Category Archives: Autism General
Body Detox Part I: Sources Of Environmental Toxicity
We’ve said it before, and we’re going to say it again, the Autistic body is filled with toxicities. Whether its heavy metals, acidic overload, or other toxic waste-like matter, there is often an unhealthy level of these things in the body reaking havok. The first step to all of this is detecting and diagnosing what toxic substances are in the body. We’ve discussed Hair Analysis before (and we also have this special offer for you right now), and the benefits of utilizing this test to detect metals and other materials that may be harming the body.
ASD Disorders – Their Commonalities and Differences
The universal sign for Autism, the puzzle piece is all too appropriate. There are so many pieces to this puzzle of why, where, what, and how Autism is developed and treated. Today, we’re going to take a look at some of the various symptoms of Autism, as well as a few of the Autism Spectrum Disorders and how their classifications differ.
Brain-Gut Connection and Autism
I don’t know about you, but if I eat too closely to the time when I go to sleep, I have very vivid nightmares. Before I give a presentation and share my thoughts with others, my stomach does somersaults and the butterflies come out. Doctors are prescribing anti depressants for stomach and gastrointestinal issues. Clearly the mind and the stomach have some sort of connection, but what is it? Why does it exist? And what does this mean for Autism?
Amino Acid Therapy: So Many Protein Choices, So Little Time
Protein is an essential nutrient that is needed by everybody, everyday as it helps repair body cells, provides a source of energy, as well as regulates metabolism. It also activates the production of the body’s natural detoxifying enzymes. These enzymes then break down the toxins into water-soluble substances so that they can be released from the body. Relatively easy, right? We are going to take a little bit of a turn though, and explore the different kinds of protein. Yes, there are different kinds, and each has it’s own unique benefits to the body.
The Akaline Diet – What To Eat To Sustain A pH Balanced Body
More and more studies are finding that having an excessively acidic body is the cause of many things from indigestion to severe depression to behavioral problems.
The problem lies in that many people think that they are eating good foods that are high in nutritional value, while they are in fact high in acid content.
So what foods should you give your child to assure a well balanced, lower acid diet?
The Importance of pH Balance – Alkaline VS Acidic
When it comes to diet, it’s hard to tell which is right and which is wrong. It is very important however to be sure that your child’s pH balance is….well, balanced! Which foods are acidic and could decrease the body’s ability to fight infection? Check out this week’s blog post!
Get Off The Gluten – It’s Harder Than It Sounds
Ever tried to stop drinking coffee? Ever tried to kick a heroin habit? How about Gluten? All of these things may seem completely different, but they’re very alike in the way that our body processes them. Could you or your child be addicted to Gluten? The scientific research says Yes.
Understanding Allergies: How to Detect the Seemingly Undetectable Food Sensitivities
Now, it is known that the Autistic body is often very sensitive and children with Autism have many allergies. A lot of these prove to be IgE allergies, to where an immediate reaction is seen. But with so many potential Type II, IgG reactions, what is your child really allergic to? Could the healthy foods that you are directed to give them be really causing havok on their bodies?
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