Look beyond a gluten-free, casein-free diet to other specialized diets
Special Diets for Autism
Diet is the foundation of good health. In addition, not all kids respond the same way to dietary interventions. Therefore, finding the right diet for …
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Avoiding Processed Foods
Diet change is an intervention many families with autism have found to yield profound improvements in the symptoms of autism. In addition, the individ…
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Glutamate
Symptoms we often associate with autism—such as anxiety, tics, and inattention—can be caused by an imbalance of neurotransmitters in the brain, specif…
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to Sensitivities
Phenols, Salicylates, and Additives
Phenols and salicylates are chemical compounds found in fruit, vegetables, nuts, and some medications. These compounds are excellent antioxidant…
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Mast Cells and Autism
A mast cell is a type of white blood cell that is found in connective tissues all over the body, including under the skin, near blood and lymph vessel…
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