Low-Oxalate Diet
What Are Oxalates? Oxalates are molecules found in food that join with calcium to create crystallized “stones” in the...
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Autism Therapy Checklist
Therapy is a critical piece of healing a child with autism, and we have created an autism therapy checklist to help...
Ketogenic Diet
What Is the Ketogenic Diet? The ketogenic (keto) diet was originally developed in 1923 by a doctor at the Mayo Clinic...
Oral Microbiome
Most of the immune system resides in the gastrointestinal system. Therefore, the mouth is the main entry point to the...
Low-Histamine Diet
What Is the Low-Histamine Diet? Histamine is a type of neurotransmitter known as an amine that is most well known for...
Paleo/Primal Diet
The Paleo/primal diet is a gut-healing diet that is used to heal symptoms of gastrointestinal, autoimmune,...
Strabismus and Amblyopia
This article is adapted from materials provided by OEP, COVD and Your Child’s Vision by Richard S. Kavner. Dr. Irwin...
MTHFR Mutation
A genetic mutation called MethyleneTetraHydroFolate Reductase, otherwise known as an MTHFR mutation or methylation...
The Folate Deficiency Connection
Laurette Janak discusses the connection of autism, Alzheimer's, cancer and depression in this post about methylation...
Optimizing Blood Sugar
Effects of Unbalanced Blood Sugar Unbalanced blood sugar places a real strain on the adrenal glands and the body's...
Choline and Complex Language Development
Many parents report spontaneous improvement in the complexity of expressive language in their children after they took...
Antidepressant Alternatives
Depression and anxiety are commonly misunderstood to be mental-health disorders when in fact they could be symptoms of...
Chronic Inflammation: A Key Driver of Chronic Health Conditions
Chronic inflammation is a hallmark of chronic health conditions, whether it's a neurodevelopmental disorder like...
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Picky Eaters
Kelly Dorfman, MS, LND, offers solutions to common obstacles such as sensory issues and nutritional deficiencies seen...
BioSET for Allergy Elimination Q&A
Lauren Stone, PhD, MS, HHP, homotoxicologist, BioSET practitioner, and holistic health practitioner, answers questions...
Organic Acid Test
The medical histories of distractible children often include frequent use of antibiotics or steroids, digestive...
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Feingold Diet
The Feingold diet can improve physical reactions and behavioral changes that happen after your child eats certain...
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History of Epidemic Answers
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Neurotransmitter Imbalances
Neurotransmitter imbalances are common in mood and behavior disorders such as: Bipolar disorder Depression Anxiety...
Rule Out a True Allergy
IgE Response: A True Allergy A true allergy is defined as specific immediate reactions such as hives, congestion or...
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
What Is Obstructive Sleep Apnea? Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a condition in which a person's airway is partially...
Immune System Boosters
When there is a sickness making the rounds, it’s a good idea to take extra steps to boost your body’s capabilities...
GAPS Diet (Gut and Psychology Syndrome)
The GAPS diet is a dietary solution to a healthier brain and improved immune activity within the body. It is often...
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) features inappropriate mast cell activation, causing not only typical symptoms of...
Elimination Diet
Why Implement an Elimination Diet? An elimination diet is one of the cornerstones of improving your child's health,...
Low Glutamate Diet
One mom in California, biochemist Katherine Reid PhD, used her science-based knowledge to create a low-glutamate diet...
Kryptopyrroluria (Pyrrole Disorder / Pyroluria)
What Is Kryptopyrroluria? Kryptopyrroluria (KPU) is a condition in which zinc and pyridoxine (vitamin B6) are excreted...
Seizures
What Are Seizures? Seizures can be a co-morbid condition associated with a disability such as autism, Down syndrome,...
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a noninvasive treatment method that uses precisely calibrated special...
Sleep Solutions
Because sleep-related problems affect an estimated 50-70 million Americans of all ages and socioeconomic classes,...
Tongue Tie
What Is Tongue Tie? Tongue tie, or Tethered Oral Tissue (TOT), also medically known as ankyloglossia, is commonly...
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Objective Muscle Testing
Toby Watkinson DC, who has degrees in chiropractic, nutrition and acupuncture, writes about how Objective Muscle...
Cradle Cap
What Is Cradle Cap? Cradle cap, “infantile seborrheic dermatitis”, is a collection of odd patches of a thick,...
Syntonics
What Is Syntonics? Syntonics, also known as optometric phototherapy, is a non-invasive form of light therapy that can...
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) - an effective treatment for stroke patients - may be helpful for children with...
Craniosacral Therapy
What Is Craniosacral Therapy? John Upledger DO, founder of the Upledger Institute, developed craniosacral therapy...
Birth Trauma and Developmental Delays
In at least 80% of children with developmental delays, including attention deficits, Sensory Processing Disorder and...