Beyond Picky Eating

Beyond Picky Eating

From All Abilities No Filter by All Abilities No Filter

June 3, 2026 · 34 min · Season 2 · Episode 7

About this episode

This episode explores the hidden causes of picky eating with expert Lena Livinsky, offering a holistic perspective and practical strategies for parents.

In this eye-opening episode of All Abilities, No Filter, Jake Edgar sits down with speech-language pathologist and feeding specialist Lena Livinsky to explore the hidden causes of picky eating and why traditional approaches often fail. Many parents are told that picky eating is just a phase, that children will eventually grow out of it, or that they simply need to "try harder." But what if the real issue goes much deeper? Lena shares her holistic approach to feeding challenges, explaining how factors such as gut health, sensory processing, oral motor development, nervous system regulation, and family dynamics can all play a role in a child's relationship with food. Whether you're raising a child with autism, ADHD, sensory sensitivities, or simply struggling through stressful mealtimes, this conversation offers practical strategies and a completely different perspective on feeding difficulties. 🎙️ In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ Why picky eating may be a symptom—not the root problem ✅ The connection between gut health and food preferences ✅ How sensory processing impacts eating behaviors ✅ Why pressure at the dinner table often backfires ✅ Strategies for reducing mealtime stress…

People in this episode

Host: Jake Edgar

Guest: Lena Livinsky

Topics covered

  • picky eating
  • feeding challenges
  • holistic approach
  • child nutrition
  • mealtime strategies

Keywords

  • picky eating
  • gut health
  • sensory processing
  • feeding difficulties
  • mealtime stress

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