Veggies Over Pills Radio Show: Standard Wellness Lab Panel at Culver Peds
When it comes to keeping kids healthy, knowledge is power — and prevention is everything. On a recent episode of Veggies Over Pills, Dr. Adame explored how simple lab screenings can reveal powerful insights about your child’s overall health. At Culver Pediatrics Center, we’re proud to offer a Standard Wellness Lab Panel designed to help families take a proactive approach to wellness — before symptoms ever appear.
This kind of care goes hand-in-hand with our “veggies over pills” philosophy: focus on prevention, not reaction. By understanding what’s happening inside the body early on, families can make nutrition and lifestyle changes that promote long-term health and vitality.
What Is a Standard Wellness Lab Panel?
A Standard Wellness Lab Panel is a set of basic blood tests that help your care team understand key aspects of your child’s health. These labs may include:
Blood sugar levels
Cholesterol and triglycerides
Complete blood count (CBC)
Iron and vitamin D levels
Thyroid function
These screenings give a clear picture of how your child’s body is functioning and whether any hidden issues need early attention. At Culver Pediatrics Center, we review every result with care, explaining what it means in simple, family-friendly language.
How Veggies Over Pills Inspires Preventive Care
On Veggies Over Pills, Dr. Adame encourages parents to view labs not as a source of worry, but as a tool for empowerment. Just as eating more vegetables supports long-term wellness, regular lab panels help families see the whole picture — from nutrition to metabolic health.
This holistic approach helps detect early warning signs before they become bigger concerns, allowing for natural interventions like improved diet, more outdoor activity, and targeted nutrient support.
You can explore more about our preventive philosophy and care offerings on our All Services page.
Personalized Guidance Through Nurse-Led Wellness
Every child is unique, which is why Culver Pediatrics Center offers Nurse-Led Wellness Services for ongoing health education and follow-up. After completing a Standard Wellness Lab Panel, families can meet with our nurse wellness team to set personalized goals — whether it’s boosting iron through leafy greens or balancing energy through better hydration.
This collaborative, education-based care empowers families to make meaningful, sustainable changes that fit real life.
Making Labs Less Stressful for Kids
We know that lab visits can make kids (and parents) nervous, so we’ve designed a gentle, family-centered experience. Our friendly staff explains each step in child-friendly language and ensures that every visit is comfortable and positive.
We want families to leave not just with lab results, but with confidence and clarity about what they mean — and what to do next.
Prevention Starts with a Simple Test
Just like Dr. Adame shares on Veggies Over Pills, true health starts with awareness. The Standard Wellness Lab Panel at Culver Pediatrics Center is one of the simplest, most effective ways to protect your child’s long-term well-being. It’s not just about identifying problems — it’s about celebrating progress, prevention, and the power of everyday choices.
Visit our Home page to learn more about how our team in Culver, Indiana, supports your family’s whole-body wellness through compassionate, preventive care.
