With the Wind with Dr. Paul — Podcast 213: Pediatric Perspectives: Root Causes of Eczema, Seizures & Summer Health with Ben Edwards, M.D.

What's really driving the eczema and seizures showing up in kids today — and can real food, sunlight, and root-cause thinking change the picture?

In this episode of Pediatric Perspectives, I'm joined by Ben Edwards, M.D., founder of Veritas Clinic and Veritas Wellness in Lubbock, Texas. Dr. Edwards left conventional, pharmaceutical-only symptom management behind years ago, and I wanted to hear what he's seeing now that he's practicing root-cause medicine full time.

In this episode, we cover:

• How a mentor's challenge — reviewing Dr. Edwards's ten toughest, most treatment-resistant patients — changed the course of his career
• Why eczema is so often a gut problem, not just a skin problem
• The role of leaky gut, parasites, and candida in triggering the immune system
• What Dr. Edwards is finding when he looks at seizures through the lens of toxicity and inflammation
• Practical summer tips on sun exposure, sunscreen, hydration, and cooking oils
• Why screen-free family time still matters, even in the summer

Show Notes

With the Wind with Dr. Paul – Show 213: Pediatric Perspectives: Root Causes of Eczema, Seizures & Summer Health with Ben Edwards, M.D.

Host: Dr. Paul Thomas

Guest: Ben Edwards, M.D.

Series: Pediatric Perspectives

Length: Approximately 35 minutes

Summary

In this episode of With the Wind with Dr. Paul, Dr. Paul Thomas is joined by Ben Edwards, M.D., founder of Veritas Clinic and Veritas Wellness, for an in-depth discussion on moving from conventional, pharmaceutical-based symptom management to true root-cause medicine.

This conversation explores what Dr. Edwards is seeing most often in his family practice today — eczema and seizures — and the gut-health, food-sensitivity, and toxin-related factors he looks at as possible root causes, alongside practical summer wellness tips on sun exposure, sunscreen, hydration, cooking oils, and screen time. The focus remains educational and informational, emphasizing context, clinical judgment, and informed decision-making — particularly as it relates to children and families.

Key Points

• 00:00 — Dr. Paul welcomes Ben Edwards, M.D. to Pediatric Perspectives
• 01:08 — Dr. Edwards's background: growing up watching his grandfathers practice family medicine, and his own path through seven years of conventional practice in Post, Texas
• 04:42 — The mentorship of the late Dr. Robby Mitchell ("Dr. Fitt"), and the ten toughest patients who recovered once root causes were addressed
• 08:28 — Eczema and seizures as the two most common recent presentations, viewed through the lens of chronic inflammation
• 11:00 — The gut-skin connection, leaky gut, the GALT, and parasites/candida as root causes of eczema
• 15:38 — Toxicity, glyphosate, and spike protein as factors Dr. Edwards is investigating in seizure cases
• 21:04 — Summer wellness: sun exposure and diet, sunscreen concerns, hydration, and cooking oils
• 32:28 — Screen time and device-free family habits
• 34:00 — Veritas Wellness and closing thoughts

Quote

"Our skin's our largest organ. What you put on the skin's gonna get into the body almost always. So if you wouldn't eat it, you better be careful about putting it on the skin."

 — Ben Edwards, M.D.

Resources

• Veritas Wellness
• The AAP is strongly recommending COVID-19 shots for children ages 6 months to 2 years.
• What's ACTUALLY in your sunscreen?
• Vax Facts — Dr. Paul Thomas and DeeDee Hoover — informed consent for every vaccine on the childhood schedule
• Kids First 4Ever
• Doctors and Science

Disclaimer

The information provided in this content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is not a substitute for consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. Always seek the advice of your physician or other licensed healthcare provider before making any medical decisions, including starting any new diet, supplement regimen, exercise program, or wellness protocol. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking treatment because of something you have read here. The use of this information is at your own risk. This content does not establish a doctor-patient relationship. Statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you experience any adverse reactions or medical concerns, discontinue use immediately and consult a medical professional.

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The information provided in this content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is not a substitute for consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. Always seek the advice of your physician or other licensed healthcare provider before making any medical decisions, including starting any new diet, supplement regimen, exercise program, or wellness protocol. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking treatment because of something you have read here. The use of this information is at your own risk. This content does not establish a doctor-patient relationship. Statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you experience any adverse reactions or medical concerns, discontinue use immediately and consult a medical professional.

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