While there has been much anecdotal evidence that casein and gluten-free diets can help autistic individuals, this information was not directly proven for some time. Recent studies have been directed...
There have been many studies on the effects of diet on autism. However, while most anecdotally point towards beneficial effects, there is no direct evidence that these diets are an...
By using positive reinforcement, children with autism can be guided to try new foods and expand their food palette. These foods can even be used as rewards later on to...
Feeding an autistic child can often be challenging. Working together with specialists will help to form a plan to help your child’s eating habits get on track. Learn from Kelly Barnhill...
In many cases, selecting the right foods can do more good for an autistic person than supplements or medication can achieve. Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli offer many benefits that...
Certain supplements can help lessen symptoms in autistic people, improving social skills and brain function. Vitamin-D has been noted to have a drastic effect on autistic children in multiple studies. This...
Diet and nutrition are very important for individuals on the autism spectrum. Ensuring that the body receives the right nutrients can have a positive effect on both physical and mental...
The effects of autism can be influenced by dietary changes. By including the proper vitamins, fats, and other nutrients, autistic people can benefit from large improvements in both physical and...
If you are looking for good dietary choices, broccoli has been shown to reduce enzymes that cause not only autism, but multiple types of cancer as well. Studies have indicated...
In this video by Howcast, Dr. Asma Sadiq discusses whether there are diets which can help address certain symptoms of autism, including the popular gluten-free, casein-free diet among people with...
In this second part of her presentation on the ketogenic diet’s effect on children with autism, Certified Clinical Nutritionist (CCN) Kelly Barnhill covers specific foods and supplements which may be...
In this presentation from Certified Clinical Nutrition (CCN) Kelly Barnhill, the ketogenic diet is explored, including its history and development, as well as trends in research and clinical application of...
In this video, Dan from The Aspie World discusses some changes he made to his diet and the improvements in his energy levels and anxiety levels....
A healthy diet can have a measurable positive effect on your autistic child. Learn about the nutritional benefits of vitamin supplements, fish oils and gluten free diets from Dr. James...
What are “The Dirty Dozen” and “The Clean 15?” Shannon shares about what these are and how eating organic to reduce the intake of toxins and pesticides when feeding our...
Dr. Martha Herbert, an assistant professor of neurology at Harvard Medical School and a pediatric neurologist at Massachusetts General Hospital, explains that autism is "not a life sentence" and that...