-- There is no doubt that autism diagnoses, both across the UK and US are escalating at a worrying rate. A clear illustration of this is the recently published Scottish Schools Census, showing a year by year steady increase in the percentage of Scottish schoolchildren with a diagnosis....
By Patrick Holford Something concerning is happening to our children - an increasing number are experiencing psychological and behavioural challenges, often diagnosed as autism. These challenges range from reduced eye contact and language delays to social difficulties, cognitive...
By Simon Martin - this article was originally shared by IHCAN - shared and edited with permission. As we start to develop our Smart Kids & Teens COGNITION Programme this story is worth sharing as it highlights the importance of environmental and nutritional factors on our...
Autism is one disease where there is a very high ‘inherited’ component. In studies with genetically identical twins, if one twin has it, the odds of another having a diagnosis is about 60%. But it's not in the ‘in the genes’ since we share the same ‘environment’ as our...
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Estimated reading time: 5 mins The Gut Brain Axis The gut microbiome, defined as the bacteria that colonises our digestive tract, seems to be a buzz word at the moment within the health industry, as a growing body of research is showing just how important quantity and quality...
This study investigated gluten, dairy & autism. The study reviewed seven trials of gluten/casein (cereal and milk protein) elimination diets in children with autism spectrum disorders. All trials reported some success in reducing symptoms of autism. However, the authors consider that design...
This study explored autism & digestion. In the study, the role of immune sensitivity to dietary proteins in young children with autism was investigated. Of 109 children with autism, 75 had symptoms of digestive disturbance and 34 did not. 15 had known food hypersensitivities. Controls were 19...
