, anxiety, or focus issues. And it is definitely not something they just have to “grow out of.”

When we look deeper, we often find root causes like gut imbalance, nutrient gaps, food triggers, and overload from toxins or stress.

Kids are incredibly resilient. You do not need to do everything at once. Start with food. Support the gut. Reduce the load.

If you have been told “everything looks normal” but your gut says otherwise, trust that instinct. You are not overreacting mama. You are paying attention and your child deserves that.

Follow for more tips to raise resilient kids on less medication.

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03/25/2026

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You don’t need to follow the crowd to raise a healthy child.

Small daily choices at home → lifelong health.

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03/21/2026

Most parents have no idea this is even a thing… That pink liquid amoxicillin your child gets?

Most likely, it contains Red 40.

Yep. The same artificial dye linked to behavior changes, hyperactivity, and sensitivities in some kids.

The same artificial dye will be phased out of food. Yet those rules don’t apply to medicine. Make it make sense. 🤔

You can ask for it WITHOUT the dye. Many compounding pharmacies can make amoxicillin without artificial colors or unnecessary additives. Same medication. Cleaner version.

You are allowed to ask questions. You are allowed to request better options. You are not being “difficult”... you are being informed.

Next time your child needs antibiotics, just ask: “Can this be dye-free or compounded without dyes?”

03/20/2026

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03/07/2026

Childhood should be full of scraped knees, messy kitchens, and big dreams. Not chronic disease.

But right now, 1 in 2 kids are on track to develop a chronic illness in their lifetime.

Asthma. Eczema. ADHD. Anxiety. Autoimmune disease.

❗️This did not happen overnight. And it will not change unless we do something different.

Small daily choices matter more than you think.
Food. Sleep. Gut health. Time outside. Less toxins. Real support for growing bodies.

You do not have to overhaul your life overnight. You just have to START.

Save this as a reminder that the little steps you take today are shaping your child’s future. 💚

Early puberty is rising. And one reason many experts are talking about is everyday chemical exposure inside our homes.Ma...
03/06/2026

Early puberty is rising. And one reason many experts are talking about is everyday chemical exposure inside our homes.

Many common household products release chemicals called xenoestrogens. 🚫 These are synthetic compounds that can mimic estrogen in the body and interfere with the endocrine system.

🙃 The tricky part is that they are everywhere. Cleaning sprays. Laundry detergent. Fragrance. Plastics. Nonstick cookware.

No parent can eliminate everything. But small swaps can make a real difference in your child’s daily exposure.

You do not need to overhaul your entire home overnight. Start with one swap when you run out. Then another.

Follow for more simple ways to reduce toxin exposure and support your child’s long term health. 💙💚

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